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NFC: addressing the politicised elephant in the room
Provinces receive rising transfers while federation bears debt pressure, stabilisation costs
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Pakistan found stability, but growth didn’t show up
Lower inflation, a steadier exchange rate eased pressure, but weak investment kept growth low and uneven
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Pakistan’s bazaar economy runs the country while staying off the books
Wholesale, retail trade sits at heart of informality, has sizable share in jobs
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Over 10,000 people displaced in three days in Sudan: UN
3,100 people were displaced from the famine-stricken city of Kadugli in South Kordofan
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Prices spiral as 2025 ends
Pulses, vegetables, fruit, meat and flour become unaffordable
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Encroachments choke Sector G-8
Residents accuse CDA and ITP of inaction despite mounting complaints
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Antiquities from 2nd century BC unearthed
Findings at Bhir Mound highlight Taxila's role as an early urban centre in South Asia
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PPP lawyers forum leader resigns
Malik Asad Nawaz Advocate quits PPP and PLF, calling 27th amendment unconstitutional
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Winter magic boosts Ayubia tourism
Visitors enjoy snow games, horse rides, chairlift tours and scenic photography
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Crime still haunts Rawalpindi
While overall crime rates decline, property-related offences persist
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Tender being sought for water projects
Schemes to add up to 55m gallons per day through dams and network remodelling
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Gun attack kills man, injures cop
Unidentified gunman opens fire near Shakarparian's Open Air Theatre
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M-Tag mandatory for Islamabad entry
System aims to streamline traffic, enhance security and support digital vehicle records
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Groom, brother dead in revenge attack on wedding
Victim's mother injured in firing by Jatoi tribe on Mahars
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Chhipa says it has lifted 847 road crash victims' bodies
Gun violence has claimed 415 lives, 90 suspected robbers killed, 15 suspects have been lynched
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1st female SBP governor laid to rest
Dr Shamshad Akhtar was laid to rest on Saturday at Mewa Shah Graveyard beside her mother
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Daytime gas supply cut sparks public anger
Three-day unannounced shutdown and low pressure disrupt households and industries
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Illegal structures razed in GR Colony
Action follows lawyer's murder by alleged encroachers
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Vulnerable populations trapped in systemic neglect
With provision of electricity, sanitation, safe housing still a dream, locals suffering neglect
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Tableeghi Ijtima ends with call for shunning hate, negativity
Speakers emphasised preparation for hereafter, regular prayers, seeking forgiveness, respecting others' rights
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Aalmi Urdu Conference concludes
Four-day moot encapsulates diverse colours of literature and fine arts
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Old building's plaster falls, injures watchman
Residents of building rushed to shut its doors, in fear of structure being sealed by Sindh Building Control Authority
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Mayor seeks middle path on stray dogs
Parents whose children canines mauled demand culling; animal lovers oppose it
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Wife emerges as prime accused in pastor's murder case
Hitmen hired for Rs3.3m; religious motives ruled out after probe
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Lyallpur's legacy revived through heritage murals
Faisalabad authorities launch wall art project featuring historic, national icons
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Air quality monitoring lacks scientific backing
With a climate observatory emissions inventory in pipeline, smog control policies continue to rely on outdated data
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Police deny kite string injury in city
Motorcyclist admitted to surgical ward
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Chicken meat hits Rs680 in markets despite fixed rates
Small cuts in onions, a few vegetables offered little relief as poultry garlic prices kept climbing
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Smog blanket over Punjab thickens
Hospitals swarmed by air pollution victims
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Locals demand recovery of UoP students
Protesters covered their mouths with black bands, held placards highlighting grievances
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Shopkeeper's fight against plastic bags
Fazal Rabbi sets a small but meaningful example by banning plastic shopping bags
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Cold wave tightens grip on mountainous districts
Residents struggle as temperatures plunge to sub-zero
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2025 leaves K-P scarred by terror
A year marked by suicide attacks, leadership changes, and deepening instability comes to a close
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APTA demands upgradation for primary schoolteachers
Calls on cabinet to approve regularisation of teachers, warns of protest being planned next year if demands unmet
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Zelenskiy meeting Trump in Florida for talks on Ukraine peace plan
The US president said he will call Putin again after meeting with Zelenskiy
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Three-year-old critically injured after being mauled by security guard's pet dog in Pattoki
Child shifted to Lahore as police register case against security guard
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Iran puts three satellites into orbit from Russian launch site
Paya, Iran’s 150kg AI imaging satellite, leads trio; Zafar-2 academic-built, Kowsar 1.5 private
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China's ancient opera finds a young heartbeat
From pre-dawn drills to subsidised stages, a new generation is rescuing six-century-old Kunqu from the brink
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Stellan Skarsgard says doesn't impress his son
Actor emphasises positive side of his relationships with his children
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Cinema legend Brigitte Bardot dies
Actor breathed her last at the age of 91
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Saba Qamar rebuts case over police uniform
Actor describes plea as an attempt to gain publicity using her fame
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Mahira and Fahad wrap shooting of their new film
Fans eager to see the two major stars together on screen
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Whispers of a star wedding spur fan frenzy online
Social media speculation links Sajal Aly and Hamza Sohail with a 2026 wedding
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'Screen Locked' sparks debate on digital fad
Creators warn Pakistan cannot ignore the mental health cost of screen dependence
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Senate resolution lauds armed forces
House pays tribute to CDF Field Marshal Munir for his courageous leadership
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Expats may get relief in PTA phone taxes
Minister said different tax rates had been fixed for different mobile phone models
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Pakistan, Qatar discuss Mideast peace
Both leaders agreed to maintain close communication and coordination on all issues of mutual interest
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Araghchi briefs Dar on his China visit
Araghchi also thanked Pakistan for facilitating the repatriation of Iranian nationals from the seized vessels earlier
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Pakistan set for $200m IMF resilience fund
IMF board is likely to take up Pakistan-related matters in an important meeting scheduled for Friday
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FCC upholds termination in quota case
Chief Justice further observed that the unlawful appointments had been made by the relevant institutions
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PTI leaders denied meeting with Imran in Adiala
Govt defends medical care for PTI founder, wife
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PM vows sustained push for G-B, AJK development
Sets deadline for 100MW solar scheme
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FO stresses diplomacy in ties with India
Expects Iran-US deal 'sooner rather than later'
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Armed forces vow swift response to any aggression
DG ISPR warns against testing Pak resolve, AVM Ghazi says PAF-IAF tally stands at 8-0
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DGK school roof collapse kills four children
DGK school roof collapse kills four children
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Federal govt loses key tax case
FCC strikes down Section 7E of Income Tax Ordinance
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AJKHC stays POS system for hotels
AJKHC stays POS system order on hotels
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Oil prices jump on renewed US-Iran hostilities
Brent crude futures were up $1.20, or 1.2%, at $101.26 a barrel
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Saudi assures continued energy support
Both sides exploring refinery upgradation projects as technical talks progress
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Telecom sector seeks budget tax relief
Proposals include lower withholding tax, customs duty abolition on 5G equipment
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Bill penalising borrowers deferred
NA panel delays powers for banks to take over defaulter's property after first notice
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'Illicit cigarettes cost Rs350b a year'
Weak enforcement, not lack of laws, fuels informal trade, minister told
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PSX stays bullish, nears 173,000
KSE-100 index adds 1,190 points over easing US-Iran tensions
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LCCI presents budget proposals to FinMin
Chamber urges end to policy instability, restoration of final tax regime
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Cannabis control body plans Rs200m renovation
Funding required to operationalise facilities in building taken over from S&T ministry
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Record 4,082 companies registered in April
The total number of registered companies has reached 294,101
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Foreign reserves rise by $23m
Gold climbs to Rs496,762 per tola amid global rally
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SBP purchases $27b in 3.5 years
Governor defends rate hike; economy seen growing over 4% in third quarter
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Gold price rises by Rs7,800 per tola in local market
Price of 10 grams of gold in Pakistan increases by Rs6,687
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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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Trump says ceasefire still holds after fighting between the US and Iran flares
Iran's top joint military command accuses US of violating ceasefire by targeting an Iranian oil tanker, another ship
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World awaits Iran response to peace deal
Iran accused the United States of violating a ceasefire by targeting two ships at the Strait of Hormuz
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Trump gives EU until July 4 to ratify deal or face tariff hike
US president said he spoke to EU chief Ursula von der Leyen about the issue
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BJP political aide killed in West Bengal
At least five people have been killed since announcement of state election results
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Israel strikes across Lebanon
Ceasefire in war between Hezbollah, Israel began on April 17, but combat has largely not stopped in southern Lebanon
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China's two ex-defence ministers get suspended death sentences
They also appeared regularly on television along with other officials
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Disney cruise staff among 28 arrested in child exploitation investigation
Disney cruise staff among 28 arrested in child exploitation probe during U.S. Customs operation at sea ports
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Pakistan, Qatar reaffirm commitment to facilitate ongoing efforts to ensure lasting regional peace
Qatar premier expresses 'deep appreciation' for Pakistan’s continued efforts to bring peace and stability to region
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Iran says no final decision yet on US proposal conveyed through Pakistan
Spokesperson says Iran will communicate its conclusions to Pakistan after internal assessments
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Lebanon, Israel to hold new talks in Washington May 14-15: US
Israeli strike kills top Hamas official's son in Gaza
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Rubio tells Pope Leo 'great' to meet at Vatican amid tensions with Trump
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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No ships pass through Strait of Hormuz in last 24 hours amid rising security risks
Halt comes after reported attacks on Chinese tanker, French vessels & Iran's new transit rules for strategic waterway
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Israeli army blocks access to rocket-tracking system over Iran leak fears, local media reports
Local Israeli officials complain ban to Shual system left them ‘working under enemy fire without vital tool’
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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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Real Madrid face Clasico amid chaos
Alvaro Arbeloa's side trail the reigning champions by 11 points
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F1 and Sky agree five-year extensions
The UK and Ireland deal will now run through the 2034 season
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Vingegaard begins bid for Giro-Tour double
He is the clear favourite for the Giro
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Badminton looks to future
The BWF said it will trial synthetic shuttlecocks at lower-grade tournaments
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Roma's Champions League return back on
Juventus and AC Milan are also hoping to finish Serie A as top four
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Williamson named in NZ squad for Ireland, England Tests
Will Young left out in favour of Henry Nicholls
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Holders PSG edge Bayern Munich
They will face undefeated Arsenal in the Champions League final
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Pakistan to take on Bangladesh in 1st Test from tomorrow
The two-match series will commence at the Sher-e-Bangla Stadium in Dhaka
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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












































































































