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Solo exhibition: Amney Samney - Andar Bahar offers minimalist genius
The project took Fatima Munir six months to finish.
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High saddle of learning: Top-ranking university facing host of issues
Incomplete faculties, infrastructural issues plaguing QAU.
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Analysts say Iran deal positive for Pakistan
Pakistan welcomed the understanding reached between Iran and P5+1 on the nuclear issue.
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IP gas pipeline project brought back to life
Islamabad has been facing a delay in the IP project as the government failed in securing funds for the project.
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Ramifications: Blockade may cost Pakistan $1m a day
Pakistan receives an estimated $1,500-1,800 for every truck that carries supplies for Nato forces through the country.
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PTI workers send NATO trucks packing
Participants stage sit-ins to stop dozens of containers passing through K-P.
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Mumbai attacks: Five years on, the case has ‘no leg to stand on’
Defence and prosecution at loggerheads as India awaits progress.
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The three major cities: Rise and fall in property prices
Owing to the huge population of Karachi, the demand for new houses is continuously on the rise.
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NJPMC meeting: Judiciary disposed of millions of cases, says CJP
Calls this performance a successful outcome of the National Judicial Policy.
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Reshuffle: Islamabad DC changed
Ahmed was appointed Islamabad DC on Sep 29, 2007, before which he had served as Additional Deputy Commissioner.
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Pims baby abduction: As cops bumble over jurisdiction, probe halted
Deceased’s father says family cannot afford to travel to Islamabad from Abbottabad to pursue case.
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Investment: OPF to hold business conference for expats
Political stability can pave way for overseas investment.
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Ashura violence: Protest rallies end peacefully in twin cities
Separate rallies at Raja Bazaar and Lal Masjid disturb civic life.
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Drone campaign: Time to choose between dollars and honour, says Nisar
PM says no double standards on drone strikes as interior minister criticises Sartaj Aziz.
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Reassessing plans: NAB chairman goes on indefinite leave
Chaudhry was sent on leave by the president and the government as they did not want him to resign, says a NAB official
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Afghans deliberate over granting extension to US forces beyond 2014
Karzai admits to deep mistrust between the two countries, suggests BSA should be signed after presidential elections.
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Neighbourly duty: China wants to share its progress
China wants to pursue a policy of regional co-existence with its neighbours including India, says envoy.
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Regional cooperation: Experts for change in mindset, removing political hurdles
Salman Shah says Pak-India ties will always be a challenge for the region.
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Security on high alert in response to protests against Rawalpindi unrest
Business activities have been suspended in major cities.
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Senate’s 99th meet: Opposition calls for session to discuss Rawalpindi incident
Requisition is submitted with the signatures of 48 senators.
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World Science Day: Students urged to fashion their own investigations
‘Govt should promote credible education and scientific activities in schools and colleges’.
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Between US and Pakistan: Importance of student exchanges stressed
USEFP holds weeklong activities in Lahore, Karachi and Islamabad.
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Superhero season: Trip to dark world brightens everyone’s day
Thor sequel premieres in Rawalpindi.
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Great expectations: CDA bags one-third of estimated revenue
Three-day auction saw successful bids on 24 out of 56 commercial plots up for grabs.
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Elite huddle: Private institutes oppose fixed fee, salary structure
Meeting discusses modalities of private schools regulatory act.
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Culturally diverse: Exhibition highlights Islamic footprint on Brazilian society
“Islam in Brazil” showcases photos celebrating Muslim culture in South American country.
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Unending woes: The naked truth about fishing
Humiliation of fisherfolk mars World Fisheries Day in Pakistan.
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Maulvi Ahmad Jan: Sirajuddin’s trusted deputy
“I would describe Maulvi Ahmad Jan as the right hand of Khalifa sahib (Sirajuddin),” says a local militant.
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Mission accomplished: Afghan negotiators wrap up tour on a high note
Team given access to Mullah Baradar.
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Halting NATO supplies: All roads lead to Peshawar
Imran Khan called the people of Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa to protest on Peshawar Ring Road Saturday.
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Facilitating growth: US extends support to energy sector
US ambassador said that the US has been advocating the idea of connecting South Asia with Central Asia.
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Did you know?: IMDb inaccessible in Pakistan
IMDb is a prominent source of reliable news and box office reports on films, TV programs.
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Mission accomplished: Afghan peace council met with Baradar, sources confirm
Neither Afghan nor Pakistani officials confirmed whether the council could meet with ex-Taliban leader Mullah Baradar.
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Afghan high peace council: Negotiators prolong stay to meet Baradar
Foreign ministry, Afghan embassy tight-lipped about the visit.
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Tug of war: Sindh likely to move court for poll deferral
ECP asks ministry of defence to deploy army at printing houses as provinces push for postponement.
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High treason case: AG says evidence stacked up against Musharraf
Says FIA will be authorised to arrest former president when special court receives complaint .
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Sakharov prize: Malala’s message resonates in the capital
EU arranges live stream from Paris, followed by talk on educational challenges.
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Cashing in: CDA turns lucrative mistake into precedent
Board allows commercial activities on residential plot.
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To teachers’ dismay: CADD abolishes ‘extra’ charges
Fees under various heads collected from students by educational institutes banned.
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Formation Commanders’ Conference: Before bowing out, Gen Kayani thanks his top commanders
Government is yet to make any official announcement regarding Kayani's successor.
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Drone campaign: US ready to call a timeout, says Aziz
Says Washington assured Islamabad that the campaign will be suspended during future negotiations with TTP.
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Fixing responsibility: Where, how and what went wrong
According to police officials, CPO Kamyana and SSP Khattak were late in responding to calls for reinforcements.
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Rawalpindi tragedy: PM reprimands police for inaction
Orders unbiased probe to identify culprits; calls for inquiry into gory videos on social media .
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Skilled labour: Employers, education providers asked to tap on youth’s potential
Urge industry to build linkages with educational institutions.
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Imported urea: Price body to compare cost with neighbouring countries
Food ministry to frame policy to ensure smooth supply of food items.
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New deal: PIA raises fresh capital
Shariah compliant financing facility introduced.
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One step closer: ADB selected transaction adviser on TAPI pipeline
Participating countries to set up jointly-owned pipeline company
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New Islamabad airport: Project beset by irregularities from the outset, says SC
Says poor performance, mismanagement caused delays.
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Reshuffle: Lt Gen Sajjad Ghani appointed Karachi corps commander
Former Karachi Corps Commander now holds the position of Inspector-General Arms at the GHQ.
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Staying put, ECP rejects pleas to delay LB polls
Balloting in Sindh on Jan 18 & in Punjab on Jan 30; changes made to ink components will help verify identity of voters