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November 24, 2025
Media monitor publishes report on online misogyny, including a compendium of slurs
Both resources released as part of 16 days of activism against gender-based violence.
Dawn
November 24, 2025
Over 4,000 cases of violence against children reported in Punjab in first half of 2025: report
SSDO reports that district-level data identifies Lahore, Gujranwala, Faisalabad, Rawalpindi and Sialkot as "major hotspots for child abuse,...
Dawn
November 24, 2025
PTI did not boycott the recent by-elections but contested all 13 seats: CM Maryam
Terms 2018 elections "most difficult" for PML-N, as "General Faiz’s entire power was with the PTI".
Dawn
November 24, 2025
Saudi residents report booze ban eased for select foreigners
“Expats WhatsApp groups are being flooded with the news,” a Western diplomat says.
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November 24, 2025
Lahore Qalandars, Peshawar Zalmi renew PSL franchise rights for next decade
The agreements, finalised at market valuations determined by a global audit firm after a “comprehensive and transparent assessment”.
Dawn
November 24, 2025
Ash cloud from Ethiopian volcano eruption expected to reach southern Pakistan: advisory centre
No known eruption of volcano in nearly 12,000 years.
Dawn
November 24, 2025
‘Justice has been served’, says Arshad Nadeem’s coach Salman Butt after PSB declares lifetime ban ‘illegal’
PSB says there is no provision authorising a lifetime ban upon an individual coach.
Dawn
November 24, 2025
Global Cuisine Show returns with Michelin-star talent at FoodAg Pakistan 2025
TDAP brings back an expanded Global Cuisine Show with stronger international participation and Michelin-recognised chefs.
Dawn
November 24, 2025
Pakistan’s population crisis in numbers shows nation expanding faster than survival capacity
Already home to over 241.5m people, the country is projected to cross 300m by 2030 and approach 400m by 2050.
Dawn
November 24, 2025
Disney’s Wicked: For Good collects $226m globally in hugely successful opening weekend
The film received mixed reviews from critics but has a 95pc positive rating from audiences on Rotten Tomatoes.
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November 24, 2025
Pakistan seeks to buy 100,000 tonnes of rice for supply to Bangladesh
Trading Corporation of Pakistan seeks price offers by Nov 28; move regarded as bringing Pakistani rice into Dhaka's imports.
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November 24, 2025
Cinema has to fight to maintain its place, Steven Soderbergh says at Doha Film Festival
The celebrated filmmaker discussed film festivals, cinema and his new movie, The Christophers.
Dawn
November 24, 2025
CM Murad approves Rs25bn to reconstruct Karachi; orders installation of streetlights, drainage system
According to the city's mayor, 315 streets of the city are in a state of disrepair.
Dawn
November 24, 2025
In pictures: Aftermath of suicide attack on FC headquarters in Peshawar
The attack, which occurred shortly after 8am, targeted the premises located on Saddar Road, one of the city’s busiest routes.
Dawn
November 24, 2025
Indian actor Dharmendra passes away at 89
The star had been facing health complications and was rushed to the hospital earlier this month.
Dawn
November 24, 2025
Ali Zafar releases ‘Zalim Nazron Se’, the first track from his first album in 15 years
The song is a nostalgic trip, with fellow singer Ali Haider along for the ride.
Dawn
November 24, 2025
India’s Hindustan Aeronautics calls Tejas jet crash ‘isolated occurrence’ caused by ‘exceptional circumstances’
The company, which manufactures the aircraft, says it does not expect the incident to impact its business operations or future deliveries.
Dawn
November 24, 2025
PM Shehbaz congratulates PML-N candidates for ‘brilliant success’ in by-elections
Ruling party's candidates secure all six NA seats, including NA-18 vacated after PTI Omar Ayub's disqualification; PML-N also bag six out of...
Dawn
November 24, 2025
Asim Azhar drops his new album Asim Ali — and the internet has shown up with feelings
Fans want someone to write for them the way Asim Azhar writes for Asim Ali.
Dawn
November 24, 2025
Ottawa, New Delhi agree to restart trade talks, says Indian government
Canadian PM says he considers India a reliable trading partner; acknowledges "source of friction".
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November 24, 2025
Resecurity signs MoU with NED University to advance cybersecurity education and research
The collaboration focuses on building talent and driving innovation in Pakistan’s cybersecurity landscape.
Dawn
November 24, 2025
Washington, Kyiv say peace deal must ‘fully uphold’ Ukraine’s sovereignty
Zelensky seeks changes to Trump's draft that accepts Ukraine ceding territory, cutting its army; US president says Ukraine leadership "expre...
Dawn
November 24, 2025
Economic impact or concentration of wealth? Panellists explore AI’s promise, perils at Adab Festival
Despite its potential, deepfakes, intellectual property issues, and cybersecurity fraud are legitimate concerns.
Dawn
November 24, 2025
3 terrorists killed as Federal Constabulary headquarters comes under attack in Peshawar
"One bomber blew himself up on the gate, while two others tried to enter the premises but were gunned down by FC personnel,” says Peshawar C...
Dawn
November 24, 2025
Human trafficking: Surge in passengers offloading irritates businessmen and tourists
Rate of offloaded passengers from certain cities, age groups and specific destinations has seen a surge during the last couple of months.
Dawn
November 24, 2025
Obstacles to Gaza plan
It would be a mistake for Pakistan to send troops for the stabilisation force in Gaza.
Dawn
November 24, 2025
Hamas delegation in Egypt as Israel claims commander’s killing
Hamas delegation calls for a “clear and defined mechanism” under the supervision of mediators to document and halt any breaches of the deal.
Dawn
November 24, 2025
How to hunt a duck curve
Changing the tariff structure could allow an equilibrium price that mimics the actual demand-supply situation rather than one.
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November 24, 2025
South Asian states weigh prospects as US, India mull trade deal
Pakistan closely watching implications of the impending agreement.
Dawn
November 24, 2025
Coddling exchange rate backfires
"It took us 15–20 years to build a competitive interbank market, which we have destroyed by managing the exchange rate."
Dawn
November 24, 2025
US Exim Bank pledges $1.25bn loan for Reko Diq
Part of a larger plan to invest $100bn to bolster US and allied supply chains for critical minerals, nuclear energy, and natural gas.
Dawn
November 24, 2025
‘Hum gunahgar aurtain’: Female rage takes centre stage at Adab Festival
Panel titled — Power women of Pakistan: her story, our future — brings together three accomplished women to share their life experiences.
Dawn
November 24, 2025
PML-N largely sweeps lacklustre by-elections
Ruling party bags NA seats in Lahore, D.G. Khan, Sahiwal, Faisalabad; candidates lead other contests in Faisalabad, Haripur per initial, uno...
Dawn
November 24, 2025
Preserving the essence of NFC
The centre must implement the provisions of the 18th Constitutional Amendment while upgrading the NFC resource distribution.
Dawn
November 23, 2025
Pakistan Shaheens retain Asia Cup Rising Stars title after Super Over thriller against Bangladesh ‘A’
In a final that swung wildly in the space of 40 minutes, Shaheens were bowled out for 125, only for their spinners to rip through the oppone...
Dawn
November 23, 2025
FO denounces Indian defence minister’s ‘delusional, dangerously revisionist’ remarks about Sindh
Rajnath Singh said "borders can change [...] who knows, tomorrow Sindh may return to India.”
Dawn
November 23, 2025
5-member FCC bench to take up PTI leader Salman Akram Raja’s election tribunal plea on Tuesday
Larger bench constituted to hear the petition comprises Justices Aamer Farooq, Ali Baqar Najafi, Muhammad Karim Khan Agha, Rozi Khan Barrech...
Dawn
November 23, 2025
Israel claims targeting Hezbollah chief of staff in Beirut strike
Lebanon’s health ministry reports "preliminary toll" of at least one killed; Lebanese president calls on international community to interven...
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November 23, 2025
Lifetime immunity for public office holders has concentrated ‘unchecked power in the hands of a few’: HRCP
Human rights body expresses concern over 27th Amendment, says tweak "further weakens essential checks and balances at a time when public tru...
Dawn
November 23, 2025
Fakhar Zaman’s late blitz propels Pakistan to imposing 195-5 in T20 tri-series match against Zimbabwe
Coming in at number seven, Fakhar turned the final two overs into a personal highlight reel.
Dawn
November 23, 2025
Power outage at Karachi pumping stations resolved, citywide water services back to normal, KWSC claims
Karachi faced a severe water crisis in November as prolonged power outages across the city disrupted pumping.
Dawn
November 23, 2025
Polling concludes for by-elections on 6 NA, 7 Punjab seats
Polling concludes for by-elections on 6 NA, 7 Punjab seats
Dawn
November 23, 2025
EU and Pakistan urge Afghanistan to root out terror on its soil, ensure women’s rights in joint statement
EU emphasises that repatriation of Afghans must be "safe, dignified and in line with international standards".
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November 23, 2025
India win cricket’s first blind women’s T20 World Cup
Phula Saren top scored with 44 off 27 deliveries. Nepal's top scorer was Sarita Ghimire with 35 off 38 balls.
Dawn
November 23, 2025
Rana Sanaullah again extends dialogue offer to PTI for solving political crises
Assails Imran for "always creating a deadlock"; asserts PML-N only party deserving of votes in today's by-elections.
Dawn
November 23, 2025
Pakistan urges urgent grant-based climate finance at COP30
Appeal was made at the COP30 event titled “Operationalising Loss and Damage: Financing Resilience and Recovery in Vulnerable Countries."
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November 23, 2025
FO slams Israeli attacks in Gaza as ‘blatant violation of international law’
Says attacks undermine international efforts to achieve lasting peace, stability.
Dawn
November 23, 2025
Misuse of social media app poses challenge to police in Peshawar
Police officials note rise of negative content on TikTok, which they claim is increasingly influencing young people.
Dawn
November 23, 2025
President’s immunity to last only during his term: Pervaiz
PPP leader says whenever the president steps down, his immunity will end too.
Dawn
November 23, 2025