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More women voting
Despite increased female voter registration in Pakistan, declining turnout signals need for greater social change
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Another conviction
Despite legal merit, Imran's Toshakhana-2 conviction tainted by politically motivated campaign
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When the ship reaches the shore
Hafiz, Ghalib's poetry on suffering as a way of knowing, practising mindfulness in calamity
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PTI founder strikes a defiant tone
Imran says he won't budge from his stand
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Winter's first rain breaks dry spell in Quetta
Citizens welcome change in weather
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PMD signs deal to set up automatic weather stations
High-tech sensor-equipped AWS systems are being installed in Pakistan for the first time
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How Hindutva hollowed out India’s secular promise
When a leading politician pulls a Muslim woman’s hijab in public, it is not a casual act
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Violence without touch
Digital violence is emerging as one of the least visible yet most pervasive threats facing women in Pakistan
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A wedding, at any cost
From thirty-function celebrations to drone shows and designer stages, extravagance has become normalised.
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Locals to vacate Tirah ahead of operation
Military operation is expected to last approximately two months, after which families will begin phased returns
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Afridi seeks timely NFC payment from Centre
Says tourism-led growth will create jobs; warns delays in federal payments are hampering uplift
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Mama Qadeer Baloch passes away
His death marks the end of a life dedicated to patient, nonviolent activism
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Wildlife dept seizes over 100 desert lizards
The suspect was in possession of more than 100 desert lizards, locally known as sandda
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Death penalty for man convicted of child abduction-rape
The accused had abducted the minor while she was playing outside her home Saddar Police Station, Dunyapur area
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Thal varsity campus descends into chaos after student clash
Two-hour confrontation forces suspension of classes, expose security lapse
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Court cancels DSP's bail in double murder case
Investigators said fresh evidence had strengthened the prosecution's case
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Doctor dismissed amid probe
The senior registrar on duty supervised the treatment, during which an argument started between the doctors
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Ichhra gold heist suspect faces seventh FIR
The new case has been registered at Ichhra police station on her complaint
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World Book Fair draws thousands of readers
After year-long wait, event once again captivated citizens from Karachi, visitors from other cities in Sindh
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'Provinces should not suffer for FBR's failures'
PAC Chairman Khuhro opposes NFC cuts, urges federal delegation of tax powers to Sindh
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Ayaz Melo illuminates Sindhi literature
Writers, thinkers delve into culture, human rights, the evolving role of AI in creative arts
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Brazen daylight robberies shake Karachi
Gold, valuables looted in Surjani Town; mobile shop looters held in DHA
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Karachi's e-marking system fails, delays intermediate results by six months
Checkers cite vague payment terms, time-consuming procedures
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'Christmas Family Gala' celebrates harmony
Event brings together journalists and dignitaries to celebrate festive occasion
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Capital police strengthen security framework in 2025
Over 6,000 personnel oversaw parliamentary sessions, int'l delegations and mega events
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Special children's school in Rawalpindi faces closure risk
The institute does not have its own government building and operates from rented premises
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New committee to probe RDA graft case
Fact-finding committee fails to submit report after seven months; fresh inquiry ordered
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China pioneers commercial use of supercritical CO2 power generation
The sintering process can generate over 70m kWh yearly, earning about 30m yuan, the firm said
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Met Office forecasts rain in Islamabad, snow in northern areas
PMD says cold and partly cloudy weather is likely to persist across most parts of country
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Karachi municipal commissioner barred from flying abroad at last minute
Afzal Zaidi scheduled to travel to Istanbul on Turkish Airlines, FIA immigration officials denied him clearance
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Netanyahu plans to brief Trump on possible new Iran strikes, NBC News reports
Sources said Trump and Netanyahu are expected to meet later this month at Trump’s Mar-a-Lago estate in Florida
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PHC rules protective bail for K-P CM, PTI leaders only applies to court appearances, not protests
Court clarifies bail cannot be used to participate in anti-state activities
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Eight suspects busted in crackdown on extortion rackets in Karachi
SIU claims 95% success in tracing extortion cases, making over 90 arrests in 2025
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Excise Department to collect garbage tax from January in Rawalpindi
Garbage tax bills to be issued from January 10 and non-payment to invite cases and arrests
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Three Afghan migrants die of cold while trying to cross into Iran
The migrants tried to enter Iran on Wednesday but were stopped by Afghan border forces
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'Resistance, not reconciliation': Politicos at National Conference urge PTI to lead struggle
Lawyers criticised what they termed marginalisation of judiciary, while journalists spoke out against the PECA Act
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ATC hands 10-year jail terms to Yasmin Rashid, Omar Cheema, and other PTI leaders in May 9 cases
Judge Arshad Javed delivered the verdicts in two separate cases in which vehicles and container were set ablaze
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Sinkholes highlight the cost of poor planning in Lahore
Over the past three years, more than 100 road collapsing incidents have been reported in Lahore
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Seven elephants killed in India train accident
The driver hit emergency brakes, but the elephants charged toward the oncoming train
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Imran says justice avenues shut, calls on supporters to prepare for street movement
PTI founder says he would not 'budge an inch' from his stance, vows to fight for public freedom
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Punjab advances e-taxi initiative as selection phase begins
To date, the government has received more than 66,000 registrations, with over 28,000 applications under verification
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US hits ISIS in Syria with large retaliatory strikes, officials say
Trump said Syria backed the strikes and the US was delivering “very serious retaliation,” he posted.
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“Don’t put the burden of completing you on someone else,” Mawra Hocane on a healthy marriage
The 'Jama Taqseem' actor shares her views on relationships, self-fulfilment and life after marriage
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Gold moves further out of public reach as prices extend rally
Price of gold per tola rose by Rs1,300 to Rs456,162
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Iran executes architecture student accused of spying for Israel’s Mossad
27-year-old allegedly confessed, becomes 10th person executed on espionage charges since June this year
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Pakistan High Commission in London marks first anniversary of Marka-e-Haq
Pakistani community in UK pays glowing tributes to armed forces, political leadership and nation
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Alleged drug cases reported in 58 Pakistani universities in 2025
HEC officials say formal monitoring system introduced to curb drug use and smoking in institutions
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Dar seeks Singapore help for return of 11 Pakistanis held on US-seized vessels
He seeks to secure return of 20 Iranian seafarers also aboard vessels near Singaporean waters
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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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PSX plunges over 1,700 points as investors book gains
KSE-100 index closes at 171,115 points as market witnessed typical profit-taking session on Friday after recent rally
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Gold prices decline by Rs2,700 in local market as silver rises
Price of silver per tola increases by Rs80 to Rs8,525 in Pakistan
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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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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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'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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Vatican's careful words on Pope-Rubio meeting imply deep Trump tensions
Vatican says two leaders 'renewed the shared commitment to fostering good bilateral relations'
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What the US, China want from Trump’s Beijing visit
Tariff truce, trade restrictions, Iran war to figure prominently in high-stakes Xi-Trump summit
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UAE air defences intercept two Iranian missiles and three drones, defence ministry says
Iran says redirects US-sanctioned oil Ocean Koi tanker to its shores
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Hostage situation unfolds at German bank as police launch operation
Police spokesperson says they could not yet rule out the presence of multiple perpetrators or additional hostages
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Pope Leo, after Rubio meeting, asks God to inspire leaders to calm tensions
Pope asks worshippers to pray global governments turn away from violence
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UK's Starmer vows to fight on after Labour punished in local polls
Labour lost support in areas including traditional strongholds of central, northern England, some parts of London
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Indonesia volcanic eruption kills three hikers: officials
Seven people safe, 10 missing in off-limits volcanic area after activity increases
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Russia, Ukraine trade major attacks ahead of Kremlin's WWII celebrations
Ukraine says Russia lobbed more than 850 strikes with drones, more than 140 strikes on Kyiv's frontline positions
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WHO warns of more hantavirus cases in 'limited' outbreak
Says given incubation period of the virus, which can be up to 6 weeks, more cases may be reported
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Child deaths mount from Bangladesh measles outbreak
Last year, vaccine coverage was only 59%, but 95% coverage of children is needed to ensure herd immunity
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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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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












































































































