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  • August 17, 2026
Monsoon Rawa
Heavy rain floods Rawalpindi, Islamabad; Leh river residents told to evacuate
Thousands evacuate after Indonesia quake kills 53 as aftershocks hamper rescue
Indonesia earthquake death toll rises to 53
MQM-P to initiate ‘grand national dialogue’ on creation of new provinces
MQM-P to initiate ‘grand national dialogue’ on creation of new provinces
Ronaldo hints at retirement, says next year could be his last
Ronaldo hints at retirement, says next year could be his last
Ronaldo hints at retirement, says next year could be his last
Ronaldo hints at retirement, says next year could be his last
Iran asks Qatar to allow team into country to probe fate of missing pilots
Iran asks Qatar to allow team into country to probe fate of missing pilots
Scotland appoint Sebastien Pocognoli as head coach on two-year deal
Scotland appoint Sebastien Pocognoli as head coach on two-year deal
JI stages protests in Peshawar, Lahore against govt's petroleum levy
JI stages protests in key cities across Pakistan against govt’s petroleum levy
Vietnam defeat Malaysia to gain upper hand in ASEAN Championship semi-final
Vietnam defeat Malaysia to gain upper hand in ASEAN Championship semi-final
Met Office forecasts rain, thunderstorms from August 16 to 21
Met Office forecasts rain, thunderstorms from August 16 to 21

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MQM-P to initiate ‘grand national dialogue’ on creation of new provinces
MQM-P to initiate ‘grand national dialogue’ on creation of new provinces
Seven terrorists killed, hideouts destroyed in Kharan operation
Seven terrorists killed, hideouts destroyed in Kharan operation
Islam Makhachev wins record 17th straight fight at UFC 330
Islam Makhachev wins record 17th straight fight at UFC 330
Iran asks Qatar to allow team into country to probe fate of missing pilots
Iran asks Qatar to allow team into country to probe fate of missing pilots
Transport services return to normal at European Athletics Championships after security operation
Transport services return to normal at European Athletics Championships after security operation
Nawaz questions PPP over complaints during AJK elections
Nawaz questions PPP over complaints during AJK elections

Pakistan

Monsoon Rawa
Heavy rain floods Rawalpindi, Islamabad; Leh river residents told to evacuate
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PM Shehbaz hails Trump’s support for Makkah Joint Defence Agreement
Naqvi defends Islamabad IG, chief commissioner after buggy ride sparks backlash
JI stages protests in Peshawar, Lahore against govt's petroleum levy
JI stages protests in key cities across Pakistan against govt’s petroleum levy
Met Office forecasts rain, thunderstorms from August 16 to 21
Met Office forecasts rain, thunderstorms from August 16 to 21

World

Iranian parliament approves bill to criminalise interviews with 'hostile media'
Iranian parliament approves bill to criminalise interviews with ‘hostile media’
Thousands evacuate after Indonesia quake kills 53 as aftershocks hamper rescue
Indonesia earthquake death toll rises to 53
Iran asks Qatar to allow team into country to probe fate of missing pilots
Iran asks Qatar to allow team into country to probe fate of missing pilots
Morocco arrests 111 migrants attempting to enter Spain’s Ceuta amid heightened security
Morocco arrests 111 migrants attempting to enter Spain’s Ceuta amid heightened security
From Indonesia to Venezuela: Why some regions are more prone to earthquakes
From Indonesia to Venezuela: Why some regions are more prone to earthquakes

Opinion

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Pakistan at 79: Caught between hope and disillusionment
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The budget in your kitchen: What FY2026-27 actually changes for ordinary Pakistanis
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Iran War’s hidden cost: how a 38-day conflict drained America’s arsenal
Islamabad Talks 2026
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The US-Iran two-week ceasefire: A diplomatic masterstroke or a fragile pause in the shadow of power?

Technology

DeepSeek raises API pricing for its V4 models
DeepSeek raises API pricing for its V4 models
Experts call for inclusive digital ecosystem, responsible AI adoption
Experts call for inclusive digital ecosystem, responsible AI adoption
UK may introduce AI rules if voluntary safeguards fail to protect public
UK may introduce AI rules if voluntary safeguards fail to protect public
PTA issues security advisory for WhatsApp users to prevent hacking
PTA issues security advisory for WhatsApp users to prevent hacking

Business

Gold prices surge to Rs463,936 per tola in Pakistan
Gold price rises sharply by Rs4,200 per tola
Gold prices surge in Pakistan for third straight day
Gold prices surge in Pakistan for third straight day
Gold prices surge in Pakistan for third straight day
Gold prices witness sharp increase in Pakistan
PM says Pakistan-Saudi-Turkiye defence pact not directed against any country
PM orders faster privatisation of DISCOs
Muhammad Aurangzeb
Finance Minister Aurangzeb discusses trade framework, EXIM Bank collaboration with US Trade Representative

Sport

Scotland appoint Sebastien Pocognoli as head coach on two-year deal
Scotland appoint Sebastien Pocognoli as head coach on two-year deal
Vietnam defeat Malaysia to gain upper hand in ASEAN Championship semi-final
Vietnam defeat Malaysia to gain upper hand in ASEAN Championship semi-final
Ronaldo hints at retirement, says next year could be his last
Ronaldo hints at retirement, says next year could be his last
Seattle Mariners players congratulate each other after the final out against the Houston Astros during the ninth inning at Daikin Park. Mandatory Credit: Reuters
Astros have plenty of pitching options available against Mariners
Transport services return to normal at European Athletics Championships after security operation
Transport services return to normal at European Athletics Championships after security operation

Entertainment

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‘The Legend of Maula Jatt’ bags two honours at Chinese film festival
Pradeep Rawat's passing sparks emotional reactions from Bollywood fans
Pradeep Rawat’s passing sparks emotional reactions from Bollywood fans
‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ earns $932mln in opening weekend; fans hail Peter Parker’s return
‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ earns $932mln in opening weekend; fans hail Peter Parker’s return
Actor Mohammed Ahmed controversy: Tarar steps in, proposes mentorship council
Who is Shamoon Ismail, as Zohran Mamdani names him his favourite singer?
Zohran Mamdani’s music taste puts Shamoon Ismail back in the spotlight
Bollywood stars celebrate CJP protest success after Indian education minister’s resignation
Bollywood stars celebrate CJP protest success after Indian education minister’s resignation

Life

Punjab to introduce e-marking system for matric exams from 2027
Punjab to introduce e-marking system for matric exams from 2027
Pakistan records highest-ever childhood immunisation coverage, survey shows
Pakistan records highest-ever childhood immunisation coverage, survey shows
PMDC announces new MDCAT date after PM's directive
PMDC announces new MDCAT date after PM’s directive
Punjab boards announce matric position holders ahead of results
Punjab boards announce matric position holders ahead of results
Sindh orders two-day weekend for all schools
Sindh orders two-day weekend for all schools

Auto

Govt imposes excise duty on imported vehicles, raises taxes on large SUVs, luxury EVs
Govt imposes excise duty on imported vehicles, raises taxes on large SUVs, luxury EVs
The report suggests that from July 2025 to April 2026, the sector maintained steady growth in the production and sale of cars, motorcycles, and commercial vehicles.
FY 2025–26: Pakistan automotive sector sees growth in production and sales
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Pakistan’s auto sector accelerates towards global investment and EV innovation
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Spy shots reveal Toyota Fortuner’s muscular makeover ahead of 2026 launch

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