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Music comes from my heart: Komal Rizvi
The singer talks about her album release in India.
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Muharram security: Long shawls, coats banned in Haripur
Use of tinted glasses in vehicles, explosive crackers also banned. Violators to be prosecuted under Section 188.
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Police foil suicide attack near Lakki Marwat Muharram gathering
Bomber blew himself up when police tried to stop him from moving forward, injuring two officers.
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IHC judges case: Govt seeks more time to file presidential reference
Reference seeks legal opinion on all issues related to appointments of IHC judges.
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LHC issues fresh notices to PML-Q MNA in disqualification petition
No one turned up for the Friday court hearing.
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8th Muharram: Live social media updates
As Pakistan enters day one of high security leading up to 10th Muharram, we bring latest news on social media.
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Mobile, motorcycle ban based on critical intelligence: Rehman Malik
Data shows 460 blasts carried out by motorcyclists, 90% blasts carried out through mobile, says interior minister.
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In LUMS, a battle over fired janitorial staff brews
The firing of 16 janitors from the campus over low wages has resulted in a public outcry led by students.
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Pakistan Army tasked to oversee security in Hangu, Kurram Agency
Given the vulnerable security situation in Muharram, army contingents have been deployed across the districts.
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Service tenures: Federation decides to file presidential reference
Supreme Court adjourns hearing for two weeks on AG's request.
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Alleged Kidnapping: AT protests against missing worker
Members of the Awami Tehreek (AT) organised protests in several districts to condemn the kidnapping of a party worker
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Results Declared: Over 70% students pass SU exams
Out of 1,761 students who passed, 265 secured grades in the first division
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Condemning Israeli Aggression: STPP supports Palestinians
Members of the Sindh Taraqi Pasand party (STPP) held demonstrations in Hyderabad, Mirpurkhas
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Abducted: Men kidnap tractor driver
A tractor driver was kidnapped near Thul railway station on Thursday morning.
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Golf: Donald’s double hope on track
Former number one Luke Donald’s goal to win back-to-back victories appears to be on track
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No mobile services in Karachi, Quetta till midnight
Suspension of services in Islamabad, other cities being considered, says Malik.
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Ashraf removes Mehar from federal minister post
Ghous Bux Mehar was appointed federal minister for privatisation.
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Vampires, 007 may set record Thanksgiving sales
The final film in the Twilight series, collected $141.3 million last week.
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CNICs remove ghost voters, target poor for aid
Registration spiked after cards were required for poor to qualify for cash payments from government.
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Army is not the solution to Karachi: Imran Khan
PTI chief says neutral police force is needed to maintain peace in the city.
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Security breach: Policeman dies in grenade attack
Search operation launched by the police after the attack, culprits escape.
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BDS neutralises two bomb threats in Karachi
First device found near another Imambargah in Orangi Town.
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Combating terrorism: Grand jirga announces peace militia
The militia will patrol different parts of the agency, looking out for mines, IEDs.
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Beefing up security: Army on standby in volatile areas
TTP claims responsibility for blasts in Karachi and Rawalpindi, warns of more similar attacks.
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Operation X: Closure for some, fleeting satisfaction for others
A blow-by-blow account of how meticulously India’s most secret execution was planned.
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Asghar Khan petition: Beg’s review petition rejected on technical grounds
SC refuses to entertain application as Beg used new counsel against rules.
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Taliban threaten to avenge Kasab’s execution
As a precaution, India requests heightened security for its mission in Islamabad.
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Errors in electoral lists: ECP cannot shift voters’ names without consent, says SC
Seeks details regarding number of voters who have shifted their votes to another constituency.
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Senate proceedings: Govt fails to pass dual nationality bill again
Amendments required approval of 67 out of 104 senators, govt fell short of only three senators.
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Relentless resolve: Iran vows gas pipeline by 2014
'We want to complete this project by 2014,' Ahmadinejad told a press conference in Islamabad.
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Senate question hour: Civil servants embezzled Rs5b, says Naek
Law minister tells Senate that money embezzled during tenure of Pakistan Peoples Party-led coalition regime.
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Hajj scam: Ex-DG Hajj accused of getting kickbacks
The hearing is adjourned till November 29.
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Israeli aggression: Protest against attacks on Gaza
AWP Vice President says the recent killings of Palestinians are linked to Israel’s imperialism under US patronage.
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Pindi blast: Hospitals put on high alert
All doctors at the hospital have been put on call, officials said.
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Condemnation: Suicide attack in Pindi denounced
In a meeting with adviser to Punjab Chief Minister, scholars renewed their pledge to nurture brotherhood during month.
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Ghost schools: 18 teachers, education officials booked
The accused teachers, most of whom are non-locals, have not visited the schools in more than three years.
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Helping hand: Japan to provide $4.7m more for flood victims
The grant will be implemented in three phases through three international organisations.
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Cooperation: Argentinean envoy stresses enhanced bilateral trade
Argentina is exporting CNG equipment, including cylinders, car kits and compressors to Pakistan, says Ambassador.
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Meeting: NPC forms committee to revisit constitution
The five-member committee is headed by veteran journalist Muhammad Ziauddin, Executive Editor of The Express Tribune.
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Disorganised: In PIMS, patients suffer due to confusion over holiday
No notification was issued by the hospital administration to inform staff whether Thursday was a public holiday.
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Ex-Indian general hopeful of resolving disputes
Says Siachen, Sir Creek and water dispute need greater understanding.
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Art that educates: Spreading Islamic knowledge through artwork
The exhibition features a total of 64 calligraphic pieces.
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Cash-strapped civic body to get an influx of Rs2.88b
CDA board approves 12 of 20 bids, rejects bids below reservation price.
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New Islamabad airport: NAB launches inquiry against CAA
The airport does not meet international standards for simultaneous use of two airstrips.
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With meagre resources, little hope for thousands of druggies
Over 3,900 patients await treatment at rehabilitation centre which can accommodate just 45 at a time.
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Targeted Attack: MPA’s house attacked, culprits remain at large
MPA was not present in the house at the time of the incident and is currently in Peshawar.
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Security measures: All schools closed from Nov 23 to 25
Afghan refugees will be banned from entering the city.
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No causalities: Mortar shell damages house, school
According to the police the target of the attack seems to be the Bacha Khan International Airpor.
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‘Social media users are the new news editors’
Regulation of News Media on the Internet discussed at LUMS roundtable.
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Signal-free crossing: Kalma Chowk underpasses approved
Sharif says one underpass will be of three lanes while the other of four lanes, costing over Rs1 billion.
















































