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In the line of fire
Why the Gul Plaza fire was a predictable result of blocked exits and governance failure
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Losing trained nurses
Sindh trains nurses at great cost, yet offers few jobs, fuelling unemployment, accelerating brain drain
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Unchanged policy rate
By holding rates steady, the SBP prioritised stability, inflation control over premature economic stimulus
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Dual nationality enigma
Dual citizenship undermines state loyalty when held by officials
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Woman as a divine blessing
The evolution of women's rights from pre-Islamic subjugation
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LHC directs trial court to decide Ali Zafar’s defamation case against Meesha Shafi within 30 days
Court upholds order, saying restriction on statements until the conclusion of the trial is both legal and justified
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Pakistan, UAE presidents committed to peace, stability while taking stock of regional developments
President Zardari and Sheikh Mohamed review full spectrum of bilateral cooperation
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PHC restrains ECP from action against K-P CM Sohail Afridi
Seeks ECP notice record on Haripur by-poll remarks; dismisses opposition’s contempt plea as non-maintainable
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Year's first rabies-related death reported in Karachi
More than 3,400 dog bite cases registered in the city so far in January
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Senate committee moves to cancel arms licences of non-tax filers
Minister says current govt has stricter policy, prohibited-bore licences issued only to eligible individuals
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Army relief operations underway as severe winter weather hits Balochistan, K-P
Army troops, rescue teams evacuating local residents and tourists trapped in the snow
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K-P CM doubles down, calls Khyber jirga meeting for Sunday to settle Tirah displacement controversy
Claims tribal elders were forced to evacuate homes during harsh winter despite not agreeing, citing orders
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'Doomsday Clock' moves closer to midnight, a year into Trump term
The announcement comes a year into Trump's term, marked by unilateral attacks and global norm breaks
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China calls for closer defence ties with Russia in ministers' talks
Says both should 'jointly enhance the ability to respond to various risks and challenges'
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Punjab CM gives one-month deadline to install fire hydrants in commercial buildings
Approves foam generators to douse fires, orders smoke detectors in buildings; declares use of AI mandatory in schools
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Senior citizens in capital to get 25% discounts on services under new bill
NA committee approves Islamabad Senior Citizenship Bill 2025, offering discount on range of govt and private services
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Firefighters order evacuation as heatwave bakes Australia
Bureau of Meteorology says temperatures in Walpeup and Hopetoun, NW Victoria, reached 48.9°C
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PMEX suspends silver futures trading amid sharp price surge
Pakistan Mercantile Exchange says trading will resume once market conditions stabilise
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PMD rejects claims linking El Nino, La Nina to current cold wave in Pakistan
PMD spokesperson says if La Niña were active, many cities would not see rains during winter season
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Trump says Iran wants talks as US aircraft carrier deploys
Analysts say options include strikes on military facilities or targeted hits against Iran's leadership
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President Xi says China seeks to uphold UN-based world order
His comments follow Trump’s unveiling of a “Board of Peace”, sparking fears it could rival the United Nations
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Napoli staring at Champions League elimination
They only have eight points from seven matches
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Zverev blasts into Australian Open semi-finals
He sent down 24 aces in a 6-3, 6-7 (5/7), 6-1, 7-6 (7/3) victory over Learner Tien
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Sabalenka powers into semi-finals as Melbourne braces for 45C
She tamed 18-year-old American Iva Jovic 6-3, 6-0
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Christian Horner eyeing F1 return
Alpine finalized the sale of a 24% stake to American sports-investment firm
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Sindh denies withdrawal of security from MQM-P leaders, calls report 'baseless, misleading'
Home minister says no instructions issued regarding withdrawal of security from any political personality
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KSE-100 loses 385 points to close at 188,202 in volatile session
Macroeconomic uncertainty kept PSX volatile a day after SBP held the policy rate at 10.5%
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Hamas seeks role for its police in Gaza ahead of disarmament talks, sources say
A 20-point plan calls for Gaza governance to pass to the US-backed NCAG, a technocratic body excluding Hamas
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Sameer, Subhan power Pakistan to dominant eight-wicket win against NZ in U19 WC
Subhan’s four-for helps Pakistan bowl out Kiwis for 110 in Super Six, Pakistan easily chase target with Sameer’s 76
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PTI voices concern over Imran’s eye condition, demands immediate treatment
Says Imran has been diagnosed with CRVO in right eye, a condition causing dangerous blockage in retinal vein
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In possible thaw, Trump and Minnesota governor talk after fatal shooting
US immigration agents face backlash after Minneapolis killings
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US security team flags drone threat
The threat of drone attacks has drawn growing attention since the war in Ukraine
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Alcaraz tames De Minaur to reach Australian Open semi-finals
He defeated Alex de Minaur to book date with Zverev
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Gauff dumped out by Svitolina
She marched into the semi-finals for the first time
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School materials allowed into Gaza after two years of Israeli blockages, UN agency says
Thousands of kits, including pencils, exercise books, wooden cubes, have now entered the enclave, UNICEF said
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Luke Ronchi appointed head coach of Islamabad United
“Luke Ronchi is Islamabad United through and through, a true sheru” says Naqvi
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Zohran Mamdani crashes The Tonight Show to join Jimmy Fallon’s “It’s so cold” running joke
The mayor appeared unexpectedly, joining Fallon’s cold-weather joke
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Asif rules out military operation in Tirah; terms displacement ‘routine’ seasonal migration
Criticises K-P govt for making situation controversial;
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Punjab bans private schools from forcing parents to buy supplies from selected shops
Education dept calls practice illegal, warns of strict action on violations
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Gold prices fall while silver hits new highs in local markets
Price per 10 grams declines by Rs1,286
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Punjab Police seek Rs238m for bulletproof vehicles for ATC judges
Proposal for 11 luxury vehicles sent to CM Maryam Nawaz amid security threats
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Federal Constitutional Court upholds super tax, dismisses all petitions
FCC confirms parliament's authority to levy taxes through legislation
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'Guest House' actor Khalid Hafeez Khan passes away
The veteran actor was best known for his role as Mr. Shamim in the PTV drama 'Guest House'
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What is Pakistan getting into with Trump’s Gaza ‘Board of Peace’?
Ministers frame it as diplomacy, while critics warn the plan centralises control and sidelines Palestinian agency
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Gul Plaza sealed as Sindh cabinet approves Rs10m compensation for each victim
Cabinet okays alternative commercial spaces within two months, plus Rs500,000 immediate support for bills, home costs
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One dead, several injured as heavy snow, rain disrupt Balochistan
Rain causes 24 feeders of QESCO to trip; ice disrupts traffic on key routes including N-50
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'Aik Aur Pakeezah' reveals how quickly privacy collapses in Pakistan’s digital age
The drama follows leads Pakeezah and Faraz as they become victims of cybercrime after a private video is leaked
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Azerbaijan arrests three over planned attack on foreign embassy in Baku
Suspects had been arrested on charges of 'preparation for terrorism' on basis of religious hostility, say authorities
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Karachi walls call for federal, military control as tensions rise after Gul Plaza fire
MQM-P steps up criticism of Sindh govt as security is withdrawn from party leaders
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PMD forecasts temperature rise in Karachi from Wednesday
Weather in other districts of the province is expected to remain cold to very cold
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Revised 'Mera Ghar' scheme approved
Project is intended to facilitate the transportation of indigenous coal to power plants and industrial sectors
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Nationwide ban on drone flying imposed
Authorities have been directed to initiate immediate action against any violations
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Petrol price may rise by Rs5/litre
Price of kerosene oil is likely to increase by Rs6.88 per litre
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No compromise on Pakistan's defence: Kundi
'The entire nation stands shoulder-to-shoulder with its brave forces,' he added
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Overseas employment rises 19%: report
Inflation at 5.8%, remittances up but FDI drops 41% and exports decline
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Politicians close ranks for national security
Express divergent views to defuse crisis, ranging from forceful retaliation to restraint and dialogue
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World appeals for calm amid escalation
Allies offer mediation as UN urges restraint and respect for human rights
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SC office returns Imran hospital transfer plea
CJP urges PTI to approach IHC, says SC has no jurisdiction
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Hours-long blasts rock Kabul after depot strike
Taliban regime officials confirmed air raids deep inside Afghanistan — as far as capital Kabul
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Govt, opposition open formal channel
Achakzai meets Sana as dialogue gains traction
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Asif declares 'open war' with Taliban regime
Asif accused the Taliban of becoming an Indian proxy after the withdrawal of foreign forces in 2021
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Relentless reckoning for Taliban
DG ISPR says enemy conducted incursions at 53 locations across 15 sectors; 297 Taliban operatives killed
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Economy may stay weak for 6 months
Majority of survey respondents expect no improvement in economic conditions
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FBR misses revised target by Rs450b
IMF review due as govt raises oil levy, cuts uplift spending to protect surplus
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SPI up 4.2% on flour, power rates
Weekly inflation eases 0.54% over falling tomato, potato prices
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Rs221b given under youth loan
Meeting discusses revising annual sales turnover threshold for SMEs
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Islamic interbank activity hits Rs151b in Feb
Rupee inches up to 279.47 against dollar as gold holds at Rs540,562/tola
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Germany proposes CISTA climate data project
German, Pakistan cooperation covers climate adaptation, resilience
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Influx of Chinese EVs worries local auto industry
While affordable electric mobility is welcome, unchecked imports may hurt manufacturers, say experts
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Govt pushes potato exports to clear surplus stocks
Minister seeks freight relief, faster logistics to tap Central Asian markets
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Afghanistan conflict weighs on PSX
KSE-100 dips 831 points, recovers from 3,081-point intra-day plunge
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Textile exporters flag taxes, energy costs
Minister forms panel on Export Facilitation Scheme, backs LC reforms for MSMEs
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PSX volatile amid Afghanistan escalation
KSE-100 recovers from 3,000-point plunge before partial recovery, exchange logs fifth negative week
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Gold stable, silver rises in local and international markets
Price of gold per ounce holds steady at $5,178
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Banks provide Rs882.4bn in SME financing to over 300,000 borrowers
Meeting focused on improving access to financing, with new definition, expanded scope proposed for SMEs
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Big firms urge IMF policy certainty
Mission chief stresses phased growth as firms flag taxes, energy costs and export slowdown
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57.5% NFC share 'untouchable'
Punjab offers to share debt burden; K-P, Sindh insist on constitutional limits
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Trump says force remains option
Trump confirmed that further discussions on Iran would take place later in the day, without specifying participants
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PM to visit Russia on March 3-5, RIA says
Both the countries enjoy close, friendly and cooperative relations
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Dar warns against de facto annexation in West Bank
DPM slams Israeli plans, calls for Ummah unity to safeguard Palestinian rights
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IAEA schedules Iran ‘technical’ talks on March 2
Nuclear watchdog urges Tehran to cooperate constructively
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Clinton denies wrongdoing at grilling on Epstein ties
Former president tells lawmakers he broke ties before disgraced billionaire’s conviction
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IAEA report says Iran must allow inspections, points at Isfahan
Says matter of concern that Iran has never provided access to its fourth declared enrichment facility
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Pakistani airstrike on Kabul ammo depot triggered hours of secondary blasts
The strike revived memories of past conflicts for residents of Afghan capital
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India court acquits Modi opponent Kejriwal in graft case
'Truth has won,' Kejriwal says after verdict as he accuses Modi, Amit Shah of 'political conspiracy' to finish AAP
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Russia, China, Iran urge restraint as Pakistan strikes Afghanistan
Moscow offers to mediate if asked, while Iran steps in after Islamabad declares 'open war'
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Iran urges US to drop ‘excessive demands’ to reach deal
Military buildup shadows fragile US–Iran diplomacy
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Trump Iranian missile claim unsupported by US intelligence, say sources
US agencies see no evidence that Iran can soon target the American mainland
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UN rights chief says Taliban decree expands executions, deepens repression
Taliban has restricted women's movements, barred girls from education beyond primary school since coming to power
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Poland plans social-media ban for children under 15
Civic Coalition will present draft outline on Friday, fines planned for platforms accessible to younger users
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Taliban urged to rescind decree on executions
Turk says a decree signed by Hibatullah Akhundzada last month defines several crimes and punishments
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How Pakistan can qualify for T20 World Cup semi-finals after New Zealand loss?
A win over Sri Lanka would tie Pakistan with New Zealand on points, with net run rate deciding semi-final progression
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England's thrilling win over New Zealand keeps Pakistan alive in T20 World Cup
The top two sides will qualify for the semis
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Pakistan promise final flourish as they await T20 World Cup fate
They need a big victory to sneak into the final four
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Gerrys clinch 14th UAE Ambassador’s Cup football title
Khayam Khattak scored a hat-trick while Saqib Anwar added another goal
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Real Madrid face Man City, PSG draw Chelsea in Champions League last 16
This is the eighth season in which the teams have played each other since 2012
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Bezzecchi beats Marquez in practice
He roared round the Buriram course in 1 min 28.526 sec
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Amorim axe could cost Man Utd £16mn
His turbulent 14-month reign came to an end on January
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India aim for 'fearless cricket'
They will face the West Indies in a virtual semi-final of the T20 World Cup
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BVB’s Kobel relishing Bayern showdown
He hopes Bayern’s visit will provide the spark for his side to save their season
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Palace battle into Conference League last 16
Fiorentina survive huge scare against Jagiellonia Bialystok
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Arsenal face Chelsea title test
Manchester City can keep the pressure on the Gunners with a win at Leeds
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Barca strikers firing blanks as Villarreal visit
Coach Hansi Flick has rotated between Robert Lewandowski and Ferran Torres
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Marseille look for way out of crisis against bitter rivals Lyon
Both are fighting for the last automatic Champions League qualifying berth
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India thrash Zimbabwe in T20 World Cup, S.Africa into semi-finals
Defending champions score 256-4, restrict Zimbabwe to 184-6 in Chennai to win by 72 runs
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South Africa thrash West Indies in T20 World Cup statement win
Captain Aiden Markram smashed an unbeaten 82 in nine-wicket win


































































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