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Israr Khattak wins BYD Karachi Marathon amid 6,500 runners

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The BYD Karachi Marathon kicked off from Nishan-e-Pakistan on Sunday, drawing over 6,500 participants, including women, children, and international runners from 25 countries. The marathon...
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Bondi Beach hero Ahmed Al Ahmed honored at SCG

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Ahmed Al Ahmed, the hero who saved lives during the December 14 shooting at Bondi Beach, was given a standing ovation at the Sydney...
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India rejects Bangladesh’s request to shift T20 World Cup matches

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The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has formally requested the International Cricket Council (ICC) to move its T20 World Cup 2026 league matches from India...
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China calls on U.S. to release Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife at once

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BEIJING: China called on the United States to release Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife at once, said a Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson...
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Bangladesh pulls out of India for T20 World Cup due to security concerns

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Bangladesh has announced that its cricket team will not travel to India for the T20 World Cup 2026 due to security concerns, officials confirmed...
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US Afghanistan report: over $907 billion spent, Afghan state weakness revealed

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The U.S. Special Inspector General for Afghanistan released its final report on the 20-year war and reconstruction, revealing that American actions and negotiations with...
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Protests erupt in Manhattan against U.S. action in Venezuela

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Hundreds of people took to the streets of Manhattan on Saturday to protest against the U.S. military operation that led to the capture of...
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142 Million domestic trips taken during China’s new year holiday

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A total of 142 million domestic travel trips were made during the three-day New Year holiday period, which ended on Saturday, with total tourism...
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Interior Minister orders crackdown on money laundering, human smuggling

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Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has ordered decisive action against mafias involved in money laundering, human smuggling, and other organized crimes, directing law enforcement...
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Punjab to build roads, housing under public-private model

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Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has approved a major shift toward public-private partnerships (PPP) for the construction, rehabilitation, and maintenance of roads, housing,...
BRI & CPEC

Pakistan, China reaffirm commitment to deepen all-weather strategic partnership

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BEIJING (Internews): Deputy prime minister/ foreign minister of Pakistan senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar met the Executive Vice Premier of China, Ding Xuexiang, in Beijing...
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Uzbekistan’s Macro-Economy 2025 and Future Strategic Priorities: An Expert Opinion 

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It seems that macro-economy of the Republic of Uzbekistan has been further developed, diversified, stable and sustainable achieving new heights of GDP, GNP, CPI,...
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Punjab Revenue Authority sees 35% surge in first-half collections

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The Punjab Revenue Authority (PRA) has recorded a historic increase in tax collection during the first half of the current fiscal year following recent...
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President signs CDA Amendment Bill 2025 into law

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Following the advice of the Prime Minister, President Asif Ali Zardari has signed the Capital Development Authority (CDA) Amendment Bill 2025, and the government...
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Pakistan successfully tests indigenous Taimur missile, strengthens defense capabilities

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Pakistan has successfully conducted the flight test of its indigenously developed Taimur Weapon System, marking a significant milestone in the country’s aerospace and defense...
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FIA Lahore Zone arrests 726 suspects, recovers over Rs3.77 billion in 2025

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The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) Lahore Zone arrested 726 suspects in 2025, including 130 wanted criminals, according to an official performance report released by...
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Only 3 of 11 Pakistan Railways trains attract bids in outsourcing drive

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Pakistan Railways’ recent attempt to outsource eleven passenger trains has met with limited success, as only three trains attracted bids from private companies, while...
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Russia says U.S. military operation against Venezuela has no legal basis

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A U.S. military operation against Venezuela has no legitimate basis as the South American country has posed no threat to the United States, Konstantin...
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Iran urges UN to condemn Trump’s “Unlawful threats” amid protests

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Iran’s United Nations ambassador Amir Saeed Iravani, has written to UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres and the president of the UN Security Council, calling on...
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Saudi Arabia to host conference on Yemen’s Southern Issue

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Saudi Arabia has announced that it will host a conference to bring together all southern factions in Yemen to discuss what it described as...
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JUI-F calls for immediate appointment of opposition leaders in NA, Senate

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The Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam-Fazl (JUI-F) has called for the immediate appointment of opposition leaders in both the National Assembly and the Senate, while also offering...
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Punjab ends free nursing education in government colleges

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The Punjab government has ended free nursing education in government-run colleges, introducing tuition fees and withdrawing stipends under a new policy issued by the...
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Pakistan welcomes Riyadh talks on Yemen, stresses peaceful resolution

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Pakistan has welcomed the decision by Yemen’s Presidential Leadership Council to hold comprehensive negotiations in Saudi Arabia, emphasizing the need for progress in a...
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Police recover four bodies from manhole on Mai Kolachi Road

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Police have recovered four bodies from a manhole near the Mai Kolachi Road crossing in Karachi, triggering a major investigation into what authorities have...
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Delays in May 9 cases denying justice, says Sheikh Rashid

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Former federal minister Sheikh Rashid on Saturday appealed to the Chief Justice of Pakistan to take up the pending appeals of accused persons in...
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Three of four bodies found in Harnai Identified

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Authorities have identified three of the four bodies recovered from a mountainous area near Zinda Pir, about 22 kilometers from Harnai city. According to the...
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Police kill 4 gangsters in Rawalpindi shootout, recover stolen vehicles

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Police in the Saddar Baroni area on Sunday engaged a notorious inter-district robbery and hitman gang in a shootout, killing four gang members and...
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Nepal witnesses over 1.15 million foreign tourists in 2025

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Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) reported that Nepal welcomed over 1.15 million foreign tourists in 2025, marking a one percent increase compared to 2024. A total...
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Sri Lanka Navy arrests 11 Indian fishermen for illegal fishing

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The Sri Lanka Navy arrested 11 Indian fishermen for alleged illegal fishing in Sri Lankan waters on Thursday night, the navy said, according to...
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Saudi-Backed Yemeni forces launch operation against STC in Hadramout

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The Saudi-backed Yemeni government on Friday launched a military operation against the Southern Transitional Council (STC) in the southeastern oil-rich province of Hadramout, provincial...
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England calls up Potts and Basheer for Ashes finale

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England has called up Matthew Potts and Shoaib Basheer for the final Ashes Test. The England Cricket Board announced a 12-member squad for the Sydney...
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Colonel Nabeel elected President of Pakistan Taekwondo Federation

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Pakistan Taekwondo Federation (PTF) has unanimously elected Colonel Nabeel Ahmed Rana as its new president, while Najia Rasool was chosen as the general secretary. During...
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Usman Khawaja opens up on racism and challenges in Australian Cricket

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Australian Test cricketer Usman Khawaja has announced his retirement from international cricket, while also reflecting on instances of racial discrimination and expressing his disappointment...
Health

PIC performs over 2,500 heart operations, sets national record

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The Peshawar Institute of Cardiology (PIC) emerged as the leading heart hospital in Pakistan in 2025, performing more than 2,500 cardiac surgeries in a...
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KP govt orders termination of 645 employees hired during caretaker tenure

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The Higher Education Department of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has directed universities to terminate 645 employees hired during the caretaker period within 10 days, issuing instructions...
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FWO clears snow from Khunjerab Pass amid harsh winter

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Despite severe winter conditions, Frontier Works Organization (FWO) teams are working tirelessly to keep key mountain routes open, ensuring smooth commercial activity and public...
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Parliamentary Panel shortlists two candidates for PEMRA Chairperson

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A parliamentary committee comprising members of the Senate and National Assembly has shortlisted two candidates for the position of PEMRA Chairman. According to sources, the...
Business

Finance Minister praises FBR as tax revenues hit historic high

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Pakistan recorded the highest-ever tax collection for the month of December, as the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) collected Rs1,427.1 billion in December 2025,...
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Govt plans ordinance to amend Islamabad LG law

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Local government elections in the federal capital are likely to be delayed once again, as the government has decided to introduce an ordinance to...
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IHC declares arrest without due process as kidnapping

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The Islamabad High Court (IHC) has ruled that arresting an individual without following the prescribed legal process amounts to kidnapping, issuing strong observations on...
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Adil Raja, others given multiple life terms over anti-state content

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An anti-terrorism court in Islamabad has sentenced Adil Raja and several other accused to multiple life terms in a digital terrorism case involving content...
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PM links SOE privatization to economic reform vision

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Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday said the privatization of state-owned enterprises (SOEs) was a core component of the government’s broader economic reform vision,...
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PTCL group approves Rs15 billion investment in U Microfinance Bank

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PTCL Group has approved an investment of Rs15 billion, equivalent to around $53 million, in U Microfinance Bank Limited (U Bank), marking one of...
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Pakistan, India exchange annual lists of nuclear installations

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Pakistan and India have exchanged the lists of their respective nuclear installations and facilities, officials confirmed on Thursday. The exchange was conducted under the...
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KPRA sales tax on services soars by 30% in first half of FY 2025-26

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The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Revenue Authority (KPRA) has collected 23.26 billion rupees in sales tax on services during the first six months of the financial...
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Turkish demonstrators rally across Istanbul in solidarity with Gaza

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More than half a million people took to the streets of Istanbul on New Year’s Day to show solidarity with Gaza, organizers and police...
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Flash floods in Afghanistan killed 12, destroyed homes, crops

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At least 12 people have died and 11 others were injured after heavy rainfall and snowfall triggered severe flash floods across multiple provinces in...
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Pakistan hands over list of Indian prisoners to New Delhi

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The Government of Pakistan on Thursday handed over a list of 257 Indian prisoners, including 58 civilians and 199 fishermen, to the Indian High...
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NADRA ID services now available at selected E-Sahulat franchises

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NADRA has launched a pilot project allowing selected E-Sahulat franchises to provide national identity services, including reprinting and renewal of lost ID cards, officials...
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Lahore records 116 suicides in 2025

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Lahore witnessed 116 reported suicide cases during 2025, with men accounting for the majority of victims, according to data compiled by local authorities and...
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ASF seizes 118 kg drugs, 98 kg gold in 2025 nationwide airport raids

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The Airports Security Force (ASF) has released its annual figures for 2025, highlighting significant operations against smuggling at airports across Pakistan. According to the ASF,...
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KP Chief Minister Sohail Afridi announces Karachi visit on January 9

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Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi has announced that he will visit Karachi on January 9, officials confirmed on Wednesday. Afridi, who recently completed a...
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Peshawar orders crackdown on illegal transport, standardizes private taxis

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Authorities in Peshawar have launched a major initiative to regulate private taxis, curb illegal transport, and improve traffic flow across the city, officials said...
Business

Small Traders declare 2025 worst year for business and economy

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Small traders have declared calendar year 2025 as one of the worst years in Pakistan’s history in terms of business activity, investment, unemployment and...
Business

FBR fails to meet revenue targets, Rs321 billion shortfall in H1

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The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) failed to achieve its monthly and half-yearly tax collection targets for the first half of fiscal year 2025-26,...
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SIFC reforms begin delivering results, says Planning Minister

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Pakistan’s economy has shown clear signs of recovery and stability over the past year, with key sectors recording strong growth following strategic policy reforms...
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Pakistan Railways freight earns Rs17 billion in six months

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Pakistan Railways’ freight sector has recorded a historic performance by generating Rs17 billion in revenue during the first six months of the current fiscal...
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PFUJ honors Xinhua’s Jiang Chao with best foreign journalist of the decade award

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ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Federal Union of Journalists (PFUJ) on Wednesday conferred the “Best Foreign Journalist of the Decade in Pakistan (2015–2025)” award on Jiang...
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National wheat oversight committee meets to assess Rabi crop 2025-26

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Federal Minister for National Food Security and Research Rana Tanveer Hussain chaired the second meeting of the National Wheat Oversight Committee to review wheat...
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National vaccine policy ready for PM’s approval: SAPM

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Special Assistant to the Prime Minister on Industries and Production Haroon Akhtar Khan chaired a high-level meeting on local manufacturing of vaccines, marking a...
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Punjab to get smart Safe Cities in 98 tehsils by 2026

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Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif’s vision of a safer province is taking shape as the government signed agreements to establish smart Safe Cities...
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KP govt orders printing of 117,000 pending driving licenses in a month

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The Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Muhammad Sohail Afridi has directed the provincial transport department to complete the printing of over 117,000 pending driving...
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NADRA launches face-recognition biometric verification for citizens

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Following difficulties faced by citizens in fingerprint verification, the National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) has introduced a new face-recognition biometric verification service. The...
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Pakistan achieves historic milestones in Islamic finance and sukuk issuance

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Revolutionary reforms by the Securities and Investment Finance Commission (SIIFC) have strengthened Pakistan’s financial and investment sectors, placing the country’s Islamic finance market on...
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Punjab approves Rs9.4 billion projects for wildlife conservation and eco-tourism

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The Punjab government has approved two major projects worth a total of Rs9.4 billion aimed at wildlife conservation and promoting eco-tourism across the province. The...
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Rashid Khan to Lead Afghanistan in T20 Series, World Cup 2026

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Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) has announced its 15-member squad for the upcoming T20 series against West Indies and the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup...
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BKSK National Ranking Tennis Championships kicks off in Islamabad

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The 11th Begum Kulsum Saifullah Khan National Ranking Tennis Championships 2025 commenced today at the Pakistan Tennis Federation (PTF) Tennis Complex in Islamabad and...
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Rameez Raja likely to lead Multan Sultans management in PSL 11

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The management of Pakistan Super League (PSL) franchise Multan Sultans is expected to be led by former Pakistan captain Rameez Raja, with a coaching...
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Iran open to talks, stresses preparedness amid U.S. threats

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Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi said that Iran “has never sought a conflict” with the United States and is open to “genuine and...
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China imposes safeguard measures on imported beef from Jan 2026

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China has decided to implement safeguard measures on imported beef from Jan. 1, 2026 to Dec. 31, 2028, the Ministry of Commerce announced Wednesday. The...
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China ready to advance world peace, climate action: Xi says

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Chinese President Xi Jinping on Wednesday said China is ready to work with all countries to advance world peace and development. In his 2026 New...
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Xi calls for solidly advancing rural revitalization across the board

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BEIJING: Chinese President Xi Jinping has called for solidly advancing rural revitalization across the board and promoting integrated urban-rural development, with a strong focus...
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Pakistan, China renew commitment to strategic partnership

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ISLAMABAD (Internews): Deputy prime minister/ foreign minister senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar and ambassador Jiang Zaidong of China exchanged new year’s greetings and reaffirmed their...
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Regional Resonance of Chinese Modernization: Public Survey in Central Asia and Pakistan Reveals Shared Vision for Development

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The pursuit of modernization is a common aspiration for all of humanity, yet historical experiences demonstrate that there is no singular, prescriptive path to...
Business

DIB Pakistan, Zindigi join forces to boost digital Islamic banking

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Dubai Islamic Bank (DIB) Pakistan has entered into a strategic partnership with Zindigi (owned by JS Bank) to enhance the digital banking experience for...
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Shaheen Afridi injured in BBL, returns to Pakistan for recovery

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Pakistani fast bowler Shaheen Shah Afridi, representing Brisbane Heat in the Big Bash League, has sustained a knee injury, the team confirmed. Brisbane Heat stated...
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Peshawar Corps wins 50th Chief of Army Staff Polo & Tent Pegging Championship

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The closing ceremony of the 50th Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Polo and Tent Pegging Championship 2025 was held at Jinnah Polo Fields in...
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Rashid Naseem breaks 25 world records in 2025

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Pakistan’s Rashid Naseem made history in 2025 by setting 25 new world records in just one year, reinforcing his position as the country’s top...
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Nearly 22 million Afghans to need aid next year: UN report

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Afghanistan is expected to remain one of the world’s most severe humanitarian crises in 2026, with an estimated 21.9 million people projected to require...
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Iran labels Canadian Navy ‘terrorist group’ after Ottawa bans IRGC

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Iran’s Foreign Ministry on Tuesday designated the Royal Canadian Navy a “terrorist organization” in response to Canada’s decision to label Iran’s Islamic Revolution Guards...
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Balochistan witnesses rare land spout after six years

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In a rare meteorological event, the coastal areas of Balochistan observed a landspout after six years, offering a spectacular sight to local residents. Landspouts...
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Punjab notifies divisions, districts ahead of 2026 local elections

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Preparations for the 2026 local government elections in Punjab have entered a decisive phase, with the provincial government issuing a fresh notification detailing the...
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Karachi records 27 deaths from open manholes and drains in 2025

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Karachi has recorded at least 27 deaths in incidents involving open manholes and uncovered drains during 2025, according to the data compiled by independent...
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CCP slaps heavy fines over misleading ads across key sectors

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The Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) has intensified its crackdown on misleading and deceptive advertising, imposing heavy fines across multiple sectors including real estate,...
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PM orders high-level committee to crack down on property file fraud

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The federal government has decided to take strict action against fraud related to property files and plots, with the prime minister ordering the formation...
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Pakistan rejects Israel’s recognition of Somaliland at UN

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Pakistan has rejected Israel’s announcement recognizing Somaliland, reaffirming its support for Somalia’s sovereignty and territorial integrity. Speaking during an emergency meeting of the United Nations...
China

Xi’s diplomacy in 2025: Shedding light on a world at crossroads

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BEIJING: As 2025 draws to a close, a review of Chinese President Xi Jinping's diplomatic engagements throughout the year reflects China's firm and steady...
Business

Planning Minister reviews Rs1 trillion power, hydel projects

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Federal Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives Prof Ahsan Iqbal chaired a high-level review meeting on Monday to assess the progress of critical...
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Relevant military actions aimed at deterring ‘Taiwan independence’ forces from colluding with external forces to destabilize the Taiwan Straits: State Council Taiwan Affairs Office

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The relevant military actions by the PLA serve as a stern warning to "Taiwan independence" separatist forces and external interference forces, and as a...
Entertainment

French cinema icon Brigitte Bardot passes away at 91

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Legendary French actress Brigitte Bardot has passed away at the age of 91. Bardot, affectionately known in France simply as “BB,” was a prominent...
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World must guard against resurgence of Japanese militarism

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This year marks the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War....
Entertainment

Shah Rukh Khan expresses desire to take children to ancestral Peshawar

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Bollywood icon Shah Rukh Khan has expressed his hope to visit Pakistan one day, specifically Peshawar, along with his children, highlighting his family roots...
Entertainment

Rushna Khan shares cabin crew experience before acting

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Popular actor Rushna Khan, known for her role as ‘Kiran’ in a hit drama Case Number 9, revealed in a recent Podcast that she...
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Cristiano Ronaldo clinches Middle East best footballer award again

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Portuguese football legend Cristiano Ronaldo has been named Middle East Best Footballer of the Year for the third consecutive year, receiving the honor at...
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KP players advance to semifinals at National Junior Badminton Championship

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Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) players continued their impressive performance at the National Junior Badminton Championship, advancing to the semifinals across multiple age categories. The championship...
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Former Cricketer Imad Wasim’s wife Sania Ashfaq speaks out amid separation

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Sania Ashfaq, wife of former national cricketer Imad Wasim, has publicly addressed her marital issues, revealing the emotional toll on her and their children...
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Arshad Nadeem receives Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Award in Dubai

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Pakistan’s Olympic javelin throw champion Arshad Nadeem was awarded the prestigious Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Award during the 17th Dubai Sports World Summit, in...
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Punjab Govt allows safe Basant celebration with Strict SOPs in February

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Following a decision by Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif, the government has granted permission for citizens of Lahore to celebrate Basant safely, under...
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NCCIA cracks 2,196 cybercrime cases, arrests 2,902 suspects

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The National Cyber Crimes Investigation Agency (NCCIA) announced significant achievements in combating cybercrime in 2025. According to the agency’s annual report, investigations into 2,196 major...
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LHC questions political motives behind Punjab Ownership Act challenge

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During the hearing of a constitutional petition challenging the Punjab Protection of Ownership of Immovable Property Ordinance, 2025, Justice Faisal Zaman Khan of the...
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