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North Waziristan: Cabinet to ponder the option of military operation
Sartaj Aziz says writ of the state will be established after the breakdown of talks.
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Power solutions: Govt committed to resolve energy crisis
Tarbela fourth and Tarbela fifth hydropower projects will add 1,410 and 1,320 megawatt (MW) electricity respectively.
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2013: Al Baraka Group posts $258m income
Total assets increased by 10%.
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Currency: Rupee weaker in interbank market
The rupee ended weaker at 104.94/104.99 against the dollar in the interbank market on Monday.
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A different kind of extortion: You have the ‘Right to Education’ but only if you are ready to pay
District officer Syeda Neelofar Ali asks each student to pay between Rs50 to Rs150 to sit in exams.
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Federal cabinet committee recommends PM to head NACTA
The final draft would be presented before Prime Minister and the federal cabinet tomorrow.
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Pakistan defeats England to qualify for under-19 finals
The Pakistan under-19 team qualifies for the under-19 World Cup final.
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Bon appétit!
The city enjoys gastronomic delights at the Karachi Eats Food Festival.
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Sachal Studio: All that jazz!
Sachal Studios has been paving the way for another phase - that of their highly-anticipated live performances.
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Civilians must be evacuated from military operation areas: Imran Khan
Imran Khan urges Taliban to announce unconditional ceasefire so that peace talks could be salvaged.
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Suicide blast in Peshawar leaves 2 dead and 9 injured
The consulate is situated in a residential area and has schools in its vicinity as well.
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'Most wanted' TTP commander killed in Miramshah ambush
Asmatullah Shaheen was ambushed in Dargah Mandi village near Miramshah.
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With talks bowled out, Nisar invites TTP to play cricket
Chaudhry Nisar Ali Khan says outcome of the match will be positive.
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Karachi doctors protest fellow's killing, observe strike in city hospitals
Doctors demand arrest of murderers of Dr Kazi who was shot dead on Feb 17.
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Gas shortage: CNG stations to remain closed
APCNGA-Sindh chairperson warns that gas supply will be disconnected if CNG stations found operating during this period
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Against privatisation: JI to hold rally on March 14
Rally is against privatisation of the national institutions.
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Alleging complicity: Abducted girl’s father appeals for justice
Abducted girl’s father tells journalists that his daughter was allegedly kidnapped by the residents of Donga.
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Crisis response: Rescue 1122 to establish five centres
It is decided that the centres would be established in Saidu Sharif, Matta, Barikot, Takhtaband and Madyan.
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Public health: Polio vaccination starts today
As many as 17.5 million children up to the age of five years will be administered polio drops.
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Immigration: Three off-loaded over fake visas
Passengers were sent to the Anti Human Trafficking Circle which will register cases against them.
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Future home of PN fleet: Senate body visits Ormarah naval base
Pakistan Navy measures aimed at socio-economic uplift of Baloch populace along Makran coastal belt.
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Dera bugti tragedy: Landmine kills woman, injures 7
Official says rescuers reached spot after half an hour & shifted injured to District Headquarters Hospital Dera Bugti.
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Addressing workers: JI chief asks Nawaz not to stray from talks
Says premier should meet members of both negotiating committees.
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Domestic dispute: Man shot dead
Ali Khan, 22, was allegedly shot dead by his brother Humayun Khan and nephews.
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Carnage ends: Ukraine ushers in new era
Parliament appoints a pro-Western interim leader on Sunday.
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Transition: Nigar Liaqat passes away
Her funeral prayers will be offered at Khalid Masjid, Cavalry Ground Lahore at 1:30pm after Zuhr prayers yesterday.
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Traditional colours of Sindh: Ambassadors visit
'We saw the culture, music, dance and history which are also a part of Pakistan,' says EU ambassador.
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No freewill: 708 children fell prey to forced marriages in 2013
Founder of Madadgaar Helpline highlights laws that forbid marriage before the age of 18 years.
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Caught at last: Three militants sent on remand
Court remanded suspects till February 28.
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Multiple punishments: 'Imprison them for 7 and 14 years, and then hang them,' orders court
Men found guilty of murdering two policemen given prison and death sentences.
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Narcotics case: Two drug peddlers jailed
Police said 8 kilograms opium seized from Wajid, 2kg seized from Ahmed.
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No secrecy: Government and public demand more transparency in the province
Activists and politicians criticise the Sindh Freedom of Information Act.
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Departure from stated stance?: Senators voice concern over Syria ‘policy shift’
Say any attempt to intervene in Damascus affairs will have grave implications.
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PSDP spending blitz: Govt set to launch seven major projects
Lahore-Karachi motorway, Pakistan Railways and Diamer-Bhasha dam figure on priority list .
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Standing up for Baloch fishermen
These poor fishermen are being deprived of their already meagre earnings owing to big trawlers and companies.
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Rise in human trafficking: Pakistan may face aid cuts and more
May slip to Tier 2 Watch List; number of most-wanted human traffickers jumped from 89 to 141 in last 4 years.
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Pak-Afghan JEC: Dar stresses on enhancing trade with Afghanistan
Says Pakistan gives great value to its relations with the brotherly neighbour.
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Fresh inductions: New civil service rules trigger debate among officers
While most service groups have welcomed the reforms, the Secretariat Group has voiced several reservations.
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Sail through: Hajj ship service to be launched, says minister
Ports and shipping ministry decides to run service from next Hajj season.
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NA session: Opposition to quiz govt over peace process
Taliban likely to take centre-stage as lawmakers meet for ninth session.
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Border raid: Karzai seeks Pak help as 21 soldiers killed
Taliban kills 21 soldiers in assault in Kunar, Afghan govt says, while 6 soldiers were missing.
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Operation in illegal slum: Who will lead?
ICT, CDA administrations passing buck, call slums ‘tricky’ subject.
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Police roundup: 753 suspects nabbed in 45 days
The suspects included 246 court absconders.
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Looking east: Hungary sees Pakistan as partner in region
Sees great potential for investors in both countries.
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Mother Language Day: Understanding linguistic diversity
Participants put forth 11-point resolution.
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School festival: Fun learning for all
Learning Festival offers interactive activities for students, families.
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Big fish: PMNH to screen whale shark documentary
Documentary film tells story of enormous fish, which was found near coast of Karachi and was transported to PMNH.
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Through language: Luring youth to their roots
Two-day event features Pamiri arts and culture.
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Spreading awareness: Preventing measles made easy
Timely vaccination, caution in handling contaminated objects minimises chance of outbreak.
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MQM shows solidarity with armed forces
Thousands attend the rally; Altaf says it’s time to save Pakistan.

















































