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NICVD to get international-standard clinical trials unit
New OPD, emergency ward, pediatric block also in progress
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Labour leaders reject Sindh labour code
NTUF, HBWWF accuse ILO and provincial governments of facilitating anti-worker reforms through backdoor tactics
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Embassy takes custody of Tunisian girl after Lyari man abandons her
The embassy has assumed full responsibility for her repatriation, and her return to Tunisia is expected in coming days
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Citizens flout ban, flock to beaches despite high tides
A man, 22-year-old Saqib Ali, drowned while swimming in the sea near Sands Pit beach on Sunday
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Civic infrastructure caves in to single rain spell
Major thoroughfares fare comparatively better, inner-city streets in a shambles
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Monsoon spell weakens as the city gets 58mm rain
New rain-bearing system may hit Karachi from July 5
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Five killed in rain-related incidents
Three die in structural collapse mishaps, two electrocuted
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Monsoon toll tops 45 as 13 perish in 24 hours
Children among victims as floods, collapses and lightning wreak havoc from Swat to Karachi
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Gas becomes dearer as 50% hike notified
The revised tariff also applies to various institutional and commercial entities
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Zardari names Dogar IHC's senior-most judge
Mohsin Kayani named senior puisne judge
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PM unveils app for self meter reading
Shehbaz says initiative a revolutionary step; Govt backs solar power as cheapest energy source
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Turkey spy chief talks Gaza truce with Hamas leader
Gaza rescuers say Israeli forces kill 23, including children
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Iran wants UN to blame Israel, US for war
Demands payment of compensation and reparations
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38 perish in Tanzania road accident
Six of the injured were still in hospital for treatment
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Ukraine withdraws from anti-landmine treaty
The withdrawal would normally come into effect six months after the notification
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'Very wealthy' group to buy TikTok: Trump
Says he will likely need 'China approval' for the sale
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France imposes smoking ban on beaches, parks
They are also unhappy that the ban does not apply to electronic cigarettes
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Fires break out as Europe heatwave intensifies
Firefighters backed by specially adapted planes were battling the blaze
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Pakistan stun Korea in Asian Youth Netball
National team outshines hosts with emphatic 91-6 win
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Swiatek hits out at 'too intense' schedule
The Pole says big names are unable to perform well due to number of WTA events before Grand Slams
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Norris cuts Piastri's lead with one-two win in Austria
The Briton posted his third win of the season after close duel with his teammate
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KBBA unveils three-month program
Sindh Basketball Association meeting set for July 1
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Chelsea overcome CWC weather delay
They defeated 10-man Benfica 4-1 to set up Palmeiras quarter-final
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Chopra warns Gambhir ahead of 2nd Test
He says the India head coach cannot escape accountability for team's struggles
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US CG Urbom all for empowering squash players
Jahangir Khan and Urbom see 2028 Olympics as a platform to promote squash
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ICC fines Sammy for umpiring criticism
He has been docked 15% of his match fee and handed one demerit point
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2nd phase of Skills Camp concludes
Third phase of Skills Development camp to feature 17 players
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PPP urged to 'quit fence-sitting'
Marri denies claims of party agreeing to join cabinet
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India again admits jet losses in Pakistan clash
Blames New Delhi's orders to avoid striking Pakistani military targets during clash
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PM calls to strengthen democratic institutions
On Parliamentarism Day, Shehbaz highlights inclusivity, gender equality and legislative progress
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Naqvi visits injured soldiers in Bannu
He added that no enemy can defeat a country that has such fearless defenders
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Fazl rejects Trump Nobel nomination
JUI-F chief says peace and Trump cannot coexist; lashes out at US, warns of 'jihad if needed'
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Two Pakistani fugitives held in Spain
Hanjra and Iqbal were arrested following Interpol red notices
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India bars Sikhs from Singh anniversary
Religious freedom advocates and Sikh leaders have strongly condemned the Indian government's decision
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Indian-sponsored terrorists eliminated in Balochistan's Duki
A sanitisation operation is currently underway to clear the area of any remaining threats
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Pak, China eye new bloc replacing SAARC
Both sides are convinced that a new organisation is need of the hour
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The hidden cost of hefty borrowing
Short-term relief risks long-term economic and strategic benefits
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Pakistan's public debt spiral
Global movement seeks just, sustainable financial solutions for developing nations
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Speculation-led recovery, not real growth
In emerging situation, challenge for govt is to jump-start economy, create jobs
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Why Pakistan struggles to grow exports
Unless bureaucratic procedures are digitised, reform frameworks will struggle to deliver results
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Budget, free market and democracy
If tariff and tax cut plan is implemented, it will create competitive economy
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Storms cause deadly structural damage
Eight killed, 27 injured across Punjab
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Dejected girl, boy commit suicide
Factory Area police conducted raids and arrested the suspect. A case was registered and an investigation was under way
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Opposition faces suspensions inside, raids outside Punjab Assembly
MPA Khalid Dogar, Sheikh Imtiaz suspended; Opposition slams police raids, alleged harassment ahead of August 5 protest
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Cabinet approves national AI policy, targets 1m professionals by 2030
Hajj policy for 2026, which includes 70% government quota and 30% private sector quota, also approved
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Capital's first model jail to become operational in 3 phases
Pilot phase to begin in August with complete functionality expected by January 2026
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Iran's Pezeshkian to visit Pakistan on August 2
This will mark President Pezeshkian’s first visit to Pakistan and second by an Iranian president in the past two years
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Pakistan rejects India’s 'Operation Sindoor' claims as baseless, provocative
Islamabad condemns India’s unilateral actions after Pahalgam attack as 'judge, jury, and executioner' behaviour
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Military's anti-terrorism operations eroding public trust: Gandapur
K-P CM stands by APC decisions on security but seeks 'consultations' instead of imposition
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Sindh CM announces 14-Day Independence celebrations
Pakistan's decisive May response drives celebrations under “Marka-e-Haq”
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QAU students shifted to judicial lockup
Imaan Mazari, Hadi Ali Chattha denied access to detained students
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LHC suspends by-poll schedule for NA-175
PTI's Jamshed Dasti's challenged disqualification by ECP before court's Multan bench
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Heavy rainfall disrupts daily life in twin cities
Local authorities, WASA remain on high alert
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Field Marshal reaffirms commitment to eliminating terrorism, uplifting Balochistan
COAS stresses unified national anti-terrorism efforts as 'terrorists know no bounds of religion, sect, or ethnicity'
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Chahan Dam breach sparks fresh fears
Four days ago, intense rainfall led to the breach, triggering flash floods that damaged six homes
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SC adjourns Imran bail case till August 12
Raja requested the court to reschedule the hearing for the following week
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Kundi exchanges pleasantries with Iran, Afghan envoys
Iranian Consul General also spoke about the expected visit of the Iranian President to Pakistan
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PO nabbed in Bannu
DPO praised the successful operation and commended the SHO and his team
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PSX closes up as State Bank leaves rate unchanged
KSE-100 index gains 447 points, aided by interest in bank stocks
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SBP keeps interest rate at 11%
Economic growth forecast at 3.25% to 4.25% for ongoing fiscal year
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Pakistan top supplier of boiled beef to China
Beef exports surge 139% in value in H1 2025 as Pakistani meat gains popularity
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Central bank likely to reduce rate by 50 bps
Analysts believe slowing inflation, improved external account give SBP room to cut
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PSX dips on monetary policy uncertainty
Early optimism about Pak-US trade deal evaporates; KSE-100 falls 1,415 points
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Initiative taken to expand shipping fleet by 600%
The deals were finalised days after a high-level policy meeting
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Farmers suffer Rs1.26tr blow
Agri-sector on verge of collapse in wake of govt indifference, policy failures
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Power consumers to get Rs53b refund
NEPRA will hold public hearing on provision of relief due to lower capacity charges
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Crackdown pushes dollar trade online
Shadow deals thrive on digital networks as buyers seek to dodge taxes, paperwork, and currency limits
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Pakistan-Kyrgyzstan trade, investment forum held
FPCCI hosts delegation; CPEC route suggested for Kyrgyz trade expansion
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SBP bought $7.2b from Jun'24-Apr'25
Rupee remains under pressure as businesspeople allege currency being held artificially strong; dollar is around Rs260
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IMF puts growth below govt target
Sees growth at 3.6% against official estimate of 4.2%, diplomats air concerns
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Local beverage maker introduces industry-first sustainable PET bottle
Advanced eco-friendly PET bottle design that uses 8–10% less plastic than conventional bottles
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Petrol price likely to drop by up to Rs10
Following approval from PM, finance ministry to issue official notification regarding new prices starting August 1
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Govt to offer electric bikes on two-year instalments
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to unveil new EV policy on Independence Day
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No YouTube for under-16s as Australia broadens social media ban
Australian government reversed course after survey found 37% of minors reported harmful content on video-sharing site
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Trump says US to impose 25% tariff on India from Aug 1
US President says India will also face unspecified penalty on August 1
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At least 16 Palestinians, including 13 aid seekers, killed in Israeli attacks
France, 14 other countries issue joint appeal for the recognition of Palestine as sovereign state
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Sindh govt sets minimum wage at Rs40,000
New wage policy guarantees Rs192 per hour for hourly workers
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Hawaii updates tsunami alert after Russia’s Kuril Islands earthquake
Hawaii revised its alert after a major Pacific quake near Russia’s Kuril Islands prompted widespread response.
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Trump to India: Trade deal by Aug 1 or face tariffs
India plans broader trade talks with US mid-August, aims for deal by October
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8.8-magnitude quake strikes Russia’s Far East
Japan, Hawaii order evacuations, Tsunami warnings issued in Mexico, Ecuador, China, Chile, Costa Rica
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Oprah Winfrey responds to backlash over alleged claims of private Maui road closure
Reports suggest Oprah Winfrey opened private Maui road after backlash over closure amid Hawaii tsunami warning.
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California under tsunami advisory after Russia quake
A powerful earthquake near Russia has prompted tsunami alerts along California’s coast and across the Pacific.
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Rain, landslides kill over 30 in China
The death toll was highest in Miyun, a northeastern subu
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NY mass shooter blamed NFL for his brain injuries
The attacker shot a police officer outside the tower on Park Avenue
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Lebanon sentences six Hezbollah men
Hezbollah's media office did not immediately respond to a request for comment
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UK unveils plan to recognise Palestine
Starmer says to go ahead unless Israel agrees to Gaza ceasefire
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Global monitor seeks to avert Gaza famine
Death toll hits 60,000 as Israel resists ceasefire calls
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18 migrants die in Libya shipwreck
The diplomat said 10 bodies were identified and transferred back home
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Olympic biathlon champion confirmed dead after Pakistan mountaineering accident
German mountaineer was confirmed dead after being hit by falling rocks on Pakistani mountain
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Veteran Vos takes women's Tour de France yellow
The former world champion moved six seconds ahead of Mauritius' Kim
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Nasir Academy wins boys' title
SSWMB Intra-Academy B'ball concludes
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Footballer Maha highlights Gaza's plea for aid
The football referee says a lack of clean water is causing the rapid spread of diseases
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Popovici wins 200m freestyle gold at WAC
The Olympic champion almost pulled out of the contest, but claimed it in 1min 43.53 sec
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London parade welcome Eng after Euro win
They defeated Spain on penalties to secure their second straight European title
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NZ suffer Latham blow ahead of first Zim Test
White-ball skipper Mitchell Santner will lead the side in the series opener
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Hope eyes redemption in Pakistan T20Is
He expressed disappointment over his side's inability to produce a complete performance
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Australia sweep WI in T20Is
They chased a 171-run target with three overs to spare
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Pak to oppose ICC's new Test system
The proposal seeks to divide the current nine-team format into two divisions
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Gaza's Maha seeks help amid blockade
The football referee described unliveable conditions in Gaza as she battles for survival
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Khabib’s quest for Pakistani meal ended with removal from Frontier flight
Khabib Nurmagomedov was removed from a Frontier Airlines flight in January, and has now revealed why he was travelling
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Australia complete 5-0 thrashing of West Indies in T20I series
Australia won the final match of the series, chasing a target of 171 in 17 overs, to complete the clean sweep
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Pakistan begin training in Lauderhill for T20I series against West Indies
The squad landed in USA ahead of first T20I scheduled for July 31