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Shuffled Around: SHC orders transfer of judges
Imdad Hussain Khoso has been transferred from Malir to a post vacant in Larkana.
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Improving Traffic Flow: KMC to charge for parking at bazaars
The Karachi Metropolitan Corporation (KMC) has decided to impose a parking fee in ‘Bachat Bazaars’.
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Gandhara Relics: Bail for brother of container owners
Tahir Qayyum Butt, brother of the truck owners, was granted bail by Judicial Magistrate (East).
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Cm’s Shikarpur Visit: ‘Power outages to end by 2015’
The local body elections will be held soon, said the chief minister of Sindh, Qaim Ali Shah on Monday.
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Welcome Back: Reception for Dr Chishty on July 25
He is a faculty member and alumnus of the microbiology department who recently returned to Pakistan.
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Poisoned: Two die from snakebite
A man and a woman, died on Monday after being bit by snakes.
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Olympics: Pakistan slams visa scam claims
The Sun’s reports termed ‘baseless’ by chef de mission.
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Tennis: Cibulkova eases past Bartoli in final
Romped to a 6-1 7-5 victory over top-seed Marion Bartoli.
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Football: Drogba shines on Shanghai debut
Expertly setting up the equalising goal in a 1-1 draw away to Guangzhou R&F.
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Cricket: Ramazan cricket fever hits Karachi
Left-hand batsman Mohammad Waqas scored an unbeaten 67 to help Wallstreet stun Advance Telecom.
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Football: Rodgers wants to keep Skrtel
Rodgers said they had not received any offers.
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Cricket: Pradeep replaces Kulasekara for ODIs
Replacement for the injured Nuwan Kulasekara for the remaining four ODI against India.
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Cricket: Thunder snap up Afridi, Gayle
Australia’s Big Bash League side Sydney Thunder secured two of the biggest names in Twenty20 cricket.
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Golf: Woods moves up to 2nd in rankings
“It’s part of golf and we all go through these phases,” said Woods.
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Shortfall increases by 420 MW after private power plants develop fault
NTDC says problems will be resolved soon, restoring 1070 MW into the system.
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Cricket: South Africa beat England in first Test
Beat the hosts by an innings and 12 runs and securing their first win at the Oval.
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Sanjay Rajoura: An Indian comedian comes to town
Comedian Sanjay Rajoura has brought new flavour to the Indian comedy scene.
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Shaista Zaid last bulletin on PTV News 1969-2012
Shaista Zaid last bulletin on PTV News 1969-2012
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Pakistani media’s fight against corruption: A Case Study for Afghan Media
It is widely believed Afghan journalists can follow footsteps of those in Pakistan by unveiling corruption cases.
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'People started judging me before watching Astaghfaar'
Actor says she is very religious, no third person can judge how religious she is.
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YouTube video of the day: Dancing in sync at Port Grand
Video features a crowd of twenty-somethings, mostly dressed in white, dancing to Katy Perry’s single 'Firework'.
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Dr Arsalan claims he did not receive NAB's notice: Report
Dr Arsalan Iftikhar expresses distrust in the joint investigation team.
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Unopposed: Rehman Malik re-elected as senator
Malik says nobody is above the law and that it should be equal for everyone.
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London 2012: JIT to probe UK-travel scam claims
The Sun claims it busted a scam regarding travel staff offering fake passports, visas and entry into the London 2012
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Don’t go after my age, look at my experience: New CEC
Justice (retd) Fakhruddin G Ebrahim takes oath as new chief election commissioner; CJ administers oath.
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Renouncing genocide: APML condemns Burma violence
Urges Muslim countries across the world to come forward to rescue Muslims from the cruelties.
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Minority rights: Pakistan to host interfaith conference
Leaders of different faiths from more than 50 countries will participate.
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Ramazan pick: Dates are an iftari favourite
There are more than 150 varieties of dates produced in Pakistan.
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Abducted: BMC surgeon kidnapped in Mastung
Investigations were underway while no one had claimed responsibility for the abduction.
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Petitions against contempt law: Federation seeks time from SC
AG says case is first of its kind and that a period of two weeks should be granted to the federation.
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Cash for kidneys: Pakistan’s flourishing trade in illegal transplants
Experts, officials say foreigners would think twice about violating the existing law if it was properly implemented.
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The future of Pak-Afghan media cooperation
Journalists on both sides of Durand Line are facing difficulties owing to the dearth of direct information sources.
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NA-151 by-election: Qureshi denies PTI lent support to Bosan
Says Gilani’s marginal win should be an eye-opener for PPP.
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Kabul blames Pakistan for cross-border shelling
Afghan official says such attacks will have negative impact on Pak-Afghan ties.
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Men surpass women on new electoral rolls
Acting election commissioner says 100% error-free rolls not possible.
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Joint investigation team: Police to ensure presence of Dr Arsalan
Suleman and Khalil to also appear before the bureau today at 11:00 am sharp.
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Pakistan to ratify UN’s child soldier treaty
States ratifying the protocol had also condemned the use of children in hostilities by armed groups.
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New contempt law: Presidential immunity up for debate at court hearing
Prime Minister Ashraf and law minister pore over a legal strategy for the cases scheduled this week.
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Power outages: Ulema threaten to protest
Pesco authorities cutting electricity supply from 12 to 15 hours, especially during Sehr and Iftar.
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AJK transporters reduce rates, start overloading
The owners that have complied have lowered fares by Rs10.
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Ephedrine quota: MNA challenges inquiry in court
MNA challenged ANF’s proceedings, saying that the agency cannot question him about the allocation of ephedrine quota.
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Acid and burn victims: Sensitised questioning and permission beforehand hallmark of ethical reporting
Journalists get trained on how to better report on acid, burn crimes.
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Injured persons amendment act 2012: Doctors oppose criminalisation of medical negligence
The law, approved in principle by NA, has been forwarded to the standing committee.
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Road safety: A day after fatal accident, ITP plans to train transporters
Police say they will instruct public transporters and government school drivers on safe driving practices.
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Ramazan deals in Islamabad: Options galore to indulge your taste buds
If you love to eat and try something new each time, then there are plenty of places to go in Islamabad.
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‘Sasta bazaars’: High prices, low quality of items keeping buyers away
Locations of markets cited as hindrance for potential customers.
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Admissions open: AIOU opens autumn 12 applications
Admission forms and prospectuses for all programmes offered are available from the sale points at the main campus
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Tragedy: Man killed in road accident
his car was hit by a speeding Suzuki Bolan
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Analysis: PPP playing it close to the heart
If elections are held on time, the ruling alliance will have to face the combined onslaught of PML-N, PTI, JI and DPC.
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City management: Town administrators shuffled around
Additional Collector (Revenue) has been given additional charge as Samanabad Town administrator.