Pakistan

NAB illegally occupies girls' hostel, raises their rent and diminishes already limited space.

UNFPA's report cites women as being more resilient to conflict, highlights potential of their empowerment.

The tragedy is that public perception of people who pull the strings is that they have been making a mess of things.

Ninety-three cases of dengue fever were confirmed in Lahore by various hospitals in past 24 hours.

In a bid to increase provincial autonomy five federal ministries will be transferred to provinces in November.

"I am confident that political leadership will be able to control the situation in Karachi" says PM Gilani.

Twelve legislators from the national and Punjab assemblies have been summoned to defend their academic credentials.

Saudi prince was found guilty of murdering his servant after subjecting him to a "sadistic" campaign of violence.

PM blames Capital Development Authority for its lack of initiative at developing new sectors in the city.

SBP presents list of 50 firms and individuals who had obtained loan waivers in the Supreme Court.

The funds are sought for the renovation of engines of old trains, till new locomotives are imported.

US may have been able to avoid its hunt if it had recogn­ised Afghan­istan's Taliba­n regime, says Mushar­raf.

Inquiry report into police-lawyers clash at Aiwan-e-Adl says LHC CJ, Punjab CM and chief secretary behind scuffle.

From ‘posing’ IDPs to corrupt agents, distribution of relief remains problematic for both victims and organisers.

44 new cases take total to 1,300, higher than 2006’s record.

Gunmen torch vehicles carrying supplies for Nato troops fighting in neighbouring Afghanistan.

Election authorities restored membership of 16 lawmakers after they submitted details of their assets.

Immigration officials had earlier barred Liaquat Jatoi from flight on the grounds that his name was on the ECL.

US says it is not aware of the whereabouts of Osama Bin Laden and his deputy Ayman al-Zawahiri.

Appointment of superior court judges next month is expected to be another ‘litmus test’ of govt-judiciary...

The appeal comes at a time when “the FBR is facing difficulty achieving its collection targets."

SCBA announces banning Awan’s entry into bar rooms and returns the Rs1 million cheque he had given to the association.

The govt may borrow money for daily expenses, but ministers enjoy free rides in luxurious land cruisers.

Senior offici­als from Pakist­an and the US open their dialog­ue to put their relati­onship back on track.

Supreme Court is set to announce its much-awaited verdict on Thursday.

Top PPP leaders observe alliance with MQM as important to save Karachi from further bloodshed.

Leghari had been under treatment for heart problems.

CDD, considered the most important department of Islamabad Capital Territory, also the most neglected one?

Women journalists understand and highlight social issues better than male colleagues, says US author.

Prime Minister Housing Scheme abandoned, government refusal to continue housing projects scares off investors.

CDA rejects top bid of Rs 1.35 billion, scrutinizes role of Finance Directorate for its "faulty economic policies".

CDA officials occupied official accommodations illegally, residents allotted under 'special out-of-turn reservations'.

Value-added textile sector demands formation of committee to discuss economic situation and curb hoarding of yarn.

Pakistan Tennis Federation officials have been reinstated after LHC suspends notification by sports ministry.

Umpire of the Year Aleem Dar urges Pakistan to forget controversies and increase awareness so team can regain status.

There is reason for hope that America’s voices of tolerance and plurality will eventually win out.

America and Pakistan must understand that catching someone like Osama bin Laden is possible only through cooperation.

The court has reportedly already finalised the verdict on certain petitions challenging clauses of 18th amendment.

The committee meeting, chaired by the president, is likely to discuss relationship with judiciary, media, MQM.

Militants attacked a Pakistani military convoy on Tuesday, killing three soldiers in South Waziristan.

At least 7m people still without shelter months after catastrophic floods devastated huge parts of the country.

Various media organisations derive different messages from the prime ministers speech on Sunday.

Election authorities restore membership of 16 lawmakers after they submitted details of their assets.

Supply and production bottlenecks keep iPads from store shelves while demand for iPhone outstrips supply.

Dengue cases reported from Dharam Pura, Iqbal Town, Band Road, GT Road, Misri Shah, Shad Bagh and other areas.

This is the second such attack in 24 hours on Nato tankers in Balochistan.

Standing committee of NA on education takes exception to illegal appointment of teachers at the FDEI.

A CNN report claims the Obama administration is finalising a $2b aid package for Pakistan to help it fight militancy.

The cheque had been handed to the SCBA president by Babar Awan for the welfare of the bar body's employees

National Assembly committee agrees to incorporate one of four proposals put forth by PML-N on the bill to replace NAB.