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Amendment to harassment act: Senate panel seeks law ministry’s input
Farhatullah Babar says present legislation does not protect students.
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Terror attempt: ATC awards prison terms to two Kakul attackers
In a pre dawn attack, which took place on January 27, 2012, rockets were fired at the academy.
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Saudi crown prince arrives in Islamabad
Kicks off three-day trip aimed at enhancing brotherly ties between the two countries.
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Saving snow leopards
Snow leopard is a keystone species typically found at an elevation of 3,000 to 4,000m above sea level.
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Peace initiative: PM sees attacks as ‘setback’ for talks
Govt chief negotiator says Nawaz Sharif has asked for briefing on developments in dialogue process.
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Bilawal wants world to see Pakistan’s real face
He was addressing a gathering during closing ceremony of a two-week Sindh Festival at Makli Stadium in Thatta, Sindh.
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One voice: Ulema back dialogue as only road to peace
Ulema convention appeals to govt, TTP to call a ceasefire.
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Making history: Tax details of lawmakers made public, finally
Report reinforces view that legislators contribute precious little to national exchequer.
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MQM has proof of LEAs atrocities, says Altaf Hussain
Says officials should come clean about force’s involvement in the killing and abduction of party workers.
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Judicial activism: CJ calls for protecting constitutional values
Says true democracy is unattainable until such values are safeguarded.
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JJVL head defends LPG quota allotment
Appears before FIA’s inquiry committee, which submits its report before SC.
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Retrospectively: Homage to Mansur Aye
Exhibit displays work spanning over half century.
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ACE sports fest: Celebrating competition, camaraderie
The day started with a march past of all grades dressed in vibrant colours.
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Civil, political rights: A land where rights remain a dream
UN convention requires signatory states to take necessary steps for protection of rights.
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Sonic ecstasy: For the love of music
The true spirit of Valentine’s Day found its manifestation in glorious renditions of classic tunes.
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BB murder case: Prosecutor claims govt pulled his security
Special Public Prosecutor Azhar says he has been facing threats but provincial govt is not providing him with security
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Nuclear safety: Eagle-eyed PNRA staff keeps watch over facilities
The authority works independently of PAEC to keep plants safe and secure.
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Bureaucratic red tape: Two years on, saving lives still not a priority
Plans afoot to include zinc to prevent deaths from diarrhoea.
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The new age: Holographic impressions that leave a mark on minds
The Sooper Holographic Mall Activity attempts to attract customers through visual stimulation.
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For the love of books: Children’s Literature Festival grows up with own identity
Organisers expect a large number of schoolchildren at the two-day festival from Feb 21.
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Portal tries to offer all solutions to auto lovers
CEO says pakwheels.com highlights industry issues, arranges auto shows.
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All but 100 parliamentarians filed taxes for fiscal year 2012-2013: Tax Directory
Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif paid Rs2.65 million in income tax for the year ending June 30, 2013.
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European investment bank extends support for renewable power projects in Pakistan
EIB interested in Pakistan's wind power projects and will analyse country's overall energy generation potential.
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Icons of Pakistani art
Ejaz Art Gallery pays a commercial tribute to twelve art masters through an exhibit.
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Labels’ new face from the digital space
Meet the latest brand ambassador on the block — fashion blogger Zunera Mazhar.
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Pakistan reclaims record for largest human flag
29,040 students come together to reclaim the record Pakistan had first broken in 2012.
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Taliban have given a positive response: Nawaz Sharif
Nawaz also said that terror related activities should stop during the talks.
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Pakistan's displaced families put faith in peace talks
The dialogue has ignited hopes for some refugees desperate for good news after years of hardship.
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Former K-P CM tells NAB he began his own inquiry in weapons purchase scam
Appears before investigation team a day ahead of scheduled date.
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United we stand: Afghan Taliban asked to join peace process
Pakistan, Afghanistan and Turkey emphasise regional stability, harmony.
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Spectrum auction: Government trying to lure fresh bidders
Road shows in Saudi Arabia, Qatar; bid price can only be met if a new bidder enters market.
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Crimes against women: ‘There are more honour killings than we know’
Not every case makes it to the media, says Dr Nasrullah.
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Drone activist ‘grilled, tortured’
Karim’s brother and teenage son were killed in a drone attack in Mir Ali, North Waziristan in December 2009.
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Fresh appointment: PIA picks flight operations director
The committee interviewed 15 candidates and three were cleared shortlisted.
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Legislative solutions: Gas theft ordinance tabled in Senate
Legislation proposes gas utility coats in districts.
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Threat to minorities: Imran condemns hate video
Says Islam does not sanction forcible conversions.
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A legend of the left
My friendship with Naseer Humayun did much to enrich my leftist leanings.
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Reject Imran’s remarks: Nisar, Shahbaz say army is ‘fully capable’
Interior minister, CM Punjab meet to discuss law and order.
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Senate session: Government waters down figures on death-row convicts
HRCP refutes government figure of 547 persons.
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Guns and roses: Valentine’s Day celebrations spark controversy
Firing incident in Peshawar University leaves one student injured.
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Job jeopardy: Over 1,800 CDA employees’ fate hangs in the balance
Establishment Division ordered not to renew contracts of temporary employees.
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Non-conforming use: CDA ordered to take action against violators
IHC wants stay orders by business owners vacated.
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Fake broadcast centre: Probe initiated against PTV’s ex-MD Kamal
Kamal allegedly forged documents and used them to secure payments issued for construction of 4 broadcasting centres.
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Of a maverick: Kishwar Naheed — an iconoclast
Speakers portray Naheed firebrand resistance poet, a kind friend and mother-figure.
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PCB in a flux: Miandad quits as director general
PCB will discuss cricket legend’s decision at meeting expected next week.
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Impromptu art: Unleash your inner artist
At a pop-up party at a mall, guests are invited to paint .
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Negligence: Cop demoted
A police officer has been demoted for conducting faulty investigation in a car-lifting case.
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Change of guard: EPI gets new head
Dr Ejaz Khan assumes charge as immunisation programme national manager.
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Religious decree: ‘Constitution completely in line with Sharia’
Govt obtains fatwa from cleric Rafi Usmani to preempt demands for enforcement of Sharia by Taliban.
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Mutual cooperation: Pakistan, Egypt to strengthen bilateral ties
A memorandum of understanding for cooperation in the field of tourism was signed by the two countries.