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Pakistan, Kuwait explore new investment and energy cooperation

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Federal Minister for Petroleum, Ali Pervaiz Malik, held a meeting with the Minister of Finance and Renewable Energy of Kuwait and Chairman of the...
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Power Minister Discusses Sector Reforms and Renewable Transition with ADB

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Federal Minister for Power, Sardar Awais Ahmed Khan Leghari, met with a delegation of the Asian Development Bank (ADB) led by Leah Gutierrez, Director...
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Pak-Tajik cultural festival to kick off in Islamabad tomorrow

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The opening ceremony of the Pak–Tajik Cultural Festival is scheduled to be held tomorrow (Thursday) at the Convention Centre Islamabad, as Pakistan and Tajikistan...
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Punjab govt develops five-year strategy to counter violent extremism

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Punjab government has prepared a comprehensive and practical five-year strategy aimed at preventing violent extremism across the province. The strategy was developed under the Punjab...
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IHC reviews reports on drug-free educational institutions

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The Islamabad High Court (IHC) on Wednesday reviewed compliance reports submitted by relevant authorities in a case concerning the elimination of drugs from educational...
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NDMA dispatches 100 tons of relief goods for Palestine

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On the instructions of the Prime Minister of Pakistan, the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) on Tuesday dispatched another consignment of humanitarian aid for...
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Punjab launches modern fruit and vegetable markets

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A new era of public shopping has begun in Punjab with the introduction of modern fruit and vegetable markets across the province, aimed at...
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ATC reserves verdict in Matiullah Jan terrorism case

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An Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) in Islamabad has reserved its verdict in the drugs and terrorism case against senior journalist Matiullah Jan after hearing arguments...
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KP Chief Minister, Four MPAs declared proclaimed offenders

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An Islamabad court has declared Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Soheil Afridi and four other members of the provincial assembly as proclaimed offenders in two...
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Pakistan extends airspace ban on India until January 23

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Pakistan has extended its ban on Indian flights, keeping its airspace closed to India for another month. The Pakistan Airport Authority, with government approval, issued...
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PCB Chairman announces international matches at Muzaffarabad Stadium

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Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Mohsin Naqvi announced plans to host international matches at Muzaffarabad Stadium, officials said. The announcement came during a video-linked...
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Australia announces playing XI for 3rd Ashes Test

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Australia has announced its playing XI for the third Ashes Test, welcoming back captain Pat Cummins and experienced spinner Nathan Lyon, officials said. Cummins, who...
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PCB to auction new PSL teams on January 8, 2026

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Interest among investors for Pakistan Super League (PSL) ownership has surged ahead of the auction of two new franchises, officials said. Businesspersons from Pakistan,...
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PM vows zero tolerance against terrorism on APS anniversary

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Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday reaffirmed the government’s zero tolerance policy against terrorism, saying decisive action would continue until the complete elimination of...
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Public Action Committee stages strike against load shedding

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The Public Action Committee has launched a shutter-down strike across all four districts of the Poonch division in protest against prolonged electricity load shedding. According...
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NA IT committee questions NCCIA performance on digital laws

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The National Assembly’s Standing Committee on IT and Telecom raised questions about the performance of the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) during a...
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FIA, NCB Interpol nab murder suspect from Saudi Arabia

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The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) in coordination with NCB Interpol has arrested a fugitive wanted in a murder case from Saudi Arabia and brought...
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IHC bars deportation of Afghan national pending decision on POR card

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The Islamabad High Court has issued a temporary order preventing the deportation of Bakhti Jan to Afghanistan until the Ministry of Interior decides on...
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Police constable among two martyred in attack on polio team

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Two people, including a police constable, were martyred after unknown assailants opened fire on a polio vaccination team in the Tangi area of Salarzai...
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Sindh High Court rejects plea to halt deportation of Turkish nationals

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The constitutional bench of the Sindh High Court has rejected an urgent request to suspend government action regarding the deportation of 28 Turkish nationals...
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Sindh cabinet approves wireless system for jail security

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The Sindh cabinet has approved the procurement of a wireless communication system for prisons across the province in a move aimed at strengthening security...
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Sindh cabinet revises wheat release policy for 2025-26

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The Sindh cabinet has approved a revision of the wheat release policy for the fiscal year 2025–26, including a reduction in the official wheat...
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No room for ambiguity in fight against terrorism, says Interior Minister

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Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi on Tuesday paid a glowing tribute to the innocent martyrs of the Army Public School tragedy, saying he saluted...
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Customs Quetta seizes smuggled goods worth Rs240 million

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Customs Enforcement Quetta has seized smuggled goods worth approximately Rs240 million during a series of operations carried out on the basis of confirmed intelligence,...
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FBR suspends Islamabad property valuation rates

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The Federal Board of Revenue has suspended the notification fixing new property valuation rates in Islamabad on the instructions of the prime minister, officials...
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Federal Shariat Court shifted to Islamabad High Court premises

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The Federal Shariat Court has been shifted to the premises of the Islamabad High Court and will now operate from the IHC complex, officials...
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PHC seeks larger bench on protective bail cases

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The Peshawar High Court has issued a detailed four-page written judgment on petitions filed by leaders of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) seeking protective bail, recommending...
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KP CM doubles compensation for families of martyred security personnel

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Chief Minister Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Sohail Afridi has announced a significant increase in financial assistance for the families of security personnel martyred in what he...
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56.62 marlas of railway land recovered in Rawalpindi

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On the special directives of the Federal Minister for Railways, Muhammad Hanif Abbasi, Pakistan Railways has successfully carried out a major anti-encroachment operation near...
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Health Ministry, WHO discuss National Health and Population Policy 2026-35

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The Ministry of National Health Services, Regulations & Coordination (M/o NHSR&C), with support from the British High Commission and World Health Organization (WHO), organised...
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Federal govt issues new health allowance rules for frontline staff

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The federal government has introduced a new mechanism for the disbursement of health allowances to doctors (medical and dental), allied specialists, pharmacists, nurses, paramedics,...
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Xi stresses strategic importance of work to raise minors’ moral standards

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BEIJING: Chinese President Xi Jinping has stressed the work to raise the intellectual and moral standards of minors, noting that it should be carried...
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Arjun Rampal and Girlfriend Gabriella Demetriades announce engagement

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Bollywood actor Arjun Rampal has confirmed his engagement to girlfriend Gabriella Demetriades after a six-year relationship. The couple made the announcement during a podcast...
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Hollywood Director Rob Reiner and wife found dead in Los Angeles

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Renowned Hollywood director Rob Reiner and his wife Michelle Reiner were found dead in their Los Angeles home, according to U.S. media reports. The Los...
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PSL trophy dazzles fans at New York’s Times Square

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The Pakistan Super League (PSL) brought its excitement to New York’s Times Square, where the PSL trophy was displayed for fans to admire and...
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PSL 11 scheduled from March 26 to May 3, PCB confirms

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Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Syed Mohsin Naqvi announced the window for the 11th edition of the HBL Pakistan Super League (PSL), set to...
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Shaheen Afridi pulled from bowling after struggling in BBL debut

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Pakistan fast bowler Shaheen Shah Afridi had a difficult start to his Big Bash League (BBL) career, being removed from bowling during his debut...
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Punjab proposes tough new law against violent protests

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The Punjab government has proposed strict measures to deal with violent protests, including penalties and compensation for damages, officials said on Monday. According to the...
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Lahore Court grants interim bail to journalist Shakir Awan

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The Sessions Court in Lahore on Monday approved interim bail for journalist Shakir Awan in a case registered by the National Counter-Cybercrime Investigation Agency...
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Pakistan Sets 11% Tax-to-GDP Target, Expands Tax Net to Key Sectors

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Federal Finance and Revenue Minister Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb said Pakistan has set an 11 percent tax-to-GDP target and plans to bring real estate, agriculture,...
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FIA secures Interpol red warrants against 30 human traffickers

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The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) has taken a major step against human trafficking by securing Interpol-issued red notices for 30 Pakistani human smugglers operating...
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Sindh High Court issues arrest warrant against DG over pension delay

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The Sindh High Court (SHC) on Monday issued a bailable arrest warrant against the Director General of the Civil Aviation Authority for failing to...
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Rangers, Customs seize 10-truckload of smuggled goods in Karachi

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Sindh Rangers and Customs Enforcement seized a large quantity of smuggled, non-custom-paid goods during a joint operation near Hub River Road, the 100-foot road,...
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Punjab govt launches high-tech shrimp farming to boost blue economy

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Punjab has formally launched a modern, technology-driven shrimp farming initiative, marking the beginning of a new phase in the province’s blue economy, Chief Minister...
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PHC strikes down 80 Ombudsperson rulings on women’s inheritance

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The Peshawar High Court (PHC) on Monday has declared null and void 80 decisions issued by the provincial ombudsperson under the Women Property Rights...
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Justice Jahangiri seeks transfer of degree case, cites conflict of interest

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Justice Tariq Mahmood Jahangiri on Monday raised objections to the bench headed by Chief Justice of the Islamabad High Court (IHC), Justice Sardar Sarfraz...
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Court rejects Aleema Khan’s plea against indictment in Nov 26 Protest case

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An Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) in Rawalpindi on Monday dismissed a petition filed by Aleema Khan challenging the framing of charges against her in a...
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Director Ramesh Sippy recalls actor Dharmendra’s accidental gunshot on Sholay set

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Five decades after the release of the iconic Bollywood film Sholay, director and producer Ramesh Sippy has revealed tense moments during filming that could...
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Kapil Sharma’s net worth revealed: estimated at ₹300 crore

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The financial details of renowned Indian comedian and actor Kapil Sharma have emerged for the first time, with Indian media reporting his net worth...
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Tennis Star Sania Mirza opens up on mental health struggles

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Former Indian tennis star Sania Mirza has spoken candidly about the mental pressures and emotional challenges athletes face during their careers. In a recent podcast,...
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IHC uses “quo warranto,” tool against Judge after politicians

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For the first time in recent years, the legal tool of “quo warranto,” previously used against parliamentarians, is being invoked against a sitting judge...
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China intensifies financial support to spur consumption

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BEIJING: Chinese authorities on Sunday made public a circular urging stronger coordination between the commerce and financial sectors to step up support for consumption,...
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WWE legend John Cena retires after final match

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WWE legend John Cena officially retired from professional wrestling after his final match at Saturday Night’s Main Event in Washington DC, officials and eyewitnesses...
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PCB begins search for test head coach

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The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has decided to begin the search for a permanent head coach for the national Test team, officials said on...
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Shoaib Akhtar joins Bangladesh Premier League as Dhaka capitals mentor

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Former Pakistan fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar has joined the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) as a mentor for the Dhaka Capitals, officials confirmed on Friday. Akhtar...
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Azhar Mahmood’s tenure as Pakistan test coach ends after single series

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Azhar Mahmood’s brief stint as head coach of Pakistan’s Test cricket team has come to an end, officials confirmed on Friday. Mahmood, who earned...
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NCCIA warns WhatsApp users of hacking risks

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The National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) has issued a warning to WhatsApp users, advising them to take immediate action in case of suspected...
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Punjab govt sets registration fees for basant kite makers

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The district administration has fixed registration fees for kite and string manufacturers ahead of Basant celebrations in Lahore, following the Punjab government’s conditional approval...
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Dense fog shuts several motorway sections

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Several sections of major motorways across the country were closed on Sunday due to dense fog and severely reduced visibility, according to the Motorway...
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Rain, snow forecast across Pakistan till Dec 18: NDMA

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The Pakistan Meteorological Department has forecast rain and snowfall in various parts of the country until December 18, prompting the National Emergency Operations Centre...
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Finance Ministry rejects claims of new IMF conditions

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The Ministry of Finance has rejected claims that new or unexpected conditions have been imposed under the International Monetary Fund’s Extended Fund Facility (EFF),...
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Punjab govt approves first surface water treatment plant in Lahore

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The Punjab government has approved the province’s first surface water treatment plant for Lahore under the vision of Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif, officials...
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Salman Khan reveals he hasn’t dined out in 25 years

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Bollywood superstar Salman Khan has revealed that he has not gone out for dinner in the past 25 years, citing his hectic work schedule...
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Pakistan hockey falls 3-2 to Argentina in Pro League

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Pakistan’s hockey team suffered a narrow 3-2 defeat against host Argentina in their second match of the ongoing Pro Hockey League in Argentina. In a...
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Pakistan crush Malaysia by 297 runs in U19 Asia Cup opener

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Pakistan launched their U19 Asia Cup campaign with a commanding victory, defeating Malaysia by 297 runs in a one-sided Group A match in Dubai. Chasing...
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Pakistan Army dominates boxing at 35th National Games with 12 golds

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Defending champions Pakistan Army dominated the boxing competitions at the 35th National Games, securing a total of 12 gold medals across men’s and women’s...
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Pakistan, Türkiye vow to deepen strategic partnership at Ashgabat meeting

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Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif met Recep Tayyip Erdogan, President of the Republic of Türkiye, today, on the sidelines of the International Forum dedicated...
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Punjab launches online registration App for births, deaths, marriages, divorces

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The Punjab Local Government Department has launched a Customer Relationship Management (CRM) e-Registration App in collaboration with NADRA, enabling citizens to register births, deaths,...
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Haroon Akhtar Khan meets SME clusters from Gujranwala, Gujrat, Wazirabad

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Special Assistant to the Prime Minister on Industries and Production Haroon Akhtar Khan held a key meeting with representatives of Small and Medium Enterprise...
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Turkish businesses eye expansion in Pakistan

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Special Assistant to the Prime Minister on Industries and Production Haroon Akhtar Khan held an important meeting today with a high-level Turkish business delegation....
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91% Pakistanis did not buy online in last six months: Survey

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A new Gallup–Gallani Research survey has revealed a major decline in Pakistan’s online shopping activity, with 91 percent of respondents saying they did not...
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World Bank clears $400m loan for Pakistan

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The World Bank has approved a 400 million dollar loan for Pakistan, days after the IMF released its latest tranche for the country. In its...
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Peshawar introduces SafeRide App to curb street crime

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In a major push to curb rising street crime, Peshawar police have made registration compulsory for all motorcycle riders who transport passengers. The initiative...
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Court orders NCCIA to report Ducky Bhai’s Social Media Accounts, ATM cards

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Progress has been made in the case concerning well-known YouTuber Saad-ur-Rehman, also known as Ducky Bhai, regarding the handover of his social media accounts...
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Govt to distribute 700,000 Chromebooks nationwide: Minister

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Chairman Prime Minister’s Youth Programme, Rana Mashhood Ahmad Khan addressed a ceremony in Islamabad highlighting the government’s commitment to providing equal opportunities for the...
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Pakistan, ADB sign $257 million deals for STEM and nursing reforms in Punjab

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The Government of Pakistan and the Asian Development Bank (ADB) today signed two programs: i) the Responsive, Ready, and Resilient Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics...
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Pakistan, Yemen discuss boosting trade and economic cooperation

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Federal Minister for Commerce Jam Kamal Khan met with H.E. Mohammed Motahar Alashabi today in Islamabad for a constructive discussion on enhancing Pakistan–Yemen trade...
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Pakistan urges urgent global climate action at UNEA-7

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Federal Minister for Climate Change and Environmental Coordination, Dr. Musadik Malik, attended the Seventh Session of the United Nations Environment Assembly (UNEA-7) held in...
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Pakistan warns of shrinking space for dialogue at global human rights forum

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On the occasion of the International Human Rights Day, Ambassador Mumtaz Zahra Baloch participated in a panel discussion on “Free Flow of ideas and...
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Digital media amplifies Sino-Pakistani shared narratives

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The communication landscape between China and Pakistan is entering a new phase of media diplomacy. Over the decades, the two nations have primarily collaborated...
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PSL prepares to stage high-profile road show in New York

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Pakistan Super League (PSL) is expanding its outreach in the United States as its management prepares to stage a major road show in New...
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Dr Sohail Saleem appointed CEO of Pakistan Anti-Doping Board

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Dr Sohail Saleem, former head of the PCB Medical Panel, has been appointed Chief Executive Officer of the Pakistan Anti-Doping Board (PADB), a move...
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Full member nations enter final phase of T20 World Cup prep

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Preparations for the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 have entered the final stage, with full member teams locking in their last fixtures before the...
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Malik, Imtiaz lift MT200 crowns in Khao Lak

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Pakistan’s senior tennis players Rashid Malik and Khurram Imtiaz clinched singles titles at the ITF World Masters Tour MT200 in Khao Lak, Thailand, underscoring...
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Pakistan’s Junior tennis stars to compete at orange bowl in Miami

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Pakistan’s young tennis talents are in Miami, Florida, representing the country at the Junior Orange Bowl International Championships, one of the world’s most prestigious...
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Pakistan, EU step up fight against illegal migration

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Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi held a key meeting with European Union Commissioner for Home Affairs and Migration, Magnus Berner, to discuss measures against...
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Pakistan’s glaciers under threat by mining, climate change: Senator warns

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Pakistan’s mountains and glaciers are facing growing threats from mining, drilling, and climate change, warned Senator Sheri Rahman, Vice President of the Pakistan Peoples...
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Pakistan reaffirms commitment to global heritage protection at ICCROM assembly

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Federal Minister for National Heritage & Culture Aurangzeb Khan Khichi, leading Pakistan’s delegation at the 34th General Assembly of the International Centre for the...
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Meta delegation meets Pakistan IT Minister to discuss digital safety

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A high-level delegation from Meta called on the Federal Minister for IT & Telecommunication Shaza Fatima Khawaja to discuss strengthening cooperation on digital safety,...
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IMF releases $1.2 Billion to Pakistan amid economic reforms

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The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has released $1.2 billion to Pakistan, confirmed by the State Bank of Pakistan. Officials said $1 billion of the tranche...
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Sindh to launch E-Challan system for food authority

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The Sindh government has decided to introduce an e-challan system for the Sindh Food Authority (SFA), following the digitalization model used in traffic enforcement. During...
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Former Lt. Gen. Faiz Hameed sentenced to 14 years for multiple misconduct charges

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The Field General Court Martial has sentenced Faiz Hameed, the former Lieutenant General of the Pakistan Army, to 14 years of rigorous imprisonment for...
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FOSPA resolves Rs10 crore inheritance dispute in Islamabad

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The Federal Ombudsman for Protection Against Harassment (FOSPA) has successfully resolved a Rs10 crore inheritance dispute in Sector I-8, Islamabad, awarding Huma Batool her...
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Pakistan Launches Online Fingerprint Verification for Passport Applicants

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The Pakistan Passport Department has launched a new online verification system that allows passport applicants to verify their fingerprints digitally, resolving previous technical issues. Under...
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CM KP Sohail Afridi criticizes federal govt corruption, announces university initiatives

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Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi said on Thursday that corrupt elements in federal government have pushed Pakistan’s economy to the brink of collapse,...
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Punjab sets May deadline for major beautification drive

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Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has approved a February-to-May completion window for the first phase of the province-wide beautification plan, as officials briefed...
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Former ISI Chief Faiz Hameed sentenced to 14 years by military court

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Former Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) director general Lt Gen (retd) Faiz Hameed has been handed a 14-year rigorous imprisonment sentence by a military court, the...
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Pakistan, Tunisia hold fourth round of bilateral political consultations in Tunis

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Pakistan and Tunisia convened the fourth round of Bilateral Political Consultations in Tunis, bringing renewed focus to strengthening ties across political, economic and security...
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Pakistan and Türkiye explore deeper cooperation in aviation and high-tech sectors

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Pakistan and Türkiye have moved toward deeper collaboration in aviation, defence manufacturing, and high-tech industries as a high-level Turkish delegation met Federal Minister for...
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CCP raids out-of-home advertising firms over alleged cartelisation

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The Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) has carried out raids on the offices of three out-of-home advertising sector companies in Lahore as part of...
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