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Tracing troublemakers: Ban imposed on sale, purchase of Afghan SIMs
Step taken following report submitted by NAB to PHC.
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Gunned down: Assailants kill police constable
The constable was coming back from his neighbour’s house when the gunmen opened fire at him in front of the gate.
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20-day deadline: PHC orders PESCO to clear path for Northern Bypass
Court says completion time for highway should be reduced to one year.
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Crackdown: Around 200 suspects arrested in search operation
To be released after interrogation, says police official.
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In solidarity: Journalists stage walkout over colleague’s detention
Police chief fails to appear despite repeated calls by ministers.
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Govt promises to stem surging polio cases
Shaukatullah Khan says youth, tribal elders and ulemas’ support will be sought to overcome the disease.
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In North Waziristan, tribesmen turn to faith healers for cure
Many come to the late Pir Mir Sardar’s family, believing blessed salt and a black thread will purge the disease.
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Safety not guaranteed: ‘Incentivise workers to gain ground in fight against polio’
While security comes first, Dr Sania Nishtar believes higher pays, life insurance can also motivate.
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World Polio Day 2013: Stop the outbreak, in the name of our children
A historic poliovirus ‘tsunami’ is unfolding in Pakistan, putting children around the world at risk.
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Fighting crime: Anti-kidnapping cell to be formed soon, says IGP
The cell would be equipped with GSM and GPS tracking facility, said IGP Durrani.
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Spreading like wildfire: Dengue claims two more lives, continues to rake in victims
150 patients discharged after recovery.
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Assembly session: GBLA debates over non-customs paid vehicles
Resolution passed to regularise contract employees in G-B.
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Gone, not forgotten: K-P Assembly weeps for unparalleled peer
Somber session observed in remembrance of Israrullah Gandapur.
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High-intensity blasts: Suicide bomber dies in central Kurram
Man killed in IED blast in Hangu.
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40,000 illegal SIMs operating in K-P, FATA: Report
Unregistered SIMS being used for acts of terror, extortion.
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Gender violence: Multiple rape cases reported from Charsadda
SHO Khan said medical reports confirmed sexual assault and Shakeel had also admitted to the crime.
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Mass transit system: Metro bus project to be funded by Turkish company
Meeting held between the transport department and company’s delegation.
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Three more polio cases confirmed
Polio drops have not been regularly administered in the two areas where these new cases emerged.
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K-P govt to face consequences if LG elections not held on time: CJ
All provinces except K-P announce dates for LG elections: Nov 27 for Sindh and Dec 7 for both Punjab and Balochistan.
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Care to comment?: Officials guilty of not submitting remarks for cases elicit PHC’s ire
Directs govt to fine them heavily or even expel them from province.
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Substandard medicines: Court directs NAB to probe spurious drug suppliers
Seeks progress report from provincial NAB DG in 15 days.
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Culprits caught: Five-year-old allegedly given in Swara
After arresting the jirga members and parents of the girl and boy, police registered a case against them.
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New administrative division for police under consideration
Proposed Anti-Terrorist Force to consist entirely of retired army officers.
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APC resolution: K-P reiterates delay in talks increasing terrorist attacks
CM says federal govt should begin structured negotiations on an ‘emergency basis’.
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Swelling numbers: Over 50 more dengue cases recorded in Swat
Health minister visits STH, orders administration to provide all facilities to patients.
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Taliban negotiations: ‘Support for one province in ongoing insurgency will come at a cost’
PPP’s Khursheed Shah blames PML-N government for inaction on deteriorating security .
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Money matters: KTH approves Rs1.01b budget for 2013-14
Request sent for additional funds for medicines.
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A white elephant: CT scan machine lies idle at govt-run facility
Authorities choose not to use it, fearing low voltage or load-shedding will cause irreparable damage.
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Shakil Afridi case: Review petition filed for fresh trials, bail
Application requests the court to overturn ban on bail for the petitioner.
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Prayers for peace: Condolence reference held
The condolence reference was held for slain provincial law minister Israrullah Gandapur.
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Remembering a colleague: Opposition lawmakers submit requisition for assembly session
Israrullah Khan Gandapur was killed in a suicide attack on Eidul Azha on Oct 16, which also claimed nine other lives.
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Casting doubts: FATA sceptic of judicial APAs in tribal areas
While many hail the governor’s appointments, others see it as a plot to eliminate the tribal belt’s jirga system.
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Tightening security: Government finalises responsibilities of Anti-Terrorist Force
Will remain on standby to act within minutes of an emergency.
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Merit-based appointments: Three years of advocacy experience sought for new civil judges
PHCBA passes joint resolution, urges its suggestions be included during hiring.
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More deaths: Dengue virus claims another life in Swat
The unofficial death toll in the district is 58.
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Marginalised: Transgenders protest against alleged torture by police
Residents of the area have reportedly started a campaign against khwaja saraas.
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Endangered species: Illegal trade of Saker falcons a booming business
Customs officials, police and wildlife department allegedly bribed for not interfering.
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Prompt action: Govt says curriculum change notification is false
Orders education dept to conduct high-level inquiry to probe the issue.
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Pakistan's women police fight criminals, militants and scorn
When Gillani wanted to join the force she had to defy her father, forego marriage and pay for her own basic training.
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4 policemen killed in Peshawar shooting
Protesters blamed the government for the death of their loved ones.
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Walking into trouble: Tribesman loses leg after stepping on landmine
Due to extensive damage by shrapnel, doctors had to amputate his left leg.
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Reckless driving: Two killed one injured in road accident
Haripur police seizes numerous weapons and narcotics in the last six weeks.
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Cleaning up Swat: Two alleged target killers, one terrorist arrested
The hitmen are implicated in several incidents in Karachi, FIRs against them have been sent to Matta police.
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No end in sight: 43 new patients identified in Swat
District total for dengue reaches 8,546.
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Bloody beginning: Five months, three dead lawmakers
Parliamentary leader says tackling terrorism does not seem to appear on PTI’s priority list.
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Sex crimes: Three accused of raping 11-year-old boy
Doctors there confirmed the rape and have admitted the boy for treatment.
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In the rough: The area of Samsarey offers up plenty but has no takers
With no proper roads, locals have to struggle to even reach the hospital.
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Damage control: Opposition to requisition assembly session for minister’s assassination
MPA Nighat Orakzai says provincial govt not taking a clear stand on terrorism.
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Undeclared assets, liabilities: ECP to suspend legislative authority of 22 K-P lawmakers
Final punitive measures will be decided in a meeting today.
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Changing fortunes: Time to revive 1,400 closed units in K-P
The PTI govt can generate great support if it pulls off this feat.