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Pakistan ends 2025 not as a state reacting to events, but as one increasingly shaping them

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Prime minister emphasises need for maintaining unity within the Muslim Ummah amid various challenges

Finance Ministry releases 240-page Economic Governance Reforms report, detailing poor governance, critical corruption

Jaishankar and Ayaz Sadiq hold brief conversation; Analysts caution against reading too much into episode

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Four modern facilities to be set up as existing ports will reach full capacity by 2040

KSE-100 index loses 418 points, driven down by profit-taking

Ufone-Telenor merged company to optimise spectrum, expand network capabilities

Allows 35% dollar retention for exporters; long-term buy-back contracts planned

Punjab bears bulk of flood losses as high costs squeeze farmers

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De-dollarisation induced central banks, crypto giants behind record run

Minister says no shortage of wheat in country, reviews province wise sowing

Total relief estimated at Rs5.6b; NEPRA concludes hearing on fuel cost revision

Mini budget looms as six-month revenue collection rises at slower pace of 10%

Clooney confirms Brad Pitt, Matt Damon, Julia Roberts and Don Cheadle will return

Ticket sales at Trump-Kennedy Center decline after new board of directors takes over

Board leans towards Netflix tie-up despite Ellison guarantee and $108.4bn offer

The gruelling path of Cambodia's classical dancers

Asim hails his 'best and toughest year'

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From experimental highs to a quest for stability, Pakistani cinema navigates a delicate path in 2025

Experts say so-called hybrid system will further consolidate grip on power in new year

Afridi says in 2026, judiciary will pursue reforms aimed at improving accessibility, reducing delay, more transparency

Highligths issue via adjournment motion in Punjab PA

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FM's tour comes at the invitation of his Chinese counterpart

Commission to discuss interview process, FCC judges on Jan 12

Media groups forced to shut down as government policies tighten

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Prime minister hailed the nation's resilience and paid tribute to its martyrs

Agri varsity raises mustard with zero erucic acid

Most refusals recorded in Cantt, Hussainabad, Preetabad, Qasimabad, Tando Jam

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Murad Shah says 2026 to land Karachi among the world's most livable urban centres

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PMD's forecast of cold snap brings out jackets, mufflers and winter cheer

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Health department's 'apathy' blamed for stalling project

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Van collides head-on with university bus while overtaking tractor-trolley

Trade, pilgrimages tourism hit by bilateral conflict

As people flock to scenic north, weatherman warns of travel risks

House pays tribute to CDF Field Marshal Munir for his courageous leadership

Minister said different tax rates had been fixed for different mobile phone models

Both leaders agreed to maintain close communication and coordination on all issues of mutual interest

Araghchi also thanked Pakistan for facilitating the repatriation of Iranian nationals from the seized vessels earlier

IMF board is likely to take up Pakistan-related matters in an important meeting scheduled for Friday

Chief Justice further observed that the unlawful appointments had been made by the relevant institutions

Govt defends medical care for PTI founder, wife

Sets deadline for 100MW solar scheme

Expects Iran-US deal 'sooner rather than later'

DG ISPR warns against testing Pak resolve, AVM Ghazi says PAF-IAF tally stands at 8-0

DGK school roof collapse kills four children

FCC strikes down Section 7E of Income Tax Ordinance

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AJKHC stays POS system order on hotels

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Both sides exploring refinery upgradation projects as technical talks progress

Proposals include lower withholding tax, customs duty abolition on 5G equipment

NA panel delays powers for banks to take over defaulter's property after first notice

Weak enforcement, not lack of laws, fuels informal trade, minister told

KSE-100 index adds 1,190 points over easing US-Iran tensions

Chamber urges end to policy instability, restoration of final tax regime

Funding required to operationalise facilities in building taken over from S&T ministry

The total number of registered companies has reached 294,101

Gold climbs to Rs496,762 per tola amid global rally

Governor defends rate hike; economy seen growing over 4% in third quarter

Price of 10 grams of gold in Pakistan increases by Rs6,687

Brent crude futures were up 54 cents, or 0.5%, at $101.81 a barrel

Telcos propose phones on installments; iPhone users to wait till 2027

Climbs to Rs488,962/tola on around 3% jump internationally; rupee up

Washington appreciates Islamabad's role in promoting regional stability

Iran accused the United States of violating a ceasefire by targeting two ships at the Strait of Hormuz

US president said he spoke to EU chief Ursula von der Leyen about the issue

At least five people have been killed since announcement of state election results

Ceasefire in war between Hezbollah, Israel began on April 17, but combat has largely not stopped in southern Lebanon

They also appeared regularly on television along with other officials

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Disney cruise staff among 28 arrested in child exploitation probe during U.S. Customs operation at sea ports

Qatar premier expresses 'deep appreciation' for Pakistan’s continued efforts to bring peace and stability to region

Spokesperson says Iran will communicate its conclusions to Pakistan after internal assessments

Israeli strike kills top Hamas official's son in Gaza

Closed-door meeting ​is expected to last about a half-hour, after which Rubio will also meet Vatican's top ⁠diplomat

Halt comes after reported attacks on Chinese tanker, French vessels & Iran's new transit rules for strategic waterway

Local Israeli officials complain ban to Shual system left them ‘working under enemy fire without vital tool’

Saudi Arabia reportedly suspended US military’s ability to use its bases and airspace

Israeli army continues daily attacks violating truce announced in April

Alvaro Arbeloa's side trail the reigning champions by 11 points

The UK and Ireland deal will now run through the 2034 season

He is the clear favourite for the Giro

The BWF said it will trial synthetic shuttlecocks at lower-grade tournaments

Juventus and AC Milan are also hoping to finish Serie A as top four

Will Young left out in favour of Henry Nicholls

They will face undefeated Arsenal in the Champions League final

The two-match series will commence at the Sher-e-Bangla Stadium in Dhaka

Hijab Ajmal demands government’s support, training facilities locally

PIF said it will pull the plug on backing LIV once the season concludes

The body asked the FFIRI to visit its Zurich base by May 20

Eighty percent of respondents reported hotel bookings

Pereira's side will defend a 1-0 lead from the semi-final first leg

The Spanish star settled outstanding penalties

The body asked the FFIRI to visit its Zurich base by May 20