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Electricity theft: Crackdown continues
A man has been arrested for allegedly providing electricity to the houses from his connection.
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Molestation: Prayer leader accused of child rape
Neighbors beat up the cleric and handed him over to the police.
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Free will marriage: Man mutilated ‘by brother-in-law’
Police says they are looking for the suspect.
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Quo Warranto: LHC allows amendment to plea against acting AGP
The petitioner asked for more time.
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Obama cancels US exercises, but not aid, with Egypt
"While we want to sustain our relationship with Egypt, our traditional cooperation cannot continue as usual."
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Forex: Reserves rise to $10.326 billion
Reserves held by the SBP rose to $5.228 billion from $5.142 billion a week earlier.
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Investment: ‘FDI figures still below potential’
FDI inflows dropped from $5.4 billion in 2007-08 to $853 million during July 2012 to April 2013.
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Power crisis: Russia expresses interest in power sector
Russia expressed willingness to invest in 500-600 MW coal-fired thermal power projects near Muzaffargarh and Jamshoro.
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Currency: Rupee steady against dollar
The rupee ended weaker at 102.65/102.70 against the dollar, compared to the previous close of 102.59/102.64.
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New Indian high commissioner presents his credentials to President Zardari
Raghavan serves as India High Commissioner to Pakistan.
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Twitter alert: Could Sikandar Hayat possibly make these demands
People on twitter offer suggestions for Islamabad gunman Sikandar Hayat to include as part of his list of demands.
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Playing in UAE: Pakistan proposes day-night Tests with Sri Lanka
ICC last year approved the idea of day-night test matches as a way to promote interest in tests in many countries.
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I respect Shahid Afridi’s sentiments: Humayun Saeed
Just as the film was submitted to the censor board, cricketer Shahid Afridi raised concerns over vulgarity in content.
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Draft local govt bill: PPP and MQM end talks without consensus
Sindh Government's committee on local government bill discussed the draft bill to the MQM delegation.
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Saga ends: Armed man in Islamabad arrested
Doctors at PIMS Hospital say the operation on Sikander has ended but remains critical, could be shifted to ventilator.
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Monsoon flood death toll rises to 96
A population of 89,439 has been affected and 2372 houses were destroyed, says NDMA spokesperson.
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Hockey team for Asia Cup announced
Salman Akbar has been appointed as the goal keeper for the Asia Cup.
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Nisar calls for committee to investigate PTI election rigging claims
The interior minister said that the committee should be given a month to complete its findings and proposals.
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Compassion amid floods: Dog rescued at Sukkur Barrage
After hours of rescue work, the dog was safely brought back on land using a net.
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Monsoon rains: 300 villages under water
Monsoon rains continued in several parts of the country, causing hundreds of villages to be flooded.
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Kashmir: A journey through River Vitasta
This is the first film to be shot on both sides of the Line of Control in Kashmir.
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Pakistan condemns violence in Egypt
The army-backed interim government imposed a month-long nationwide state of emergency.
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Mortar shelling by Indian army injures 3, damages home in Kotli
Tension between the two countries was set off by a series of unprovoked cross-border violations.
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17 dead as rain swamps towns, villages in K-P, Punjab
NDMA issues flood warnings, over 10,000 people to be evacuated.
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Fledgling anti-polio campaign: ‘Donors shy away from pledged loans’
Health expert fears international travel ban on Pakistan.
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Speculations prevail: Two contestants claim PML-N support for NA-48
Party does not issue any statement endorsing or denying the conflicting claims.
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Lawyers demonstrate: Flag hoisting boycotted to protest appointments
The lawyers are demanding that the judicial committee reconsider recent appointments of additional judges.
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Patriotic compositions: The dying demand for national songs
Modern singers say tastes have changed but poets say old is still gold.
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New Benazir Bhutto airport: Inquiry blames CAA for delays, cost escalation
Says the amount has gone up 22 times than the initial cost.
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Curing breast cancer: UN chief calls for all out support to Pakistan
Meanwhile, the UN chief has directed the resident coordinator for Pakistan Timo Pakkala to ensure complete UN support.
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LoC tensions: Minister blames Indian army, agencies for flare-up
Barjees Tahir calls for reversing the Musharraf-era Kashmir policy.
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History of disaster: Floods affecting lives, economy since independence
Floods in the last five years caused more damage than the calamities of the last 63 years.
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Suo motu notice: CJ takes note of Ziarat Residency attack broadcast
Court order states that the show was a violation of the provision of the Constitution.
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Open options: Taliban say ready for war and peace
TTP leader Ehsanullah Ehsan says they are ready for full scale war if govt launches operation.
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Scuffle Claims Life: Three soldiers arrested for murder
The culprits were arrested and locked up in the Saddar Bairooni police station.
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Drive-By Shootings: Amn Committee member shot dead
The deceased was a former activist of PPP.
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Arms Recovered: Security forces kill two in Turbat
Incident took place when security forces attacked Baloch National Movement leader Imdad Baloch‘s house.
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LoC flare-up: Pakistan will show restraint, Nawaz assures UN chief
PM calls for diplomatic efforts to de-escalate tension.
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Existential threat: PM vows to defeat terror
Nawaz says he is confident the ‘scourge’ can be defeated with the support of people, armed forces.
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Unity needed to tackle terrorism challenge: Rehman Malik, MQM
Both agree that terrorism is the biggest challenge currently facing the country.
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Independence Day: ‘Freedom unachievable without literacy’
Every citizen should play their role in the development of the country, says FJWU Vice Chancellor.
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Boy scouts celebrate Independence Day with young patients
Souvenirs, prizes, sweets, flags and gifts were presented to the under-treatment children by the boy scouts.
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Anti-dengue drive: ICT health dept to launch campaign in September
The first of the campaign will focus on the fumigation of over 1,500 vulnerable places including schools.
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Prioritising conservation: Energy efficient systems a hard sell
Higher upfront costs discourage potential customers.
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I-LAP peace museum: an enduring symbol of hope and tranquillity
The museum houses portraits of heroes who dedicated their lives to the struggle for peace.
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Rawalpindi knee-deep in water
Heavy downpour mars Independence Day celebrations in twin cities.
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Drenched festivities: Rain hampers Independence Day celebrations
Some families still visit parks, bikers claim twin cities’ streets.
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Celebrating freedom: Ceremony marks Independence Day
The country’s 67th Independence Day was celebrated with much enthusiasm in Attock on Wednesday.
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Crime: Man deprived of car
The police have registered a case.
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Nullah Leh drowning: Navy refuses rescue request
The public relations officer of Pakistan Navy did not respond to requests for comment on the issue.