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Exporters decry high costs, policy neglect
Pakistan Apparel Forum warns of industrial shutdown as production costs hit record high
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ME conflict to slow MENAP economies: IMF
Pakistan's programme on track but energy, food costs and remittances at risk
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Fuel, power tariffs drive SPI up 14.52%
Weekly inflation climbs 0.62%; food prices also escalate
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Human capital ranking falls
Faces 'skill trap' on low education outcomes, minimal training
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Café shooting leaves one dead
Gulistan-e-Johar police register case following shooting incident during dispute at café
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International Books and Ed-Tech Fair 2026 opens at Expo
Three-day event brings together books, cutting-edge technology under one roof
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Raid turns bloody as police face violent resistance
Dozen officers injured as villagers allegedly fight back with guns, axes, stones; authorities launch crackdown
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Workers cry foul over 'broken promises'
Unions demand job security, fair wages as protests highlight unpaid dues, privatisation fears, rising inflation on Lab
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May Day blow: firm shuts plant, sacks workers
Citing policy uncertainty, mounting losses, company halts operations at CPEC-linked free zone
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5% hike in goods transport fares
Increase announced in response to rising petroleum prices, intensifying concerns over inflation and supply chain costs
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Nine ghost employees exposed at Lyari varsity
Action intensifies after revelations of absentee staff drawing salaries without duty
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SSP's son held after DHA checkpoint clash
Conflicting accounts prompt an official inquiry
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K-P delays decision on local polls
Govt silent after LG dissolution; dues row, protest threat grows
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Constable martyred in Bannu terror attack
Rocket, sniper strike on patrol; civilian injured
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K-P cabinet condemns unending drone strikes
Also debates gas crisis, NFC dues, power outages
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Australia and Pakistan in an age of rupture
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney declared a fundamental "rupture" in the post-Cold War global order
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A costly glitch in the outlook
The crisis unfolding around Iran, threatening to reset the geopolitical chessboard, presents a distinct opportunity
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From untouchability to disgrace
The politics of Dalits in India is a vast and deeply layered subject
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Pluralistic religious education
An estimated 44% of minority children in Sindh are out of school, far above the national average of 27%
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Apna Ghar
Homeownership in Pakistan has remained out of reach because people lack access to affordable, structured financing
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Economic cost of the war
This situation necessitates action, not rhetoric.
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Terrorism, narratives and Indo-Pak tension
'We must not forget that terrorism has no nationality and no theology'
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Banksy owns up to statue of man blinded by flag
Street artist confirms work via Instagram after it appears overnight in Pall Mall
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Meryl Streep backs Jimmy Kimmel against Donald Trump
Praises late night host for 'carrying the banner of freedom'
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Pakistan dances to 'bhangra' as Lahore leads surge in popularity
Sharp rise seen for high-energy genre as it gains traction far beyond its traditional Punjab base
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'Begum Jaan' highlights loneliness, lost fame on Karachi stage
Story centres on performer once celebrated for her beauty, talent
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Flick happy Raphinha back for Barca
Barcelona are 11 points clear of second-place Real Madrid
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'Saudi backers are fully behind Newcastle'
The Saudi backers took control at St James' Park in October 2021
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FM Dar confirms release of ex-senator Mushtaq Ahmad after Israeli forces intercept flotilla
Mushtaq says he was 'kidnapped' from international waters, calling it a violation of international law
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SSP’s son held after DHA checkpoint clash in Karachi
Conflicting accounts from sub-inspector, accused’s parents prompt an official inquiry
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Punjab announces new kite flying rules for Basant 2027, sets strict safety rules
December 30 deadline set for implementation, violations to be treated as punishable offences
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Israeli army demolishes Christian monastery, nuns' school in southern Lebanon
Israel’s offensive in Lebanon since March 2 has killed over 2,600 and displaced 1 million
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III International Lazgi Dance Festival concludes in Uzbekistan
Writers and artists from 80 countries worldwide attended the international cultural event
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3 injured in terrorist drone attack on cricket ground in K-P's Bajaur
Attack was carried out using a quadcopter while a cricket match was in progress in Mamund tehsil
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Trump says he will raise tariffs on EU autos to 25%
Says 100b dollars were invested on plants to built automobiles on US soil under MAGA initiative
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Gaza aid flotilla activists taken to Crete after Israeli interception
Israeli navy moves 168 flotilla crew to Greek boats; taken ashore safely by buses
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Punjab government’s austerity drive falls under scrutiny
Rs20–30 billion are spent annually on government vehicles despite 50 per cent austerity cuts
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PMD issues alert for hailstorms, heavy rain across country from May 2
Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa is likely to be worst affected, severe weather may trigger landslides in northern areas
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FIFA to review ticket strategy
The strategy will be reviewed for 2030 World Cup
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Trump's attacks on Europe's leaders worsen transatlantic frost
More worrying for Europe, the US has floated punishing NATO allies over Iran support.
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PSG closing in on another French title
They are top, six points clear of challengers Lens with four games to play
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PM Shehbaz orders operationalisation of virtual asset regulatory system
Stresses regulatory system to boost investor confidence in digital economy sector in meeting with PVARA chairman
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Formula One drivers welcome rule tweaks
Most drivers said the changes would reduce dangers
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Arsenal aim to extend EPL lead
They are going toe-to-toe with Man City in the title race
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T-Wolves eliminate Denver Nuggets
Sixth-seeded Minnesota will play the San Antonio Spurs in the semis
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UN chief Guterres says money owed by US is 'non-negotiable'
Says UN will reform to be more effective, cost-efficient, and deliver for people
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Fixture pile-up no excuse for Man City in title race: Guardiola
Guardiola's second-placed side are three points behind leaders Arsenal
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Wood punishes Digne blunder
Forest earn Europa semi-final lead against Villa
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2 new polio cases confirmed in K-P as total reaches three in 2026
Fresh cases reported in Bannu and North Waziristan, posing a continued risk to children’s well-being
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Four in 10 children in high-risk areas found with lead in blood: study
Experts warn early childhood lead exposure can cause irreversible brain damage affecting learning and behaviour
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MQM-P calls for national dialogue with political parties on new provinces, administrative units
Mustafa Kamal says Karachi, Hyderabad together represented about 43% of Sindh's population but do not decide CM
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Security forces kill seven terrorists in Balochistan's Kharan
Terrorists involved in looting, extortion, kidnapping, targeted killings, planning suicide attacks in Kharan, Lajay
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Can book clubs save reading?
The resurgence of book clubs signals a welcome revival of literary culture
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The dark side of entertainment
Why we savour crime on screen while fearing it in real life
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Unlearning the hustle
Stepping away from a relentless work culture is sometimes the only way to reclaim health, creativity and sense of self
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Another turn for ludo
Once a family pastime, the board game is finding a new life at chai hotels
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Her gold, her right
The SC’s bridal jewellery verdict confronts women’s economic independence, dignity and control over property
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The cost of power
Building a megaproject like Diamar-Bhasha means losing thousands of years of Buddhist heritage
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Modi’s restricted media landscape
In India, pressure on journalists isn’t arrests or cases, but the exhaustion of an increasingly hostile environment
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The last voices of 1947
The generation that lived through Partition is disappearing — and taking its memories with it
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Lack of funding delays flood plan
Documents says 80% of total financial requirement to be met through donor financing
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SC upholds woman's right to khula
Upholds death sentence of man who killed former wife 48 hours after khula decree
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'Saat Kahaniyan – Aik Sath' brings stories to life
Exhibition features seven artists working within Indo-Persian miniature tradition
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Nvidia scales back funding guarantee
Chipmaker expected to provide less than $120b support for OpenAI data centre
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Anthropic IPO valuation hinges on revenue
AI company projects revenue of roughly $190-200 billion in 2028
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Alphabet's SpaceX bet grows to $94b
Google parent becomes largest institutional holder as bets multiply 100-fold
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Germany may continue to run some coal plants
Delays lignite exit report, fuelling expectations of longer plant operations
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Turkiye eyes stronger trade, new JVs
Says business leaders not merely conduct trade but also build bridges of friendship
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S&P 500 slips from record
With investors nervous about high valuations of AI-related stocks
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PDL satellite connectivity shifted to UAE
Ex-CEO flags challenges, calls for shifting back to indigenous network
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Spain explores trade, investment avenues
European nation offers expertise in precision farming, greenhouse technology
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Construction uplift package being studied
Govt mulls over setting up development bank, rationalising import and export policies
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Circular debt jumps by Rs364b
Power sector inefficiency, lower recoveries, payment rows fuel debt spike
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Tomatoes, onions up over 100% yearly
Wheat flour up 77% in devastating year for kitchen budgets; weekly inflation hits 9.11%
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Economists warn 3.7% growth not enough
SBP governor says economy transitioning to sustainability, projects GDP at 3.5-4.5%
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Pakistan, Hong Kong Customs forge partnership
Assistance framework covers intelligence exchange, suspected cargo monitoring
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Pharma roadmap envisages $10b exports
Minister urges industry to work with govt to make Pakistan innovation, export hub
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Provinces backtrack on wheat import
Punjab, Sindh refuse financial obligation, seek federal stocks after failing to buy locally
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'Everyone lives in fear': Yemenis worry about return to all-out war
Renewed Houthi attacks shatter 2022 truce with Saudi-backed government
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Hopes fade in Colombia as more bodies recovered days after powerful quake
Around 290 dead, 140 missing, 4,000 others injured as rescuers sift through rubble in Cali, Pereira
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Iran’s deputy FM tells US Strait of Hormuz ‘has been, is, and will remain Iranian’
Iran says full security in Hormuz depends on end to US blockade, threats
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Thousands evacuate after Indonesia quake kills 51, cuts roads
3,500 military, police officers deployed as 341 aftershocks follow quake
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Israeli air blitz kills 11 in south Lebanon
Hezbollah vows 'appropriate' response
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Iran demands Qatar to release downed pilots
Iran demands Qatar to release downed pilots
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Taliban have barred 2.4 million Afghan girls from school since 2021, UNESCO says
Afghanistan the only country banning girls from secondary school and women from university
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Arshad Nadeem crashes out of CWG
Nadeem looked completely off-colour as he bowed out early in the 12-man final, leaving fans shell-shocked
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Arshad Nadeem’s Commonwealth crown slips away after shock early exit in Glasgow
The Olympic champion delivers a dismal performance, failing to secure a top-eight spot
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Hamza, Nasir storm into pre-quarters in international squash event
Hamza Khan beat Shahjahan 11-6, 11-9, 11-4 as Nasir Iqbal also reached the last 16
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De Minaur beats teen Hewitt
He advanced into the Washington Open quarter-finals
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Dulani stars as Sri Lanka beat Pakistan in series opener
She struck her maiden T20I ton as the hosts registered a six-wicket victory
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PSL 12 window remains undecided
PCB weighs IPL clash as well as the Super Six proposal
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ICC confirms 12 host cities for 2027 ODI World Cup
The tournament will be played across 12 venues
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Newcastle manager Howe steps down
The 48-year-old leaves after five years in charge
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Shahid Anwar highlights foundations of Pakistan U19 success
The 58-year-old says his core philosophy has always been to give your absolute best
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Famed Nirmal Purja among 10 climbers reported missing on Pakistani mountain
Team has been out of communication since suspected Thursday avalanche
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Casemiro keen to team with Messi at Miami
He wants to enjoy being with him
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FIFA vows to go ahead with investment proposal
UEFA threatened to boycott the World Cup if FIFA went ahead
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Pakistan’s hockey revival gets a promising start against South Korea
Sufyan Khan converted a penalty corner in the 21st minute
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UEFA to boycott World Cup and FIFA tournaments over stake sale plans
Reject FIFA’s proposal to transfer ownership interests in the WC and other FIFA competitions to private investors
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Shan Masood ruled out of second West Indies Test with finger injury
Left-hander ruled out of second Test after scans confirmed finger injury sustained in the Trinidad opener










































































































