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The much-needed shift at time of crisis
Lockdown making it necessary to opt for digital banking, mobile wallets
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Redesigning the smart meter project
Such meters help identify theft, reduce power sector losses
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Food exporters cry for clarity about ban
Big decline in April export earnings leaves no room for policy confusion
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Rains worsen potholes on Kahuta Road
Residents say trucks queuing on both sides of the road add to miseries
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Circular debt - an economic monster
Power sector debt is not an insurmountable quagmire allowed to sap fiscal resources
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IMF proposes Rs575 billion new taxes in next budget
Revenue collection target of Rs5,100 also proposed; Fund agrees to provide relief to businesses affected by pandemic
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Trains likely to start chugging from Wednesday: railways minister
Rashid says people are rushing railway stations to return to their homes to celebrate Eid
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PPP snubs govt over Covid-19 situation
Asks why lockdown was being lifted when virus cases were increasing
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Wear a mask or face jail in Kuwait and Qatar
The maximum fine for violation in Kuwait stands at $16,200 while $55,000 in Qatar
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Passive immunisation trials to be carried out at NIVCD
Initial plasma therapy trials have shown 80% success rate
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Majority of UK disapproves of how Covid-19 handled
Critics have focused on lack of unified national approach within union and reopening of schools
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Indian attack cannot be ruled out, says AJK president
Armed forces of Pakistan are prepared to frustrate any evil designs of India, says Sardar Masood
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Coronavirus rears head at Karachi Central Jail
At least 40 inmates and three officials test positive for Covid-19
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WATCH: Afridi calls for addition of Kashmir cricket team into PSL
Star cricketer also offers to captain the franchise in Pakistan Super League
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IHC seeks replies over 'illegal housing societies' in Islamabad
The court lashes out at CDA for inaction, questions why it’s quick to act against the poor but not the rich
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India extends lockdown to May 31, to relax rules in some areas
Official says outside of containment zones 'all other activities will be permitted'
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Ertuğrul & resurrection of our dramas
PTV's legacy is full of productions that hold a mirror to our society, writes Senator Faisal Javed Khan
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Job losses soar amid Covid-19 lockdown in India
More than 122 million jobs estimated lost in April
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Feuding for months: President Ghani, rival Abdullah strike power-sharing deal
Move could smooth efforts to end Afghanistan’s longrunning war and launch peace talks
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New Zealand's Ardern turned away from cafe under coronavirus rules
PM Ardern with her partner walked for a brunch to a cafe where they were initially told it was too full
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India always supported traitors in Afghanistan: Taliban negotiator
Abbas Stanikzai says New Delhi has always played a negative role in the war-torn country
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India to privatise state-run companies amid Covid-19 pandemic
No fresh insolvency cases would be initiated to avoid a wave of bankruptcies from companies, says finance minister
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Turkish TV series Ertuğrul takes Pakistan by storm
TV series is breaking records of viewership with 133.38 million people hooked so far and numbers still rising
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Jessica Alba to star in Netflix thriller 'Trigger Warning'
The film is being directed by Mouly Surya
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FAO seeks more funds to deal with locusts in Pakistan, Iran
UN agency chief calls for supporting livelihoods of farmers and pastoralists in affected areas
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5 popular YouTube makeup artists you should follow
Here's how you can remain up to date with all the latest makeup hacks
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China's ambassador to Israel found dead in Tel Aviv home
Du Wei was 57 years old and became ambassador to Israel in February
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Reema clarifies her stance on 'Diriliş: Ertuğrul'
The actor has now said that foreign content should definitely be aired but with certain conditions
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PM Imran says Modi's RSS-inspired doctrine in IOJ&K quite clear
Says India linking Kashmiris' struggle to terrorism to lay grounds for a false flag operation against Pakistan
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China urges US to immediately stop actions against Huawei
China will take countermeasures and impose restrictions on US companies such as Apple Inc, Cisco Systems Inc
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Humayun Saeed, Saba Qamar and others join Ali Zafar to raise funds for Covid-19 relief
Many mainstream stars have now raised their voice for Ali Zafar Foundation in a recent video
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NDMA responds to Sindh govt's claims of being left in the lurch
Spokesperson says Sindh has enough ventilators as per its current tally of Covid-19 patients
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Will never support ‘backstabber’ Shahid Afridi in the future: Harbhajan Singh
Former Indian off-spinner was disappointed with Afridi’s comments in Azad Jammu and Kashmir
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Virus-proof red carpets coming soon to Hollywood?
Cinema marketeers are brimming with ideas to roll out red carpets without the risk of spreading the coronavirus.
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Mother allegedly kills daughter before attempting suicide
The police says case will be investigated for all possibilities
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Atiqa Odho compares 'Pyar Kay Sadqay' with 'Humsafar'
The actor has called Yumna Zaidi and Bilal Abbas 'the next best thing' after Fawad Khan and Mahira Khan
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Hygiene standards to be decisive in choosing holiday destination
Contrary to previous trends, people will tend to go for more organized holidays, says expert
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Park triumphs in golf's return to action in South Korea
South Korean pocketed $178,400 for her maiden KLPGA victory in her second year on the tour
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UK PM Johnson accepts public frustration with lockdown easing rules
The changes do not apply to people in Scotland, Wales or Northern Ireland
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Four IS terrorists killed in Bahawalpur: CTD
The police recovered grenades, SMG rifles and other weapons from the terrorists' possession
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After weeks of lockdown, overjoyed Greeks return to church
Thousands of Greeks returned to church
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Leipzig title hopes hit by Freiburg draw on Bundesliga restart
Nagelsmann's third-placed side sit four points behind league leaders Bayern Munich
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Who's saying what as the Bundesliga returns
Matches were played without fans while goal celebrations were banned and benches observed social distancing
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'Surreal' for Dortmund in empty stadium
Norwegian Erling Braut Haaland scored the first goal in Germany's top flight for two months to open the scoring
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Klopp confident Liverpool can win title without being at their best
Premier League officials are now aiming to restart the season in mid-June
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China urges food companies to boost supplies on fears of further Covid-19 disruption
The epidemic in South America might impact supplies to China, says sources
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Kyrgios tells Murray 'you are better than Djokovic'
Serb star leads their head-to-head record 25-11 and has won 17 Grand Slam singles titles to the Scot's three
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Football but not as we know it: Odd sights from Bundesliga comeback
German top-flight became the first major European league to resume playing after a two-month coronavirus lockdown
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Indonesian government plans $8.6 billion coronavirus bailout for state firms
Sales of electricity and fuel declined because of curbs on travel and work to control the coronavirus outbreak
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'Diriliş: Ertuğrul' star Esra Bilgic excited to meet Pakistani fans
The actor is humbled by the love she has received from the country
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Ziarat martyrs' heirs get Rs11.1m each
Balochistan govt also pledges lifelong family support
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Hanna Urak sit-in ends after talks
CM Bugti promises compensation, jobs and education for victims' families; all abductees recovered
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PM Shehbaz calls for restraint, regional peace in in calls with Iranian president, Qatari emir
Urges all parties to avoid steps that could undermine recent peace gains.
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Four terrorists killed in Karak-Kohat joint police operation
Interior minister praises force on success
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Hanna Urak sit-in ends after talks with Balochistan govt
CM Bugti promises compensation, jobs and education for victims' families; all abductees recovered
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K-P govt announces rollback of controversial clauses from privileges law
Kundi says no province should grant itself extra perks while asking citizens to endure austerity measures
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Sindh govt warns private schools over illegal fee collection
Hidden charges, overbilling to invite strict action, including registration cancellation
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Rain, windstorms likely in upper parts during weekend: PMD
NDMA asks tourists, non-essential travellers to skip trips to northern Pakistan till July 14
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43 terrorists neutralised in Balochistan's Operation Shabaan so far: security sources
Army, FC, and police continue joint action in Balochistan after the Mangi Dam police station attack
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LHC orders criminal case against CCD officers over 'illegal custody' of citizen
Orders Okara DPO to register FIR against the officials concerned, submit compliance report in 15 days
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G-B uplift govt’s priority as steps underway to improve infrastructure, create jobs: PM Shehbaz
He says elected representatives reflect public expectations, problems, priorities
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Women must ‘fearlessly’ report all gender-based discrimination at workplace: Ombudswoman
Fauzia warns anyone found guilty will be held accountable under harassment law
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More debris of crashed cargo plane recovered, search for crew ongoing: PAA
'Further updates will be shared as the search and rescue (SAR) operation continues,' PAA says
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Court clears path for prisoners' release
56 inmates returned from Lanka may secure early release
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Dar chairs meeting on improving government efficiency
Recommendations to be presented to prime minister for consideration, says the ministry
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PSX rebounds over 980 points on geopolitical hopes
KSE-100 closes at 182,242 amid oil price ease; banking stocks lead rally
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Gold prices fall after rise, silver remains on upward trend
On Thursday, gold prices rose by Rs3,600 locally
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World Bank approves $375.9m for Pakistan’s grid stability project
Project is first phase of 10-year programme to modernise electricity transmission network, reduce power outages
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PM task force rules out new ports
Committee implements 84 reforms in two years to unlock blue economy
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Oil heads for weekly gain as Middle East supply risks persist
Brent futures are up 19 cents, or 0.25%, at $76.49 a barrel
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Pakistan, Turkey target trade of $5b
Current annual trade at $1.236b, ECO CCI president proposes joint business meeting
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IT sector exports could reach $15b in five to ten years, seminar told
Panelists at the seminar highlighted specific sectors with export potential
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Persistent selling caps PSX near 180,000
KSE-100 index falls 370 points, or 0.20%, amid geopolitical jitters
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Envoy, FinMin explore capital market avenues
Discussions also focused on strengthening engagement with international investors
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Seafood exports jump to $568m
Despite disruptions, shipments grow on better compliance with food safety standards
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Trade with Russia to cross $1b
Energy minister underlines need for deeper economic, transport connectivity
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Manufacturing recovery to be narrow-based
Textiles, autos, cement to lead as lower interest rates revive activity, say analysts
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Remittances hit $41.5b without structured support
Inflows up 8.6% despite Middle East tensions, but experts warn of policy gaps
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ADB cuts growth forecast to 3.7%
Raises inflation to 8.3%, warns of 10% US tariff risk
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PSX extends losing streak as KSE-100 sheds nearly 370 points
Market activity remained healthy despite the subdued performance, with 471 million shares traded in the KSE-100 Index
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Suzhou Industrial Park: From paddy fields to powerhouse
Park emerges as a global benchmark for tech-driven growth and urban development
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Pakistan urges Iran, US at UNSC to stay committed to framework peace deal
'Any interruption in this diplomatic process would complicate issues further,' ambassador tells UNSC
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Ryanair passenger partially sucked out of window on flight from Greece
Cause remains unclear
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Chinese zoo locked animals in cages to prevent escape as typhoon-related floodwaters rose
Three lions drown and more than 100 animals go missing
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Landslides kill 15 in Philippines as biggest typhoon in decades nears Taiwan
yphoon Bavi is set to batter Taiwan, Japan's southwest islands and China after deadly storms this week
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Iran has asked to continue talks and the US agreed, Trump says
Qatar urges US-Iran to honour deal, protect Strait of Hormuz
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China temporarily bans helium exports as US-Iran tensions flare again
US-Israeli war on Iran disrupted helium supplies, hitting AI chip production and semiconductor manufacturing
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Twelve killed, 19 missing in one of Spain's deadliest wildfires
One Spaniard is among the victims, while the rest appear to be foreign nationals
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France to activate extreme heat emergency plan for 1st time
Civil protection mechanism designed to mobilise additional resources, includes measures to assist isolated people
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Global oil production recovers as Hormuz shipments resume, IEA says
Partial restoration of Hormuz oil flows boosts June output, but regional production below levels seen pre-conflict
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Bangladesh's Hasina plans December return with party colleagues to surrender
Exiled ex-premier, sentenced to death in absentia, says she will face death on own soil
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One million women lose aid access due to funding cuts, UN Women says
Nearly nine in 10 women's organisations can no longer meet growing demand amid steepest aid drop on record
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Trump fires last 3 bipartisan election commission members ahead of November midterms
Voter advocacy groups, Democratic state election officials call move 'reckless and irresponsible,' according to report
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Death toll from Venezuela twin earthquakes rises to 3,889
More than 16,700 injured, thousands still displaced since powerful June 24 quakes, top official says
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Israel shares intelligence with US on alleged Iranian plot to kill Trump: report
Report says the new intelligence could further escalate the conflict between Washington and Tehran
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Pak women U-19 named for SA T20s
The five-match series will be played from July 14 to 24
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Johan Botha joins Netherlands men's team
He joins them for their Cricket World Cup League 2 games
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Rain hands West Indies series win over Sri Lanka
The hosts completed their first home Test series triumph for four years
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World Cup exit puts another nail in USA's fun
They crashed out of the tournament against Belgium
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Egypt file complaint against referee
The Pharoahs loss 3-2 to Argentina in a controversial game
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Djokovic sets up Sinner blockbuster
He survives Wimbledon's longest quarter-final against Felix Auger-Aliassime
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England quicks star as India suffer record T20I defeat
They slumped to a mammoth 125-run defeat in the second 3rd T20I
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Eight teams remain in the hunt for glory
A heavyweight line-up set to do battle in the quarter-finals from Thursday
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De Minaur gutted after Wimbledon exit
His run ended with a 7-5 7-6(4) 6-3 defeat against Cobolli
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Messi inspires Argentina in stunning late comeback to see off Egypt
Egypt came close to a World Cup upset after goals by Yasser Ibrahim and Mostafa Zico, despite Messi missing a penalty
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Argentina fightback to beat Egypt
They came from behind to secure a stunning 3-2 victory
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Argentina's gruelling World Cup schedule a concern for Scaloni
He insists that the champions should be given more rest in the final stages
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Belgium thrash USA to end World Cup dream
Charles De Ketelaere scored a brace in 4-1 victory
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Britain's Fery stuns Dimitrov
He clinched the game with a 7-5, 3-6, 4-6, 6-4, 7-6 (10/7) win
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Huzaifa, Huzaima clinch Padel Ranking Cup
Meheq and Asfa clinch the title in women’s category












































































































