Failure to acquire CNICs and lapses in house count major reasons for disqualification.

President meets Iranian interior minister, says cooperation needed.

Separate talks held with US, Saudis and Chinese as Kayani cancels UK visit.

UN rapid assessment shows most have lost their livelihoods; figures likely to grow.

PM Gilani condemns ‘propaganda blitz’ in policy statement; Kayani meets Centcom chief, Khar stays on the offensive.

ECP and NADRA reveal staggering figures for 2008 general election.

Cancellation of US trip spares Rs50 million per day.

Policing remains one of the most contentious issues.

PM cancels trip to New York, foreign minister to represent Pakistan at UN.

Only two parties send high-level delegations, none present any proposals.