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Lahore tops global pollution ranking
Faisalabad, Gujranwala, Multan, Bahawalpur also exposed to unhealthy air
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Over 22k hepatitis patients confirmed in 13 Rawalpindi Union Councils
'Poverty, lack of education, financial constraints, limited access to healthcare contribute to spread of hepatitis'
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SSC-II exam results announced
Over 23,000 candidates appear in supplementary examination
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Moot dissects fractured Pakistan-India ties
Ambassador Aizaz Chaudhry's new book outlines pathways for more stable future
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Wife, accomplices held for husband's murder in Pindi
Suspects allegedly confess to killing victim over property dispute
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Fruit seller's 'orange tree' steals the spotlight
Vendor's creative display becomes a popular attraction for lawyers, litigants and children
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Torkham border closure inflicts Rs150m losses on wholesale traders
Weeks-long shutdown of Torkham devastates wholesalers in twin cities
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CJ slams neglect of southern districts
PHC concerned over rising Indus Highway deaths and administrative inertia
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K-P to protect 140,000 street vendors under landmark protection bill
Legislation includes financial measures such as microfinance, credit, insurance, and emergency support
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The house of affluents and the screens of hypocrisy
What does democracy mean in a country where power remains hereditary, where parliament is a hedged colony of capital?
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Higher direction of war
Why Pakistan's Joint Chiefs System failed
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History's lessons: when warnings go unheeded
A reflection on how Quranic narratives of justice, arrogance, moral decay mirror the crises, choices of our time
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Larger and denser
Experts warn Karachi’s infrastructure, services, safety are already stretched beyond capacity
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Preparing for floods
Authority projects 22–26% higher rainfall, urges provinces to act on early warnings to prevent displacement, losses
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Corruption dilemma
Global lender says corruption is “persistent and corrosive,” costing Pakistan growth
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Debt-for-nature swaps: turning climate liability into resilience
As rich nations fall short on Loss, Damage funding, vulnerable states see debt swaps as a path to relief, resilience
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COP30 fire contained in Belem, no injuries reported
Fire scare halts COP30 talks as sirens send delegates running; flames seen in venue footage
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JF-17 Thunder steals spotlight at Dubai Airshow
Pakistan signs MoU with friendly country for the procurement of the JF-17 Thunder
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Nine women sexually assaulted daily in Punjab, SSDO report reveals alarming data
Over 15,000 cases reported from Jan–Jun 2025, including 51 kidnappings and 24 incidents of domestic violence
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Trump signs bill forcing DOJ to release Jeffrey Epstein files
Epstein Files Act requires DOJ to publish all unclassified records tied to the Epstein investigation
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PIA privatisation: four firms prequalify for bidding to acquire 75% stake
PIA's name and branding will remain unchanged; fleet will be expanded from 18 to 38 operational aircraft
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UN says Gaza conditions ‘extremely dire’ after heavy rains flood large areas
With winter nearing, OCHA warns shelter supplies entering Gaza are far too limited for people’s vast needs
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JPMC set for major upgrade as Sindh approves $15m grant for new emergency complex
New 12-storey emergency facility to feature 722 beds, 17 operating theatres equipped with modern machinery
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Erdogan warns of demographic ‘disaster’ as Turkiye’s fertility rate falls to 1.48
He said global capitalism, cultural imperialism and “digital encirclement” as pressures undermining values
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Four IHC judges prepare to challenge 27th Constitutional Amendment
According to sources, draft petition has been prepared and forwarded to the apex court for filing
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Pakistan faces risk of corruption-related money laundering
IMF reports says Pakistan's anti-money laundering enforcement compromised by political pressure, weak oversight
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PSX climbs further as steady investors lift sentiment
Buying spree in key sectors pushes KSE-100 index up by 710.66 points
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SA chase history in Ind as Gambhir feels the heat
The visitors are aiming for their first Test series victory
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Aus’s Weatherald, Doggett set to debut
They will earn their baggy green caps at a sold-out Perth Stadium on Friday
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'This is a trailer’: extortionists threaten Karachi traders via SMS
Gangs target Karachi car showrooms and traders via SMS
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Snow leopard spotted in Munoor Valley, Chitral
Snow leopards are found in the mountain ranges of Lower Garam Chashma, Gabor Valley, Arkari Valley, and Manur Valley
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Punjab launches province-wide satellite system to protect forests
System continuously records, analyzes changes within forest areas using remote sensing technology
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Two police personnel martyred, four injured in DI Khan IED
Security forces later cordon off area, launch a search operation
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UN adopts traditional, oft-ignored Olympics 'truce'
Debate highlighted tensions over Russia and Ukraine, with the resolution emphasizing sport as a platform for peace
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Ex-Spurs star Taricco banned for racist gesture in S. Korea
He was fined 20 million won ($13,600) and suspended for five games
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Gang-wracked Haiti unites, goes wild over World Cup qualification
Haitians celebrated their team’s first World Cup appearance in over 50 years
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Gold prices drop in domestic, global markets
10 grams also falls by Rs4,286
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PSG's Hakimi voted African player of the year
The 27-year-old beat former winners Mohamed Salah and Victor Osimhen to lift the award for the first time
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ADB reviews BRT, urban transport, climate projects in Sindh
CM Murad informs delegation that all obstacles in the project have been removed, work would now accelerate
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Arsenal beat Real Madrid as Man Utd lose in Women's Champions League
Russo’s second half double gave the Gunners 2-1 victory over Real Madrid
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Italy cruise past Austria and into Davis Cup semi-finals
Matteo Berrettini and Flavio Cobolli claimed straight-sets victories
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Denmark warns UNSC of TTP threat in Central, South Asia
Sandra Jensen Landi highlights presence of approximately 6,000 TTP fighters in Afghanistan
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ADB approves $330m package to modernise Pakistan's power transmission network
Energy experts warn spiralling capacity payments, underutilised plants remain core crisis
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FCC probes K-P govts policy to dismiss caretaker-appointed workers
K-P employees hired by caretakers challenge dismissal
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Stokes tells England to 'write our own history' in Ashes
They have not won a series in Australia for 15 years
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Norris eyeing big step towards maiden world title in Vegas
The Briton boasts a 24-point lead in the drivers' standings over teammate Oscar Piastri
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Saba Qamar goes blue for World Children’s Day
The UN ambassador highlights nationwide children’s issues
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Kacha bandits kidnap trackers, dog for Rs10m ransom
Bandits demand Rs10m per abductee but offer to release the tracker dog for a smaller sum
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SC orders Imran Khan’s transfer to private hospital for treatment
Court directs telephone conversations with children, weekly meetings with family
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Security forces killed over nine terrorists in Balochistan IBOs
Ammunition, magazines, hand grenades, a walkie-talkie, and a motorcycle were recovered from terrorists
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Pakistan rejects India's bid for permanent UNSC seat
Asim Iftikhar says India lacks credentials for getting the status
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Govt, opposition agree to resume talks
PM expected to join consultations on political, constitutional matters
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Medical board urges concessions for Imran
Notes 73-year-old prisoner at risk of complications due to stress
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Senate panel wants two dozen ministries axed
Body instructs federal govt to reconstitute CCI
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FO rejects India's 'baseless' terror claims
FO rejects India's 'baseless' terror claims
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ISPR rejects Op Sindoor documentary
Says documentary distorts chronology, operational record and ceasefire
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PM orders upgrade of govt platforms
Emphasises facilitating citizens' access to services
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ISPR rejects 'highly dramatised, factually inaccurate' Indian documentary on Operation Sindoor
Says documentary distorts chronology, operational record and ceasefire
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FO rubbishes India's 'baseless assertions' linking Pakistan to arrests of terror suspects
Says unfounded Indian insinuations cannot divert international attention away from India’s state-sponsored terrorism
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Pakistani AI-robotic training data startup partners to expand tech trade with US
Partners with company to gain access to boosted storage, security and data communication backbone
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Govt hikes petrol by Rs5.77, high-speed diesel by 6.47 for Aug 18
Petrol now costs Rs331.2 while HSD costs Rs390.42
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Oil climbs as fading US-Iran peace hopes raise supply risks
Brent crude futures climb 62 cents, or 0.7%, to $91.49 a barrel
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Court allows tax credit adjustment
Rules in favour of corporates, saying adjustment can be made against super tax
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Refinery stocks take PSX up by 398 points
Energy sector in focus; investors also weigh ME developments, corporate earnings
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Govt seeks Egypt's help to boost cotton yield
Both sides agree to enhance cooperation in agriculture, food security
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SBP injects Rs11.6tr into banking system
Gold climbs Rs2,000 to Rs461,936/tola as global rebound gathers steam
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Garment city gets $18m investment
Port Qasim apparel zone to create 138,000 jobs, generate $2.2b in first phase
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OGRA builds real-time stock data system
ERP integration, ATG sensors to help FBR, Customs replace manual monitoring by Sept
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Pakistan eyes US crude to cut Trump tariffs
Import payments to America rise by $914m to $3.27b, Cnergyico leads with 80% purchases
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Chinese firms join Pakistan's lithium, pharma projects
PM's visit, business conferences open new economic avenues: Haroon Akhtar
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'Stabilisation policies driving poverty'
Experts say weak exports, low investment, privatisation policies capping growth
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Delayed fund requests perturb ECC
Committee observes many govt entities fail to finalise annual expenses on time
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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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Philippine student killed in livestreamed school shooting
Ninth-grade suspect takes own life after shooting as police try to establish motive
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Iran ‘won war and diplomacy,’ foreign minister says after Trump’s call for Tehran to surrender
Iran threatens new offensive while US rules out extending ceasefire deal
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Trump says North Korea's Kim has responded to his overtures
US president gives no details on Kim's reply after ordering cutback in drills with South Korea
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EU plans most far-reaching sanctions against Russia
Kallas says measures to focus on Moscow's military industrial complex
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Kushner's Gaza talks end without breakthrough
Netanyahu says Israel will withdraw only after Hamas disarms
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Trump orders cutting back military exercises with South Korea
Says military drills send 'inappropriate and hostile' signal to North Korea
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Search for Indonesia earthquake victims underway
Quake damages around 500 homes and blocks roads
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Blazes rip through Europe
Rain aids fight against Belgium's biggest wildfire
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Trump threatens to bomb Oman over Hormuz talks
US president demands Iran surrender to end war IRGC denies claims of backchannel talks Trump welcomes Makkah def
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Pakistan takes helm at UN disarmament body
Assumes UN Conference on Disarmament presidency
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Russia plans to build drone aviation infrastructure in 35 regions by 2030
Infrastructure to provide a platform for developing a low-altitude economy, according to transport agency official
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China's Unitree unveils 'Superman' robot as fervour builds ahead of Shanghai debut
Unitree becomes the first general-purpose robotics company to list on mainland China's stock market
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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









































































































