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Vernacular thievery: Plagiarism in regional languages continues
Universities lack software to detect plagiarism in work in regional languages.
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Fast track: Out-of-school children to reach grade 5 in 40 months
Non-formal curriculum covers education from nursery to grade 5.
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Surprise visit: ‘Ramazan Bazaars must provide relief to people’
The chief secretary checked weight of flour bags at Ramazan Bazaars at Pir Bahar Shah Chowk and Khadim Hussain Road.
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Curious case: Revenue employee working on multiple posts
Girdawar has charge of two BS-11, three BS-7 posts.
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Crimes of passion: Man kills paramour, commits suicide
The girl was shot after she said no to his marriage proposal.
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Not doing enough: Citizens take to the streets in protest against police
Villagers slammed police for releasing two men accused of murder .
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Terror threat: Police search two seminaries in Rahim Yar Khan
The police contingent then searched Jamia Abu Bakar Sadique, located in Habib Colony.
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Point scoring: ‘PTI has failed in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’
Minister inaugurates 132KV grid station in Dera Ghazi Khan.
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Law and order: ‘Suspect’ shot dead
The CPO said three other suspects identified as Bilal, Usman and Majeed fled from the location.
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Over and above: Customs dept’s collection exceeds recovery target
An additional revenue of Rs182.82 million was collected during the period under review, 10% more than last year.
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High achievers: Girls outshine boys as they secure top positions in SSC exams
The second and third position holders emphasise the importance of conceptual learning.
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Two-year-old girl allegedly raped and killed in Multan
Suspect said to be 17-year-old boy; investigation underway.
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PTI lawmakers approach ECP for disqualification of Prime Minister Nawaz
MNAs Ali Muhammad Khan, Murad Saeed say premier is no longer 'sadiq' and 'ameen'.
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Punjab govt decides to end 'quota' system in 12 public universities
Quota system gives extra powers to the vice chancellors of the universities.
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Opportunity cost: ‘Brighter’ side of load-shedding
Scheduled power outages have made some people punctual, efficient and grateful.
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No link with Arsalan Iftikhar move, says Abid Sher Ali
“We have no link with Arsalan,” the minister said.
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Bad break-up: Two arrested for killing couple, their daughter
Main accused says he killed his wife, her parents after she filed for divorce.
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Hazardous conditions: ‘There were no safety measures at factory where four workers died’
Report on the death of labourers
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Democracy: PTI wants to derail democratic setup: Mashhood
Said the government was doing its best to defeat terrorists and resolve energy crisis.
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Ensuring child rights: 11 lawmakers agree on child protection plan
Caucus to be formed in provincial assembly to protect rights of children and deal with child labour issues.
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Knowledge is power: UAF launches app for farmers
Dr Khan said that the application, named Horticulture UAF, was available for download on Google Play Store.
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Intimidation: Police’s comments sought on plea against Imran, Qureshi
Additional district and sessions judge (AD&SJ) on Tuesday directed Anarkali police to submit comments by July 14.
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Forced to cheat: Whistle blowers refuse to take PU dope tests
Complaining students says chief minister should order an inquiry.
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Overstepping authority: Body to probe alleged violations by ex-AG
Rashid was named AG in violation of rules, says a report by AG officials.
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The elusive club: Police given Gullu’s custody for six days
Magistrate dismisses bail petition
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Model town mayhem: Police seek time to submit record
The court adjourned the hearing until July 15.
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Crackdown launched: E&T to have no truck with registration agents
200 barred from its premises liable to be arrested if found approaching its staff.
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Nisar meets PM Nawaz once again in Islamabad
Matters pertaining to politics and national security discussed in the meeting.
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Lahore court sends Gullu Butt on 6-day physical remand
Butt will be kept in police custody at Faisal Town police station.
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ASF release passenger arrested on suspicion of terrorism in Lahore
Passenger's wife, alleged lover wrongly tip-off airport security using stolen phone.
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Rigging allegations: Imran’s lawyer asked to continue arguments today
The judge turned down the request and told the lawyer to continue arguments on Tuesday.
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Pressing demands: Kiln workers back democracy, demand better wages
Demonstration held in front of Punjab Assembly.
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Use of steroids: PU athletes demand action against admin
Claim most of medals have been won by students forced to use drugs.
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Pulling together: ‘Coordinated efforts needed to control dengue’
CM’s adviser on health chairs meeting of Cabinet Committee for Dengue Control.
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Aiding the displaced: Student volunteer force formed to help IDPs
Shahbaz Sharif Volunteer Force to collect funds for internally displaced persons.
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Now you see it…: Judge to see whether Gullu faces terror charge
Police fail to produce record in court despite repeated orders.
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No safeguards: Two swimming in Ravi drown
Enforcing ban on swimming in the canal is parents’ responsibility: CCPO.
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Troubling thought: LHC concern over sexual harassment claim against VC
The counsel for the university said the charge was baseless.
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Old grudge: Man shoots his brother-in-law
He was unhappy with Ahmad’s
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Trigger-happy: Kidnapper killed in botched abduction attempt
Kidnappers shoot and kill one of their own after being chased by citizens.
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Shocking negligence: Workers protest against labourer’s death
Labourer Afzal Ali was killed when he touched a machine that had short-circuited.
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Inspirational illustrations: KODA – a comic on friendship, generosity
The story revolves around four friends who help the less fortunate.
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Energy crisis: Power cuts incense Tandlianwala residents
The situation was brought under control after a police contingent managed to placate the demonstrators.
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Estranged: Landlord claims sons trying to kill him
The complainant said he had lodged a case against the men with Kehror Pacca police.
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LHC expresses concern over harassment allegations against PU chancellor
Counsel asks court to suspend vice chancellor till finalisation of inquiry.
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Alleged rigging: LHC adjourns PTI hearing on basis of unoriginal documents
Sardar Ayaz Sadiq had contended that the documents submitted were not original.
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Two labourers killed in Lahore gas pipeline explosion
Labourers were digging a hole near an existing pipeline when they mistakenly caused a leak.
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Security issues: Officials air concerns as 2,700 IDPs reach Punjab
Districts lack adequate screening measures, sources say.
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Promise not fulfilled: Lake City Housing Society deserted a decade after launch
Chief minister urged to take action against the housing society’s management.
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Cop, volunteer shot dead in front of mosque
Khan died on the spot, while Sattar died on way to hospital.