FRONT PAGE
1. IMF Contacts Key Partners Directly Over Fund Pledges: "The IMF bypasses usual protocols to directly urge key international partners to fulfill financial contributions."
2. Three Martyred in Another D.I. Khan Oil Firm Attack: "Terrorist attack at an oil firm in D.I. Khan results in the martyrdom of three individuals."
3. UN Observes Minute's Silence for 101 Staffers Killed in Syria: "The United Nations holds a minute of silence in honor of 101 staff members who lost their lives in Syria."
4. Bizenjo 'Coerced' Over Census Result, SC Told: "Pakistani SC learns of possible coercion faced by Bizenjo regarding census results."
5. Senators Demand Review of Military Trial Verdict: "A group of senators has requested the Supreme Court to reassess the verdict of a military trial."
6. Two More PIA Flight Attendants Vanish in Canada: "Pakistan International Airlines reports the disappearance of two flight attendants during a layover in Canada."
NATIONAL NEWS
1. 'Mehngai League' to face defeat in election: Bilawal
- Bilawal Bhutto predicts the downfall of the opposition due to inflation in the upcoming elections.
2. Nawaz begins Quetta mission today to woo 'electables'
- Nawaz Sharif starts his campaign in Quetta aiming to attract influential local leaders for electoral support.
3. PM Kakar wants strategy to improve FBR performance
- Prime Minister Kakar calls for a comprehensive plan to boost the efficiency of the Federal Board of Revenue.
4. Pakistan initiates process for lung transplant
- The country begins groundwork to establish its first lung transplant program.
5. SC expects govt to finalize Faizabad sit-in probe within a time frame
- The Supreme Court anticipates a timely conclusion to the government's investigation of the Faizabad protest.
6. NAB grills Bushra Bibi over Al-Qadir Trust, UK funds
- The National Accountability Bureau questions Bushra Bibi regarding the finances of Al-Qadir Trust and UK-based funds.
7. Achakzai lambasts imbalanced resource allocation
- Mahmood Khan Achakzai criticizes the unfair distribution of resources in the country.
8. Three martyred in another D.I. Khan attack
- Three individuals lost their lives in a violent incident in Dera Ismail Khan.
9. Balochistan initiates fisheries policy
- The government of Balochistan announces the start of a new policy to manage and develop the fisheries sector.
10. Bizenjo 'coerced' over census result, SC told
- The Supreme Court hears allegations of coercion in census results involving Bizenjo.
11. Imran also 'arrested' in Toshakhana, Al-Qadir cases
- Imran Khan faces legal challenges in cases related to Toshakhana and Al-Qadir.
12. Repatriation via three new border crossings starts
- The process of repatriating individuals begins at three newly established border points.
13. IMF contacts partners over fund pledges
- The International Monetary Fund reaches out to its partners regarding commitments to fund pledges.
INTL NEWS
1. Two-state solution looks more viable now
- Renewed optimism is expressed regarding the feasibility of a two-state resolution in the Middle East.
2. Thunberg under fire in Germany over pro-Palestinian stance
- Activist Greta Thunberg faces criticism in Germany due to her supportive stance on Palestine.
3. Israeli strikes hit journalists in south Lebanon
- Journalists become the target during military strikes in southern Lebanon.
4. Jordanian king rejects any Israeli plan to occupy parts of Gaza
- The monarch of Jordan stands against any Israeli intentions to take control of areas in Gaza.
5. UN observes minute's silence for 101 staffers killed
- The United Nations holds a moment of silence in memory of 101 staff members who died in the line of duty.
6. Three killed in Russian attack on Kherson
- A Russian military operation in Kherson results in three fatalities.
7. US moves to break political impasse in Bangladesh
- The United States intervenes to help resolve a political deadlock in Bangladesh, encouraging an end to violence.
8. Myanmar ethnic groups open new fronts against junta
- Ethnic factions in Myanmar initiate fresh resistance against the ruling military junta.
9. Negotiations start in Nairobi over global plastics treaty
- International talks commence in Nairobi to discuss a treaty on the management of plastic waste globally.
10. Critically endangered Sumatran elephant born in Indonesia
- A rare birth of a Sumatran elephant, a species facing critical endangerment, is celebrated in Indonesia.
SPORTS NEWS
1. 'We all start from zero' in India semi-final: Ferguson
- Coach Ferguson emphasizes a fresh start for all teams in the upcoming semi-finals in India.
2. Australia peaking at right time, says Starc
- Cricketer Mitchell Starc expresses confidence in Australia's form improving just in time for crucial matches.
3. Kuldeep expects tough time for bowlers in Mumbai
- Bowler Kuldeep Yadav anticipates challenging conditions for bowlers in the Mumbai games.
4. Key takes responsibility for team's poor show
- Cricketer Rob Key accepts accountability for the team's underwhelming performance.
5. World Cup triumph would be riches aplenty for Rohit’s boyhood coach
- Rohit Sharma's early coach anticipates great rewards from a World Cup victory.
6. Chelsea take leap forward in 4-4 draw with City
- Chelsea FC secures a positive outcome in a high-scoring draw against Manchester City.
7. Lewandowski double rescues Barca, Atletico beat Villarreal
- Robert Lewandowski's two goals save Barcelona in their game, while Atletico Madrid triumphs over Villarreal.
8. Djokovic seals year-end top spot with ATP Finals win over Rune
- Novak Djokovic cements the number one spot at year-end by winning the ATP Finals against Holger Rune.
9. Garcia under the spotlight after Napoli's poor start
- Napoli's manager Rudi Garcia faces scrutiny following the team's disappointing early-season performances.
10. Shafiq elected PFRA president amid dissent from certain quarters
- Shafiq is elected as the president of the Pakistan Football Refrees Association amidst some opposition.
11. Ahsan, Advani secure wins at World 6-Red Snooker
- Snooker players Ahsan and Advani achieve victories at the World 6-Red Snooker championship.
12. Long way to go but Leverkusen on fire
- Bayer Leverkusen shows promising form despite the season having much more to unfold.
BUSINESS NEWS:
1. Stock market hits new peak above 56,500 level
- The stock market reaches a new high, surpassing the 56,500 mark, amid a positive economic rally.
2. Rupee suffers 15th straight loss vs dollar
- The Pakistani rupee continues to decline, marking its 15th consecutive loss against the US dollar.
3. Commuters seek digital payment option
- Public transport users are increasingly requesting the availability of digital payment methods for their commutes.
4. FPCCI demands Rs20/litre cut in petroleum prices
- The Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce & Industry calls for a significant reduction in fuel prices.
5. 2,463 new firms enrolled in October
- A notable number of new companies, totaling 2,463, have registered in the month of October.
6. Uzbek deputy PM arrives for crucial trade talks
- The Deputy Prime Minister of Uzbekistan lands in the country for important discussions on trade relations.
7. SCB, IFC sign pact
- Standard Chartered Bank and the International Finance Corporation enter into an agreement.
8. Barring tractors, auto sector faces stagnant sales
- The automotive industry experiences flat sales, with the exception of tractors, which see an increase.
9. HBFC’s valuation on the cards
- The House Building Finance Corporation is set for a valuation assessment.
BACK PAGE
1. Senators demand review of military trial verdict
- A group of senators calls for a Supreme Court examination of a controversial military trial decision.
2. Two more PIA flight attendants vanish in Canada
- Reports emerge of two Pakistan International Airlines attendants going missing during a layover in Canada.
3. UK home secretary sacked after Palestine protest article
- The British Home Secretary is dismissed following an article expressing support for Palestinian protests.
4. US, Russia carry out air strikes in Syria
- Both the United States and Russia have conducted aerial bombing campaigns in Syrian territories.
5. One billion children exposed to acute water stress: Unicef
- Unicef reports a dire situation where a billion children globally are facing severe water scarcity.
6. EU pledges 'substantial' contribution to COP28 climate damage fund
- The European Union commits a significant financial contribution to a fund for climate damage, to be discussed at COP28.
7. Iran hangs three men for 2019 bombing
- Iran executes three individuals convicted for their involvement in a 2019 bombing incident.