Islamabad

Say certain influentials took direct connections from canals, causing severe dearth of drinking and irrigation water.

The promotions were made by former PM Ashraf in the last days of PPP govt.

Says existing legislation has gaps and lacunas that provide carteblanche to terrorists.

Diyat is used to discourage lawlessness, not for the rich to escape justice: CJ.

Decides to sell one-fourth or more shares of institutions including PIA and Pakistan Steel.

Senators admonish CDA for allowing commercial activities in National Park area.

The confusion leads back to the varsity’s creation during Musharraf’s regime.

Police sources said Matiullah was crossing a railway track when he was crushed by a train.

33% seats for women demanded in upcoming LG polls.

Criticise govt for poor response to militancy.

Civilian employees of the agency claimed they were being discriminated against.

Rehman requested people to inform the emergency service immediately in case of any accident or disaster.

Suha urgently needs a lung transplant, but there is no word from UNHCR doctor.

Leaders seek land for peasants, shelter for slum dwellers.

The government is taking appropriate measures to overcome the power shortage, says minister.

PM inaugurates the project, says it will ease energy shortage.

Policy guidelines include offering 3G, 4G and LTE spectrum for auction.

“Islam has rulings but they are not implemented, leading to an increase in crime,” Chief Justice Chaudhry says.

Khursheed Shah hopes consensus will be reached in today’s meeting.

Party leader Saad Khursheed urges restraint in using force against militant groups.

A committee under finance minister to finalise procedure.

All provincial governments, except Khyber-Pakhunkhwa, have completed preparations.

Stresses uniform local bodies tenure throughout the country.

Chief justice says public being punished for wrongdoings of a few.

Police and Rangers raids are ‘100% based on intelligence reports’, says Sindh government.

Cleric says Wafaqul Madaris could play role if formally requested by govt.

Says Islamabad is working with Beijing but Paris has not received request.

The project is expected to take 16 months for completion and would be operational by December 2014.

Chinese company believes power crisis has developed huge market for product.

Lack of maintenance and missing facilities keep visitors away.

The two-day conference was attended by nearly 200 delegates from home and abroad.

Students who graduated between June 2011 and Jan 2013 receive degrees.

Discussion highlighted weaknesses in education system and lackluster community response.

PIMS report declared him medically fit.

Pak-EPA had pointed out the outdated machine was a serious health risk.

Availability of drug is limited due to unawareness, low price.

CCI to discuss role this month.

Import policy and industry practices to be reviewed to protect consumer rights.

Believes Pakistan economy will pick up pace following wide-ranging reforms.

We will continue the relief work for our Baloch brethren even if attacks continue, says Major General Samrez Salik.

Apex court gives two days to submit reply; govt says it is ready to review new tariff notification.

Pakistan's one-time military strongman is under house arrest, but enjoying detention de luxe.

Naval, air chiefs and a top army officer are potential candidates for the post.

In a written statement, AGP sought consultation over Qisas waiver in the murder case.

Senior ECP official says the commission will continue to accept statements till October 15.

Mauritius High Commissioner Rashad Duraewood views the book, as an invitation to Pakistanis to visit the island.

CDA project also involves building a giant Ferris wheel at Lake View Park.

Katchi abadis in I-11 were target of recent police operation against ‘criminals’.

Fatal disease increasing at alarming rate among young adults.

Artists explore relationship with their inner selves, surroundings.