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VCs meeting: ‘National commission for curriculum’ on the cards
Commission to have rotating head from provinces and the federal government, says minister.
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Palace politics: In homes for the elected, the unelected are kings
CDA chief’s allotment of suites in MNA Hostel irks legislators.
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Energy woes: Experts say Pakistan’s N-plants under IAEA safeguards
The new power plants is a relatively low-cost solution to energy problems.
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Bilateral ties: Denmark keen to increase trade, investment in Pakistan, says envoy
Offers expertise in renewable energy, assistance in social sector.
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Population planning: Pakistan can fill contraceptive need gap
Planning division official says unspent funds can cover gap after donor deal ends in 2014.
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Pakistan Protection Ordinance: New law voted down by rights advocates
Say it may be used to harass people promoting civil liberties.
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LPG price likely to go up by Rs42 per kilo
Global gas prices increase as countries head into winter season.
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Steps underway: Sugar mills to cater to needs of big power consumers
Seek incentives, use of coal as fuel for power co-generation projects.
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No relief: December cut in oil prices ruled out
Petroleum ministry criticises role of OGRA.
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Faiza Shaikh: Painting music on canvas
Artiste’s work draws inspiration from Rumi and Sufism.
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Pakistani media: Experts counsel better training, efficient complaint system
80 per cent journalists in Pakistan are aged 40 or younger, says Individualland Pakistan Director.
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Govt neglect: Pharma industry warns of plants closure
Reps said several companies have shifted abroad while others stopped production.
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Conference: New innovations for health
Speakers will present research papers on ‘minimal access surgery, nutrition, critical care and vascular surgery.
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Neglected and vandalised: Polytechnic institute to open in Mera Begwal college
AIOU to offer courses in five disciplines by mid-2014.
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Maternal, neonatal mortality: Low-cost innovations can save lives
Speaker says educated mothers can take better care of themselves.
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F-9 Park grid station: CDA drops ball in IESCO’s court
Says environment impact assessment should be taken into account before construction.
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In vain: Rights activists criticise government’s hazy ‘national agenda’
Secretary information says YouTube ban not in his control.
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Gross offences: In fury at drone strikes, PTI ‘outs CIA station chief’
Writes application to K-P police chief, DPO Hangu and SHO Thal, asking for the names to be included in FIR.
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Tassaduq Jillani to don chief justice’s robe
PM approves Jillani, the literary judge, as Justice Chaudhry’s successor.
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New GHQ boss: Four stars and top slot for Raheel
PM Nawaz picks third in line to take over from Gen Kayani; Lt Gen Rashad gets keys to CJCSC office.
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Felicitations: Politicians wish for better civil-military ties
MQM chief hopes that institutions and democracy would strengthen with every passing day.
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Profile: Microsoft highlights business, social activities in Pakistan
VP explains plans to introduce cloud computing infrastructure.
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Next-gen: Telenor awaits key document on spectrum auction
Company has already bought new infrastructure in preparation.
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Winter is coming: Govt to suspend gas supply to all sectors for two months
Pakistan, Iran expected to hold talks on IP pipeline next month.
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Anonymous donor: ‘Friendly’ country offers $1b for Iran-Pakistan pipeline
Govt seeks to renegotiate gas price, construction contract in talks with Tehran.
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Wearing another hat: Khursheed Shah accepts PAC chairman offer
NA opposition leader finally agrees to take on the job.
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Asian Century: Pakistan to host moot of Asian MPs
Pakistan hosts it to discuss issues related to economy, energy and environment, announced Senator Mushahid.
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Fake pickets: Two cops among seven arrested
The accused revealed that SHO of Tarnol Sub-Inspector Sattar Baig is also involved in the activities.
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Overstayed visits: Need a house, get in line
CDA fails to get govt-allotted residences vacated by employees living in violation of rules.
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Jinnah Avenue standoff: Police submit charge-sheet against Sikandar
ATC hearing adjourned till Dec 5.
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Post-ISAF region: ‘Put house in order first, meddle in neighbour’s affairs later’
Participants agree dealing with Pakistan takes primacy over dealing with Afghanistan.
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Immunisation: As easy as giving candy to a baby
As news of the immunisation ‘reward’ spread, the lines kept getting longer and longer.
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Raking up old issue: Lawyers stage dharna outside SC
Protesting lawyers turned violent when police used batons to smash the sit-in which began around 9am.
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Joint team to probe NAB chief, others
SC directed NAB to take over investigations from FIA and take action against the accused, including its own chief.
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Gas import: Oil minister revives hopes of IP pipeline
Highlights short and long-term strategies to tackle energy crisis.
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Industrial units: OGRA stays away from audit of captive power plants
Agrees to provide technical assistance in energy efficiency appraisal.
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Above the law: PM’s cabinet secretary to take over as ED-ADB
Govt ‘defies’ the law, fails to circulate the slot among all ministries.
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Islamabad standoff: Police submit challan against Sikandar
Challan accuses Sikandar of putting lives of innocent people in danger and of using children as human shield.
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Under threat: Polio drive kicks off in capital
Since June last year, 22 men and women have been killed while administering polio drops in the country.
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Land scam: Ex-magistrate seeks bail
IHC CJ Kasi issued notice after Nadeem who had also served tehsildar in the capital, filed for post-arrest bail.
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Planned encroachment: For grid station in F-9 park, CDA tries to circumvent law
Board approves 10-kanal plot to provide electricity to commercial complexes.
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Falling temperatures: Demand for heaters, geysers increases
Shopkeepers say that the change of weather has compelled people to purchase these products.
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Eyes in the sky: Pakistan inducts home-built fleet of drones
Kayani lauds work of scientists and engineers for developing UAVs.
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Between allies: A likely thorn in US-Pakistan ties
The move is likely to disturb United States and Pakistan relations, International lawyer Ahmer Bilal Soofi.
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Against drone strikes: PTI asks police to name US, CIA in FIR
US mission handed memorandum of demands; Nato containers stopped from entering Peshawar.
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Gathering storm: Ex-premier’s missive could turn around treason case
Shaukat Aziz had urged Pervez Musharraf to impose emergency rule.
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Future dialogue: US-Iran détente brings fresh fervour to pipeline
Minister terms project crucial, says country hopeful.
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Keep the receipt: Proposal put forward for stricter checks on tax returns
Government considers changes in Universal Tax Assessment Scheme.
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Deregulation of prices?: Oil ‘attempting’ to slip out of govt’s control
Industry demands state withdrawal from pricing mechanism.
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In protest: K-P govt to march towards US Consulate in Peshawar
PPP MPA says her party will not become a part of any move that can derail the democratic process.