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Warning to Russia: Snowden asylum could imperil ties, says US
US-born fugitive says he would seek temporary asylum in Russia and then move to Latin America.
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Decision on petition: Illegal appointments case, ruling reserved
Chief justice says there could not be good governance if promotions not made on merit.
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Missing persons’ case: Police can take action against servicemen, says AG
Malik says no provision bars police from initiating inquiry against men in uniform.
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Transitions: Legendary Bollywood actor Pran dead at 93
Pran acted in over 350 films in a career spanning around 67 years.
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Presidential election: Government asks ECP to announce schedule
President Zardari’s tenure is set to expire on September 9.
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Curbing losses: Federal Investigation Authority to go after electricity thieves
Anti-power theft unit in FIA set up under PM’s instructions.
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Diplomacy: US shrugs off concerns by Pak-China closeness
Ambassador Olson says chief of Overseas Private Investment Corporation will be visiting Pakistan soon.
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PM’s aide: Govt response sought on dual nationality
According to media reports, Shujaat Azeem also holds Canadian nationality.
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Healthy highlands: Turning to organic food for its health benefits
Neelum Valley attracts tourists not just for its scenic beauty but also for the organic food.
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Tackling disasters: NADRA sets up cell for effective coordination
Officials say authority ‘fully prepared’ to tackle unwarranted emergency situation.
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Controversial legacy: Lal Masjid operation returns to haunt Musharraf
IHC orders police to book former president if the 2007 raid was a cognisable offence.
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Payback Punjab: Politicians agree to return EOBI money
Six parties in Punjab are ready to return the cash if their properties are returned to them.
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Balochistan Killing: Nephew of CM’s spokesman shot dead
Balochistan Chief Minister Dr Abdul Malik Baloch condemned the killing.
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Brutality: Killers fit bombs in victims’ bodies
The murderers had cut open the cadavers and fitted bombs inside.
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ENERGY: ‘Hydel plants capacity to be enhanced’
The meeting decided that steps would be taken for enhancing the capacity of hydel power stations.
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Social Development: USAID to help K-P, Fata recover
USAID will be spending $207,076,547 on Pakistan Transition Initiative for projects in K-P and Fata.
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Roundtable Session: US encouraged by Pakistan polls
He stressed that there was convergence of geo-strategic interests between both the states.
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Power Crisis: Denmark offers wind energy solutions
He expressed hope that the government would make all out efforts to overcome the challenges.
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Pm’s Assurance: Peace will be restored, Mengal told
Nawaz reiterates his resolve to bring Balochistan into national mainstream by restoring peace and stability.
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Better Management: ‘We will resolve workers’ problems’
He advised the FESCO employees to strictly follow safety regulations while working on live lines.
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Custodial Death: Protest against youth’s death
The protestors blocked Jhang Road and demanded that the culprits be immediately arrested.
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Stand Up Comedy: Nandos tickles customers’ funny bone
The events aimed to provide a platform to young comedians to showcase their talent.
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Education: BISE decreases fee tariff
The BISE chairman said that the education board had been receiving Rs100 per candidate in building fund.
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On a tip-off: Rangers arrest gangster Akbar Maliri
The Rangers found arms and ammunitions in possession of the accused.
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Taking charge: Muzaffar briefed about KWSB affairs
Farid told him about problems with NEPRA, Karachi Master Plan, collection of betterment charges from cantt boards.
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No safety measures?: Six labourers killed at Gadani
He added that it would be justified if the labourers launched a protest against all injustices.
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Road accidents: One killed, four others injured
All three occupants of the motorcycle were injured while the driver managed to escape along with the vehicle.
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Lyari violence: Two kutchis killed, three others wounded
Following the incident, Kutchi Rabita community members staged a protest and shouted slogans against Lyari gangsters.
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Sardar Ayaz Sadiq: A new government, a new voice
Ayaz Sadiq opens up about his political journey from PTI to PML-N.
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National security policy: Govt out to throttle terror financing
Will request Muslim states to clamp down on financial backers of sectarian, terrorist networks operating in Pakistan.
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New lifeline: Government bails PIA out yet again
Dar expresses anger at poorly-crafted summary for the package.
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Verbal directive: CDA officials ordered to keep mum
Spokesperson only staffer authorised to talk to media.
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Serving the needy: Youth assembly arranges iftar
hope Campaign kicks off in 30 districts across the country.
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Malala Day: Paying tribute to teen icon
Participants stress importance of carrying on struggle.
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HEC woes: Fate of MP-scale officers in limbo
Committee yet to come up with recommendations.
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Guidance for traffic: This Ramazan, make it home on time by tuning into FM 88.6
Traffic police will run the test transmission for at least three weeks.
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Second attempt: CDA plans for solar-powered streetlights may be eclipsed
Permission for public-private partnerships needs president’s approval.
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Collaborative education: For Korean Buddhists, it all started in Gandhara
Korean professors visit QAU’s Taxila Institute; Propose joint research.
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Disaster-prone salt range: Ten perish in motorway bus crash
Driver put bus in neutral, brakes failed leading to accident.
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Officer fighting police promotions struggles to stay alive
Son accuses police officers enjoying such promotions of sending men to kill SP Maqsood.
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Strong tides: Two drown, bodies yet to be found
According to eyewitnesses, Basit and Ihsan were taking bath in the river, when strong tides swept them away. T
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Joint investment: Chinese express interest in ginning industry
The group has offered the PCGA joint initiatives aimed at increasing cotton and yarn export, says a press release.
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Gunned down: Special police force official killed
On July 8, one person was killed and two others were injured.
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Revenue collection: PHC CJ calls for legislation to widen tax net
Justice Khan made the observation while hearing an application filed by Anees Iqbal.
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Gwadar, Balochistan security tops Nisar-Malik talks
Nisar assures Balochistan chief minister of complete support in battle against terrorism.
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Tax collection in distress: FBR imposes 5% sales tax on second-hand and worn clothes
This rate is double the 2% tax collected before the budget.
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Polio: Khyber reports 8th case as Taliban ban continues
Presence of virus confirmed in a 12-month-old from Bara.
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Inflation: Index up 0.39% during week
The SPI for combined groups was up by 0.36%.
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Currency: Rupee strengthens against dollar
The rupee ended stronger at 100.10/100.15 against the dollar, compared to Thursday’s close of 101.2/101.45.
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Insurance cover: EFU Life, Orix Leasing join hands
Orix is the largest leasing company in Pakistan with total assets of over Rs22 billion.