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The BackBencher: Are turtle eggs halal or haram? MPAs want to know
In an intense debate over the list of endangered birds, the speaker of the assembly asked: Are owls banned too?”.
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Global audience: 5 Karachi students all set for LA science fair
The Intel International Science and Engineering Fair selects the best out of 7m students.
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Law makers assemble: Assembly vows to ensure full enrolment
Nisar Khuhro claims action is being taken against unfair appointments.
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Develop your child’s mind with multi-sensory methods: Experts
Panellists agree that knowing more than one language is beneficial for children .
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‘Improve textbooks and abolish exams in primary education’
Speakers call for a change in policies and condemn emphasis of memorisation over understanding.
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Headhunting: Lucky Cement goes out on a limb to recruit foreign graduates
Company part of British Council’s initiative, to visit UK universities.
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Corporate results: Murree Brewery puts in a strong show
Boosts profit by 23% in 1HFY14.
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Market watch: After days of low, stock market ends week on a high
Benchmark KSE-100 index rises 96.55 points.
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Liquefied petroleum gas: SSGC vindicates JJVL
Says company ended up paying more than originally proposed amount.
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Olympians divided over reconciliation
Samiullah rejects PHF committee; Shahnaz sees no harm in meeting .
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Pakistan ‘ready’ for Asia Cup defence
Misbah hopes to maintain momentum in the continental event.
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The Raku show at IVS
Unique pottery pieces are created through a painstaking process.
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FPW6 Day 2: Fashion talks via digital prints
From fashion forward casual wear to extreme couture; an entire style spectrum was presented on day two of FPW.
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Close call: 2 unexploded bombs found in Musharraf Colony
The Bomb Disposal Squad (BDS) has reached the scene.
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Adding to the squad: The non-human members of BDU
AIG Malik claims the dogs can spot a bomb very easily and more swiftly than humans.
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Conventional system of rote-learning leaves no room for creativity, complain teachers
Experts, teachers speak out against traditional methods and stress on networking.
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Against terrorism: Rangers call for citizens’ cooperation
Citizens must report any unattended parcel, bag, container or vehicle on the numbers provided.
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‘Skype, ePals will help reinforce academic concepts in students’
Panelists stress the need to integrate new media into the mainstream education.
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‘Protect your heritage, not for yourself but for your children’
Speakers urge teachers to play their role in educating students about their legacy .
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Come one, come all: Book fair hopes to combat declining reading trend
The fair will run till Saturday from 10am to 9pm.
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Wildlife: 21 newborns multiply Safari Park’s attraction
Animals born include black deer, black swan, horses, sheep and Sindh Ibex, were born at the park.
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After Karachi, unannounced operation to follow in rest of Sindh: PA speaker
Agha Siraj Durrani says outgoing IGP didn’t take him seriously when he asked him to visit volatile areas.
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Combatting dengue: Rs40b approved to prevent, control disease
Sindh plans to hire experts from Sri Lanka.
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Getting their act together: Sindh promises its children a better future
Political parties come together to sign a charter pledging to improve education .
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Lives cut short: Three ANP workers among five slain in Karachi
Four attackers on motorcycles open fire at car; 10-year-old killed.
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On the fence: ‘If everyone agrees, nuclear power is the best option’
Benefits, safety and security of nuclear plants discussed during seminar on Thursday.
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Unity of action lacking: PPP invites PML-F to join government
PML-F’s Imtiaz Shaikh offers his resignation as he was not kept in the loop.
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Market watch: Stock market’s slump continues amid lack of excitement
Benchmark KSE-100 index falls 180.13 points.
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Corporate results: Nestle posts a flat profit
Higher costs and distribution eat up some of the gains.
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Zameen.com: Frenchman targets Pakistan for investment
Invests heavily in real estate portal due to country’s potential.
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Lyari Expressway accident: 11th member of Quetta-based family dies
Five other members of the family are still battling for their lives at Civil hospital.
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Textile exporters dive into capacity tax controversy
‘Tired of waiting’ for promised refunds, apprise commerce minister of woes.
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Majid bags maiden junior title in style
Asian youth runner-up thumps Nadeem in U21 snooker final.
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‘Pakistan can win without Irfan’
Bowling coach Akram optimistic of chances in Asia Cup.
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FPW6 Day1: Designers showcase a mixed bag for S\S 2014
Cameras flashing, music playing, and attendees dolled up in designer wear; FPW6 Day 1 was not short on the glamour.
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Cylinder blast in Karachi injures 2
It was reportedly heard in the Metroville SITE area.
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Targeted attacks: Police ask shops to close early for safety
Over a dozen people have lost their lives on attacks on eateries in Gulshan-e-Iqbal in one year.
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High hopes: Christians want to be a part of Sindh government
Masih said that they want equal opportunities and resources in the government just like the Hindu community.
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Ruins of Moenjo Daro: Culture officials no-show at court
Judges adjourn hearing so that respondents can appear on the next date of hearing.
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Missing persons: Jurisdiction issues come up at hearing
Wednesday’s hearing started with the division bench hearing the Umar Daraz Khan case.
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Taxi driver murder case: Duty officer records statement in court
Following his statement, the court adjourned the case till today [Thursday].
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Preventative measures: Police dig up trenches in anticipation of attacks
Several police stations have been declared as sensitive.
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Tragedy strikes: Ten family members killed in accident
The victims include five women and five children.
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Revolutionising education: At Haque Academy, it is not limited to the ABC
The curriculum is designed to inculcate a more practical approach in classrooms.
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The forgotten values: PakTurk School students expose the wrongs in our society
The art pieces were based on the all-important values that have been forgotten by society.
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Stop that noise: No more music in public transport vehicles, warn traffic police
Hanif, however, denied the rumours about a threat having been received by the transport department from militants.
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End of service: Sindh’s silent police chief retires today
Shahid Nadeem Baloch was in the police force for over 25 years. Sanaullah Abbasi assumes charge of of DIG Hyderabad.
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EFU Life: Bottom line growth remains flat in 2013
CEO remains satisfied, keeps long-term in mind.
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Corporate results: United Bank posts slightly higher profit in 2013
Bank announces total cash dividend of Rs10 per share .
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Market watch: Stock market continues decline amid lack of good news
Benchmark KSE-100 index falls 197.45 points.