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Regressive tax: Pensioners groaning under income support levy
Affectees term the levy unfair, say they are already paying 10% tax on profits.
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100 parliamentary days: FAFEN report criticises lack of cabinet presence in NA
PM’s priorities not reflected in legislative agenda, opposition more proactive says report.
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Remittances sent: US clears old CSF dues worth $322m
Dar took the issue of CSF installment with US State and Treasury Departments during his recent Washington visit.
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Ending the ‘book famine’: Visually impaired to gain access to published works
Pakistan to allow reprinting of copyright material.
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Rivalry: Two killed in exchange of fire
Police booked 11 people and 45 unidentified persons on charges of murder and attempted murder.
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Family vendetta: One killed, one injured in ambush
The two brothers were on way to mosque when waylaid by opponents.
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Clearing the dead: Over 7,000 tons animal remains removed
The collected remains of animals are disposed of at 29 deep ditches dug in 17 different locations around the city.
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Street art: A canvas for graffiti
“I would call it history in the making as academically, graffiti art is never encouraged,” says Samina Jamshed.
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Defying the Taliban: In Swat, girls are back in school
Despite threats, students want to continue their studies.
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Eid holidays: Youngsters try to have fun in sleepy city
Limited avenues for entertainment meant most places were quite busy.
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Karzai’s call for ‘Loya Jirga’ to discuss security pact draws disdain
Urges US to take action against Afghanistan’s ‘aggressive’ neighbours.
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Finishing touches: Gwadar Port to be operational in six months
An IT based database system will be installed next month at all the ports to track movement of containers.
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Investment roundtable: Finance minister meets investors in London
Minister continues string of meetings with international investors.
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Govt needs to frame rules before LNG import
Consultant highlights the tasks to be performed by PQA.
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Averting damage: Kabul shares security plan for power, gas import
Is engaging local tribes to protect transmission lines, gas pipeline.
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Sacrifice rituals: Tale of twin cities
The locals feast at eateries, take in some fresh air at public parks or even turn to the hills.
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PTI mulls coup against PPP’s Khursheed Shah
Party may move to take over leader of the opposition in the National Assembly.
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Roller-coaster ties: PM, aides finalise agenda of ‘tough’ Washington trip
Meeting with US President Obama next week is deemed first true diplomatic test for Nawaz so far.
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Gas terminal: PQA refuses LNG licence to two importers
Cites safety reasons for not allowing LNG terminal in the centre of the port.
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IP pipeline: Pakistan looks to Gazprom for project financing
Officials believe Tehran will not be able to provide all funds.
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Hike in power tariff, POL prices: Opposition promises ‘chaos’ in Senate session
MQM, PML-Q and ANP submit adjournment motions in upper house of parliament.
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Faulty Wiring?: Fire breaks out in lecture room
The lecture room’s furniture, multimedia set and air conditioners were damaged by the flames.
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Screening attendants: Police checkpost to be set up at PIMS
Following thrashing, doctors threaten strike if security not enhanced.
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Out of the bag: ‘Waar’ finally hits twin cities’ screens
Bilal Lashari’s counter-terrorism centred film premiered at Cine Gold Plex.
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Singaporean’s murder: Suspect sent on four-day judicial remand
The woman was found dead near Korang Nullah near Bani Gala.
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The real sacrifice: Police, civic officials’ extortion deprive many of happiness
While buyers’ complaints are aimed at sellers, the latter blame the government.
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Eid at Edhi Home: A different festival for some
As people line up to donate money, police dump unwanted off streets at shelter homes.
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‘Et tu Brute’ moment: Shujaat, Ejaz to testify against Musharraf
Ex-president denies allegations levelled against him in a statement with the police.
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Helping survivors: Civilian oversight of relief activities in quake-hit areas demanded
AWP alleges military is preventing civilian organisations from accessing affected areas.
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Price gouging: Inter-city bus operators fleecing passengers
Home-goers complain of paying double fare.
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Music and fashion show: Showcasing the cultural diversity of Indonesia
Troupe comprising batik artists, a singer, instrumentalists and dancers entertain audience.
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PIMS brawl: Doctors worried after attendants thrash their colleague
The incident occurred on Sunday after a critically injured patient died in the emergency room.
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Lower courts’ shifting: IHC overrules registrar’s objection over a petition
IHC is housed in judicial complex in G-10 that was constructed for district courts.
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Capital control: Interior ministry, CADD at loggerheads
Summary sent to PM seeks to bring CDA and ICT under its ambit.
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Bloody Monday: Kidnapped Singaporean among eight found dead
The woman was kidnapped over weekend; guard killed in robbery bid; six including child unidentified.
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Searching for elusive peace: Pakistan, US envisage Afghan deal before 2014
Obama’s point-man James Dobbins discusses Nawaz’s scheduled US trip.
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Energy leap: PM Nawaz declares energy emergency
Warns that any lapse or delay in implementation of power projects would be unacceptable.
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Invites go out for APC on ‘economic roadmap’
Vision 2025 aims to put Pakistan on map of fastest growing Asian economies.
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Cost efficiency: Government to convert three power plants to coal
Plan aimed at reducing cost of production by two-thirds.
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Power import: ADB pulls out of project, WB and IDB to provide $1b
Under CASA-1000, central Asian states will supply 1,300 megawatts.
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Production falls: Energy import critical for Pakistan’s economy, says ADB
Bank’s energy Outlook says country has to step up efforts to address bottlenecks.
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Zardari ordered to appear in accountability court on Oct 29
Former president to face references related to SGS, Contecna, ARY, Polo ground and Ursus tractors deal.
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MERS-CoV: Returning pilgrims could be exposed to virus
While WHO, health experts issue warning, authorities do not know how the virus spreads.
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10-year-old among 6 found dead in Islamabad
Four bodies found earlier in the morning had their hands tied.
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Disregarded legislation: Accountability commission an unmet promise of CoD signatories
Holders of Public Offices Bill was presented in 2009, but is still pending in parliament.
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Charm offensive: Diplomatic push to boost trade, investment says Basit
Pledges to implement PM Nawaz’s foreign policy goal of building regional ties.
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Khewra salt mines: Healing heights
With terrorism eroding tourism industry, these mines stand out as a blessing for patients with respiratory problems.
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Sowing tolerance: Activists make human chain at Islamabad church
Over a hundred people gathered at Our Lady of Fatima Church to resist forces threatening peace.
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Pakistan-India tensions: Top military officials to meet face-to-face
DGMOs to work out mechanism to avoid repeat of ceasefire violations.
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On duty: Five cops suspended for sleeping
Officials were deployed at a picket on Murree Road.

















































