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PCO judges case: Dogar’s request to halt hearing rejected
Counsel for ex-chief justice says there is no contempt of court law in the country.
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Benazir assassination case: Court summons counsel for accused
Public prosecutor had filed a petition, challenging the order of the ATC.
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Violence against women: 862 cases reported in second half of 2010
Aurat Foundation report says second half of 2010 somewhat better as number of cases of violence decreased.
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Round-up: 300 street criminals arrested in 2010
Police recovers looted items worth Rs37.5 million.
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Sending a message: Biden to persuade army to launch offensive in N Waziristan
US vice president will hold talks with top political, military leadership.
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Awareness programme: Military peeved by false reports of abuse
Corp commander claims NGOs, media wrongly accuse security forces of human rights violation.
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Gas shortage: Load-shedding for every season
The demand for LPG cylinders increased manifold in the twin cities after sustained shortfall of gas for domestic use.
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Swine flu in Islamabad: Number of cases double
Experts say situation under control.
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Sexual harassment: Just three hospitals countrywide have implemented an anti-harassment policy
Seminar participants concerned over private sector’s snub of the code of conduct.
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Devolution plan: More ministries could go
NA Standing Committee hears briefing about the 18th amendment’s implementation.
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Harsh winters: Fog-related incidents kill 19
Eight dead in traffic accidents in Faisalabad and three each in Sibbi and Chiniot.
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Year-end round up: Heinous crimes go up in 2010
A total of 6,976 cases were registered in 2010 against 6,515 in 2009 in Abbottabad District.
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Death road: Crossing the Pul Sirat every day
New make-shift trek connecting Kalam and Bahrain poses threats to drivers.
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Broken promises: Substandard airports hindering tourism in G-B
PM Gilani's promise to upgrade the airports of Gilgit and Skardu remains unfulfilled
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Afghan Peace Council: Agreement on jirga with Pakistan denied
Afghan peace delegation denies it agreed on holding a peace gathering with Pakistan.
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‘Taliban architect’ Naseerullah Babar passes away
Babar was also known for launching a brutal operation against the MQM.
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Load management: SNGPL to restore gas to industries in Lahore
CNG stations in Punjab to face gas supply closure till today.
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NICL scam: Moonis Elahi defies investigators
Supreme Court may be asked to allow FIA to summon former CM’s son.
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Countering terrorism: Islamabad-Moscow talks on January 24
Fight against terrorism will be one of the key points on the agenda.
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Hajj scam: FIA seeks explanation from interior minister
Rao Shakil Ahmad was allowed to go to Saudi Arabia despite his name being on the Exit Control List.
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Taseer assassination: Self-confessed killer insists he was ‘not influenced’
Qadri says he was motivated to carry out the murder after listening to speeches of two clerics.
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Race for Punjab governor still on
Intrigue continues despite ‘confirmations’ about Khosa; Gilani tries to push through nomination of his choice.
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Missing persons: ‘2011 will be year of recovery’
Judge seeks govt response on Judicial Commission’s report.
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Second thought? Sharif backtracks on ‘ultimatum’
PML-N chief says the word is not in his dictionary; forms four-member committee to discuss agenda with govt
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Aisam, Bopanna through to Sydney quarters
Aisam and Bopanna defeated Carsten Ball from the US and Marinko Matosevic of Bosnia-Herzegovina 6-2, 6-3.
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Qadri's act inspired by sermons: Report
Qadri formally confesses to Taseer's murder in court; reportedly provides names of 2 individuals who motivated him.
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Unleaked leaks
Anne Patterson on the people of Pakistan, Taliban, BB assasination and "Fuzzy".
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Speak softly and carry a stun gun
A growing number of women have expressed interest in buying lethal, non-lethal weapons to better defend themselves.
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Aisam, Bopanna progress in Sydney
Pak-India duo breezes past Carsten Ball and Marinko Matosevic 6-2, 6-3 in ATP World Tour Event.
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Rawalpindi Medical College: City admin approaches NAB for hostel’s vacation
City administration approaches accountability bureau to get it to return building it is illegally occupying.
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Devastation: Call for revival of Swat agriculture
Militancy and floods took their toll on the agriculture sector of Swat.
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Netball: Abbottabad girls college win contest
Second session of Australian Sports Commission Under-16 Girls Netball Programme concludes.
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Psychiatric disorders: Floods haunting traumatised survivors
Almost six months on, many survivors are still reeling from the disaster’s impact.
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Flood relief: Canadian Red Cross to continue supporting K-P
CRC vows to provide maximum relief and assistance to flood affected areas in KP with special advocacy campaigns.
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Busts galore: 24 suspects arrested in street crimes
Suspects arrested for alleged involvement in gambling, drug peddlings and bootlegging.
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Punjab situation: CNG stations disobey gas closure order
Many industries use uninterrupted gas supply.
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Astronomy night: Gazing into space
NUST Science Society brings together faculty and students for the telescopic views of the solar system.
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Tourism industry: Govt to privatise PTDC motels
Property of Pakistan Tourism Development Corporation being sold at throwaway prices.
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Gilgit-Baltistan: Local body elections to be held in March
Elections aim to ensure transfer of power to grass-root level.
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Imran slams hero’s welcome for Qadri
Khan says Qadri should have followed the law but since he did not, he should be treated like any other murderer.
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Fiery day for Balochistan: Five gas wells blown up
Government offices, NATO tanker, trailer also burnt in separate incidents.
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Hajj Scam: Interpol issues red notice for key Hajj fraudster
Ahmad Faiz allegedly embezzled 18.32m riyals in collusion with agents and officials of the Hajj directorate in Makkah.
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Shah Hassan Khel, a year on: A village divided despite Taliban threat
Militants regard the formation of lashkar as defiance by villagers.
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Cyber crimes: Absence of law gives blackmailers free hand
Khipro rape case highlights issue of rapists using videos to extort money.
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Sectarian links: Not much progress in probe into Taseer’s killing
Investigation team says Qadri had links with sectarian groups, manipulated system to secure a place in VIP security.
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New countdown: PML-Q dissidents told to prepare for show of strength
Show of strength urged to give PPP the clear message that the N-league is serious about implementing its demands.
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Bad governance: Elahi accuses Sharifs of clinging to power
PML-Q says instead of threatening the federal govt, Nawaz should have taken his brother to task for corruption.
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Gilani hopeful about dialogue with India
Prime Minister urges India not to hold the peace process hostage to one terrorist incident.
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Local bodies election: MQM demands schedule
Rehman Malik seeks time for consultation with PPP’s top leadership.
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NICL scam: Investigators reluctant to question top bureaucrats
Committee directs secretary to independently evaluate the properties without consulting or involving NICL management.