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Govt considers shifting BISP to provinces under 18th Amendment framework

ISLAMABAD – The federal government has started deliberations on a proposal to transfer the management of the Benazir Income Support Programme to provincial governments in…

Britney Spears leaves luxury rehab facility after brief treatment stay

American pop star Britney Spears reportedly spent several weeks at a luxury rehabilitation facility in the US following her recent arrest on suspicion of driving…

Sindh braces for extreme heat as temperatures may reach 49°C

KARACHI – The Pakistan Meteorological Department has issued a heat alert for Sindh, warning that temperatures in several districts could soar to as high as…

Day 2: Bangladesh pile up 380-7 against Pakistan as Mushfiqur anchors innings

MIRPUR – Bangladesh strengthened their position against Pakistan by reaching 380 for 7 in the first innings on the second day of the Test match,…

Fuel price hike triggers transport fare increase, strike fears

LAHORE – The continuous rise in petroleum prices has begun taking a serious toll on Pakistan’s transport sector, with goods transporters warning that increasing operational…

SBP bought $27bn from market in 3.5 years, Governor Jameel Ahmad

ISLAMABAD – State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) Governor Jameel Ahmad has informed the National Assembly Standing Committee on Finance that the central bank has purchased…

FCC strikes down Section 7E of tax law, ends property-based deemed income levy

ISLAMABAD – The Federal Constitutional Court (FCC) has declared Section 7E of the Income Tax Ordinance 2001 unconstitutional, striking it down as “ultra vires” and…

BCCI warns IPL franchises over honey trap, security risks

MUMBBAI – The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has issued a strict warning to all 10 franchises participating in the Indian Premier…

Court releases alleged Epstein suicide note, reigniting death controversy

NEW YORK – A US federal court has released an alleged suicide note linked to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, reigniting public scrutiny over the…

Melissa Barrera reaffirms support for Gaza amid Hollywood fallout

New York – American actress Melissa Barrera has reiterated her support for Gaza and the Palestinian people, saying she will continue speaking out despite professional…