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KU holds seminar on food and hygiene
The university’s vice chancellor, Prof. Muhammad Qaiser, chaired the seminar.
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For public safety: Health minister calls emergency meeting
Health minister Dr Sagheer Ahmed organised an emergency press conference at his office on Monday.
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Rash driving: Teenager run over by bus, dies
A Rescue 1122 team rushed to spot and moved the victim into an ambulance, but he died before reaching a hospital.
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No entry: Armed guards banned from Parliament House
Even escort vehicles will have to be parked outside at D Chowk.
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Not handled with care: Four turtles killed during transportation
“We were able to identify three different species of freshwater turtles from the consignment,” says head of WWF.
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For women police, glaring disparity in rural, urban mindsets
Amid heated discussions, law enforcers highlight the need to bring female officers to the forefront.
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Graduation ceremony: Flying cadets awarded for hard work
PAF Vice Chief Air Marshal awarded the trophy for Overall Best Performances to Aviation Cdt Syed Amir Humza Kazmi.
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Building bridges: ‘Electronic media can play vital role in promoting peace’
Anchorpersons explore media’s role in conflict transformation.
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Social responsibility: Engaging the youth for a better tomorrow
Around 200 students attend conference aimed to develop positive thinking.
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Stolen baby case: Suspecting inside job, ACE takes over investigation
The baby was stolen by a woman posing as a nurse.
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Book launch: Be a part of Chinese success story, the easy way
Fluency in Mandarin will open a host of opportunities: author.
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2005 earthquake: ‘Mera school kab baney ga?’
Victims converge on Islamabad to highlight their plight.
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In the line of duty: Police constable run over, killed at checkpoint
Constable Ahmed also signalled for him to stop, but the pickup swerved and hit the policeman.
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Precious lives lost: Five minors drown while swimming
Their bodies were recovered and taken home for burial.
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Armed assault: Two police personnel gunned down
This was the second incident in three months, in which the police was targeted on the checkpoint.
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Khyber agency; Peace militia clashes with LI militants
The militia claimed to have killed LI militants but did not succeed in capturing the hideout.
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Old demand: ‘Bahawalpur province at all costs’
Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz opposed the division of Punjab and now the Pakistan Peoples Party was following suit.
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Metro bus service: Rs110m paid as compensation for 82 properties
The payments are being made at rates determined by the District Price Assessment Committee.
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With 5D cinema, moviegoers to not only see but feel the film too
Some of the new effects include moving seats as well as water and snow sprays.
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Dengue arrangements: Cases against 4 Wapda officials
The DCO also warned the new Wapda store in-charge to clean up within three days.
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Owners’ bail pleas: Orient Labs case adjourned for Oct 9
The prosecution is to start its arguments on the petition at the next hearing.
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Fatal delight: Poisonous liquor kills two
Ali Adnan and Kashif are reported to be in a critical condition.
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Hit-and-run: 2 police volunteers killed in accident
The bus driver managed to escape, abandoning the vehicle.
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Occupational safety: 5 FESCO officials suspended
FESCO spokesman said the company would bear all expenses for the treatment of the burnt linemen.
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Weapon theft: Court orders case against policemen
Police registered a case against the two under Section 409 of the Pakistan Penal Code (PPC).
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Bold move: Pro-LG activists storm district court
Carrying party flags as well as weapons, the activists marched in the court premises and shouted slogans in favour.
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Law and order: Businessmen threaten shutdown
It has been decided that a nationwide convention of business community be held in Lahore to outline a course of action
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Auto manufacturers: Ghias elected association’s chairman
PAMA, as part of its yearly rotation, has elected Parvez Ghias as new chairman and Saquib H Shirazi as vice chairman.
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Jewellery exports: ‘Trade with India beneficial’
The meeting discussed the situation emerging after the easing of Pakistan-India trade relations
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Ajmal named in ICC’s World T20 team
Mahela named captain while off-spinner the only Pakistani in the XI.
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Parliament drags feet over acid crimes bill
The ICT Acid bill became a victim of inaction of the human rights ministry throughout 2011 and the first half of 2012.
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National Assembly session: New accountability bill invites opposition’s ire
Proposed law places a bar on reopening cases more than 10 years old.
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Police conduct search operation for TTP facilitators in Islamabad's Red Zone
Deputy Speaker National Assembly chaired a meeting to review security arrangements inside, around parliament house.
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EXPO Pakistan: Runway trends to remember
Here are our favourites from the TDAP fashion segment.
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Mud slinging Fazlur Rehman says Imran Khan is dubbed 'western agent'
The people of Pakistan think of me as a representative of Islam and Pakistan, says JUI-F Chief.
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Imran Khan happy with Waziristan peace march
PTI chairman says turning back from the Waziristan border was not a failure.
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New accountability bill will not allow reopening of cases older than 10 years
Express News obtains copy of bill which states that no one, including president or PM, will have immunity in any case.
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Jirga declares 13 girls vani in Dera Bugti
The decision was taken to settle murder-related conflict between Bagirani and Shahwani tribes.
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The Big 30: Hello, adulthood!
If you’re a smart woman, you’ll treat this age as an opportunity to embrace womanhood, be comfy in your own skin.
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CNN, AG in agreement for launch of Urdu news channel
Associate Group launching Urdu news channel, Dais. This is their second media venture after Newsweek Pakistan.
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Saeed Ajmal selected for ICC World T20 team
Outgoing Sri Lanka captain Mahela Jayawardene was named captain of the team.
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Govt of Balochistan not serious about restoring peace: CJ
Chief secretary of Balochistan informs court that there is no military operation underway in the province.
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For want of a bridge, many tread on rocks
The nullah crossing, not more than 30-feet wide, has been like this 'forever,' locals said.
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Vacuum sciences: Scientists from 30 countries to participate in conference
The conference will start at the Pak-China Friendship Centre from Tuesday.
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Thrashed: Man beaten up over family dispute
Muhammad Yaqoob complained to police that his wife had gone to stay with her parents after having a fight with him.
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Nabbed: Two arrested, drugs seized
Police seized 2.4 kilograms of opium from Haq and 1.23 kilograms of hashish from Firdous upon inspection.
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Crime: Two booked on fraud charges
The police have registered separate cases against the suspects but no arrests were made till this report was filed.
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Sixth Road flyover: Encroachments on alternative routes removed
Seven truckloads of merchandise seized; shopkeepers warned.
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Faiz’s poetry, a beacon of hope for the downtrodden
Artist Qavi Khan enacted Faiz and narrated the poet’s life in his own words and those of his admirers.
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Death in police custody: Inquiry team changed
IGP orders new inquiry team to submit report within 14 days.