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America’s global standing: Kerry calls shutdown a momentary episode
US secretary of state says standoff does not change the country’s commitment to Asia, other regions.
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LoC clash: Indian troops claim killing seven ‘infiltrators’
Military has been fighting 30 to 40 militants who crossed the LoC last month.
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Court security: Criminal justice bodies in charge
Lahore High Court seeks progress report by Oct 10.
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Law unto themselves: 3 policemen suspended for detaining student
The grade four student was in a motorist’s way.
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Blame game: Pakistan reacts sharply to Indian media onslaught
Foreign secretary says evidence of India’s interference in Balochistan shared with ‘relevant forums’.
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One-way trip: ‘Aspiring Martian’ from Pakistan
Ziaur Rahman is among six Pakistanis hoping for the 2023 journey to red planet.
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PPP offers govt help to revisit list of crimes punishable by death
Law experts divided over abolition of death sentence.
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With one voice: Clerics condemn Taliban endorsement of church attack
Barelvi scholars say TTP is defaming Islam, flouting its principles.
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Membership drive: ANP to reshuffle its administration
Drive to start from second week of October.
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Wildlife and zoo: For the love of animals, two social entrepreneurs set up private zoo
The zoo facilitates students and researchers interested in animal studies.
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Burger King comes to town unannounced
The area manager was reluctant to share information about the discreet launch.
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[Un]documenting the past: Everything you know about Makli is wrong, says historian
Historian revisits necropolis to find entire swathes undiscovered.
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Government has decided in principle to restore Youtube: Pervaiz Rasheed
Says holding talks with the Taliban decision is a collective decision of the political leadership.
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Rizwanullah: Coming back to life
Post-divorce and rehab, Rizwanullah is staring straight into the shining sun.
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Sartorial Word: A visionary for style
Nabila talks salons, change in customer attitude and going to Bollywood.
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All illegal passports issued in 2002 to be cancelled: Chaudhry Nisar
Interior Minister says blue passports will be issued to entitled persons only.
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Hafeez dropped as Pakistan announce Test squad to face South Africa
Three players are expected to join the squad following a three day warm-up match that begins on October 8.
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K-P govt asks IGP to keep check on internet cafes
The home ministry had received reports of a rise in threatening emails prior to this request.
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Main Hoon Shahid Afridi is box office hit!
MHSA has earned Rs51.8 million at the box office.
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Terrorism a concern for Pakistan as much as it is for India: Foreign Secretary
Foreign Secretary says blame is not the solution to the problem.
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Mysterious deaths: Two sisters die of poison
The police have not yet confirmed the cause of death or the motive.
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Motive unknown: Man kills wife, injures brother
Both were shifted to King Abdullah Teaching Hospital.
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Militants strike: Two rooms of BHU gutted in blast
No loss of lives has been reported.
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Internal strife: Kidnapper killed, another injured
Police filed a case and started an investigation.
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Currency: Rupee weakens against dollar
Heavy debt repayments to the IMF have been putting a dent in the central bank’s reserves.
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Inflation: Index up 0.06% during week
The SPI for combined groups was up by 0.20%.
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Free trade agreement: Russia asked to expedite process
Agreement would be mutually beneficial for Pakistan, Russia as it would help boost economic relations between the two.
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Against alliances: JUI-F to fight local polls alone
JUI-F will not join any big political alliance in the upcoming local government elections.
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Case registered: NGO worker kidnapped from Quetta
Sources said that it is a case of kidnapping for ransom.
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Extended operation: Two Lyari gangsters nabbed in Lahore
The arrested suspects were involved in numerous cases including target killings and extortion.
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Youth development: Skill enhancement scheme planned
The programme seeks to focus on increased youth engagement in community development and social networking.
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Fatal accident: Chinese worker drowns in Kohistan
Police spotted footsteps on the bank, later the body of Chinese worker was recovered three kilometers down the stream.
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Owais chairs meeting: Action ordered against illegal hydrants
The minister expressed his dissatisfaction at the performance of the Water Board.
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Quetta operation: 2 killed, but kidnapped cardiologist not found
Cardiologist Dr Munaf was not recovered after a standoff between kidnappers and security forces.
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Peace process: JUI-S demands emergency talks with Taliban
JUI-S chief Maulana Samiul Haq accused the government of not being sincere in pursuing peace talks.
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Naming NAB chief: Khursheed Shah dismisses deadlock claims
Says opposition and govt have ‘principally’ agreed to finalise one of the four proposed names.
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Training and induction: ‘Headless’ NAB inducts fresh blood
But NAB cannot take up corruption cases until a chief is appointed.
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Pakistan moves closer to clinch spot at CERN
Nuclear research lab’s council approves country’s name for consideration of associate membership.
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Farewell to arms: 18 Bugti fighters surrender, gain amnesty
The rebels, who were watched by their families, resolved to live as a peaceful citizen in future.
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APC resolution: ‘Govt must delink itself from US war’
PTI, PML-N skip Jamat-sponsored event.
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TTP condones Peshawar church attack
TTP says it has checked with all its groups and none of them owned the church attack.
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Smartphone app: Three startups, three stories
These dynamic entrepreneurs feel ready to conquer the world… Malaysia, they say, is simply the first stop.
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Rare visit to NCA: Pakistan is not in an arms race, says PM
Nawaz assures nuclear arsenals are in ‘safe hands’.
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Tariff controversy: Government relents, but with reluctance
Tells SC that notification of nearly 30% increase in power tariff stands withdrawn.
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Reckless driving: Eight injured as bikes collide
Locals said speeding by motorcyclists on the road has become a routine affair.
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Unrequited love: woman still in critical condition
Attacker is also hospitalised for self-inflicted wound.
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Negligence: Over 30 students injured in two road accidents
Five girls among the students; conditions of 11 serious; five shifted to Islamabad.
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Criminal negligence: Drug trafficking flourishing in Chakri
CID report cites political support as the main cause for police inaction.
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St Joseph's alumni rekindle bond with school after Peshawar church attack
Former and current students pay tribute to the blast victims, show solidarity with community.
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Bulk water supply project: Murree residents’ thirst may finally be quenched
Following premier’s orders, provincial govt decides to restart project ‘immediately’.

















































