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Pakistan signs MoU with US firm to boost cross-border digital payments

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A delegation of World Liberty Financial USA, led by Chief Executive Officer Zachary Witkoff, called on Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif in Islamabad on...
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Ayaz meets Chinese ambassador Jiang, reaffirms ‘evergreen’ Pak-China partnership

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Speaker of Pakistan's National Assembly Sardar Ayaz Sadiq on Tuesday reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to its “evergreen” friendship with China, describing the bilateral relationship as...
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Pakistan, Canada Explore Healthcare Training Ties

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High Commissioner of Pakistan to Canada, Muhammad Saleem, visited the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (RCPSC) in Ottawa for a meeting...
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Pakistan, Jordan eye stronger cultural and diplomatic ties

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Federal Minister for National Heritage and Culture Division, Aurangzeb Khan Khichi, met Pakistan’s Ambassador-designate to Jordan, Major General (R) Khurram Sarfraz Khan, at the...
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KP govt releases Rs4bn for Tirah depopulation activities in Khyber

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The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has approved the release of Rs4 billion in funds for District Khyber to support Tirah depopulation-related activities. According to official sources,...
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Aurangzeb says Rs1 trillion wasted annually in state-owned entities

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Federal Minister for Finance Muhammad Aurangzeb on Wednesday said that interest payments on debt remain the government’s largest expenditure, while inefficiencies in state-owned enterprises...
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Rain-bearing system to enter Pakistan tomorrow

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A rain-bearing weather system from the west is expected to enter Pakistan on Thursday, raising the possibility of rainfall in the upper parts of...
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Pakistan embassy in Beijing co-organises landmark job fair linking Pakistani talent with Chinese enterprises

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BEIJING: The Embassy of Pakistan in Beijing, in collaboration with the China Overseas Development Association and China International Intellectech Group Co., Ltd., has organised...
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Sub-zero temperatures persist in northern areas

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Extremely cold weather continues to grip parts of Pakistan, with Kalam recording the lowest temperature at minus 6 degrees Celsius, according to the Pakistan...
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Ahsan Iqbal warns India’s move threatens Pakistan’s water security

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Federal Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives Professor Ahsan Iqbal on Tuesday warned that India’s move to suspend the Indus Waters Treaty poses...
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Petroleum prices likely to fall from January 16

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A reduction in petroleum product prices is expected in Pakistan from January 16 following a decline in global crude oil prices, according to official...
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PPP warns government after controversy over unsigned ordinance

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Pakistan Peoples Party senior leader Senator Palwasha Khan on Tuesday alleged that a “fake ordinance” was issued without the consent or signature of President...
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FBR plans digital enforcement stations to curb smuggling

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The Federal Board of Revenue has decided to establish Digital Enforcement Stations as part of a broader effort to curb smuggling and illegal trade...
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China confirms J-10CE fighter jet records 1st combat success in Pak-India war in May 2025

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BEIJING – China officially confirmed on Monday that its J-10CE fighter jet achieved its first combat success in May 2025, without mentioning Pakistan and...
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ICC releases latest global cricket team rankings

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The International Cricket Council (ICC) has released its latest global rankings for T20 and One-Day International (ODI) teams. In T20 cricket, India leads the rankings,...
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Babar Azam’s house combines luxury, elegance, and contemporary design

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The construction of Pakistani cricket star and former captain Babar Azam’s new residence has been completed in DHA Phase Five, one of Lahore’s upscale...
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Mohammad Nabi. Son Hasan Isa Khel make BPL history together

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Afghanistan cricket legend Mohammad Nabi and his son, Hasan Isa Khel, made history by playing together in the same team for the first time...
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BBL captain retires Mohammad Rizwan out for slow batting

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In a rare and surprising decision during the Big Bash League (BBL), wicketkeeper-batsman Mohammad Rizwan was retired out by his own captain for slow...
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Pakistan names preliminary squad for Australia T20 series, T20 World Cup

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The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) selectors have prepared a preliminary fifteen-member squad for the three-match T20 series against Australia in Lahore and the upcoming...
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Former Pakistani cricketer Mohammad Ilyas passes away in Lahore

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Former Pakistani Test cricketer Mohammad Ilyas has passed away in Lahore, family sources confirmed. The funeral prayer (Namaz-e-Janaza) will be announced at a later...
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ANF seizes over Rs240 million worth of drugs in nationwide crackdown

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ANF (Anti-Narcotics Force) has recovered narcotics worth over Rs240 million during a nationwide crackdown against smuggling. According to ANF officials, the force conducted operations near...
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Balochistan launches same-day online test and appointment letters

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Chief Minister of Balochistan, Mir Sarfaraz Bugti, announced that for the first time in the province’s history, online tests and appointment letters for government...
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Federal Constitutional Court shifted to Federal Shariat Court building

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The Federal Constitutional Court has been shifted to the building of the Federal Shariat Court, where judicial proceedings have formally begun. Chief Justice Aminuddin Khan...
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NEPRA hears government bid for uniform electricity tariff

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The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) held a hearing on the federal government’s request to introduce a uniform electricity tariff for consumers across...
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Senate IT Committee probes Rs300 million illegal call center scam

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A meeting of the Senate Standing Committee on Information Technology, chaired by Senator Palwasha Khan, reviewed allegations of misappropriation of Rs150 million per month...
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CTD kills eight terrorists, including two commanders, in KP operations

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The Counter Terrorism Department (CTD) said on Monday that eight terrorists, including two key commanders, were killed during operations carried out in Peshawar, Khyber,...
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KP Assembly Speaker writes Corps Commander for In-Camera Security Briefing

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The Speaker of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Assembly has written a letter to the Corps Commander seeking a detailed security briefing amid growing concerns over...
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Sudanese gov’t returns to Khartoum after nearly 3 yrs of war

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Sudanese Prime Minister Kamil Idris on Sunday announced the return of the government to the capital, Khartoum, for the first time since the outbreak...
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China maintains strong momentum in anti-corruption drive

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As China enters 2026 with strong development momentum, anti-corruption remains a key priority as the Communist Party of China (CPC) steers the country forward. Over...
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Anita Karim becomes Pakistan’s first female MMA Champion

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Anita Karim has made history by becoming Pakistan’s first professional female MMA fighter to win a national title. The Professional MMA League hosted the Infinite...
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Over 750,000 Pakistanis went abroad for work in 2025: Report

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Bureau of Immigration data shows that over 750,000 Pakistanis went abroad for employment in 2025, slightly higher than the 727,381 recorded in 2024. According to...
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PDMA issues severe cold weather alert until January 16

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The Pakistan Meteorological and Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) has issued a severe cold weather alert until January 16, warning of heavy snowfall, dense fog,...
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Pakistan Navy ships visit Muscat, strengthen ties with Oman

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Pakistan Navy ships Rahnavard, Madadgar, and the Pakistan Maritime Security Agency ship Kashmir visited Port Sultan Qaboos in Muscat, Oman, where they were warmly...
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PCB announces sale of Multan Sultans franchise

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The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has decided to immediately sell the Multan Sultans franchise, marking a significant development in the Pakistan Super League (PSL)...
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New evidence in Radio Pakistan case, CM Afridi’s status under review

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Police investigating the Radio Pakistan attack case have reportedly obtained new evidence and have begun consultations on whether to name Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister,...
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David Warner calls Zaman Khan’s bowling “like a four-year-old”

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During a Big Bash League (BBL) match, Australian batsman David Warner criticized Pakistani fast bowler Zaman Khan’s bowling, comparing it to “that of a...
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Karachi hosts Pakistan’s largest women’s 5k race

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Pakistan’s largest women’s race, the Born to Run event, was held at the Sea View beach in Karachi, attracting participants from across the country...
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Pakistan ready to host Bangladesh matches in ICC T20 World Cup

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Pakistan is ready to host Bangladesh’s matches in the ICC T20 World Cup, sources said, amid security concerns that have led Bangladesh to refuse...
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Iranian President urges calm, promises to tackle economic crisis

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Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on Sunday said the government is determined to address the country’s economic problems while urging citizens to refrain from any...
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Iran warns U.S., Israeli bases could become “legitimate targets”

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Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf warned Sunday that Tehran would consider U.S. and Israeli bases and facilities in the Middle East as “legitimate...
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Yemen Forms Supreme Military Committee Amid Stalled Peace Talks

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Yemen's Presidential Leadership Council (PLC) announced the formation of a Supreme Military Committee under the command of the Saudi Arabia-led coalition, signaling a new...
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Pezeshkian urges unity, vows reforms as Iran confronts foreign-backed unrest

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Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on Sunday called for national unity and restraint, pledging to address economic and social concerns while warning against what he...
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U.S. conducts large-scale strikes on IS targets in Syria

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U.S. Central Command said Saturday that its forces conducted large-scale strikes against multiple Islamic State (IS) targets across Syria. According to foreign media "Today, at...
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Pakistan condemns Israel’s recognition of Somaliland as political aggression

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Pakistan's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar declared on Sunday that the recognition of the self-proclaimed "Somaliland" by Israel represents a form...
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Iran warns of retaliation against US strikes as Trumo reitrates threats

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Tehran has threatened to retaliate against Israeli and United States military positions should the U.S. conduct strikes on Iran, underscoring escalating tensions as the...
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Four killed, including groom, in Jamrud road accident

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At least four people, including a groom, were killed in a traffic accident in Jamrud, Khyber District, officials said. According to rescue authorities, the collision...
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Motorway police shut multiple routes as visibility drops

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Dense fog has forced the Motorway Police Central Region to close several major motorways across Punjab as a precautionary measure to protect lives and...
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Gas cylinder blast kills eight at wedding house in Islamabad

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At least eight people, including a newlywed couple, were killed when a gas cylinder exploded inside a wedding house in Sector G-7/2 of Islamabad...
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Severe cold wave grips pakistan as temperatures drop below zero in Hunza

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A severe cold wave continues to grip Pakistan, with temperatures dropping to unusually low levels across several regions, disrupting daily life and travel, officials...
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Iran reports calm nationwide as authorities cite external interference behind unrest

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Iran's Ambassador to Pakistan Reza Amiri Moghadam said the security situation across the country has stabilized, with major cities remaining calm and free of...
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US launches large-scale strikes on IS targets in Syria

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The United States and its partner forces have carried out large-scale military strikes against Islamic State (IS) targets in Syria, intensifying counterterrorism operations under...
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Iran curbs riots, vandalism after arresting over 200 organizers

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Iran’s authorities said on Saturday night that the situation across the country is relatively getting normal after the arrest of over 200 organizers of...
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UN Security Council to hold emergency meeting on Ukraine

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The UN Security Council is set to hold an emergency meeting on Monday to discuss the situation in Ukraine, according to the official UN...
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Sudan conflict hits 1,000 days, 34 million in need of aid: UN Report

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UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) has highlighted the severe toll of the war in Sudan, which marked 1,000 days on...
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U.S. oil executives hesitant to invest in Venezuela amid risks

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U.S. President Donald Trump promoted his plan of securing investment of at least 100 billion U.S. dollars to rebuild Venezuela's oil industry in a...
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Punjab extends school holidays by one week due to severe winter

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The Punjab government has decided to extend the winter holidays in educational institutions by one week, citing extreme cold and the health of students...
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UN to continue work despite U.S. decision to withdraw, Spokesperson says

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The United Nations has not received official notification regarding the U.S. decision to withdraw from 31 UN entities, a UN spokesperson confirmed. Stephane Dujarric, spokesperson...
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NEOC announces first polio drive of 2026

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The National Emergency Operations Center (NEOC) has announced the first national polio vaccination campaign of 2026, scheduled to run from February 2 to February...
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PM approves Charah Dam project to meet twin cities’ water needs

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Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif has approved the Charah Dam project, a key initiative aimed at addressing the water needs of Islamabad and Rawalpindi. The...
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Former Senator Mushtaq Ahmed launches Pakistan Rights Movement

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Former Senator Mushtaq Ahmed announced the formation of a new political party, the Pakistan Rights Movement (PRM), during a ceremony in the federal capital...
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Pak Navy tests LY-80 missile and loitering munitions successfully

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The Pakistan Navy conducted a major display of operational and combat readiness in the Northern Arabian Sea, successfully demonstrating its advanced maritime and aerial...
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KP demands timely funds amid shortfall of Rs127 billion

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The Finance Advisor of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) has written to the federal government, raising alarm over the province’s worsening fiscal situation due to delayed...
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Public sector debt reaches Rs9.57 trillion, pension liabilities Rs2 trillion

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The total debt of Pakistan’s public sector companies has reached Rs9.577 trillion, with the overall deficit rising sharply by 300 percent to Rs123.9 billion...
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Emergency plan approved to tackle water shortage in Islamabad

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The federal government has decided to implement a comprehensive plan on an emergency basis to address the growing water shortage in Islamabad, with a...
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Pakistan advises citizens to avoid non-essential travel to Iran

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Pakistan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has advised Pakistani citizens to avoid non-essential travel to the Islamic Republic of Iran until the situation improves, citing...
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Supreme Court takes disciplinary action against three officials

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The Supreme Court has taken disciplinary action against three of its officials over serious administrative lapses, according to an official statement issued by the...
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Federal govt appoints Dr Kabir Ahmed Sidhu as new SECP Chairman

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The federal government has approved the appointment of Dr Kabir Ahmed Sidhu as the new Chairman of the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan...
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FIA arrests three in Copyright Act violation case

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The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) Corporate Crime Circle Lahore has arrested three suspects for their alleged involvement in violations of the Copyright Act, officials...
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ANF arrests five, seizes drugs worth Rs174 million nationwide

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The Anti-Narcotics Force (ANF) has intensified its crackdown against drug trafficking near educational institutions and across major cities, arresting five suspects in six separate...
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Customs, Rangers seized smuggled goods worth millions in Karachi

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Pakistan Customs, in coordination with the 91 Wing of the Rangers, recovered a large quantity of smuggled goods during a joint anti-smuggling operation at...
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11 terrorists killed in separate intelligence-based operations in NW Pakistan

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Pakistan’s security forces killed 11 Khwarij linked to the Indian proxy Fitna Al Khwarij in two separate intelligence-based operations carried out in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa...
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Sohail Afridi arrives in Karachi, preps for January 11 Mazar-e-Quaid rally

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Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister, Sohail Afridi, arrived in Karachi on a three-day visit on Friday, where he was received by Sindh Provincial Minister Saeed...
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BHC orders province-wide shift to model courts

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On the directive of the Chief Justice of the Balochistan High Court, all district judiciary courts across the province have been declared model courts...
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Interior Minister Orders Tough Action Against Human Smugglers

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Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi on Friday ordered the continuation of strict and indiscriminate action against human smuggling networks and organized begging mafias, directing the...
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PM directs to distribute Ramadan aid through digital system

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Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday directed relevant ministries and institutions to prepare a more effective and beneficial Ramadan relief package for the public,...
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Balochistan cabinet approves electric bike scheme for public

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The Balochistan cabinet has decided to launch an electric bike scheme for the general public, aimed at providing affordable and environmentally friendly transport through...
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PA standing committee approves Criminal Procedure Amendment Bill 2025

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The Punjab Assembly’s Standing Committee has approved the Punjab Code of Criminal Procedure (Amendment) Bill 2025, aimed at speeding up the process of filing...
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Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi visits Beijing Police College, observes high-tech training

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Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi visited Beijing Police College, where he reviewed its advanced high-tech training facilities and operational demonstrations. During the visit, Naqvi witnessed...
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Türkiye Says it will support Syrian army if requested amid Aleppo clashes

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Türkiye’s Defense Ministry said on Thursday that it would assist the Syrian army if requested, as fighting between Syrian government forces and the Kurdish-led...
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Committee reviews Diamer-Bhasha Dam victims’ complaints, prioritizes agreements

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A committee meeting on addressing grievances of Diamer-Bhasha Dam-affected people was held under the chairmanship of Federal Minister for Kashmir, Gilgit-Baltistan, and Safron, Engineer...
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Commerce Minister highlights Pakistan’s economic recovery at ABC meeting

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Federal Minister for Commerce Jam Kamal Khan on Thursday said Pakistan’s economy has shown steady improvement over the past three years, pointing to stronger...
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Court orders to register murder case against CTD officers in Rawalpindi

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A court in Rawalpindi has ordered the registration of a murder case against Counter Terrorism Department (CTD) officers in connection with an alleged fake...
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ANF arrests seven, seizes drugs worth over Rs302m

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The Anti-Narcotics Force (ANF) has arrested seven suspects, including a woman, during five separate operations conducted in different cities, recovering drugs worth more than...
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Qaid-e-Azam Business Park gets dedicated 220kV Grid Station

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Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC)’s decisive and effective leadership is enabling major energy projects that are reshaping Pakistan’s industrial landscape, officials said. The National Grid...
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FIA foils attempted sea route to Iran, arrests 24 in Gwadar

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The Federal Investigation Agency’s (FIA) Composite Circle in Gwadar has arrested 24 individuals attempting to illegally travel to Iran by sea. The operation took place...
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Daddu Court sentences 10 police officers in fake encounter case

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A sessions court in Dadu has sentenced ten police officers, including the SHO of B-Section police station, to seven years in prison each for...
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Iran ready for war if forced, says Foreign Minister Araghchi

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Iran is prepared for war if forced into confrontation but does not seek one, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said on Thursday, while emphasizing...
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EU orders social media platform X to retain AI Chatbot data until 2026

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The European Commission has ordered social media platform X to retain all internal documents and data related to its built-in artificial intelligence chatbot Grok...
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Russian forces shoot down 142 Ukrainian drones

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Russian air defense systems shot down 142 Ukrainian fixed-wing drones and captured a new settlement in the special military operation zone over the past...
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STC leader Aidarous Al-Zubaidi flees Yemen, travels via Somalia to UAE

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The Saudi-led coalition in Yemen said Thursday that Aidarous Al-Zubaidi, leader of the Southern Transitional Council (STC), secretly left Yemen and traveled to Somalia...
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NEPRA raises average base power tariff by Rs1.79 per unit

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National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) has approved an increase of Rs1.79 per unit in the average base electricity tariff, effective from January 1,...
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Global mayors eye cooperation in ice and snow economy

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HARBIN: As mayors from around the world jointly lit the torch marking the opening of a dialogue event in Harbin, capital of northeast China's...
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Iran executes man convicted of spying for Mossad

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Iran executed a man convicted of spying for Israel's intelligence agency, Mossad, the official news agency of the Iranian judiciary reported on Wednesday. The report...
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UN condemns Israel for apartheid-like policies in West Bank

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The United Nations on Wednesday condemned Israel for violating international law by implementing apartheid-like policies in the West Bank, where Israeli settlers and Palestinians...
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Six civilians killed in Saudi strikes on Al-Zubaidi’s hometown

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Saudi airstrikes early Wednesday killed at least six people in the hometown of Aidarous Al-Zubaidi, leader of the Southern Transitional Council (STC), in Yemen's...
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Pakistani-origin players face visa hurdles for T20 World Cup 2026

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Five teams set to include Pakistani-origin players in their squads for the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 are reportedly facing difficulties obtaining Indian visas. Sources...
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Pakistan backs Bangladesh decision to skip India for World Cup

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Pakistan has extended full support to Bangladesh after the country decided not to travel to India for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, assuring...
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New Zealand announces 15-member squad for ICC T20 World Cup

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The New Zealand Cricket Board has announced a 15-member experienced squad for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. Fast bowler Jacob Duffy has been included...
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Australian cricket team to arrive in Pakistan on January 27

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The Australian cricket team is expected to arrive in Pakistan on January 27 ahead of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. The Pakistan Cricket Board...
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Rock climbing championship kicks off in Islamabad

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A rock climbing championship commenced in Islamabad on Wednesday, attracting young athletes from across the country. The event was jointly organized by the Alpine Club...
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