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Palestinians launch UN campaign, US warns of veto
The Palestinians insisted on going ahead with a UN membership bid despite a US veto threat.
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The world still thinks Americans are "coolest": Poll
American are the dudes who "invented" cool, who embody it in many fields -- from music to movies, TV to technology.
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Dengue on the rise: Over 1,958 cases reported
AIMC principal says govt is quoting wrong figures, actual number of cases is higher.
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On the Afghan frontline, US soldiers see longer war ahead
US soldiers deployed on rugged mountains of eastern Afghanistan say the war isn't going away for another ten years.
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Al Qaeda shadow of former self 10 years after 9/11
Al Qaeda's core leadership is badly wounded and incapable of mounting another attack, say US security officials.
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Karachi violence case: 30% of Karachi policemen terrorist sympathisers, says IG
"Whenever a case with a political affiliation comes, action is taken but nobody is ready to register a FIR,"...
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Mere Brother Ki Dulhan: Lighthearted and twisted tale of love
The director took a cue from matrimonial ads and wove his story around it.
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Five Kashmiris held over India court blast
Police detain five people as they investigate an email claiming responsibility for bomb at New Delhi's High Court.
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Karachi violence: Political consensus alone can defeat violent forces
Rehman Malik urges ‘some political parties’ to stop ‘extortion’ campaigns in Karachi.
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AGP appointment: ‘Chaudhry Nisar may resign soon’
PML-N sources say the party has yet to finalise a decision on the matter.
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Lack of coordination: Insecure parliament of an insecure country
Various agencies securing the House follow their own operating procedures.
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Corps commanders’ conference: Military brass backs govt steps in Karachi
Breaking tradition, they opted not to issue any public statement about their discussions.
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Securing the city: Twin blasts prompt cleanup of Quetta
Authorities decide to purge city of illegal immigrants, revamp intelligence network.
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WikiLeaks: MQM feared May 12 violence ‘killed’ its chances in Punjab
Farooq Sattar told US diplomats in January 08 that plans to expand party’s base had been undercut.
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Therein lies the rub: Desi Viagra in a bottle
Snake oil mixed with herbs and lizard draw crowds in Saddar.
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Protection Bill: Parliament to take up minorities’ rights
Dept of national harmony set to table the bill in parliament.
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Sindh floods: Zardari appeals to the UN for assistance
Requests UN secretary-general to mobilise world community for urgent relief.
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Finally, international aid agencies arrive in Badin
UNDP base camp set up in Badin, WFP expected in a few days.
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Pipe dreams: Sanctions determine Pakistan’s response to Iran’s offer
Tehran agrees to review all of its barriers to trade for Pakistani exports.
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Enforced disappearances: Government slammed for not naming panel chief
Defence committee’s report on missing persons submitted.
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Reaction: FO commends Delhi for avoiding blame game
It is appreciable that the Indian leadership did not indulge in a blame game, said Janjua.
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Home-grown group owns up to Delhi blast
Investigators examine two emails by militant groups claiming the deadly attack.
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Disease outbreak: Diarrhoea cases in K-P, FATA register a sharp increase
Treatment centres set up by MSF; medical teams working reinforced.
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‘Falsely implicated’ in China, mother seeks help from govt
Zahid Shah issued death sentence in China over alleged ‘false case’.
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Book launch: ‘Making waves’ in the world of art
Hashmi underlines the need to enlighten and train artists and critics.
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German scholar for portraying positive image of Muslims
Foreign scholars highlight the progressive thought and responsible attitude of Muslims.
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CDA to preserve capital’s past
As many as 150 sites identified for preservation.
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‘Literacy for Peace’: Putting aside guns, let books to the talking
This year’s message for the day is more relevant to this part of the globe.
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World Physical Therapy Day: Pakistan joins global ‘fight against disabilities’
Walk held to create awareness about physiotherapy and its importance.
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Taking its toll: Nine more diagnosed with dengue
Fresh cases reported in Rawalpindi, Abbottabad.
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Promoting Tourism: Rama Festival to begin on Sept 14
the festival will commence on September 14 and will continue till September 18
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Clarification: SM Zafar does not have an agro-farm
Mr S.M.Zafar’s name has been wrongly mentioned as one of the violators of the building rules of CDA in the news report
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Govt’s ‘Negligence’: APML writes to LHC CJ about dengue outbreak
The APML appealed to the chief justice to take suo moto notice of the situation.
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Seven Murders: Man arrested for killing brother, his family
man has been arrested by Rahim Yar Khan police for allegedly killing his brother as well as six members of the family
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New assembly session begins today
‘Centre’s inept handling of power crisis to blame for kidnappings’.
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Punjab cabinet: Govt offices, hospitals to be run on solar power
Committee formed to suggest laws to appoint one chancellor per university.
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Spreading Awareness: Literacy Day walk held in Khanewal
The walk started at the district government complex and ended at district council hall
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Collision: Policeman dead, two injured
a collision between a car and a camel on Indus Highway Dera More in Rojhan.
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Drugs, Illegal Weapons: Seven arrested in Multan
Police said a kilogramme of hashish and three pistols were seized during the raids.
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Outsourcing Security: 13 cops selected for Hajj duties
Government has shortlisted 13 policemen who would be sent to perform duties at religious sites in Saudi Arabia.
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Resolution: LHC bar will invite Mirza to address
The members were asked to vote in favour or against the resolution. Majority voted in approval.
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Shumaila Rana: PML-N leaders deny pressuring MPA
The court asked her to file her rejoinders and adjourned till October 12.
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Taseer and Weinstein ‘sold by original abductors’
Investigators say negotiating ransom is the only plausible solution.
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Rations and relief: Poverty fund sets aside Rs258m for Sindh
Food and medical aid for Badin and Tharparkar.
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Rain Emergency: Mini hospital to deal with emergencies
A team of doctors and paramedics will be on duty around the clock.
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Net Effect: More dengue cases reported
Another six dengue cases have been reported in Sindh of which four are from Karachi.
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Working Together: Coordinated efforts needed: CS
The departments of health, home, irrigation, rehabilitation and local government must work together.
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New Appointment: Mir made Sindh boy scouts secretary
Mir has been associated with the boy scouts for the past 17 years.
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Workers Rights: Labour minister meets workers
The Sindh government is keen to restore the rights of workers and implement labour laws.
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Diplomatic Ties: French ambassador calls on governor
The governor also met Malaysian Consul General Abu Bakar Mamat.

















































