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Behind bars: Majority of detainees tortured in custody, says report
Rights activists call for concerted efforts; demand criminalisation of custodial torture under UNCAT.
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Illustrious Pakistani doctor inducted into Medical Hall of Fame
Dr S Amjad Hussain from Peshawar was recognised for inventing two surgical devices and a service spanning 40 years.
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Country should stand together against all threats: PHC CJ
The chief justice severely criticised the government for its lavish spending while ignoring the public's suffering.
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Measles kills 12 children in North Waziristan
An outbreak of measles in North Waziristan has killed 12 children in three weeks.
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Militants kill tribal militia leader, injure 10 in Mohmand Agency
Senior political administration official says militants attacked Khro Shah Kandao post late Sunday night.
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Military offensive: 9 Taliban militants killed, 5 injured in Kurram Agency
Helicopter gunships pounded militant hideouts in the Ali Sherzai area of central Kurram Agency.
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Dual nationality: 278 Afghans held for possessing Pak CNICs
The cards were issued by NADRA offices in small towns.
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‘Police informer’s’ house blown up
Bomb planted near the house which went off with a loud explosion, said locals.
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On mother’s day: Heartbroken boy awaits mother’s recovery
Tahira, 45, was injured in the blast near Gulbahar on Saturday.
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Water as fuel: In Swat, a self-taught engineer has a solution to the energy crisis
Claims if his unique design is applied at a large-scale the power crisis can be resolved in three years.
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Jirga leader shot dead in Lakki Marwat
Maulana Syed Mohsin Shah was sleeping in his madrassah when unknown men opened fire at him.
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A woman of substance
Shazia's family was aware of perils, but for them her wish to die for country was enough to pledge their support.
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Targeted: 7 injured, police check post destroyed in Peshawar blast
Blast destroyed outer wall of the check post and two vehicles, passing nearby during the blast.
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National workshop: Paving way for a tolerant, pluralistic society
10-day event on performing arts continues in full swing.
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International Nurses Day: Is there no recognition for working selflessly?
Demand more authority; pay rich tributes to Florence Nightingale.
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Beating as one: Newborn twins share same heart
Head of the gynaecology ward says twins’ other vital organs are all separate.
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International Nurses Day: Little respect for Lady Reading Hospital’s healing hands
Peshawar’s main healthcare facility silently bears the brunt of the war against militancy.
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Violating orders: 23 more police ‘shoulder promotions’ in Peshawar
Junior officers promoted to senior positions despite legal cases against them.
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Education reform: K-P Assembly passes Universities Act 2012
The reform will apply to all public sector universities.
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Targeted: 1 killed, 17 injured in bomb attack on police
Three cars, three auto rickshaws damaged along with a good number of civilians: Police officials.
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Short of funds: Stricken by kidney failure and hepatitis, a father fights for survival
Qasim Jan, plumber and electrician, needs Rs1.1m to cover his medical expenses.
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Sweet delight: With the arrival of spring in Swat, sale of strawberries on the rise
Favourable climatic conditions encouraging trend of runner plant growth.
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Move to merge Fata with K-P assembly castigated
Fata representatives say they are happy under FCR, that they were not consulted before any resolution on the matter.
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Bomb planted in manhole misses police target in Peshawar
Operation against insurgents possible reason for attack; explosion shatters car windows.
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Fleeing Bara: Four children killed in Khyber Agency mortar attack
Minors along with family were migrating from Bara after deadline given by political administration, Frontier Corps.
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Negligence: Schoolboy killed, man injured as rescue attempt goes awry
Father holds school admin responsible, institute to remain closed for two days in mourning.
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Deweaponisation: Army lauds Upper Dir locals’ readiness to yield weaponry
The campaign was launched to prevent militants’ access to heavy arms.
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No Seraiki province minus DI Khan, Tank, demand MQM, DSP
Protesters want Seraiki province to be drawn up according to the 1981 census by the army.
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Khyber Agency: 400 families flee Bara ahead of military operation
UNHCR provincial spokesperson says around 0.23 million people have been shifted to the Jalozai camp.
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Former party chief: ANP protests against attack on Ajmal Khattak mausoleum
Political workers gathered at press club demonstration led by Mian Iftikhar Hussain.
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Militant killed planting explosives in Charsadda
An explosion was reported near a school in Palawan Qilla area of Charsadda.
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Countering militancy: Waziristan jirga members pledge to restore peace
Elders dispel reports of a military operation, say disputes caused over misunderstanding.
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3 army personnel injured in roadside blast
Number of suspects arrested in search operation launched after the attack.
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Security concerns: K-P wants FC troops back to protect jails
Claims priority since the federal force is composed largely of men from K-P.
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Bannu jailbreak: Probe panel proposes action against 155 officials
Commission has recommended deployment of other security personnel besides police in sensitive districts.
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Court battle: Rights activists mount court challenge against drone attacks
The petitions submitted in the PHC on behalf of victims, questions the role of foreign and defence ministries.
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Abbottabad commission report: What is happening behind the scenes?
Officials say proper report highly unlikely to come out this month.
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Five injured in blasts at Ajmal Khattak’s grave
Ajmal Khattak was a famous poet, a former president of ANP, and an MNA. He passed away in 2010.
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Forced marriage: SHO, 12 others sent on judicial remand
The accused were produced before a judicial magistrate after expiry of their police remand.
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Public rally: JI blames govt of current economic, political turmoil
Holds corruption, flawed policies responsible for country’s difficulties.
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Development in FATA to continue: Zardari
Meaningful political reforms in FATA can only be achieved with the support of its people, says President Zardari.
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Darul Uloom Haqqania cleric: Hundreds protest against Maulana Naseeb’s murder
Activists say Peshawar High Court should take suo motu notice of the killing.
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Fighting militancy: ‘US making Islamabad a scapegoat’
Lt Gen Rabbani defends govt’s dealings with N Waziristan’s militant chief.
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Petition seeks injunction for PAF to shoot down drones
According to the PHC petition, over 3,000 people have been killed in over 320 drone strikes in FATA.
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Performing arts festival: Dramas, dances and a pocketful of laughs
Students from universities all over the country participate, bag awards.
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World Thalassaemia Day: Away from the humdrum, a fun day out for those with thalassaemia
Over 150 patients have a blast at a picnic buffet.
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Administrative decisions: K-P assembly adopts Local Govt Bill 2012
Legislators claim they are committed to local body elections.
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30 killed as Waziristan fighting heats up
Helicopter gunships target arms market in Miramshah, triggering a series of explosions.
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K-P Assembly: Resolution passed for FATA representation
K-P law minister says FATA was treated as a buffer zone during the British rule.
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Conference In K-P: Int’l moot discusses intolerance in society
Director Charity Reprieve emphasises he felt no fear in Peshawar, proposes memorial for victims of drone strikes.