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Christmas festivities gain momentum in twin cities
Shopping peaks, security tightened and preparations begin at parks and churches
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Scenic areas to open homes to tourists
K-P's Mezban scheme offers interest-free loans to turn private homes into tourist accommodation
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Terrorism turned into business, alleges ANP
Mian Iftikhar said terrorism is currently at its peak, government writ is absent in the tribal districts
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Swat flood probe widened, PHC told
Court informed more investigation needed to fix responsibility for 17 tourist deaths
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Oscars to stream exclusively on YouTube from 2029
Oscars to stream exclusively on YouTube from 2029
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Melania Trump steps into spotlight in Amazon film trailer
Melania Trump steps into spotlight in Amazon film trailer
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Taylor Swift eyes break amid wedding plans with Travis Kelce
Taylor Swift eyes break amid wedding plans with Travis Kelce
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Reiner's son appears in court
Nick is charged with stabbing his parents to death in their Los Angeles home
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Historic Afghan cinema torn down for a mall
Historic Afghan cinema torn down for a mall
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3 Russia-themed anti-war films make Oscar shortlist
Critics say move sent a clear anti-war, anti-authoritarian message
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Javed Akhtar seeks 'unconditional apology' from Bihar CM
Says Kumar's act of pulling the niqab deserves condemnation 'in the strongest possible terms'
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China's CEWC shows planning over panic
Charts a stable economic course as it prepares for the next growth phase
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K-P's case for a fair share in 11th NFC award
K-P's struggle for a fair NFC share highlights grave developmental deficits
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Blueprint for a stable and secure Pakistan
Pakistan's focus on AI, Crypto, and Mining, unrealistic given its growing unskilled labour force
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Punitive Jirgas and the crisis of state justice
Musakhel's burning ordeal highlights how informal justice fills gaps left by weak courts, delayed legal processes
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Extortion capital?
Karachi's builders threaten shutdown over rampant extortion, criminal networks targeting businesses for billions
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Desperate tactics
Charging 400 PTI supporters, including Imran Khan’s sisters, with terrorism worsens political divide
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Offloaded or offhanded?
FIA's crackdown on illegal migration, 66,154 passengers offloaded, raises concerns over legitimate travellers' rights
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Security as a pretext for exclusion?
US travel ban targets 39 countries, highlights growing biases in treating nationality as a security risk
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Protests in Bangladesh as India cites security concerns
Ties have been frosty since ex-PM Sheikh Hasina fled to India after a student-led uprising
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Teenage woman bludgeoned to death by ex-fiancé in Karachi
Police launch manhunt for cousin accused of luring, assaulting, killing 19-year-old Komal
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Karachi police set to launch crackdown on fancy, green number plates
In each district, teams will conduct checks, consisting of officers from CPLC, excise, traffic and district police
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Astronomers discover lemon-shaped exoplanet with bizarre atmosphere
Molecular carbon detected in the planet’s atmosphere, possibly extending to a diamond-rich core
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Pakistan arrests IS-K spokesperson, UN hails move as major setback to group
UN report says Pakistan's actions have weakened Daesh-K's global structure, foiled several planned attacks
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NEPRA introduces new regulations for net metering users
Separate meters required for purchase, supply of electricity; users won't sell excess electricity to other consumers
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China test network transmits 699 days of data in just 1.6 hours
FAST telescope’s 72 TB of data reached Huazhong University in 1.6 hours in China test
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Non-bailable arrest warrants issued for CM Afridi over misleading remarks against state institutions
ATC Islamabad began proclaimed offender proceedings against Sohail Afridi and several other accused persons
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ECC approves Rs200b power subsidy to keep circular debt within IMF-agreed limits
Circular debt stood at Rs1.817 trillion in October, up from Rs1.614 trillion in June this year
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PUBG MOBILE and the rise of Gen Z’s esports economy
PUBG MOBILE is actively shaping a generation of talent to succeed on the world stage
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‘Karachi World Book Fair’ opens at Expo Centre
The five-day fair features 329 stalls, 180 local and foreign exhibitors, and strong participation from students
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WADA flags India as world’s leading sports drug offender again
India’s NADA found 260 positives from 7,113 samples in 2024, WADA said in its annual report
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Conway, Latham opening stand batters hapless West Indies
The duo made a 323 opening stand in the third Test
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Man booked for assaulting domestic worker in Karachi's Buffer Zone
Accused locks house and flees, police conduct raids as investigation continues
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TikTok launches self-service advertising platform for small businesses in Pakistan
'TikTok for Business Ads Manager' gives businesses of all sizes the resources and flexibility to engage new audiences
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Verstappen to take Ricciardo's racing number
He raced with the 33 until his first title in 2021
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Saudi, French and US officials push Hezbollah disarmament plan
Fearing a ceasefire collapse, Paris talks sought stronger ways to verify disarmament and curb escalation
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Morocco hosting AFCON will help Algeria
"We're eagerly waiting for this Cup says the Frankfurt player
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India rule white ball amid geopolitical issues
They won the ICC Champions Trophy this year after securing T20 World Cup in 2024
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England Ashes dreams on life-support
The visitors had ground to 213-8, trailing by 158
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Pakistan, China advance talks on $2.2b industrial complex at Port Qasim
Project focuses on shipbuilding and shipbreaking facilities, plus modern steel mill integrated with port operations
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PSX nears 172,000 points milestone
KSE-100 surges 1,646 points to all-time high on strong current account data
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US announces $11 billion arms package for Taiwan, largest ever
The package includes HIMARS, howitzers, Javelins, Altius drones and spare parts, Taiwan said
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Alcaraz splits with coach Ferrero after seven years together
Spaniard sets his sights on surpassing Rafa Nadal and completing a career Grand Slam at the Australian Open
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An dominates, Yamaguchi battles through in season finale
World number one beat Tomoka Miyazaki 21-9 21-6 to continue her chase for a second title
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US Senate confirms private astronaut, Musk ally Jared Isaacman as NASA chief
The Senate confirmed Isaacman 67–30, weeks after he urged faster action to beat China back to the moon
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PSG beat Flamengo in Intercontinental Cup
Matvei Safonov saves four penalties to secure a 2-1 shootout win over Flamengo in Qatar
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K-P CM's directives on LRH officials' disciplinary action not enforced
Hospital's Board of Governors forms two inquiry committees, tasked with submitting reports in three days
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Man City look to extend winning streak against West Ham
Guardiola's side sit two points behind Arsenal
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Criminal action sought against officials over deaths, injuries during Basant
Petitioner contended that Basant festival turned into a deadly threat for citizens rather than a celebration
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Sindh govt orders release of PTI detainees held under MPO, forms Gul Plaza inquiry
Justice Agha Faisal appointed to lead single-member commission probing Gul Plaza fire
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Punjab CM Maryam Nawaz arrives in Quetta for one-day visit
Maryam Nawaz to meet attack victims’ families, hold talks with leaders
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Rawalpindi textile factory blaze stopped after 16 hours of firefighting
Rescue officials say cooling continues as cracks appear in three-storey building, crews fight from a safe distance
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Indonesia ready to collaborate with Pakistan in palm oil, agriculture, says minister
Dar says visit comes after presidential exchanges as talks cover IT, trade, AI, defence cooperation
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Most Pakistanis back Gaza mission, but only with UN and Muslim alliance approval
Gallup survey finds strong support tied to conditions, with caution over risks and preference for legitimacy
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Nepra’s shift from net metering to net billing draws criticism over rooftop solar impact
Political leaders and analysts have questioned Nepra’s move to abolish net metering, calling it a blow to consumers
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CM Afridi vows to engage with 'even those I dislike for K-P rights'
K-P CM vows to recover Rs4,700bn dues from Centre, criticises silence on corruption, 'forced evacuations'
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Karachi court grants extension of interim bail for YouTuber Rajab Butt
Complainant’s lawyer argued that court session was scheduled for 8:30am, but accused appeared at 9:30am
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Lahore court grants bail to five accused in Bhati Gate manhole deaths case
Judge cites settlement, orders release on surety bonds while case continues
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Tekken star Arslan Ash relocates to Japan as new competitive base
E-sports icon says Japan will be his new base as he targets more global titles, while still representing Pakistan
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Punjab to hold three-day Ramazan Savings Festival in Lahore
Subsidised food, family activities planned at Jilani Park from Feb 13 to 15
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PM Shehbaz to attend Trump-led Board of Peace meeting in Washington
Pakistan to push Gaza ceasefire, humanitarian access and reconstruction at Feb 19 talks
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SC appoints Salman Safdar friend of court, orders access to Imran Khan
Bench seeks report on PTI founder’s living conditions by Wednesday
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Zardari welcomes Uzbek outreach, highlights trade and sectoral cooperation
President reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to deepen cooperation with Uzbekistan across key sectors
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China stocks close higher as gains in communications sector outweigh property losses
Benchmark Shanghai Composite Index, SSEC rose 0.13%, while blue-chip CSI300 Index, CSI300 inched higher by 0.11%
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Gold continues rally for second day, silver remains steady
Price of 10 grams of silver also remains stable at Rs7,385
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Reserves to hit $18b by June
SBP says economic growth prospects have improved, sees 3.75-4.75% GDP expansion
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Bullion surges to Rs524,762/tola on softer dollar
Extends gains as investors await key US economic data; rupee stable
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Moody's cuts bank outlook to stable
Agency view contradicts SBP confidence, flags heavy govt lending
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Stocks extend losses as selling pressure persists
KSE-100 drops 1,789 points amid lingering uncertainties, geopolitical fears
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Saudi capital sought as debt risks stay high
Aurangzeb links macro stability, Saudi interest in key sectors at AlUla forum
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Govt seeks Russian support to revive PSM
Govt pursuing PM Shehbaz's vision of restoring steel mills as viable national asset
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'No reopening Chinese energy debt'
Iqbal warns renegotiating $15b deals will raise risk premium, undermine trust
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Explosive product licences issued without cabinet's nod
Petitioner asks petroleum secretary to take action against irregularities
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Heavy metal pollution threatens tomato exports
Industrial contamination risks yields, food safety as researchers explore bioremediation solutions
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Germany flags apparel export stagnation
Envoy says export today is nearly same as a decade ago, calls for diversification
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Moody’s revises Pakistan banking sector outlook from positive to stable
International credit rating agency projects Pakistan’s GDP growth at 3.5 per cent in 2026
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Clean energy: what we hand over to next generation
From public health to industrial competitiveness, energy choices today shape future workforce and economy
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South Korea watchdog says tougher crypto rules needed after $40 billion giveaway
FSS governor Lee Chan-jin said the incident exposed structural flaws in virtual-asset electronic systems
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Indonesia says proposed Gaza peacekeeping force could total 20,000 troops
Awaits international mandate before deploying up to 8,000 troops for a new Gaza peacekeeping force
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South Korea to start reviewing US investment projects ahead of enacting bill
South Korea acts to soothe trade tensions after Trump threatens auto tariffs over delayed $350bn investment bill
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Australia urges calm after violent clashes in Sydney during Israeli President's visit
Police use tear gas, pepper spray to disperse thousands opposing Herzog’s visit
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New Zealand mosque shooter showed anxiety, not depression, say former lawyers
Lawyers say Tarrant was fit to plead, contradicting his claims of mental distress at appeal hearing
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PAF showcases JF-17 Block-III, Super Mushshak at World Defence Show in Saudi Arabia
ISPR says participation highlights Pakistan’s indigenous aerospace and export potential
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PM Shehbaz to attend Trump-led Board of Peace meeting in Washington
Pakistan to push Gaza ceasefire, humanitarian access and reconstruction at Feb 19 talks
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Muslim bloc warns Israel against West Bank annexation
Accuses Zionist state of entrenching settlement activity
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Bangladesh poll campaign ends
Muslim-majority nation will elect a 350-seat parliament
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Israeli forces kill four in Gaza
Israel has responded to similar incidents in recent months by carrying out airstrikes across the enclave
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Japan PM basks in historic election triumph
LDP wins two-thirds majority in lower house
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Bangladesh secures 19% US tariff and exemption for some apparel made with US material
Bangladesh cut US tariffs to 20% last August from 37%, easing pressure on apparel exporters
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Epstein accomplice Maxwell refuses to answer questions from US House panel
Lawyers sought Congress approval for her legal immunity to testify, but lawmakers declined
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US to turn over two NATO command posts to Europeans, military source says
Move fits Trump’s push for Europe to take more security responsibility in a European-led NATO
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Somalia signs defence agreement with Saudi Arabia
The deal follows Israel recognising Somaliland, a self-declared state still claimed by Mogadishu
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Iran says it could dilute enriched uranium if all sanctions are lifted
Iranian president says new talks will offer 'appropriate opportunity for a fair and balanced resolution of this case'
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Australia forward Goodwin suffers injury blow ahead of World Cup
Rehabilitation period would likely see Goodwin miss Australia's home friendlies against Cameroon in late March
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'All the pressure' on Pakistan as USA out to inflict another T20 shock
Pakistan may bring back batsman Fakhar Zaman to replace Babar Azam who has been criticised for slow scoring
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Walee group buys PSL Multan franchise for record fee of Rs2.45b
Walee group owner renames the franchise to Rawalpindi
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UAE eye upset in T20 World Cup
They will begin their campaign against New Zealand
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Nepal’s grit wins applause
They suffered a narrow loss to England
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Pakistan, South Africa women T20I series to begin on Tuesday
This is their first tour for a bilateral series since 2021
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Pakistan’s Alpine Club seeks to boost mountaineering tourism
Khan outlined plans to improve modern infrastructure for domestic and international climbers
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Malinin keeps USA golden in Olympic figure skating team event
Japan finished one point behind in silver, while host nation Italy claimed bronze
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Liverpool improvement not reflected in results, says Slot
The English champions have won just one of their seven Premier League games in 2026
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Man City fight back to end Anfield hoodoo and reel in Arsenal
Haaland’s stoppage-time penalty seals a dramatic 2-1 win against Liverpool
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Real Madrid edge Valencia to stay on Barca's tail
Carreras’ first-half brilliance and Mbappe’s stoppage-time goal secured a hard-fought 2-0 victory for their side
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PSG trounce Marseille to move back top of Ligue 1
Brace from Dembele and late goals from Kvaratskhelia and Lee Kang-in secure PSG’s 5-0 victory over Marseille
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Dimarco helps Inter to eight-point lead in Serie A
Juventus were held 2-2 by Lazio after a late equaliser from Pierre Kalulu
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Scotland spoil Italy's T20 World Cup debut with big win
Tournament debutants suffered a crushing 73-run loss to Scotland
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England cling on to beat Nepal
Harry Brook’s men secured a four-run victory








































































































