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Consumers to see Rs51.5b power tariff relief
NEPRA to hold hearing on April 29; reduction of Rs0.0309/kWh for March
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Gold edges up amid quiet market
Price rises to Rs339,400/tola while rupee closes at 280.57/$, marking increase of 3 paisas
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Govt scraps 3% FED on property sale
Move comes after real-estate sector backlash; broader relief ahead of budget
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Pakistani-born scientist appointed to Scottish Science Advisory Council
Dr Abbasi became the first Pakistani appointed to the Scottish science council, advising ministers on science and tech
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'Ball in China’s court': Trump on tariffs, trade deal
Trade tensions with Beijing have escalated further since Trump took office in January, worsening US-China relations
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Adolescence hits 124m views, climbs past Dahmer on Netflix all-time list
Netflix's 'Adolescence' becomes third most-watched show ever with 124m views, beating 'Dahmer' in global rankings.
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Shaheen Afridi sets first-over record as Qalandars end Kings' winning streak
The Lahore captain continues his first-over dominance in HBL PSL X, setting a new record in the league’s history.
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Karachi bans motor-cab rickshaws on 11 major roads
It will remain in effect from April 15 to June 14, 2025. Violators will face legal action under Section 188.
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Blake Lively and Anna Kendrick reunite at ‘Another Simple Favor’ event after SXSW tension
Blake Lively and Anna Kendrick reunited in London for 'Another Simple Favor' after awkward SXSW red carpet moment.
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William Levy arrested in Florida on intoxication, trespassing charges
Actor William Levy was arrested in Broward County on charges of disorderly intoxication and trespassing in Weston.
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France expels 12 Algerian diplomats in escalating diplomatic row
France expels Algerian diplomats after Algiers retaliates over arrest tied to Paris kidnap of activist Amir Boukhors
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Feminisation of CSR and ESG roles in Pakistan
Social norms also have a big influence on this trend in Pakistan.
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A city long yearning for peace
Karachi has been in the grip of periodic outbreak of violence.
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Child, crime and charity
The Sindh government established its first juvenile court in Karachi in 1993
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Training trans-persons
Transgender people have historically struggled against systemic discrimination
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Violence against children
A law not enforced is a law in name only.
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A reset with the US!
This is likely to torpedo the specter of bilateralism in weeks and months to come.
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Single motherhood
Maternity policies typically assume the presence of a nuclear family.
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Iran must ‘eliminate’ enrichment program, US envoy says despite earlier concession
IAEA says Iran has 274.8kg of uranium enriched to 60%, approaching the 90% level needed for weapons-grade material
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IPL: Punjab Kings pull off shocking win as they defend record-low total against KKR
After being bowled out for just 111 in 15.3 overs, Punjab stunned the visitors by dismissing them for 95 in 15.1 overs
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Hamas says it lost contact with group holding Israeli-American hostage Edan Alexander
Hamas says it lost contact with Edan Alexander's captors after Israeli strike on location where he was held in Gaza
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Govt skips fuel price cut, redirects funds to Balochistan projects
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif made the announcement during a federal cabinet meeting on Tuesday.
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Saddar Bird Market embroiled in dispute
Residents cite encroachments, while traders insist they have legal rights to use the space for their businesses.
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Sindh bans use of plastic bags across province
The ban will take effect 60 days after its approval by Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah during a cabinet meeting.
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Trump threatens to remove Harvard's tax-exempt status over policy dispute
Trump froze $2.2B in federal funds in retaliation for Harvard’s defiance of the administration’s campus policies
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Muhammad Ali Durrani demands justice, compensation for Pakistani labourers killed in Iran attack
The senior politician and former federal minister, along with his wife, visited the homes of labourers from Bahawalpur
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Imran Khan denies authorising talks with establishment, says Barrister Gohar
PTI chairman dismisses claims by Senator Azam Swati, who had suggested that Imran Khan had approved backchannel talks.
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Sindh approves 20% grace marks for intermediate students in Karachi
The decision comes in light of a report submitted by a sub-committee formed by the Sindh Assembly earlier this year.
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Direct Tashkent-Islamabad flights to start in May: Uzbekistan Airways
Currently, Uzbekistan Airways operates bi-weekly flights between Tashkent and Lahore on Wednesdays and Fridays.
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Punjab finalises bill to regulate acid sale to protect women
Violations will carry serious penalties, including up to three years in prison and a fine of Rs500,000
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At least two killed, 16 injured in Hazara bus crash
The incident occurred on Tuesday when a Rawalpindi-bound passenger bus veered off the road and plunged into a drain.
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Rahul, Sonia Gandhi named in money laundering case by India’s financial crimes agency
ED seized ₹7.52b in assets linked to Rahul, Sonia Gandhi case; both were questioned in 2022 as part of the probe
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Four Pakistanis among 11 dead after migrant boat sinks off Libya: FO
Foreign Office activates Crisis Management Unit as efforts continue to identify remaining Libya boat tragedy victims.
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HBL PSL X: Lahore Qalandars outclass Karachi Kings by 65 runs
Fakhar and Mitchell’s 125-run stand powers Qalandars to 201/6 as Kings collapse for 136 in a 65-run defeat.
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Govt announces special courts, university quota for overseas Pakistanis
PM Shehbaz hailed the diaspora at the Overseas Convention while also announcing plans to build an airport in Mirpur.
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'Even ten generations of terrorists can't harm Pakistan': COAS Munir
Army chief reaffirms unity, resilience, and strength of overseas Pakistanis during historic convention in Islamabad.
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Pakistan considers first-ever US crude oil imports to ease trade imbalance
Pakistan may import up to $1b in US crude, matching its current oil and refined product imports, says refinery exec
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China orders suspension of Boeing jet orders amid trade row
The move comes as US-China trade tensions rise, with Washington tariffs on Chinese goods reaching up to 145%.
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International students sue Trump administration over revoked US visas
International students sue Trump administration over revoked visa, citing lack of due process and fear of deportation.
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Sindh govt to cancel registration of old, unsafe commercial vehicles
Karachi to get 34 electric, 5 double-decker buses by June; 100 more buses, 500 e-taxis also planned: Sharjeel Memon
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Japan issues cease-and-desist order against Google over antitrust violations
Japan orders Google to stop antitrust practices involving Android apps in first-ever move against GAFAM tech giant.
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Maldives becomes latest nation to ban Israeli passport holders amid Gaza conflict
Maldives blocks Israeli passport holders after parliamentary vote, citing solidarity with Palestinians in Gaza.
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Rain, thunderstorms expected in various regions
Met department warns of potential landslides in Murree, Kashmir, Gilgit-Baltistan, and Galiyat.
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Thousands report 4Chan down, speculation over leaked data and suspected hack
Thousands report 4Chan outage amid claims of leaked admin emails, chat logs and full database hack.
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No mention of Imran khan by US delegation: NA speaker Ayaz Sadiq
PTI’s Gohar Ali Khan alleged his party was sidelined, but the speaker insisted all leaders had been invited.
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Oleksandr Usyk, Daniel Dubois negotiating title fight for July at Wembley
Usyk knocked out Dubois in their first meeting back in 2023 to retain his heavyweight crown.
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Tay-K convicted of second murder while serving 55-year sentence for 2016 home invasion
Rapper Tay-K found guilty of second murder in 2017 photographer shooting while already imprisoned for 2016 killing.
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Alexander Volkanovski returns to UFC P4P rankings, Paddy Pimblett enters top 10
Paddy Pimblett enters UFC lightweight top 10 after UFC 314 win, while Alexander Volkanovski climbs P4P rankings.
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Centre, Balochistan vow to eliminate terror
Naqvi, CM Bugti jointly chair meeting on law and order
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Aafia remarks 'taken out of context', says Dar
Amid backlash, FM reiterates support for release of jailed neuroscientist
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PM approves creation of digital ecosystem at FBR
Shehbaz decides to continue remittance incentive scheme
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Imran's sister calls for nationwide protest on August 5
Says justice system has been 'rendered toothless'
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G-B CM pleads for urgent federal relief
Haji Gulbar Khan says disaster 'beyond provincial means'
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Energy-starved Pakistan's solar rush
Green energy puts pressure on national grid
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18 illegal aesthetic centres sealed
Sociology grad poses as doctor: SHCC exposes the racket of city's beauty clinics
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Elderly man kills granddaughter over forced marriage dispute
Victim's love marriage annulled, forcibly remarried, allegedly killed for trying to leave
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PM Shehbaz approves digital ecosystem for FBR reforms
Sharif orders integration of all economic data into one system for real-time, end-to-end monitoring
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PSX climbs 515 points on improved rating
Monetary easing expectations further fuel investor optimism
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EV giant to assemble cars from 2026
BYD aims to capture demand for electric, hybrid vehicles in region
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Pakistan joins global AI community
With launch of AAAI chapter, country taps into international network
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Old power plants' scrap sold for Rs46.7b
30 additional units were sold for Rs38.25 billion
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Inflation intensifies 4.07% WoW
Electricity and gas tariffs fuel SPI's spike; poorest households hit hardest
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Wall Street, dollar firm ahead of big week for market risk
Trump's August 1 trade negotiation deadline looms
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Rating upgrade sparks Eurobond rally
State Bank pumps Rs2.67tr; rupee appreciates 77 paisa vs dollar
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Pakistan seeks FAO support
Govt eyes Egypt's food safety model, Brazil's agri transformation as blueprints
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Govt to highlight digital policy
IT minister in Shanghai to represent country in AI conference
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Rupee appreciates amid FIA crackdown
Officials say 282 suspects netted in 256 raids
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TCP floats fresh sugar import tender
The statement specified that either two shipments of 25,000 metric tons each
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FBR's lapses cost govt Rs397b, PAC panel told
Audit exposes massive lapses between 2010-14
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'Gwadar can generate $850m from fish, dates'
Govt plans value addition, air travel expansion to boost exports and support local businesses
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ECC okays Rs72b housing subsidy
Home buyers to get up to Rs3.5m at 5-8% interest; foreclosure law in pipeline
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Trump's distraction methods fall flat against Epstein uproar
Trump scolds reporters, dodges questions as Epstein case continues to stir suspicion years after his 2019 death
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Trump seeks to broker ceasefire in Thai-Cambodia border conflict
US president said he wants an "end to the war" and warned of no trade deals if Southeast Asian nations keep fighting
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At least 18 killed in Peru mountain bus crash
Dozens injured as bus travelling from Lima to Peru’s Amazon region overturns on a highway in the Andes Mountains
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Thousands rally in Malaysia to call for PM Anwar's resignation
8,000 protesters decry high taxes and stalled reforms under 'Turun Anwar'
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White House seeks fines from Ivy League schools after Columbia deal
Since January, Trump has targeted universities over last year's pro-Palestinian student protests
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Israel kills 25 Palestinians, including 13 aid-seekers, since dawn
Latest figures bring total number of starvation-related deaths to 122, including 83 children
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Courthouse attack in Iran’s southeast kills nine
Jaish al-Adl says 3 of its fighters killed; 22 others injured in Iran attack
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Australia, UK sign 50-year AUKUS deal on nuclear-powered submarines
AUKUS is Australia's biggest-ever defence project
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At least 130,000 displaced as Thai-Cambodian clashes enter third day
Thailand's death toll tops 19, Cambodia reports 13 dead
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Thailand, Cambodia clashes intensify
Thailand accused Cambodia of attacking civilians and Cambodia condemned Thailand for using cluster munitions
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European powers urge end to Gaza 'humanitarian catastrophe'
UK, France, Germany urge Israel to lift aid restrictions, allow UN, NGOs to act to prevent starvation in Gaza
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Iran and Europeans hold 'frank' nuclear talks with UN sanctions looming
European Union, E3 delegations meet Iranian officials at consulate for talks that may reopen nuclear inspections
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At least nine dead, 16 injured as bus overturns in Vietnam
All injured hospitalised with multiple injuries
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Thailand seeks direct talks with Cambodia
US, China, ASEAN chair Malaysia offer to facilitate dialogue as war enters second day
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France to recognise Palestinian state at UN in September
Pakistan condemns Israel’s ‘unlawful’ West Bank sovereignty claim
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Fatima Jinnah Academy wins playoff
Boys event reaches semi-finals stage
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Verstappen starts new Red Bull era
He posted Spa sprint win, Piastri and Norris finished second and third, respectively
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'Footballers afraid to speak out against hectic schedule'
58 national player unions discuss concerns over FIFA's callousness in managing football
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England seek revenge against Spain in Euro final
The Lionesses want to avenge their 2023 World Cup final defeat
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Root: Eng's elegant Test record-breaker
The former England captain overtook Ponting's tally of 13,378 runs
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Dar was paid double fee during HBL PSL9
He was paid $4,000 per match instead of the set $2,000
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Naqvi confirms dates for Asia Cup
The tournament will be played from September 9 to 28 in the UAE
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ACC president confirms schedule for Asia Cup 2025
Pakistan, India likely in same group; could face off up to three times
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Rana Liaquat Academy, SBB Academy in final
SSWMB Inter-Academy Basketball in full swing
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Raducanu reaches Washington Open quarters
Venus bowed out in the last 16, as Fernandez stunned top seed Pegula out of the event
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Creativity ready to raise the stakes in Women's Euro final
England and Spain are set to clash on Sunday with a host of star players
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Piastri fastest in sole Belgian GP practice
He was a hefty 0.404 quicker than four-time world champion Verstappen
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Arensman wins Tour de France stage 19
He was two seconds ahead of Vingegaard and the overall leader Pogacar
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Record-breaking Root bats on, Eng 433-4
Right-hander climbs to second among all-time Test scorers
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ACC meeting ends in Dhaka, no verdict on Asia Cup
Naqvi emphasises collective commitment of all member nations