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Water warriors
Since we don’t read, we become easy prey for the disinformation that goes around on such critical issues.
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Hundred days of frustration
Both the PML-N and the Tehreek-e-Insaf possibly are now realizing what it takes to be in power.
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The politics of top political offices
President must have an autonomous stature and not just be a signing machine for advice of prime minister.
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Taliban talks: A step in the right direction, says Fazlur Rehman
JUI-F urges government to reciprocate the offer to hold dialogue from the Taliban.
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National Minority Day: Service and sacrifices of minorities commemorated
Minorities in Pakistan have the same rights and responsibilities as other citizens, says member Punjab Assembly.
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Salman Khurshid asks Pakistan to own the responsibility of LoC killings
PM Nawaz Sharif has expressed regret but hasn't accepted responsibility, says Indian external affairs minister.
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Time for results: End of the honeymoon, time to deliver
PML-N government cannot ride an endless wave of goodwill.
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Let there be light: Science, technology and energy crisis
Long-term development decisions must undergo rigorous scientific, technical analysis.
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Will mediate Taliban talks if agenda is made clear: JI chief
Both government and TTP need to make serious efforts towards dialogue, says Munawar Hasan.
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Curfew in Colombo as tensions rise after mosque attack
Muslim ministers say failure to take stern action will lead to breakdown of law and order.
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Government seems unable to form counter-terrorism policy: Imran
"PTI formulating a strategy to protest continued participation of Pakistan in the War on Terror."
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Nisar calls for patience on upcoming national security policy
"Let us do our homework first," Interior Minister pleads.
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CJ takes suo motu notice of mayhem in Balochistan
“The situation of Balochistan is deteriorating day by day and there is hardly any preventive action in sight."
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Government ends peace deal with Kulachi tribes
Security forces begin conducting targeted operations in Kulachi, surrounding areas.
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Unwind: Pump up your weekend
Ms.T keeps you in the loop what to watch, do and read over the weekend.
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Recipe: Vermicelli with cinnamon, walnuts and dates
Have a go at this traditional ‘sawaiyaan’ recipe and wow your guests with added twist of cinnamon, walnuts and dates.
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Urdu floating at the edge of our Solar System
A golden record on Voyager 1 saves snippets of human culture just in case it meets new friends in space.
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No talks till Dawood and Hafiz Saeed are handed over: BJP
The BJP has been strongly against pursuing talks with Pakistan after the LoC incident on August 6.
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Afghan Taliban dismiss “illogical” Indian claim over Kashmir clash
This is the second time the Taliban has denied its involvement in the LoC clash.
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Dawood Ibrahim chased out of Pakistan: PM's special envoy
Special Envoy Shaharyar Khan says cricketing ties between Pakistan, India could be a major factor in peace process.
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Terror plot foiled: Suicide bomber gunned down inside Islamabad mosque
Six officials including Barakahu SHO suspended.
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US soldier WikiLeaks breach helped al Qaeda recruiting: Witness
Says the militant group used Manning's releases to claim that "the United States does not value human life".
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Eid in Quetta begins with bullets, death
At least 11 people killed, many injured in multiple attacks.
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When aid is doled out as Eidi
Only flood survivors who pledge their loyalty to one or other political party are beneficiaries though.
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Of Eid cards and whispers of the past
With SMS and email, the sentimental exchange of paper cards is no more.
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A quiet Eid in Lyari
Eid promises to be a subdued affair for Lyari, still reeling from the recent tragedy.
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Countering terrorism: PM vows to use ‘iron fist’ against terrorists
PM urged officials to present a draft of the Counter Terrorism Strategy by August 13.
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LoC tensions: Indian army opens fire, injures civilian on LoC
Indian defence minister blames Pakistan army for LoC attack.
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Pakistan-India tensions: PM offers to shore up truce across LOC
Convenes emergency meeting at Foreign Office, pleads for steps to remove misunderstandings with India.
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Family first: ‘The real Eid will be when my ailing mother is home’
Patients, attendants at Islamabad hospitals share their Eid plans.
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Preparations in full swing: ‘Foolproof’ security in place for Eid holidays in twin cities
Special teams will be on guard in mosques, imambargahs and open spaces where prayers will be offered.
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Climbing a mountain, using skis
Alpine skiing is popular wherever there is combination of mountain slopes, snow and sufficient tourist infrastructure.
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Commodity trading: Gold expected to climb back up, says PMEX’s head
After a year of unusual price drops, traders expect the commodity to reclaim its value.
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Free hand: Finance minister handed absolute control over economic decisions
Unlike earlier, the decisions taken by the ECC will no longer need cabinet approval .
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Sitting ducks
Taliban & cohorts have us over a barrel, helped along by those who say all will be well after US leaves Afghanistan.
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Manmohan Singh must visit Pakistan
No matter how much cross-border violence we see Nankana Sahib will remain in Pakistan and Ajmer Sharif in India.
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Where I stand: Eid shopping and memories from Swat
As they say ‘good old times’- unfortunately, in our part of the world not all times are good!
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Inhibiting violence: Sit-in planned outside Chinese embassy to protest over toy guns
Social activists, parents demand legislation to ban import, production.
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In the line of fire: ‘SSP Muhammad Hilal proudly served this nation’
The SSP was killed when a convoy was ambushed by militants in Chilas.
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Moon diaries: Eid came on Thursday to parts of Mardan, Swabi, Charsadda, FATA
Local clerics announced the end of Ramazan on Wednesday night, based on witnesses having seen the new moon of Shawal.
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Imperative to 'ensure and restore ceasefire on LoC': Nawaz
Prime Minister wants Indian and Pakistani leaderships to engage constructively to build trust and confidence.
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Students, others suffering from YouTube ban: Court told
Amicus curie Farieha Aziz was speaking before the Lahore High Court challenging the ban on YouTube.
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Moin Khan: Building a positive image of Pakistan on wheels
Khan decided to travel from San Francisco to Lahore on his motorcycle to send a positive message.
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Dicing with death for a moustache in Pakistan
A Pakistani businessman has been forced apart from his family, kidnapped, and threatened all over his moustache.
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Visa violation: New Delhi High Court orders release of Pakistani woman
In 1996, Nuzhat had applied for Indian citizenship however no decision was given.
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Blasphemous content: Review of YouTube ban after Eid
IT minister convenes meeting to furnish recommendations.
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Flaring tempers: Pakistan protests mob attack on its mission in India
Pakistani and Indian military commanders spoke by hotline on Wednesday to discuss the alleged ambush.
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Moon sighted: Saudi Arabia, Waziristan to celebrate Eid today
Several other Arab states, parts of tribal areas, mark end of Ramazan as well.
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Higher education: ‘UK still opening its arms to Pakistani students’
The new laws were meant to ensure that only ‘genuine’ students were granted visas.
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Immunisation: CDA hopes to keep capital polio free
Help from educational and health institutions sought.