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January 5, 2026
Pakistan expresses ‘profound concern’, urges restraint and dialogue on Venezuela at UNSC
Pakistan expresses hope that Latin America and the Caribbean remain free from conflict and confrontation.
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January 5, 2026
Social media posts case: Cross-examination of key witness completed by Imaan, Hadi
NCCIA official refuses to comment on previous statements by incumbent ministers and an ex-army official that touched upon the issues of miss...
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January 5, 2026
Palestinian embassy in UK officially inaugurated
“This is a day of hope, a day of steadfastness, and a day that reminds the world that peace is not only possible, it is inevitable," says Am...
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January 5, 2026
Water tanker kills 7-year-old boy in Karachi’s Manghopir: police
Police say the driver was speeding on a street when he hit the boy, who died on the spot.
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January 5, 2026
Damascus seeks withdrawal of Israeli troops as US-mediated security talks with Syria resume
Syria is seeking an Israeli withdrawal to positions held before Assad was toppled; talks focused on reviving 1974 buffer zone pact.
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January 5, 2026
Maduro arrives for first US court appearance after capture
Deposed Venezuelan president escorted by armed law enforcement personnel to courthouse.
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January 5, 2026
Lahore court grants pre-arrest bail to qawwal booked for song linked to Imran Khan
The FIR alleged that Faraz Khan gave a "political colour" to the event as the song mentioned “Qaidi No. 804” in reference to former premier.
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January 5, 2026
Commonwealth, Asian Games and T20 World Cup to shape Pakistan’s 2026 sports calendar
Pakistan’s largest international medal haul this year can be expected at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Edinburgh from July 23-August 2.
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January 5, 2026
Greenland says ‘no more fantasies about annexation’ after Trump remarks
Denmark’s allies in Europe affirmed that the Arctic island’s future must be determined by its people.
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January 5, 2026
Karachi’s TDF Ghar and MagnifiScience Centre declared museums by Sindh government
Both venues have established themselves as important places for informal learning in Karachi.
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January 5, 2026
1 killed, 16 injured in Panjgur IED attack
IED was planted in a motorbike; assistant commissioner says three of the injured are in serious condition.
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January 5, 2026
A week in social media: An invasion, a YouTuber being attacked, and a new mayor
A recap of the biggest events on social media this week, ICYMI!
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January 5, 2026
Iran judiciary chief says ‘no leniency’ towards ‘rioters’
Judiciary chief says Iran “listens to the protesters and their criticism"; Fars news agency reports "a notable decrease in the number of gat...
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January 5, 2026
The Chalta Phirta Documentary Festival is returning to Karachi with 12 documentary films
The two-day festival will commence in the city on Jan 10 and then head to Lahore on Jan 17.
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January 5, 2026
Mustafa Amir murder case: Main suspect gets bail in illegal call centre case
Armaghan will remain in jail as multiple cases against him are still pending in court; defence counsel says not a “single shred of evidence”...
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January 5, 2026
India’s top court denies bail to Muslim student leader Umar Khalid
Khalid, 38, has been detained for more than 5 years on charges of conspiracy to trigger the deadly 2020 riots in Delhi.
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January 5, 2026
Life is a gift, says Navin Waqar about her character’s death in Humsafar
She urged people to live for themselves, focus on people who love them and never let anyone tell them they're worthless.
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January 5, 2026
CTD Sindh says major terrorist plot in Karachi foiled; 2,000kg of explosive material seized
CTD official says 3 terrorists have been arrested; Mazda truck loaded with explosive materials seized.
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January 5, 2026
Bangladesh orders indefinite ban on IPL telecast after Mustafizur Rahman row
All IPL-related broadcasts, promotions and event coverage has been suspended with immediate effect and will remain so until further orders.
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January 5, 2026
University of Lahore student injured after jumping from varsity’s second floor: police
Official says reason behind the incident yet to be ascertained, investigation under way; university suspends on-campus teaching activities u...
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January 5, 2026
KP CM Sohail Afridi calls on lawyers to stand up for independence of judiciary
Urges them to announce a lawyers’ movement while addressing the Islamabad Bar Association.
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January 5, 2026
As social media stardom takes over, do celebrities still need paparazzi and journalists?
The chasm between celebrities and journalists may have become more pronounced but whether stars like it or not, the power of the press remai...
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January 5, 2026
’We did this incredible thing’: Trump’s capture of Maduro and the ‘complexities’ of international law
America’s actions are a violation of Article 2(4) of the United Nations Charter and a clear act of aggression.
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January 5, 2026
NA speaker says opposition has not made formal contact for initiating talks
“The constitutional process for the appointment of the next opposition leader will be initiated in the next parliamentary session,” he says.
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January 5, 2026
PKCERT, Kaspersky sign MoU to strengthen cybersecurity in Pakistan
Both organisations to exchange relevant technical information, threat intelligence, data feeds related to cyber threats and cyberattacks aff...
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January 5, 2026
‘God made this year a test’: Hania Aamir shares a glimpse of her not-so-easy-year in a vulnerable post
The actor opened up about being the 'steady voice to so many', yet having to hope someone answers the phone just so the night feels survivab...
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January 5, 2026
‘We can revise tariffs very quickly’: Trump warns of higher tariffs on India over Russian oil purchases
“Modi is a good guy. He knew I was not happy, and it was important to make me happy,” US president says.
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January 5, 2026
I rode Karachi’s new double-decker bus and I think you should too
Getting around the city without a car is no easy feat, but these new buses definitely help.
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January 5, 2026
Root’s majestic 160 powers England to 384 in final Ashes Test
Resuming at 211-3, the day belonged to Root, who started on 72 and reached an almost chanceless century off 146 balls to reaffirm his status...
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January 5, 2026
Pakistan, China call for more ‘visible, verifiable’ actions to eliminate terrorist groups based in Afghanistan
Joint communique says China commended the measures taken by Islamabad to combat terrorism and protect the safety of Chinese personnel, proje...
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January 5, 2026
1 killed, 8 injured in IED attack on vehicle carrying cement workers in Lakki Marwat
Two of the injured are in critical condition.
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January 5, 2026
Trump says second Venezuela strike possible if govt does not cooperate, insists US ‘in charge’
Suggests Colombia and Mexico could also face military action if they do not reduce the flow of illicit drugs to the United States.
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January 5, 2026
PIA union makes vain effort to stall airline sale
People’s Unity alleges privatisation bidding process lacked transparency; employees barred from participation.
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January 5, 2026
Israeli PM provokes Tehran again as protests enter second week
Rights groups claim at least 16 killed, hundreds arrested during first week of protests.
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January 5, 2026
Trump ‘threatens’ Mexico, Cuba, Colombia next
Accuses the Colombian leader of facilitating drug trafficking into the United States.
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January 5, 2026
Bracing for the new year
The government must exercise caution in its policy choices, ensuring that short-term growth ambition does not undermine long-term economic s...
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January 5, 2026
Chasing every dollar is a policy mistake
Treating all FDI as equally beneficial and celebrating investments that merely exploit domestic demand reflects a flawed economic strategy.
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January 5, 2026
The flaws of coercive sustainability
Banks cannot substitute relationship-based rural finance with unsecure, portal-driven credit mandates and expect similar repayment behaviour...
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January 5, 2026
Ongoing threat
VIOLENCE feels routine in Pakistan. The security situation deteriorated sharply in 2025, marking the fifth...
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January 5, 2026
A lost decade
Inflation may have subsided since 2024 but dynamism in the economy is still missing.
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January 5, 2026
A national agenda for 2026
Overlapping challenges facing the country are a test of leadership for all political stakeholders.
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January 5, 2026
Qawwal booked in Lahore over song linked to Imran Khan
He sang a song titled 'Qaidi No 804' during a government-sponsored cultural event at the Shalimar Gardens.
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January 5, 2026
US aggression against Venezuela condemned
Protesters in Karachi condemn US aggression against Venezuela and express solidarity with its people.
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January 5, 2026
US president makes ‘illogical’ claim about ‘stolen’ US oil
Historical records show Venezuela’s oil nationalisation is a negotiated process with compensation, not outright theft as claimed by the US p...
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January 5, 2026
FIA sets up pre-departure facilitation desks nationwide following large-scale offloading complaints
FIA sets up pre-departure facilitation desks nationwide following large-scale offloading complaints
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January 5, 2026
FIA sets up pre-departure facilitation desks nationwide following large-scale offloading complaints
Initiative aims to provide guidance and assistance to international travellers on immigration procedures and clearances, ensuring a smoother...
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January 5, 2026
Pakistan calls for Kashmir plebiscite on Right to Self-Determination Day
AJK PM urges UN to help resolve Kashmir issue
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January 5, 2026
Pakistanis stuck in Afghanistan want border to reopen
Students, traders and others stranded since October; truck drivers rue their livelihood has dried up
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January 5, 2026
3 new firms seek to sell gas as existing licensees remain idle
Ogra has scheduled a public hearing for Jan 16 and invited comments from stakeholders before deciding on the grant of licences.
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January 5, 2026