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Round 2: PTI, PPP candidates surge forward in by-elections
Turnout in Swat higher than previous polls, sources say.
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Bhanbhor carved out of Hyderabad division
Opposition deems move politically motivated.
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APNS warns of ‘gravest threat’ to freedom of press
The APNS president points to 'a dangerous drift towards anarchy'.
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LoC violation: Indian Army carries out mortar shelling, firing in Poonch Sector
Pakistan Army retaliates which forces Indian side to stop shelling, firing: ISPR
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Level-playing field: Putting agro-products on India trade list opposed
Standing committee says India’s subsidised agri products can hurt Pakistan market.
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Afghan endgame: Pakistan’s importance to ‘multiply’, says Dobbins
Says Washington’s priorities vis-à-vis Pakistan won’t change.
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Improving public health: New infections constantly on rise in Pakistan, says UN envoy
Urges 2-3% GDP allocation to health sector to improve situation.
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Supporters’ rally: ‘Take back cases against Musharraf’
Charged activists of APML in Karachi stage protest in favour of former military ruler Pervez Musharraf.
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Treason trial: Prosecution concealing FIA report, cry Musharraf lawyers
Ask why the accused cannot get the report if it can be ‘leaked’ to a journalist.
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Playing mediator: ‘Failure of talks will be a failure for the whole country’
Sirajul Haq says political parties harping on to fight instead of supporting talks are sabotaging dialogue process.
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Police say TTP splinter group behind attack on Shafiq Tanoli
Investigation reveals attackers knew Tanoli had insufficient security after he was recently demoted.
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Extreme: Father throws children in Indus River, one dead
He had gotten into an argument with his in-laws just before the incident.
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Book festival concludes: Need to inculcate reading habit in youth highlighted
Festival, titled 'books lead to peace' was attended by large number of students, writers, intellectuals, celebrities.
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Robotics: Experts discuss vitality of technology
Researchers showcase their work and expertise at a 3-day international conference.
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Air University convocation: Knowledge is basic currency of economy, says PM
Says government working on a plan to develop an education system to cater to the needs of knowledge-based economy.
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NHMP-issued drivers licences: Three strikes and you’re suspended
Police say force will start issuing driving licences for which criteria will be based on international standards.
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Art exhibition: Deconstructing identity through artists’ perspectives
Modern spin on traditional miniature paintings on display.
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The rights’ front: State fails people, yet again
HRCP annual report urges the government to resolve human rights crises.
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Economic growth: Experts for improving research quality in universities
Conference discusses partnerships with govt, industry, foreign universities.
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Improving agricultural practices for food security
Establishment of new facility at NARC furthers Dr Borlaug’s vision.
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Training starts: YMPs urged to work for a progressive, tolerant society
EU is funding the programme.
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Geo asked to tone down broadcast
Hamid Mir said he never held the ISI chief responsible for any possible attack against him.
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A lifetime of courage: ‘The lion’ finally falls on the eighth attempt on his life
Shafiq Tanoli’s brother was killed to avenge the arrest of Wali Babar’s murderers in 2011.
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Suicide attack: Karachi cop dies in eighth attempt on life
This was the same spot where Tanoli was targeted four months ago.
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Renewed commitment: Govt, army on same page, says PM Nawaz
Road and rail links, security, hospital and airport in Gwadar discussed.
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Diving into the wreck: Singing the blues for the Karachi sea
How scuba diving has moved over the decades.
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From Karachi to Gorakh: The men of resilience want only a hospital and a school
The Express Tribune discovers the people of Gorakh living in mud-houses with solar power.
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Islamic bonds: Engro Corp plans Rs4b sukuk
The sukuk would be secured and offered in two tenors.
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Wind power: Sindh govt gets over $1b investment
The power project will have the capacity to generate 650 megawatts of electricity.
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Currency: Rupee steady against dollar
The rupee ended steady at 97.90/97.95 against the dollar compared to Wednesday’s close of 97.80/97.85.
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Violence against minorities rose alarmingly in 2013: HRCP
HRCP says 687 people were killed in more than 200 sectarian attacks last year, a rise of 22 per cent on 2012
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An evening of comedy: Of fussy dadis and Hispanic maids
Stand-up comedian Beo Zafar’s quips were a welcome change from the humdrum routine of everyday life.
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From Sunehray Din to a new beginning
Saleem Sheikh talks about the comeback to cinema and his journey of making a mark on the silver screen.
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I had threats from state and non-state actors: Hamid Mir
The ISI was upset with me for my coverage of Mama Qadir's Long March, says Mir in his statement.
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Asian Development Bank approves $400m loan
The World Bank also expected to give $600 million to the energy sector.
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Govt, military on same page for development, progress, security of Pakistan: Nawaz
Rs162 billion have been allocated for development projects in the province of Balochistan.
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World Immunisation Week: Drive kicks off today
Measles campaign will soon be launched to vaccinate 62m children: health minister.
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Fighting back: Katchi abadi residents take stand against ‘anti-poor’ regime
City management threatened with massive protests, road blockades till demands met.
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Reviving relations: Afghan envoy calls for understanding Iqbal’s philosophy
He says Iqbal’s poetry was true reflection of love and affection he had for Afghanistan and its people.
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Prioritising education: Religious scholars ask govt to act swiftly
Call for streamlining policy, hike in education budget, accountability.
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National flag carrier: PM gives nod of approval to 5 Boeing 777 aircraft
PM was told that the national flag carrier is in the process of acquiring 11 A320 aircraft on lease.
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Much-needed development: COAS opens college, medical institute at Saidu Sharif
Raheel Sharif reiterates army’s pledge to aid economic uplift in area.
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Name on ECL: Govt view on Musharraf’s travel ban sought
SHC asks attorney general of Pakistan to submit the reply on May 7.
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Clearing backlog: NAB decides 200 high-profile cases out of pending 300
NAB chairperson directs officers of the bureau to work diligently.
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A new solution: Subcommittee to resolve concerns of govt, TTP
Maulana Sami hopes Taliban will extend ceasefire.
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Censorship: Setting the record straight
At Express we do not have censorship as stated by Mr. Alam.
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Treason case: Musharraf's lawyer requests court to order govt to provide FIA report
Farogh Nasim had requested the FIA report earlier as well but was denied access.
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Art exhibition: Creating an aesthetic allure with abstract and cubist forms
Horses figure prominently in Raza’s work.
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Further delay: Computerisation of rural land records not in sight
Rs84 million project for Islamabad was launched in 2009.
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Land for hospital expansion: Lawmakers forcing civic officials to break the law
Senate panel asks CDA to decide on matter in 15 days and submit a move to PM.

















































