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Pakistan poultry association fined Rs25m after tribunal affirms cartelisation finding
Appellate tribunal upholds CCP order, but reduces penalty from Rs50m
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Industry groups seek deeper interest rate cuts after SBP decision
KCCI, KATI, SAI say high borrowing costs threaten competitiveness, jobs and investment
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Monetary policy eased as SBP lowers policy rate to 10.5pc
Surprises with 50bps reduction as FX strengthens, growth gains traction
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Manhunt after shooting at elite US university
Police released 10 seconds of footage of the suspect, walking briskly down a deserted street
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SL to arrest Ranatunga over oil scam
Dhammika Ranatunga, then chairman of the state-owned Ceylon Petroleum Corporation, was arrested on Monday
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ICC rejects Israeli bid to halt Gaza war probe
Rules arrest warrants for Israeli PM remains in place
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Aliyev to pardon thousands
Armenia and its longtime arch-foe Azerbaijan committed to peace in a deal brokered by the White House
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World heads towards 'glacier extinction'
Thousands of glaciers to melt each year by mid-century
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Murree declares snowfall season
19 facilitation centres activated, vehicle monitoring begins on all entry routes
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Winter magic returns to Saiful Malook
Fresh snowfall draws tourists to Kaghan Valley's legendary lakes
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Door-to-door insulin supply begins in Pindi
Registration of diabetes patients kicks off across district
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Romanian embassy to host Christmas carols
Special concert aims to promote festive cheer and cultural harmony
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Capital sees sharp spike in C-sections
Experts warn unnecessary surgical births may endanger mothers and newborns
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Rawalpindi's Hindu heritage fades
Once home to thriving temples & neighbourhoods, the city's Hindu population now declines
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Cantonment boards case enters crucial stage
Pindi Bench gives Defence Ministry two options on petitions filed by ousted VPs
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Progress picks up on Kachehri Chowk flyover, connected underpass projects
Structural work continues at Jinnah Park, Iftikhar Janjua Road and other high-traffic locations
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Scrutiny of journalists accreditation cards ordered by Sindh Court
SHC dismisses plea of 23 claiming journalist status for plots in Journalists Colony
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'Karachi's public health in peril'
Federal health minister highlights mismanaged funds, infrastructure crisis
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Armed robbers killrickshaw driver
CCTV footage captures the deadly daylight robbery
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Hyderabad van fire claims life of 12-year-old a day after father’s death
Despite ban, public service vehicle owners continue using LPG, CNG
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'Speeding, reckless' driving claim two bikers' lives
11 schoolchildren injured in separate road mishap on II Chundrigar Road
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Two decades on, Karachi still waiting for K-IV water supply
Funding constraints, poor administrative coordination has delayed the completion of the project
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Final polio drive of theyear kicks off
Over 80,000 workers deployed in 30 districts for 7-day campaign
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5.2 magnitude earthquake reported in Karachi
Residents across the city report feeling the tremors in multiple areas
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FWMC launches neighbourhood cleanliness competitions
Urban, rural localities selected; winners to receive cash awards up to Rs100,000
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Security guardamong 3 killed inseparate incidents
Police link killings to financial disputes, personal grudges
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Flood aftermath fuels dengue surge across Punjab, cases cross 3,500
Stagnant water, poor drainage blamed as health authorities warn of worsening outbreak
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Punjab unprepared for emerging flu variants amid global outbreaks
Alert issued across Punjab focuses on common strain
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Unauthorised kite flying criminalised in Punjab
Cabinet replaces blanket ban with strict regulation, carries up to 7 years jail
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K-P MPAs call for return of stranded students
The students are stuck in Afghanistan after closure of border between two countries
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COP30: high hopes, limited progress in Belém
COP30 ends without committing to a fossil fuel phase-out, exposes the limits of global climate governance
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The prisoner's gambit
Imran Khan’s imprisonment, Pakistan's political paralysis
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Iqbal Rabbani's blood-stained shirt
While Pakistan grapples with grand narratives on December 16th, some histories are deeply personal
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Education - opening doors
Without safeguards, IBCC’s move to open science pathways for Arts students risks diluting merit
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Nil-income dilemma
Nearly 39% of registered taxpayers file nil returns, exposing FBR’s failure to capture real wealth
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Bondi Beach terror
False claims linking Sydney attack to Pakistan expose deliberate slur campaign rooted in hate politics
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Light amongst us
In moments of violence, unseen volunteers, workers' quiet dignity restores faith in humanity
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Rickshaws banned on 25 major roads in Karachi to alleviate traffic congestion
Besides Shahrah-e-Faisal, Shahrah-e-Quaideen and Korangi Road, areas surrounding commercial districts also included
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LHC upholds custody of 12-year-old girl with maternal grandmother, says child’s voice is decisive
Court held that the 'voice of the child' is central to custody determinations, cannot be treated as mere formality
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K-P schools, colleges to observe zone-based winter vacations
Areas in summer zone to observe holidays from Jan 1 to 15, while vacations in winter zones to be from Dec 23 to Feb 28
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44.6m children vaccinated nationwide as 2025's final anti-polio drive concludes
22.9m children received polio drops in Punjab, 10.6m in Sindh, 7.15m in K-P, and 2.58m in Balochistan
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Minority rights remain systemically fragile
HRCP records forced conversions, worship attacks and police failures in 2025
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LHC suspends Punjab property ordinance
CJ Neelum tells chief secretary if law remained in force, even Jati Umra could be repossessed
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Punjab local government polls to be held on party basis, LHC informed
Court expresses concerns over lack of response from ECP and seeks commission's stance
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PM Shehbaz announces Rs10m reward for each Pakistan U19 player
Premier hosts luncheon for victorious squad at Prime Minister's House, hails team for making the nation proud
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Pakistan U19 mentor Sarfaraz calls India's conduct 'unethical' in Asia Cup final
Sarfaraz Ahmed praises his own side for responding with professionalism and sportsmanship
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Nine bandits killed, 27 arrested in Ghotki operation
Sindh Rangers, police rescue eight more passengers after Dec 15 bus abduction
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Pakistan young-guns shine bright
The Men in Green beat India in the ACC U19 Asia Cup final
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Three brothers killed in Nushki shop dispute
Close relatives from same tribe had been locked in a tenancy row
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Multan's Nishtar doctor making obscene gestures on video loses job
Medic claims bad bedside behaviour was a 'natural reaction to verbal abuse'
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Cold wave intensifies as snow blankets KP, Gilgit-Baltistan
Another rain system expected to enter from Dec 27 to 31, potentially bringing rain to some districts of Punjab
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Zardari visits Iraqi shrines, calls for Muslim unity
Four-day visit combines religious observances with diplomatic outreach to boost bilateral trade, security cooperation
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Building material prices hit record high
Federal, provincial taxes, increases in gas, electricity, transport costs, contribute to this
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Rising trade deficit exposes Pakistan’s structural weaknesses
Trade integration, not import curbs, is critical for sustainable growth
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China’s trade surplus hits $1.08 trillion as currency valuation debate resurfaces
China’s surplus rose 22.1% in Jan–Nov, prompting renewed questions as to whether renminbi is undervalued
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Boosting exports: 10 policy priorities
Export challenge is not rooted in lack of entrepreneurial capacity or market access, but in fragmented policies
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Pakistan's quiet regulatory revolution
For years, the economy has been constrained by an excess of rules, permits, approvals
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What does Europe's EV retreat mean for Pakistan?
Battery recycling represents area where country could develop genuine competitive advantage
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Pakistan’s inflation stabilises, highlighting core cost challenges
While latest numbers provide relief, past inflation has permanently raised cost of living
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Policy neglect hits coating exports
Industry seeks sector status, trade route solutions; proposes value-addition
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Cotton exchange sealing sparks widespread concern
Businessmen argue federal authorities' action based on contested ownership claims
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Cars no longer affordable for middle-class
Economists question protection-heavy auto regime as prices keep soaring despite local assembly, import restrictions
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Musk first person worth $700b
Musk's 2018 pay package, once worth $56 billion, was restored by the Delaware Supreme Court
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PSX gains despite mixed macros
KSE-100 index hits 171,404 as SBP surprises market with 50bps rate cut
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Adulterated pesticides dominate markets
CCP study says counterfeit pesticides damage crops, cause significant losses to farmers
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Horticulture podcast to address export gaps
Digital outreach initiative aimed at tackling post-harvest losses, climate risks
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Japan's rate hike signals new tightening phase
BOJ raises short-term rate to 30-year high, driven by persistent inflation, economic worries
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ASEAN ministers meet to restore Thailand-Cambodia ceasefire after 60 killed, half a million displaced
First direct talks since fighting resumed on Dec 8, Malaysia urges bloc to play more forceful role in halting conflict
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Meta is earning a fortune on a deluge of fraudulent ads, documents show
Meta internally estimated 10% of its 2024 revenue could come from scam-linked advertising, documents show
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Bondi attack suspects held ‘tactical’ training before shooting
Court documents allege father-son duo rehearsed in NSW countryside; Albanese vows tougher hate, gun laws
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Ukraine settlement talks enter third day in Miami
Russia launched atleast 1,300 attack drones, nearly 1,200 guided aerial bombs, and 9 missiles of various types
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Kidnapped Nigerian schoolkids freed
Another 130 abducted Niger state pupils released, none left in captivity
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Somalia tightens security before historic elections
Somalia will deploy more than 10,000 security personnel in the capital
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Trump's ally urges action on Hamas, Hezbollah
Israel made dismantling the arsenals of both groups, allies of its arch-foe Iran
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Israel’s security cabinet approves 19 new settlements in West Bank
The move raises approved settlements over three years to 69, says Finance Minister Smotrich’s office
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Sudan drone attack on Darfur market kills 10: Rescuers
Since April 2023, Sudan's army and RSF conflict killed tens of thousands, displacing nearly 12M people
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Pakistan to witness year's longest night, shortest day on December 22
Earth's 23.4° axial tilt causes the changing lengths of daylight throughout the year
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Dozens mourn six killed in Israeli shelling of Gaza shelter
Gaza hospital reports victims of shelling: infant, 14-year-old girl, two men, two women
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Trump readies aggressive immigration crackdown in 2026
ICE and Border Patrol get $170B through 2029, a major boost over current $19B annual budgets
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Nine killed in mass shooting at tavern near Johannesburg
This was the second major mass shooting reported in South Africa this month
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US intercepts oil tanker off Venezuelan coast, officials confirm
It’s the second time in recent weeks that the United States has gone after a tanker near Venezuela
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Thousands mourn slain Bangladesh student leader
Tens of thousands joined funeral procession to pay respects to Sharif Osman Hadi
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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










































































































