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Precautions advised as pollen allergy season peaks
Residents advised to wear N90 masks and limit outdoor exposure
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Psychiatrist warns of mental stress in youth
Says it can have lasting effect on emotional wellbeing, studies and future prospects
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Bail adjoined in Dr Wardah murder case
Waheed Billa's plea to be heard on January 15; other accused remanded
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Eviction drive ramped up in Sector G-14/1
Sector G-14/1 forms part of FGEHF's ambitious housing scheme launched in mid-2000s for federal government employees
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Bakers seek relief as flour prices soar
Association warns current allocation is insufficient amid rising flour prices
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Ramazan approaches, Pindi caught unprepared
With no subsidised stores, pulses and gram prices jump by Rs1,000 per maund
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Rising diagnostic costs burden patients
While doctors cite high operating costs, concerns over unnecessary tests persist
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Illegal LPG cylinders pose serious risks
Chairman noted that OGRA has already tabled a bill, which is expected to be implemented in the near future.
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Building costs hit record highs
Cost of a five-marla house jumps to Rs130 million, govt projects double in price
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Flour smuggling network dismantled
Smugglers attempting to move flour unlawfully from various districts of Punjab through Talagang to Afghanistan, K-P
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Who cut Islamabad's trees - and why?
From Shakarparian to H-8, large-scale tree cutting sparks public outrage
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Private schools warned over defying Sindh govt’s winter timing directive
Several Karachi private schools ignored govt winter directive, opening at 8am instead of mandated 9am
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Leonardo DiCaprio's 1991 'Teen Beat' interview resurfaces
Actor had discussed his favourite culinary choices in the interaction over three decades ago
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South Africa remake of 'The Office' unveils first trailer
Series returns as 'Die Kantoor', an Afrikaans language adaptation of the popular show
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Seth Rogen takes 'The Studio' back into production
He confirms season two of the show is officially filming
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Celebs raise $5.4m for Palestine, Sudan children at LA concert
'Artists for Aid' express political solidarity, perform for children's medical care in both countries
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'Stranger Things' finale was 'written amid chaos'
Duffer brothers discuss Netflix pressure while finishing show's season 5
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Golden Globes see Selena, Miley in reunion moment
Both spark fan excitement online in their own unique styles
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'One Battle After Another' triumphs at Golden Globes
It garners three other major awards at ceremony regarded as stepping stone to Oscars; 'Hamnet' also prevails
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Commercial recoverable spacecraft completes test flight in China
Lihong-1 Y1 can reach 120 km, offers low-cost launches, flexible missions and payload recovery
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ANP seeks Pak-Afghan dialogue
Mian Iftikhar says war is no solution, blames PTI's 'neglect' for surge in terrorism in K-P
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Supply curbs spur hike in flour prices
Bakeries struggle as 80kg flour bag hits Rs12,500; authoritiespromise relief soon
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Hazara women block road in Quetta over gas crisis
Demonstrators demand uninterrupted winter supply
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PHC raps govt over unpaid EPI salaries
Court was moved by EPI technicians who have not been paid for 18 months
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Seeking prophetic leadership: varsities must lead the way
Universities must nurture ethical leaders, not just employable graduates
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Afghanistan: between myth and history
History shows Afghanistan as a hub of civilisation, not a perpetual battlefield
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Privatisation illusion
Selling broken institutions after years of neglect socialises losses and privatises gains
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Wedding burials
Islamabad gas blast exposes the deadly cost of negligence, urgent need for safety vigilance
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PTI's Karachi rally
PTI’s street politics tests the balance between democratic space, coercive policing and governance duties
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New provinces?
Without local bodies and fiscal fairness, new provinces risk becoming another layer of weak governance
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Narrow alleys of higher-ed
Rigid bureaucracy, degree myopia are pushing capable Pakistanis back out of the country
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Alphabet hits $4 trillion valuation as AI refocus lifts sentiment
Alphabet overtakes Apple for first time since 2019, becoming world’s second most valuable firm
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NEPRA maintains basic power tariff nationwide
The regulatory authority confirms the new basic tariff will take effect from January 1, 2026
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Gas explosion injures six of a family in Lahore
Another gas leak near Attari Darbar ignites heater, causing explosion and flames, says Rescue 1122
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LHC steps in to protect Lahore’s green spaces
PHA told to restore Nasir Bagh, halt tree trimming without prior permission
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LHC rejects plea to suspend Kite Flying Act 2025
Justice Malik Muhammad Awais Khalid hears petition challenging constitutionality of new law
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Madrassa student tortured by teacher dies in Karachi
Manghopir police had earlier registered a case for causing injuries and arrested the teacher, who later secured bail
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Fire guts restaurant on Tipu Sultan in Karachi
Cardboard factory turned to ashes in SITE Superhighway area
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Major arms smuggling attempt foiled at Torkham border
Authorities say interception also foiled a potential large-scale terrorist operation within Pakistan
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Info ministry calls reports of Pakistan being used to attack Iran ‘disinformation’
Ministry urges social media users to avoid sharing sensational 'breaking news' about military actions
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UK launches investigation into X over AI chatbot Grok’s sexualised deepfakes
Grok is facing international backlash for allowing users to create and share sexualised pictures
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Indonesian defence minister meets Field Marshal Asim Munir to expand security ties
Both sides stress strengthening institutional linkages, training collaboration, and defence-industrial cooperation
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'No conversations' with US, says Cuban president after Trump threats
Trump urges Cuba to “make a deal,” vows to cut off Venezuelan oil and money after Maduro raid
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Venezuela says 116 political prisoners released
Prisoner releases were announced under pressure from Trump, who says US is “in charge” of Venezuela
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Spain makes record cocaine seizure at sea, intercepts ship with 10 tonnes
Cameroon-flagged vessel from Brazil raided; 9,994 kg of cocaine found in salt shipment
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Govt withdraws SEZ ordinance after PPP walkout over lack of presidential approval
Sources say six bills, one ordinance was sent for presidential approval, but SEZ amendment remained unsigned
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PSX plummets over 2,000 points as panic selling hits on geopolitical fears
Iran-US standoff, Venezuela situation, instability across Middle East and South Asia undermines market confidence
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PTF announces Davis Cup training camp ahead of Senegal tie
The initiative aims to build a strong national squad, with final team selection to be announced after the camp
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Hasan sisters secure team title at Islamabad table tennis event
Adeel Ahmed, Bilal Ahmed, and Ali Malik also played exceptionally well and finished as runners-up
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Independent AJK lawmaker Sajid Iqbal joins PML-N after election upset
Rana Sanaullah says PML-N is three seats away from a two-thirds majority in the AJK Assembly
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Adiala SP report flags Imran's blood pressue issues, recommends more family interaction to manage anxiety
Report says his vision is 'almost normal' now
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PTI demands Imran's immediate hospital transfer after jail report flags BP issues
Rana Sanaullah refutes claim that Imran not getting medical treatment, says best specialists provided to PTI founder
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Heavy rain wreaks havoc in twin cities, inundates streets and homes
At least one person was killed, 35 injured after multiple vehicles collided on M-2 motorway due to bad weather
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FM Dar, Turkish counterpart discuss regional developments in phone call
Foreign ministers agree dialogue, diplomacy remain way forward to promote peace, stability
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Six terrorists killed in separate IBOs in Balochistan
Three to four terrorists were in a mountainous area between Ziarat and Harnai, two were killed in Killi Zaik
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PM Shehbaz appreciates Trump’s support for Makkah defence pact
Also praises Trump for his 'courageous leadership', says it helped 'avert a nuclear catastrophe in South Asia'
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New provinces debate set for parliament today
Both houses expected to pass a proposed unanimous resolution concerning the Makkah Peace Accord
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SC corrects review error in murder case
Stresses due process, fair trial in cases involving life, liberty
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BEYOND MONUMENTS
Grand churches inspired awe, but the memory of a quiet nurse reshaped what faith and vocation came to mean
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Capital sees alarming rise in crime
Robberies expose security gaps; residents blame weak policing for rising insecurity
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Goods transporters defer strike for 40 days as talks succeed
Decision follows talks at Governor House, with transporters resuming operations as several demands are addressed
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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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Pakistan's crypto gamble
State must first build constitutional, legal & regulatory foundations for crypto initiatives & partnerships
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The gas that built Pakistan but left Balochistan behind
Energy-rich districts remain among least developed despite decades of gas production
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Is US drifting towards 'silent default'?
As federal debt nears $40tr, rising interest costs and inflation are reshaping risks
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Child stunting is Pakistan's hidden economic crisis
Malnutrition, not inflation or debt, poses greatest long-term threat to economic growth
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Pakistan's 79th: time to live, not just survive
Four practical steps that can make daily life more livable without waiting for perfect growth numbers
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Earning S&P, Moody's next upgrade
Ratings growth requires lower debt, high revenues, strong external buffers
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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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Kushner's talks with Israel, Hamas end without breakthrough on Trump Gaza plan
Trump envoy holds second known meeting with Hamas as stalled peace plan hangs in balance
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Iran threatens to go on offensive in Strait of Hormuz if diplomacy with US fails
Iran’s IRGC dismisses Trump’s claim of backchannel talks as ‘lies’
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Pakistan refiner Cnergyico expands US crude imports amid Hormuz disruption
Cnergyico is also considering spot purchases against longer-term contracts with Vitol and other suppliers
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Iran says 60-day deadline 'lost its relevance' after US ‘violations’ of memorandum
Says that Iran never formulates its policies under pressure, ultimatums or time limits
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Trump 'very happy' over signing of Makkah Joint Defence Agreement
Shows how Middle East 'coming together' to defend itself in a 'more meaningful way', says US president
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EU foreign policy chief to present 'most far-reaching sanctions list' against Russia: report
Number of sanctioned Russian entities to rise by one-third if list adopted, Kallas says
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Ebola outbreak in Democratic Republic of Congo becomes deadliest in country's history
Case fatality ratio climbs to 46% as nearly one in two confirmed cases prove fatal, government data says
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Search for Indonesia quake victims underway on Independence Day
Nearly 1,600 aftershocks recorded as death toll from Saturday's disaster reaches 53
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Trump orders Pentagon to cut back military exercises with South Korea
US president cites cost of drills, Seoul's refusal to join war against Iran
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Pope calls for an end to West Bank violence against Palestinians
Pontiff urges action to advance two-state solution
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Russia hits steel plant in new strikes on Ukraine
Kyiv attacks Moscow region
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BD PM not to visit India until Hasina extradited
Foreign ministry says propitious environment needs to be created for trip
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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









































































































