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IMF tightrope
Ambitious tax goals clash with weak revenues, highlighting Pakistan’s urgent reform needs
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Five-point plan: the way to go
Beijing’s entry boosts a five-point plan aimed at ending war, restoring regional stability
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Israel's changing greed
A denied food card highlights systemic cracks in America’s safety net
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Karachi lays to rest youth killed in Iran port strike
Funeral held in Mauripur; leaders call for diplomacy amid rising tensions
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US Supreme Court justices sceptical of Trump order to restrict birthright citizenship
Trump writes on social media after the arguments that the United States is "STUPID" for having birthright citizenship
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Information ministry rejects 'fabricated' claims of barbed wire removal along Pak-Afghan border
Calls the claims 'devoid of facts', says all video clips are created content
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SBP facilitates teenagers to open bank accounts, digital wallets
Launches new framework to empower youth to save securely and develop responsible financial habits
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International Finance Corporation’s portfolio in Pakistan crosses $2.7b
Talks focus on scaling private investment, building pipeline of bankable projects
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US VP Vance spoke to Pakistani intermediaries about Iran conflict as recently as Tuesday: source
Vance signals privately that Trump is open to a ceasefire as long as certain US demands are met
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Iran’s operational momentum contradicts US claims of capacity loss
Data shows Iran launched 200 missiles at Israel over the past week, equivalent to 31% of total missiles fired in war
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Pakistan, Norway seal first-ever carbon market deal under Paris climate pact
Islamabad secures landmark climate accord to unlock green investment, clean energy and international carbon finance
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IED blast in K-P's Lakki Marwat injures 7, including three police personnel
The attack occurred near a vegetable market, with the IED reportedly planted on a motorcycle
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PMDC revises MDCAT schedule to streamline admission process
Under new policy, the test will be held within one month after the FSC exams
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Pakistan’s ports emerge as transit hub after Iran war disrupts Gulf routes
Official data shows Karachi Port handled more transshipments in less than a month than all of 2025
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China and Pakistan 'mediation' to create window of Mideast peace talks, Beijing says
Says top priority is to start peace talks as soon as possible
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Punjab government decides against smart lockdown, adopts alternative measures
No consensus on smart lockdown for energy conservation; Punjab suspends purchase of 100 government vehicles
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Local resilience against a global shock
The real risk is not that Pakistan fails to see the shock, but that it fails to understand it
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Iran’s security council approves 6 Bangladeshi fuel ships to pass Strait of Hormuz
Development comes following Dhaka's request to allow passing of oil tankers as fuel crisis grips south Asian nation
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PM Shehbaz orders comprehensive plan to mitigate economic fallout of Mideast war
Says Pakistan is effectively and successfully managing the challenge of maintaining the balance of supply and demand
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Trump says considering pulling US out of NATO over allies' refusal to support Iran war
US president criticises alliance as ‘paper tiger’, says NATO membership is ‘beyond reconsideration’
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UK FCDO official lauds Pakistan's efforts in Mideast de-escalation, reaffirms support to peace
Says this visit highlights strength, depth of the UK–Pakistan relationship at time of global instability
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Singer Annural Khalid ties the knot in intimate ceremony
'Jhol' singer opts for peach ensemble, monochrome social media reveal over traditional celebrity wedding spectacle
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Warner hails Karachi Kings’ bowlers
“Momentum in the middle overs made the difference,” says captain
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District court issues detailed order on Ali Zafar's defamation suit
Court also restrains Meesha Shafi from repeating harassment allegations on any platform
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UK's Starmer calls for closer Europe ties as Iran war strains US relations
PM says war's impact will 'define us for a generation'; vows to act in national interest 'whatever the pressure'
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DR Congo fans dance in the rain
They qualify for the World Cup for the first time in 52 years
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IEA warns Middle East oil disruptions set to hit Europe in April
April losses to double March figures; IEA chief warns disruption already worse than 1973, 1979 oil shocks combined
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Japan, France agree to step up coordination on Hormuz, Iran war
Both nations push for ceasefire, free navigation through Hormuz as Macron hits back at Trump's 'very unhelpful' jab
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From Bushra Ansari to Shahid Afridi, celebrities urge Pakistanis to conserve fuel amid oil crisis
Public service announcements call for carpooling, responsible consumption as Iran conflict drives up fuel prices
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Artemis II set for historic crewed moon mission launch
The mission will send the first woman, person of colour, on a lunar journey
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Punjab schools switch to four-day week
Single-shift schools to remain open from 8:00 am to 1:30 pm, while afternoon schools will run from 8:00 am to 12:30 pm
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Return of Afghan nationals via Torkham resumes after nearly a month
Total of 705 people from 223 families repatriated, including Afghan Citizen Card and Proof of Registration holders
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Czech Republic secure World Cup spot
They beat Denmark on penalties after a 2-2 draw
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Son under scrutiny ahead of World Cup
South Korea lost 1-0 to Austria in Vienna on Tuesday
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PM reaffirms support for digital investment in Pakistan as VEON group eyes expansion
Says government taking practical steps to facilitate international investors
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Portugal down US 2-0
The World Cup hosts fail to shine again
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Pakistan, Afghanistan officials meet in Urumqi for China-brokered talks: sources
Pakistan to not move from its core demand of decisive action against terrorist outfits, say sources
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Despite war, Iraq euphoric after team qualifies for World Cup
The "Lions of Mesopotamia" are making their first World Cup appearance since the 1986
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Mahira Khan, Hina Rabbani Khar and more to attend Harvard conference
Politicians, artists, entrepreneurs to converge on April 12 to discuss Pakistan's governance, economy, climate
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US denies IRGC's claim of striking airbase in Saudi Arabia
NPR reports at least 15 wounded, US Central Command refutes claim
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Six killed, two injured in firing incident in DI Khan
Main suspect fled the scene after the attack but was later killed in a police encounter
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Govt enhancing youth's skills for job market: PM
Urges youth to focus on international certifications, vocational training in high-demand skills for global market
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Italy miss out on World Cup for third straight time
Four-time champions reduced to 10 men in 42nd minute
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US judge orders suspension of Trump's White House ballroom construction
Rules no statute gives Trump authority he claims, preservationist group hails ruling as win for American people
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Gold prices rise by Rs15,300 following surge in international market
Silver prices also gain momentum, increasing by Rs200, now standing at Rs7,984
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PCB tightens hotel security after Afridi incident
The move comes as part of efforts to ensure stricter compliance with security
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Hunza Valley gears up for breathtaking cherry blossom season
From Karimabad to Attabad Lake, apricot and apple trees join blooms as spring paints Pakistan's north with colour
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Four women killed as roof collapses in Bajaur
Rescue 1122 says the cause of the incident is yet to be determined
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PSX soars past 155,000 mark as hopes of US-Iran de-escalation lift market
KSE-100 surges 6,768 points as banking, cement and energy sectors lead charge
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At least 18 dead after migrant boat sinks off Turkiye's Aegean coast
A coastguard helicopter, three boats dispatched to the area for rescue operations, with 21 people rescued so far
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Selling sympathy: Flowers, toys become cover for begging
While street vending provides livelihoods, children, women and elderly people are increasingly used to evoke sympathy
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JI begins sit-ins outside governors' houses over inflation, fuel prices
Party workers gather outside Karachi Governor House; Zafar says JI will take issues to their logical conclusion
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AJK Election Commission announces Aug 24 polling for eight reserved seats
Candidates may submit their nomination papers by Aug 20
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MQM-P calls for national dialogue with political parties on new provinces, administrative units
PPP minister Nasir Shah hits back at MQM-P, says Sindh will not be divided but MQM could be
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PMD forecasts rain, wind, thundershowers across upper, central parts from Aug 17-21
PDMA Punjab issues weather alert of the sixth spell of monsoon rains across the province
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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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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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Pope calls for an end to West Bank violence against Palestinians
Pontiff urges action to advance two-state solution amid surge of attacks by Israeli settlers
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Iran urges Qatar to allow Air Force fact-finding team over missing pilots
Iranian parliament votes to further criminalise interviews with 'hostile media'
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Thousands evacuate after Indonesia quake kills 53, aftershocks hamper rescue efforts
3,500 military, police officers deployed as nearly a thousand aftershocks follow quake
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Most US voters say they are worse off under Trump: poll
Democrats lead Republicans 44% to 39% ahead of November midterms, Financial Times poll shows
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Trump wants more economic pressure on Iran. What are his options?
Options include sanctions on Chinese refiners and banks, land blockade, new secondary tariffs
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At least six dead as historic flooding inundates US state of Indiana
Over 90 people, 45 pets rescued as record-high water surges along White River
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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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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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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











































































































