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Golra Station reopens after major restoration
Historic 1881 station revived under project to preserve Pakistan's railway heritage
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Over 8k households registered in survey in Islamabad
Survey aims to strengthen planning and public service delivery
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Cold weather brings dengue season to an end
Hospitals discharge all dengue cases as campaign formally concludes
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Traffic e-challan system becomes operational today
The fine will be issued automatically and sent to the violator's home address
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Foreign boards funnel billions out of Pakistan annually
Educationists say dependence on foreign boards push local academic systems to the brink
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Two held in UNDP delegation fraud scam
The inquiry revealed the involvement of two suspects from Bahawalnagar
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Parents welcome crackdown on costly school items
CCP issues show-cause notices to 17 major private schools for selling logo-branded items at inflated prices
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When poetry speaks
Urdu poetry has always lived through the human voice. Its power lies not just in what is said, but in how it sounds
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Suicide Terrorism: then and now
An analysis of suicide terrorism in Pakistan, from its inception in 2002 through its peak and eventual decline.
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Takaichi invents a China crisis
Takaichi’s Taiwan doctrine edges Japan into a volatile new conflict zone
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COP 30 ends with promises on paper, heat on the planet
The world’s largest emitters stayed away, leaving rising emissions and vulnerable populations to bear the cost
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Viewing Middle East through four lenses
The future of Middle East is the only future of any region that is predictable
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Rafales, Tejas and us
Reactions to different crashes from Pakistanis, Indians tell a story that encapsulates the complicated relatioship
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Broken windows effect
Visible signs of disorder create more disorder and small, unchecked crimes lead to bigger ones
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Wasteful billions
Tens of thousands of incidents are reported each year and around a dozen types of snakes are poisonous
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Faisalabad factory blast
Commercial establishments, even those that pose serious danger, continue to operate in residential neighbourhoods
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Behave or perish
It is a foregone conclusion that trade and terrorism cannot go hand in hand
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Capture and corruption
Societies that count on collective strength from their people reap inclusive benefits for all
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Global Climate Pact passed without any mention of fossil fuels
The EU dropped fossil-fuel language after Saudi Arabia and others opposed any mention of a transition
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Punjab revises school admissions policy, updates syllabus and textbooks for 2026
New academic year to commence on April 1, 2026, with free textbooks in govt schools to be distributed from April 5
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Dumper Association chief Liaquat Mehsud denied bail in Karachi rioting, firing case
Court cites evidence of firing and acts aimed at spreading terror in Nov 3 incident
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K-P facing deep crisis due to PTI's incompetence: Sikandar Sherpao
QWP leader says provincial govt's focus is only on Imran Khan’s release and protest politics
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22 Palestinians killed in Israeli strikes across Gaza despite ceasefire
Israeli blasts hit homes and sites in eastern Rafah and Khan Younis, causing casualties in the yellow zone
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K-P becomes first province to introduce digital payments law
Initiative taken to encourage small, informal businesses to enter formal economy without fear of immediate taxation
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Faster internet, improved connectivity for users as new submarine cable lands in Pakistan
Offering more than 100 Tbps of total capacity, SEA-ME-WE 6 will provide one of the lowest-latency routes
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Chinese experts gather to explore space science development
Conference to host 50 sessions on space science, exploration, optics, materials and innovation
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“Raising a child is not an easy task,” says actor Sanam Saeed
UNICEF launches ‘Bachpan Bemisaal’ series with Bilal Maqsood
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Road crash, roof collapse claim eleven lives in K-P
Deadly Hiace-car collision on Karak–Indus Highway leaves six dead, nine injured; five die in Nowshera roof collapse
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PPP, PML-N reaffirm support for Sarfraz Bugti amid in-house change rumours in Balochistan
Swirling speculation emerged after claims that President Zardari expressed reservations over Bugti's performance
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Pakistan lose to Nepal after a brave fight in blind women's T20 cricket World Cup
India defeated Australia by nine wickets to book their place in the final
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Macron warns G20 is “at risk” as bloc struggles with global crises
G20 in South Africa adopts climate declaration without US input, a move Washington calls shameful
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New Zealand sweep West Indies ODI series
The hosts eased to 162-6 off 30.2 overs in the third ODI at Hamilton
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Eight terrorists killed during Bannu IBO: ISPR
President Asif Zardari, PM Shehbaz praised and saluted the courage of the security forces for successful operation
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Pakistan outclass Sri Lanka by seven wickets in the third T20 of the tri-series
Sahibzada Farhan's unbeaten 80 helped Green Shirts successfully chase the target of 129 runs
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Washington State resident dies in first confirmed H5N5 bird flu case
Older adult from Grays Harbor with health issues dies; owned backyard flock of mixed domestic birds
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Head stars as Australia thrash England
The left-hander smashed a 69-ball century chasing 201 in Ashes Opener
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South Africa 247-6 after India's Kuldeep takes three
Tristan Stubbs missed out a well-deserved half-century by a run
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Master Paints reach main SQ Seagold Polo Cup final
HK Polo qualify for subsidiary final of the event
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Pakistan, EU pledge to deepen trade and investment ties via GSP plus scheme during Brussels talks
Dialogue also offered an opportunity to exchange views on regional, global developments, including South Asia, says FO
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Italy edge into Davis Cup final
They played an epic tie-break to beat Belgium 2-0
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F1 championship leader Norris grabs 'stressful' Las Vegas pole
He clocked a fastest time of one minute 47.934 seconds in treacherous conditions
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Curiosity cultivates change in attitudes at T20 World Cup for blind women
Sri Lanka and India are co-hosting the inaugural event
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Lawyers, police clash outside SHC during protest against 27th Amendment
Officers' uniforms torn amid intense sloganeering; Bar assures action against those involved in violence
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E-challan system for traffic violations goes live in Rawalpindi
Automated ticketing linked to Safe City Command, Control Centre; over 2,000 cameras to monitor violations
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PM Shehbaz Sharif approves committee for the 2026 South Asian Games
The multi-discipline event is scheduled to take place in January 2026
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Special Olympics Winter Games winners' achievements celebrated in Islamabad
To encourage the players, the Pakistan Sports Board and Special Olympics distributed cash awards
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Federal government removes restrictions on gold trade
Federal Cabinet approves reinstatement of key trade regulations
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Pakistan defeat Sri Lanka A to reach the Asia Cup Rising Stars final
Shaheens will now face Bangladesh A in the final of the tournament on Sunday
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Stokes leads England's fightback
Australian captain Starc took seven as 19 wickets fall in Ashes
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Norris on top at Las Vegas GP practice
The track action was halted as a precautionary measure with 20 minutes to run
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IMF approves $1.2b lifeline with new strings attached
Govt pledges adherence to pre-war targets Money will be disbursed early next week
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POL price surge sparks fresh inflation fears
Petrol, diesel prices rise by Rs15 to stand at around Rs415 per litre
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LHC allows women to become lumberdars
LHC allows women to become lumberdars
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Australia sanctions BLA, affiliates
Australia sanctions BLA, affiliates
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PML-N begins ticket deliberations for AJK polls
Nawaz-led parliamentary board reviews candidates for 45 assembly seats
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Pakistan rejects UAE deportation claims
Govt says UAE enforcing routine immigration laws
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HIV screening to be made mandatory
Task force proposes testing, tighter regulations
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Violence against women rattles MPs
Sherry says conviction rate remains just 5%
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Truck, passenger vehicle crash kills 10 in Chagai
Five others injured as collision on N-40 turns deadly
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Bushra health row resurfaces in Senate
JUI-F expresses serious concern over K-P law and order
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IMF flags ZTBL privatisation risks
Bank reduces bad loans by 25% to Rs50b, but credit access concerns remain
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Gold drops Rs2,700 per tola
Falls to Rs494,062 despite international prices edging higher
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LCCI, Australian chamber sign trade MoU
Agreement promotes joint ventures, SME cooperation and arbitration
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Govt set to scrap tax on oil machinery imports
May adopt 'stability clause' to avoid policy shift during $6b refinery upgrades
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Payment delays squeeze processors
Export slowdown extends settlement cycles to four months
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Pakistan world's largest illegal cigarette market
Tax shocks, weak enforcement, price gaps cause Rs350b annual tax revenue loss
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Weekly inflation surges 15.16% YoY
War spillover effects push SPI up by 0.79% WoW; fuel, power prices soar
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Investors book gains amid US-Iran tensions
Heavyweight stocks drag KSE-100 down by 1,778 points on Strait of Hormuz conflict
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Industry warns against abrupt tariff cuts
Petrochemical, plastic sectors need policy stability for investment, says minister
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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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US-Iran deal hangs in balance
CIA report shows Tehran could withstand blockade for four months as fighting flares
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Australia sanctions BLA, affiliates
Australia sanctions BLA, affiliates
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US revises UN resolution on Iran
China, Russia still expected to veto
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Russia, Ukraine agree on three-day ceasefire
Trump announces May 9-11 break in war, prisoner swap
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BJP names chief minister in India's West Bengal after sweeping win
Suvendu Adhikari will be sworn in on Saturday
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Pentagon releases 1st batch of declassified UFO files
More than 160 files released
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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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Swiatek battles into Italian Open third round
She defeated Caty McNally 6-1, 6-7 (5/7), 6-3
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Zamalek eye record CAF Cup prize
USM host the first match on Saturday in front of a 50,000 crowd
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South Koreans gear up to roar on football team from rival North
It will be the first time that a N Korean sports team has played in the South since 2018
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ITF upholds Belarus suspension
Tennis's body said its stance remained unchanged despite IOC decision
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Shanto ton put Bangladesh in command
The hosts reached 301-4 at stumps on day 1
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Barca eye title party in Liga Clasico
Hansi Flick's side only need a draw in the Clasico to be crowned champions
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Wolfsburg face uphill battle against Bayern
Wolfsburg need to beat the Bundesliga champions to keep alive their slim hopes
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Why Arsenal became Africa's club
The Gunners have qualified for UCL final after 20 years
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No plans for Babar’s T20 captaincy return: sources
Sources say preference will be given to aggressive young players
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Irish footballers urge boycott of Israel match
An open letter sent to FAI from campaign group Irish Sport for Palestine
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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









































































































