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Land disputes: Four men killed in separate incidents
Iftikhar and Said Aksar were engaged in a dispute over the distribution of agricultural land.
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Kashmir settlement: Sultan makes global plea for help
Sultan says he will continue raising the Kashmir question at the international level.
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In the line of duty: AJK soldier laid to rest
The funeral prayers of martyred soldier were attended by officers of Pakistan army.
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Germany’s special envoy: Peace hinges on cooperation, says Koch
Koch says his country supports the military operation and Afghanistan should extend support to Pakistan.
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Airshow: Airbus undecided on A330neo launch
Airbus has drawn up plans to revamp its biggest-selling wide-body passenger jet.
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Strike alert: Greece orders employees back to work
Demand seeks to end a rolling stoppage launched by employees of the state-controlled Public Power Corporation.
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Risky move: Egypt raises fuel prices to slash subsidies
State spends more than 30% of its budget on fuel and food subsidies.
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Another two Gazans killed by Israel drone: Medical sources
Witnesses said fatalities were militants but those wounded were civilians.
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Security forces arrest 9 suspected terrorists in multiple raids
Six suspects held in DI Khan and Muzaffargarh, 3 in DG Khan.
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We need to survive the digital age
Even the Central Intelligence Agency, one of the world’s top spy agencies, got itself a Twitter account recently.
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Justice Mulk takes oath as chief justice
Justice Nasirul Mulk was sworn in as the 22nd chief justice of Pakistan.
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NSA eavesdropping: PPP lodges protest with US ambassador
In a letter to Richard Olson, party seeks compensation.
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Original design: China persuaded to stick to Gwadar route, says JUI-F chief
Says it will result in bringing economic dividends to Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa.
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Poll rigging chorus: Former CJ to take legal action against Imran
Decision prompted by allegations levelled by PTI chief against Iftikhar Chaudhry.
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A blot on the electoral record: Minister, ECP officials silent on magnetic ink
No action taken against presiding officers using incorrect stamp pads.
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Commiserating with people: Imran says he will spend Eid with IDPs
Says both federal and K-P govts will have to solve the problems of the internally displaced persons.
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Pakistan Ramazan: Show-off destroys virtue, says Noorani
Good deeds should be for attaining acceptance of Allah Almighty instead of gaining popularity, he says.
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Dengue treatment: 62 doctors to receive special training
“A health education programme at PGMI is underway to train doctors"
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Welcome relief: 10.5% raise in loom workers’ wages
DCO said the increase in the power loom workers’ wages was imperative due to the prevailing price hike and inflation.
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No benefit of doubt: DNA tests must in rape probes says IGP
The IGP has directed city police officers and district police officers to conduct a probe.
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Mosque minaret collapse kills woman
Musarrat Bibi and her daughter-in-law Samina were buried under the debris of the roof of their house.
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Family dispute: Man kills step-mother, another woman
The bodies were taken to Civil Hospital, Khairpur
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Clans clash: Nine people injured over ‘Rs200’
Four of the injured were said to be in critical condition.
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Fatal collision: Eight killed, 11 others injured in accident
Three passengers died on the spot while the other five succumbed to injuries on way to the hospital.
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Progress report: Waziristan IDPs to receive cash via SIMs from tomorrow
Prime minister briefed that over 44,000 families left North Waziristan.
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PML-N eyes bigger federal cabinet
Half a dozen or more fresh faces to be added to list of state officials.
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Missing persons remains unfinished agenda: Bizenjo
National Party leader says Baloch people’s love for Pakistan cannot be matched.
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Autumn semester: AIOU to launch Shariah programmes
VC said admissions in these programs would be offered in the next semester.
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CDA weekly bazaars: ‘Measures in place to check profiteering’
The meeting was informed about the prices of commodities being sold at the weekly bazaars.
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Interfering: Six sent on judicial remand
The other party accused the police of implicating them in a false case.
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Exhibition : Art fiesta goes on display at Nomad
The exhibition comprises archived as well as fresh artwork by 30 artists.
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Spick and span: In Rawalpindi, taking out trash, the Turkish way
Foreign company to start waste disposal work in collaboration with RWMC next week.
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Civic utility: Seven new water schemes for capital
An ICT official told APP that authorities are also working on plans to supply water in rural areas.
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Highly secure?: Thieves strike in two places
Police registered a case against the thieves and started a search for them.
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Deadly dispute: Girl arrested for allegedly killing father
During interrogation, Anila confessed to the crime in complicit with Manzoor.
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Cheating the public: Profiteers fined Rs740,000
Authorities have imposed fines worth Rs740,000 on shopkeepers throughout the city for overcharging.
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Differently-abled: Making a case for customised education
Autistic child has special talents that require channelling.
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Live out loud: Fourteen artists showcase their world view
The month-long exhibition features political and personal artwork.
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Ramazan security threats: Additional force of 300 cops deployed in capital
So far, 24 investigation officers have attended the course.
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Hitting where it hurts: CDA wants land use violators delisted
SECP agrees to review registrations of violators.
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Security plan: Modern perimeter fence for new airport
Construction under way to complete delayed project before March 2015 deadline.
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High-risk areas: Vaccination drive begins today
The EDO said around 1,365 mobile teams have been formed to carry out door-to-door vaccination.
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Eliminating polio: Despite hefty awareness campaigns, refusals continue to hamper government efforts
Official says most refusal cases reported from Bannu, Lakki Marwat in K-P.
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Market exists for Pakistani amulets
Country spends $200 million a year; distinct symbols could be marketed internationally.
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In need: IDP from Waziristan seeks help for daughters suffering from thalassaemia
Says he lost all savings as a result of the operation, with nothing left for his daughters’ medical care.
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Report: Right time to bet money on startups in Pakistan
Silicon Valley-based organisation concludes country will grow.
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Aaroh guitarist Haider Hashmi passes away
The 40 year old musician was diagnosed with brain tumor a couple of weeks earlier.
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Former CJP to sue Imran Khan over rigging allegations
According to sources a notice is almost ready to be sent to Imran Khan.
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Suspect arrested in Tahira Asif murder case
Suspect named Mansha, has been taken into custody by Iqbal town police and further investigation is under way.
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It’s all about the image
Textile brands are now scrambling to re-invent themselves in order to be at par with designer labels.