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Traders underline need for B2B exhibitions
Say such events will provide direct access to business opportunities, innovative tech
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Trump cuts off US trade talks with Canada
Plunges relations back into chaos, shatters optimism over tariff deals
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Stock market soars 3.6% in historic rally
KSE-100 recovers sharply on ME ceasefire, budget and institutional buying
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Oil steadies on reports of OPEC+ August output hike
Crude prices were already headed for a 12% decline for the week following the cease-fire between Israel and Iran
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Budgets pass, hopes fade among ordinary citizens
People sceptical about immediate effect on strained household budgets
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Pakistan tops rankings for risk improvement
Bloomberg Intelligence cites sharpest drop in default probability among emerging markets
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Karachi slams attempt to block FCA relief
Industrialists oppose interference in NEPRA proceedings, call deferral of KE hearing unlawful
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Govt reverses tariff cuts on imports
Duties reinstated on 285 items; phased reduction plan slowed to avoid job loss
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The lives no one looks at
In a city that refuses to see them, women survive on threadbare hope, sewing stories no one stops to hear
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The day after doctrine: Russia’s nuclear dilemma & the South Asian precedent
As thresholds dissolve and deterrence becomes theatre-specific, nuclear restraint risks becoming obsolete
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Teachers in turmoil
Every summer, silence falls over classrooms with the sad sighs of teachers dismissed without warning
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The war that ended, the suffering that didn’t
In Hiroshima, John Hersey holds a mirror to today's fractured global order
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From hospital wards to AI hubs
A Pakistani doctor is redefining global health through data, dignity & a vision that sees systems as they should be
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Kashmir struggle legitimate: COAS
Field Marshal Asim says India deliberately escalating tensions
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Two arrested for human trafficking, visa fraud
The arrests were made during major operations in different parts of the city
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Govt denies PTI's claims on Bushra's health
The Punjab Home department maintained that both Khan and Bibi had been provided Class-A jail facilities
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PM holds out an olive branch to PTI
Informal exchange between PM, Gohar during NA marks apparent thaw in long deadlock
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Rain havoc grounds light aircraft in Karachi
CAA directed that all single-engine planes be grounded as a safety measure
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Power sector financial stability reviewed
The DPM/FM chaired a meeting to review matters related to the power sector
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Election Commission faces troll post-reserved seats verdict
Commission rejects 'baseless propaganda'
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Pakistan reaffirms unwavering belief in multilateralism
At 80th anniversary of UN Charter's signing, Islamabad reminds the world of Kashmir dispute
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Tarar blames Gandapur for Swat tragedy
The minister held the PTI government in K-P responsible for the tragedy, which is mourned by the entire nation
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PM hails arbitration court's supplemental award over IWT
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif expressed satisfaction over Bloomberg report on stability in Pakistani economy
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$18.7m pandemic response launched
WHO, FAO, and ADB to support 'One Health Initiative'
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Behind Wimbledon's floral magic
How Martyn Falconer readies grounds for tennis's most elegant fortnight
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Brad Pitt's Los Angeles home burglarised
Actor was travelling to promote 'F1'
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Shefali Jariwala of 'Kaanta Laga' dies aged just 42
Actor-model's sudden passing stuns fans and friends
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Louis Vuitton's ship-shaped shop wows the crowd
LVMH hopes immersive design can revive Shanghai sales
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Neeru Bajwa unfollows 'Sardaar Ji' co-star Hania
Move comes amid boycott calls for film
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Authors hit Microsoft with piracy lawsuit
New case alleges AI trained on existing books
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Prosecutors take final aim at Combs
Music mogul's fate rests on damning testimony
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Al-Hilal captain Al-Dawsari out with Injury
Meanwhile, Chelsea's travel plan derailed by group-stage slip-up
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Jamaica's Fraser-Pryce qualifies for 9th World Championships
The three-time Olympic gold medallist clocked 10.91sec to finish third in the 100m final
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Norris fastest in final Austrian GP practice
He lapped with a best time of one minute 04.324 seconds
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PHF names squad for U-18 Asia Cup
The team will depart for China on June 30
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Aus win first Test as WI batting collapses
Josh Hazlewood claimed a fifer as the hosts were bowled out for 141
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PSL 11 preparations in limbo
Key decisions remain unresolved, with the new CEO Salman Naseer yet to form his team
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Sri Lanka crush Bangladesh in second Test to seal series
The hosts completed a thumping innings and 78-run victory
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Dates for Asia Cup 2025 revealed
UAE and Sri Lanka are likely to co-host the event
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Agri sector: solving the implementation impasse
Agriculture sector this year has been poor with a fall in production of most major crops and overall growth of 0.56%
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Israel-Iran conflict — how the world will change post-war
There is all the likelihood of another sovereign state being bullied and attacked by a ruthless power
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Kashmore's criminality: a way forward?
The citizens of Kashmore recently travelled to Islamabad to protest the rampant criminality
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Climate brunt on Asia
Asia's increased vulnerability to climate change also puts some of the world's most vast mountainous areas at risk
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Heavier gas burden
The lack of a progressive taxation model and repeated reliance on indirect levies do not show fiscal prudence
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Reserved seats
This was fait accompli for PTI, as its logic and argument on the reserved seats was found untenable
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Pakistan's poverty is political
A middle-aged bakery salesman I know was earning Rs7,500 until recently
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Rivers stable, but India could trigger floods
PMD chief says another wet spell to follow current rains
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Govt hails ATC verdict in May 9 cases
PTI condemns orders as mockery of justice
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Grand jirga briefs Fazl on tribal concerns
Seeks PM's audience via JUI-F chief
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PTI Senate arrangement sparks internal dissent
Raja says party leadership struck K-P accord; Imran yet to approve deal
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DISCOs overbill consumers by Rs244b
Audit reveals systematic scam to hide losses; dead, zero-use consumers also charged
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Trade bodies advocate restoration of final tax regime
Propose gradual increase in tax rates on exports
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PSX hits record over army chief’s support for businesses
KSE-100 rises 1,202 points as investors expect strong earnings, policy easing
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NTC unveils cybersecurity plan
Secure mobile systems, upgraded firewalls to protect key institutions
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PSX loses steam as investors book profit
KSE-100 index sheds 380 points amid range-bound trading
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Rice exports to China surge 84% in first half
Higher shipments reflect Pakistan's role as key supplier, potential for deeper economic integration
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Power generation stabilises after falling for two years
Production cost goes down 2% to Rs8.6 per unit in FY25
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$10b UAE trade attracts private sector
Imports rise while exports remain flat; energy collaboration offers new potential
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Australia proposes joint ventures in mining sector
The high commissioner appreciated the recent economic strides made by Islamabad
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Pakistan-Vietnam trade to hit $1b, eyes $10b target
Both nations agree to launch Preferential Trade Agreement talks in 2025; key sectors identified for deeper cooperation
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NA panel orders sugar price probe
Committee discussed Pakistan's National Tariff Policy
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Chinese firms to retain 50% proceeds
PM forms body to oversee planning ahead of China visit; cabinet for fewer MoUs
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Gold prices jump in Pakistan following international market gains
The price of gold per tola reached Rs361,200, up by Rs3,600
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PSX loses momentum as investors opt for profit-taking
KSE-100 index sheds 380 points amid range-bound trading
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China's GDP grows 5.3% in H1 despite global headwinds
Analysts predict YoY growth in 5-5.2% range for 2025, higher than govt's target
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Victory celebration and reality check
It's time to turn triumph into transformation, sustainable efforts to address domestic woes
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Trump pulls US out of UN cultural agency UNESCO for second time
Move aligns with Trump administration's broader "America-first" foreign policy, takes effect end of next year
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Israel kills 35 in Gaza, including eight at aid sites
Health workers say starvation bringing in more patients than war injuries
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Sizewell C nuclear plant secures final go‑ahead
New nuclear plant to replace ageing ones, meet energy, climate, job goals
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Israel intercepts Yemeni missile
Missile launched in response to Israeli air attack on Hodeidah
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Bangladesh air force jet crash kills 27, mostly children
At least 88 burn victims under treatment after deadly crash, say health officials
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Iran blames EU for nuclear deal collapse
Mechanism intended to offset US sanctions never effectively materialised
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US officials blame Air India captain for crash
Early assessment of evidence suggests captain cut fuel to engines
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India seeks to recalibrate China ties
Push comes amid Trump's renewed interest in Pakistan
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India acquits 12 in deadly 2006 train blasts case
Five were sentenced to death, while the other seven were given life imprisonment
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Houthis claim drone attacks on Israel
Group attacked several targets in Israel with drones
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25 Israel backers slam Gaza 'inhumane killing'
FMs denounce 'drip feeding of aid'
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X declines to cooperate with French probe
Police can now conduct searches, wiretaps and surveillance against Musk and X executives
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19 killed as BD jet crashes into campus
The F-7 BGI jet took off at 1:06 pm from the Bangladesh Air Force base in Kurmitola
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Indian court acquits 12 in 2006 Mumbai train bombings
2006 blasts during evening rush hour left 187 dead, over 800 injured
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Trainer jet crashes in Dhaka, 19 killed
More than 50 people, including children and adults, were hospitalised with burns
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Bangladesh take second T20I for first series win over Pakistan
Jaker helped Bangladesh post 133; Faheem’s half-century in vain as Pakistan were all out for 125, losing by 8 runs
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Pak coach Hesson slams Dhaka pitch
He says the surface was 'unacceptable' for International cricket
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Asad, Taimoor, Hassan, Ruhab in quarters
Sohail University Tennis in full swing at Creek Club
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Afridi slams India over cancelled WCL match
We came here to play cricket, not politics, says former captain
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Owen shines in debut T20I for Australia
They beat West Indies by three wickets at Sabina Park
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England face dark horses Italy
The defending champions are aiming for back-to-back Women's Euro final
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Boisson wins maiden WTA title
She defeated Anna Bondar 7-5, 6-3
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Pak Shaheens begin ODI campaign in Eng today
PCB to provide match reports from the series
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Scheffler cruises to British Open title
The world number one eased to a three-under par final round of 68
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Saad's ton lifts Dhande Fighters to win
Thrilling matches seen at KPL floodlight T20 event
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Marcus Rashford completes medical ahead of Barcelona loan move
Manchester United exile Rashford will sign for the 2025-26 season, with Barcelona covering 100% of salary
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Venus Williams, 45, set for return to tennis at Citi Open
After a 16-month absence and health scare, Venus Williams returns to the WTA Tour at the Citi Open in Washington, DC
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Liverpool reach agreement with Eintracht Frankfurt for £79 million Hugo Ekitike
Liverpool will pay an initial guarantee of £69 million, with a further £10 million in add-ons
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Jon Jones responds to Dana White's comments at UFC 318
Jones expressed disappointment with White and reaffirmed his commitment to fight at UFC's 2026 White House event
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England confirmed as host for next three ICC WTC finals
ICC confirmed the decision in Singapore, rejecting BCCI's bid in the process