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Political wrangling
The PTI too has a blame to share as its political arithmetic was wayward.
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Things Americans don't hear about Israel
Israel is the only country in the Middle Eastern region that has nuclear weapons.
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PTI clarifies incarcerated leaders remain resolute
Saad Rafique backs call for political dialogue
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PM Shehbaz to attend ECO summit in Baku from July 3-4
The premier will lead Pakistan's delegation and present Islamabad's stance on key regional and global challenges
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India’s Silent War
The writer is the Director of Research at SVI Islamabad. He can be reached at: zafarali@thesvi.org
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PMD warns of thunderstorms, flash floods in K-P
Met Dept expects heavy rain across province while also issuing a monsoon alert for parts of Sindh
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PTI parliamentary committee rejects SC verdict on reserved seats
Committee also passes unanimous resolution calling for every possible effort to secure Imran Khan's release
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Air Chief Marshal Sidhu meets top US officials in historic visit
Visit marks the first by a serving PAF chief in over a decade, serves as a strategic milestone for Pak-US defence ties
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Govt cuts profit rates for National Savings Schemes
Profit on the Shuhada Family Welfare Account has been reduced by 24 basis points
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PTI activist Sanam Javed released from Kot Lakhpat jail
Her release comes two days after the LHC ordered it in a case involving unrest and anti-state sloganeering charges
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South African Air Force chief visits Pakistan, discusses strengthening ties with PAF
Discussions highlighted desire to institutionalise and strengthen the formal relationship between the PAF and the SAAF
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Gandapur challenges state to topple K-P govt constitutionally
K-P CM says PTI plans to launch nationwide movement after Muharram and will intensify its efforts
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PTA introduces tax-free mobile registration for overseas Pakistanis
Facility is free of charge and provided through an automated temporary mobile registration system
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Pakistan slams India at UNGA over human rights abuses, state terrorism
Second Secretary at Pakistan Mission rejects India's claim on Kashmir, citing its role in terror attacks in Pakistan
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Bangladesh court sentences former PM Hasina to six months for contempt
Court sentenced her in absentia, the first verdict since she was ousted from power in a student-led uprising last year
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Twelve injured after two buses collide at Port Authority Terminal in US
One bus struck the rear of another, blocking the lane and backing up traffic for several blocks
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Heatwave across Europe leaves 8 dead as early summer temperatures hit records
Italy issued red alerts for 18 cities, while in Germany temperatures were forecast to peak at 40 degrees Celsius
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ECP restores 74 reserved seats across national, provincial assemblies
Previous cancellation of PTI candidates’ return on reserved seats rendered void
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Preparations for Muharram in full swing around Lahore’s Lohari Gate
Artisans are crafting sacred items like Alam, Tazia, which carry powerful spiritual meaning in Muharram rituals
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Novak Djokovic cruises past Alexandre Muller to kickoff bid for eighth Wimbledon
The Serbian great will face Britain's Dan Evans in second round on July 3
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Assistant commissioner Nawagai among five killed in Bajaur
At least 16 people were injured in a blast on Nawagai Road in Khar Tehsil, targeting a government vehicle
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Israel has agreed to US-proposed 60-day ceasefire: Trump
Urges Hamas to accept deal, release of half of the hostages in exchange for Palestinian prisoners
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India reverses ban on select Pakistani channels, celebrities’ accounts
Indian users can now view social media accounts of Ahad Raza Mir, Yumna Zaidi, among others
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Quad ministers condemn Pahalgam attack without naming Pakistan
Quad unequivocally condemns all acts of terrorism and violent extremism in all its forms and manifestations: statement
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Pakistan vs India clash date during Asia Cup 2025 revealed: reports
Indian media reports suggest Asia Cup 2025 to begin September 4-5 and conclude on September 21
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Lionel Messi, Inter Miami working on new deal to extend stay in MLS beyond 2025
Inter Miami are in talks to extend Lionel Messi’s contract beyond 2025, with both sides optimistic about a deal
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PSX maintains record-breaking streak, crosses 130,000
KSE-100 index gains 2,145 points on robust investor interest, driven by banking sector
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Iran cuts off IAEA access under new law: reports
Any future IAEA access to Iranian nuclear sites will need approval from National Security Council
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Taliban’s broken promises destabilising region: Bilawal Bhutto
Urges India to hold talks for lasting peace, stressing need to resolve the Kashmir as per people's aspirations
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Real Madrid hold off Juventus to reach quarters of FIFA Club World Cup
Trent Alexander-Arnold registers first assist for Real Madrid as Gonzalo Garcia seals 1–0 win over Juventus
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New law in Kazakhstan restricts public wearing of face veils
Other Central Asian countries have introduced similar laws in recent years
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Bosch leads South Africa to massive win over Zimbabwe
The all-rounder bagged a five-wicket haul in SA’s 328-run victory
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India face ‘last-minute’ Bumrah call
The visitors bid to level the series against England
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Fluminense stun Inter Milan
The Brazilian side through to the Club World Cup quarter-finals
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‘No panic’ says Medvedev after shock Wimbledon exit
He was defeated by France’s Benjamin Bonzi 7-6 (7/2), 3-6, 7-6 (7/3), 6-2
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Djokovic, Sinner enter Wimbledon fray
The Serbian still dreams of ending his career as the most successful player in tennis history
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Al-Hilal win sends Man City out of CWC
Marcos Leonardo scored in an eventful extra-time for the Saudi club
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Pak storm into semis with win over Maldives
National girls netball team registers narrow 49-39 win
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Shaheens to feature in Top End T20 Series
The series will take place in Darwin from 14 to 24 August
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Team owners, officials to meet in July
These sessions will be led by PSL Chief Executive Officer Salman Naseer
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Teen boy dies, two terrorists killed in Mastung
Indian proxy attackers torch govt offices, two banks in city centre
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Justice Shah questions president's role
The unilateral determination made without such consultation may lack legal validity, he pointed out
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Inflation falls sharply, undercuts tight policy
PBS data puts average inflation at 3.3% in rural areas and 5.3% in urban centres
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Justice Dogar named permanent IHC CJ
JCP approves Justice Rozi, Justice Attique and Justice Junaid as chief justices of BHC, PHC and SHC
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Taliban name envoy to Moscow
Moscow has expanded its economic and diplomatic ties with the Islamist group
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Hasina denies crimes against humanity
Defence lawyer Amir Hossain said Hasina has denied all charges
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Trump vows 'firm' stand with Netanyahu on Gaza ceasefire
US president escalates feud with Musk
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Curtain finally falls on USAID
Bush, Obama deplore cost in lives
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Opposition sit-in enters day two, vows to continue until Imran shifted for eye care
TTAP leaders allege supplies cut, police seal Red Zone as protests spread
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IHC bans substandard sacks for food items
Court observed that flour being packed in old cement bags was contributing to serious illnesses
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Man held with 1,200kg fake bonds packets
FIA spokesperson says suspect was engaged in deceiving the public by manufacturing, selling fake products
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2,500 patients await bypass surgery at PIC, LHC told
LHC seeks replies over allegations of delayed, inadequate medical facilities for heart patients
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4-year-old boy beaten to death by neighbour
Boy died after allegedly being assaulted by neighbour in Defence B area following a dispute between children
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Ex PML-N spox Zaeem Qadri laid to rest
Qadri died of heart attack at 61; senior leaders, supporters gathered to attend funeral prayers, pay respects
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Woman dies in roof collapse
Two others injured, shifted to hospital for treatment
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10th Faiz Festival 2026 opens at Alhamra
Opening ceremony drew delegates from Pakistan and abroad, reflecting global resonance of Faiz's message
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CPNE, Muzammil discuss Rs1.4b dues
Verification of accounts worth Rs798 million from provincial departments has already been completed
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PHC bars outages during Sehri, Iftari
Court orders uninterrupted Ramazan power supply across K-P
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Electric vehicle policy insufficient for real impact
With millions of combustion vehicles plying across province, a small official electric fleet will not reduce pollution
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Warehouse gutted in fire near Barkat Market
Firefighters battle flames in warehouse storing plastic goods
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'Make tree cutting a non-bailable offence', says LHC
Directs authorities formulate comprehensive tree protection policy, propose legal amendments, submit detailed report
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Missing woman reunited with family
Following the report of her disappearance, the police immediately registered a case and launched an investigation
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Student's killing sparks protest at university
Protesters stage sit-in demanding arrest of suspects in campus shooting
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SPI rises 4.26% YoY on staples
Weekly inflation drops 0.59% as eggs, tomatoes, chicken prices fall
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Tax simplification, trader scheme under consideration
Business community assured of consultation while developing tax policies
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OGRA raises RLNG prices by up to 0.59%
Increase driven by higher terminal charges; rates lifted for both SNGPL, SSGC consumers
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China to invest $800m in maritime
Will implement sea-to-steel, shipbreaking project; help revive steel mill
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$8,000 freight, closed borders wipe out produce exports
PFVA warns blocked markets leave 2m tonne potato surplus at risk, seeks $30 DLTL relief
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CDWP clears Rs160b development projects
Health, urban infrastructure and flood recovery projects sent to ECNEC
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SOE returns fall 91% despite support
Ministry warns SOE debt threatens growth as net cash returns plunge to Rs41b
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Gold falls Rs8,600 despite global rebound
Global bullion rises on US inflation prediction, Fed rate-cut optimism; rupee up 3 paisa
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Stocks dip further on disappointing results
KSE-100 falls over 900 points amid weak earnings, foreign selling
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US offers to help unlock IT potential
Webinar connects US firms with Pakistani officials to explore tech partnerships
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PSX tumbles over 900 points
KSE-100 closes at over 179,600 amid heavy selling
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Gold, silver prices fall after brief pause in global, local markets
In the international market, price of gold eased by $86 per ounce to $4,972, reversing some of this week’s gains
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Banks urged to scale up agri-finance
SBP asks for small-ticket lending, expanding scope beyond high-volume regions
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Debt risks keep economy vulnerable
Business leaders urge longer loan maturities, export-led growth to ease risks
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Banks cut export refinance rate to 4.5%
PBA cites surge in private sector credit, SME lending and record agriculture financing
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US military says it struck a vessel in Caribbean, killing three
Trump's administration has touted its success at taking out suspected drug trafficking vessels in area
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Mistrial declared in case of students charged after Stanford pro-Palestinian protests
Felony charges hang as jury fails to agree in campus protest trial
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US to spend $38.3 billion to expand migrant detention capacity
Seeks to acquire 34 new ICE facilities amid deportation drive
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Europe calls for US reset at security talks
Ukraine war, NATO burden-sharing dominate Munich amid US-Europe rift
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Indian writer Arundhati Roy quits Berlin Film Festival over Gaza row
Says she was 'shocked and disgusted' by responses from Wenders, jury members when questioned about Palestine
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Trump says change of power in Iran would be 'best thing'
Ties Iran deal failure to military buildup, warning of 'very bad day'
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US moving second carrier to ME as Iran tensions build
Additional carrier to take a week to reach region
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Merz eyes European nuclear shield in call for reset with US
Opening Munich forum, Merz urges US to rebuild trust, warning it cannot go alone in new era
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Indian man pleads guilty in New York over alleged plot against Sikh separatist
Charges carry a maximum combined sentence of 40 years in prison
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PM engages incoming Bangladesh leadership, affirms resolve to work together for regional peace
Shehbaz congratulates Tariq Rehman on historical win and formally invites to visit Pakistan
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Rubio meets China’s Wang Yi in Munich ahead of possible Trump-Xi summit
Meeting marks at least the second in-person encounter between the top US diplomat and Wang
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President Zardari, PM Shehbaz congratulate BNP on landmark election victory in Bangladesh
BNP wins 151 of 300 seats in Bangladesh parliament, securing a simple majority; Jamaat-e-Islami gets 42
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Ex-captain Amir Sohail defends Usman Tariq's unique bowling action
Says batsmen cannot afford to leave the ball once it is delivered
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Pakistan hockey team left stranded during Australia Pro League tour
The national team faces administrative failures during the tour
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India-Pakistan: Hottest ticket in cricket sparks T20 World Cup fever
The high-octane clash is set to take place on February 15
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X-factor tweaker Usman Tariq targets India in high-stakes T20 World Cup clash
From a salesman in Dubai to Pakistan’s potential trump card against India, Tariq's script is still being written.
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Atletico rout Barca in Copa del Rey semi
Griezmann, Lookman and Alvarez struck in 4-0 first-leg victory
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Arsenal held by Brentford in EPL
Gunners’ lead at the top of the table now stands at four points
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Italy dream of cricket 'in Rome, Milan and Bologna'
They registered a historic 10-wicket victory over Nepal in the T20 World Cup
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Zimbabwe pull off shock win over Australia
They registered a 23 run victory over the 2021 Champions
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Trent return can help Arbeloa's Real Madrid move forward
The England defender could provide vital creativity as the hosts look to seize top spot despite key fitness concerns
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Battling Bremen braced for Bayern onslaught
Relegation-threatened hosts sit in 16th, trailing Mainz on goal difference
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India tune-up for Pakistan showdown with 93-run rout of Namibia
'The Pakistan clash will be a special one for everyone,' Ishan Kishan says
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ICC invites major Asian stakeholders to Pak-India Feb 15 T20 clash for talks to 'melt ice': report
BCB president says the aim is for them to watch match, engage in dialogue, and ease tensions with India
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Forest sack manager Dyche
He was at the helm for four months
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Sociedad edge Athletic 1-0 in Copa del Rey
La Real are unbeaten in 10 matches since Matarazzo took charge
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Gauff dumped out of Qatar Open
Swiatek and Rybakina through to the next round












































































































