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Vague statement: IHC judge irked by provision of bulletproof vehicle to former CJP for ‘official use only’
Asks interior ministry to take matter seriously.
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New inductions: QAU vice-chancellor summoned
Varsity management allegedly made new appointments in violation of court orders.
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Three strikes, you’re out: Musharraf ordered to appear on Jan 16
Neither did he have a heart attack, nor is he unable to attend hearings: court.
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Availing opportunities: China’s RUYI to invest in Pakistan
Two coal-fired power plants to be constructed with 330MW capacity.
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Investment opportunity: PC approves further share-selling of state-owned units
Five lucrative companies selected for off-loading shares.
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Air travellers: Amid alarm bells, screws tightened on dollar outflow
Ministry of finance says passengers can take $5,000 each against earlier ceiling of $10,000.
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Wiling to hear you: SC disposes of Musharraf’s appeal against registrar
Maintainability of review petition on judgment against emergency referred to larger bench.
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Road tragedies: 14 killed in fatal bus accidents
The deadliest crash took place in Murree where two Rawalpindi-bound buses plunged into a ravine.
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Walls divide: After day-long closure, Bari Imam shrine reopens for public
Attempts by administration to demolish grave walls brought devotees of two sects face-to-face.
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In twin cities: Rain aggrevates people’s loadshedding woes
Rawalpindi streets flooded; gas, electricity become a rarity.
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Back on the agenda: PM constitutes body for HEC chief’s appointment
Body to select a new chief of HEC by Feb 12, the deadline set by the Islamabad High Court.
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Offloading govt stake: PIA sell-off clears the last hurdle
Privatisation Commission also approves commercial takeover of two state-owned entities.
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ECP suggests new dates for Sindh, Punjab LG election
The court also allowed Sindh United Front and Functional Muslim League to become parties to the case.
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Treason case: A trial of Musharraf’s trial
Defence says special court cannot issue arrest warrants; court to give verdict on Friday.
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Commitment: SAARC delegation discusses regional prosperity
Secretary emphasises need to overcome difficulties of organisation.
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Disease-free: UAE to send team to inspect poultry
Experts to review situation in Pakistan, lifting ban on imports a possibility.
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Change of guard: Macroeconomics chief transferred
Main coordinator of Vision 2025 sidelined without investigation.
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Circular debt piles up: Dar objects to TCP’s line of credit
National trading agency accumulates further outstanding dues, ECC told.
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ECP suggests holding Sindh, Punjab local body elections in February and March
ECP urges Sindh High Court to hold Local Body elections on Feb 23 in Sindh, and March 13 in Punjab.
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Islamabad standoff: ATC indicts Sikandar, his wife, weapon supplier
Sikandar denies all allegations against him.
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At least 15 dead as two buses collide, fall into 30 ft ravine near Murree
Injured shifted to PIMS hospital and Polyclinic Hospital in Islamabad.
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Park Enclave: Senators grill city managers for delaying project
Chair recommends civic agency ignore FIA recommendations.
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Non-conforming use: Notices served on land use violators
CDA constitutes special team to keep check on ever-increasing usage of residential units for non-conforming purposes.
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Between home and school: Students, parents annoyed by confusion
Cadd had extended winter holidays before cutting them short again.
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Musharraf bailout: Saudi royal laughs off exit deal reports
Prince Saud al Faisal says he talked about non-interference in internal affairs of other countries.
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Experts say medical report ‘inconclusive’
Cardiologists say angiography will reveal extent of blockages in arteries.
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Medical report wins ex-army chief two-day exemption
Special court will rule on the medical certificate tomorrow.
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Of art and ownership: A Gandhara tug of war
For three years now, the K-P government has been striving to bring Gandhara artefacts back to their home soil.
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Beyond borders: Let’s build trade ties with Bosnia, says minister
Hamid terms bilateral economic activity crucial for both countries.
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Energy demand: Pakistan for expediting LNG import from Yemen
Yemen minister for industry meets President Hussain.
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Looking forward : Punjab governor expresses optimism over GSP Plus
Trade preferences can potentially double exports of the country, says Sarwar.
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Ignoring directive” In defiance of court, NBP grants service extension
Two EVPs, one of them allegedly involved in concealing bad loans, win extension.
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High-level visit: Saudi foreign minister arrives in Pakistan
Will likely seek Islamabad’s support over Syria.
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Headless commission: Court orders govt to appoint HEC chairman by Feb 12
The post has been vacant for six months.
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Taliban talks: No one tasked to lead peace process, says Rashid
Information minister says PM Nawaz is spearheading the initiative.
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Healthy supply: CDA to initiate work on slaughterhouse project this month
Official says the civic body is very serious about its completion this time.
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Hollow: Populist slogans distracting people from core issues, says AWP
Left-wing party leaders say it will not be surprising if Musharraf is given an escape route.
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Show evidence: With Musharraf missing, court asks for proof of illness
Defence team asked to submit medical certificate today; prosecutor says ex-president using hospital as ‘hideout’.
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Musharraf treason trial: Shujaat offers himself for trial
PML-Q chief says all aides of Musharraf, including Gen Kayani, Pervaiz Elahi, should also be tried.
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Creating energy: Mir Ghazanfar for generating electricity from Attaabad Lake
G-B chief secretary has prepared a feasibility report for construction of 20MW electricity on site of Attaabad lake.
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Liaison: ‘Academia-industry links to be promoted’
ICCI has signed a MoU with Bahria University to conduct joint research.
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IMF assured of rising interest rate
Pakistan says it will keep purchasing dollars to buffer reserves after international lender’s criticism.
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For promotion of trade: Pakistan looks to resolve dispute with Russia
Committee formed to settle old claims made by Pakistani investors.
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Beating a retreat: Musharraf seeks exemption from court appearance today
Lawyer says even international community is concerned about his client’s health.
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Freshly brewed: Tis the time to talk tea!
To residents of the capital, Tea Tok has exciting and delightful beverages to offer.
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In review: A year’s worth of lacklustre glory for IHC
High profile cases disposed as the common man is left in the lurch.
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Righting wrongs: New PC-I for Park Enclave now in motion
Commencement of housing colony, I-15 development to begin after technical committee’s approval.
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Loadshedding blues: Woman, child hurt in stove explosion
The blast occurs when the woman returns to the kitchen in the afternoon and tries to light the stove again.
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Analysis: Govt needs to avoid polarisation
The challenge now is not to prove one tough by settling old scores but to move ahead by taking everyone along.
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Taliban talks: Govt eyes Saudi mediation for peace
Riyadh will be asked to use its ‘good offices’ and help broker a peace deal with Taliban.