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Germany flags apparel export stagnation
Envoy says export today is nearly same as a decade ago, calls for diversification
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Stocks extend losses as selling pressure persists
KSE-100 drops 1,789 points amid lingering uncertainties, geopolitical fears
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Heavy metal pollution threatens tomato exports
Industrial contamination risks yields, food safety as researchers explore bioremediation solutions
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Explosive product licences issued without cabinet's nod
Petitioner asks petroleum secretary to take action against irregularities
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'No reopening Chinese energy debt'
Iqbal warns renegotiating $15b deals will raise risk premium, undermine trust
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Govt seeks Russian support to revive PSM
Govt pursuing PM Shehbaz's vision of restoring steel mills as viable national asset
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Saudi capital sought as debt risks stay high
Aurangzeb links macro stability, Saudi interest in key sectors at AlUla forum
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Bullion surges to Rs524,762/tola on softer dollar
Extends gains as investors await key US economic data; rupee stable
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Reserves to hit $18b by June
SBP says economic growth prospects have improved, sees 3.75-4.75% GDP expansion
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Moody's cuts bank outlook to stable
Agency view contradicts SBP confidence, flags heavy govt lending
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Medical supplies worth Rs45m stolen from PIC
Four employees arrested after high-value cardiac stents and disposables pilfered from store
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US to turn over two NATO command posts to Europeans, military source says
Move fits Trump’s push for Europe to take more security responsibility in a European-led NATO
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The PSL blueprint
For six weeks each year, the PSL proves Pakistan can run institutions that work
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Colonising of irrigated land and urbanisation of peripheries
Urban expansion, not rural flight, is transforming Punjab’s social landscape
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Finding harmony
From King Charles to Tawazun, balance is the missing link in sustainability
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Widespread menace
From Sindh to Punjab, a surge in rabid dog attacks exposes systemic neglect
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An absent parliament
Chronic absenteeism erodes democracy as leaders skip routine oversight
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Hamas' resolve
Hamas chief Meshal vows no surrender of arms, challenging US-Israel claims and derailing the new Gaza peace strategy
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Of belief and reform
From the UN to AI, financial comfort can quietly silence the case for change
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Bangladesh secures 19% US tariff and exemption for some apparel made with US material
Bangladesh cut US tariffs to 20% last August from 37%, easing pressure on apparel exporters
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No cold wave ahead: Karachi to see warmer days in coming weeks
PMD says new western system may bring rain, snow to Balochistan but won't have unusual impact on the metropolis
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Sindh bans photography in govt girls’ colleges
Notification says photos of female students were misused on social media, violating laws and social, religious values
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Lahore court grants bail to 5 suspects in manhole tragedy as complainant seeks no action
Complainants tell court they have no objection to the suspects’ acquittal or discharge from the case
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Four eyewitnesses testify before magistrate in Gul Plaza blaze case
Say a boy was playing with matchboxes in his artificial flowers and decor shop which started the fire
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Epstein accomplice Maxwell refuses to answer questions from US House panel
Lawyers sought Congress approval for her legal immunity to testify, but lawmakers declined
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Somalia signs defence agreement with Saudi Arabia
The deal follows Israel recognising Somaliland, a self-declared state still claimed by Mogadishu
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'All the pressure' on Pakistan as USA out to inflict another T20 shock
Pakistan may bring back batsman Fakhar Zaman to replace Babar Azam who has been criticised for slow scoring
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EU warns Meta it must open up WhatsApp to rival AI chatbots
The EU sent Meta a formal antitrust warning, giving the company a chance to respond and defend itself
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PTI plans long march after Eid to secure Imran Khan’s release
Party sources say march will culminate at Adiala Jail where sit-in will continue until founder is released
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NEPRA rolls out new regulations abolishing net metering
Buyback rate for solar net generation likely to be reduced to Rs11 per unit; contract period reduced from 7 to 5 years
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Buttler calls McCullum 'as sharp a coach as I ever worked with'
He is desperate for success at the T20 World Cup in India
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UAE eye upset in T20 World Cup
They will begin their campaign against New Zealand
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Nepal’s grit wins applause
They suffered a narrow loss to England
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Pakistan, South Africa women T20I series to begin on Tuesday
This is their first tour for a bilateral series since 2021
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Walee group buys PSL Multan franchise for record fee of Rs2.45b
Walee group owner renames the franchise to Rawalpindi
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Iran says it could dilute enriched uranium if all sanctions are lifted
Iranian president says new talks will offer 'appropriate opportunity for a fair and balanced resolution of this case'
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UK Starmer loses second key aide in fallout from Mandelson-Epstein scandal
'I have decided to stand down to allow a new No.10 team to be built,' says communications chief Tim Allan
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Khawaja Asif blames Gulf visa restrictions on begging mafia
Alleges that staff from various government departments deployed at airports are equal partners in illicit business
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KSE-100 drops 1,789 points amid lingering uncertainties and weak sentiment
Stocks extend losses as selling pressure persists
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Senate adopts resolution demanding judicial probe of Islamabad suicide attack
NA passes resolution condemning attack, calls it assault on Constitution, national security and inter-sect harmony
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53 migrants dead or missing after boat capsizes off Libya, IOM says
Latest incident brings the number of migrants reported dead or missing on the route in 2026 to at least 484
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Massive fire engulfs textile factory in Rawalpindi’s Rawat Industrial Estate
Over 45 Rescue 1122 personnel with 13 vehicles battle large-scale blaze; cause unknown
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Pakistan’s Alpine Club seeks to boost mountaineering tourism
Khan outlined plans to improve modern infrastructure for domestic and international climbers
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Malinin keeps USA golden in Olympic figure skating team event
Japan finished one point behind in silver, while host nation Italy claimed bronze
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German envoy confronted at Lahore rights conference by pro-Palestine protester over Gaza conflict
Ambassador Ina Lepel was interrupted in a session on disability rights and did not answer questions on Gaza
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Liverpool improvement not reflected in results, says Slot
The English champions have won just one of their seven Premier League games in 2026
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Man City fight back to end Anfield hoodoo and reel in Arsenal
Haaland’s stoppage-time penalty seals a dramatic 2-1 win against Liverpool
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Moody’s revises Pakistan banking sector outlook from positive to stable
International credit rating agency projects Pakistan’s GDP growth at 3.5 per cent in 2026
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Real Madrid edge Valencia to stay on Barca's tail
Carreras’ first-half brilliance and Mbappe’s stoppage-time goal secured a hard-fought 2-0 victory for their side
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FCC dismisses FBR appeals, declares Section 7E unconstitutional
Court rules that all actions taken by FBR under Section 7E are unlawful
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Pakistan defeated an enemy five times larger than itself in Marka-e-Haq: DG ISPR
Senior officers from Pakistan Navy, Pakistan Air Force are also present alongside the DG ISPR during the briefing
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PSX extends bullish run, surges over 1,480 points
KSE-100 crosses 173,000-level on strong buying
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PAF displayed its unmatched capability, resilience, dominance in Marka-e-Haq, says air chief
Pakistan’s cyber 'Shaheens' destroyed enemy’s cyber security, delivering a humiliating defeat to Indian Air Force
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IHC adjourns £190m case hearing on Safdar’s request, sets May 20
NAB opposes adjournment of appeals, but court grants a final deadline for concluding arguments
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Ishaq Dar calls Marka-e-Haq a symbol of national unity, courage
'When the nation stands as one, no force on earth can shake its foundations,' Dar says
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CNS emphasises combat readiness in maritime domain
Admiral Naveed Ashraf stresses on acquiring niche, cutting-edge technologies as absolute strategic necessity for Navy
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Imran's counsel seeks delay in £190m appeal
Cites lack of access to client for instructions
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Senate panel flags security concerns
Sindh records 22% rape conviction rate, followed by Balochistan at 12% and K-P 6%
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Hopes rise for peace as Iran, US strike a conciliatory note
Trump says Iran deal 'very possible', but threatens strikes if not, PM Shehbaz sounds optimistic
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Armed forces vow 'stronger response' to any hostile design as Pakistan marks first anniversary of Marka-e-Haq
Reiterate commitment to defend Pakistan, say Marka-e-Haq has renewed national pride and strengthened resolve
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Pakistan turns to spot LNG market again
Fresh two-cargo tender issued amid summer power outage risk
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Power consumers set for Rs64b relief
Nepra has scheduled a hearing for May 19, after which a final decision regarding the relief will be made
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FBR to collect levies on petroleum products
Govt designates authority as collection agent of Petroleum Division for PDL, CSL
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Pakistan earns global trust, respect: PM
Paigham-i-Islam Conference awards title of 'Greatest Victorious General of the Century' to CDF Asim Munir
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Oil prices rise as investors weigh Middle East peace prospects
Brent crude futures were up 54 cents, or 0.5%, at $101.81 a barrel
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5G rollout in Aug, devices scarce
Telcos propose phones on installments; iPhone users to wait till 2027
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Gold surges Rs11,100 as global rally lifts prices
Climbs to Rs488,962/tola on around 3% jump internationally; rupee up
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Pakistan, US eye fair trade deal
Washington appreciates Islamabad's role in promoting regional stability
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FinMin launches capital market fund
Aurangzeb warns debt market has 'gone into reverse gear', calls for strategic reserves, green financing
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500MW floating solar project planned
$243.63 million project will generate about 861.91 gigawatt-hours of electricity annually
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Government to end untargeted subsidies
Assures IMF of Rs500b power subsidy to shift to BISP by January
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Minister vows swift CPF execution with provinces
Cheema assures World Bank of policy continuity, effective implementation of reforms
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Salt firm transitions to hybrid solar-battery system
Initiative will save 360,000 litres of diesel imports annually, ease pressure on forex
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ME peace deal hopes ignite strong PSX rally
Index rises staggering 6,962 points, crosses 170k after sharp oil price fall
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CPEC 2.0 to focus on green growth
Chinese consul says Gwadar to become regional trade hub as Iran lauds peace efforts
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Pakistan assures IMF to withdraw untargeted power subsidies in January
Agrees subsidies only through BISP; move would impact residential consumers using up to 300 units monthly
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PSX surges nearly 7,000 points as US‑Iran peace deal hopes lift investor sentiment
Overall trading volume increased to 1.20billion shares compared with Tuesday’s total of 453.2million
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Gold price jumps by Rs11,100 per tola in local market
Price of silver per tola increases by Rs223 in Pakistan
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Oil extends slide as Trump indicates possible Iran peace deal
Brent crude futures fell $1.89, or 1.7%, to $107.98 a barrel, after dropping 4% in previous session
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Rubio to meet Pope Leo as Trump keeps up attacks on pontiff
Closed-door meeting is expected to last about a half-hour, after which Rubio will also meet Vatican's top diplomat
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Trump’s reversal on reopening Strait of Hormuz came after backlash from ally: NBC report
Saudi Arabia reportedly suspended US military’s ability to use its bases and airspace
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Pair back in UK from virus-hit ship advised to self-isolate: officialsa
MV Hondius, where the outbreak happened, was off Cape Verde late Wednesday
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Batista helped broker Lula-Trump meeting,
Encounter between Lula and Trump has been in the works since January
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Cuba blasts 'dangerous' US threats of military action against island
'The threat of a military attack and the aggression itself are international crimes,' Rodriguez said
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Pioneering CNN founder Ted Turner dead at 87
Cable News Network upended established broadcasting with its dedication to around-the-clock breaking news
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Russia, Ukraine dual ceasefires falter
Moscow warns diplomatic missions to evacuate Kyiv staff
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India, Vietnam target $25b trade
Lam was earlier accorded a red-carpet welcome at the presidential palace
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Araghchi seeks 'new post-war' framework
China says will play 'greater role' in ending Mideast fighting
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Sarkozy escapes second ankle tag sentence
He has also received two definitive convictions in other cases
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Senior Hezbollah commander killed in Israel attack
Beirut and its southern suburbs had been spared Israeli attacks since April 8
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Gaza healthofficials say Israelistrikes kill six
Gaza remains gripped by daily violence as Israeli strikes continue
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Hopes rise for peace as Iran, US strike a conciliatory note
Trump says Iran deal 'very possible', but threatens strikes if not, PM Shehbaz sounds optimistic
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US forces disable Iranian-flagged unladen oil tanker amid blockade: CENTCOM
Vessel M/T Hasna is seen transiting international waters en route to an Iranian port in the Gulf of Oman, says CENTCOM
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UAE vows self-defense following reported Iranian missile attacks
'SC cannot remain a forum for repeating platitudes while violations continue in plain sight,' says UN envoy
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K-P’s young sailors defy odds to bring glory home
Hijab Ajmal demands government’s support, training facilities locally
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LIV sees hope for new sponsors
PIF said it will pull the plug on backing LIV once the season concludes
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FIFA invites Iran to headquarters
The body asked the FFIRI to visit its Zurich base by May 20
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US hotel bookings far behind expectations
Eighty percent of respondents reported hotel bookings
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Forest have history in their sights
Pereira's side will defend a 1-0 lead from the semi-final first leg
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Rahm eligible for Ryder Cup
The Spanish star settled outstanding penalties
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FIFA invites Iran to headquarters
The body asked the FFIRI to visit its Zurich base by May 20
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The Bradmans of Social Media
Unfiltered online criticism is becoming a serious threat to cricketers’ mental health
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Asia fans sweat on broadcast rights
China, India and Thailand are yet to confirm broadcast rights
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Simeone, Atletico at crossroads
They suffered a 1-0 defeat against Arsenal in the Champions League semifinal
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Infantino defends World Cup ticket prices
FIFA has faced searing criticism over the cost of World Cup tickets
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Injured Mbappe faces backlash
Sardinia trip sparks fan outrage, deepening tensions around his role
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Shaheen Afridi eyes WTC 2025–27 final
The Men in Green will be in action against Bangladesh in two-match Test series
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Man City held in six-goal Everton thriller
Arsenal five points clear at the top of the table
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Tennis stars criticise prize money
Sinner, Sabalenka and Gauff call for fairer pay









































































































