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Islamabad ATC convicts 10 over May 9 riots case

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Donald Trump may seek dismissal of hush money case as sentencing delayed

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Rawalpindi court issues issues non-bailable arrest warrant for Bushra Bibi in £190m case

Army chief resolute in dismantling terrorist networks, eradicating ‘illegal spectrum’

Army chief resolute in dismantling terrorist networks, eradicating ‘illegal spectrum’

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French father jailed for 20 years over raping teenage adoptive daughter, enlisting strangers

PTI adamant on holding Nov 24 protest despite IHC order; section 144 enforced in Punjab

PTI adamant on holding Nov 24 protest despite IHC order; section 144 enforced in Punjab

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From Rome to Islamabad: A culinary celebration of Italy’s soulful flavours

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Endometriosis linked to slightly higher risk of early death: US study

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Rare outburst from Bushra Bibi ruffles many feathers

Rare outburst from Bushra Bibi ruffles many feathers

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Kurram atrocity

Kurram atrocity

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Cartoon: 22 November, 2024

Cartoon: 22 November, 2024

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PTI ‘rues’ Bushra’s remarks at critical juncture

PTI ‘rues’ Bushra’s remarks at critical juncture

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At least 38 dead in gun attack on passenger vans in KP’s Kurram District: police

At least 38 dead in gun attack on passenger vans in KP’s Kurram District: police

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Orya Maqbool Jan released from Lahore’s Camp Jail on post-arrest bail in hate speech case

Orya Maqbool Jan released from Lahore’s Camp Jail on post-arrest bail in hate speech case

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Big blow to PTI as IHC rules no protest allowed over weekend amid Belarusian president’s visit

Big blow to PTI as IHC rules no protest allowed over weekend amid Belarusian president’s visit

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39 killed in Kurram convoy bloodbath

39 killed in Kurram convoy bloodbath

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Bangladesh ex-PM Khaleda Zia makes first public appearance in 6 years

Bangladesh ex-PM Khaleda Zia makes first public appearance in 6 years

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Editorial: Continuing to ignore the violence in Kurram would be a monumental mistake

Editorial: Continuing to ignore the violence in Kurram would be a monumental mistake

All state institutions must come up with solid plans to protect Kurram’s people, and other vulnerable populations in KP.

Under PTI govt, many parts of KP have again become killing fields

Under PTI govt, many parts of KP have again become killing fields

How can universities contribute to economic growth in Pakistan?

How can universities contribute to economic growth in Pakistan?

Explainer: What’s next after ICC issues warrants for Israeli leaders?

Explainer: What’s next after ICC issues warrants for Israeli leaders?

Editorial: Addressing Balochistan’s socioeconomic deprivation is as important as restoring peace

Editorial: Addressing Balochistan’s socioeconomic deprivation is as important as restoring peace

Opinion

Education: the economic angle

Education: the economic angle

Ijaz A. Qureshi

University regulators need to create a culture of increased industry engagement to enhance practical research skills.

Smog and schooling

22 Nov, 2024

Smog and schooling

Killing fields

Updated 22 Nov, 2024

Killing fields

Aasim Sajjad Akhtar

Iqbal’s philosophy

22 Nov, 2024

Iqbal’s philosophy

Delivering clean air

Updated 21 Nov, 2024

Delivering clean air

Ali Tauqeer Sheikh

Editorial

Kurram atrocity

Updated 22 Nov, 2024

Kurram atrocity

It would be a monumental mistake for the state to continue ignoring the violence in Kurram.

Persistent grip

22 Nov, 2024

Persistent grip

An audit of polio funds at federal and provincial levels is sorely needed, with obstacles hindering eradication efforts targeted.

Green transport

22 Nov, 2024

Green transport

THE government has taken a commendable step by announcing a New Energy Vehicle policy aiming to ensure that by 2030,...

Military option

Updated 21 Nov, 2024

Military option

While restoring peace is essential, addressing Balochistan’s socioeconomic deprivation is equally important.

HIV/AIDS disaster

21 Nov, 2024

HIV/AIDS disaster

A TORTUROUS sense of déjà vu is attached to the latest health fiasco at Multan’s Nishtar Hospital. The largest...

Dubious pardon

21 Nov, 2024

Dubious pardon

IT is disturbing how a crime as grave as custodial death has culminated in an out-of-court ‘settlement’. The...

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Rare outburst from Bushra Bibi ruffles many feathers

Rare outburst from Bushra Bibi ruffles many feathers