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Three arrested for gang-rape during house robbery
Police are conducting raids to apprehend the remaining suspects
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Matric results delayed by 15 days due to pending Sindhi paper evaluation
Nearly 100,000 matric students have already applied for admission to government colleges
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KMC cracks down on illegal parking fees, plot allotments
Three FIRs registered over illegal fee collection; 320 Orangi Township leases to be cancelled
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Police arrest four in Clifton murders
Karachi police raid house in Gujrawala to arrest female victim's brother
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PA unites against NEPRA's Rs50b surcharge
Lawmakers demand withdrawal of KE surcharge; Sharjeel pushes for prepaid meters
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100 air quality monitors to be installed
Rs4 billion set aside to digitise monitoring
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Two children killed to cover up affair, say police
Accused feared exposure after child witnessed compromising act
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District hospitals to offer angioplasty
Cardiac treatment labs will be set up in 16 Punjab districts
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Illegal kidney transplantation network busted
Officials said the group was trafficking human organs
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Punjab govt outlaws tobacco-use in parks
Staff empowered to evict violators, pursue legal action
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Malta to recognise Palestinian state in September
Maltese government had been under increasing pressure from within its ranks to recognise Palestinian state
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Trump approval rating sinks to 40%, the lowest of his term
Reuters/Ipsos poll found that US President's approval rating dropped by one percentage
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Two caught slaughtering donkey
The suspects offered no justification at the time of arrest but later gave a different statement to police
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Turkish envoy stresses cultural collaboration
Calls for stronger literary partnerships between Türkiye and Pakistan
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Sugar shortage persists despite new supply
In the open market, sugar is currently being sold at Rs210 to Rs220 per kilogram
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NPO to organise webinar
The webinar aims to help participants understand that quality is not just a technical issue
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Consumer courts cease operations
Province-wide, a total of 1,682 cases were under adjudication in these courts
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Government appoints acting HEC chief
Nadeem Mahbub will be chairman of HEC for three months or until the appointment of a permanent chairman
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Chahan Dam breach sparks fresh fears
Four days ago, intense rainfall led to the breach, triggering flash floods that damaged six homes
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Pindi's sewerage system revamp on the cards
Mengal emphasised smart resource utilisation and collaborative planning with relevant departments
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QAU students detained in hostel dispute
The university administration completely vacated hostels number 6, 8, 9 and 11 and arrested around 60 students
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Honour killing suspects sent to jail
All seven suspects admit guilt; confessions may be recorded under Section 164 of CrPC
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PO nabbed in Bannu
DPO praised the successful operation and commended the SHO and his team
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Kundi exchanges pleasantries with Iran, Afghan envoys
Iranian Consul General also spoke about the expected visit of the Iranian President to Pakistan
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PTI to plan strategy for August 5 protest
Meeting to decide whether to stage march on Islamabad or record protest at provincial level
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Three killed in car ambush
Deceased include Fazal Amin alias Yarbash
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From citizens to collaborators to collateral damage
Such morally grey history still defines the reality of my community
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Strategic crisis management
Strategic crisis management needs to be examined and analysed from three angles
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Embers of denial
Severe wildfires swept across Europe, affecting Spain, Greece, Turkey, France, and the UK
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Scourge of honour
Cultural and economic drivers fuel this crisis
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K-Electric tariff increase
The justification, ostensibly, lies in ensuring K-Electric's financial viability and long-term service delivery
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PTI's unending woes
The hurried adjournment of Imran Khan's bail pleas in eight May 9 cases until August 12
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Of clowns and men
NED test results recently revealed the disparity between students from rural areas and urban areas
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Britain warns Israel it will recognise Palestinian state as Gaza starvation spreads
Britain to act unless Israel eases Palestinian suffering, IPC warns of looming famine amid severe food shortages
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18 migrants die in shipwreck off eastern Libya, 50 missing
The migrants are from Egypt, with ten survivors accounted for so far
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Petrol price may drop by up to Rs10
Following approval from PM, finance ministry will issue official notification regarding new prices starting August 1
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Rahul Gandhi slams Modi for using Operation Sindoor to protect his image
Congress leader says operation ended with “immediate surrender” after only 30 minutes of action
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Nadeem Mahbub named acting HEC chairman
Notification states his appointment will last three months or until permanent HEC chairman is appointed
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Rawalpindi plans grand Independence Day festivities
Spirit of unity and pride to mark 78th Independence Day in twin cities
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Tensions escalate in Punjab Assembly as lawmakers clash over alleged attacks
Treasury benches term opposition’s actions as continuation of May 9 incidents; opposition blames treasury for chaos
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ECP also disqualifies PTI's Abdul Latif Chitrali
He was sentenced to 10 years in prison by an anti-terrorism court for his involvement in May 9 riots
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Trump's remarks on stopping Pakistan-India war 'reopen old wounds' for Modi: PM Shehbaz
Sharif says conventional warfare supremacy has shattered Indian myth that Pakistan relies only on nuclear deterrence
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PTI dismisses claims of Imran Khan barring sons from visiting Pakistan
Sheikh Waqas Akram denies reports as misleading, saying the sons shared their plan to visit without seeking permission
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Punjab govt outlaws tobacco-use in parks
Staff empowered to evict violators, pursue legal action
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Gold price drops locally amid global decline
The price of gold per tola declined by Rs1,600 and price of 10 grams of gold decreased by Rs1,372
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Zulfikar Jr, Fatima Bhutto to launch new political party
Bhutto Jr distances himself from the current PPP leadership, saying he has no backing from the establishment
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Dar reaffirms Pakistan's support for independent Palestinian state at UN
FM condemns ongoing violence in Gaza, urges for 'unconditional, immediate, and permanent ceasefire'
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Rickshaws banned on 25 major roads in Karachi to alleviate traffic congestion
Besides Shahrah-e-Faisal, Shahrah-e-Quaideen and Korangi Road, areas surrounding commercial districts also included
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LHC upholds custody of 12-year-old girl with maternal grandmother, says child’s voice is decisive
Court held that the 'voice of the child' is central to custody determinations, cannot be treated as mere formality
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K-P schools, colleges to observe zone-based winter vacations
Areas in summer zone to observe holidays from Jan 1 to 15, while vacations in winter zones to be from Dec 23 to Feb 28
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44.6m children vaccinated nationwide as 2025's final anti-polio drive concludes
22.9m children received polio drops in Punjab, 10.6m in Sindh, 7.15m in K-P, and 2.58m in Balochistan
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Minority rights remain systemically fragile
HRCP records forced conversions, worship attacks and police failures in 2025
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LHC suspends Punjab property ordinance
CJ Neelum tells chief secretary if law remained in force, even Jati Umra could be repossessed
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Punjab local government polls to be held on party basis, LHC informed
Court expresses concerns over lack of response from ECP and seeks commission's stance
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PM Shehbaz announces Rs10m reward for each Pakistan U19 player
Premier hosts luncheon for victorious squad at Prime Minister's House, hails team for making the nation proud
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Pakistan U19 mentor Sarfaraz calls India's conduct 'unethical' in Asia Cup final
Sarfaraz Ahmed praises his own side for responding with professionalism and sportsmanship
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Nine bandits killed, 27 arrested in Ghotki operation
Sindh Rangers, police rescue eight more passengers after Dec 15 bus abduction
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Pakistan young-guns shine bright
The Men in Green beat India in the ACC U19 Asia Cup final
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Three brothers killed in Nushki shop dispute
Close relatives from same tribe had been locked in a tenancy row
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Multan's Nishtar doctor making obscene gestures on video loses job
Medic claims bad bedside behaviour was a 'natural reaction to verbal abuse'
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Cold wave intensifies as snow blankets KP, Gilgit-Baltistan
Another rain system expected to enter from Dec 27 to 31, potentially bringing rain to some districts of Punjab
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Zardari visits Iraqi shrines, calls for Muslim unity
Four-day visit combines religious observances with diplomatic outreach to boost bilateral trade, security cooperation
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Building material prices hit record high
Federal, provincial taxes, increases in gas, electricity, transport costs, contribute to this
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Rising trade deficit exposes Pakistan’s structural weaknesses
Trade integration, not import curbs, is critical for sustainable growth
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China’s trade surplus hits $1.08 trillion as currency valuation debate resurfaces
China’s surplus rose 22.1% in Jan–Nov, prompting renewed questions as to whether renminbi is undervalued
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Boosting exports: 10 policy priorities
Export challenge is not rooted in lack of entrepreneurial capacity or market access, but in fragmented policies
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Pakistan's quiet regulatory revolution
For years, the economy has been constrained by an excess of rules, permits, approvals
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What does Europe's EV retreat mean for Pakistan?
Battery recycling represents area where country could develop genuine competitive advantage
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Pakistan’s inflation stabilises, highlighting core cost challenges
While latest numbers provide relief, past inflation has permanently raised cost of living
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Policy neglect hits coating exports
Industry seeks sector status, trade route solutions; proposes value-addition
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Cotton exchange sealing sparks widespread concern
Businessmen argue federal authorities' action based on contested ownership claims
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Cars no longer affordable for middle-class
Economists question protection-heavy auto regime as prices keep soaring despite local assembly, import restrictions
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Musk first person worth $700b
Musk's 2018 pay package, once worth $56 billion, was restored by the Delaware Supreme Court
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PSX gains despite mixed macros
KSE-100 index hits 171,404 as SBP surprises market with 50bps rate cut
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Adulterated pesticides dominate markets
CCP study says counterfeit pesticides damage crops, cause significant losses to farmers
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Horticulture podcast to address export gaps
Digital outreach initiative aimed at tackling post-harvest losses, climate risks
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Japan's rate hike signals new tightening phase
BOJ raises short-term rate to 30-year high, driven by persistent inflation, economic worries
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ASEAN ministers meet to restore Thailand-Cambodia ceasefire after 60 killed, half a million displaced
First direct talks since fighting resumed on Dec 8, Malaysia urges bloc to play more forceful role in halting conflict
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Meta is earning a fortune on a deluge of fraudulent ads, documents show
Meta internally estimated 10% of its 2024 revenue could come from scam-linked advertising, documents show
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Bondi attack suspects held ‘tactical’ training before shooting
Court documents allege father-son duo rehearsed in NSW countryside; Albanese vows tougher hate, gun laws
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Ukraine settlement talks enter third day in Miami
Russia launched atleast 1,300 attack drones, nearly 1,200 guided aerial bombs, and 9 missiles of various types
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Kidnapped Nigerian schoolkids freed
Another 130 abducted Niger state pupils released, none left in captivity
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Somalia tightens security before historic elections
Somalia will deploy more than 10,000 security personnel in the capital
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Trump's ally urges action on Hamas, Hezbollah
Israel made dismantling the arsenals of both groups, allies of its arch-foe Iran
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Israel’s security cabinet approves 19 new settlements in West Bank
The move raises approved settlements over three years to 69, says Finance Minister Smotrich’s office
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Sudan drone attack on Darfur market kills 10: Rescuers
Since April 2023, Sudan's army and RSF conflict killed tens of thousands, displacing nearly 12M people
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Pakistan to witness year's longest night, shortest day on December 22
Earth's 23.4° axial tilt causes the changing lengths of daylight throughout the year
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Dozens mourn six killed in Israeli shelling of Gaza shelter
Gaza hospital reports victims of shelling: infant, 14-year-old girl, two men, two women
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Trump readies aggressive immigration crackdown in 2026
ICE and Border Patrol get $170B through 2029, a major boost over current $19B annual budgets
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Nine killed in mass shooting at tavern near Johannesburg
This was the second major mass shooting reported in South Africa this month
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US intercepts oil tanker off Venezuelan coast, officials confirm
It’s the second time in recent weeks that the United States has gone after a tanker near Venezuela
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Thousands mourn slain Bangladesh student leader
Tens of thousands joined funeral procession to pay respects to Sharif Osman Hadi
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Thailand women’s esports star Tokyogurl disqualified from SEA Games, receives lifetime ban
Thailand’s Tokyogurl disqualified from SEA Games for alleged cheating; entire women’s RoV team withdrawn
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‘Sincaraz' rivalry lights up 2025 season
Alcaraz and Sinner turned 2025 into a gripping tug-of-war for tennis
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Barcelona beat Guadalajara in Copa del Rey
Christensen and Rashford scored in 2-0 victory
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FIFA launches $60 ticket tier
The body was facing criticism of 2026 World Cup ticket pricing
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Garnacho sends Chelsea into League Cup semis
The Blues beat third-tier Cardiff City 3-1
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Dembele and Bonmati scoop FIFA Best awards
The PSG star won the Ballon d'Or in September
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Khawaja defies career obituaries
He scored gutsy 82 against England in third Test
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Carey hits ton to lead Australia fightback
He scored 106 and made and crucial stand with Usman Khawaja
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PCB wants three player retentions, franchises pushing for five
Due to the inclusion of two new teams, permission for eight retentions won’t be granted
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New format under consideration for HBL PSL11
The tournament will begin from March 26
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French court orders PSG to pay Mbappe 60 million euros
The ruling followed months of legal wrangling after the France striker took PSG to court
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Djokovic to warm up for Australian Open in Adelaide
He will be back in the city for the ATP-WTA tournament from January 12-17
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Osimhen: From Lagos newspaper seller to stardom with Nigeria
The Super Eagles will count on the 26-year-old forward to deliver during their AFCON campaign in Morocco
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Pakistan beat UAE to book U19 Asia Cup semi-final spot
The Men in Green registered a 70-run victory
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Brendan Rodgers joins Saudi club Al Qadsiah
The former Liverpool and Celtic boss steps in after Michel González’s dismissal

























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