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Inflation: SPI up 0.86% during the week
The SPI for the combined income group registered an increase by 0.76% during the week under review.
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Govt signs eight more petroleum concession, exploration licenses
50 blocks had been awarded on provisional basis to nine E&P companies last month.
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Sangakkara steers Sri Lanka to dramatic win over India
India now must defeat arch-rivals Pakistan in Dhaka on Sunday to stay in contention for a place in the final.
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ECC gives green light for fast-tracking LNG services project
Proposal is now subject to completion of all formalities indicated by law division, subsequent approval by premier.
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Pakistan economy grows beyond targets
Inflation swelled to 8.1 per cent in first quarter compared with 5.6 per cent in the corresponding period last year.
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MBroidered: The latest from Maria B
This well-established designer truly does offer something for everyone.
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Salman Toor: Using his canvas to alter reality
Artist melds consumer and social fantasies perpetuated with a Renaissance-era spirit of light, technique and idealism.
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SHC calls for comments on plea against Saulat Mirza’s transfer to Balochistan
Directs provincial home secretary, IG prison and Superintendent Karachi central prison to submit replies on petition.
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Mistaken identity: Rangers official allegedly shoots civilian dead in Karachi
FIR registered based on the complaint filed by the victim's wife. Ranger Rahimullah arrested by police.
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2,000-km march for 'missing' persons nears end
Marchers, led by retired banker known as Mama Qadir, hope to present a petition to UN officials in Islamabad.
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Hit-And-Run: Siblings run over by bus
A man and his sister were killed in a road accident in Bhawana.
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Another record broken: Biggest art class held in Lahore
A total of 5,351 students participated in the class during the Punjab Youth Festival.
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World rare disease day: ‘Stop marriages within families if you want healthy children’
67 per cent marriages take place within the families which is a major cause for genetic disorders among children.
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Wedding ceremony: 40 arrested over loud music, dancing
Gojra police arrested 40 people including bridegroom and two women dancers.
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2 killed, 1 injured in firing incident outside Karachi mosque
Four unidentified armed men – riding motorcycles – opened fire as worshippers left the mosque after Friday...
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Fearing attacks: Security forces put on high alert
Home Secretary directs police to become more vigilant keeping in view increasing threats of possible militant attacks.
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Sentence given: DC office worker found guilty
Anti-corruption court sentenced employee of DC office to 2 years each on two counts - gratification and cheating.
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Engulfed: Fire breaks out in Liaquatabad
Official says no injury has been reported although ambulances reached the area on time.
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Nabbed: Alleged killer of policeman arrested
Suspect has been nominated in over half a dozen other FIRs.
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Strengthening cooperation: Defence ties with China to be cemented
Khawaja Asif says Pakistan supports one China policy on issues of Taiwan, Tibet and Xingiang.
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No show at court: Warrants issued for Akmal playing in BD
Warden claims player had violated a traffic signal and became violent when issued a ticket.
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Pakistan values Chinese support for national security: Nawaz
Chinese Defence Minister receives Hilal-e-Pakistan award.
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Women empowerment: Lawmakers call for gender-responsive ADP
Proposals on political and economic development programmes for women for 2014-2015 were discussed.
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‘Honour’ killing: Shot dead by brother for seeking divorce
Police said Najma Bibi, a resident of Lodhran, had filed for divorce.
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'Immoral activities': NA speaker asks Jamshed Dasti to present proof
Dasti had claimed that parliament lodges were becoming a 'centre of immoral activities.'
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Forging ahead: Seven new world records set at youth festival
Two attempts started on Wednesday, concluded on Thursday.
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US exit from Afghanistan could bolster Qaeda: Commander
Commander says al Qaeda leadership is weak in Pakistan, withdrawal from Afghanistan can revive terror network.
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Aga Khan compares Sunni-Shia conflict to Ireland
'In Pakistan, Malaysia, Iraq, Syria, Lebanon, Bahrain, Yemen, Somalia and Afghanistan it is becoming a disaster.'
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Médecins Sans Frontières: Pakistani medic applies balm on Sudan’s war
Gul Badshah’s commitment to mitigate miseries of civil war victims keeps him posted in the conflict-ridden country.
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The other way round: Sharia is the only way to peace, says JUI-F
Ghafoor Haideri says 70% of the country’s issues can be resolved by Sharia.
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Policy U-turn: PTI decides to end blockade of NATO supply lines
Party leadership came under immense pressure after it faced isolation on all national forums.
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Second day in a row: Opposition again blocks Senate proceedings
Members of five political groupings stage token walkout.
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After anger hits the threshold
It is alarming to note that govt regularly waits for groups to hit streets before administering their rights to them.
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Non-Discriminatory Market Access: Pakistan looks to open up trade with India
Proposal to soften curbs at Wagah to be presented before cabinet.
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Next mammoth tax: Govt to release list of taxpayers within months
NTN issued to 99% of parliamentarians: Dar.
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Much-awaited: Petrol prices set to fall from March 1
Govt likely to issue notification today of new prices after PM’s approval .
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Jamshed Dasti finds another cause to champion
Jamshed Dasti, a local version of a wannabe-Robin Hood from Muzaffargarh, is a born rebel.
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Out of bounds?: Court can’t supervise NAB probes, says KK Agha
Top prosecutor claims Supreme Court has its limitations.
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Kabul urged to deny refuge to terrorists
FO insists Pakistan not in arms deal with Saudi Arabia for Syrian rebels.
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Crying foul: Expats deported from Spain seek govt help
Nine men were convicted for conspiracy to bomb subway in Barcelona.
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Social development: Crafting dreams into artsy realities
Exhibition showcases intricately devised works of trained rural women.
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Climate change: Experts for national migration policy
Experts stress need for policy that could be made part of National Climate Change Policy and National Disaster Plan.
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US drawdown: Afghanistan’s stability crucial for Pakistan
Speakers caution of uncertainty that awaits Pakistan, region.
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Visual ethnography: Artist documents her experience, evolution of Manora
Naiza Khan exhibits body of work recording her relationship with the island.
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Clean and Green Islamabad: First phase of campaign ends
Civic agency carries out repair work on infrastructure and cleanliness drive in sectors I-9, I-10, G-10, F-6 and F-7.
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Homage to legend: Faiz, a chronicler of political history
In tribute to legendary poet Faiz Ahmed Faiz, evening of candid conversation, poetry, live music recital was organised
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Budgeting: Policy to end gender inequality stressed
Disparities create greater vulnerability among women.
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Prioritising healthcare: Hospital for rural Islamabad - unglamorous, but necessary
The DHQ plan has yet to be cleared by the Planning Commission.
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Protesting enforced disappearances: Baloch marchers reach Rawalpindi
Members of civil society join the march.
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Conflict resolution: Non-violent resistance movement should be inclusive, says scholar
Dr Johan Galtung says postmodern warfare is a systematic warfare against humanity.

















































