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PSW, Alibaba.com push digital trade shift
Seminar highlights online export tools, streamlined documentation for small traders and industries
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Gems sector seeks value-addition
Industry warns billions are lost to raw exports, outdated mining, smuggling
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FBR seizes 2.75m kg of non-duty-paid tobacco
Estimated evaded duty on the seized goods is approximately Rs1.1 billion
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Govt, industry flag deep economic strains
Aurangzeb cites IMF-driven reforms as businesses warn of crippling energy costs and collapsing investment
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Industries demand urgent revival of rail freight
Transporter strike paralyses cargo, SAI warns of rising port charges, missed deadlines
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Circular debt blocks $1b gas field investment
Mari Energies warns Ghazi Ghaisakhori development cannot proceed without assured offtake, timely payments
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IMF cuts power subsidies to Rs893b
ECC approves higher Rs522b circular debt flow despite Fund's Rs400b ceiling
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In the gaze of a 4,000-year-old monkey
Among the thousands of Indus artefacts, a diminutive seated monkey stands out for its mastery and mystery.
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The brilliant disorder of the digital literary world
What once belonged to cafés, classrooms, and literary clubs now unfolds on WhatsApp, Facebook and YouTube
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A memoir of grit and genius
Hollywood’s most lovable star finally reveals his best-kept secrets in his memoir that fans have waited for
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The end of useful climate diplomacy?
COP30’s delusion marks a turning point for the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change
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When access decides ability
How lived experience, corporate shifts and design failures shape opportunity for persons with disabilities in Pakistan
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Pakistan’s quiet gaming rise
From small rooms to global studios, talent, trust, and payments are reshaping how Pakistani developers work globally
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America’s ideological shift
Trump’s National Security Strategy abandons global leadership for transactional alliances, and economic nationalism
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Peter Greene, 'Pulp Fiction' star, found dead in NYC
Actor was lying on floor, facedown with blood strewn everywhere, says neighbour
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Josh Hutcherson nearly played iconic role before 'Hunger Games'
Revelation offers rare glimpse into often unpredictable nature of film industry
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Disney's 'Zootopia 2' set to join $1b box office club
Film features returning character Judy Hopps
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TikTok hosts first Creator Day in Pakistan
The event brought together creators across entertainment, sports, food, and learning for training sessions
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RDA proposes Rs800m underpass at 9th Avenue
Project aims to ease chronic traffic congestion at twin cities' key entry and exit point
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Murree residents face firewood crisis
Local communities have called for the immediate restoration of the subsidised firewood supply to their UCs
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CCD 'encounter' leaves torture accused dead
Viral videos showing extreme torture of young men had sparked public outrage
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Hair-cutting case falters as TikToker vanishes
Court warns police, extends interim bail of accused Sana Bibi, Jabbar Khan until Dec 18
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Exam boards begin key appointments in Punjab
Interested education officers have been asked to submit online applications by December 31
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Body found in airline's office
Day old body of Irfan Baig, Airport Services Manager for Thai Air, was discovered in airline's office
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Petition filed over Benazir's images in Indian movie
PPP worker challenges unauthorised use of images of Shaheed Benazir Bhutto, PPP flags in Dhurandhar trailer
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Pakistan's first AI-driven film set to premiere in city
The 50-minute film, 'The Next Salahuddin,' focuses on Gaza's current struggles
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'Vaccine shortfall could force patients to streets'
Pakistan to start local production with China's help, says Federal Health Minister Mustafa Kamal
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Tenants confess to murdering landlord over unpaid rent
Body of 65-year-old Asma recovered from bushes; victim allegedly killed by her tenants, a couple, over unpaid rent
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Fishermen protest detention of Pakistanis in India
President of Coastal Media notes that over 130 Pakistani fishermen from Karachi, Badin, Thatta, currently imprisoned
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National Games conclude with glittering finale
Bilawal Zardari hails the event as symbol of unity and national pride
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Four CCD men injured in encounter
Personnel injured during raid in Layyah district to arrest proclaimed offender Iqrar Hussain
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One killed, three injured in four alleged encounters
CPO directs officers to step up action against criminals involved in robbery, drug peddling, street crime
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Faisalabad rolls out citywide road safety, infrastructure plan
Six major arteries to get complete signage as MC accelerates development initiatives
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Whistleblower drive to curb poaching
Campaign offers cash reward to citizens who provide accurate, verifiable information
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Two young motorcyclists die in road crash
18-year-old Shaban, 21-year-old Yousaf killed in accident on Raiwind-Manga road
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Proceedings in PM's defamation suit adjourned
Court adjourned hearing of Rs10 billion defamation suit against PTI founder after defendant's counsel failed to appear
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Oil depot near school faces PHC challenge over safety risks
Petition alleges that depot lacks No Objection Certificates, has also led to the spread of diseases in the area
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Conviction of former DG ISI: political impact
Faiz ruling signifies hybrid regime's rigid boundaries, isolates PTI
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After Faiz
After Gen. Faiz’s conviction, Imran Khan remains central in Pakistan’s unfolding power struggle
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Together culturally, divorced politically
Once-thriving Indo-Pak literary, cultural exchanges fade, leaving a vacuum calling for renewal
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Slow death
Air pollution decreases Pakistan’s life expectancy by years, threatens decades of public health advances
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DNA ruling
Top court upholds consent in DNA testing, urges legal safeguards balancing privacy with justice
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IMF conditionalities
IMF funding steadies Pakistan’s economy, exposes domestic failures that make bailouts inevitable
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Dear saviours
Language of crisis, salvation keeps power intact, not accountable
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Govt pushes ahead with Basant revival, imposes strict kite laws
Kite registration rules, motorbike safety requirements finalised
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Sindh govt to release 'Mera Lyari' film to counter propaganda in Indian movie 'Dhurandhar'
Sharjeel Memon calls Indian film part of broader conspiracy, says Lyari is not violence but culture, peace and talent
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Households continue to exploit child labour
Despite legal safeguards, thousands of children are still engaged in domestic work behind closed doors
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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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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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Hostage-taking at German bank over, no one hurt: police
The standoff began at 9 a.m. after suspects intercepted an armoured van at a bank branch
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Fact check: Viral video of missile attack is not linked to Mideast tensions, shows 2024 Ukraine strike on Russia
Viral video wrongly claimed missile strikes on Dubai, Iran amid ongoing Mideast tensions
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Rubio says US should get Iran response today
'The hope is it’s something that can put us into a serious process of negotiation,' US state secretary says
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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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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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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











































































































