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‘False allegations’ MNA, top FIA officials put on notice
MNA Qadir Gilani seeking criminal action against PML-N legislator.
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Pakistan’s spending on education a third of what UN recommends: Laghari
Two-day conference on business, economy begins.
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Pakistan Mountain Festival: Artists from mountains enthral audience from the twin cities
Young artists from G-B, Kashmir and K-P perform in regional languages.
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An exhibit screaming out-of-the-box
Two young artists display refreshing contemporary art pieces.
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HEC capers: Just when he thought he was out, they pull him back in
In a surprise move, HEC chairman terms Naqvi’s appointment valid.
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Zakat disbursal: Patients suffer as charity fund stays at home
PIMS has not received its share from Zakat fund since July, needy patients suffering.
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Diversion: PTCL staffs loosen up at racing event
The event offered a chance to staff from various departments of the company to come together and have fun.
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Annoyance: Sewage water, a nuisance in F-6
Gutters are overflowing on the streets, the water from which is also affecting the condition of the roads.
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Elections 2013: Voting system for IDPs still unclear
Political parties begin campaign to woo residents of relief camps.
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Anti-polio campaign: ‘No child should be left behind’
The national polio campaign will start from December 17 to 19
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Bomb blast: House of retired FC official targeted
Wazir said that Gul has no personal disputes with anyone nor did he receive any threats from militant groups.
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Leather industry: ‘Pakistanis can import cheaper hides from Sri Lanka’
PTA delegation to visit Expo 2013 being held in Colombo in February 8-10.
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Ban on retail outlets: Telenor increases SIM prices to avoid slump in profits
The increase in SIM prices by Telenor is a strong sign that other operators will follow suit.
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Duty-free access: ‘France a major trading partner in EU’
Pakistan should trace diversified markets in Europe so that we are be able to maximise our exports, says Baig.
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Equity market regulator: SECP briefs finance committee
The committee directed the SECP officials to prepare a detailed report on its performance.
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Currency: Rupee stable against dollar
The local currency may fall further due to high dollar demand from importers, a dealer said.
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Transitions: ‘Mozart of India’ Ravi Shankar dies at 92
Menuhin, himself widely considered one of the greatest violinists of the 20th century, compared Shankar to Mozart.
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Damning indictment: 67% of lawmakers may have paid no taxes at all in 2011
Investigative report says more than 60% of cabinet did not file tax returns either.
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Tax evasion : FBR to serve notices to 300 lawmakers
FBR will ask the non-filers to deposit a penalty of Rs5,000 and file the tax returns within the stipulated time.
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Astronomical numbers: Stunned cabinet seeks explanation from NAB chief
Bureau’s report holds that daily corruption amounts to Rs6-7b; PM summons Fasih Bokhari
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PM's epoxy: Transporters agree to call off strike after negotiations
Government agrees to form five new checkposts on Northern Bypass, buy their own containers.
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Blind T20 World Cup: We will bring the title home, says Pakistan captain
Zeeshan Abbasi confident of taming India in today’s final.
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Sessions Court: CCTV cameras out of order again
There are a total of 59 cameras at the Sessions Court.
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‘Forget retirement, I’m targeting Rio 2016’
Former captain Abbasi rejuvenated after successful Champions Trophy; credits coaches for winning show.
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House Raid: Proclaimed offender killed, three flee
The station house officer says that the police raided a house in Muslim Town on a tip-off.
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Judicial policy: Bar calls strike over disposal deadline
The bar’s executive committee says the deadline was not feasible.
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LDA: Commercialisation to be halted at 48 roads
LDA has also decided not to permit temporary commercialisation on roads other than the 48 roads after December 2013.
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Trespass: Man killed, house looted
The robbers fled with cash, gold jewellery and foreign currency worth millions of rupees.
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High pressure: Man killed in air tank explosion
Witnesses says windows of nearby shops broke due to the explosion.
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Pandit Ravi Shankar: Reactions from Pakistan
Shankar’s journey as a musician was not just a journey of one man, but a whole region.
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Dual office: 'Courts are here to enforce judgements, not convict or disqualify'
LHC chief justice hears contempt of court petition against President Zardari.
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Nearly three-quarters of Pakistan girls not in school
New UN report shows out-of-school girls outnumber their male counterparts.
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PTI student wing challenges HEC director’s removal in IHC
Petition filed in Islamabad High Court says only 18-member HEC commission can appoint an executive director.
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2 killed, 8 injured in Karachi blast
Low-intensity explosive device was planted near a tea restraunt in Landhi: SSP
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Cabinet approves 4 more seats for minorities in National Assembly
At present, a total of 10 seats in the National Assembly are reserved for minorities.
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Court can only give suggestions in presidential reference: SC
SC hears reference on appointment of superior courts’ judges filed by President Zardari.
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Report unmasks tax evasion among Pakistan leaders
Report says more than 60% of Pakistan's cabinet and two thirds of its federal lawmakers paid no tax last year.
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Ashraf asks Afghanistan to avoid 'baseless' allegations against Pakistan
PM says Afghan government should provide solid proof regarding attack on their spy chief.
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Do not vote for parties with militant wings, PTI chief advises Karachi
PTI chief says his party's alliance is with the youth of Pakistan.
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Indian SC orders Dr Khalil Chishti’s release
Indian Supreme Court says prosecution’s evidence was contradictory and not trustworthy.
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Reko Diq Case: CJ says contract in breach of law
Says Pakistan Steel Mills contract was cancelled by the SC as it also was in violation of the law.
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Obstructing probe?: FIA officers transferred to save visa consultant
Notification issued by cabinet secretariat.
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Legalising wiretapping: Parliamentary body rushes to clear fair trial legislation
PML-N, MQM reservations ignored by parliamentary committee on law and justice.
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Rise in crashes raise concerns about health of ageing PAF fleet
Many accidents have occurred because of technical problems.
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Boxing: Time for Pacquiao to retire, says Hatton
Manny Pacquiao was brutally knocked out in Las Vegas over the weekend.
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Football: Lazio held, Udinese grab win
Lazio went into their 16th match of the campaign unbeaten in their last four fixtures.
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Cricket: Ponting absence keenly felt, says Cowan
Ricky Ponting’s retirement has left a big leadership void in Australia’s Test side.
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Squash: World champion Matthew made to fight
Matthew was made to fight for survival before coming through 8-11, 11-5, 11-5, 11-5 against Alexander.
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Athletics: India orders fresh polls in athletics body
Sports ministry set aside the election of president, secretary and treasurer in the AFI held in April this year.