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Indian PM has no mobile phone, email account to hack
The Guardian newspaper reported that US spies eavesdropped on the phone conversations of 35 world leaders.
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Yemen aside, Pakistan worst country in gender parity: World Economic Forum
Global Gender Gap Report ranks Pakistan 135 in a list of 136 countries ranked in terms of male-female equality.
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Double murder at Beijing's Forbidden City: Police
'The violence at the world heritage site was a brawl among employees,' says Beijing police.
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'Dark is Beautiful' movement takes on unfair India
Poster girl of "Dark is Beautiful" campaign, Nandita Das, calls out India's obsession with fair skin a prejudice.
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Indian PM says ready to be questioned by police
Singh says he is happy to be questioned by police over an alleged coal scam.
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UN nuclear agency chief to meet top Iran negotiator
IAEA wants to gain access to sites, officials and documents in Iran for its investigation.
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Germany, France demand 'no-spy' agreement with US
Merkel, whose mobile phone was monitored by NSA, says she wants action from Obama, not just apologetic words.
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Syria troops close in on suburbs hit by chemical attack
Troops have recaptured Hteitit al Turkman, an "important centre for the terrorists", informs a military source.
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Violence against Muslims threatening Myanmar reforms: UN envoy
At least 192 people were killed in June and October 2012 clashes between Rakhine Buddhists and Rohingya Muslims.
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China Tour: Solar energy being given priority, says Shahbaz
A solar energy park is being constructed in Punjab to generate 1,000 megawatts electricity.
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Homebound: No delays in post Hajj flights, says PIA
So far the airline has carried over 14,000 hajjis to the major cities of Pakistan.
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Strikes not mentioned in joint statement
Pakistan secretly endorsed drone strikes, Washington Post report says.
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Energy matters: SDPI advises govt to nix Iran gas project
Report says the gas sold to Pakistan would be much more expensive than domestic gas.
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Tracing troublemakers: Ban imposed on sale, purchase of Afghan SIMs
Step taken following report submitted by NAB to PHC.
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Pakistan accuses India of firing, shelling across LoC
Indian allegedly injured three people in Charwah, Bajwat and other sectors in the Sialkot region.
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Tribute: NUST students celebrate Mundell’s birthday
Work and influence of Nobel Prize-winning economist discussed.
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Seminar: Nuclear deterrence doctrine has failed to curb wars, say experts
Thakur says 'Responsibility to Protect', a 2005 UN initiative to prevent 'mass atrocity crimes,' humanises diplomacy.
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Behind the scenes: Drone strikes will end soon, Obama assures Nawaz
Official says controversial programme may end in ‘a matter of months’ as CIA wipes out remaining high-value...
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Saudi authorities warn of punishment for women drivers
"The concerned authorities will enforce the law against all the violators with firmness and force," says ministry.
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Philippine earthquake creates miles-long rocky wall
A "ground rupture" pushed up a stretch of ground by up to three metres.
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Positive views: Nawaz hopes drones issue to 'settle down' now
Prime Minister says that while India does not want US role on Kashmir, Pakistan wants a third party.
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Spying between friends 'just not done': Merkel
Germany chancellor says such conduct between allies is unacceptable.
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Tributes pour in as singer Manna Dey passes away
India’s legendary singer died due to cardiac failure and renal problem.
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Disappointed with Pakistani PM over ceasefire violation: Manmohan Singh
Rahul Gandhi alleges role of Pakistani agencies in aftermath of Muzzafarnagar riots.
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Former PM Gilani, security officials deny US drone collusion
"We have never allowed Americans to carry out drone attack in the tribal areas," Gilani told news agency.
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Germany summons US envoy over Merkel phone spy claims
Merkel had called US President Obama on Wednesday demanding answers after learning US spies had monitored her phone.
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Indonesia - the capital of Muslim fashion?
As the world’s most populous Muslim country, Indonesia observes religious rules in its fashion industry.
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Police kill boy carrying pellet gun in California: Media
The deputies fired several rounds from their handguns at the boy striking him several times.
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Spy claims send allies complaining to Obama
Washington, while tells allies that its concerns are "legitimate," hardly seems contrite over the activities of NSA.
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Syria chemical disarmament on track as rebel attack causes blackouts
Syria to hand over a plan for destroying chemical arsenal as violence raged unabated on the ground.
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Afghan bomb squads in short supply as Nato prepares to leave
Nato forces' withdrawal, due by the end of next year, foreshadows a loss of know-how for Afghan security forces.
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White House seeks to limit fallout from US-Saudi tensions
US seek to limit any damage to long-standing alliance with Saudi Arabia, in a rift over America's role in Middle East.
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UN envoy says Iran human rights record should not be overlooked amid overtures
UN envoy criticizes Tehran for executing 724 people in 18 months, including dozens just after Rouhani was elected.
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N Korean defectors tell UN probe of horrors of escape
UN investigators hear harrowing evidence from people who fled secretive Stalinist regime.
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China school wall collapse kills two children
Four others were injured.
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Pakistan secretly endorsed drone strikes: Report
A diplomatic memo says a location was hit at the request of Pakistani government.
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Mass transit system: Metro bus project to be funded by Turkish company
Meeting held between the transport department and company’s delegation.
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Indonesian students: Disappearance from IIUI shrouded in mystery
Visas of the four students expired in July, but they did not renew them before vanishing from scene.
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Uptick in ceasefire violations: Pakistan, India troops in ‘worst skirmishes’ since 2003 truce
One Rangers killed, 26 civilians injured as BSF opens fire on working boundary in Sialkot.
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Espionage Charges: PM urged to release Dr Shakil Afridi
Dr Afridi was sentenced to 33 years in prison without giving him an opportunity to defend himself.
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White House meeting: Nawaz raises drones with Obama amid bilateral gains
Both leaders agree to revive strategic dialogue. US confident in Pakistan's nuclear security.
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Pakistan offers more apparel options for Asian skin than India: Honey Waqar
Designer feels that despite the cultural similarities, Pakistani clothing complements Asians better.
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Chubby Prince George shown off at royal christening
The ceremony welcomes Prince George into the Church of England, which he is destined to lead as future king.
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Strategic dialogue key to Pakistan-US ties: Nawaz tells Biden
Biden praised the Premier’s role in promoting peace and stability in the region.
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Pakistan bans three extremist outfits, on orders from China
Insurgent groups originally hail from outside Pakistan.
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British couple jailed for rape, trafficking of deaf-mute Pakistani girl
Ilyas Ashar, 84, was jailed for 13 years while his wife Talat, 68, was jailed for five years.
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Pakistani documentary scores big at Delhi Film Festival
The 16-minute documentary highlights the reasons behind honour killings in Pakistan.
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Suicide bombers, gunmen kill 28 in Iraq
Violence in Iraq has reached a level not seen since 2008.
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British royal dynasty set for George's christening
3 generations of future British kings will gather at St James's Palace for the low-key christening of Prince George.
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Pakistan, India accuse each other of LoC violations
Accusations fly across Line of Control as often as alleged firing and mortar shelling.

















































