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29pc tariff imposed on Pakistan as Trump’s sweeping import levies amp up global trade war

China vows retaliation; Australia says tariffs "not act of a friend"; India faces lower levies than rest of South Asia; already-tariffed Canada and Mexico not in new list.

Updated 03 Apr, 2025 12:51pm

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Gaza rescuers say Israeli air strikes in north kill at least 15

Israeli army issues new evacuation order for residents in Gaza; Hamas warns those who "spread chaos" after killing of its police officer.

Updated 03 Apr, 2025 12:50pm

Myanmar’s junta chief to head to Bangkok summit as quake toll surpasses 3,000

Junta joins its opponents in calling a temporary halt to hostilities to allow relief to be delivered.

Published 03 Apr, 2025 11:31am

Deportations of Afghan refugees begin today amid ‘deadline extension’ confusion

UNHCR spokesperson says some ACC holders may require "protection", urges Islamabad to view their cases sympathetically.

Published 03 Apr, 2025 09:01am

No ‘target date’ for finalising visa restrictions, says State Dept

Delay in finalising list of nations whose citizens could face additional curbs on US travel points to internal disagreements, legal and bureaucratic challenges.

Updated 03 Apr, 2025 08:01am

‘Pricey’ Starlink not an immediate threat, say telcos

Want satellite-based internet services to be subject to same restrictions.

Updated 03 Apr, 2025 09:36am

Gilani designated founding chairman of Inter-Parliamentary Speakers’ Conference

Decision made during recent visit to Malaysia, where he attended an exclusive briefing session on the forthcoming ISC in South Korea.

Updated 03 Apr, 2025 10:47am

Under-trial prisoner found dead in Attock jail

The 37-year-old was found by his fellow prisoners hanging from the window of the jail washroom.

Published 03 Apr, 2025 07:14am

Govt committed to addressing political, economic issues of Balochistan: minister

Bilal Kiani says addressing grievances of people of Balochistan, countering terrorism are crucial to peace and prosperity in province.

Updated 03 Apr, 2025 10:54am

Mystery shrouds Karachi Korangi Creek inferno as officials still await soil test reports

Flames rage on with almost same intensity for 5th consecutive day; mayor says reports to identify what’s burning inside expected today.

Updated 03 Apr, 2025 10:18am

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President's physician says his health is "improving"; PPP's Sharjeel Inam refutes reports of Zardari being shifted to Dubai for treatment.

Pakistan , Updated 02 Apr, 2025 06:41pm

President Zardari tests positive for coronavirus: physician

Afghan Taliban govt urges Pakistan not to start deportation of refugees as deadline expires

Minister urges Pakistan to allow refugees to return voluntarily; state media says strict action to commence after expiry of deadline.

Pakistan , Published 01 Apr, 2025 01:51pm

Afghan Taliban govt urges Pakistan not to start deportation of refugees as deadline expires

Rare Asiatic desert cat found in Sulaiman Range

Leghari tribes' chief who spotted the feline says conservationists keeping exact location undisclosed to protect it.

Newspaper , Updated 02 Apr, 2025 10:21am

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PM Shehbaz contacts President Zardari, enquires about his health

Sindh governor also calls President Zardari's physician Dr Asim and asks about health, offers well wishes.

Pakistan , Published 01 Apr, 2025 11:02pm

PM Shehbaz contacts President Zardari, enquires about his health

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29pc tariff imposed on Pakistan as Trump’s sweeping import levies amp up global trade war

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Myanmar’s junta chief to head to Bangkok summit as quake toll surpasses 3,000

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Gaza rescuers say Israeli air strikes in north kill at least 15

Indian bill to revamp Muslim land management faces backlash

US Secret Service refused to serve summons on Doval

Israeli minister visits Al Aqsa Mosque compound

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AI coming for anime but Studio Ghibli’s Miyazaki irreplaceable, son says

“It wouldn’t be surprising if, in two years’ time, there was a film made completely through AI,” Goro Miyazaki said.

AFP Published 03 Apr, 2025 11:19am

If you have a sweet tooth, Liaquatabad’s Mithai Gali is a must visit

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