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Witnesses say some of the victims were killed as attackers opened fire on them while they slept in their homes.

UN says focus was now on the more than 4,000 displaced by yesterday's disaster.

Press freedom is a critical factor in achieving Millennium Development Goals, advancing post-2015 development agenda.

It facilitates free flow of information and ideas, and ensures transparency and accountability.

Most of those who were killed died from smoke inhalation, while others perished while jumping out of windows.

Two deadly blasts within three weeks just a few kilometres from the seat of government have sparked security concerns.

Govt tells SC efforts are under way to resume composite dialogue.

Namesakes use similar election symbols to narrow down margin of victory.

Centcom chief says Washington cognisant of emerging dynamics in the region.

Naming a street after my son is the beginning of fixing an injustice, says mother.

The virus causes fever, breathing difficulties and can lead to pneumonia and death in some patients.

Says books containing false accusations against her family are being spread.

Delhi seeks $21 per mmbtu, higher than regional average of $16.

With the highest number of votes in recent elections, the presidential hopeful is likely to win in decisive round two.

Two successive landslides affected over 300 houses in northern Afghanistan.

People will be able to inform the king about any shortcomings in the services offered by government agencies.

This is the fourth time that visas have been denied to Pakistani pilgrims in the last one year.

Secretary of State John Kerry's nine-month effort to broker an Israel-Palestine peace deal has formally collapsed

Only 14 percent of world's population had media rated "free" in 2013: Freedom House report.

11 children among 18 dead in Syria car bombings.

Police suspect members of the Bodo tribe are responsible for killing 11 Muslims.

Iran interior minister’s visit precedes PM’s trip to Tehran.

Visit focused on security in Afghanistan ahead of Nato troops’ withdrawal.

Case raises questions regarding agency’s authority to take a foreigner into custody.

Blames BJP leader for corruption, children’s death and maladministration in Gujarat

Schools, shops and businesses mostly closed; Voter turnout remains low.

High commission announces Australia Awards winners can get AU$5,000 for development work.

Hilal-e-Pakistan recipient hosts reception to celebrate the award.

What made Inzaghi one of the greatest Italian strikers of all time was not the goals he scored, but their timing.

The right things have been said and in the future, we may see positive results emerging from the interactions.

British Foreign Secretary William Hague, Home Secretary Theresa May called on Nawaz. MoU on British Council inked.

Local officials said 30 civilians were wounded.

The low-intensity blasts occurred in carriages of an overnight train from Bangalore to Chennai.

Initial phase begins Thursday, introduces fines or jail terms for offences.

Soon after the polls opened Wednesday 14 more people, including two election commission employees, were killed.

Deputy President Kgalema Motlanthe hailed "a new chapter in the story of the Muslim community in South Africa".

More than 100 prisoners injured in the blast.

We have a big problem now, and all of the trends indicate the problem is going to get bigger: WHO representative

After surviving the Kabul attack that left his parents and siblings dead, miracle child Abuzar Ahmad arrives in Canada

His opponents complain to the election commission that his use of the party symbol broke the rules.

More than 1,000 people were taken into custody.

Dr Lammert says Pakistan has made remarkable constitutional amendments.

"The government has to understand that we are not going to allow this silence to continue", say participants.

Washington has intensified drive against Haqqani network to deal a lasting blow to the militants.

The foreign secretary underlined Pakistan’s desire to further strengthen existing bonds of friendship.

US State Dept's global terrorism report 2013 says Pakistan faced significant attacks from armed groups.

There is, however, no official word on the arrests.

Pakistan-born American fugitive Amer Ahmad’s diary entry reveals details on his escape.

In meeting with Nawaz Sharif, British PM backs Pakistan’s efforts to combat terrorism.

People will now be able to use applications anonymously at Facebook.