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Senior Iran lawmaker says 20 per cent uranium enrichment continuing
Israel also dismissed the original report as "irrelevant".
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London-bound Karzai to push Pakistan on Taliban commander
Afghan officials believe that Baradar can encourage Taliban leaders to seek a negotiated settlement to end insurgency.
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Anti-NSA protest calls for end to US spying
"It's not about right and left; it's about right and wrong," said Craig Aaron, president of Free Press media.
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Merkel spied on for 10 years, Obama knew but let it go: German media
"Obama did not halt the operation but rather let it continue," a high-ranking NSA official said.
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Spate of attacks kills 47 in Iraq
The latest in a wave of bloodshed has pushed the October death toll from violence across Iraq past 630.
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Bosnia: Burnt, not broken
Despite their scarred past, the people of Bosnia are determined to move on to a brighter future.
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The politics of riots in India
UP will vote along communal lines in coming elections, just as it did in the aftermath of Babri Masjid’s demolition.
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Afghanistan set to press Pakistan over Mullah Baradar
Baradar's release expected to be discussed in meeting between Pakistan and Afghanistan leaders next week.
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India traders 'cheating consumers' with onion prices: Minister
Price on onions have inflated to as much as INR100 per kilogramme, which has created immense public outcry.
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Mumbai attacks: '99% evidence in Pakistan', says India
Earlier this month, India issued arrest warrants for several Pakistanis, claiming they were involved in the attack.
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Indian troops claim killing three alleged Pakistani drug smugglers on border
Indian BSF claims to have recovered 24 packets containing drugs worth Rs1.2 billion.
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Car bomb at Syria mosque killed 40, including children: NGO
Syrian government and opposition exchange blame for the carnage in the town.
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Iranian nuclear diplomacy gathers pace with busy week ahead
Diplomatic efforts to resolve Iran nuclear standoff gather pace next week with a series of meetings in Vienna.
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Iran border guards killed fighting bandits near Pakistan: Report
Following these clashes, the Iranian authorities hanged 16 "rebels", a judicial official said.
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Bombs targeting Shias kill 16 across Iraq
Series of bombs kills at least 16 people across Iraq as Shias celebrate a holy festival.
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Guantanamo lawyers want Obama to declassify CIA prison program
The letter to Obama was signed by 14 military and civilian defense attorneys representing the captives.
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Detained Chinese reporter confesses to taking bribes
Chinese journalist admits of inventing negative stories about Zoomlion Heavy Industry Science and Technology Co. Ltd.
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UN fears over Myanmar civilians in fresh Kachin unrest
Conflict in Kachin broke out in June 2011 when a 17-year ceasefire crumbled and has displaced some 100,000 people.
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Typhoon weakens off Japanese coast
Typhoon forced more than 1,000 people to take shelter on island where mudslides left 43 dead or missing last week.
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Indian forces fire at Rangers' checkpost near Wagah border
The firing took place at 2am in the morning near Ali check post in Thatti Kodi village.
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Spying on allies: EU wants new deal with US to end spying row
The aim should be to agree on rules for intelligence gathering rather than a pointless confrontation.
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In Pakistani waters: MSA frees 30 Indian fishermen, arrest 10 others
The detentions came two months after more than 300 were released from Pakistani jails as a goodwill gesture.
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Muzaffarnagar riots: Rahul comes under fire for ISI comment
Opposition groups demand apology, wants the youth involved to be named and shamed.
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Washington trip: Nawaz didn’t play his cards well, says Shah
Says PM could have used US dependence on Islamabad for Afghan exit to country’s advantage.
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Combatting violence, poverty: Youth urged to acquire education
Panellists highlight challenges being faced by Pakistan on United Nations Day.
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Afghan elections 2014: Controversy surfaces in first phase of polls
Candidates disqualified for failing to meet requirements.
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Pakistan makes call for end to US drone strikes at UN committee
Pakistan's UN ambassador Masood Khan said that civilians had suffered "inhumane" deaths, "radicalised" public...
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Global Gender Gap Report 2013: Pakistan second worst in gender equality
But the country ranks high in political empowerment, despite trifling economic opportunities.
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Controversy surfaces in first phase of polls
Candidates disqualified for failing to meet documentary or citizenship requirements.
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The cult of Narendra Modi
Though Modi has emerged as the big industry, media favourite, this enthusiasm is not being echoed in Indian villages.
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Despite disappointment, Pakistan hopes talks can resolve border clashes: FO
Foreign Office spokesperson says Pakistan hopes DGMOs of both countries meet soon to resolve issues of border clashes.
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Indian PM has no mobile phone, email account to hack
The Guardian newspaper reported that US spies eavesdropped on the phone conversations of 35 world leaders.
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Yemen aside, Pakistan worst country in gender parity: World Economic Forum
Global Gender Gap Report ranks Pakistan 135 in a list of 136 countries ranked in terms of male-female equality.
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Double murder at Beijing's Forbidden City: Police
'The violence at the world heritage site was a brawl among employees,' says Beijing police.
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'Dark is Beautiful' movement takes on unfair India
Poster girl of "Dark is Beautiful" campaign, Nandita Das, calls out India's obsession with fair skin a prejudice.
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Indian PM says ready to be questioned by police
Singh says he is happy to be questioned by police over an alleged coal scam.
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UN nuclear agency chief to meet top Iran negotiator
IAEA wants to gain access to sites, officials and documents in Iran for its investigation.
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Germany, France demand 'no-spy' agreement with US
Merkel, whose mobile phone was monitored by NSA, says she wants action from Obama, not just apologetic words.
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Syria troops close in on suburbs hit by chemical attack
Troops have recaptured Hteitit al Turkman, an "important centre for the terrorists", informs a military source.
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Violence against Muslims threatening Myanmar reforms: UN envoy
At least 192 people were killed in June and October 2012 clashes between Rakhine Buddhists and Rohingya Muslims.
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China Tour: Solar energy being given priority, says Shahbaz
A solar energy park is being constructed in Punjab to generate 1,000 megawatts electricity.
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Homebound: No delays in post Hajj flights, says PIA
So far the airline has carried over 14,000 hajjis to the major cities of Pakistan.
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Strikes not mentioned in joint statement
Pakistan secretly endorsed drone strikes, Washington Post report says.
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Energy matters: SDPI advises govt to nix Iran gas project
Report says the gas sold to Pakistan would be much more expensive than domestic gas.
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Tracing troublemakers: Ban imposed on sale, purchase of Afghan SIMs
Step taken following report submitted by NAB to PHC.
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Pakistan accuses India of firing, shelling across LoC
Indian allegedly injured three people in Charwah, Bajwat and other sectors in the Sialkot region.
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Tribute: NUST students celebrate Mundell’s birthday
Work and influence of Nobel Prize-winning economist discussed.
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Seminar: Nuclear deterrence doctrine has failed to curb wars, say experts
Thakur says 'Responsibility to Protect', a 2005 UN initiative to prevent 'mass atrocity crimes,' humanises diplomacy.
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Behind the scenes: Drone strikes will end soon, Obama assures Nawaz
Official says controversial programme may end in ‘a matter of months’ as CIA wipes out remaining high-value...
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Saudi authorities warn of punishment for women drivers
"The concerned authorities will enforce the law against all the violators with firmness and force," says ministry.

















































