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PTI awaits Fazl’s return to launch another drive

Asad Qaiser claims security situation deteriorating in Fata due to Afghan policy.

Updated 07 Mar, 2025 07:34am

Uproar over member’s arrest dominates Senate

PTI lawmaker Aon Abbas Bappi held for illegal poaching, Senate told.

Updated 07 Mar, 2025 07:46am

Pakistan awaits official word on possible US travel ban

Rubio announces visa restrictions on those facilitating illegal immigration; ambassador Rizwan Shaikh says nothing official yet.

Updated 07 Mar, 2025 08:02am

Nepra notifies Rs3 per unit refund for K-Electric consumers in March bills

Notifies refund of Rs.2.124/kWh following adjustment on variation in fuel charges for January in approved tariff of ex-Wapda distribution companies.

Published 06 Mar, 2025 11:07pm

Hamas continuing negotiations on remaining stages of ceasefire deal

Switzerland cancels Geneva Conventions meeting on Palestinian areas, diplomats say.

Updated 06 Mar, 2025 10:46pm

US envoy says to meet in Saudi with Ukrainians on peace ‘framework’

Steve Witkoff calls Zelensky's apology "a very positive first step".

Published 06 Mar, 2025 11:56pm

Govt to complete PIA’s privatisation within 3 months: Aleem Khan

Privatisation minister also expects PIA flights to US, Far East in next phase of process.

Published 06 Mar, 2025 07:59pm

Sudan launches genocide case against UAE at ICJ for alleged RSF support

UAE says it will seek immediate dismissal of the case, which it says lacks “any legal or factual basis”.

Published 06 Mar, 2025 10:19pm

Trump exempts Mexico goods from tariffs for a month, but doesn’t mention Canada

Tariff reprieve in place until April 2; Trudeau says Canada will be in a "trade war ... for the foreseeable future".

Published 06 Mar, 2025 10:48pm

Army chief vows to bring planners, facilitators of Bannu Cantt attack to justice soon

Says culprits will be brought to justice "wherever they may be"; KP health minister assures compensation package for victims.

Updated 06 Mar, 2025 06:27pm

Trump Escalates Trade Dispute with Canada & Mexico

Can Ukraine Win The War Without US?

How Ramazan Shapes Pakistan’s Economy

Why Can’t Pakistanis Afford to Buy or Rent?

Israel’s Netanyahu And Turkiye’s Erdogan Clash Over PKK-Kurdish Issue

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Editorial: Pressure tactics will not force Dawn to abandon principled journalism

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Bayer champions sustainability for Pakistan’s future

The company is actively advancing healthcare access and innovative solutions for a healthier future.

The Pond’s Miracle Council celebrates beauty and wellness

Top creators, skincare experts and industry leaders unite to shape the future of beauty.

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New Trump travel ban could bar Afghans, Pakistanis soon: report

Three sources say Pakistan to also be recommended for inclusion in govt review of countries’ security and vetting risks.

World , Published 06 Mar, 2025 10:43am

New Trump travel ban could bar Afghans, Pakistanis soon: report

No Champions Trophy final deals one last blow to hosts Pakistan

Former captain Rashid Latif says no final despite heavy investment is a blow as country reportedly spent $16m to upgrade 3 venues.

Sport , Published 05 Mar, 2025 04:00pm

No Champions Trophy final deals one last blow to hosts Pakistan

Pakistan rises to second in Global Terrorism Index

TTP emerges as one of fastest-growing terror groups globally, responsible for 52pc of deaths in 2024.

Pakistan , Published 06 Mar, 2025 09:15am

Pakistan rises to second in Global Terrorism Index

Govt appoints chief adviser to finance minister for Pakistan Crypto Council

Finance division calls Bilal bin Saqib's appointment "critical achievement" in Pakistan’s efforts to become regional leader in cryptocurrency space.

Business , Published 05 Mar, 2025 11:30pm

Govt appoints chief adviser to finance minister for Pakistan Crypto Council

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OPINION

Sinking dreams

The proposed measures to combat migrant smuggling are sound, but will they be implemented?

Tariq Khosa

Terrorism ranking

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Fear and favour

IT came as something of a pleasant shock. Pakistan, long sidelined in America’s list of foreign policy priorities,...

Higher power costs

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BUSINESS

Nepra notifies Rs3 per unit refund for K-Electric consumers in March bills

Govt to complete PIA’s privatisation within 3 months: Aleem Khan

Shares at PSX climb more than 1,400 points on IMF review optimism

Public Accounts Committee unhappy with PAEC, FBR audit objections

Pakistan’s industry paying double power costs of US, China, India: report

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WORLD

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Sudan launches genocide case against UAE at ICJ for alleged RSF support

Convicted French rapist’s daughter says has filed sex abuse case against father

Bangladesh election this year may be difficult due to unrest, says head of youth-led party

Iran appoints new envoy to UN nuclear watchdog

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Palestinian boy in Gaza documentary row says BBC will be responsible if anything happens to him

Abdullah al-Yazouri is facing 'harassment' after the channel aired and removed a documentary that saw him narrate the plight of Gaza's children.

Images Staff Published 06 Mar, 2025 02:20pm

Amitabh Bachchan agrees son Abhishek Bachchan is a ‘victim of nepotism negativity’

The veteran actor heaped praises on his son in a series of social media posts while agreeing that he was 'unnecessarily' targeted.

Images Staff Published 06 Mar, 2025 12:18pm

The killer highways of Balochistan

Imtiaz Baloch Updated 05 Mar, 2025 12:17pm

Why the Trumpian chainsaw to the global order may be an opportunity for Pakistan

Washington’s chainsaw to the old order may look terrifying from the outside, but if Pakistan uses this as the impetus to unleash its own process of creative destruction, the country can find its footing in a rapidly changing global landscape.

Uzair M. Younus Published 03 Mar, 2025 10:16am

Exodus from Pakistan: Why are thousands risking everything to escape?

A country's failure to provide hope and opportunity has turned migration into a desperate escape, forcing its people into perilous journeys only to face rejection, tragedy, or death.

Eric Shahzar Published 01 Mar, 2025 10:53am

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Banking data theft attacks on smartphones triple in 2024: report

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