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Tax collection: FBR misses target for fourth successive month
This comes as govt back-pedals on key tax policy measures.
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Drone controversy: Grayson’s statement ‘irresponsible’, says Rashid
Says government’s stance on drone strikes unchanged.
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Failing to pay up: Senator’s plots cancelled by IHC
In November 2012, K-P lawmaker placed highest bids for three commercial plots.
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Empowering the marginalised: Rural women converge on capital to share problems
Sixth annual conference at Lok Virsa sees hundreds of women from across country.
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Art exhibition: Artist depicts love for city by the sea
Use of monotones and colours bring out contrast in compositions.
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‘Illegal’ parking sealed: CDA comes down hard on Centaurus
Claims additional 3.5 acre plot encroached, also seals original parking lot.
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PTI considers legal action against Geo
Geo Group had sent a defamation notice to the PTI chief through fax.
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Upper house proceedings: Pandemonium as Nisar, Rabbani clash in Senate
Opposition rejects official numbers on drone casualties.
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Global fluctuation: Price of petrol likely to go down
Cost of other oil products are expected to increase according to an Ogra summary.
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Supporting the poor: PPAF launches €10 million renewable energy project
Rural population to get access to clean energy, conserving firewood and oil.
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Questionable strategy: US report finds holes in Jamshoro plant funding
Office of US Inspector General says the plant will remain unfeasible .
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At stake: LNG services tender faces an uncertain fate
Parent company of Chinese bidder blacklisted by World Bank.
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Family affair: Father booked for kidnapping son
The police registered a case but have not arrested the suspects yet.
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Kashmir Highway project: Instead of receiving funds, CDA conducting inquiry
Premier alleged award of contracts to firms was dubious, cause of delay.
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Experts to S Asian govts: Spend more on people than on securing borders
Experts urge regional governments to draft people-centric foreign policies.
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Ensuring immunity: USAID hands over EPI resource centre
Centre is equipped with IT equipment and specialised Vaccine Logistics Management Information System software.
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Miniature exhibition: Country’s predicaments depicted with a tinge of humour
“Lotta Republic” by Hadia Moiz opens at Khaas Art Gallery.
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Sethi back in the saddle after 2 hours
IHC appointed Justice (retd) Munir A Sheikh to conduct PCB’s election during the third week of November.
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FBR in doldrums: Plan to catch tax evaders falters
Drastic drop seen in tax evasion notices; FBR yet to draft rules to access bank accounts.
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Escalating tensions: Top commanders’ meeting put on hold – for now
DGMOs of Pakistan and India are likely to have rare face-to-face meeting by the end of this month.
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Devolved under 18th Amend: Provinces ‘lack capacity’ to handle maritime functions
Expert urges govt to implement national maritime policy quickly.
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Selected CNG stations: Punjab seeks exemption from gas holidays
Says these outlets cater to needs of passenger buses.
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Back to hospital for Islamabad gunman
Court grants police request to return Sikandar to hospital; conflicting diagnoses by doctors.
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Theft: Car lifted
Auto-thieves stole Toyota Corolla (AXE-343) from the porch of a house in Chatta Bakhtawar.
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Smart card project: Court restrains NADRA from awarding contract
Issues notice to bidding firms on an intra-court appeal.
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Floral arrangements: Winners of ‘Let’s create’ competition awarded
Japanese flower art also demonstrated at the event.
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Calligraphy exhibition: With bold strokes, artist pens personal narrative
Azeem Iqbal uses a variety of materials to share his love for Arabic script.
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National conference: Youth should demand services in proportion to their numbers
Speakers urge govt to invest in young people.
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Peshawar commissioner’s health: Anis suffers heart attack, but recovering
Anis was injured in an explosion at an Islamabad apartment on October 26.
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$6.7 billion programme: Pakistan seeks concessions from IMF
Lowering of reserves targets and increase in loan amount sought.
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Local bodies election: In rush, ECP okays tentative schedule
Seeks feedback from provincial bureaucrats, other officials on whether the schedule is practical or not.
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Peace process: Fazl to spearhead talks with Taliban, says aide
PM Nawaz says he will not relent to any pressure from any country or person.
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Disinterest: LNG services tender draws poor response
Only two domestic investors bid for providing import services.
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Timetable: Govt clears high cost Jamshoro power project
ADB to consider $900m loan for the project tomorrow.
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President’s One-Day Cup: Sharjeel propels ZTBL to inspiring win
Opener narrowly misses 200 as bankers beat Wapda.
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Culinary culture: Aspiring chefs get a taste of Thai cooking
Around 150 trainees of hotel management programme saw Marriott’s chefs cook live.
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Gas explosion: Peshawar commissioner still in critical condition
Official shifted to private hospital, injured woman still at PIMS.
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Safety over luxury: For Islamabad airport admin, no services, no problem
BBIA was ranked the fourth worst in the world by an airport rating website; administration plays up high safety rating
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In the absence of funds: CDA launches complaint facility on its website
Section currently covers public parks and recreational centres.
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Preparedness: Capital’s authorities conduct mock exercise
Emergency-readiness test involved entry of two terrorists at the Convention Centre.
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Historical buildings: Winners of heritage photo contest announced
The contest was conducted by the Silk Road Centre.
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Illness played a part in my loss: Mehboob
Pakistan squash player exits World Cup qualifiers, Iqbal advances.
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Peshawar commissioner's condition has worsened: Doctors
Asghar Nisa was also in the apartment during an explosion -- her condition is also critical.
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Mysterious: Young man shot
The bullet hit his leg and he was rushed to a local hospital.
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Drugs shortage: At PIMS, patients fight for life waiting for medicines
Depleted stock a hurdle in providing treatment.
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Pitching in: Charity event rakes funds for slum dwellers
Rotary Club organises concert, lucky draw and auction to raise money.
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Documentary screening: The human face of the US drone policy
Upcoming film explores devastation and carnage caused in Pakistani tribal areas.
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Extra-curricular fun: Media festival provides students platform to showcase creativity
Event at Beaconhouse featured film and photography screenings, competition.
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Mother and child: A healthcare emergency
According to a report, only 14% of the rural health centres are equipped to provide Basic Emergency Obstetric Care.
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Gas leak explosion: Peshawar commissioner seriously injured
Official suffers 99% burns; a 29-year old woman also hurt.