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Far-reaching consequences: AG says would not advise govt to try Musharraf for treason
Top prosecutor says putting former dictator to trial would bring caretaker government’s impartiality into question.
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Election campaigns: A free, fair election?
The militants said ANP, MQM and the PPP were secular and vowed to sabotage their campaign.
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Transfer of bureaucrats: SC issues contempt notice to PM Khoso
All have been asked to submit a reply within a week’s time.
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Sindh Election: Faryal and Azra face tough contest
Five years ago, all opponents had withdrawn their nomination papers in favour of Faryal Talpur.
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Disenfranchised: Over 2,000 media men can’t vote
Some journalists called upon ECP to devise a swift strategy to facilitate them to cast their ballot.
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Aiding Allies: MQM candidates withdraw for PTI
Baloch said the decision was made in consultation with his party leaders.
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Dire warnings: ‘All candidates must follow the rules’
ECP has set 46 rules in the code of conduct for elections.
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Preventing thalassemia: Governor Ebad signs ordinances
Governor also approved two other ordinances, Sindh Mental Health ordinance and Sindh Healthcare Commission Ordinance.
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Presidential ordinance: Overseas Pakistanis to vote... just not this time
ECP says change in Electoral Laws cannot be implemented before May 11.
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Death mandate: Mehsud sanctions polling day attacks
Targets, suicide bombers and modus operandi decided.
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Daylight abduction: Yousaf Raza Gilani’s son kidnapped
Ali Haider kidnapped from corner meeting; two PPP workers killed in attack.
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Eight killed in Lahore plaza fire
Four people plunged to death after waiting to be rescued for four hours.
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Last word: Parties make final pleas as electioneering ends
At the stroke of midnight, Imran, Nawaz, Bilawal, Munawwar, Fazl conclude campaigns.
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Election security: Army agrees to deploy troops at CEC’s request
Soldiers to be deployed at ‘most sensitive’ polling stations.
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In Preparation: Hospitals put on red alert
Ambulances have been overhauled while all emergency medicines have been stocked.
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Graduation ceremony: Passing out at ANF Academy
Asad Maan was declared as best cadet and was awarded DG, ANF’s cane on the occasion.
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Electioneering: Security arrangements in Malakand Division
As part of security arrangements 600 police personnel have been deputed.
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Painting exhibition: Celebrating the essence of femininity
Mobina Zuberi unveils a collection of bold figurines on canvass.
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Election day arrangements: In Pindi district, 7,000 police personnel to be deployed
16 companies of Pakistan Army have been called in to ensure peace.
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Fragile security situation: Poll mission not to visit FATA, Balochistan
15 international and 50 national observers to ascertain women’s participation in the upcoming elections.
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PNCA Appreciation for Art series: Irfan Khoosat recounts journey to success
Performs role from classical TV series Andhera Ujala; speaks about audience’s expectations.
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Maximising revenue: CDA board weighs proposals to diversify sources of income
Civic agency is planning an auction on May 21, 22.
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Fearing change: Progress and meritocracy not welcome in Mianwali
PTI’s opponents portray Khan’s slogan of change and education as a step towards an immoral society.
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The battle for NA-49: Race to the finish line: contestants make last-ditch efforts
Leading candidates in the running for NA-49 are making their final pledges for change to voters.
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Crime: Cash, valuables robbed from house
Police registered a case against the robbers but no arrests or recoveries had been made till the filing of this report
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Harassment continues: Lawyer kidnapped, tortured
Manzar Bashir was on his way to court when five persons kidnapped him.
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Busted: Two held on drug charges
The police registered separate cases against them and they are being interrogated.
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Switching sides: PML-N draws G-B’s politicians
Welcoming the new arrivals, Rahman hoped the party would sweep the elections
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Politics of water: Acute shortage remains prime concern for the capital
JI and PML-N candidates for NA-48 promise progress on Ghazi-Barotha project.
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Last words: ‘Don’t worry, Rescue 1122 will save us’
Relatives of survivors and victims recount their experiences.
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MQM, JI battle it out for votes in NA-252
Constituency likely to witness a close contest between former winners, MQM and JI.
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Army-controlled constituency: Will PTI break PML-N’s NA-125 winning streak?
Candidates on both sides upbeat about election results.
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Students picture their future with and without film school
Share concerns of whether school will remain open after completion of semester.
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Speedy Recovery: 30 goats sacrificed for Imran Khan
The charity was given by PTI Youth Wing vice president Shehzad Younus Sheikh.
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‘Cancel APML’s registration’: Plea referred to Election Commission
A person deemed unworthy of running for parliament could not form or lead a political party, says petitioner.
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Hidden message: CJP’s image in campaign ad
The petitioner said the publication of the ad was a violation of ECP and Pemra rules.
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FATA stands at the ready for historic polls
Preparations made to ensure voter participation and security across the region.
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Elections: Stipulated time to campaign comes to an end
All parties are supposed to stop advertisements and other campaigning from midnight.
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White Label Service: Election fever leads to surge in SMS traffic
Short code-based service increases 1,000% YoY in May.
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IMF likely to be next govt’s first stop
Pakistan’s finances are expected to hit the wall in the next six months.
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Currency: Rupee strengthens against dollar
The rupee ended at 98.37/98.43 against the dollar, stronger than Wednesday’s close of 98.41/98.46.
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Forex: Currency reserves rise to $11.863b
Reserves held by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) rose to $ 6.772 billion from $6.676 billion a week earlier.
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Cargo airline: Emirates SkyCargo wins award
The airline was also named Best Middle East Cargo Airline for the 25th consecutive year.
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Seat adjustments: PPP and ANP team up in Karachi
PPP and ANP agree on seat adjustments in 15 constituencies of Karachi.
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Aamna Aqeel: It’s certainly not fashion!
Controversial fashion shoot by emerging designer turns stomachs.
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An inked thumb and full stomach — eateries get patriotic!
Restaurants across the city are giving away free goodies along with discounted dinners.
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Market watch: KSE rises 0.98 per cent to finish at 19661 points
Jah.Sidd.Co leads volume of shares traded on May 9.
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President signs law to enable overseas voting
The Electoral Laws Amendment Ordinance will enable the ECP to have polls abroad, at a later date.
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ECP should take notice of 'threats' by Gilani's sons: PTI vice-chairman
PTI will not let PPP suspend elections in any constituency because of this incident, Shah Mahmood Qureshi says.
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PHC declares US drone attacks violation of UN charter, Geneva convention
Government should issue warning to the US and CIA, orders Lahore High Court.

















































