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From dark skins to white masks, the gori details of women’s quest for fairness
Glutathione isn’t approved in the US but is popular in many clinics and administered via IV and injection.
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Human rights violations: Pakistan detained, tortured at CIA behest, states report
Open Society Justice Initiative report says Islamabad permitted detention operations.
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Ending exploitation: Wapda employees to stage sit-in
A 138-point charter of demands had already been presented to the Managing Director of PEPCO.
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Gas woes: G-sectors facing ‘low-pressure’
Majority of CNG stations in the city are closed, but the people are still not getting gas at their houses, says Ali.
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Way forward: Local leaders vow to work for conflict resolution at community level
Five-day workshop at SDPI concludes.
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Illegal stay: Govt decides to free 35 Nigerian prisoners
Decision taken after Nigerian authorities made formal request to Islamabad.
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Kashmir Solidarity Day: Celebrating the brave spirit
Cultural programmes and festival organised to support Kashmiris.
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Facing plagiarism charges, FBISE chairperson gets promotion
Dr Khan had got a stay order to halt action against her.
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HEC bill: Legislators back track on proposed amendments
Criticism from educators has led to many bill supporters pulling an about face.
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Drainage woes: Sleepless and hungry, poor residents go
Incessant rains trigger landslides, inundates low-lying areas, slums.
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Chilly weather: Rain, snowfall forecast for next 24 hours
Strong western disturbance is affecting most parts of the country and likely to persist for another two to three days
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Saved: 40 stranded boat passengers rescued
The people of Gojal are facing hardships as the helicopter service to the valley is suspended for the last five days.
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Solidarity Day: Kashmir is a human issue says PM Ashraf
Renews support for Kashmiris in their struggle for right to self-determination.
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Inclement weather: K-P bears the brunt of nature’s fury
Avalanches and house collapses, triggered by rainfall kill at least 45 people across the country.
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Deadly turf war: Over 2,500 families flee Tirah Valley
Out of Khyber Agency, displaced people are now fighting for survival.
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Disaster averted: BDS defuses two bombs
As a precautionary measure, the road was blocked and nearby houses were evacuated during the BDS operation.
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Pakistan women skiers hope for international events
Wali sisters keen to earn enough points to qualify for Winter Olympics.
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Educational issues
Schools are the right place to begin such sex education campaigns, naturally in an appropriate fashion.
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Boards, windows break
According to Met officials, the highest wind speed recorded was 60 kilometres per hour.
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Fake medicines: Five arrested in factory raid
The factory had been producing counterfeit life-saving drugs.
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Security: Rs12m to be spent on graveyard walls
There are over 40 graveyards in the district.
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Antiques discovery: Centuries-old coins found from soil
Villagers said almost 50 coins carrying Persian inscription had been discovered so far.
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Polio campaign meeting: Two doctors dismissed for absence
On Monday, the Health Department called an emergency meeting to discuss the campaign.
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Life’s not a video game: Six injured in firing over kids’ squabble
Police said they had not received a complaint yet.
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Malala’s quest for peace
Nobel for Malala would be a slap in the face for those who concocted conspiracy theories regarding the Taliban attack.
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Surveying hunger: ‘Only 6.76% in farmers’ families eat three meals a day’
Pakistan Kissan Trust launches report on food security in South Punjab.
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Conflict of interests: WAPDA employees to stage sit-ins
138-point charter of the demands had already been presented to the managing director of Pepco.
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Investment, trade activities: ‘Pakistan expects Turkey to boost ties’
KayaTurk extended his full support for strengthening cooperation between the government of Sindh and Turkey.
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Credit ratings: PACRA assigns ‘A’ ratings to IESCO
Ratings of IESCO derive strength from the ownership of Government of Pakistan through the Ministry of Water and Power.
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Appointment: Reda takes over as Lafarge Pakistan CEO
Lafarge Pakistan Cement owns and operates cement plant in Punjab with annual production capacity of 2.4 million tons.
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ACCA survey says outlook on global economy remains dim
Reports nominal decrease in business confidence, higher redundancies.
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Pakistani artists plus Bollywood equals drama and politics
Our musicians choose to record music on neutral grounds and not in India.
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Suspended Balochistan chief minister tenders resignation
Raisani sends his resignation to mediator JUI-F's Muhammad Khan Shirani.
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PTI says nothing personal against Asma Jahangir, does not fit caretaker prime minister criterion
PTI says the ECP has failed to implement SC orders, should be reconstituted. Calls for Zardari's resignation.
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Hafiz Saeed urges India to ‘leave Kashmir’
JuD chief expresses support for all Kashmiri leaders, says Kashmir will see independence soon.
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‘Make Us Permanent’: 200 teachers stage protest in Quetta
Teachers decide to continue their sit-in at the Hockey Chowk after negotiations with the government failed.
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Resting [not] in peace: Three men held for demolishing graves
They might be selling the skeletons to medical companies and individuals practicing black magic, says SHO.
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Wedding preparations: Boxer Amir Khan visits Lahore
Khan visits Data Darbar shrine to pray for his success, says he will invite Shahid Afridi to his wedding.
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Pml-F Pledges: ‘Will support efforts against terrorism’
ANP extends invitation to PML-F for participation in the All Parties Conference against terrorism.
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Change in plans: MQM activists pray for Hussain’s health
Altaf Hussain is reportedly suffering from a chest infection and high temperature.
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New ventures : Culture dept to build heritage institute
Minister for Culture Sassui Palijo is expected to be the chief guest at the occasion.
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Snooker: Carter wins third German Masters title
England’s Ali Carter beats Hong Kong’s Marco Fu to win €60,000 top prize and his third world-ranking title.
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Kashmir girl band quits after fatwa
Teenage rock band quits after region's top Muslim cleric declares their music 'un-Islamic'.
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Football: Balotelli scores two on Milan debut
Mario Balotelli secures a precious win for AC Milan over Udinese.
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Football: Man United to play Hong Kong friendly
Manchester United will play in Hong Kong for the first time in eight years as part of the club’s pre-season tour.
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Football: Controversial rule left off IFAB agenda
The controversial triple punishment, involving player giving away penalty, is sent off and suspended.
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Popular news show: BBC Urdu , Express News collaborate to air Sairbeen
The partnership is a manifestation of BBC’s trust in Express News’ credibility.
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Narrow escape: Man pledges daughter in gambling
Terms demand marrying the daughter to a 12-year-old boy, but the girl’s mother intervened saving her daughter.
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Lollywood woes: Man with censor’s scissors outlines new agenda
New board chairman promises ambitious censorship policies to improve the film culture.
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Cricket: Australia to send advance party to India
Australia will send eight players to India to help acclimatise to the playing conditions ahead of the Test series.