Pakistan takes up cross-border attacks with NATO, ISAF

The Foreign Office, on Thursday, said that it hoped that steps would be taken to stop such raids.

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Pakistan suspends NATO supply route over security

Pakistan has temporarily stopped NATO supply trucks crossing its northwestern border into Afghanistan over security concerns due to fears of Islamist attacks, officials said Thursday.

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Truck bomb kills 11 in northwest Pakistani market

A truck packed with explosives exploded in a crowded market in northwestern Pakistan close to the Afghan border on Thursday, killing 11 people, a government official said.

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Four rare species of deer recovered from train

KARACHI: Sindh Wildlife Department on Wednesday recovered four deer from a train, Khyber Mail. According to Game Warden of the department, Mumtaz Soomro, these deer were booked from Bahawalpur, Punjab. According to initial information, a person, Aamir, had sent these deer to Karachi, he added. He told journalists that it was yet to know to whom these deer were sent in Karachi. He said that the recovered deer were seen a precious type found in deserted area between Sindh and Saraeki belt of the... more

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Pakistan hits back in UK visa scandal

ISLAMABAD: The federal cabinet has directed NADRA to immediately file a libel suit against Britain's The Sun newspaper in consultation with the Ministry of Law and Justice, as the authority on Wednesday claimed there was no fraud or illegality in issuing ID card and passport to The Sun's undercover agent, Muhammad Ali s/o Muhammad Anwer Siddique.

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Three killed in Pakistan blast

At least three people were killed and four injured Thursday night in a bomb blast in Pakistan's northwestern tribal region, Xinhua reported.

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Around 10pc Punjab lawmakers are dual nationality holders

LAHORE: Around 10 percent dual nationality holders are sitting on both treasury and opposition benches in the Punjab Assembly.Intelligence agencies have shared a special report along with a list of 42 legislators having dual nationality with the Punjab government and the Chief Minister's Secretariat, sources informed our sources on Tuesday.The report discussed the current and previous status of the members of the Punjab Assembly. The report also provided details of their Pakistani and foreign na... more

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Thousands of NATO trucks still stranded at Karachi three weeks after route reopening

The containers carrying goods for international forces stationed in Afghanistan remain stranded at the Karachi Port Trust even though the NATO supply routes through Pakistan were officially reopened three weeks ago.

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Three CD shops blown up

SWABI: Some unidentified miscreants blew up three CD shops at Bacha village, with the help of a time bomb in the wee hours of Monday. The incident occurred in the jurisdiction of Swabi police station. No loss of life was reported. According to the Bomb Disposal Squad, 5 kgs of explosives was used in the blasts. Local police has registered a case against the unidentified saboteurs.End.... more

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Acute water shortage grips different sectors of federal capital

ISLAMABAD: Lack of proper planning and negligence of the civic authorities has created an acute water shortage in different sectors of the federal capital, residents said.According to the residents, various sectors of the federal capital are facing enormous troubles due to shortage of water, while scorching heat is adding to their miseries.Acute water shortage has been reported in sectors I-10/ I-9/ G-6/ G-10 and G11. The residents of these sectors claimed that due to poor planning and negligenc... more

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Olympic visa scandal surfaces in Pakistan

LAHORE: A visa scam giving potential terrorists the chance to sneak into Britain with Pakistan's Olympic team has been smashed by The Sun. The paper claims it infiltrated a crime ring offering false passports, visas – and access to Olympics as bogus support staff."We uncovered a ring of corrupt Pakistani officials and travel staff conspiring with a prominent politician to bypass stringent security," it claims. Then a leading politician from Lahore, Abid Chaudhry, spelled out how for around 7,000... more

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Two injured in Karachi blast near Chinese consulate

KARACHI: A Rangers official and a security guard were injured when a vehicle parked near the Chinese consulate in the Clifton area was blown up on Monday. The area where the blast took place is crammed with embassies and consulates, where security is always on alert. According to details, unidentified culprits parked a motorcycle fitted with explosives in the parking area of Pakistan Institute of Tourism and Hotel Management, right next to the Chinese consulate. The area lies within the precinc... more

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Thirsty South Asia's river rifts threaten 'water wars'

KANZALWAN: As the silver waters of the Kishanganga rush through this north Kashmir valley, Indian labourers are hard at work on a hydropower project that will dam the river just before it flows across one of the world's most heavily militarised borders into Pakistan.The hum of excavators echoes through the pine-covered valley, clearing masses of soil and boulders, while army trucks crawl through the steep Himalayan mountain passes.The 330MW dam is a symbol of India's growing focus on hydropower ... more

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One-wheeling claims 3 lives in Rawalpindi

RAWALPINDI: At least three young people lost their lives in an accident while driving their motorcycles on one wheel (commonly known as one-wheeling) on Chuhar Chowk of the city.According to Rescue 1122 officials, the deceased were the residents of Dhok Syedan Chowk area of the city.Police said the unfortunate incident took place early on Monday after sehr. Three of one-wheeling victims, who were severely injured in the accident, were shifted to a nearby hospital, but they could not survive and ... more

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When minarets fall in Pakistani town, UK diaspora feels shock

Perhaps the text messages foreshadowed what was about to happen in Pakistan. One in June telling him his services as a London taxi driver would not be needed.

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Gunmen carry out first attack on NATO convoy in Pakistan since supply route reopened, 1 killed

Pakistani truck drivers, chant prayer before breaking their fast, on the third day of the Muslim holy fasting month of Ramadan, in Lahore, Pakistan, Monday, July 23, 2012.

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'BLA is involved in unrest, acts of terror to de-stabilise Pakistan'

Addressing a gathering during his visit to the Coast Guard office, he urged the Supreme Court to summon him in the court and he will provide all evidences against BLA involvement.

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U.S. drones kill 9 suspected militants in Pakistan

U.S. drones fired eight missiles at a compound owned by a powerful militant commander in northwest Pakistan on Monday, killing nine suspected insurgents, Pakistani intelligence officials said.

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Gunmen attack NATO convoy in Pakistan, 1 killed - Times of India

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Pakistani Christian leaders demand due increase in reserved seats

Karachi: July 23, 2012. The Pakistani Christians and Ahmadiyyia community leaders have demanded due increase in minorities reserved seats in parliament and representation of minorities women.

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Aid Worker Murdered in Pakistan

A local community worker in Pakistan was shot and killed in the Gadap town area of Karachi on Friday evening.

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Thirsty South Asia's river rifts threaten "water wars"

KANZALWAN, India-Pakistan Line of Control, July 23 - As the silver waters of the Kishanganga rush through this north Kashmir valley, Indian laborers are hard at work on a hydropower project that will dam the river just before it flows across one of the world's most heavily militarized borders into Pakistan.

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Exploring greater rail connectivity with India - Pakistan Daily Times

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Study says Pakistan must revamp police

WASHINGTON: Pakistan must reform its police to cope with mounting violence that it faced, its police system lacked training, equipment and political will to be effective, a new study said. New York based Asia Society Commission, in its detailed report, stressed the need for police training and structural reforms to reduce corruption and enhanced skills."High crime rates throughout the country, relatively low conviction rates of prisoners on trial and heightened concerns about instability spillin... more

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Gas pipeline blown up near Quetta

QUETTA: Some unidentified persons blew up a gas pipeline of 16-inch diameter in Killi Mubarakzai area near Airport Road on Sunday, resultantly, gas supply was suspended in various areas of Quetta. The gas suspension also affected the commercial activities of the city. According to officials, an explosive device was attached to the gas pipeline, which exploded with a bang and affected the gas supply from the main line. Around 1.4-feet segment of the gas pipeline was destroyed, however, the gas su... more

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PPP losing trust in judiciary

ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan People's Party (PPP) is losing trust in the superior judiciary for getting justice in the sub judice cases involving its leadership.The year 2012 is seeing PPP leaders expressing distrust in the superior courts in TV talk shows regarding different matters.During the hearing of the National Assembly speaker's ruling case last month, Attorney General of Pakistan Irfan Qadir had accused the chief justice of bias and said he should not be hearing petitions against the speaker... more

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Surgeon doctor kidnapped from Mastung

QUETTA: A surgeon of Bolan Medical Collage (BMC), Dr Din Muhammad Bangulzai, was kidnapped in Ganji Dori area of Mastung district on Sunday night. According to the Balochistan Levies official Muhammad Ishraf, Bangulzai was on his way from Quetta to Mastung when unidentified people whisked him away. "The doctor's car was found in Ganji Dori area and he was missing," the Levies official said. Bangulzai is a resident of Mastung, he said. Investigators were surprised that the abductors did not take ... more

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Afghan couple flees to Pakistan, fearing persecution

PESHAWAR: An Afghan couple who fled from the war-torn Afghanistan to marry in Pakistan are being held in protective custody amidst fears that the bride's angry relatives would kill them, officials said on Sunday.Hewad, 22, wed 18-year-old Mariyam Marjman in Abbottabad last month, after escaping Kabul with the help of their Pakistani friend.Mariyam told officials that a jirga of her relatives had travelled to Abbottabad with the aim of taking her back to Afghanistan, where she would probably be m... more

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