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Pakistan’s tour of India: Selectors ok with players prefering Big Bash over National T20
Absence from national T20 event not to harm selection chances.
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YouTube becomes accessible on some mobile networks, as PTA insists ban remains
Site is accessible on at least three mobile networks though PTA, ISPs insists the ban has not been lifted.
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Legislating against the death penalty: Political parties weigh in
JUI-F, PML-N opposed to converting death penalty to life imprisonment.
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Waiting on death row: Prison data from around the county
Over 7000 people are on the death row in Pakistan.
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Sweetening the deal: Abolishing could bring trade benefits
EU diplomats say they publicly express their opposition, but any anti-death penalty movement should be home-grown.
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Alternative to executions: Death penalty versus life imprisonment
Prosecutors argue death penalty acts as a deterrent; lawyers cite international precedents to show otherwise.
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Sack the hangman: ‘The death penalty is not for the worst crime, but the worst lawyer’
Criminal justice system of Pakistan, with all its flaws, gives immense space for injustice, lawyers argue.
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Legislating against the death penalty: Can the PPP do away with capital punishment?
Government has suspended executions since it came into power but hesitates to convert death penalty to life terms.
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Reforming the law: In Pakistan, punishment is Islamic, but not the procedure
A number of Muslim majority countries have abolished the death penalty; can we begin the debate in Pakistan?
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Bilawal greets Hindus on diwali, assures interfaith harmony
Bilawal says PPP always played its role in creating and promoting interfaith harmony and equality.
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Zardari signs Drug Regulatory Authority Bill into law
As per the bill, a DRA will be established to regulate all components of drug manufacturing, sales and distribution.
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We want to bring self-exiled Baloch leaders to talks: Chaudhry Nisar
Chaudhry Nisar says that the government had not done anything to help the Baloch people.
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ECP to distribute ballot papers under Army’s supervision
Commission secretary says ballot papers will have special security features to prevent duplication.
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PM calls for widening tax base
PM Ashraf says taxation structure aimed at enhancing revenues should be streamlined to promote voluntary tax payment.
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US should review its war on terror policy, Zardari tells Olson
President reiterates that drone attacks in Pakistan are counter-productive.
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Pakistan expresses concern over unprovoked Afghan border shelling
Foreign Secretary says such attacks would harm the conducive environment needed for promotion of peace.
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Personal enmity?: Folk singer shot dead
Four armed men on two motorcycles opened fire at Khaskheli as he came out of his house.
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Revenue collection: KWSB asks people to pay their dues
Bills charged to residents are minimal and do not include the full value of work done: MD
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Pakistan plans ‘Malala schools’ for poor children
The "Malala Schools" are planned for 16 areas around Pakistan affected by conflict or natural disasters.
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Humaima Malik to star in first Bollywood film
The period film also features Sanjay Dutt, Vivek Oberoi and Suniel Shetty.
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Violence: Man gunned down in Quetta
A man was gunned down in the Satellite area of Quetta on Sunday.
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Wali Khan Babar murder: Alleged last witness shot dead
The deceased identified as Haider Ali was shot dead by two armed men riding a motorcycle.
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Top stories Nov 4-11 2012: Saira, Shahroz and Obama
Don't miss the top stories of the week on The Express Tribune.
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Dual nationality: Parliamentarians given till November 30 to submit affidavits
By-elections in Sindh, Punjab postponed till December 4 due to Muharram.
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Defying orders: Haqqani a no-show at memo case hearing in SC
Supreme Court displeased over Haqqani's absence.
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Hottie of the week: Mikaal Zulfiqar
He’s not tall, dark or chiselled, but he manages to make it all work somehow.
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Gearing up for elections: ECP to craft poll plan at two-day huddle
Preparation of electoral lists, formulation of election code of conduct will be discussed.
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Pharm-D admissions: KU sets Nov 19 deadline for applications
The minimum marks required are 60 per cent in the Intermediate board’s pre-medical examinations.
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Admissions: FUUAST to create new entrance policy
FUUAST academic council will meet on November 14 to decide the admissions policy.
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Development projects: Daher lauds the govt’s commitment
PML-N conducted politics as a ‘trade’, while PPP did it as a service to the people: Jam Mehtab Hussain Daher
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Military dictator brought terror war to Pakistan: Fazl
Milli Yakjehti Council calls for religious groups to unite, contest upcoming elections.
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Sympathy for Sandy among Pakistan’s forgotten flood victims
Villagers express gratitude for US workers carrying out relief activities in affected areas.
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Fists of fury: In war-ravaged FATA, men find peace in martial arts
The security situation and lack of resources makes it difficult for many of them to pursue the arts, says instructor.
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Football: Juve rout Pescara to extend lead on Inter
Juventus now lead Inter Milan by four points.
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MotoGP: Lorenzo crashes out of season-ender
MotoGP champion suffered a spectacular crash with around 17 laps remaining.
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Boxing: Klitschko retains world titles
The 36-year-old Klitschko was awarded the fight 120-107, 120-107, 119-109 to win his 22nd world title bout.
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Cricket: Ritchie in trouble over racist comments
Cricket Australia has announced it is not fitting for Ritchie to hold a talk at its cricket venues.
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Formula One: Rosberg convinced of his abilities
Rosberg has beaten his teammate Schumacher since past 3 seasons which he believes has been important for his career.
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Boxing: Cleverly stops Hawk to keep WBO title
Cleverly, fighting in the US for the first time, improved to 25-0 with his 12th win inside the distance.
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NA starts session after expiry of dual nationality deadline
One-month deadline given by ECP to lawmakers to submit affidavits just expires.
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Balochistan violence: Hazara Democratic Party protests targeted killings
Demonstrators call for religious groups behind sectarian violence to be banned.
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IDEAS 2012: Pakistan, China to market Al-Khalid tank together
It is equipped with a 125mm gun and can fire sophisticated ammunition, missiles while stationary or moving.
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Dual nationality saga: After lawmakers, bureaucrats asked to submit affidavits
A three-page document has been sent to the DMG and Secretariat group in this regard.
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Rehman Malik likely to visit India in upcoming weeks
Expected to discuss implementation of new visa regime and security for Pakistan’s cricket team.
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Balochistan unrest: Security situation not as bad as painted, says cabinet
IG FC says giving more powers to FC reduced in Quetta by 60 per cent.
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Bannu shootout: ‘Baitullah’s nephew’ among three killed
Officials identify men as Muhammad Ibrahim and Asmatullah.
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Sindh tour: Pakistan, India urged to focus on social issues
Bihar CM says resources should be used for poverty mitigation.
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Rewarded: NEF teachers regularised, pay revised
Salaries have been revised from Rs3,000 per month to Rs8,000 per month.
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Tragedy: Woman commits suicide
"Bibi had been married to Muhammad Abid for 13 years, and the couple had four children", says complainant.
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Subtleties of paradox explored
Abstract paintings that bring out the fine balance in opposites