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PIA pilot jailed for nine months in Britain
The father-of-two was found to have three times the legal amount of alcohol in his blood.
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Nov 21 drone hit: Sartaj shares govt anguish over drones with US ambassador
Foreign Office statement confirms that children were also killed in the attack.
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Serious business: $1.5m in the kitty, month after month
Memons in the windy city give Karachi ‘committee’ lunches a run for their money.
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US-Afghan security pact triggers controversy
Karzai admits to deep mistrust between the two countries, suggests signing of BSA after presidential polls.
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International moot: Problems faced by the disabled universal
Concluding session of three-day conference highlights challenges.
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Internet founder warns growing surveillance 'threatens democracy'
China, Russia, Saudi Arabia and Pakistan are among the worst offenders for censoring politically-sensitive web content
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Afghans deliberate over granting extension to US forces beyond 2014
Karzai admits to deep mistrust between the two countries, suggests BSA should be signed after presidential elections.
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Afghanistan rebuffs US demand on signing security deal
Washington warned Kabul on Thursday to act quickly to sign the Bilateral Security Agreement.
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Not a bright horizon for India’s democracy
In states where there is a third party, both BJP and Congress are finding it difficult to enthuse the electorate.
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Man of Pakistani origin, two sons found dead in New York district
Police are looking for the missing mother of the two boys.
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Pakistan conveys 'deep concerns' to the US over Hangu drone strike
Government demands 'immediate cessation' of drone strikes by US.
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Containing inflation: IMF backs State Bank's new monetary policy
International Monetary Fund says the new monetary policy will also help build up foreign exchange reserves.
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Mission accomplished: Afghan negotiators wrap up tour on a high note
Team given access to Mullah Baradar.
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Comment: EPL’s finest vie for England’s biggest prize
Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, Manchester City, Manchester United, Tottenham can beat any club team on their day.
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Pakistani arrested at UK airport with heroin, charged with smuggling, remanded
Syed Shahrukh Shah has been remanded into custody by a Leeds Magistrates' Court till December 5.
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More people to people contact between India-Pakistan needed: Indian envoy
Indian high commissioner says there is need for process-based approach to take relations forward in a positive way.
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New Japan islet created during Pacific volcano eruption
Japan's coastguard verified the birth of the islet around the Ogasawara island chain.
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Saudi police arrest 2 over 'free hugs'
Two men were waving banners marked "Free Hug," which led to the religious police arresting them.
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Four Britons die fighting in Syria: report
Between 200 and 300 young Britons have travelled to fight in Syria, estimates MI5.
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Getting the boys together: Monty Python to reunite for one last hurrah
Cult comedy troupe to re-unite for a live one-off show in London in July next year.
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Iraq car bomb kills 30 as year's death toll tops 5,800
Rise in unrest has forced officials to appeal for intl help in fighting the country's worst bloodshed since 2008.
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Karzai says doesn't trust US, but needs security pact
The pact defines the shape of US military presence after a 2014 draw down of multinational Nato force.
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Top Indian magazine embroiled in sex assault scandal
Editor admits sexually assaulting a colleague, says he would step aside for six months as 'penance.'
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Bangladesh makes "exceptional health" progress despite poverty
The rate of women dying in childbirth has dropped by 75 per cent since 1980.
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South Asian issues: India, Pakistan blamed for stunting Saarc growth
Call for fast tracking collaboration, easing visa facilities, opening up land routes for trade .
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Principal of Pakistani school in Saudi Arabia suspended on corruption charges
School’s Director Administration Imran Raza Khan has been appointed as the new principal.
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Drone campaign: US ready to call a timeout, says Aziz
Says Washington assured Islamabad that the campaign will be suspended during future negotiations with TTP.
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US-Afghanistan reach deal on final text of security pact: Kerry
Per the draft of the agreement, US will be allowed use of facilities at nine locations in Afghanistan
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Power development: Saudi company to set up solar energy project
AEC to also provide 200,000 water meters to Karachi.
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One step closer: ADB selected transaction adviser on TAPI pipeline
Participating countries to set up jointly-owned pipeline company
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Afghan peace negotiators extend stay in Pakistan for talks with Mullah Baradar: Sources
Unclear if negotiators have met with former Taliban commander Mullah Baradar, but have extended stay by another day.
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World powers, Iran make new attempt to reach nuclear deal
Israeli PM Netanyahu pushes for tougher terms after failing to convince US not to pursue deal.
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Country of educated people is real superpower, says Malala
Teenage activist receives European Union’s Sakharov Prize, dedicates it to Pakistan’s unsung heroes.
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Spate of Baghdad blasts kill 24
At least seven explosions, including six car bombs, hit Shia Muslim neighbourhoods of the Iraqi capital.
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Walt Disney's daughter dies, aged 79
She was a renowned philanthropist and crucial in creating the Walt Disney Concert Hall.
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US top court won't block restrictive Texas abortion law
Group of women and doctors from state asked US Supreme Court to at least temporarily block law's application.
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US rules out Afghanistan 'apology' in security talks
'There is not a need for the US to apologize to Afghanistan. Quite the contrary,' says US National Security Advisor.
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China sends rescuers to Philippines after criticism over aid
Foreign ministry spokesman Lei says first batch of Chinese Red Cross relief workers will depart for Philippines today.
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Million-dollar gold stash found in aircraft toilet
Cleaners working on commercial plane in India found 24 gold bars worth more than $1 million in toilet compartment.
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High-stakes Iran nuclear talks to resume
Geneva meeting takes place amid heightened tensions after twin suicide bombings outside Iranian embassy in Beirut.
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Iran gas pipeline: ‘US refuses to exempt project from sanctions’
Pakistan moves ahead with TAPI project after being assured it will not have to arrange the needed funds.
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Security concerns: Pakistan, Iran discuss border incidents
Both sides agree to work under existing mechanisms for security.
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Special workshop: People need education on disabled’s rights
Four South Asian countries agree on enhanced capacity building measures.
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Saudi Arabia deports 60,000 foreigners in crackdown on illegals
The crackdown on illegals has been marred by clashes that killed four people earlier this month.
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Afghanistan, US solve security pact impasse
Officials at the White House Tuesday said they would not comment on any presidential correspondence.
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UN, US, Russia condemn Beirut blast
Moscow called for punishing those responsible for fomenting violence in the volatile region.
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India launches first bank exclusively for women
Savings accounts, but not loans, will be available to men.
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High turnout as Nepal voters defy bombing, threats
A bombing in the capital Kathmandu early Tuesday injured three children.
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Released from Bagram, six Pakistanis held in incommunicado detention, claim lawyers
All six Pakistanis are being held incommunicado by the govt, denied access to lawyers or family, claim legal counsels.
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Iran accuses Israel of being behind Beirut bombings
At least 23 people were killed and almost 150 wounded in the blast.

















































