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Taxing technology

THE recent decision by the FBR’s Directorate General of Customs Valuation to increase the ‘assessed value’ of...

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Terrorism again

THE elimination of 22 terrorists in an intelligence-based operation in Khyber highlights both the scale and ...

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Lebanon truce

THE fact that the truce between Israel and Lebanon has been extended for three weeks should be welcomed. But there...

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Indus Cloud signs strategic partnership agreement with PTCL to deliver cloud excellence

Indus Cloud signs strategic partnership agreement with PTCL to deliver cloud excellence

The partnership marks a significant step in Indus Cloud’s and PTCL’s joint efforts to strengthen Pakistan’s cloud and data centre infrastructure...

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K&N's SmartCooking Recipes: Pink Sauce Pasta

K&N's SmartCooking Recipes: Pink Sauce Pasta

A rich and creamy pink sauce pasta topped with crispy chicken fillet strips, combining comforting flavours with a subtle spicy kick.

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Ad astra

AMONG the many developments this month that Pakistanis can take pride in is the news that one of their own will soon...

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Real estate power

THE latest round of land valuation revisions by the FBR for tax purposes signifies a familiar pattern that ...

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Pahalgam aftermath

A YEAR after at least 26 people were killed in a terrorist attack in occupied Kashmir’s Pahalgam area, ties ...

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The Bank of Punjab signs strategic MoU with Stacks to advance digital remittances and financial innovation

The Bank of Punjab signs strategic MoU with Stacks to advance digital remittances and financial innovation

As part of this initiative, the two organisations will also undertake a pilot transaction to explore the use of stablecoins for remittances.

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Virtual courts

THOUGH routine activities in Islamabad have been greatly hindered amidst security preparations for another round of...

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Climate & livelihoods

THE latest ILO report estimates that around 3.3m jobs may have been affected by the 2025 floods — significantly...

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Ceasefire extension

THOUGH the US has extended the Iran ceasefire — thanks largely to effective Pakistani diplomacy to prevent sliding...

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Koç Group’s home appliances company Beko invests $20 million in a manufacturing transformation at Dawlance

Koç Group’s home appliances company Beko invests $20 million in a manufacturing transformation at Dawlance

The inauguration underscores Koç Group’s continued commitment to advancing industrial capability and long-term investment in Pakistan.

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Fatima Fertilizer and Multan Sultans celebrate Title Sponsorship with a grand meet and greet in Karachi

Fatima Fertilizer and Multan Sultans celebrate Title Sponsorship with a grand meet and greet in Karachi

The event brought this partnership to life, giving Fatima Fertilizer’s dealer network and farming community an up-close experience with their...

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Extrajudicial killing

THE appeal by a Lady Health Worker from Muzaffargarh to the chief justice of Pakistan for an independent probe into...

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Rights at risk

ACROSS the world, rights are shrinking. Amnesty International’s latest report notes a pattern that cuts across...

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Moment of truth

ISLAMABAD is all set to host the second round of US-Iran talks. But the million-dollar question is: will they go...

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600,000 tractors: How Al-Ghazi Tractors became part of Pakistan’s agricultural story

600,000 tractors: How Al-Ghazi Tractors became part of Pakistan’s agricultural story

The plant is one of the largest of its kind in the country and has been the sole address of the company's production for over four decades.

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Ritual economy

IN tense times, religious and heritage-centred tourism renews hope for peace, inclusivity and prosperity. Recently,...

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Food dependency

PAKISTAN’S latest food trade figures highlight the persistence of a disturbing trend that policymakers have ...

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Delicate moment

Amongst the biggest obstacles to peace is the mixed messaging from the White House.

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K&N’s SmartCooking Recipes: Croquettes BBQ Sandwich

K&N’s SmartCooking Recipes: Croquettes BBQ Sandwich

A quick and flavourful croquette sandwich layered with tangy BBQ sauce, creamy mayonnaise, fresh vegetables and melted cheese.

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Preserving antiquities

THE decision by Pakistan and Italy to formalise cooperation against antiquities trafficking is a welcome and long...

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Delaying LG polls

AFTER multiple failed attempts in recent years, the Election Commission of Pakistan has once again set in motion the...

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Round two?

WITH the prime minister having concluded a three-nation tour to marshal support for Pakistan’s diplomatic efforts...

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His unfiltered self

DONALD J. Trump, ‘leader of the free world’, has been in a particularly expressive mood of late. Across Truth...

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Bringing back wealth

INTERIOR Minister Mohsin Naqvi’s call to businessmen earlier this week to repatriate 20-30pc of their offshore...

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War reparations

Perhaps Washington can divert the billions it sends to arm the Zionist state annually towards reconstruction of Iran’s schools, hospitals and...

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Savage ‘honour’

PATRIARCHAL brutality, perpetrated by society and families, remains rampant in the country. Murder in the name of...

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The real threat

IN the run-up to the war on Iran, as well as over the past few days, American officials, from the president on down,...

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Power outages

AS summer approaches, households and industries across the country are again facing prolonged power outages as...

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Chery Master Pakistan sets a new industry benchmark with Tiggo 8 and Tiggo 9 PHEV CKD Line-Off in five days

Chery Master Pakistan sets a new industry benchmark with Tiggo 8 and Tiggo 9 PHEV CKD Line-Off in five days

This milestone builds on an exceptional market response, with strong customer demand reflecting a clear shift toward plug-in hybrid mobility in...

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Derailing eradication

PAKISTAN’S fight against polio continues to be undermined not just by a stubborn virus, but also a persistent...

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Short-lived relief

PAKISTAN’S latest financial relief from Saudi Arabia has arrived at a critical moment. Not only has Riyadh pledged...

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Hectic diplomacy

PAKISTAN’S top civil and military leaders are currently engaged in hectic shuttle diplomacy, crisscrossing ...

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Nishat Group celebrates 5,000 units milestone for Omoda & Jaecoo in Pakistan

Nishat Group celebrates 5,000 units milestone for Omoda & Jaecoo in Pakistan

This global momentum is now strongly reflected in Pakistan’s market performance.

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Rs500/month to insure a shop with just a 48-hour payout? It could transform SME survival in Pakistan

Rs500/month to insure a shop with just a 48-hour payout? It could transform SME survival in Pakistan

In an interview with Dawn News English, Jubilee General Insurance’s CEO outlines a simple but ambitious plan to bring insurance to millions of small...

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Lahore’s growth in focus: Vision Group Chairman Aleem Khan and RUDA CEO Imran Amin visit ParkView City Embankment

Lahore’s growth in focus: Vision Group Chairman Aleem Khan and RUDA CEO Imran Amin visit ParkView City Embankment

They were briefed on the pace of work, engineering standards and upcoming phases of the project.

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NADRA Technologies Limited (NTL) and Identity360 Global join forces on AI-based digital identity and verification solutions

NADRA Technologies Limited (NTL) and Identity360 Global join forces on AI-based digital identity and verification solutions

The MoU marks a strategic step towards strengthening Pakistan’s digital ecosystem by enabling secure, scalable and technology-driven identity...

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Escaping pain

THE atrocities inflicted on the Rohingya — the world’s “most persecuted community”, according to...

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In unsafe hands

Preventing another outbreak requires consistent enforcement of infection control, reliable medical supplies, stricter limits on unnecessary...

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Lebanon talks

THE US-brokered talks between Lebanon and Israel, held in Washington on Tuesday, were closely followed across the...

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Ending child marriages

THE Punjab Assembly’s committee approval of the Child Marriage Restraint Bill, 2026, is a welcome and necessary...

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Jailed PTI leaders

WITH the failing health of several incarcerated political leaders again in the news, the state risks inviting...

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Sliver of hope

WHILE predictions about the fate of the US-Iran negotiations range from excessively optimistic to doomsday ...

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Etihad Town hands over Etihad Business District Sialkot in record time, announces executive block expansion

Etihad Town hands over Etihad Business District Sialkot in record time, announces executive block expansion

Positioned as Sialkot’s most premium commercial zone, the Etihad Business District saw exceptional demand from investors and businesses.

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K&N’s SmartCooking Recipes: Mughlai Tikka Burrito

K&N’s SmartCooking Recipes: Mughlai Tikka Burrito

A bold and satisfying Mughlai tikka burrito packed with spiced kebabs, fresh salad and creamy garlic yoghurt sauce wrapped in a soft tortilla.

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Eternal voice

ASHA Bhosle, the last colossus of music’s golden era, fell silent on Sunday. ‘The voice of love’ lived every...

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Wheat worries

IT is once again that time of year when wheat producers, particularly smallholder farmers, worry about recovering...

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Blow hot, blow cold

PEACEMAKING becomes increasingly difficult when belligerents continue to resort to threats, bullying and insults....

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