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July 31, 2009 ruling: Ex-CJ’s hostility influenced judgement, says Musharraf’s lawyer
Pirzada tells SC that if one member of a bench is biased, the judgment is vitiated.
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Management change: Cupola sells KFC Pakistan to Delicious Holdings
Belton replaces Rangoonwala as CEO, sources put transaction value at $20m .
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Successful bid: Wateen awarded operations contract
Wateen has been awarded a three-year managed services contract by SBP to provide VSAT Hub and Spoke operations
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Currency: Rupee strengthens against dollar
The rupee ended higher at 105.33/105.38 against the dollar in the interbank market on Wednesday.
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Walking out: Telenor LDI Communications exits ICH
As part of this policy directive MTRI was proposed for mobile operators.
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Overchargers charged: Operation against profiteers continues
Raids took place in Gulberg, North Nazimabad, Manghopir, Orangi, Landhi, Aram Bagh, Saddar and Jamshed Quarters.
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Ensuring safe supply: Illegal blood banks to be closed
Around 172 blood banks have been registered in the Sindh province so far.
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Elevated asphalt: Work starts on Karachi’s 40th flyover
Sharjeel Inam Memon laid foundation stones at Malir Halt and Malir 15.
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Fourth bank heist: Robbers steal Rs2.8m
The case has been registered against unidentified persons.
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Claiming territory: STP to hold 'Sindh my mother' rally
Dr Magsi announced that he will take the message of 'peace' to Karachi.
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Sindh festival at Moen Jo Daro: Civil society starts own ‘coup’ to protect culture
Request UNESCO to save historical site from further destruction.
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India willing to obtain gas via Pakistan: Salman Khurshid
Indian minister says Pakistan and India should shed old ways of thinking and look for new ways to resolve problems.
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Pakistan‚ Turkey pledge to enhance defence cooperation
Pakistan, Turkey hinge hopes on tri-party summit for peaceful transition in Afghanistan.
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Pakistan holds flawless nuclear safety record, asserts Foreign Office
Foreign Office rebuts New York Times story that hints at US fears of a possible nuclear crisis in the region.
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Azfar and Mani bury the hatchet for Sab Set Hai Too
Despite having had fairly successful careers post split, the two have reunited for the sequel of their famous sitcom.
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Zeb, Haniya and AR Rahman: Three’s definitely not a crowd
The soulful duo has collaborated with the music maestro for a soundtrack of upcoming film Highway.
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Twice the age: Zulfiqar Khosa marries granddaughter of Nawab of Kalat
Zulfiqar Khosa is around 79 years of age while his bride Faryal is about 35.
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TTP welcome peace talks
A shura will make the final decision regarding peace talks: TTP spokesperson Shahidullah Shahid.
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Nawaz forms 4-member committee for peace talks with TTP
Members of committee are Irfan Siddiqui‚ Rahimullah Yusufzai‚ Rustam Shah Mehmand and Major (retd) Amir.
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Shahzain Bugti can return to hometown Dera Bugti: Balochistan High Court
The Balochistan Chief Minister Dr Abdul Malik Baloch had broken his promise, says Shahzain.
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Stolen relics: Hearing of holy slippers case today
Petitioner says has gone barefoot since 2002, to protest authorities' failure to arrest thieves, recover shoes.
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Rethinking democracy in Thailand
In run-up to elections, protesters, both anti and pro-govt, have been involved in clashes that have grown more violent
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Confusion over age: Rare waiver for 900 vehicles stranded at port
Government to guarantee Rs2b loan for PIA.
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Piled up: Over half of rigging pleas still undecided
Of the 405 petitions filed, election tribunals have disposed of only 176.
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Controversial PPO: Govt blocks MQM’s disapproval motion
Bill seeking more minority seats introduced in the house.
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Liaqat Jatoi resigns party positions
Says he will decide future political course within a month.
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The scion speaks: Bilawal Bhutto setting sights on 2018 elections
Says he wants to work with the grass roots.
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Suicide blast, two cracker attacks target Rangers in Karachi
Three killed, at least 11 others injured.
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Corruption cases: NAB chief wants swift recovery
Qamar Chaudhry directs bureau to devise way to focus on big cases instead of draining resources.
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‘Upward trajectory’: Aziz upbeat over ties with Washington
Calls for greater trade access for Pakistani products.
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Misuse of cars: Loopholes reverse gains from austerity measures
Govt ends up increasing expenses due to misconduct and miscalculation.
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Musharraf’s medical report: Prosecution seeks to cross-examine AFIC team
Says it is necessary to expose lack of professionalism displayed by board.
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Post-devolution: ‘Better governance needed for transition’
Speakers recommend cooperative development, conflict resolution.
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The flip side: JUI-S likens operation to a ‘suicide mission’
Leaders of religious parties warn against spread of militancy.
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Spotlighting health: Experts demand immediate steps, greater accountability
Decry governmental neglect of mother and child care.
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Countering terror: How to catch militants and impress people
Experts at a seminar share recommendations for policing and prosecution.
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Explosive issue: Islamic varsity urged to train clerics on modern lines
Senators, religious scholar suggest streamlining accreditation system.
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Of recreation: Cable car project put on back burner
Heavy turnover at the top level blamed for delay.
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Commission sans: Judges workers to wait till government wakes up
NIRC faces chronic staff shortage; IHC seeks reply from establishment, cabinet secretaries.
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Cricket shake-up: ICC claims cause fissure among leading nations
Pakistan, South Africa and Bangladesh contradicted the claims of the game’s governing body.
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‘Unconstitutional’ argument: Musharraf’s attorney invites ire of top court
Satti says his client didn’t expect justice from former CJ.
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Crucial times: Amid talk of operation, PM addresses NA today
Nawaz holds consultations with army chief and K-P chief minister.
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Looking ahead: SALU presents five-year business plan
SALU VC Dr Parveen Shah presided over the meeting.
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Unnecessary arrests: Court releases pillion riders
A judicial magistrate of district West, Ghulam Murtaza Baloch, ordered the discharge of 100 men on Tuesday.
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Armed bandits: Robbers flee with Rs4 million
Six armed men robbed the National Savings Centre at Teer Chowk in Sukkur.
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Development: Economy well-placed to progress, says PM
“The Youth Business Loan Scheme will provide impetus to the economy as thousands will benefit from it,” says PM.
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Terrestrial infringement: This land is your land, this land is my land
A look at land encroachment issues in Pakistan's major cities.
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Telecom sector: 3G services to facilitate ARPU boost
ARPU witnessed a slight decline to Rs211 per month during year 2012-13
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Currency: Rupee strengthens against dollar
The rupee ended higher at 105.40/105.46 against the dollar in the interbank market on Tuesday.
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The boy who lived: Mastung attack survivors find solace in unexpected compatriot
Eleven-year-old boy lifts the spirits of survivors at hospital.