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Lahore High Court refers 18 Punjab Property Ownership Act cases to full bench

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The Lahore High Court (LHC) has referred 18 additional petitions challenging actions under the Punjab Property Ownership Act to a full bench, after the...
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ECP hearing against KP CM Sohail Afridi Postponed to January 13

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Peshawar: The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has postponed the hearing of a case against Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi and Shehnaz Omar...
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Govt to earn Rs 55 billion from PIA privatization, says Adviser

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Adviser to the Privatization Commission, Muhammad Ali, along with Federal Minister for Information Ata Tarar, said at a press conference that the government prioritized...
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Digital media played key role during Pak-India tensions, Says Federal Minister

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Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Ataullah Tarar has said that digital media played an effective and important role during the recent tensions between...
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Islamabad traffic police reports 45% drop in violations in 2025

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Islamabad Traffic Police have released their performance audit report for the year 2025. According to the report, traffic violations decreased by 45 percent, while the...
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China firmly opposed to U.S. arbitrary tariff levies, suppressing industries: spokesperson

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BEIJING: China is firmly opposed to the U.S. arbitrary levy of tariffs to hold back Chinese industries groundlessly, a foreign ministry spokesperson said on...
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Pakistan-China TVET forum boost bilateral skill development

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BEIJING (Internews): The embassy of Pakistan in Beijing successfully hosted its 2nd Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Forum on Tuesday with a...
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Pakistan Study Centre inaugurates at Shandong University

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BEIJING (Internews): The Pakistan Study Centre at Shandong University was officially inaugurated on Monday by Pakistani ambassador Khalil Hashmi, in the presence of Executive...
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Over 1.5 million tourists visit Azad Kashmir in 2025

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The scenic Kashmir valley known for its lush green mountains, dense forests, waterfalls, flowing rivers and historical sites continues to attract tourists from across...
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Punjab CM says court stay will benefit land grabbers

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Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz on Monday reacted strongly to the suspension of a bill aimed at resolving long-pending property disputes within 90 days,...
China

Xi urges central SOEs to contribute more to Chinese modernization

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BEIJING: Chinese President Xi Jinping has called on the state-owned enterprises (SOEs) directly administered by the central government to better serve the overall work...
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Pakistan U-19 Asia Cup champions depart for Zimbabwe ahead of tri-series

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Pakistan’s victorious Under-19 cricket team, fresh from their Asia Cup triumph over India, will depart for Zimbabwe tonight to participate in upcoming international competitions. The...
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Pakistan women’s cricketer Sidra Nawaz ties the knot in Lahore

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Pakistan women’s cricket team’s prominent wicketkeeper-batter Sidra Nawaz has married Ghiyas Khan, embarking on a new journey in her personal life. The Nikah ceremony took...
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Ronaldo impressed by natural beauty of Saudi Red Sea residences

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Global football legend Cristiano Ronaldo and his partner Georgina Rodriguez have purchased two luxury villas in Saudi Arabia, media reports confirmed. The properties are part...
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ECB to investigate England players’ alleged heavy drinking during Ashes tour

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The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) has announced an investigation into allegations of excessive alcohol consumption by England players during the Ashes series...
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Pakistan to report Indian players’ behavior in U-19 final to ICC

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Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Mohsin Naqvi said that Indian players provoked Pakistani players during the Under-19 Asia Cup final and that the matter...
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Pakistan rowers dominate Thailand International Regatta with 14 golds

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Pakistani rowers delivered an outstanding performance at the Thailand International Rowing Regatta, winning a total of 20 medals, including 14 golds, across various categories. The...
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Pakistan’s foreign reserves reach record high, global agencies praise economy

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Pakistan’s foreign exchange reserves have reached their highest level in history, reflecting renewed investor confidence and improving macroeconomic stability, according to officials and international...
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Chairman easypaisa highlights scale and capital gap in Pakistan’s tech sector

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Board Chairman of easypaisa Irfan Wahab Khan said Pakistan’s technology sector does not suffer from a lack of ideas but faces serious challenges in...
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Pakistan Stock Exchange ranks among world’s top-performing markets

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Positive outcomes of the government’s economic reforms have begun to emerge in Pakistan, with the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) ranking among the world’s best-performing...
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Usman Dar moves LHC to remove name from Exit Control List

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Former federal minister Usman Dar has approached the Lahore High Court seeking removal of his name from the Exit Control List (ECL). A bench headed...
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Sargodha gets advanced cardiology facility after major investment

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The Nawaz Sharif Institute of Cardiology in Sargodha has been completed, marking a major milestone in healthcare infrastructure for the Sargodha division. The hospital,...
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New rainfall system expected in Punjab from December 27

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After passing through Punjab, a rain-bearing weather system has moved on, bringing the region back to dry and cold conditions. Dense fog continues to affect...
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Justice rules workplace harassment jurisdiction not limited to office

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The Lahore High Court on Tuesday has upheld the decision of the Punjab Ombudsman to terminate the employment of the Director of Management at...
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Google trends 2025: Politicians and actors dominate Pakistani internet searches Google trends 2025: Politicians and actors dominate Pakistani internet searches

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Politician and entertainment figures dominated Pakistani internet searches in 2025, according to Google’s annual report, Year in Search 2025. Wikipedia data shows that former...
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Five drug dealers killed in alleged police encounters in Lahore

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Five suspected drug dealers were killed in alleged police encounters in Lahore during operations by CCD Chohung and CCD Iqbal Town, police said on...
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Al-Shifa Trust doctors restore eyesight of 101-year-old man

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Doctors at Al-Shifa Trust Eye Hospital have successfully restored the eyesight of a 101-year-old man after performing a complex and highly sensitive eye operation,...
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Punjab moves to recognise visually impaired as persons with disabilities

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The Punjab government has decided to formally include visually impaired individuals in the official list of persons with disabilities, aiming to extend legal recognition...
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ECP summons officials over alleged rigging in NA-185

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The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) on Tuesday summoned the Returning Officer (RO), District Returning Officer (DRO) and District Police Officer (DPO) in connection...
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Five policemen martyred in firing on police van in Karak

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Five police personnel were martyred after unidentified attackers opened fire on a police mobile in Karak district, police said on Tuesday. According to police officials,...
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Federal govt brings in over 3 Lakh tons of sugar in five months

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The federal government imported an additional 76,752 metric tons of sugar in November, according to data from the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics. During the first...
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NAB probes over Rs 40 Billion Railway land fraud across Pakistan

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Investigations have been launched by the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) into a massive fraud involving over Rs40 billion in illegal leases and land grabs...
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Pakistan crushes India to win U19 Asia Cup final

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Pakistan produced a commanding performance to defeat India in the final of the ACC Under-19 Asia Cup, securing their first title in the tournament’s...
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Australia clinches Ashes series with convincing win over England

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Australia defeated England by 82 runs in the third Test of the Ashes series to secure an unassailable 3-0 lead, cricket officials and sources...
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New Zealand openers make history with back-to-back test centuries

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New Zealand openers Tom Latham and Devon Conway created history in Test cricket by becoming the first pair to score centuries in both innings...
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Morocco’s Elyoussouf Abdelmajid wins Sukkur International Marathon

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Morocco’s Elyoussouf Abdelmajid won the second Lok Seha International Marathon held in Sukkur, completing the 42.195-kilometre course in two hours, 22 minutes, and 35...
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Customs seize smuggled Iranian fuel worth Rs165 million in Karachi

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Pakistan Customs Enforcement in Karachi seized Iranian smuggled petroleum products valued at Rs165 million during a long-duration, intelligence-based operation at the Northern Bypass, officials...
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Govt Sindh expands rabies control program with 250 centers

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The government of Sindh has announced the expansion of its rabies control program, establishing 250 treatment centers across the province and planning 20 additional...
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SBCA declares Oyster Towers unsafe, dozens of govt officers at risk

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Dozens of government officers, ranging from Grade 18 to 20 and their families are facing sudden displacement after the Sindh Building Control Authority (SBCA)...
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Intermittent rain, snow forecasted across northern and central Pakistan

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Intermittent rainfall has begun in northern and central areas of Pakistan, with meteorological authorities forecasting more rain and snow over the coming days. According to...
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Erdogan attends commissioning of Pakistan Navy’s PNS Khyber

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The commissioning ceremony of Pakistan Navy’s second MILGEM-class ship, PNS Khyber, was held at the Istanbul Naval Shipyard in Türkiye, with Turkish President Recep...
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Rare snow leopard family spotted in Hunza’s Passu Area

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In a rare and remarkable sighting, a female snow leopard was seen with her three cubs in the Passu area near Hunza, wildlife experts...
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Govt revises net metering policy for solar users nationwide

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The government has reportedly decided to revise the net metering policy for solar power consumers across the country, introducing a new regulatory framework aimed...
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Police destroy 17 bandit hideouts in Rajanpur operation

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Police destroyed 17 hideouts of suspected bandits during an overnight operation in the Katcha area of Rajanpur, as a joint action by Punjab and...
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FIA arrests LESCO official red-handed over bribe in Lahore

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The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) has arrested a LESCO official red-handed while allegedly receiving a bribe for providing a new electricity connection, officials said. According...
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UK court rewards Pakistani guard for saving 11-year-old girl

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A British court has praised the bravery of a Pakistani youth, Abdullah Tanoli, for saving the life of an 11-year-old girl during a knife...
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Fake currency scam reported at wedding ceremony in Kotri

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An unusual incident involving fake currency notes was reported during a wedding ceremony in Kotri, causing financial loss to the event’s organizers, police and...
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KP police to acquire advanced weapons, drones to counter terror threat

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The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Police have decided to procure additional modern weapons and surveillance equipment to strengthen counter-terrorism operations across the province, according to official...
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Over Rs8,400 billion transferred to KP in 15 Years: Federal govt

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The federal government has informed Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) that over Rs8,400 billion in funds have been released to the province over the past 15...
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UN chief warns Gaza crisis still dire despite famine being averted

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UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Friday warned that while famine in the Gaza Strip has been averted, the humanitarian situation remains extremely fragile, with...
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Senior TV actress claims success is a signature of her dramas

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Veteran Pakistani television actress Saba Faisal has expressed confidence that any drama featuring her is destined for success. During a recent appearance on a private...
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Yashma Gul faces backlash for bold public display at Bridal Week

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Pakistani actress and model Yashma Gul is once again facing social media criticism following a viral video from a recent Bridal Week event. Known for...
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Actress Fatima Amjad faces backlash over ramp performance

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Rising Pakistani television actress also a businesswoman and educator Fatima Amjad has recently found herself at the center of social media controversy. The actress, known...
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Rahat Fateh Ali Khan’s daughter Maheen Khan celebrates Mayun ceremony

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Celebrations are underway at the home of world-renowned singer Rahat Fateh Ali Khan as his daughter, Maheen Khan begins her wedding festivities. The traditional Mayun...
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Ducky Bhai case adjourned over non-appearance of co-accused

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YouTuber Saad Rehman, popularly known as Ducky Bhai, appeared in Lahore District Court over a case concerning promotion and inducement of certain apps. However,...
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Big Bash sees history with two centuries in one innings

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In a historic Big Bash League (BBL) match on Friday, Brisbane Heat defeated Perth Scorchers by eight wickets in a record-breaking encounter that saw...
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Pakistan U19 to face India in Asia Cup Final in Dubai

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Pakistan’s Under-19 cricket team has reached the final of the Asia Cup after defeating Bangladesh by eight wickets in the semi-final. Due to rain, the...
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National hockey players still await daily allowances

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National hockey players in Pakistan continue to await their daily allowances, sources report, with several team members relying on loans to cover routine expenses. One...
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Suryakumar Yadav to lead India in T20 World Cup 2026

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The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced India’s squad for the T20 World Cup 2026, scheduled to be held from...
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Pat Cummins matches Imran Khan’s captaincy record in tests

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Australian captain Pat Cummins equaled former Pakistan skipper Imran Khan’s record in Test cricket, achieving 150 wickets as a captain. During the Ashes series at...
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Kohistan scam suspect Qaiser Iqbal seeks Rs14 billion plea bargain

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Qaiser Iqbal, the central accused in the Kohistan financial scandal, has submitted a plea bargain request to the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) for Rs14...
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Government aims to boost SME exports, create jobs: PM

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Prime Minister Muhammad Shahbaz Sharif has emphasized that increasing exports is essential for Pakistan’s economic growth. Chairing a review meeting on national exports, the Prime...
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KP govt showcases high-tech innovations in health and education

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The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government held a high-end technology and product development exhibition at the Chief Minister’s House, showcasing local innovations in healthcare, education, and...
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Pakistan IT exports surge 19% in first five months of FY 2025-26

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Pakistan’s IT exports have shown remarkable growth, positioning the country as an emerging digital power in the region, thanks to effective policies by the...
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FIA off-loads two passengers airport over fake visas at Islamabad

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The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) Immigration wing intercepted two passengers attempting to travel abroad on fake documents at Islamabad Airport. The operation led to...
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World Bank approves $700 Million for Pakistan’s inclusive development program

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The World Bank has approved $700 million in financing for Pakistan under its multi-year Public Resources for Inclusive Development — Multiphase Programmatic Approach (PRID-MPA),...
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Asifa Bhutto inaugurates free cardiac hospital in Shaheed Benazirabad

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First Lady and Member of the National Assembly Bibi Asifa Bhutto Zardari on Friday inaugurated the Sindh Institute of Cardiovascular Diseases (SICVD) Shaheed Benazirabad,...
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Govt unveils plan to make Kohsar Complex clean and smoke-free

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The government has unveiled a comprehensive plan to transform the Kohsar Complex into a clean, green and smoke-free government facility, focusing on improved cleanliness,...
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Imran Khan, Bushra Bibi sentenced to 17 years in Toshakhana-II case

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The Special Judge Central, Arjumand Shah sentenced former Prime Minister Imran Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi to 17 years in prison each in...
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Commerce Minister launches Pakistan’s first horticulture podcast

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Federal Minister for Commerce Jam Kamal Khan on Friday inaugurated the first-ever podcast series launched under the Ministry of Commerce, aimed at promoting innovation,...
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CCP calls for reforms to tackle adulterated farm sprays

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The Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) has released a market review report on agricultural pesticides and crop sprays, warning that the widespread presence of...
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Rain brings relief to Balochistan After long dry spell

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After a prolonged dry period, rainfall has finally arrived in Balochistan, bringing relief and pleasant weather to several parts of the province. Light rain was...
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Massive forest fires erupt across Hazara Division

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A massive forest fire has broken out at multiple locations across the Hazara Division, engulfing large stretches of dense woodland and nearby areas, prompting...
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Dense fog shuts motorways across Punjab

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Several cities across Punjab remain under the grip of dense fog, severely reducing visibility and forcing the closure of key motorways at multiple points. According...
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Matiullah Jan Challenges drug, terror charges in Islamabad High Court

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Senior journalist Matiullah Jan has challenged a trial court order in the Islamabad High Court, seeking the dismissal of drug-related charges in a case...
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Moderate earthquake jolts Islamabad and surrounding areas

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Islamabad and several parts of northern Pakistan were shaken by an earthquake on Saturday night, triggering brief panic among residents, though no casualties or...
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Pakistan, Tajikistan agree to strengthen cultural and media ties

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Pakistan and Tajikistan have agreed to enhance cooperation in cultural and media sectors and promote stronger public engagement between the two countries. Federal Information Minister...
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Atta Tarar says Toshakhana-II 17-year sentence to follow £190 million case term

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Federal Information Minister Atta Tarar confirmed that the 17-year prison sentence in the Toshakhana-II case against former PTI leader Imran Khan and his wife...
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Sindh govt seeks federal help to track Karachi extortionists abroad

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The Sindh government has written to the federal authorities seeking assistance in apprehending extortionists operating from abroad, following an increase in complaints from builders...
China

China’s clean power shift hailed as scientific breakthrough, spotlighting global leadership

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BEIJING: China's unprecedented renewable energy expansion has drawn global scientific acclaim, with top academic journals Science and Nature highlighting this week the country's clean...
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Profit-taking ahead of roll-over week pulls PSX into the red

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The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) ended Friday’s session in the red as investors resorted to profit-taking ahead of the upcoming roll-over week, despite the...
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Pakistan hockey team Manager allegedly offloaded over in-flight smoking incident

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Pakistan hockey team manager Anjum Saeed was allegedly offloaded from a flight while returning from an overseas tour after being accused of smoking onboard,...
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IHC rejects Athletics Federation plea against Coach Salman Butt

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The Islamabad High Court has dismissed a petition filed by the Pakistan Athletics Federation challenging the removal of a lifetime ban imposed on coach...
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Foreign player registration opens for PSL 11

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Registration of foreign players has officially begun for the 11th edition of the Pakistan Super League, according to the Pakistan Cricket Board. Officials said foreign...
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Nadia Afghan criticises Punjab Government over tree cutting

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Senior Pakistani actress Nadia Afghan has expressed strong anger over the cutting of trees in Punjab, criticising the provincial government in a video shared...
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Mawra Hussain says she fell in love with Ameer Gilani first

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Renowned Pakistani actress Mawra Hussain has revealed that she was the first to develop feelings for actor Ameer Gilani, sharing personal details about their...
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Popular YouTuber Ducky Bhai returns to platform amid controversy

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Pakistani YouTuber Saad Ur Rehman, widely known as Ducky Bhai, has made a high-profile return to YouTube following his release on bail earlier this...
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Ronaldo joins fast and furious final film

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Cristiano Ronaldo, the world-famous football star, is set to appear in the latest installment of the “Fast and Furious” franchise. According to media reports,...
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Pakistan, Australia pledge to strengthen bilateral ties and trade

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Ambassador Tim Kane, the newly appointed High Commissioner of Australia, paid a courtesy call on Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif at the Prime Minister's...
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Pakistan urges global action against India over Indus Waters Treaty violations

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Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister has called on the international community to take urgent action against India over what Islamabad describes as...
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President Zardari welcomes UN report condemning India’s actions

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President Asif Ali Zardari has welcomed the report issued by United Nations human rights experts, which raises serious concerns over India’s military actions against...
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Islamabad IG grants direct powers to SHOs for financial fraud cases

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In response to a rising number of financial fraud and transaction-related cases, the Islamabad Inspector General (IG) has announced a major procedural change. Under the...
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Flour prices spike in Quetta, citizens struggle to cope

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Flour prices in Quetta have surged dramatically, adding to the hardships of citizens already burdened by rising inflation. Market sources reported that in a...
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Customs enforcement seizes smuggled goods worth Rs 240 million in Quetta

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Quetta Customs Enforcement has seized smuggled goods valued at approximately Rs 240 million, officials said on Friday. The confiscated items included skimmed milk powder, auto...
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KP CM blames federal govt for tribal district development delays

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Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi said on Friday that the lack of development in tribal districts is due to the federal government’s failure...
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PM calls for removal of encroachments to improve urban infrastructure

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Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday said that cities and towns cannot be properly designed or provided with improved infrastructure unless encroachments are removed,...
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Punjab moves to tighten laws against land grabbing, property fraud

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The Punjab government has finalized preparations for strict new legislation aimed at curbing land grabbing and fraud in the buying and selling of residential...
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IHC approves early hearing plea in Khawaja Asif-Shaukat Khanum case

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The Islamabad High Court on Friday approved a request for early hearing filed by the founder of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf against a sessions court verdict...
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Massive forgery uncovered in Karachi sub-registrar office

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Karachi authorities have uncovered large-scale forgery in property records at the Sub-Registrar Office in Jamshed Town. A high-level inquiry revealed 24 fake sale deeds...
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Three drug dealers killed in alleged police encounters in Lahore

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Lahore police said three suspected drug dealers were killed in alleged encounters with the Counter Crime Department (CCD) in Batta Pur and Iqbal Town...
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