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Gulf states deflecting from domestic 'realities': Iran
The Gulf Cooperation Council reiterated its allegation of Iranian "interference" in some of their internal issues.
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Stability in Afghanistan vital for Pakistan: Khar
Foreign Minister Hina Rabbani says that Pakistan was actively contributing towards rebuilding Afghanistan.
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Iran arrests 20 for 'disruptive acts' following quake
Those arrested reportedly include members of the ostracised Bahai minority.
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India, China to resume joint military exercises
Joint military exercises between India and China will be resumed after a four-year gap.
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Reshuffle: Sayeeda Warsi loses job as co-chair of Conservative Party
Warsi had requested British PM Cameron to let her maintain her post.
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‘Revolutionary’ claim: Can we predict floods? Yes, says American climatologist
Craig Dremann offers to revolutionise Pakistan’s weather forecasting system.
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Iran could strike US Middle East bases if Israel attacks: Hezbollah
"American bases in the whole region could be Iranian targets," warns Nasrallah.
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Stability in Afghanistan is vital for Pakistan: Khar
Region needs an Afghan-led and Afghan-owned reconciliation process, where the Afghans define the contours, says Khar.
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Iranian gas will start flowing from December 2014: Dr Asim Hussain
Construction on the 750mcfgd Iran-Pakistan Gas Pipeline Project will start from December 2012 .
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Sun Myung Moon: Messianic leader and business mogul
Unification Church founder Moon died at age of 92 on September 3.
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US suspends training of Afghan local police force
The ALP is involved in rogue shootings which is damaging trust between Afghan and its allies.
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India lower house passes sexual harassment bill
Sexual harassment is a rampant problem in India where more and more women are joining workforce: Activists
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Indian doctor arrested over alleged militant plot
Police, who made more than a dozen arrests, say they had foiled the alleged assassination plan.
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Australia says Karzai 'wrong' on Afghan operation
Australian Defence Minister says Australia was disappointed by Karzai's comments.
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Chinese 'blind spot' for Western readers
Hong-Kong based Harvey Thomlinson founded Make-Do Publishing to produce quality Chinese, Asian literature in English.
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Massacre trial exposes inconvenient truth for India's BJP
The verdict is also a blow to the BJP's best hope for prime minister, Narendra Modi, chief minister of Gujarat.
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World not giving Iran nuclear 'red line': Israel PM
Israel PM says Iran doesn't see determination from the international community to stop its nuclear programme.
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Pakistan was privy to Bin Laden’s hiding: Book
Clinton made it clear that preserving Pak-US amity was not a priority when it came to getting bin Laden.
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Shift in policy?: Army chief to make ‘historic’ Moscow trip
Kayani will become the first army chief to undertake official visit to Russia.
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Drone strike kills five suspected militants in Yemen
According to officials, the strike took place in the city of Radaa on a vehicle, believed to be carrying militants.
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Egypt's first veiled news anchor appears on state TV
Fatma Nabil made her first appearance on the Channel 1 midday broadcast, wearing a black suit,a cream-coloured scarf.
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An ill-considered decision
Cancellation of the London Metropolitan University’s right to admit students will have serious repercussions.
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OBL raid: Pentagon, ex-SEAL at odds over new book
The US Defence Department says author violated non-disclosure agreements.
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Iran, North Korea agree to cooperate in science, technology
The two countries will cooperate in research, student exchanges,joint laboratories, renewable energy and other fields.
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Court of arbitration closes hearings into Kishenganga dam
International Court of Arbitration to render award in the arbitration within six months.
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China says South Asia ties 'no threat to third party'
India has expressed concerns about Beijing's influence in Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan.
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Pentagon, ex-SEAL at odds over book on bin Laden raid
The former Navy commando wrote No Easy Day under a pseudonym, Mark Owen.
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Syria clashes rage as safe havens plea fails
Clashes erupted while rebels attacked Abu Zohur air base in Idlib province on the border.
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Death toll in China mine blast rises to 43
The death toll matches that from a blast at a mine in November last year.
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Twin suicide attack on NATO Afghan base kills 12
The number of wounded is so high that it can hardly be counted, said police officials.
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Deadline looms: Clinton to present report on Haqqani network status
The law empowers the secretary to designate a terrorist organisation.
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Thawing relations: Indian foreign minister due next week
SM Krishna will hold talks with Hina Rabbani during his three-day trip.
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Conditional diplomacy: ‘Proper atmosphere’ needed for Pakistan visit: Indian PM
Singh’s remarks came a day after he met President Zardari on the sidelines of the NAM Summit in the Iranian capital.
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New York priest says child often seducer in sex abuse cases
The Roman Catholic priest then later apologised for his remarks.
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Malaysian transsexuals challenge cross-dressing law
The complainant says the law infringes on their rights enshrined in the federal constitution.
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Russia says Iran's nuclear power plant fully operational
Russian-built Bushehr plant was delayed for years, UN inspectors more concerned about enrichment facilities.
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Pakistan proposes ad-hoc working group for NAM
President Zardari calls for greater unity among NAM members to deny space for unilateral actions.
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Liberal visa regime with India finalised, may be signed soon: Malik
Interior minister says Pakistan wants friendly relations with India, sometimes going out of way to ensure this.
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Zardari discusses bilateral issues with Iran’s Supreme Leader
Zardari meets Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei on sidelines of NAM summit in Iran, discuss Afghanistan situation.
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Tsunami warning lifted for Japan, Taiwan after 7.9 quake
Warning remains in effect for Philippines, Indonesia and Belau.
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Three killed in US shopping center shooting: Report
Store employees were apparently stocking shelves when the gunman entered.
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‘Unforgettable Diana’ honoured at Paris shrine
Diana is a figure of inspiration for all of us. She brings me comfort and strength, says a metalworker.
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Two Afghan children beheaded in separate incidents
Latest brazen attacks that have raised fresh questions about a splintering Taliban.
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Indian politicians get life term for involvement in Gujarat riots
Former state minister sentenced to 28 years in prison; Bajrang Dal leader to remain in jail for the rest of his life.
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UN ups pressure on Iran over nuclear activities
UN inspectors want to see part of military base in Parchin, outside Tehran, suspected of hosting tests of explosives.
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Turkey demands Syria safe havens as UN meets
The Security Council remains bitterly divided over how to deal with the 17-month-old conflict.
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No charges for deaths of terrorism suspects: US Justice Department
Human rights activists criticize Justice Department decision.
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India posts 5.5% quarterly growth, beats forecasts
Central Reserve Bank of India warns country's economic prospects unlikely to improve significantly in the near-term.
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Death toll in China mine blast rises to 37
Emergency crews pulled 34 bodies from mine, another three workers were rescued but later died of their injuries.
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Pentagon threatens legal action over bin Laden book
The letter, addressed to Mark Owen identified two separate non-disclosure agreements he signed with the Navy.

















































