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Lebanon army arrests commander of militant group loyal to al Qaeda
The group claimed a twin suicide attack against the Iranian embassy in Beirut, killing 25 people.
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Three-day trip: President to begin China visit on 18th
President Mamnoon will hold summit-level talks with President Xi Jinping during the visit.
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Howzat?: Indian superstars Dhoni, Raina caught in spot-fixing net
The committee also found that Gurunath Meiyappan was in regular touch with bookies and punters.
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Afghanistan to release 65 'dangerous' Taliban prisoners
US forces said prisoners were "legitimate force protection concern" for both Afghan, international forces.
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Pakistan hopes for CERN membership
The government wants to extend cooperation with CERN in fields of cancer treatment and sustainable energy.
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Polio returns to Afghan capital after 13 years
It is not clear whether the girl had contracted the virus in Kabul or Pakistan, says Afghan official.
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Military plane crashes in Algeria, 103 dead: Algerian TV
99 passengers and four crew members die when a C-130 Hercules aircraft crashes in eastern Algeria.
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Milestone: China and Taiwan hold historic talks
China and Taiwan hold their first govt-to-govt talks since they split 65 years ago after a brutal civil war.
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India to celebrate 'victory over polio'
India has gone 3 years without a new case, which means it will soon be certified as having wiped out the scourge.
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UAE to use drones for government services
Services would initially include delivery of identity cards, driving licenses and other permits.
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Renewing cooperation: Kabul, Islamabad agree to bolster border controls
Decide to check cross-border incursions by militants, human and drug smugglers.
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US weighs drone strike against American in Pakistan: Reports
The American is allegedly part of al Qaeda network and plotting attacks against the United States.
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Line extension: Pakistan looks for $10 billion oil credit facility
Asks Saudi Arabia, Kuwait to extend the timeframe for deferred payments.
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Gas supply: IP pipeline still not shelved, says government
Petroleum minister awards exploration blocks to OGDC and PPL.
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TVs, cars, computers linked to obesity in poor nations
In Canada, about 25 percent of the population is obese and in the United States, about 35 percent of people are obese.
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Afghan election — an exercise in futility?
Confronted with such enormous challenges, race for electing new helpless leader of country would carry no conviction.
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Pakistan to train Iraqi air force, provide air craft
Pakistan would also provide Super Mushshak trainer aircraft to Iraq.
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Iran claims to have tested two new missiles
The new ballistic missile could "evade anti-missile systems" and was capable of "great destruction."
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Pakistan, Afghanistan to initiate joint commission on border management
Both the sides will work together for the enhancement of visa regulations for facilitation of ‘genuine travellers’.
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Bomb kills two American contractors in Afghan capital Kabul
A US official, speaking on condition of anonymity, said the slain contractors were American.
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Iran agrees to explain nuclear detonators to UN
Iran agrees to tackle IAEA suspicions that its nuclear work prior to 2003 had 'possible military dimensions'
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US to unveil $300m in Afghan aid
The programs are being rolled out by the US Agency for International Development.
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Hundreds evacuated from Syria's Homs on eve of talks
The evacuation of around 600 of the 3,000 trapped people came as representatives from both sides converged on Geneva.
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Tennessee judge who ordered name change for baby Messiah fired
Judge had ordered a baby's name changed from Messiah to Martin, saying the former was reserved for Jesus Christ.
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US, French presidents call for 'ambitious' climate change deal
Obama and Hollande call for support to reduce greenhouse gas emissions through concrete actions.
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Iran slams Pakistan over soldiers’ abduction
Jaish-ul Adl has said it was behind the kidnapping in the province of Sistan-Baluchestan.
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Post draw-down: Regional stability hinges on stable Afghanistan
Pakistan to stay out of internal affairs of Afghanistan, presidential elections: Aziz.
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Condolence reference: Wakhi linguist, poet remembered
Dr Lashkarbekov, noted linguist and historian died of lung failure after undergoing heart surgery in Moscow last week.
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Tussle: Great game of gas politics
Govt must take a bold decision on energy import like the EU did.
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Investor confidence: Swedish fund to open research office in Pakistan
Asset management firm has already pumped $100m into equity market.
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Afghanistan 2014: Consequences for Pakistan
'In best of circumstances, we will be faced with influx of another 2 million refugees,' says former diplomat Shaikh.
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Bilateral relations: Shahbaz lauds Saudi support for Pakistan
CM hopes for stronger ties at luncheon for Saudi delegates.
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Saudi-Pak defence ties discussed
General Raheel Sharif calls on Deputy Defence Minister of Saudi Arabia Prince Salman Bin Sultan al Saud.
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Kashmir dispute: UN ready to mediate between India, Pakistan
'Our good offices are available if both sides were to request that,' PTI quotes acting deputy spokesperson for the UN.
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Career portal: Job search for finance professionals made easy
Careers websites, ACCA Careers and eFinancialCareers Gulf have forged a partnership.
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Celebrating Pak-China friendship: Musical evening heralds the arrival of spring
Chinese envoy, local politicians reaffirm cooperation.
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Phasing out: Maruti halts production of iconic small car
Decision taken to meet auto emission standards to cut pollution.
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The culture of reading
Crowds at the fair were huge, as large as at one of India’s religious festivals and the atmosphere was as uplifting.
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US would overthrow Iranian government if it could: media
Iran says Israel’s atomic arsenal threatens peace.
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Lauding negotiations: Kabul welcomes peace talks in Pakistan
Urges Afghan Taliban to follow in the footsteps of their Pakistani counterparts.
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Magazine burnt over Hindu terror claims
Was burnt in protest against an article that linked deadly attacks on Muslims to Hindu nationalist leader.
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Afghanistan to open consulate in Lahore
New Afghan envoy says opening of consulate will further promote trade and culture ties between the two countries.
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Iran-Pakistan ties: Boosting bilateral cooperation for improved trade, security
Speakers from the two countries spell out ways for regional peace.
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Electioneering: Election fever grips Afghanistan as candidates hold debates
Independent Election Commission has allowed presidential campaigning for two months.
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Court battle: German court rejects JS Bank’s claims
Quashes its own injunction against Transparency International.
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Bilateral trade: Industry wary as govt prepares to give market access to India
Believes cheap Indian drugs will lead to closure of pharma plants.
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Twitter notes 22% jump in account information requests from governments
While US tops list of countries seeking information, Pakistan made less than 10 requests for less than 10 accounts.
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French judges want Sarkozy heard in kickbacks probe: lawyer
French investigators suspect a web of corruption behind the 1994 sale of submarines to Pakistan.
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US military canine 'in Afghan Taliban custody'
Video posted on Facebook shows the dog wearing a black vest with pouches for equipment.
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Top US diplomat for Europe says sorry for cursing the EU
US officials point finger at Russia for allegedly bugging the Nuland's phones and refuse to go into details.

















































