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Government unveils Independence Day plans
Pakistan Railways will run special train throughout the month of August, says Railways Minister Saad Rafique
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#100HAPPYDAYS: Saeed Ajmal spends time with his family
Saeed Ajmal spent some quality time with his family prior to his next cricketing assignment.
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Beyond the stars
Haris and his father Babar Suleman died when their plane crashed in the Pacific Ocean yesterday.
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Ruet-e-Hilal committee to convene on July 28 to sight Eid moon
Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee will convene in Karachi to sight the moon.
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Pakistan working to give India 'most favoured nation' status
PM Nawaz announces Friday as day of mourning to show solidarity with people of Gaza, announces $1m for Palestinians.
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Quick combo: Breakfasts under 250 calories
Here's what you should eat to stay fit
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Iftikhar Chaudhry sends Rs20b defamation notice to PTI chief
Former CJ says he will withdraw claim if Imran tenders an unconditional apology or pays Rs20 billion within 14 days
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MPA Rana Shoaib Idrees granted protective bail till August 11
Idrees says footage police has presented as evidence against him is over a year old.
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Sania Mirza responds to BJP's 'daughter-in-law of Pakistan' comments
Indian tennis player and wife of Pakistani cricketer Shoaib Malik says she is an Indian and will remain so.
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Up to nine years old: SBP allows financing of used cars
SBP allows financing of cars older than five years and up to nine years, according to a circular issued by the bank.
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Currency: Rupee firm against dollar
The rupee remained steady at 98.4/98.6 against the dollar on Wednesday compared to Tuesday’s close of 98.4/98.6.
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Accomplishment: Askari Bank announces Rs2.1b profit
Askari Bank Limited post impressive results for the second consecutive quarter and first half of 2014.
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Saudi Arabia visit: Prince Muqrin calls on PM Nawaz
Premier Nawaz and Prince Muqrin discuss bilateral and regional issues.
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Taliban links: IDP shot dead in Bannu township
Tahir Habib, from Haiderkhel village of Mirali, shot dead by unidentified assailants at the Bannu Township in Bannu.
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Nandipur project: Minister rebukes rumours
Abid Sher Ali terms the statements issued against Nandipur Power Project 'a pack of lies.'
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Leader of terrorists involved in Raiwind shootout arrested from Okara
Leader, identified as Maulvi Ishaq, arrested from the Hujra Shah Muqeem area of tehsil Depalpur in Okara.
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Suspected links with militants: Hunt for suspects disguising as displaced persons
At least 10 tribesmen belonging to Mirali have been picked up for questioning .
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Another violation: BSF kills unarmed man for straying across border
Both countries are to return civilians who mistakenly cross the border.
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Gaza conflict: Israeli offensive ‘could amount to war crimes’
UN rights chief says attacks have killed Palestinian civilians, including children.
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Father, son on a fund raising mission die
The duo - flying around the world to raise money for underprivileged kids - died in a plane crash.
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Anatomy of failure
We saw hundreds of elite members fighting a handful of militants; it raises doubts over professional skills of police.
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Refusal to sell shares: Govt puts banker’s name on ECL
The person was called by SBP and told to sell his stake to a blue-eyed banker or face the music.
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Disciplinary action: NA speaker clears way for Senate move against Imran
Speaker takes action a day after Imran Khan demanded the resignation of the NA Speaker.
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Zarb-e-Azb: 20 suspected militants killed in air raid
Four hideouts destroyed by jet fighters in Shawal Valley.
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Septuagenarian law officers: Three serving AGs raise question over age limit
Many lawyers believe that hiring overage advocates general violates the Constitution.
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Tharparkar drought: Death toll rises to 57 in 45 days
Hospital officials complain of lack of facilities in the district.
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Dual office: JI chief Sirajul Haq resigns as K-P senior minister
The much anticipated resignation follows Siraj’s appointment to the JI’s top post earlier in March.
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Secret NRO clause: PTI to PPP - disclose pact for democracy
Shah Mehmood seeks explanation of Shehla Raza’s statement.
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August 14 celebrations: Independence Day plan to be revealed today
Saad Rafique will announce the amended programme.
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Uproar in parliament: Indian MP shown ‘force-feeding’ Muslim fasting worker
Vichare said he was not trying to break the supervisor’s religious fast.
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PPP tight-lipped as Zardari extends trip
PPP Secretary General Senator Jahangir Badar also claimed that he was unaware of Zardari’s schedule in the US.
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Normalisation with India: Hopes rekindled after a long pause
Foreign secretaries of Pakistan, India will meet on August 25 in Islamabad to kick-start stalled talks.
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Searching for panacea: Pakistan’s vulnerability to climate change highlighted
Experts discuss country’s lack of interest in environment at SDPI seminar.
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Gearing up: Business likely to pick up for Eid
Most traders complain Ramazan has not been very profitable so far.
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Sign accord: Pak, French museums join hands to promote research
MoU signed to exchange ideas, research between scientists of both countries.
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Promoting religious education: AIOU inks accord with US academy
AIOU will enroll the overseas students for the Islamic studies programme and hold examinations
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Friends from abroad: Azerbaijan foundation helps IDPs
The event was attended Baitul Maal Managing Director Barrister Waheed Sheikh,
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Enhanced vigilance: Police arrest six outlaws
The Industrial Area police arrested two people, identified as Mohsin and Imran, for carrying pistols.
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Ogra Corruption Case: IO stands behind investigation report
The court later adjourned the case till August 28.
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Eid holidays: Weekly bazaars to remain closed
This was stated in a press release issued on Wednesday by the CDA.
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Stopgap measure: Contractor resumes oxygen supply to Polyclinic
Decision made on ‘humanitarian grounds’; hospital yet to repay Rs4m.
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Financial fraud: Responsible officials pass the buck at federal Urdu university
Five university employees involved in opening the bank account were suspended following an inquiry report.
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Attack averted?: Pindi police arrest two, seize weapons
“Both are member of outlawed Tehreek-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) and the weapons could be used in attack,” said the SP.
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Yes, no, maybe: With no sense of urgency, CDA to fence off land
Unexplained delays leading to further encroachment of undeveloped land.
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Double tap: Two robbed in Pindi
The police registered separate cases under the relevant laws, said an official.
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Up the ranks: Three air commodores get promoted to AVM
The Government of Pakistan has promoted all three according to a press release issued.
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Road accident: Two cops among three injured
As result, they suffered injuries.
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Make-shift management: Education ministry running on ad hoc basis
Wants control of 22 more bodies though many senior officers already have dual charges.
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Board tax: Businessmen ask civic agency to enforce agreed rate
The ICCI chief said all market associations in the capital had already been informed about the collection of board tax
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Group exhibit: Calligraphy exhibition highlights diversity of form
The exhibition showcased the traditional style of calligraphy as preserved.