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Failure To Protect: Court summons home secretary, CCPO
Gul Muhammad was allegedly picked up by security agencies on May 21, 2012 along with another person.
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Raid: Six alleged robbers held
Wah Cantonment police recovered weapons and ammunition from their possession.
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crackdown: Four suspected gamblers arrested
On a tip-off, a police party raided a gambling den on Misrial Road.
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SEMINAR: ‘Corruption affects everything’
Justice Jan said illiteracy, lack of accountability and social acceptance were the main causes of corruption.
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Electric shock?: Traffic warden found dead at home
The body is sent to Nishtar Hospital for a post-mortem examination.
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Social Development: DCO lauds NGOs’ role
DCO stressed the need for expanding the welfare services provided by the NGOs .
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Measles: Measles death toll rises to 141
Two children, Ali Raza, 18 months, and Zain ,7 months, died from measles on Wednesday.
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Courts: PIDC Head suspended
The court observed that the caretaker government had no power to make appointments or transfers.
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Food dept raid: Illegally purchased wheat recovered
Food officials and a police team raided the store and registered a case against the accused, who the police said fled.
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Resistance: Two injured by robbers
The injured were taken to Civil Hospital and reported to be out of danger.
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Pilgrims’ progress: Hajj fund collection stopped
Petitioner’s counsel said that tour operators were collecting Rs5,000 from every pilgrim.
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Maiden speech: No ‘surprises’, but a lot of candour
“I foresee a bright Pakistan where minorities will also have their rights completely protected,” says PM.
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Oath-taking: Winners thoughtful, losers happy
The most satisfied looking persons at the event were the chief election commissioner and the Secretary ECP.
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Third term: PPP claims credit for Nawaz’s election
“We will fully support the government strategy devised to stop drone attacks in the country,” says Javed Hashmi.
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Unprecedented return: He is back
Nawaz Sharif elected PM; secures 244 votes, while PPP’s Amin Fahim polls 42 and PTI’s Javed Hashmi 31.
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Agri-sector: Govt launches programme to improve innovation
“Boosting Pakistan’s economy is one of our top assistance priorities,” says USAID Country Director.
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Press conference: PMA denounces doctors’ strike
PMA condemns attack by Rangers personnel at doctors' peaceful protest.
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Not paid: Health workers protest outside secretariat
Workers demand CJP to take action.
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Intel to test Pakistan with tablets
Will launch seven-inch tablets by June-end or early July.
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Currency: Rupee strengthens against dollar
The rupee ended at 98.47/98.52 against the dollar stronger than Tuesday’s close of 98.53/98.57.
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Faltering economy: ‘Role of DISCOS vital for revival’
Bakhtawari warned that without achieving energy security high economic growth could never be achieved.
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Labour welfare: EOBI seeks employers’ support
According to Zaidi, there are 5.5 million industrial and private sector workers who are registered with the EOBI.
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Hockey : Pakistan U21s go down to the Netherlands
Pakistan will face Germany and Belgium in their next two series on the tour of Europe.
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Looking forward: ‘JI to take part in LG polls’
Misbahullah termed the May 11 polls “one of the worst elections in the country’s history.”
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Mehfl-e-mushaira: Poetry symposium at Hazara University
They recited verses in Urdu and Hindko much to the appreciation from all those in attendance.
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Reckless driving: Two brothers killed in road accident
Bystanders shifted them to the hospital.
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Accidents: Two killed, eight injured in mishaps
Inam Gul, Hatim Bibi and Saadullah along with cab driver Noor Muhammad were injured.
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Failure to protect: Court summons home secretary, CCPO
Gul Muhammad was allegedly picked up by security agencies on May 21.
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Sky is the limit: Karachi takes its gardens into the air
City’s first environment museum boasts environment-friendly solutions.
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New Pakistan govt must not allow Taliban peace deal to trump human rights: Amnesty
The Amnesty International has asked the authorities to take notice of killings of MQM workers in Karachi.
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Ties that bind: Chinese cemetery to be renovated by October
Construction company official lauds services of Pakistanis maintaining the graveyard.
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Aisam, Black crash out of French Open mixed doubles event
Aisam and Black committed four double faults and four unforced errors in the semi-final to lose the plot.
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Unlawful detention: Notice issued to federal, provincial authorities
Sindh High Court hears plea on the alleged unlawful detention of nine MQM workers.
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It’s time for Pakistani cinema to shape up
Bollywood’s completion of 100 years should encourage our film-makers.
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No seats left: Fauzia Kasuri quits PTI
Imran Khan has been cornered by the "mafia," says Fauzia Kasuri.
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Army chief congratulates Nawaz as felicitations pour in
Gen. Kayani, Chinese premier and Chancellor of Germany amongst those who congratulated Sharif.
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Nasir Mahmood Khosa appointed Secretary to PM
Fawad Hassan Fawad appointed Additional Secretary to PM.
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Target killing: MQM announces day of mourning in Sindh on June 6
MQM asks business community and transporters association to halt their activities.
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Musharraf ready to face high treason case: APML
Musharraf's political advisor cautions incoming government to think twice before pursuing a personal revenge.
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Lucky number three: Nawaz Sharif takes oath as prime minister
Nawaz Sharif beat his competition by receiving a total of 244 votes.
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11-year-old drowns during swimming competition in Lahore
Sixth grade student not provided with immediate medical assistance.
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Analysis: Glimmer of hope for cash-starved economy as Nawaz takes over
Economic turnaround essential to ensure greater political stability.
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Friendly states: Indian MP sees a friendlier Pakistan
Pakistanis increasingly suffered themselves from violence by extremists.
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Upper House: Leader of house, opposition in Senate tender resignations
Ishaq Dar and Farooq Naek leave office to enable adjustment following change of govt.
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Goodwill gesture: JUI-F to support Nawaz Sharif
Fazlur Rehman says JUI-F has yet to decide on joining government in the centre.
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New premier: No senior Indian official to attend Nawaz’s oath-taking
Indian foreign minister says India was not invited.
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Probe promised: India ‘regrets’ Pakistan diplomat’s manhandling
Islamabad conveys concern over security for its diplomats in New Delhi.
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2007 judges’ detention: Citing smear campaign, judge recuses himself from the case
Judge says media has launched ‘malicious campaign’ against him after he rejected Musharraf’s bail plea.
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Memogate: Court orders government to bring back Haqqani
Former envoy to US was allowed to leave Pakistan in 2012 on commitment to return.
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Discriminatory measure: Kuwait restricts treatment hours for expats
If successful, it will be expanded to other public hospitals.