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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.
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House robbery: Robbers take away Rs0.6m, jewellery
Police said the robbers including two women broke into Khawaja Mohsin’s house.
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Violence, murder and mayhem make Karachi's headlines: CJP
Chief Justice says rate of violent deaths has risen in the recent months and the law enforcers seem to be helpless.
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‘Party in the house’: Dasti tattles on National Assembly members
Claims parliament lodges have become a hotbed of alcohol, drugs and women.
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Value addition: A lot of bricks worth millions of bills
Ghulam Kharjo uses cancelled bank notes to bake bricks at kiln.
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Govt pins hopes on dormant NACTA
It is unclear whether NACTA can perform its vital CT role as envisaged in the national security policy.
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Peace process: TTP set to end hostilities?
The declaration would come directly from the FATA due to the absence of Maulana Samiul Haq.
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Celebrations: Swami Narayan Mandir hosts Shivratri
Many Hindus observe a 36-hour fast on the occasion.
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High-level huddle: Provinces to be woven into security fabric
Security issues to be discussed with all chief ministers.
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Intervention: Court stops DHA from blocking roads leading to Do Darya
Do Darya restaurant owners had complained DHA erected barriers to drive them out of business.
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Saving lives, one bag at a time: For KGS alumni and parents, donating blood is part of the experience
Blood collected will be donated to the Aga Khan Hospital as well as the Indus Hospital.
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Currency: Rupee ends steady against dollar
The rupee ended steady at 104.90/104.95 against the dollar in the interbank market on Thursday.
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Trade prospects: SCCI urges tapping UAE markets
“Pakistan has an additional advantage of being one of the closest countries to the UAE,” says SCCI President.
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Central bank: Reserves increase to $8.65b
Total foreign reserves held by the country stood at $8.56 billion for the week ended February 21.
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PTI decides to end its three month blockade of NATO supplies
PTI claims that Obama administration had to change its policy due to the pressure of the blockade.
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Pre-operation: Pakistan hopes Afghanistan will not allow militants refuge in its territory
FO spokesperson says Afghanistan is investigating murder of FC soldiers. Questions status of Pakistani in Indian jail.
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Naz Ikramullah’s thoughts on the cultural mishap of today
Painter turned writer talks about how open and acceptable we were as a society before 1947.
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Lahore International Film Festival celebrates young film-makers
Four-day event provides screen space for short and independent films that focus on social issues.
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Air force combat ready for assigned missions: PAF chief
"The entire air force is training to conduct day and night operations," says Chief of Air Staff.
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Air strikes in Waziristan 'effective and successful': Sartaj Aziz
Sartaj Aziz clarifies Pakistan has not proposed an extension in the deployment of US forces in Afghanistan.
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Parliamentarian nightlife?: Jamshed Dasti makes serious accusations
Says lodges reek of hashish and are frequented by female dancers.
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Pakistan trounce Afghanistan by 72 runs
Hafeez took three wickets for 29.

















































