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July 8, 2026
Karachi ranked among ‘least liveable cities’ in the world
KARACHI has been ranked among the ‘least-liveable cities in the world’, ranking 170th among 173 cities on the...
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July 8, 2026
Systemic failure
Chaotic governance and inconsistent policies continue to deter foreign investment in the country.
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July 8, 2026
Terrorism threat
THE surge in terrorist violence in Balochistan highlights the renewed threat confronting Pakistan. The martyrdom of...
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July 8, 2026
JUI-F challenges Islamabad's child marriage law in Shariat court
The petition argues that the law’s definition of a “child” as a person under 18 years of age conflicts with the Islamic concept of puberty...
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July 8, 2026
US unleashes new wave of strikes on Iran after reinstating oil sanctions over attacks in Strait of Hormuz
Says it hit over 80 targets in strikes intended to impose "heavy costs"; Iran's military command vows "crushing response".
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July 8, 2026
Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi in US for key talks
Naqvi is scheduled to meet the UN Secretary-General; diplomatic sources say he is also expected to meet New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani.
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July 8, 2026
Peshawar High Court directs Centre to decide Afghan asylum seekers’ cases on non-refoulement principle
Stops deportation of 140 families, individuals until decision on matter by govt.
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July 8, 2026
Brother of ANP leader shot dead in Bajaur
Police official says the assailants managed to escape; ANP workers and supporters demand a transparent inquiry into the incident.
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July 8, 2026
Probe initiated into ‘illegal’ appointments in Hayatabad Medical Complex
Anti-Corruption Establishment has sought complete record from hospital director.
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July 8, 2026
KP police foiled 341 drone attacks in six months
Say they set up Pakistan’s first dedicated Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Division to “disable terrorist drones and conduct further research on the...
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July 8, 2026
17 killed as deadly storms buffet China; over 130,000 evacuated
40 rivers and waterways overflowing in southern Guangxi region.
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July 8, 2026
Unicef to design Peshawar Children’s Hospital
Govt promises Rs2.1bn for equipment, other items.
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July 8, 2026
CDA completes bidding process for garbage collection project in Islamabad
Two bidders declared non-responsive and now only one is in race, says official.
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July 8, 2026
Security of Afghans’ holding centre tightened in Rawalpindi
According to police sources, 55 police personnel have been deployed 55 police personnel were deployed in three shifts at the centre located...
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July 8, 2026
Artificial intelligence to drive new tax model, says Aurangzeb
Says Parliament has introduced a new tax administration operating model and approved a new structure in which notices will be issued through...
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July 8, 2026
Iesco ends load management, promises uninterrupted power supply
Recent unprecedented heatwave resulted in exceptionally high electricity demand, says official.
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July 8, 2026
Unchecked settlements near Gilgit raise Glof risks
Suparco says obstructed floodplain could trigger overbank flooding, debris flows; satellite imagery shows number of "unfrozen lakes" increas...
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July 8, 2026
Govt to train 10,000 youth in cutting-edge agri technologies, says PM’s aide
The three-year project will initially be rolled out in peanut-growing areas of Gujar Khan in Rawalpindi district and Fateh Jang in Attock di...
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July 8, 2026
PML-N leader calls for dialogue to resolve AJK standoff
Advises the Azad Kashmir Action Committee to come to the table.
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July 8, 2026
Woman throws acid on man in Kasur
Police claims that the acid was diluted causing minor wounds.
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July 8, 2026
Rainfall in several parts of Lahore
As rainwater collected in several low-lying areas, Wasa activated its monsoon emergency response and launched drainage operations.
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July 8, 2026
Three ex-bankers jailed for Rs976m embezzlement in Lahore
The court sentenced the principal convict, to 28-year rigorous imprisonment and imposed a fine of Rs600m.
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July 8, 2026
Man gets jail term, fine for torture of wife, adopted daughter in Lahore
According to the complainant, her husband, had a history of habitually subjecting her and their daughter to physical abuse.
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July 8, 2026
Railways to procure 16 new power plants with over Rs3bn
Minister says work on phasing out old plants in trains has started.
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July 8, 2026
Cabinet extends Rangers’ deployment in Sindh for one more year
Orders action against wheat hoarders to stabilise prices; Sharjeel asks MQM-P to quit federal ministries before launchi
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July 8, 2026
Man with no history of swimming dies of brain infection caused by Naegleria fowleri in Karachi
Year’s first death due to deadly infection raises concern over piped water quality; people urged to put chlorine tablets in water tanks.
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July 8, 2026
SHC grants bail to woman in drug peddling case
Suspect allegedly sold narcotics to university students
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July 8, 2026
Bad news for Karachiites as K-IV completion pushed to 2029
First phase, designed to supply 260MGD, is expected to be completed by December 2029, NA panel told
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July 8, 2026
Russia lifts ban on Punjab potatoes
ISLAMABAD: Russia has lifted restrictions on the import of potatoes from Punjab, allowing 101 exporters to resume...
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July 8, 2026
Three killed in Quetta, Duki blasts
QUETTA: Two students of a religious seminary and another man were killed in separate explosions in Quetta and the...
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July 8, 2026
Switzerland beat Colombia on penalties to reach FIFA World Cup quarter-finals
Switzerland last reached the quarter-finals when they hosted the World Cup in 1954.
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July 7, 2026
Internet calls out ‘controversial refereeing’ after Argentina break Egypt hearts at World Cup
Egyptian supporters, along with many neutrals, accused officials of favouring the reigning world champions.
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July 7, 2026
Cargo plane disappears from radar over Arabian Sea off Karachi
Coordinated search and rescue operation launched at sea involving various agencies to locate the missing aircraft.
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July 7, 2026
Argentina stage stunning late comeback to see off Egypt in FIFA World Cup
Enzo Fernandez headed the winning goal three minutes into stoppage time from a Lautaro Martinez cross.
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July 7, 2026
Three ships struck in Hormuz flare-up, Qatar slams Iranian attack
String of attacks revives concerns about freedom of navigation; vessels were struck close to Oman.
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July 7, 2026
KP govt enacts law granting lawmakers lifetime official passports, expanding privileges
MPAs will also be entitled to use VIP lounges at all airports, while club memberships will be available on the same terms and rates as those...
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July 7, 2026
Cabinet approves new Haj policy aimed at improving pilgrim services
Pilgrims will be able to register at any time for Haj in any year up to 2030.
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July 7, 2026
Etihad Town opens a new chapter with the launch of Phase
Etihad Town Phase - IV marks the developer's ninth project across Pakistan and fifth development in Lahore, further strengthening its presen...
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July 7, 2026
China breaks step with global markets, and investors buy in
Regulators, state banks and state-backed investors have swung behind promoting stability as a policy goal, analysts say.
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July 7, 2026
Trump says he will lift Turkiye sanctions, decide on selling F-35s
Trump says he will lift Turkiye sanctions, decide on selling F-35s
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July 7, 2026
PAF officer who sacrificed his life saving woman in distress laid to rest with military honours: ISPR
ACM Sidhu says the sacrifice “epitomises the finest traditions of the PAF and the Armed Forces of Pakistan”.
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July 7, 2026
This year's El Nino likely to become record-breaker: top expert
Expert says it would be “a very, very big surprise” if the event failed to be a record-breaker.
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July 7, 2026
PSX snaps 5-day bullish streak, falls by over 1,100 points
Topline Securities Ltd attributes decline to profit-taking, selling pressure across key sectors during latter half of session.
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July 7, 2026
JI chief announces countrywide protests against 'extortionary' petroleum levy on Friday
“Petrol should cost no more than Rs225 per litre,” says Hafiz Naeemur Rehman.
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July 7, 2026
Nato showcases big arms deals in Ankara before summit with Trump
The deals include European countries buying surveillance drones from US company Northrop Grumman, and Nato buying planes from Sweden’s Saab.
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July 7, 2026
Italy's Meloni seeks to avoid escalation after Trump revives personal feud
Meloni was once seen as a close ally of Trump, but the relationship faltered last month when he told Italian TV channel La7 that she had “be...
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July 7, 2026
Temple built on site of demolished Babri mosque reshuffles leadership after donation theft scandal
Opposition parties have asked for the trust to be dissolved and Modi to speak up on the issue.
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July 7, 2026
Review: Is Sukhumvit Karachi's answer to authentic Thai food?
The supper-club-turned-restaurant has a limited menu, limited seating but a lot of potential.
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July 7, 2026
ECP warns KP, Islamabad again over delays in local govt polls
Commission sets July 28 for next hearing; directs submission of pending notifications.
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July 7, 2026