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Bank Heist : Robbers steal a million rupees
The security guard of the bank was brutally beaten by the robbers.
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Busted: Suspected militant arrested
When the car stopped, two suspected militants managed to escape while their accomplice was taken into custody.
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High hopes: CM delineates role of consultants
This step will prove a milestone in the elimination of corruption and the commission mafia.
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Acknowledging Effort: IAEA director calls on PM, president
The premier said Pakistan Atomic Energy Commission (PAEC) is helping the country to meet its power requirements.
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Corruption Alleged: NAB cases against Sharifs dismissed
Justice Sardar Muhammad Shamim Khan heard the appeals.
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‘Derogatory remarks’ case: For reconsideration, SC refers lawyer’s apology to IHC judge
Court to resume hearing today.
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Reshuffle: Cops play musical chairs
The capital police on Tuesday witnessed a major reshuffle.
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Healthcare crisis: In Pindi hospitals, no nurses but beds aplenty
Busiest govt hospitals in garrison city face staff shortages.
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HEC takes steps to improve education
Plans to evaluate 300 colleges for minimum standards.
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Viewpoint: Rights activist criticises US role in war on terror
Professor Khurshid Ahmad in said that US policymakers should realise that “terrorism” was not born on 9/11.
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Under the weather: Rain, snow lash region
Parts of Rawalpindi flooded by clogged drains; most major roads in AJK blocked by snow, landslides.
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Metro bus project: Capital’s civic managers cave in to pressure from Punjab govt
CDA approves PC-1 of 14km section of project.
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Target killing: ASWJ activist gunned down
Pirwadhai SHO Ishtiaq Ahmad Cheema confirmed the incident and said deceased was member of ASWJ
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Katcheri attack: Judicial commission to start hearings today
Constituted a day after the attack, it was restrained from working due to SC suo motu.
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Reforms: Call for review of education system
Dean suggested steps should be taken which may lead to the improvement of the educational system
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Launch: Capitalising on the web: initiative to empower women entrepreneurs
Experts share ways social media marketing can help grow their businesses.
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Convocation ceremony: After years of waiting, a day of pride and joy
136 graduates of Islamabad Medical and Dental College awarded degrees.
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Peace process: Names for new govt committee shortlisted
Members likely to be unveiled in a day or two; civil and military leaders finalise dialogue strategy.
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Marital matters: Underage marriage [Nikkah] not un-Islamic: CII
Recommends right for children to revoke underage marriage after reaching puberty.
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Illegal transfers: FIA arrest forex dealer, seize Rs24m
The AHTC officials says an agent, Faisal, has been arrested.
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Armed with the original Peshawari Chappals, businessman fights back
CEO of a retailer to take initiative against British designer Paul Smith.
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Currency: Rupee strengthens against dollar
The rupee ended higher at 99.55/99.65 against the dollar compared to Monday’s close of 101.00/101.10.
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Official talks: PM welcomes Australian investment
Prime Minister said that Pakistan attaches importance to cordial ties with Australia.
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Alternative options: 15 LPG stations to open in three months
“It is high time to clinch the market when the government finds it hard to provide CNG to stations,” says Khokhar.
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Summoning session: MQM tables motion on Thar tragedy
Joint opposition parties have also decided to request the speaker to summon the assembly session on drought-hit Thar.
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Food for thought: Hunger pays visit to all in Tharparkar
The situation worsened during drought but area has always been food insecure.
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Who’s to blame? : Sindh searches for the culprits behind Thar’s famine
Speakers at the forum blame the government and want ration provision to victims.
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Tharparkar tragedy
People in Thar have died of bad governance as much as drought and this is a matter of national shame.
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Indian lyricist Javed Akhtar under fire for comments on suspended Kashmiri students
Akhtar said that the suspended Kashmiri students should have been rusticated instead of being restored by varsity.
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Helping hand : Bahria Town to donate for Thar
The aid will be provided to families as part of the organisation’s charter for social responsibility.
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Bomb blast: Gas pipeline exploded at Jamshoro
After the pipeline explosion, the supply of gas was suspended to some parts of Karachi.
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Road safety: ‘80% of traffic accidents can be avoided’
Over 12,000 people are killed and around 50,000 people are injured in road traffic accidents every year.
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Famine in Thar (II)
What is really needed is sincerity and commitment to the cause of Tharparkar.
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Famine in Thar
Do the members of the Sindh cabinet have any conscience?
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Cricket World T20: Wasim tips Pakistan amongst favourites
Wasim said Pakistan must enter the World Twenty20 with a positive frame of mind.
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Ambassador Jilani presents credentials to Barack Obama at White House
Ambassador Jalil Abbas Jilani had assumed his office on January 2, 2014.
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Responding to tragedy: Lives continue to be lost as aid trickles into Thar
Sindh chief minister decides to replace provincial relief minister Makhdoom Jameeluz Zaman.
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Peshawar's chappal makers deem Paul Smith's 'Robert sandal' outdated
The new sandal from Paul Smith has amused shopkeepers in Peshawar, both for its $500 price tag and its outdated look.
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Pakistan's nuclear programme for civil energy purposes, says Nawaz
Prime Minister reaffirms Pakistan's commitment to non-proliferation of nuclear technology.
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Saeed Rizvi steps up his game in film-making
Director plans on learning new production and directorial techniques from Hollywood.
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Baring her soul through art
Internationally-acclaimed artist Huma Bhabha talks about finding beauty in unexpected places.
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NAPA Theatre Festival 2014: Stumped!(?) A cricketing perspective
The play explored the phenomenon of match-fixing, a dark reality that has marred this game for a long time.
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No proposal under consideration for Taliban office
Senators from the opposition walk out, demand Chief Minister K-P to address the statement made by his minister.
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Malaysia probes passenger backgrounds for clues on missing flight
At least two passengers on board had used stolen passports, raising suspicions of foul play.
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Missing: 90% of funds allocated for Mithi Hospital in Thar remain unaccounted
The funds constituted the Sindh Zakat and Ushr Department’s yearly grant for Mithi hospital.
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Cops providing security to polio workers killed in DI Khan
The two men were identified as Constable Muhammad Idrees and Constable Muhammad Ilyas.
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'Immoral activities': Evidence provided by Jamshed Dasti not enough, declares committee
Dasti had accused parliamentarians of bringing alcohol, hashish, dancing women to Parliament Lodges.
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Appointment: New PRCS chief takes charge
Dr Saeed Elahi has been appointed chairman of the Pakistan Red Crescent Society.
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Brazen attack: Man, son shot dead
Unidentified gunmen shot dead a man and his son after storming their shop on Tipu Road.
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Lack of evidence: Suspected drug smuggler acquitted
Police recovered 15 kilogrammes of hashish from his possession and registered a case against him.

















































