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Public restrooms: no-go areas
Only 20 of the 80 public restrooms in the city operational.
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Fuel acronym pie: After CNG, illegal LPG decanting thriving
Illegal LPG distribution rampant in Pindi, consumer rights group warns prices may hike soon.
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Cylinder explosion: Three die as factory collapses
The blast occurred when the workers were filling oxygen and nitrogen tanks.
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IIUI opens psychiatric disorder clinic
Dr Al-Draiweesh lauded the efforts of Dr Tahir Khalili in establishing the clinic.
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Bar address: All citizens, parties must obey the Constitution says Chief justice
‘Compromises on justice on pretext of state necessity are history’.
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Encroachments: Parking lot on railways land to be removed
The assistant commissioner also ordered a drive against encroachments along the Lorry Adda Road.
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Illegal activities: 25 arrested in prostitution sting
“Prostitution operation” was carried under the name of a stitching centre for women.
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Samina ghurki: ‘Real change only through polls’
The democratic process will continue and elections will be held on time, says Ghurki.
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Ceasefire violation: Pakistani soldier killed as LoC heats up
Colonel Brijesh Pandey accused the Pakistani military of firing mortar shells into a village in the Uri district.
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Consolation victory: India win 3rd ODI, but lose three-match series
“We missed a huge opportunity for a clean sweep, especially after getting them out for a low total," says Misbah.
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Analysis: Qazi leaves indelible mark on JI politics
The late Jamaat chief mentored most of party’s present leadership.
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Telecom sector: Pakistan’s poster industry likely to continue suffering
Analysts not too hopeful of any major positive developments until next government is sworn in.
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For the economy, 2013 is a year of change, a year of hope
Completion of a five-year term by a democratic government is a game changer for economic policy.
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ASWJ upset that Aurangzeb Farooqi’s attackers are still free
At a rally on Sunday, they said that the govt has only paid lip service.
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Murder mystery: Attack on twins stumps their family
Their father says that they had friends from every ethnic group and sect.
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After fighting Iron Man, Faran Tahir arrives in Karachi
Actor says that he found it difficult to find roles initially.
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Literacy programme brings more than just cosmetic changes to girls’ lives
Thanks to vocational training, maids are now working as beauticians.
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I did not shoot Shahzeb, Shahrukh Jatoi did: Siraj Talpur
Siraj, a prime suspect, agrees to be a state witness to the case.
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Pakistan lose 3rd ODI against India by 10 runs
India gave an easy target of 168 runs for Pakistan to win the third ODI.
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Financial Meeting: SALU faces Rs202m deficit
The university will take on more students for its MPhil, MS, PhD, Bed and Med programmes.
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Shah Abdul Latif University: Admissions open for 16 departments
Departments are part of faculty of natural sciences, social sciences, arts and commerce, and business administration.
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Kidnapped By Family: Abducted two-month-old found
Police still trying to find out how many people were involved in the kidnapping.
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Female Empowerment: Women in business conference on Jan 29
Press briefing will be held on January 8 to inform the media about the details of the conference.
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Qazi Hussain Ahmed’s funeral prayers held in Peshawar
Funeral prayers were led by JI chief Syed Munawar Hassan, attended by thousands of mourners.
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Weak structures: Nine injured as roof collapses
Roof of shop caved in as labourers were trying to remodel it.
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Lower Kurram Agency: One killed, three injured in roadside blast
Injured taken to Sadda Headquarters Hospital.
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Khyber Agency: Mufti Munir Shakir’s mosque destroyed
Mosque completely destroyed in the explosion.
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Taliban vow war if US forces stay
Afghan Taliban warn of a prolonged war in Afghanistan if any foreign troops stay after the end of 2014.
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Govt ffficial, son shot dead
Muhammad Yousuf, an employee of the Building and Roads (B&R) Department, was travelling with his children.
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Smart cards may curb pension fraud
The Smart National Identity Card will replace the old manual pension book system.
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Stale fish: Restaurant sued for Rs500,000
The court issued notice for February 8.
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Future concern: FIA comments sought on another plea
Petitioner Kiran Nisar submitts she visited Future Concern offices in June and sought help for a British visa.
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Next polio drive: Committee reviews security
About 8.66 million children across the district will be vaccinated.
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Technical problems: Parking plaza plan scaled down
The GDA had allocated a two-kanal site at the Sangam Morr on GT Road.
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Beating Seniors: Seven doctors sent on 2-day remand
Civil Lines police presented seven doctors, including YDA Gujranwala president Kashif Bilal.
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Loan Request: Egypt’s president to meet IMF aide
The IMF loan is seen as crucial to easing Egypt’s budget deficit.
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Debt, deficit: US can’t afford more showdowns
Government data released on Friday showed the US unemployment rate remained at 7.8% in December.
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Broadband: PTCL introduces economy package
TCL says the new economy package enables customers to experience broadband internet for only Rs499 per month.
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Snooker: Perwani defeats Anwar to win Cup
Perwani received a cash award of Rs35,000 while Anwar received Rs20,000.
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Football: FA Cup key for Wenger’s Arsenal
An early exit though, would put increased pressure on Wenger.
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Cycling: Armstrong may admit to doping
Armstrong has told associates and anti-doping officials he is considering admitting publicly.
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Tennis: Williams wins title, Murray in final
Andy Murray will play Grigor Dimitrov in today’s final.
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Top stories Dec 30-Jan 6 2012: Shahzeb Khan
Don't miss the top stories of the week on The Express Tribune website.
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US drones kill 12 Taliban in Pakistan: Officials
Missile attack took place in Babar Ghar village in S Waziristan - stronghold of Taliban and al Qaeda-linked militants.
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Financial corruption
For an underdeveloped country like Pakistan, the biggest threat to its existence is terrorism within its borders.
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Persistent delays: In Swat, getting a driver’s licence no easy feat
Officials reveal around 16,000 applicants waiting for past two year for their licence.
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Three dead in gas explosion at Islamabad factory
The blast brings entire building down.
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Drug regulation: Out with the ‘outdated’ rules, in with the new
New rules finalised, presented to chief commissioner for approval.
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New Year gala: Diversion to raise spirits of the youth
Musical evening, dress and jewellery exhibitions held.
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Crime roundup: Nearly 2,000 people arrested in Attock last year
DPO initiates a campaign against unauthorised display of press and police licence plates on vehicles.

















































