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Moon sighted: Saudi Arabia, Waziristan to celebrate Eid today
Several other Arab states, parts of tribal areas, mark end of Ramazan as well.
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‘Insufficient evidence’: ATC acquits three suspects in attack on polio team
Six health workers were killed on December 19 in Peshawar, Charsadda and Karachi.
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Curbing malpractice: Drug inspectors get greater autonomy to prohibit fake meds
Rested with full authority to register FIRs against producers and sellers of counterfeit drugs.
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Henious crime: PHC rejects bail of accused in acid attack case
The burned victim was taken to Khyber Teaching Hospital.
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Attacks thwarted: Three bombs defused in Bannu
Explosives planted outside officials’ residences weighed 3kg each.
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CM calls for better border control to prevent refugees from returning
Says it is the federal government’s responsibility to control the border.
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Nowshera killings: Two arrested in dumped bodies case
The accused brothers were arrested from Langar village in Khwazakhlea tehsil.
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Aftermath: Five days on, parts of the city still four feet under
Residents claim municipal authorities yet to clear roads, officials say they are doing their best.
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Constables on contract: Community police officers out of pocket but still on duty
Remain unpaid since June when their six-month employment extension came to an end.
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Islamic College University: ICU teachers unite against VC appointment
Say the position must be given to someone from within the institution.
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Tackling the energy crisis: Foreign companies expected to invest $30 billion in K-P
Senior chartered accountant says work is underway to attract foreign investment.
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Polio: Another polio case reported from N Waziristan
In 18 out of 24 cases the child had not received any vaccination.
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Averting threats: Traffic diverted from bazaars, mosques in wake of Eid
Qissa Khawani Bazaar closed for all vehicles, policemen deployed in plain clothes.
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DI Khan jailbreak: Investigation team summons 12 senior officials
Home department authorities say over 100 officials have been interrogated so far.
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Health funding: Govt promises health insurance in four districts
Every member of a family will receive Rs25,000 annually.
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Attempt foiled: Peace committee members prevent school explosion
Assistant Political Agent Asad Sarwar said he was informed about heavy firing on the outskirts of Khar.
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Pre-election blast: Bail granted to suspect in attack on PTI candidate
The bail was granted to the accused on the condition of producing two surety bonds and Rs200,000.
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Doubling up: Evening shifts at Khar College give more youth a shot at education
Governor approves second run to facilitate students on waiting lists.
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Prolonged power cuts: Residents of College Town block road in protest
Disperse after assurances of resumption of electricity by evening.
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Vigorous checks: Governor inspects FATA line departments
Diagnostic equipment installed for TB patients, paramedics being trained.
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Precautionary measures: Army deployed at city’s central jail
Police deployments doubled, parking spaces relocated.
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Unwelcome guests: Jirga imposes ban on renting houses to Afghan refugees
Participants claim crimes in the area have increased due to their presence.
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Overcoming obstacles: UET concerned over delays in awarding engineering degrees
It was decided that students studying at the Kohat campus should be taught required courses not previously offered.
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Taken to task Four: PDMA officials suspended for alleged misappropriation
Accused of peculating Ramazan food packages sent for IDPs at Jalozai Camp.
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Basic facilities: Health minister blames corruption for K-P’s scant resources
Assures medical staff will be hired to fill all vacant posts by mid-August.
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Working group recommendations: K-P government approves health sector reforms
Suggestions include decentralisation of authority, revamping health bodies, instituting a drug regulatory authority.
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Private bank branch blown up in Mardan
The bomb exploded in a crowded Takht Bhai Bazaar but fortunately there was no loss of life.
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Four women among five bodies found in gunny bags in Nowshera, Charsadda
Five bodies were found in two separate incidents in Azakhel, Nowshera and Prang, Charsadda on Tuesday.
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Army deployed at Peshawar Central Jail
Jail authorities have been asked to stay on alert for the next 24 hours.
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BISE results: Jinnah College clinches top three positions
Girls outperform boys in Abbottabad.
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Aiding the needy: PHC orders release of Zakat funds
The court also sought a report regarding Zakat communities dissolved before the general elections.
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By-polls 2013: NA-1 to bear testament to govt performance
Ghulam Bilour up against the relatively inexperienced Gul Badshah.
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Recruitment concerns: Court halts appointment of CEOs for four state-run hospitals
Petitioner argues hiring mechanism employed by K-P govt is ‘illegal’.
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Gunned down: Tribal elder killed in central Kurram
Azeem Khan Masozai had returned home two months ago after spending years in IDP camps.
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Dry days: Projects in the pipeline for water in the pipes
Solar powered motors, water tanks being installed for new schemes in Khyber.
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Marginalised community: Forced to dance to a different tune
There are an estimated 2,000 eunuchs in Peshawar.
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Disastrous management: Two years on, inaction haunts K-P as more losses feared
Calls for an early warning system at strategic locations to ensure timely action.
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Fazlur Rehman not letting PTI negotiate with Taliban: Pervez Khattak
Says JUI-F chief is trying to instigate the Taliban against Imran Khan by calling him a Jewish agent.
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Relationship between Taliban, police that of batsman and bowler: IG K-P
We’re the batsmen as they keep bowling. Sometimes we score a six, other times we lose a wicket, says IG.
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Rs3.2 million missing after bank robbery
Three more robbers were gunned down while they were trying to escape in a cab.
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Court wants spy agencies to submit affidavit of denial
Relatives say they should at least be told if the missing person is alive.
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Extortion threats: School owner’s house attacked third time
Initial investigation revealed the extortionists are making their way from Mohmand Agency.
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Results announced: 76% students clear Intermediate Board exams in Swat
Boys clench top three positions in science group.
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Rain-washed: KKH cleared, Babusar Road blocked by landslides
The inclement weather has also resulted in the cancellation of flights between Islamabad and Gilgit.
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Assembly notes: 66 days in power but no promised change in sight
A determined opposition has already started criticising the govt’s performance .
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In Khan’s shadow: Adjournment motion planned against Imran’s participation in govt meetings
ANP finds Imran Khan’s attendance in administrative affairs ‘unethical’.
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Gekko greed: Pets or lab animals, leopard geckos continue to be exported unchecked
With few native breeding grounds, voracious hunting thins out the reptile population .
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Power woes: Only 50% repair work completed at Sheikh Muhammadi Grid Station
PESCO is using the Warsak dam and Daudkhel power supply line as alternatives to cope with the shortage.
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DI Khan residents pledge support behind police
Speakers criticise the K-P Minister of Revenue Ali Amin Gandapur for his comments on the jailbreak.
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By-polls 2013: ANP gathers support for joint opposition bloc
PML-N likely to join united fight against Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf.