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Azerbaijan open to investing $2b in Pakistan
Aurangzeb says current Pak-Azerbaijan trade at $50m is not meeting potential
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Stocks pause amid profit-taking at highs
Early optimism fades; selling in heavyweights drags index down by 294 points
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Gold rally to slow next year
Morgan Stanley projects price to reach $4,800 by Q4 2026, highlights China demand
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Government finalises plan for gemstones statutory authority
New National Gemstones Policy proposes minimum export price to curb under-invoicing
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FBR suspends Islamabad property valuations after massive backlash
Tax authority pauses rates raised by up to 1,250% over fairness concerns
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Government weighs regulated adoption of GMO maize to boost yields, exports
Officials say biotech could raise farm productivity, food security
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Government readies ‘BEEP’ app to replace WhatsApp for official use
New platform offers secure, efficient and reliable communication across state institutions
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Government explores Djibouti route for Africa trade
LCCI, envoy discuss new markets on rising current account concerns
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Power consumers may get Rs0.71 per unit relief in January bills
CPPA seeks NEPRA approval for Nov fuel charge refund; hearing scheduled for Dec 31
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Full PIA sale approved after bidders reject government's role in airline's affairs
75% stake up for bidding next week, balance offered later at 12% premium
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National leaders vow to crush terrorism
President, PM pay tribute to martyrs of APS attack
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Pak rebuffs India's criticisms of constitutional tweaks
Pakistan's delegation at UN raises issue of Illegally Occupied Kashmir
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IHC defends division bench in plea against Justice Jahangiri
Court cites sensitivity of allegations over judge’s LLB degree
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Miyawaki forest planned in Multan
More than 400 trees have been planted at various WASA disposal stations across the city
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Three killed in traffic accidents amid dense fog
All injured were shifted to hospitals after receiving initial medical treatment
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42 proclaimed offenders held
Arrested offenders were linked to cases of murder, robbery, kidnapping, and various other heinous acts
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Muzaffargarh flood aid reviewed
Meeting focused on relief distribution, restoration of livelihoods and strengthening coordination mechanisms
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Punjab moves towards tough sanitation law with prison terms
Suthra Punjab Authority Bill discussed by provincial assembly committee
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Wildlife dept seizes 7,702 dead wild birds in Khanewal
The search led to the recovery of 4,304 sparrows, 3,200 mynas and teals, 196 ducks and two partridges, all found dead
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Seasonal influenza situation under control: minister
The minister said awareness workshops should also be organised in hospitals
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From Jahangir to Nur Jahan: restoration work underway at Shahdara Complex
Project aims to protect Mughal heritage and attract global tourists
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SHO sacked over negligence in DSP double murder case
Victims buried as unclaimed without postmortem, sparks departmental action
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Free apartments allotted to 720 labourers
Workers with disabilities to be accommodated on ground floor
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Child abuse cases rise in Punjab as convictions remain at just 1%
With a sluggish judicial system delaying justice, children across the province remain vulnerable to exploitation
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Only 47% of Pakistanis have access to safe drinking water
Experts urge coordinated action as water contamination fuels disease spread
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Pakistan, Tajikistan unite for cultural festival
First-ever joint cultural festival highlights art, music and shared traditions
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IHC stays Afghan citizen's deportation
Directs Ministry of SAFRON to decide PoR card cancellation request in one month
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Jaggery corn keeps capital hooked
Vendors say its enduring appeal lies in freshness, comfort and tradition
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Punjab tightens security ahead of Christmas and new year celebrations
Security measures include patrolling, CCTV surveillance and deployment of personnel
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Educators slam move to end regular employment
Associations warn move could erode public trust, lower salaries & impact pensions
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Schools hold tributes for APS martyrs
Events include one-minute silence, candlelight vigils, tableaux, prayers
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PA pays tribute to civilian martyrs of 1971
Offers Fateha for the martyrs of APS terrorist attack
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One killed, 14 injured in Larkana LPG cylinder blast
Poorly made cylinders are to blame
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SHC issues arrest guidelines for police
Orders closure of torture cells; FIA allowed to probe custodial death case
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Child protection effort unravels as father takes children back to footpath
One child still missing after being handed to begging ring
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Sindh Cabinet approves Rs5.8b package covering transport, police, welfare
Funding cleared for buses, policing, public awareness, social sectors
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SIU cops allegedly involved in selling seized drugs
Home minister orders inquiry, suspends DSP and sub-inspector
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Unsolicited advice to older people
71-year-old retiree shares hard-earned lessons on purpose, health, learning, planning for a fulfilling life after work
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Politics of fear and US war on Muslim civic life
US governors brand Muslim groups as “terrorists” without authority, escalating Islamophobic politics into state action
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Termez Dialogue, Pakistan and linking South & Central Asia
Doha’s Termez Dialogue pushes Afghan connectivity, ignores terrorism concerns
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Water urgency
Karachi’s water crisis, a daily disaster as K-IV delays, mismanagement leaves the city parched
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Myopic Taliban
Taliban skip key Tehran peace conference, isolating Kabul, undermining regional efforts tackling terrorism
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Token rate cut
SBP cut rates to 10.5%, shifting focus to growth, critics warn, may fuel inflation
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Interior ministry rejects reports of Pakistanis being deported from UAE
Govt says no country- or sect-specific deportations are being carried out from the UAE under routine laws
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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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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









































































































