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Enforced disappearance case: UNHCR refuses to allow witness to record statement
AAG Punjab says it has been established that Masood Janjua was killed.
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When April Fools’ Day went all wrong
On a fine morning of Apr 1, about 14 years ago, my grandmother departed from this world.
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Afghanistan mission: US eyes transfer of leftover defence gear to Pakistan
Washington rejects concerns that the move may alter strategic dynamics of the region.
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Cross-border attacks: Upset at demarche, Islamabad dismisses Kabul allegations
Foreign ministry issues statement after Afghanistan summons Pakistan’s senior diplomat.
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National Assembly session: Gen Musharraf’s indictment a ‘defining moment in history’
Govt renews offer to bring Musharraf’s mother back.
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Foreign relations: Tit-for-tat proposed over visa rejections
Senate panel proposes a strict visa policy for countries that frequently deny entry permit to Pakistani lawmakers.
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Musharraf’s lawyer slams PTV for airing false report
State television claimed the court rejected ex-dictator’s plea to travel abroad.
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APNS elects office bearers for 2014-15
Approves executive committee’s report for preceding year and annual accounts of the society.
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Low desk-thumping greets spirited words of a trio
Not many persons sitting in national assembly were keen to discuss 'historic charge-sheeting' of former dictator.
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Details discussed: South Asian labour conference from April 24
Punjab CM Shahbaz Sharif will inaugurate conference, PM Nawaz Sharif will be chief guest at concluding ceremony.
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Retrogressive mindset: Abolition of Council of Islamic Ideology sought
Civil society protests anti-child, anti-women stance of CII.
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Fair representation: Giving minorities their due in the media
Participants discuss ways to counter extremist narratives.
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Preventing allergy: Free treatment drive kicks off
On the first day over 250 patients visited the 13 camp organised by the district health department.
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Dispensing justice: ‘Judges must maintain impartiality’
IHC Chief Justice Muhammad Anwar Khan Kasi has urged additional district and sessions judges to work with integrity.
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Symposium: Diabetics told to get eye checkups regularly
Diabetics more prone to developing retinal diseases, need to have regular check-ups even if their sight was not weak.
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Treason trial: Like Musharraf, commuters not allowed to go anywhere
Roads closure for cavalcade causes massive traffic jams, some stuck for hours.
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Price hike: Action against drug firms likely
The Ministry of NHSRC has taken notice of reports of illegal price hike by pharmaceutical companies.
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Report launch: ‘Legislation to eliminate fear of honour crime victims’
There is lack of awareness about basic rights, says report.
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Book launch: Inspired moments - showcasing a positive image
Photojournalist travels from Cholistan to Rakaposhi.
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In crosshairs: Living here, hard for citizens, harder for journalists
Panellists term ratings race, lack of experience a hurdle in way of quality broadcast.
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With one voice: Sindh Assembly condemns attack on Express News anchor
House also passes resolution against CII’s recommendations on second, child marriage and DNA test.
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Day of surprises at special court
There was not a speck of nervousness on Musharraf’s face, in his stride or demeanour.
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With over 60,000 books, judicial library contains history and evolution of subcontinent’s law
The priceless resources are looked after by a smiling librarian - its ‘spider’.
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Treason charges: Indicted
Pervez Musharraf pleads not guilty to all five charges.
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A matter of policy: Post-dated picture mandatory to reissue Matric certificate
Board requires 1999-2001 Matric students to furnish pictures of that time for a duplicate certificate.
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A reigning decade: Masood Hashmi elected MAP president
Syed Imran Ahmed was elected vice-president, Talib Syed Karim as honorary secretary.
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Potential trade: Thai team to examine Pakistan seafood
Thai delegation will visit different harbours to check quality of seafood processing.
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Currency: Rupee weaker against dollar
The rupee ended weaker at 98.25/98.35 against the dollar compared to Friday’s close of 98.00/98.10.
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President promulgates sales tax ordinance 2014 as FBR falls short of collection target again
Tax collection falls short of the Parliament’s approved target but remains in line with the IMF’s projections.
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Petrol prices set to be slashed by Rs1.72
The new petroleum prices will be effective from April 1, 2014 with some prices being reduced by upto Rs5.61.
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Less than half of allocated development funds released after three quarters
Rs12.100 billion have been released for HEC, out of its total allocation of Rs18.490 billion for the year 2013-14.
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Cricket anthems — hitting an all-time low
The quality of music was highly disappointing this World T20.
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Plight of the puppeteers: a waning craft
The 11th National Folk Puppet Festival highlights the reasons behind the dieng art form.
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New US embassy in Islamabad to get $400,000 camel sculpture
Officials explained the decision to purchase such an expensive art piece for the embassy through a four-page document.
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Vote radio! Vote bucket! Take your pick in Afghan polls
Candidates' symbols help illiterate voters differentiate contenders in presidential and provincial council elections.
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Sindh Assembly calls for dissolution of CII
Instead of solving issues, CII is creating divisions and more confusion in the minds of people, states the resolution.
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Leftover US equipment in Afghanistan up for grabs for Pakistan
US embassy says the sale will ultimately be approved by the American State Department.
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Train attack in Balochistan leaves two dead
After Levies officials reached the scene, there was a cross-fire between the security officers and the attackers.
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Musharraf’s appearance in court as it happened
Musharraf appeared before the court in the midst of high security, restless journalists and curious spectators.
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Musharraf treason trial: Statement of formal charges
After months of back and forth, Musharraf was indicted for subverting the constitution.
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Low turnout of APML supporters as Musharraf appears in court
Hardly a dozen Musharraf loyalists and MQM workers present at the court while Musharraf was being charged.
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Allowing Musharraf to travel abroad is government's decision, says court
Court exempts Musharraf from further appearance after Monday morning's indictment.
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Youth convention: ‘Kalabagh Dam key to economic prosperity’
PML-Q leader Moonis Elahi says India behind anti-Kalabagh dam campaign.
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Quality enhancement: ‘IIUI prime focus of govt’
IIUI President Dr Ahmed Yousif Al-Draiweesh urges students to adopt moderation, discourage extremism, violence.
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One injured in car-coaster collision
1 man received minor injuries when car and coaster collided on Jinnah Avenue right outside Centaurus Mall entrance.
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Through the ages: A hidden gem continues to shine in the heart of Peshawar
The centuries-old Gurdwara Jogan Shah is a majestic symbol of Sikh architecture.
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Clean sweep: NAB probes scam involving clerics
Two religious scholars extorted more than Rs13.2 million in a scam promising investors lucrative profits.
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Wasting water: Kalabagh dam only route to prosperity, says Moonis Elahi
Says ‘distributing laptops and loans does not provide relief’.
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Under Nawaz’s leadership: Pakistan will become ‘ambassador of peace’, says Rashid
Says PM Nawaz Sharif believes in peace and coexistence.
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Exporting manpower: OEC sent 6,384 Pakistanis abroad in five years
Some 3,785 sent from Punjab, only 77 from Balochistan.