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Wheat: Punjab sees production at 19m tons
Punjab government has set wheat production target at 19.2 million tons this year
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Attock Awards: ‘Education can bring prosperity’
Education changes the vision, philosophy and thinking of the entire nation towards prosperity.
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Enhancing Skills: PTCL organises training programme
PTCL organised a management training programme under the title “Seven habits of most successful people”.
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Islamabad High Court dismisses plea against appointment of commercial attachés
Court says no specific policy for such appointments.
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Free-of-charge treatment: British doctors to operate on cleft lip and palate patients
A team of plastic surgeons, specialists and senior doctors will conduct the free-of-charge surgeries.
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Major reshuffle in bureaucracy notified
ED notified the appointment and transfers and promotion of bureaucrats in different ministries and departments.
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International Maths Contest: Young Rootsian clinches gold medal
The competiotion had 6.3 million students participating from 46 countries across the globe.
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Exams: FBISE exams to continue as per schedule
FBISE will conduct the ongoing HSSC Supplementary Examination as per schedule, regarding decision of two holidays.
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Robbers loot cash, valuables from 2 houses
the burglars pointed a gun at his four-month-old son and forced his wife to hand them the key to the lockers.
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Arrested; Man, son booked for abducting girl
Four persons including bridegroom were booked for abducting and forcing a young girl to marry
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Pa Protest: ‘Make public report of Rs1.5b PU irregularities’
Punjab University's irregularities worth Rs1.5 billion at the university be made public.
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Peacekeeping Mission: Officials move court to regain places
The hearing was adjourned till October 18.
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Renovations: City govt told to open sealed shop
Shop owner Farah said that her shop was sealed because she had made some changes in the building design.
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Disease Control: Anti-polio campaign starts Oct 24
a total of 515,930 children of less than five years of age will be administered anti-polio drops in the district.
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Women at Work: 2-day workshop on gender equality
40 female teachers were serving in the university but the number had risen to 120.
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Political Games: Gymnasium funds still not released
gymnasium project valued at Rs70 million has only been allocated Rs7 million so far
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In the Dark: Railways owes Rs4.9m in power bills
Wapda) provided the railways with a three day extension to pay the bill worth Rs 3.3 million.
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Five-Day Work Week: AG would be on federal timetable
Punjab AG is a federal officer and would have to follow the federal government’s timetable and close on Saturdays
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Local bodies system: Pro-Mirza dissenters win PPP assurance
Parliamentary party told to stamp out impression of forward bloc.
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After eight years, PIMS cardiac surgery dept receives first payment
Sources say the amount allocated for the project will now be insufficient.
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Ahmad Zoay depicts history, ideology through vibrant colours
The artist, a firm believer in heritage, showcases 46 paintings at his latest show.
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Women journalists: Out of the kitchen frying pan and into the field
At a second convention, female reporters and editors air grievances, give advice.
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Wildlife conservation seminar: Experts call for research-based management policy
Dispel negative image associated with Pakistan in media to promote collaboration’.
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High achievers: PM assures help to provinces in achieving MDGs in education
Hands 4 gold, 5 silver and bronze medals to position holders.
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Security check: ANP offices closed until further notice
The party will organise a meeting to decide if the offices should be opened or not.
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New Chinese embassy: CDA team leaves for Beijing to approve plan
Civic agency yet to receive payment for the land from government: CDA sources.
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Sons of the soil: Young PPP blood fighting party policy but perhaps therein lies their loyalty
The men backing Mirza are from PPP-faithful families, so how should their dissent be seen?
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Potohar Folk Festival: Farewell to the frolic
The festival that started at Lok Virsa, Shakarparian highlights Potohari art and culture.
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Pak-India: Business community debates MFN status
Between $3- $4 billion in illegal trade deprives the exchequer of a huge amount.
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Two-day holiday: Federal govt offices closed today
“Select operational branches of the commercial banks shall, however, continue to work on Saturdays."
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Fact finding: Crime rate declined in 2011, says Sindh police
Report states that there was an overall decrease in crime in Karachi.
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Tragedy: Two labourers killed
Two labourers were killed as a well caved in here on Friday.
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Dengue Fever: Death toll reaches four as woman dies
Last year, 144 cases of dengue were reported from Haripur District, while five deaths were reported.
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Lowari Tunnel: NHA told to complete project early
“The completion of the project will increase trade, tourism, industrial activity in the region,” Minister Dr Alamgir.
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Drastic measures: Sunni Tehreek, ASWJ offices in New Karachi demolished
FC and police go door to door in Godhra Colony in the middle of the night.
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Land dispute: Two men shot dead
Ali Gul Rind and Allah Bukhs Rind were allegedly shot dead by his father-in-law, Sadiq.
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Workers rights: KESC labour union prepare for battle
Its labour union gave an ultimatum of ten days to the management to implement the agreement brokered on July 26.
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Drinking healthy: Clean water promised in 15 days
We are providing the residents with two drums of water every day till the canal can be made functional again.
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Dengue update: Nine more cases reported
The total number of deaths thus far is 10 of which nine are from Karachi.
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Tribal clash: Man killed over land dispute
Mubarak Jakhrani and his four-year-old son Ali Bagh were shot dead by a group of men in the Datar Jakhrani village.
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New semester: KU to remain open on Saturday
The University of Karachi (KU) will remain open on Saturday from now on.
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Euro 2012: Rooney banned for three matches
The United star was punished for his 74th-minute sending off in the 2-2 draw in Podgorica.
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Spot-fixing trial: Nobody can pressurise me says Asif
Court hears banned cricketer insist he was not protecting Salman Butt.
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Cricket: New Zealand’s new leadership on show
The Black Caps will be led by Ross Taylor after long-serving skipper Daniel Vettori stepped down.
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Football: Afghan FC, KESC register close wins
Afghan FC stunned HBL 1-0 in the Pakistan Premier Football League.
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Cricket: Malir Companions clinch two-day event
Chasing a massive total of 385 set by Malir Companions, no other batsman besides Rehman could chip in.
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Rugby: ‘Wales unburdened by expectations’
Wales forwards coach Robin McBride tapped into the surge of excitement in the principality.
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Boxing: Hopkins enjoying ‘underdog’ tag
“I am the underdog because of my age,” said the 46-year-old boxer.
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Football: Barcelona look to avoid ‘FIFA virus’
Barcelona are hoping there will be no hangover after the international break as they take on Racing Santander.
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Golf: Simpson seizes slice of lead
Simpson notched eight birdies in a seven-under 63.
















































