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Visiting UN envoy: Former British PM Gordon Brown arrives today
He will arrive in Islamabad today on the invitation of Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif.
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Attack on Raza Rumi: Journalists’ fraternity to stage protest today
Condemn the attack, express solidarity with Express Media Group.
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Junior Sharif, like a born royal, rises to defend father’s actions
He extends his right arm for handshaking in a manner that clearly defines his personal territory and authority.
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All is not well: In K-P, animals ‘treated’ like humans
Faced with budget constraints, govt doctors and shopkeepers prescribe human medicines for animals.
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Colonial catch: Saga of unfamiliar sounds
Panellists discuss suitable medium of instruction for entry-level education.
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‘Rising China source of strength in South Asia’
Hussain says those who talk of the China threat are enemies of peace.
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Raid: Source reveals location of buried weapons
Raid conducted on information provided by accused allegedly involved in attack on SP Chaudhry Aslam Khan.
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Judicial remand: Two suspects sent to jail
Police also claim to have seized pistols and grenades from their possession.
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‘Custodial’ killing: Comments sought on death of Lyari youth
Petitioner alleges that Rangers personnel took his son into custody, kept him at an undisclosed location.
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Charged for bribery: Three police officers suspended
SITE A-Section police station SHO Maqbool Ahmed and two sub-inspectors, Masood and Safdar, were suspended and demoted.
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Repeatedly targeted: Grenade attack on former MPA’s home
This is second attack of its kind as similar incident took place last month, official of Gulbahar police station says.
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Workshop: Seminar held on management
GCUF Faculty of Science and Technology Dean says Engineers can play an important role in leading country to progress.
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Art and culture: Museum to honour Nusrat Fateh Ali
DCO announces that a monument would also be constructed at singer’s grave.
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Speeding: Boy killed in accident
Shahzad Town police apprehend two persons — Qaisar and Babar — on theft charges.
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Rounded up: Police arrest 14 suspects
Cases have been registered against them under the relevant laws.
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Demolishing Bangladesh: India enter World T20 semi-finals
Rohit Sharma makes 56, Virat Kohli remains unbeaten on 57, the pair sharing a 100-run stand for the second wicket.
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IMDC: Annual sports gala concludes
IMDC chairman Ghulam Akbar Khan Niazi, who was the chief guest, distributed prizes among the winners and runner-ups.
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Relocation of city courts: CADD reluctant to welcome black coats
Committee formed by the IHC has proposed to shift the courts to CADD’s curriculum building.
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Headless health ministry: Plans gather dust in absence of top officers
3 of senior most officers who are authorised to approve plans and expedite work on them are absent.
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Negotiating turn: Three die in Kallar Kahar bus crash
The 10km stretch of motorway through Salt Range has witnessed several accidents in the recent past.
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Maintaining storage capacity: Over 2,000 cusecs discharged from Rawal Dam
With intermittent rains throughout the week, water level in the dam had reached to 1,751.70 feet.
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Ogra scam: Court issues arrest warrants for co-accused
Court issues bailable arrest warrants for CEO of Dewan Petroleum Company for failing to appear in court.
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AIOU: New admin vows to improve education standard
New administration pledges to improve quality of education besides ensuring conducive working environment for staff.
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Migration issues: Govt asked to push host states to protect expats’ rights
Experts discuss effects of migration on social, cultural and economic dynamics of migrant workers.
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Preston University: Week-long spring splash continues
Students of universities from Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Kohat, Peshawar, Lahore, other cities of Punjab take part.
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Resounding chorus: Audience sways to mystic tunes
Faiz Ali and his qawwals enliven the atmosphere with their high-pitched voices.
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Controlling the remotely controlled: UN panel backs Pakistan’s resolution on drones
Human Rights Council calls for use of pilot-less aircraft to comply with international law.
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Peace talks: Govt, TTP committees to meet today
Nisar to chair meeting; officials say govt seeks ‘tangible progress’.
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Under siege: Express Media Group attacked once again
Gunmen open fire on Express News anchorperson Raza Rumi’s car; driver killed.
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An important lesson: Traffic police drive around to schools, teaching road safety
A mobile theatre bus helps students learn traffic rules with the help of visuals.
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Inflation: Index up 0.19% during week
SPI for the combined groups was up by 0.08%; up from 211.62 points in the previous week to 212.78 points this week.
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Currency: Rupee weaker against dollar
The rupee ended weaker at 98.00/98.10 against the dollar compared to Thursday’s close of 97.85/97.92.
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Gold demand : TDAP requested to facilitate exporters
APGJMA requested the TDAP chief to urge the government to lift the ban on the imports of gold in the country
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The politics of elections
There is no doubt that the Congress party is on its way out and will lose a dramatic number of seats in these polls.
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Express News anchor Raza Rumi targeted in gun attack
Raza Rumi survives but driver killed; Punjab Chief Minister Shahbaz Sharif takes notice of attack
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Draft bill on electronic crimes infringes on freedom of expression: Rights groups
The rights groups propos amendments in the draft bill to protect rights.
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Pakistan sponsored resolution on drones adopted in UNHCR
US says UNHCR is not a right place to discuss drones.
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Ali Azmat denies Junoon’s reunion
The former lead vocalist denies Salman Ahmad’s claims of a reunion.
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Nairang Art Gallery reveals art in a whole new light
The art gallery showcases an interesting concept of colour therapy, where art serves a different purpose.
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Annie Khalid is letting go and moving on
Pop singer delves into the past and reveals her plans for the future.
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Sindh Assembly condemns threats to Bilawal Bhutto Zardari
Assembly recommends that Sindh govt approach the federal govt to take serious notice of the threats.
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Pakistan tightens rules on Islamic banking windows
New requirements come at a time when Pakistan is stepping up efforts to develop Islamic finance.
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Biased reporting: ‘Cover the entire country in the media, not just big cities,’ demand speakers
They also want strict implementation of journalism ethics and code of conduct.
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Blind murder: Student ‘accidentally’ shot by friends
Victim was a cop’s son.
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Manufacturing reality: Airwaves belong to the people, says Jabbar
Media ignored Balochistan while covering LG polls: report.
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Murder and missing baby: Infant found in Karachi, returned to grandfather
She had been taken to the port city by a man who had been at the crime scene.
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Empowering women: Natural, man-made disasters combine to deny rights
Consultation for State Report on Beijing +20 held.
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Paved with gold: Metro bus roadwork to cost thrice as much as Kashmir Highway widening
Required work is relatively similar, but cost calculations vary substantially.
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Intellectual capital flight: To stop brain drain, give them incentives, say experts
Pakistani students and researchers studying abroad are tremendous resources for the country.
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Rebuttal: PML-N, PPP deny PTI’s rigging allegations
Election commission says it made more sense if such accusations came from opposition parties.

















































