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Free Syrian Army fires military chief over leadership 'paralysis'
Rebel coalition says its military council had decided to replace Idriss with Brigadier General Abdel al-Ilah al-Bachir
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South Korea 'shocked' as citizens killed in Egypt bus bombing
It was the first attack on tourists since the ouster of president Mohamed Morsi by the army.
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188 trapped in S African illegal gold mine
Police say those rescued will be arrested for illegal mining and trespassing.
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Open door policy: Karzai pleads for route to India via Pakistan
Indian foreign minister says issue of MFN status must be resolved.
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Survey findings: Pakistanis warmer towards India
Pildat poll shows that people of both the countries regard the other as ‘the least friendly nation’.
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Contingency plans: US seeks C Asia bases for Pakistan drone operations
Considering relocating unmanned fleet to countries like Tajikistan.
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Growing violence: Saudi grand mufti’s decree sought on suicide attacks
Official says govt requested Imam-e-Kaaba’s help to control unrest.
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Energy trade: CASA-1000 feasible for Pakistan, says Tajik ambassador
Claims project is ready for implementation.
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Plane carrying 18 people missing in Nepal: officials
Heavy rain hampers efforts to search for the plane, with two helicopters forced to turn back because of bad weather.
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New labour laws: Around 4,000 Pakistanis languish in Saudi detention centres
Pakistani men say Arab sponsors demand hefty amount to sign papers without which they cannot have residence permits.
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No fair trial: Govt to take Afzal Guru’s execution to Hague court
Indian govt executed the freedom fighter on Feb 9 2013 for allegedly masterminding attack on Indian Parliament in 2001
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Reconciliation in Afghanistan — reality or illusion?
Karzai’s unilateral efforts retard,than advance process by proceeding down a path that previously proved treacherous.
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Saudi Crown Prince Salman arrives in Pakistan
The two sides will discuss ways to increase export of Pakistan's labour force to Saudi Arabia.
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Mutual cooperation: Pakistan, Egypt to strengthen bilateral ties
A memorandum of understanding for cooperation in the field of tourism was signed by the two countries.
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Latest peace overtures indicate Afghan Taliban’s change of heart
Agha Jan Mutasim says will soon announce address for intra-Afghan dialogue.
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‘Principled’ stance: New Delhi CM resigns over graft bill row
Quits after just 49 days, the shortest tenure any govt in Delhi has ever had.
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Travesty of democracy
It is becoming increasingly common for the state leaders to resort to violence at the drop of a hat.
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US Congressmen told about Pakistan's concerns on regional security
US Congress House Appropriations Committee chairman meets with finance minister, foreign secretary.
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US willing to help comatose Shahzaib as his family ‘considers their options’
US Department of State says they are working with the Islamabad office and Pakistani mission to facilitate Shahzaib.
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Once upon a time in China: Kerry greets Jinping on Valentine's Day
Kerry started his Valentine's Day visit with discussions with Xi at the Great Hall of the People.
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Male, female or custom? Facebook's new gender options
Facebook users could opt to be referred to as "he/him" or "she/her," or by a neutral "they/their" choice.
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Indian blind team in Pakistan wants to win hearts
A 17-man Indian squad arrives here on Friday to play a series of three Twenty20s.
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After a 30-year stay, Afghans begin vacating Mattani refugee camp
28 families leave for Afghanistan, five others to be moved soon.
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Comatose abroad: US ready to extend Shahzaib’s visa, says FO
An online appeal created by Shahzaib’s brother raised more than $19,000.
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8th Trilateral Summit: Fail-safe mechanism eyed for Kabul security
FMs of Turkey, Pakistan to visit Afghanistan after elections.
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NDMA status to India will hurt Pakistani farmers
Indian agriculture heavily subsidised, lament farmer groups.
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Bulleh Shah for Uddhav Thackeray
These could be voices of those wanting peace between Pakistan & India. Mr Thackeray, yours is on wrong side of fence.
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Saudi crown prince to visit for business, defence cooperation talks
Pakistan's reservations over the BSA and use of Afghan soil extend to drone strikes as well.
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Thumbs up: Pakistan meets criteria for CERN
The membership will open doors for more opportunities for the Pakistani scientists.
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Comatose Pakistani student's family raise funds for treatment in US
Online appeal on site gofundme.com created by Shahzaib's brother raised more than $20,000 of its $100,000 target.
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Yemen gunmen kidnap British teacher: Security official
The teacher, whose identity has not been revealed, works for the American education and training organisation AMIDEAST
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Russia says its UN draft on Syria aid has no sanctions
Russian foreign minister says original draft by Western and Arab states is an ultimatum and has threats of sanctions.
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Bagram prison: US anger as Afghanistan releases 65 'insurgents'
Release of the Bagram prisoners is set to further worsen the bitter relationship between Kabul and Washington.
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Shahzaib Bajwa's family facilitated in best possible way: Foreign Office
FO spokesperson says family of comatose Pakistani exchange student in US was issued visas on one-day notice.
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Afghan, Pakistan leaders in fresh round of Turkey talks
They are expected to discuss security in Afghanistan after NATO troop pullout and efforts to negotiate with Taliban.
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Taking cue from Pakistan: Afghan Taliban signal willingness to talk peace
Senior Taliban leaders made the announcement after meeting in Dubai.
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Tanzania adventure: Sister-brother duo scale Mount Kilimanjaro
Samina Baig, Mirza Ali to climb the Puncak Jaya peak in Indonesia next.
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Trade resumes across LoC
The decision to release all the drivers across the Line of Control was jointly taken on a humanitarian basis, sources.
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Note of optimism: TTP as anxious as govt for positive result, says PM
Nawaz says talks should proceed without deadlines.
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Indian delegation’s visit proving fruitful
Expresses surprise at infrastructure development in Pakistan.
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Attacks on press: Pakistan remains one of the most dangerous countries for journalists
5 journalists were killed for their work in Pakistan in 2013. 28 journalists were killed in Syria during the year.
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Visa row: US authorities intent on repatriating comatose Pakistani student
Shahzaib Bajwa had suffered a traffic accident in November 2013, but his visa is now expiring.
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Indian commerce minister cancels Pakistan visit
“I don’t want to land up there to find they have not moved forward on their commitments,” says Sharma.
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Pakistan's General Maqsood Ahmed new UN military advisor
Military advisor is responsible for providing military advice to Under-Secretary-General for Peacekeeping Operations.
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Kenya charges 70 for being members of al Shahbaab
Police arrest 129 suspects, but release 21 for being minors, and a further 33 for lack of evidence.
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Protests called 3 years after Bahrain's crushed uprising
Main opposition group al Wefaq is calling for strike and rally to commemorate February 14 uprising.
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Brazil journalist hurt in Rio protest dies
Furious Brazilians protest over poor public services while country spends billions to host World Cup in 2016.
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Gulf-Russia talks to focus on Syria: Kuwait
Russia is key supporter of regime of President Bashar al Assad while GCC states back rebels bidding to oust him.
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Violence in Iraq's Anbar displaces up to 300,000: UN
Displaced Iraqis join more than 1.1 million compatriots who fled violence and have still not returned to their homes.
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China detains man for spreading "panic" with bird flu rumours
China has reported more than 120 human H7N9 cases this year, including at least 31 deaths.

















































