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SBP tightens grip on exchange rates
For accurate pricing, central bank directs dealers to submit daily rates to ECAP
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China allocates $140b for public investment
Initiative aims to revive China’s economy post-Covid
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Silk Road, textile summit to boost global trade
CCCT, APTMA sign MoUs, action plan to enhance e-commerce released
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Stocks undergo huge correction on profit-taking
KSE-100 index plunges 4,425 points, or 6.7% WoW, settles at 61,705
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More ships carrying oil avoid Red Sea route
Attacks at commercial shipping force shippers to take longer routes
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Nigeria lifts ban on crypto trading
Says digital assets need be regulated as per global trends
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Local production of electric bikes urged
Bike assemblers call for govt support to boost ‘Make in Pakistan’ for sustainability and cost-effective alternatives
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LUMS energy report sheds light on inefficient practices
Says expenditure of $100b on power plants for summer cooling is unsustainable
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WHT agents to directly deposit tax in govt account
FBR proposes new rules to increase revenue collection, promote documentation
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LNG imports set to hit 18-month high
With sharp price fall, Pakistan buys spot cargoes for first time in one year
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IHC validates MDCAT 2022 results for admissions in 2024
Islamabad High Court validates MDCAT results of Nov 2022 for 2 years, allowing admission to medical colleges in 2024
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Plans for new party on hold until after polls: Khokhar
Former PPP senator says plan temporarily delayed to avoid 'ladla' tag
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Tension in PTI ranks over state machinery’s 'interference'
PTI candidate files complaint against alleged police raid at RO Office
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Gender-based violence
Report exposes alarming frequency of incidents of violence against women
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Ensure fairness for all
PTI is in for long legal battle as it plans to knock at doors of superior judiciary
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Power, fear and hatred: a potent trinity?
Modern societies are relatively conscious of facets of barbarism they confront
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On being an award winning impostor
Impostor syndrome swung like a pendulum between being my best friend and my worst frenemy
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Mute world of academia and dead world of politics
Smartest thing that politics of any country can do is to correctly anticipate what lies ahead
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Promoting the economy of scenes: case of river Ravi
Pakistani, Indian Punjabs joined hands together to create awareness about issues faced by five rivers
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Israel-affiliated merchant vessel hit by aerial vehicle off India
Fire on Liberian-flagged tanker off Indian coast extinguished, no casualties reported; some structural damage
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Customs seizes narcotics, arms at Torkham border
Smuggling bid foiled; crystal meth, ammunition, and concealed goods worth Rs8,486,500 seized
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Fighting rages in northern Gaza after UN stops short of ceasefire call
Gaza death toll rises over 20,000; UN appeals for aid; US abstains from ceasefire vote; regional tensions rise
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Ukraine claims to down three Russian fighter-bomber jets
Ukrainian forces claim to down 3 Russian Su-34s on southern front likely using Patriot missiles; Russia remains silent
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Journalist in southern Lebanon injured in Israeli strike
Al-Manar cameraman Khidir Marquise sustains minor injuries, correspondent Aline Samaan unscathed in bombing of road
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HIV patients escape diagnosis in K-P
Absence of screening programmes has provoked an uncontrolled transmission of disease throughout province
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35 dead in rain-related incidents in southern India
Rescue operation over, official says after heavy rains lash Tamil Nadu state
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Iran threatens Mediterranean closure over Gaza, without saying how
'They shall soon await the closure of the Mediterranean Sea, Gibraltar and other waterways,' says IRGC commander
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India firm denies tampering with tests in probe of cough syrup deaths
Pharmaceutical company Maiden denies tampering with cough syrup samples linked to child deaths in Gambia
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Key witnesses record statements in cypher case
Azam Khan, Asad Majeed among witnesses to have recorded statements today
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High-profile terrorist killed in Chiniot IBO
Ghazanfar Nadeem alias Khalid Habib allegedly masterminded attack on ISI Faisalabad office
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Imran looks to SC to have Toshakhana conviction suspended
PTI founder urges apex court to expedite proceedings
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Colorado paramedics found guilty in death of Elijah McClain
Judge orders Cichuniec be taken into custody immediately, while Cooper remains free on bond pending March 1 sentencing
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PTI to mount court challenge to ECP ruling on intra-party polls
Barrister Gauhar terms ruling weak and flawed; asks candidates to file papers
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UN urges more aid for Gaza in toned down resolution
UN chief slams Israel’s aid distribution 'obstacles'; MSF says resolution falls ‘painfully short’ of addressing crisis
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Work on seat adjustment begins at district level
PPP, ANP, JUI-F district organisations will complete their groundwork, present formula to K-P leadership
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Curious case of snatched nomination papers
Arresting candidates, snatching of nomination papers cast shadow on polls’ fairness
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Judge writes to IHC for jail trial of Imran, Bushra
Judge Qudratullah approves former first lady’s exemption from appearance request
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ECP summons Establishment Division secy
Electoral body wrote two letters for changing Islamabad IG, deputy commissioner
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PTA warns public against fraudulent links
Authority asks SIM users to only use official platforms
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Dec 31 last date for submission of asset details
Mandatory for all MPs and MPAs to submit statement of assets and liabilities of their spouses and dependent children
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Ahsan eyes contentious constituency amid rifts
PP-54 fuels dispute between PML-N stalwart and Danial Aziz
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SC revives PTI’s electoral hopes
Top court reprimands both IHC and ECP
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Fire department in tatters
City is known for multiple flare incidents annually and yet those in charge have done little to address its woes
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Candidates continue to file nominations
ECP granted two-day extension for filing nominations on MQM-P demand, says Dr Sattar
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Street crime, land grabbing, smuggling major issues of city: IG
Street crime, land grabbing, smuggling major issues of city: IG
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CM approves water pipeline for DHA
Two-foot diameter pipe will run a length of 29km to bring 10 million gallons per day from Dumlotee
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Embracing the winter solstice: A celestial dance
Since June 22 of this year, daytime durations have been decreasing in northern hemisphere, including Pakistan
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Cricketer credits consistency, hard work for success
Kainat Fatima speaks to Sidra Iqbal on ET podcast featuring inspirational women
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KU conference highlights menace of drugs on campus
Health minister reveals that drugs are infiltrating educational institutions through staff
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No utility connections to illegal buildings, court orders
Asks CEOs of SSGC, KWSC and KE to submit signed undertaking
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IHC warns PM may be summoned over PTA tribunal appointment delay
Court also ordered Law Secretary, Raja Naeem Akbar, Cabinet Secretary, Kamran Ali Afzal, to appear before the court
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Mercury may rise to 52°C in Punjab
PDMA forecasts 43-45°C under normal conditions
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Hill stations see tourist surge
Influx leads to heavy traffic, high occupancy in hotels, guest houses and restaurants
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Digital life hurting families, warn experts
Excessive screen time increases emotional distance within households
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Five PTCL employees abducted in Bannu
Technicians were present in the area for technical work related to the project
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PM sees strong mineral export potential
Says Pakistan is blessed with abundant resources
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FCC CJ orders faster case disposal
Calls for stronger case management during full-court meeting
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SBP hikes policy rate to 11.5%
Oil shock, global uncertainty drive unexpected 100bps increase
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Kabul's 'frivolous' varsity attack claim rejected
MoI says allegation aims to cover up Afghan Taliban support for terrorists
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Ex-SC judge faults CJP over response to amendments
Justice (retd) Shah questions CJP's role in safeguarding judiciary
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PTI, opp bloc agree on joint strategy
PTI, allies aim to align street and parliamentary strategy
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FCC restores govt powers to block passports
Court suspends LHC ruling on travel bans
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India declares Shopian seminary unlawful entity
India declares IIOJK seminary unlawful under UAPA
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President Zardari's China visit yields bonanza of MoUs
Deals focus on desalination, agriculture and tea industry development
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Satellite internet plan in final stage
Awaits cabinet nod; security, spectrum made key to licensing
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Minister eyes EU investment in grid modernisation
Smart meters, transmission upgrades, battery storage among four priority areas
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FPCCI urges withdrawal of 0.9% infrastructure cess
FPCCI Regional Chairman Zaki Aijaz said cargo transported by rail is considerably more economical
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Senate body seeks oversight of foreign-aid projects
Committee says govt institutions manipulate tenders, financial requirements
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PSX drops 1,174 points on rate hike anxiety
KSE-100 settles at 169,497 as investors await clarity on interest rate outlook
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GGGI offers climate finance support
Malik emphasised that all policies must be grounded in Pakistan's realities
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Businesses term rate hike crippling, ill-timed
Traders warn of de-industrialisation, stagnation, vast SME closures
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Gold steady in range as global pressure persists
Rises Rs800 per tola; rupee settles at 278.82 per dollar
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Study proposes tax, reforms on cement sector
Says improved competition, efficiency will address distortions, unlock growth
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Exports decline 7.14% in nine months
Machinery imports rise 10.28% as sport goods exports increase 12.99% to $319m
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Govt approves Rs4.4b for PIA retirees
ECC clears policy to import old cars, gives contradictory statement to SBP
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KSE-100 drops 1,174 points amid cautious trading ahead of SBP rate decision
Market eventually settles at 169,497.36; SBP later raises the policy rate by 100 basis points to 11.50%
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European shares steady as investors eye US-Iran talks, central banks
STOXX 600 flat as oil and gas index jumps 8%; ECB and Bank of England meetings in focus this week
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SBP hikes intrest rates by 100 basis points to 11.5%
Policy rate jumps defying market hopes with effect from Tuesday
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Oil up almost 3% as US-Iran peace talks stall
Brent crude hits three-week high of $108 as Hormuz shipments stay limited
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Indonesia train crash toll rises to 14 as rescuers complete evacuation
Rescuers were seen using angle grinders to cut through metal of compartments, reach survivors
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Trump not happy with latest Iran proposal to end the war, US official says
Iran's latest proposal sets aside nuclear discussion until war is ended, disputes over shipping from Gulf resolved
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Starmer's Mandelson woes deepen
UK PM faces vote on possible parliamentary probe
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Iran signals cautious openness to dialogue
Araghchi says US push reflects 'unmet war aims' Washington reviews Iranian phased de-escalation proposal
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King Charles US visit overshadowed by Iran war
Week's schedule also includes an address to Congress, lavish state dinner at White House, a stop in New York City
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India names BJP veteran as envoy to Bangladesh
Rare appointment of a non-foreign service officer as New Delhi
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9m voters deleted in West Bengal
Muslims systematically targeted to rig polls
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Israeli strikes hit east Lebanon
Tel Aviv expands scope despite ceasefire
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Iraq's Shia bloc names al-Zaidi as PM nominee
Zaidi now has 30 days to form a cabinet and present it to parliament for approval
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Man charged with attempting to assassinate Trump
Suspect in Washington dinner plot appears in court
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Muslims 'disproportionately' affected as 9m names struck off voter rolls for polls in India's West Bengal: report
Nearly a dozen Muslim families said some names were struck off voter list despite their documents being in place
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US secretary of state says Iran ‘serious’ about deal
Trump discusses new Iran proposal with national security aides
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Bahrain revokes citizenship of 69 people for 'glorifying or sympathising with' Iranian attacks
Bahrain said revocations followed royal order under Article 10/3 for harming interest or disloyalty
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Iran looking into Trump's request for negotiations: FM Araghchi
Russia offers to 'do what it can' to help resolve regional tensions as Putin meets Iran FM Araghchi
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India-New Zealand free trade pact cuts fruit tariffs, boosts exports and visas
The deal also provides a quota of 5,000 temporary employment visas for Indian professionals
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Sinner motors on in Madrid
He is eyeing to win five Masters 1000 tournaments in a row
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PM Shehbaz approves spectators' presence for HBL PSL playoff matches: Naqvi
Encourages fans to use public transport or minimise fuel consumption
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Toulouse fall to first home defeat for a year
They still have a 12-point cushion over their closest challengers Pau
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Kane propelling Bayern to glory
They will face PSG in the Champions League semifinal
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Houston Rockets thrash LA Lakers
Wembanyama triumphant on Spurs return
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Steep mountainside offers respite for daring Afghans
Hundreds of visitors travel each weekend to Reg-e-Rawan -- the moving sands
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Fernandez sends Chelsea into FA Cup final
The Blues will face Manchester City following a 1-0 victory
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Sinner motors on in Madrid
He is eyeing to win five Masters 1000 tournaments in a row
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Marseille see Champions League chance slip further away
They were held to a 1-1 draw by Nice
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Inter's Serie A title charge hits bump in road
They threw away a two-goal lead to only draw 2-2 at Torino
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Struggling Sevilla suffer late blow
Villarreal edge Celta Vigo to tighten their grip on third place
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Cummins hails teen wonder Sooryavanshi
The opener blasted 103 off 37 balls for his second IPL ton
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Barcelona on brink of La Liga triumph
Lopez and Rashford scored in Barca’s 2-0 triumph over Getafe
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Atletico build confidence before Arsenal but Barrios hurt
Alexander Sorloth struck twice in 3-2 victory over Bilbao
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Swiatek laid low by illness
Sabalenka marched on into Madrid Open last 16










































































































