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Spectrum auction: PTA processes consultancy bids
According to sources PTA has received an encouraging response from local and international firms.
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Back to normal: Govt gives in to pressure, reduces taxes on transporters
Cuts rates for both passenger and goods transport vehicles.
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Get ECC’s nod before seeking funds, petroleum ministry told
Finances were sought to hire consultant for a study on splitting gas utilities.
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SC route puzzles legal experts
“I fail to understand why the chief justice is being involved in this case,” says Justice (retd) Tariq Mehmood.
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Musharraf 'treason' saga: Opposition questions timing of the move
Opposition parties termed the government’s decision as a “tactic to divert public attention from sectarian...
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In the dock, again: Musharraf to be tried for treason
Nisar says govt will formally ask Supreme Court to form ‘special court’; FIA to probe charges in Asghar Khan case.
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Pindi curfew to be lifted today
DCO says city will be relieved of lockdown after 6am but Section 144 will remain in place.
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Red Zone to be sealed if needed, say police
“As of now, we have not blocked access to the Red Zone,” says SHO Secretariat Police Station.
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End of holidays: Wel-don’t-come to Pindi
The closure of petrol and CNG pumps further further increased the miseries of residents of garrison city.
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Budding business: Extortionists cash in by posing as Taliban
Rawalpindi Chamber of Commerce and Industry says members regularly receive extortion demands of up to Rs10 million.
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Pindi incident: TNFJ demands impartial probe
Bukhari alleges that the government allowed the miscreants to flare-up tension.
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Rawalpindi curfew : Profiteers run amok as lockdown continues
Residents of Raja Bazaar, Urdu Bazaar and Purana Qila have no access to food, medicines.
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Regional energy trade to bridge demand-supply gap
With support from international institutions, it is time to show progress.
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Negative equity: Pakistan Steel Mills – why it should be sold at Rs1
Liabilities of Rs100 billion to reduce the appetite of bidders.
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Rawalpindi backlash: Islamabad's Red Zone sealed off
Measure taken after reports of planned protest in Red Zone after funerals of those killed in Rawalpindi clash.
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Extortionists cash in by posing as Taliban
Over past 2 years at least 4 businessmen are thought to have been killed by militants for not paying ransom demands.
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Delayed response: Verify Haqqani kin’s killing, police told
Minister asks how Nasiruddin lived undetected near capital.
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Diplomatic shuffle: Kabul appoints new envoy to Pakistan
Young but experienced diplomat Janan Mosazai to replace Daudzai.
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Unfinished business: Understanding reached on calling 99th Senate session
Opposition calls off strike amid assurances that remaining items on the agenda will be discussed.
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Reflections on violence: In lockdown, capital’s twin wears deserted look
Pindi residents hope curfew will relax soon, mobile services expected to be restored today.
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Backdoor operations: Touts rule the roost at excise department
Govt claims facilitating citizens will help end illegal practice.
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Changing weather: Winter wear sales heat up
The city’s markets are awash with winter clothing and heaters, both gas and electric.
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Pak-China collaboration: Bilingual magazine offers platform for sharing experiences
Only internet version is available in the country.
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Cross border trade: FICCI to organise the second edition in Lahore
Trade between India, Pakistan can be pushed to $8 billion, FPCCI president.
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Kabul appoints Foreign Ministry spokesperson as new envoy to Islamabad
New ambassador will deal with important developments, including PM's visit to Kabul: diplomatic sources in Islamabad
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Parliamentary subcommittees: Ministries told to hold regular accounts panel sessions
Headless PAC to meet in the first week of December.
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Diplomacy: Parliamentary team meets Turkey’s president
Turkish president appreciated the smooth transfer of power from one elected government to another.
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Development planning: Commerce ministry lists potential expat investors
Working paper presented to senate sub-committee in this regard.
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10-year evaluation: ADB’s Pakistan performance rated less than satisfactory
Majority of projects under $11.5b lending portfolio were found ‘less than successful’.
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High alert on 9th Muharram: Major terror plots foiled amid security clampdown
Measures taken for the safety of processionists across the country.
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Poll date cancellation: Ban on appointments in Punjab, Sindh no longer in effect
The new code of ethics will be issued along with the new schedule for the local bodies elections.
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Forces put on high alert in view of threats
“The TTP may target Muharram processions, security forces and security installations,” says spokesperson.
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Revamping institutions: Six committees formed to finalise suggestions
Lists of education officers involved in malpractices are being prepared to purge institutions of black sheep.
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Reducing carbon emissions: Increasing forest cover may lead to monetary rewards
UN’s REDD+ mechanism provides countries financial incentive to save forests, increase forest area.
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Auto policy: Tariff protection plan likely to new players
The new auto policy may open up market for new entrants, effectively doing away with local monopolies.
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Upcoming land auction: Cash-strapped CDA desperately looking for investors
56 commercial plots will be up for grabs in three-day auction from Monday.
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Ill-planned: AIOU Gilgit campus plan runs into snags
Officials of regional govt, locals raise objection about location of the building.
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Unmovable: Govt-run institute issuing dubious degrees
Skill Development Council chairman allegedly operating illegally, too ‘powerful’ to move.
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In defiance: Thousands of mourners remember Karbala martyrs
Despite security threats, mourners gathered at annual route in huge numbers.
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Fluke?: Police nab suspected suicide bomber
Intended target was Muharram procession in G-6.
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Security forces foil suicide attack on Islamabad Imambargah
Police also thwarted an attack near a procession in Kot Adu later that day.
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Strict security measures in place for Ashura
Army on standby, while police perform checks before people enter processions.
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Ex-minister’s report: Overstaffing brings NHA to the ‘verge of collapse’
The report reveals the highway authority is facing severe challenges.
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Business of brown-nosing: PM’s former opening partner wants free plot
CDA says only way for the former club cricketer to get land in capital is to take part in an auction.
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Kidnapped doctor: FIR lodged against unknown persons
Dr Eshanullah Khan was allegedly abducted on Tuesday.
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Promotion of education: British Council pledges support to K-P govt
MoU, signed on Wednesday, involves widespread collaboration in education sector.
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Special operation: Capital’s police claim to bust six gangs
27 criminals were arrested by the Crime Investigation Agency.
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On the rise: Polio cases pass 2012 total
Around 62 cases have so far been confirmed by health authorities.
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Candidates to apply afresh: Punjab, Sindh polling schedule cancelled
Delay in printing of ballot papers and non-availability of magnetic ink had resulted in a delay in the elections.
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Standoff averted: Top court, ECP agree on revised LB poll dates
Elections will be held in Sindh on Jan 18 and in Punjab on Jan 30 under new schedule.