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Hedge funds give 2024 returns in double digits
Market volatility, central bank moves, political uncertainty drive gains
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PSX hits peak on new year optimism
KSE-100 marks 5.6% weekly surge; analysts see index reaching 160,000 in 2025
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Govt to save Rs1.7tr through pension reduction
Finance ministry estimates pension budget will go down from Rs4.8tr to Rs3.1tr in 10 years
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Hong Kong's budget deficit to hit $13b
Deficit is twice the forecast amid slower economic growth
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E-bike sales to grow manifold
NEV policy likely to offer incentives, financing and subsidy
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LHC acquits convict amid scathing remarks for police
The court found significant contradictions among the witnesses.
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Man held for forging marriage certificates
Additional Director General Anti-Corruption ordered an inquiry.
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Man arrested for choking transperson to death
Friendship turns fatal over argument on borrowed mobile phone
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Family planning demand rises to 56.8% in Punjab
The demand for family planning increased from 52.2 to 56.8 percent.
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3k differently-abled kids enrolled in past year
The CM Punjab said, "Braille presses equipped with modern technology are working in Punjab."
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Smog, dengue strained hospital resources in 2024
The hospitals faced an increased workload.
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Reproductive health facilities announced
Corner desks would soon be established at the District Headquarters Hospital in Hub and Uthal
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Heated debate in Assembly over Levies merger into police
Opposition rejects plan, Chief Minister says force will be reformed to enhance its capacity
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K-P Bar Council elects chairman, vice chairman
The meeting unanimously elected Ahmed Farooq Khattak Advocate as Vice Chairman
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Public welfare fairly low on provincial checklist
While the government spends billions on ministers, the ailing sectors of health and education remain neglected
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K-P Govt to impose bounties on terrorists after Bagan attack
The provincial government blamed the local community for breaching the Kurram Peace Agreement, pledging zero leniency.
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Justice Dept. urges Supreme Court to reject Trump request to delay TikTok ban law
Trump argued in a legal brief he needs time after Jan 20 to seek a "political resolution" to the issue
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Trivialising climate action: perils of inadequate solutions and inaction
Climate action must move beyond performative gestures to real.
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President Trump's second term — five assumptions
President Trump's second term may shift U.S. foreign policy, focusing on national interests, and global leadership.
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More relevant than ever
Imran Khan's political rise and persecution highlight his challenge to Pakistan's status quo.
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G-B's tourism potential
Gilgit-Baltistan ranks among CNN Travel's top 25 destinations for 2025, offering stunning mountain views and climbing.
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Tackling terror
PM Shehbaz Sharif's Apex Committee meeting stresses zero tolerance on terrorism amid 2024 surge in violence.
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Mini-Marshall Plan!
The proposed $20 billion World Bank funding for Pakistan aims to improve health, education, and climate over 10 years.
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Trump, Elon and climate change
Elon Musk's pro-climate stance clashes with his SpaceX mission to escape Earth.
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Gaza: Israeli strikes kill 70 amid renewed ceasefire efforts
Fighter planes attacked two houses in midnight and killed at least 17 peoples from two families
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Hush money case: Trump’s conviction to be sentenced before swearing-in
Trump, convicted of 34 counts related to hush money to Stormy Daniels, faces up to 4 years in prison.
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PM Shahbaz reaffirms commitment to strengthen SMEs in Pakistan
PM Shehbaz stressed the need for decisive actions to integrate Pakistan’s industries into the global supply chain
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PSL 2025: Three franchises retain full eight players as draft nears
Kings, Sultans, and Zalmi retained seven players each as franchises could keep up to eight players from their squads.
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Shooting on wedding car leaves six dead in Peshawar
Police confirmed that attack was a result of an ongoing feud between rival families
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Doctors concern over infection diseases, vaccination gap in Sindh
Experts also highlighted the horrifying 100% mortality rate of untreated rabies cases and stray dog population
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Who is Neelam Muneer’s husband?
Neelam Muneer attracted widespread attention following release of pictures from her wedding
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Chelsea's Champions League hopes dented after 1-1 draw with Crystal Palace
Mateta’s 82nd-minute goal secured a late equalizer, leaving Chelsea winless in their last four Premier League matches.
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Elon Musk plans to launch 'X Money' this year but only in a limited form
X has successfully secured money transmitter licences in 38 US states so far but New York remains a challenge
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Haaland’s double helps Manchester City crush West Ham 4-1
City's dominant win moved them to 6th with 34 points, 11 behind leaders Liverpool in the Premier League table.
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Rickelton's 259 powers South Africa to 615; Pakistan struggle at 64/3 on Day 2
Rabada's pivotal role in Pakistan's collapse left the visitors needing another 252 runs to avoid the follow-on.
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Fire in China market kills eight, 15 hurt
The fire broke out at around 8:40 a.m. at a marketplace that sells vegetables and other essential goods
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Defence minister says no pressure on government for talks with PTI
Khawaja Asif explained that there has been no significant progress in ongoing dialogue between govt, PTI
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HMPV virus, present in Pakistan since 2001, NIH confirms amid China outbreak
The National Institute of Health said HMPV has been reported in Pakistan since 2001, with 21 cases at PIMS in 2015.
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Brazilian court orders probe into Israeli war crimes suspect
In a ‘historic’ move, court directed police to investigate a soldier detained in Brazil as a tourist
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World's oldest person, Tomiko Itooka, dies at age 116 in Japan
Born on May 23, 1908, Itooka witnessed significant global events, including two world wars and multiple pandemics.
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PTA issues update on internet disruption after submarine cable fault
The PTA assured the public that there has been no degradation in internet services nationwide
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Walter White’s ‘Breaking Bad’ house listed for $4 million after years of fan visits
The Albuquerque home, featured in ‘Breaking Bad,’ is now up for sale after overwhelming fan interest.
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Turbat bomb blast leaves four dead, several injured
Baloch Liberation Army's Majeed Brigade claimed responsibility for the attack in Turbat
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BIEK chairman announces formation of inquiry committee after protests over results
Decision made to establish committee aimed at reviewing the exam results and ensuring transparency in the process
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Newcastle sink Spurs with controversial equalizer and Isak's winner
Newcastle inflicted further misery on injury-depleted Tottenham, claiming a hard-fought 2-1 victory on Saturday.
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Actress Aubrey Plaza’s husband commits suicide
Jeff Baena, filmmaker and husband of Aubrey Plaza, has died by suicide at his Los Angeles home.
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Injury puts Bumrah's participation in day 3 of fifth test in jeopardy
Krishna confirmed Bumrah had a back spasm, underwent scans, and will be monitored by the medical team for updates.
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Madrassah teacher ‘rapes’ minor student in Punjab's Talagang
Police have registered a First Information Report (FIR) and initiated action against the accused
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Biden awards final Medal of Freedom honors to Michael J. Fox, Denzel Washington, and others
President awards 19 influential figures, including Denzel Washington, Michael J. Fox, and Bono, the Medal of Freedom.
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Microsoft to spend $80 bn on AI amid global competition
Company's President Brad Smith says In many ways, artificial intelligence is the electricity of our age
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LHC summons ECP over disqualification petitions
Last month, both Chattha and Bachhar were convicted in a case related to the May 9 riots
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Noisy horn sellers arrested
Police registered separate cases against arrested suspects under Punjab Sound Act
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Hell must be holding a special pit for SBCA officers: SHC
Building watchdog draws court's ire over illegal constructions in city
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Chehlum to be observed amid tight security
Key routes to be sealed for major mourning processions
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Millions of gallons of rainwater go to waste
In addition to instigating urban flooding, lack of storage facilities risk drying up the province
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Hundreds of terror accounts on social media blocked
Facebook and TikTok acted on more than 90 percent of the requests
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Nation honours war heroes on I-Day
Flag-hoisting ceremonies across cities; Civil, military leaders awarded for Marka-e-Haq
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Mother slits throats of two in DHA
Police say woman suffered from mental illness, had history of seizures
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Supreme Court unveils modernised 2025 rules
Digital filing, video-link hearings now allowed
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Man held for kidnap attempt, harassment
Suspect allegedly harassed, assaulted victim, attempting to abduct her when she resisted
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Dubai's Burj Khalifa lights up in green
The night sky was further lit up by a dazzling fireworks display
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Rs2b earmarked for Bajaur rehabilitation
Chief secretary says targeted operation to eliminate terrorists; curfew eased as markets reopen
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Arora stresses unity among all communities
'Today reminds us of the sacrifices our elders made for a free and peaceful Pakistan,' said Arora
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10 perish as flood fury ravages AJK, G-B
Extreme heat accelerates G-B glacial melt
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Reserves triple without new debt
SBP governor pushes digital inclusion with Raast expansion, new banking rules
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Bitcoin hits $124K on Fed cut hopes
Bitcoin's rally is being powered by increasing certainty of Fed rate cuts
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China's Zhenhua Oil doubles crude offtake from UAE
The largest onshore oilfield in the United Arab Emirates,
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Businessmen pledge to expedite economic uplift
Express hope govt will address concerns, unveil favourable policies
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Sino-Pak partnership brings barren land to life
Once uncultivable coastal land produces dragon fruit with advanced technology
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Power minister voices dismay over lack of consultation
ECC for taking Power Division input while collecting shipbreaking sector data for tariff determination
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Chinese investment rattles exporters
Industry calls for policy shift to match foreign ventures enjoying SEZ incentives
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Crypto frenzy sparks rush to Wall Street IPOs
Friendly Trump policies take value of global cryptocurrencies to record $4.2tr
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Gaps in anti-laundering efforts: IMF
Says ownership data underused despite FATF reforms; govt disputes assessment
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Rupee extends rally with gains of 20 paisa
Rises to 282.22/$ in inter-bank; gold slips Rs200 despite global hike
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Industrial zone on PSM land planned
ECC also diverts Rs2.9b publicity funds to upgrade PTV World for global outreach
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SBP warns of significant risks
MPC report flags inflationary pressures, urges fiscal discipline and reforms
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Gold continues downward trend
Silver prices rose, per tola up Rs59
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PSX gives up early gains, succumbs to profit-taking
KSE-100 index loses 476 points in ongoing consolidation phase
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Israel unveils new West Bank settlement plan
Move aims to 'bury' idea of Palestinian state
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17 Gazans killed in Israel strikes
Dead included six civilians who had been waiting for humanitarian aid
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Trump says Putin ready to make deal on Ukraine
US hopes to include Zelenskiy
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India and China work to improve ties amid Trump's unpredictability
China, India discussing to ease trade barriers, including reopening border trade at three Himalayan crossings
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US eyes investment in Pak critical minerals
Rubio says also looking forward to exploring hydrocarbons
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Trump says Putin likely to make Ukraine deal
Trump said he has three possible sites for a follow-up meeting with Putin and Zelensky, but it’s not guaranteed
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Spain arrests suspected arsonist as second firefighter dies in wildfires
Jaime Aparicio, 37, died from severe burns after fighting wildfires near Nogarejas, the seventh such death this year
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54 killed in fresh Israeli air and hunger strikes
In its 21st month, the war has killed 61,776 Palestinians and injured 154,906, mostly women and children
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26 migrants dead in two shipwrecks off Italy
Two boats left Tripoli, Libya, earlier in day, according to the Italian coastguard
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US HR report says India acts minimally
Pakistan rarely acts against rights abuses
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Aid queues turn deadly as 73 killed in Gaza in one day
European Union and 26 countries condemned the “unimaginable levels” of suffering
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Sinner dispatches Mannarino in Cincinnati
He booked a quarterfinal spot after a 6-4, 7-6 (7/4) victory
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EPL has no say on delay over Man City charges: Chief exec
The Premier League issued more than 100 charges against City
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Maxwell ready for added responsibility
The all-rounder has been focusing on improving his bowling
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PSG beat Tottenham to clinch Super Cup
The game was decided on penalties after regular time ended with a 2-2 draw
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Liverpool bolster defence with Leoni deal
The Reds manager Arne Slot continued to reinforce his squad this season
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Three Australia players ruled out of South Africa series
Owen has been ruled out of both third T20I and the subsequent ODI
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Root plans to end Ashes drought
Australia won both the 2017-18 and 2021-22 series
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Shaheens crush BD 'A' in T20 opener
Faisal Akram and Saad Masood picked up three wickets each
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Alcaraz eases past Medjedovic in Cincinnati
The Spaniard reaches the Cincinnati Open last 16
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Barca aim to add steel to youthful flair
The Liga champions look to improve their defence in the new season
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Hameed-ul-Haq asks PTF to hunt fresh talent
The former Davis Cupper has been a critic of the federation's policies
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Gul blames weak captaincy for ODI defeat
WI ended 34-year wait to win ODI series against Pak
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Pak bowlers climb in ICC rankings
Pace spearhead Haris Rauf also jumps two places
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Shaheens gear up for Darwin challenge
Muhammad Irfan Khan's men will begin their campaign today
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Akhtar slams Pak team after ODI disappointment
He blames Pakistan's failures on flawed policies rather than individual players