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Corruption charges: Case registered against DSP, reader
A case has been registered for misuse of power and taking bribe.
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Urgent requests: Passports being delivered
Cheema said that applicants could now collect their passport without further delay.
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Tampered nikah nama case: Woman gets pre-arrest bail
Imran said he came to know about the tampered nikah nama when her wife asked him for the jewellery after they divorced
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Gymnastics event kicks off today
Athletes relieved as national championship resumes after 2-year break.
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Pakistani film Postcards from Lahore goes to Cannes!
The film begins with a narration by Aatif Nawaz which explains why he made it.
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London attack
The rise of religious fundamentalism in the UK is due to many factors, one of them being lack of assimilation.
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Cricket: Police refuse to confirm they are investigating Asad Rauf
ICC withdrew Rauf from officiating in upcoming ICC Champions Trophy after reports said he was being investigated.
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Pakistan should consider IMF deal after reforms in place: Sartaj Aziz
Former finance minister says at this point IMF will push conditions which would not let Pakistan grow.
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Criminals not terrorists: PIA UK flight forced to land amid fighter escort
Altercation between two passengers alarmed the crew who called for help. Both passengers have been arrested.
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Musharraf to stay in Pakistan: APML
Musharraf has every right to live with his people, argues his political advisor.
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Burning up: Take the Pakistan loadshedding survey
Select your province and city and let us know how many hours of loadshedding you are facing.
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LHC petition seeks re-opening of Ghazi Ilm Din, Bhagat Singh cases
A single bench of the LHC referred the petitions to the chief justice.
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Pakistan releases 45 Indian fishermen as goodwill gesture
The released 45 Indian fishermen includes three children and three other disabled persons.
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Judges detention case: Musharraf challenges ATC decision in IHC
Anti-Terrorism Court, on May 22, had rejected the bail plea of former president in the judges detention case.
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Pakistan remains opposed to drones after Obama speech
Islamabad says it welcomes some aspects of Obama's address.
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All-round improvement needed after Irish tie, warns Misbah
Misbahul Haq tells his team they must improve in all three departments.
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Suicide attack outside Peshawar madrassah kills 3
Attacker wanted to target madrassa manager: Rescue 1122
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Gunmen kill NATO driver in Khyber Agency: Officials
Two vehicles in the convoy en route to Karachi were damaged in the attack.
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Increased load-shedding upsets citizens across Pakistan
In some parts of Karachi and Faisalabad, load-shedding is for nearly eight hours a day.
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US ambassador, Indian high commissioner meet Nawaz
Nawaz had earlier met Chinese Premier Li Keqiang.
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Pakistan second 'most unpopular country' in the world: Poll
Pakistan came second last with only 15% looking upon it favourably, while 55% rating it as “mainly negative.”
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The dark ages: Water & power minister blasts finance ministry
Says energy crisis could be solved in 30 months approved amount is disbursed.
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Rs82b scam: NAB to quiz ex-premiers on Sadiq’s appointment
Pakistani envoy also faces charges of facilitating ex-chief of OGRA’s prolonged stay in Dubai.
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Insider trading in Azgard 9: SECP rebuts TIP allegations
Says it was never lax in proceeding against accused.
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Abduction cases: CJ orders police to track down missing girls
CJ Iftikhar Chaudhry takes suo motu action over separate kidnappings.
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Hasty decision: ICC removes umpire Asad Rauf from Champions Trophy
Move follows media reports that Rauf is being investigated in connection with IPL scandal.
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High treason: ‘SC not the competent authority to prosecute Musharraf’
Apex court says a treason trial must be conducted by a special court set up for the purpose.
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Round three: Shahbaz Sharif nominated as CM
First Punjab Assembly session expected on May 29.
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Best of allies: Pakistan’s sovereignty is dear to China, Li
He said his country will also extend scholarships to Pakistani students for higher studies.
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Arrested at last: NICL absconder caught in Karachi
The arrest was made at the Uni Plaza, I I Chundrigar Road, Karachi.
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Unconstitutional measure: Rabbani decries caretakers’ ‘mini-budget’ move
Says the interim setup has no mandate to decide on financial matters.
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Passenger Vehicles: Erring transporters fined Rs1.24m
The Transport Department has collected an amount of Rs1,246,040 as penalty so far.
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Appointment: Khursheed Bokhari made acting DG IB
Incumbent DG retired on Thursday and would likely be appointed as member Federal Public Service Commission.
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Militants Attack: 2 security men killed in Kurram
The official claimed that more than 15 militants were also killed in the attack.
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Power Breakdown: Balochistan plunges into darkness
More than 20 districts of Balochistan suffered as a result of a major power breakdown in 220 KV transmission line.
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Economic Development: Women to play an effective role
Participants appreciated the Minister’s endeavour for organising such a workshop.
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Disrupted examinations: SALU officials to finalise new dates
The examinations were delayed due to the elections.
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Robbery attempt: Former MQM MPA injured
The victim was taken to the Abbasi Shaheed Hospital where doctors termed his condition to be out of danger.
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Recount: PPP loses second seat in Thatta
As per the unofficial results, PPP Abdul Hameed Soomro was defeated by Syed Aijaz Shah Sherazi on PS-84 by 292 votes.
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Summer vacations: Schools shut from June 14 to Aug 13
After three years, the schools will revert to the traditional June-July vacation period.
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Operation overhaul: MQM dissolves Rabita Committee
‘Organisational deficiencies in elections’ have led to changes, says Sattar.
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Analysis: Beyond the Himalayan hyperbole
We have few friends in the region, and simply cannot afford to let the Chinese partnership sour.
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Powering the relationship: Nawaz wants energy, not aid, from China
PM-to-be will visit Beijing at the earliest opportunity after taking oath.
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Qawwali night: Cake cutting, music mark Youm-i-Ali
The evening started with a cake cutting ceremony followed by qawwali music.
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Busted: CID official among three arrested in raid
Police arrest two members of car lifting gang along with one CID official.
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Metro Bus: Drivers protest against poor working conditions
Demand cold drinking water, proper waiting area at bus depot.
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Premiere: Not reluctant to say this film is great
Mohsin Hamid excited to see his novel come to big screen in Pakistan.
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Power bill default: Six govt depts disconnected
Disconnection of supply would continue till the submission of full payment of dues, says Fesco spokesperson.
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New Metro Bus routes: Traffic plan ready for construction
Around 800 wardens would be deployed at the proposed routes.
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Cartoon character: ‘Nanna addressed people’s issues’
A number of students, artists, and media professionals were present on the occasion.