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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.
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Making waves: When stuck in traffic, just tune into FM 88.6
Experts will listen to the complaints during live calls and offer prompt response.
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Nawaz‚ Gen Raheel discuss country’s security situation
General Reheel Sharif briefs Prime Minister about situation on the borders.
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ICC Board meeting concludes: BCCI to take a lead role
A test cricket fund would be paid equally to all full member, except BCCI, CA and ECB.
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SC terms November 3 emergency a violation of Constitution
Musharraf's counsel said SC's Jul 31, 2009 verdict declared it unconstitutional, but not a breach of the...
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Grazie, Mazhar ul Islam!
With his latest short story collection, the writer strikes a chord with students from Italy.
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Bienvenue au bazar Français!
The French Bazaar at Alliance Française was enjoyed by expats and locals alike.
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IHC disposes of 6,018 cases in 2013, another 6,500 submitted
The IHC is facing an influx of cases while it experiences a shortage of manpower.
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Woman killed in landmine explosion in Upper Kurram Agency
Two others injured in explosion.
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Chaophraya Dialogue: Delegations from India, Pakistan urge closer ties
Nuclear disarmament, stability in Afghanistan, LoC among the topics discussed at the Dialogue.
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Osama bin Laden still alive in people's hearts: JI Chief
US is afraid bin Laden will come back to life after withdrawal of Nato troops from Afghanistan, Munawar Hassan says.
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TTP talks option 'exhausted': Bilawal Bhutto
Bilawal says politicians are "confusing the nation on purpose because they are scared".
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Imran unhappy over K-P govt stopping Malala's book launch
Minister for Information says govt opposed to book launching in a university, not opposed to book.
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For greater harmony: Tribals be inducted in police, says IGP
Says it is for restoration of peace and prosperity.
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Paying homage: Nasim to announce party’s manifesto
'The party workers will see real followers of Bacha Khan’s philosophy of non-violence,' says Nasim.
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Accident: One killed, 18 injured
A student was killed and 18 others were injured in a road accident in the Kot Chaudhrian area of Chakwal.
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Currency: Rupee weakens against dollar
The rupee ends weaker 105.50/105.56 against the dollar compared to Friday’s close of 105.45/105.50.
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Energetic platform: Working towards a better future
With an aim to look for alternative energy sources, a four-day workshop starts at the Quaid-i-Azam University.
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Faysal Bank: SunGard’s Ambit Core Banking system
Faysal Bank Limited implements system to help drive efficiencies, optimise profitability, support future growth.
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Franchise: Fast food comes to Bahria Town
Contract signed to open several branches of Burger King, TGIF and Pizza Hut in Rawalpindi and Lahore Bahria Towns.
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Judges detention case: Musharraf granted exemption till Feb 10
During course of hearing, former president’s counsel Siddiqui presents Musharraf’s medical report to ATC Judge Rahman.
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Fake degree case: SC restores K-P MPA’s membership
Election Tribunal’s decision to suspend his membership in a fake degree case was declared null and void.
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President to diplomat: New envoy to UAE asked to foster ties
President says that the ambassador must extend every possible measure of support to the expatriate community.
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Bilateral cooperation: S African navy chief meets counterpart
On his arrival the visiting naval chief was given guard of honour.
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Urban development: Faisalabad to have 4 new abattoir
DCO Noorul Amin Mengal says Rs50 million will be spent on the construction of each slaughter house.
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Thalassemia alert!: Desperate measures
The real tale of father who is ready to sell himself for his daughter’s life.
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Is anyone paying heed to doctors in K-P?
Despite promises by provincial leaders, the doctors are continuously deprived.
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Chakothi bridge meeting: No resolution to the issue of stranded trucks
Delegations from both sides of LOC to meet again on 30th.
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National Assembly session: Premier’s continued no-show in the house draws fire
Opposition stages token walkout to invite Nawaz’s attention to the matter.
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Controversial law: PPO challenged in Supreme Court
Petitioners say the ordinance would give LEAs open licence to arrest or kill.
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Economic challenge: Govt to raise foreign reserves in 2014
Expects to gather $10.1 billion through remittances, auction of 3G licences and outstanding CSF payments.
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Attack on Express: Media persons boycott assembly session
Minister says govt shares the grief of journalists community.
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‘Big Three’ issue: Pakistan yet to take side in international cricket politics
PCB chairman has been trying to meet PM to set strategy but to no avail .
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Case hearing: Pemra chief files plea against ‘harassment’
IHC seeks officials reply over Rashid Ahmad’s petition.
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Agricultural training: 25 professionals leave for Australia
Award recipients will go to University of Western Australia to receive training in agriculture studies.
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New plan: In the next few years, Rawat may be the new Islamabad
CDA to make Islamabad Highway 10-lane up to Rawat.
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Prevent the preventable: In dead of winter, 69 dengue cases detected
Rise in temperatures will see dengue larva breeding also increase.
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Local governance: Speakers discourage throwing away baby with bathwater
Say that if allowed to take roots, an accountable, resourceful local governance structure may deliver better.
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Metro bus service: Pindi admin takes first steps towards bus project
Officials asked to conduct survey to shift infrastructure along route.
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Solving life’s puzzles: Int’l conference on maths kicks off
Research scholars from Turkey, Qatar, Morocco, Oman, Sri Lanka, Italy, Canada, SA, Greece participate in conference.
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Crackdown: Four suspects held, weapons seized
Meanwhile, the police also impounded 57 bikes and six vehicles in various areas of the city for various violations.
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Prosecution rejects Musharraf’s medical report
The prosecution says the report is inconclusive.
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Amid warnings: TTP reiterates dialogue offer
Attacks on mosques and in marketplaces are the works of the spy agencies, says TTP spokesperson.
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Operation or talks: PML-N fails to decide
Nisar says choosing between two options is easier said than done.
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Strategic dialogue: Kerry hails Pakistan’s ‘tiger economy’ potential
Aziz says US should not just look at Pakistan from the lenses of ‘Afghanistan’ and ‘terrorism’.
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Creeping censorship: Spotflux claims its service is being 'actively blocked' in Pakistan
Spotflux say they have collected enough proof of Pakistan government actively blocking their service in the country.