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Pakistan scientists discover new mineral deposits in Balochistan
A team of Pakistani geologists has discovered significant deposits of rare earth minerals in Balochistan, potentially worth billions of dollars.
19 August 2026
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China and Pakistan Complete First International Quantum Encrypted Communication Link
A 3,000 km quantum key distribution network connects Beijing and Islamabad, enabling unhackable diplomatic communications.
19 August 2026
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Seismic Network Upgrade Gives Pakistan 30-Second Earthquake Early Warning
A new sensor network along major fault lines provides critical seconds of advance warning to reduce casualties from earthquakes.
18 August 2026
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Pakistani researchers develop breakthrough water purification technology
Engineers at NUST have developed a low-cost solar-powered water purification system that can serve remote communities without access to clean water.
16 August 2026
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SUPARCO Successfully Launches Pakistan's First Earth Observation Satellite
The PRSS-2 satellite provides high-resolution imagery for agriculture monitoring, urban planning, and disaster management across the region.
16 August 2026
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Pakistani Climate Scientists Develop World's Most Accurate Monsoon Prediction Model
A machine learning model trained on 70 years of regional data predicts monsoon patterns with 92% accuracy, helping farmers and disaster agencies.
15 August 2026
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Scientists Discover 12 New Species in Pakistan's Arabian Sea Deep Trench
A marine biology expedition in the Makran subduction zone finds previously unknown organisms thriving at extreme depths.
14 August 2026
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Space agency announces Pakistan's first lunar mission plans
SUPARCO outlines plans for Pakistan's first mission to the Moon, building on the success of the country's satellite programme.
13 August 2026
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James Webb Telescope Identifies Three Potentially Habitable Exoplanets
Atmospheric analysis of nearby star systems reveals water vapor and biosignature gases on planets within the habitable zone.
12 August 2026
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Arctic Ice Sheet Loses 15% More Volume Than Predicted by Climate Models
New satellite measurements reveal accelerated ice sheet thinning in Greenland, raising sea level rise projections for coastal cities.
12 August 2026
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Climate researchers map Pakistan's glacial retreat with satellite data
New satellite analysis reveals the accelerating retreat of glaciers in northern Pakistan, with implications for water security and disaster planning.
10 August 2026
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Pakistani Researchers Publish Record Number of Papers in Nature and Science Journals
Pakistan's research output in top-tier scientific journals triples over five years, driven by increased R&D funding and diaspora collaboration.
8 August 2026
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NASA Confirms Massive Water Ice Deposit Near Mars Surface Could Sustain Colony
Radar imaging reveals a subsurface ice layer spanning 300 km, providing enough water to support a permanent human settlement on Mars.
3 August 2026
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Brain-Computer Interface Allows Paralyzed Patient to Control Robotic Arm with Thoughts
A clinical trial in Switzerland demonstrates a wireless neural implant that translates brain signals into precise robotic movements.
31 July 2026
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Ancient DNA Study Reveals How Neanderthal Genes Still Affect Modern Human Health
Researchers map 40,000-year-old DNA to show how inherited Neanderthal genes influence immunity, pain sensitivity, and disease risk.
30 July 2026
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AI Discovers New Antibiotic Compound Effective Against Drug-Resistant Bacteria
A deep learning model screens 12 million molecular compounds and identifies a novel antibiotic effective against MRSA and other superbugs.
29 July 2026
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Nuclear Fusion Reactor Achieves Net Energy Gain for Sustained Period
Researchers at a European tokamak facility produce more energy from fusion than consumed for over five minutes, a world first.
29 July 2026
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LIGO Detects Gravitational Waves from Colliding Neutron Stars for First Time
The multi-messenger astronomy breakthrough combines gravitational wave detection with electromagnetic observations to reveal the origin of heavy elements.
24 July 2026
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Engineered Enzyme Breaks Down Plastic Waste in Hours Instead of Centuries
A modified enzyme variant depolymerizes PET plastic at industrial scale, offering a breakthrough in plastic pollution cleanup.
22 July 2026
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Conservation Programme Doubles Indus River Dolphin Population in 10 Years
Dedicated habitat protection and anti-poaching efforts bring the endangered freshwater dolphin back from the brink of extinction.
21 July 2026