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ECP sets February 7 for first phase of Punjab local government elections
The commission accepted a provincial request to delay the polls to February 2027 to avoid adverse weather and ensure administrative convenience.
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Pakistan and UK agree to expand cooperation in security, trade, and migration
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Pakistan's Commerce Minister meets with Saudi Arabia, Egypt, and Tunisia officials in Türkiye
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ECP reserves verdict on Punjab's request to delay local elections
The Punjab government argues that harsh winter weather and preparation needs necessitate moving the polls to after January 20.
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Pakistan remembers Shabab Keranvi on 44th anniversary of his death
The late artist was a prolific author of 24 Urdu novels and a significant figure in the Pakistani film industry.
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FCC upholds ECP decision, rejects JUI-F appeal over reserved seat election
The court dismissed the JUI-F's challenge against the election of Sadaf as a Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa Assembly member on a reserved seat for women.
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PTA conducts field survey to evaluate telecom service quality in Islamabad and Rawalpindi
The exercise involved three teams testing mobile network performance and consumer experience across several major roads and corridors.
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China seeks reciprocal tariff cuts before expanding US agricultural imports
Beijing wants the US to honor a $30 billion tariff reduction agreement before it proceeds with larger agricultural purchases.
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Eight independent films selected for U.S. in Progress forum in Poland
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Two new Ebola vaccine candidates to be added to DRC clinical trials
The vaccines are being integrated into the Tumaini multi-vaccine trial to combat the largest Ebola outbreak in the country's history.
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Complaint filed against creators of AI-generated "lawyer" Alishba Noor
The NCCIA has been asked to identify and potentially prosecute the individuals responsible for creating the viral fake legal character.
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Griffin Dunne reflects on the late popularity of his films and the changing indie film landscape
The director notes that his films "Practical Magic" and "An American Werewolf in London" gained popularity years after their initial releases.
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Trump faces "lame duck" status and legislative resistance following midterm losses
The president is expected to rely more heavily on executive orders and foreign policy as Democrats seize control of Congress.
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Senate members for electoral reforms committee to be named soon
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Huawei reportedly preparing to launch new Osta smartphone sub-brand
The new brand is expected to debut with two flagship-level models featuring distinct designs and high-end specifications.
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Sony profits jump 44 percent fueled by Spider-Man and PlayStation
Sony Pictures Entertainment saw a 527 percent earnings increase for the quarter ending in September.
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Channel 4 cancels “Married at First Sight” U.K. following sexual assault allegations
The broadcaster will reinvest the show's budget into other programs after concluding two independent reviews into welfare protocols.
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US-funded hepatitis B vaccine trial on newborns cancelled in Guinea-Bissau
The study was halted following accusations of neocolonialism and ethical concerns regarding the withholding of a WHO-recommended vaccine.
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Amazon partners with Uber Eats to offer restaurant delivery to Prime members
The deal allows Prime subscribers to order takeout directly through Amazon's platform with waived delivery fees on qualifying orders.
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HEC shifts MBBS/BDS admission responsibility to universities for Balochistan and FATA students
90 Pakistani universities featured in QS Asia University Rankings 2027
Pakistan completes second periodic review of human rights with UN committee in Geneva
Punjab sets 16.5 million acre wheat cultivation target and Rs. 4,500 support price
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Transmission failures force Pakistan consumers to pay billions for expensive power
Egypt invites Pakistani firms to manufacture in North Africa to access US markets
Yutong Bus captures global market share as new-energy exports rise
Pakistan's central bank and all financial institutions to close Monday for Allama Iqbal Day
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China blocks SoftBank’s US$5.4 billion acquisition of ABB robotics division
French unions and "yellow-vest" supporters plan massive national strikes and protests
Vietnam’s nuclear partnership with Russia could help gain expertise amid sanction doubts
