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A new career: Such a gem
A woman in G-B grades gemstones and issues certificates before they are exported to international markets.
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Detained in Libya: Last Pakistani crew member of Morning Glory awaits freedom
Brother of Ghufran Marghoob cites threats to his life.
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Mystery’s over: Modi admits he is married
Media reports have described how he walked away from a marriage arranged by his parents.
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An unfulfilled future: Away from home, violence catches up to haunt tribesmen
Nine Mohmand Agency migrants were victims of Wednesday’s attack in Islamabad.
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An inextricable history: How Persia influenced South Asia
Francis Robinson takes a journey through time at IVS.
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Detailed judgement: SC upheld verdict in spirit of ‘constitutionalism’
Apex court maintained Musharraf review petition had no merit.
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Uncertain future: Peace process in murky waters as TTP ceasefire ends
Taliban infighting, differences between govt, military delay face-to-face meeting.
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Film screenings: Lyari’s Hidden Diamonds record best football saga
Around 25 young film-makers of Youth Café identify eight real-life stories.
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The quiet Karachi: Identifiable Localities - finding calm in chaos
Six artists display routine occurrences, everyday spaces in latest IVS exhibition.
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Currency: Rupee strengthens against dollar
The rupee ended higher at 97.25/97.30 against the dollar compared to Wednesday’s close of 97.80/97.90.
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Incoming: Nokia X begins sale
People can access quality-tested apps from the Nokia Store.
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Helping hand: Ministry looking out for cotton farmers
Afridi said that cotton is the cornerstone of the textile sector as it contributes 55% to Pakistan’s exports.
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Gwadar port: Chairman hopes to achieve objectives
Pak-China corridor will also link the two countries with central Asian countries, said Dostain Jamaldini
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Boao forum: Nawaz urges for the revival of Silk Road
Nawaz urged Chinese Premier to encourage Chinese companies to invest in Pakistan.
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New to the scene: Classic Rock Coffee opens in Islamabad
In Pakistan, Classic Rock Coffee is the first international brand to roast green coffee beans locally.
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Great word of advice: Wasim Akram suggests boot camp for Pakistan team
The former skipper said that the cricket administrators need to concentrate on improving fielding and fitness.
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PCB decides to conditionally support the Big3
Former PCB chairman says that India has not accepted the Future Tours Programme for 7 years.
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Rehman Malik hints at Musharraf's departure
The former interior minister predicts a compromise between ex-president Musharraf and the government.
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Sabzi Mandi attack: PM announces Rs500,000 in compensation for families of deceased
PM announces Rs75,000 for each individual injured in attack.
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Sardar Mehtab Abbasi appointed as K-P Governor
The PML-N senior leader replaces Shaukatullah Khan, who resigned submitted his resignation 2 days ago.
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APML demands resignation of Defence Minister Khawaja Asif
Asif allegedly questioned 'bravery' of former president Pervez Musharraf and ridiculed his political advisor.
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Unresolved matters: Second order issued to GHQ for report on missing person
DAG requests PHC for more time, next hearing scheduled for April 30.
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Performance evaluation: Some Hajj tour operators win ministry’s favours
Subcommittee questions use of ‘bogus firms’ to create merit lists.
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Sibi train carnage: Relatives to wait three months for DNA verification
Relatives informed that the bodies of their loved ones could not be identified.
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Mind your language
I am charmed by the Punjabi language that evolved in and took its name from the land of five rivers.
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Defying court order: Warrant issued for OGDCL chief
The court is irked by the absence of Riaz Khan, who was to submit a report.
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Corps commanders meeting: Army brass seeks to ease friction with govt
Nawaz reportedly assures his cabinet will refrain from making ‘unnecessary’ statements on Musharraf’s treason trial.
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‘Model Conservative’: Pakistani-origin Briton appointed cultural secretary
British Prime Minister David Cameron appoints former banker Sajid Javid as the country’s new culture secretary.
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Report on court attacks: Inquiry report accuses police of cowardice
Contradicting the force’s claims, the report charges them with inefficiency.
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Protection of Pakistan Ordinance: Opposition divided over PPO
The PPP opposes moving the court; matter may lead to joint session if senate rejects the .
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Consultation fee: Court halts payment to Ali Jahangir Siddiqui
SHC moved against decision of Jahangir Siddiqui Company to pay Rs9m to ‘boss’s son’.
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Accountability: Driver arrested for hitting constable
CPO said the bus driver Muhammad Rafiq, resident of Mureedwala, managed to escape immediately after the accident.
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Lawyer shot dead in Karachi
Sindh High Court takes notice of the killing; lawyer belongs to PML-N.
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Attacks on journalists: ‘Despots’ unnerved by independent media, says Jabbar Khattak
CPNE Secretary General says ‘despotic’ elements target media persons because they spread awareness among masses.
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Islamabad attack: Fazl sees blast as sabotage to peace
Says his party had been struggling for peace in Pakistan since 2008.
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Alleged embezzlement: NAB arrests ex-DG of PHA
The arrested were accused of embezzling over Rs400m from housing scheme of Provincial Housing Authority in 2012.
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Infrastructure collaboration: EPZA negotiates 500 acre-zone
FIEDMC has already begun work on its 4,415-acre industrial park.
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Infighting: Nine more killed as TTP factions clash
Four men of the Sajna group were killed in Shawal while five men of Hakimullah group were shot down in Tank.
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Crime: Family looted at gunpoint
Muhammad Waseem told police that 22 carat gold, Rs800,000 were stolen from them.
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Administrative delay: ‘Dispose of disciplinary cases quickly’
Chief Secretary Naveed Akram Cheema says no delay would be tolerated in fixation of pension.
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Contempt: ‘No case registered against Meera’
Petitioner asks court to order registration of case against her, put her name on exit control list.
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Investiture ceremony: Pakistan Navy holds awards ceremony
Many commodores receive Sitara-i-Imtiaz, while many captains and commanders receive Tamgha-i-Imtiaz.
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Defence production: Romania offers help in arms production
Rana Tanvir Hussain stresses both countries should look into making forum to explore joint collaboration and ventures.
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Alarming: UNICEF confirms poliovirus in Quetta
Jamia Salfia, Takhtani Bypass and Sur Pur are 3 sites in Quetta from where samples are collected for poliovirus.
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Visit to hometown: Govt to develop tribal areas, says governor
Governor says govt determined to bring positive changes in tribal areas, efforts accelerated for the purpose.
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Till death do us part: Clash over marriage proposal kills 10
Five others also sustained bullet injuries when two groups clashed.
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‘No-first-use’ policy: India’s nuclear doctrine has become almost ineffective, says expert
'India for practical reasons is already not adhering to the policy,' says Dr Zafar Iqbal Cheema.
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Citizen-friendly media: Speakers for ethics, role of journalists in discussions
Quality of news should not be compromised in competition.
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District court attackers: Probe body contradicts police version
Probe body recommends action against police officers for inefficiency.
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Judgment: Ex-AGPR’s suspension declared illegal
In Dec, govt suspended AGPR Mehmood for 3 months after establishment division held corruption inquiry into his actions