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Facebook, Google celebrate Pakistan's Independence Day
The doodle features the ancient Indus Valley Civilisation
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Political games: Whose flag is it anyway?
Use of national flag by PSP has created problems for MQM supporters vis-à-vis Independence Day
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Celebrating independence
The paradox of Pakistan is that it has failed to fulfil the expectations of many and become a failed state
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Twitter introduces special hashtags for 70th Independence Day celebrations
Hashtags include animation of a crescent, star and Minar-e-Pakistan
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Ahead of Independence Day, neurosurgeons have a special message for bike riders
Most bike accidents take place during national holidays such as Independence Day, say doctors
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Five foreigners who took a chance on Pakistan
This Independence Day we document the travels of four foreigners who had great experience in Pakistan
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Why Kashmiris celebrate August 14
The independence of India and Pakistan has brought unceasing tragedies to Kashmir
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Sovereignty: NIHCR observes Independence Day
NIHCR Officer Incharge Umar Hayat said the NIHCR has been doing its best to dig out the true history and culture
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‘Hospital equipped to deal with Congo virus’
Doctors have been trained, medicines have been stocked, DCO says
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Largest national flag painted in Mansehra, claims local administration
The flag has been painted on Koh-e-Behra, also known as Lughmani Heights, on Mansehra bypass road
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Go green this Independence Day with Pakistan Selfie app
The app uses facial recognition software and works only on human faces
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Cellular services to remain suspended in Islamabad on Independence Day
Authorities say services will remain suspended from 6am to 12pm to avoid any untoward incident
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Independence Day terror bid foiled as officials arrest four suicide bombers in Khyber Agency
Assistant Political Agent Ziaullah Marwat says the suspects were planning a major attack on August 14
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In pictures: Around Pakistan on the 'Azadi Train'
The special train is a tribute to, expresses solidarity with all those who have lost their lives for the country
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Around Pakistan in 30 days: A journey of cultural diversity, history begins
The train has a symbol of peace, unity, and freedom, to to mark the 70th Independence Day
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Child protection: CM to monitor efforts to recover missing children
41 children have been recovered in two weeks, Sharif said
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Sanctity Of Flag: ‘No colours but green and white’
He requested the court to issue directions to stop the sale of modified flags
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Atif Aslam set to enthral Karachiites at Azaadi Rocks
Other artists performing at the music festicval include Fuzon, Mai Dhai and Zoe Viccaji
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Farhan Akhtar to feed underprivileged Pakistanis on Independence Day
Artists raise the Robin Hood Army to feed half a million people
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Celebrating independence: Poster show opens at Faisalabad Arts Council
The art is themed around the Independence Movement and patriotism
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Daraz and Kaymu to celebrate Independence Day with 1947 deals
There will be 1947 amazing discounts upto 70% on Daraz.pk and from 19%-47% discounts on Kaymu.
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Stay safe: Drive launched against stunt-riding
Crackdown launched in view of Independence Day celebrations, says DPO Sarfraz Ahmad Falki
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Independence day celebrations: Cultural organisations chalk out programmes
Line-ups include a variety of performances, interactive sessions
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Online shopping adds to Independence Day colours
E-shopping sites offer attractive deals for August 14
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Independence day: Section 144 imposed in city
Independence day: Section 144 imposed in city
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Independence day: City govt plans festivities
The city government’s social media team has created an event on Facebook with regard to the celebrations
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7-day grand celebration ‘I am Pakistan’ finalised
The event will include musical shows, rallies, debating competitions, dress shows, poetry readings and fireworks
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Hazards of one-wheeling: Schools directed to use sms to raise awareness
"Many lives have been lost because of the activity," ASA general secretary Mehboob Hussain
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Preparation: Independence Day ceremony arrangements in full swing
Seminaries around Convention Centre to close for three days
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Independence Day: Commemorative train launched by railways
Locomotive to exemplify Pakistani folk culture, history of nation
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Ahead of Independence Day: Cleanliness drive kicks off in Hayatabad
Campaign aims to keep public from littering
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Independence Day: CM calls for action against one-wheeling
He reviewed security, traffic management plans for August 14
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Balochistan clean-up: Bid to spoil Independence Day celebrations foiled
Commander among three militants killed in Kech; advocate, EDO killed in targeted attacks
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Feeling patriotic: City prepares to celebrate Independence Day
Locals urge govt to arrange functions which public can attend
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Celebrating Independence: Districts announce parades, sports events
CDA’s floats depicting the culture of Cholistan desert to be displayed at parade
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Two killed in Madagascar concert blast
President Hery Rajaonarimampianina called the blast an "unacceptable terrorist act"
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Algerian independence day celebrated
It is usually marked on November 1, commemorating the start of independence war against French colonial power in 1954
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In solidarity: Gilgit-Baltistan marks 68th Independence Day
Hafeezur Rahman met with war heroes, lauded their bravery
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August 14 or 15?
Jinnah is quoted in Jinnah papers saying "August 15 is the birthday of the independent & sovereign State of Pakistan"
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Was Pakistan sufficiently imagined before independence?
There was more enthusiasm for the creation of Pakistan in Muslim-minority provinces, especially in the UP
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Poverty alleviation: Jinnah’s vision of welfare state highlighted
Jinnah opposed capitalism and wanted to establish a welfare state
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Judging 1947
Jinnah should be assessed in light of political contingencies of his time rather than later events i.e rise of Taliban
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Pakistan, India's love for food explored in new video
The video captures how delicacies from Indian cities are well-loved in Pakistan and vice versa
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The role model: Educationists remember Malala on Independence Day
Say it is important to carry the activist’s message forward
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8 reasons why Pakistanis should love India
Dear Pakistanis, love thy neighbour for all that it has given you
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Snapchat bleeds green on Independence Day
Snapchat saw how Pakistan turned white and green to commemorate the occasion
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Kashmiris mark India’s Independence Day as Black Day
India has no justification to celebrate its Independence Day in the disputed territory, say Hurriyat leaders
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Independence Day speech: President calls for crackdown on graft
Says Pakistan wants to resolve all disputes with India
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Beyond turmoil: FATA celebrates August 14 with gusto
Governor announces Rs5 million for reconstruction of Ghallanai Sports Stadium
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Honouring the flag: Country erupts in joy amid air of peace
People shed their fears and celebrate 69th Independence Day without restraint