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Monsoon rains, flooding worsen plastic waste crisis
WWF-Pakistan says plastic waste clogs drainage systems, leading to waterlogging
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Rickshaw driver turns approver in Sidra murder case
Court extends remand of six suspects as postmortem confirms strangulation
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Police disperse sit-in of govt employees
K-P government had announced a 15 per cent disparity allowance based on the 2017 initial basic pay
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Gandapur vows FATF reply, slams India
Gandapur reiterated that India has historically been involved in promoting terrorism in Pakistan and across South Asia
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Taliban seek time as Jirga pushes peace
First Bajaur talks end; PTM march faces crackdown
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Assembly forms law & order panel
Lawmakers unite across party lines on security
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PTI to submit CCTV footage of police raids
Court to examine surveillance clips as evidence of alleged harassment ahead of August 5 protest
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Spain air-drops 12 tonnes of food into famine-hit Gaza
Spain dropped 24 parachutes with 12 tonnes of food, enough for 11,000 people, said Foreign Minister Albares
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Exceptionalism versus state credibility
Rhetoric on the rule of law becomes meaningless when protectors of state lands ally with lawbreakers and land grabbers
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The wish guru
Countries nursing old colonial wounds are particularly vulnerable to this transformation
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Democracy vs monarchy
Democracy is often described as a government of the people, by the people, for the people
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Poppy cultivation
The potential export market to pharmaceuticals is massive
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Unchanged interest rate
Monetary policy cannot operate in isolation
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Mass sentencing
This tendency of intolerance from the government is unacceptable and it is surely not acting as a political entity
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The urgency of reforming madrassa system
Children deserve better, they deserve an education that teaches both faith and reason, both discipline and empathy
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Trump moves nuclear submarines after statements by former Russian president
Trump warned Russia to agree to a Ukraine ceasefire in 10 days or face tariffs, sparking taunts with Medvedev
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PM orders upgradation of Met Office's early warning system
At least 295 people have so far lost their lives and over 700 others have sustained injuries, says NDMA chairman
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Islamabad Express derails on Pindi-Karachi route
Five coaches overturn, four dragged off track; PM directs immediate rescue operation
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APC calls for abolishing SIFC, 26th Amendment, creating new 'Charter of Democracy'
Alliance also calls for international action on key issues, demands accountability for Netanyahu's war crimes
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Properties of 120 PTI lawmakers, workers forfeited in May 9 cases
Faisalabad court forfeited properties of 90 convicts, while 30 others had their properties forfeited by Sargodha court
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Rickshaw driver turns approver in Sidra murder case
Rickshaw driver confesses and reveals jirga’s role in deciding the murder
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Two dozen dengue cases surface in Rawalpindi
District administration scrambles to implement emergency plan after unexpected spike in cases
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Imran's sons await visa approval, says Aleema Khan
Sources in interior ministry deny any visa application is under consideration
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FO slams India's 'Operation Mahadev' as 'entirely fabricated'
Spokesperson says claims are false and reflect a dangerous bid to justify unprovoked aggression against Pakistan
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Punjab to remain in the grip of climate events
The province has seen a 30 to 36 per cent increase in rainfall this season compared to previous years
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SHC suspends ombudsman's order against KE CEO
Rules that provincial ombudsman lacks jurisdiction over complaints involving inter-provincial institutions
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PSX surges to new heights, breaks 140k barrier
US-Pakistan oil exploration deal boosts energy stocks
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UN says over 1,300 Palestinians killed seeking aid in Gaza since May
Gaza civil defence says 11 killed by Israeli fire, including 2 near aid site, amid strikes on Friday
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US, India begin trade talks after 25% tariff by Trump
Nearly $40b worth of exports from India could be impacted
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Google unveils Gemini 2.5 Deep Think, its most advanced AI model yet
Google's Gemini 2.5 Deep Think uses multi-agent systems for enhanced AI reasoning, providing detailed solutions
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Renowned advocate Shamsul Islam shot dead in Karachi
The lawyer was on footsteps of Quran Academy in DHA Phase VI when an armed man opened fire at him
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Liverpool’s 2025-26 kits celebrate tradition with new touches
Liverpool’s 2025-26 kits, marking their third partnership with Adidas, feature a tribute to Jota and classic designs
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Max Verstappen confirms he’s racing with Red Bull in 2026
Verstappen’s confirmation ends speculation about his future with Red Bull amid ongoing contract talks
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Yu Zidi, 12, becomes youngest-ever medallist at World Aquatics Championships
China’s Zidi won bronze in relay swimming, setting a historic milestone for young swimmers
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OpenAI to launch first European AI data centre in Norway
OpenAI partners with Nscale and Aker to launch a 230 MW AI data centre in Norway, using renewable energy sources
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Veteran Actor Tauseeq Haider reflects on Gen Z, masculinity and marriage
Appearing on the Ahmed Fozan podcast, actor Tauseeq Haider shares how his views on youth and marriage have evolved
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Reddit's Q2 earnings surge as AI and ads drive growth
Reddit’s Q2 report shows significant revenue increase, driven by AI-powered tools, with 93% of revenue from ads
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Tim Cook reveals Apple’s bold AI plans for the future
Apple plans to heavily increase AI investments, with a focus on improving products like Siri, aiming for 2026 release
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GHQ commemorates 98th anniversary of China's PLA
Pakistan Army, PLA are 'true brothers in arms', says Field Marshall Munir reaffirming bilateral ties
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Five cops martyred as Katcha bandits attack check post in Rahim Yar Khan
One suspect killed in retaliatory fire, police seal access points to area
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Tottenham to sign João Palhinha from Bayern Munich on loan
Portuguese midfielder featured 25 times for Bayern last season, with Spurs covering wages and €30m buy option
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PCB unveils schedule for Pakistan's tri-series with Afghanistan and UAE
Pakistan's T20I tri-series with Afghanistan and UAE begins on August 29 in Sharjah, leading into the Asia Cup
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Pakistan defeat West Indies in opening T20I in Lauderhill
Saim Ayub was named player of the match for scoring 57 and taking 2/20
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France to deliver 40 tonnes of emergency aid to Gaza
At least 12 Palestinians killed, 70 injured in Israeli attacks
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Pakistan to receive first US oil shipment as Cnergyico signs import deal
West Texas crude to ship from Houston this month, expected in Karachi by mid-to-late October
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Pakistan hit with 19pc tariff as Trump targets dozens of countries with new duties
Brazil-50%, India-25%, and Canada-35%, hit with highest US tariffs
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Ten terrorists, including high value target, killed in separate operations
Eight terrorists killed in Kalat, 2 in DI Khan; weapons recovered from dead terrorists
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Major crypto fraud ring dismantled in Karachi, 15 foreigners among arrested
19 Pakistanis arrested in DHA raids; 10,000 SIMs recovered
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Punjab govt backtracks on court criticism; contempt petition in the works
Petition to be filed in LHC over suspended province's land law remarks
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TTAP opens door for talks, but PTI’s split leaves dialogue uncertain
Government needs to decide when and how to formally open talks with opposition alliance
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NA committee flags tax-heavy airfare
Plans to discuss impact of taxation regime on aviation
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Constitution guarantees religious freedom, says PM
Says founder of Pakistan had clearly guaranteed full religious freedom, equal legal rights to all citizens
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Train services suspended across Balochistan
Move comes after security warnings; resumption linked to situation review
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SC backlog dips due to case transfers
Over 22,000 cases moved to FCC; filings still outpace disposals
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Pakistan, ADB seal $730 million package
To construct a new transmission line linking Islamabad, Faisalabad, industrial hub in Punjab
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No wheat support price from next season
Wheat prices to follow international rates; private companies to manage procurement
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Early gains evaporate as PSX succumbs to late selling
KSE-100 index drops 243 points, with no fresh catalysts to support momentum
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Pakistan to establish Wheat Stock Management Company to settle PASSCO’s Rs527 billion liabilities
Provinces urged to settle Passco dues by December 2025 or face direct deductions at source
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Pakistan focuses on export investments, mobilises $11 billion in MoUs with China
Since last year, B2B conferences, roadshows in China have led to 300 MoUs, 25 JVs
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Pakistan seeks Brazil aid for livestock exports
Food minister proposes joint working group on meat, dairy and SPS systems
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Pakistan, Korea look to boost chemical trade
PCDMA, Korean officials discuss boosting commerce, investments
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Investors tread cautiously in rollover week
KSE-100 index slips 130 points as bourse awaits results of PIA bidding
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Pakistan Railways eyes Rs100 billion target as revenue surge continues in FY26
Rs50b expected in H1 as accidents decrease, stations upgraded & land recovered
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ECC approves spectrum auction plan
Finance minister links deal to faster, cheaper digital growth
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BOI minister lays stress on export-driven economic strategy
Says Pakistan can adopt Lithuania's successful growth model
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Yields rise, stocks increase on US GDP data
S&P 500 up slightly; yen gains, traders on alert to intervention risk; European shares hit record high
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Gold up Rs8,500, silver extends record rally
Boom pushes yellow metal to new peak at Rs470,862/tola; globally white metal breaches $70 an ounce
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PSX lacks direction as investors weigh rollover week
KSE-100 index slips 130 points amid subdued trading ahead of 75% PIA stake bidding
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SBP urged to rethink banking for high-tech growth
Economist calls for cash flow lending, equity finance as economies shift to intangible capital
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ECC proposes uniform tariff to wipe out debt
Emphasises need for developing road map, bringing efficiency to power sector
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Indonesia signs FTA with Russian-led Eurasian Union
Union will grant Indonesia preferential rates for 90.5% of its total tariff lines
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US Judge halts detention of anti-disinformation campaigner Imran Ahmed
Gives Ahmed time to attend the hearing, will challenge visa ban on December 29
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UK tech campaigner sues Trump over US sanctions
The department accused them of attempting to "coerce" US-based social media platforms
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Pakistan regains global spotlight in 2025: US magazine
May clashes with India, Middle East defence ties draw international focus
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Heavy rain, flash floods hit California
The Los Angeles Times reported that at least three people had died in storm-related incidents
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US says it struck Islamic State militants in northwest Nigeria
Nigeria’s foreign ministry says strike was carried out as part of ongoing security cooperation with United States
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Turkey detains 115 alleged IS members
Turkey's intelligence agency also conducted an operation on the Afghanistan-Pakistan border area
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Mogadishu holds first local vote in decades
The government said it had deployed more than 10,000 security personnel on the streets of Mogadishu
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Korea's Kim visits nuclear subs as Putin hails 'invincible' bond
Around 2,000 troops killed, thousands more have been wounded
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PM hopeful Tarique Rahman arrives in BD
Welcomed back after 17 years in self-imposed exile
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Bangladesh opposition leader Tarique Rahman returns from exile after 17 years
Huge crowds lined Dhaka airport route, waving flags and chanting as BNP leaders welcomed Rahman
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Disinformation watchdog chief sues Trump administration over US entry ban
Imran Ahmed of CCDH was among five Europeans denied US visas over tech regulation roles
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Tajikistan calls on Afghanistan to apologize after border clash kills five
Three crossed into Tajikistan’s Khatlon region, resisted border guards, and planned an armed attack
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Coastguard rescue 52 migrants off Greece, boy missing
UN says over 16,770 asylum seekers have arrived on Crete this year, highest in the Aegean Sea
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Saudi Arabia hopeful Yemen’s southern separatists will end escalation
Saudi-Emirati delegation arrived in Aden to ease tensions and return STC forces to prior positions
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Pope Leo condemns Gaza conditions in unusually direct Christmas sermon
In a later Christmas blessing, the pope lamented the plight of migrants and refugees crossing the Americas
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Thailand women’s esports star Tokyogurl disqualified from SEA Games, receives lifetime ban
Thailand’s Tokyogurl disqualified from SEA Games for alleged cheating; entire women’s RoV team withdrawn
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‘Sincaraz' rivalry lights up 2025 season
Alcaraz and Sinner turned 2025 into a gripping tug-of-war for tennis
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Barcelona beat Guadalajara in Copa del Rey
Christensen and Rashford scored in 2-0 victory
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FIFA launches $60 ticket tier
The body was facing criticism of 2026 World Cup ticket pricing
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Garnacho sends Chelsea into League Cup semis
The Blues beat third-tier Cardiff City 3-1
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Dembele and Bonmati scoop FIFA Best awards
The PSG star won the Ballon d'Or in September
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Khawaja defies career obituaries
He scored gutsy 82 against England in third Test
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Carey hits ton to lead Australia fightback
He scored 106 and made and crucial stand with Usman Khawaja
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PCB wants three player retentions, franchises pushing for five
Due to the inclusion of two new teams, permission for eight retentions won’t be granted
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New format under consideration for HBL PSL11
The tournament will begin from March 26
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French court orders PSG to pay Mbappe 60 million euros
The ruling followed months of legal wrangling after the France striker took PSG to court
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Djokovic to warm up for Australian Open in Adelaide
He will be back in the city for the ATP-WTA tournament from January 12-17
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Osimhen: From Lagos newspaper seller to stardom with Nigeria
The Super Eagles will count on the 26-year-old forward to deliver during their AFCON campaign in Morocco
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Pakistan beat UAE to book U19 Asia Cup semi-final spot
The Men in Green registered a 70-run victory
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Brendan Rodgers joins Saudi club Al Qadsiah
The former Liverpool and Celtic boss steps in after Michel González’s dismissal

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