Important verdict due tomorrow: Will Khawaja Asif be disqualified
Important verdict due tomorrow: Will Khawaja Asif be disqualified

ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad High Court (IHC) will announce verdict in Foreign Minister Khawaja Asif’s disqualification case tomorrow.

On April 10, an IHC larger bench had reserved its judgment in a matter where a Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader Usman

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Jamat-e-Islami to quit KP govt next week
Jamat-e-Islami to quit KP govt next week

PESHAWAR: Following the revival of Muttahida Majlis-s-Amal (MMA), Jamat-e-Islami has decided to quit Khyber Pakhtwnkha coalition government.

JI provincial chief Mushtaq Ahmed Khan on Wednesday said that, since the religious parties have decided to revive the alliance there’s no p

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CJP Nisar in Balakot to investigate embezzlement in earthquake funds
CJP Nisar in Balakot to investigate embezzlement in earthquake funds

ISLAMABAD: Chief Justice Mian Saqib Nisar Wednesday has reached Balakot to review uplift work and to hear the first-hand account of the deadly 2005 earthquake victims.

Chief Justice suddenly planned his visit while hearing a suo moto case pertaining to

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Pakistan military band mesmerises ‘Horn of Peace& festival in Beijing
Pakistan military band mesmerises ‘Horn of Peace& festival in Beijing
Pakistan military band mesmerises ‘Horn of Peace& festival in Beijing
Pakistan military band mesmerises ‘Horn of Peace’ festival in Beijing

BEIJING: The 5th "Horn of Peace" Military Band Festival of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) kicked off in Beijing on Tuesday evening.

Military bands from eight countries, namely, China, Kyrgyzstan, Pakistan, Russia, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan,

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Body of Italian-Pakistani woman Sana Cheema exhumed
Body of Italian-Pakistani woman Sana Cheema exhumed

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan police Wednesday exhumed the body of an Italian national over claims she had been murdered by relatives in a so-called honour killing, in a case that has made headlines across Italy.

Police in the eastern city of Gujrat launched an investigation

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Body of Sana Cheema to be exhumed today
Body of Sana Cheema to be exhumed today

LAHORE: Police on Tuesday got  permission from a sessions judge to exhume the body of an Italian-Pakistani woman, Sana Cheema, who was allegedly killed by her father, brother for honour on April 18 in Gujrat.

As per details, Sana, 26, wanted to marry an Italian man and had turned

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Meesha Shafi's lawyer claims she has proof to support allegations
Meesha Shafi's lawyer claims she has proof to support allegations

KARACHI: Meesha Shafi’s counsel Barrister Ahmad Pansota has come forward claiming the singer has evidence to back up her allegations against Ali Zafar.

Talking to Geo News, the barrister said: "She has proof of sexual harassment against Ali Zafar," while

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Suicide bombers target security forces in Quetta: Six policeman embraced martyrdom
Suicide bombers target security forces in Quetta: Six policeman embraced martyrdom

QUETTA: At least six policemen embraced martyrdom and 15 security personnel were wounded Tuesday when three suicide bombers blew themselves up in quick succession in the provincial capital, officials said.

"The first suicide bomber blew

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Suicide bombers target security forces in Quetta: Six policeman embraced martyrdom
Suicide bombers target security forces in Quetta: Six policeman embraced martyrdom

QUETTA: At least six policemen embraced martyrdom and 15 security personnel were wounded Tuesday when three suicide bombers blew themselves up in quick succession in the provincial capital, officials said.

"The first suicide bomber blew

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Russia keen to expand military ties with Pakistan: Top military official tells Gen Bajwa
Russia keen to expand military ties with Pakistan: Top military official tells Gen Bajwa

RAWALPINDI: Russian military chief said that Pakistan was a geo-strategically important country and Moscow is keen to expand its existing bilateral military-to-military cooperation.

This, he said, in a meeting with army chief General

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China will continue its support to Pakistan, assures Vice President Wang Qishan
China will continue its support to Pakistan, assures Vice President Wang Qishan

Beijing: Foreign Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif met with Vice President of the People’s Republic of China, Wang Qishan, where he reaffirmed China’s support to Pakistan’s independence and sovereignty and its counter-terrorism efforts.

“China w

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Chinese professor addresses in Urdu, stresses its significance as global language

KARACHI: A Chinese professor surprised the audience when he addressed a seminar completely in fluent Urdu.

Prof Dr Tang Meng Sheng of Peking University was in Karachi recently to attend a conference in connection with China-Pakistan

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In memory of Sabeen Mehmud
In memory of Sabeen Mehmud

Today marks the third year since Pakistan’s highly lauded human rights activist, Sabeen Mehmud was shot dead in Karachi.

The founder of the community center and café, The Second Floor (T2F), was returning home with her elderly mother after a session held at T2F when she received fatal gunshots

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The News impact: CJP Nisar takes notice of blind lawyerplea who dreamt of becoming judge
The News impact: CJP Nisar takes notice of blind lawyer’s plea who dreamt of becoming judge

ISLAMABAD: Chief Justice Mian Saqib Nisar has taken suo motu notice over a news story published in The News about a blind lawyer who wanted to be Pakistan’s top judge but was denied opportunity because of his disability.

CJP Nisar

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Dennis thinks Sania, Shoaib should name their child 'Kashmir'
Dennis thinks Sania, Shoaib should name their child 'Kashmir'

After perfecting the art of trolling Indian cricket fans, Dennis seems to have sharpened his sense of humor too.

The Australian journalist was at his best when he reacted to Sania Mirza's Twitter post in which the tennis star seemed to announce her pregnancy

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American diplomat put on black list for killing Pakistani youth in road accident
American diplomat put on black list for killing Pakistani youth in road accident

ISLAMABAD: Name of a US diplomat involved in a road accident in Islamabad has been put on the black list, the federal government told the Islamabad High Court on Tuesday.

Deputy Attorney General Raja Khalid told the court that Colonel

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CJ says won't take salary until PWD employees get theirs
CJ says won't take salary until PWD employees get theirs

ISLAMABAD: Chief Justice of Pakistan Mian Saqib Nisar on Tuesday said he would not take his salary until employees of the Public Works Department (PWD) receive theirs.

The chief justice was hearing a case regarding the non-payment of salaries to PWD employees.

He

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Supreme Court permits security to Nawaz Sharif being former premier
Supreme Court permits security to Nawaz Sharif being former premier

ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court on Monday allowed adequate security for the ousted prime minister Nawaz Sharif on sanctions as a former prime minister.

The hearing in the apex court was being headed by Chief Justice Pakistan Justice Saqib Nisar to

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Gwadar port aims to become a new Dubai
Gwadar port aims to become a new Dubai

GWADAR:  For over a decade, Pakistani officials have dreamed of transforming the small but strategically located fishing port of Gwadar into a duty-free port and free economic zone – Pakistan’s answer to Dubai.

The aim is for Gwadar – located on the Arabian Sea near Iran and the m

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Man from China ties knot with Pakistani girl he met online
Man from China ties knot with Pakistani girl he met online
Man from China ties knot with Pakistani girl he met online
Man from China ties knot with Pakistani girl he met online

After coming from his country a Chinese man tied the knot with a Pakistani woman he had met online.

The 26 year old Chinese man identified as Budio flew from his country to get hitched to 21 year old Shama, hailing from the Pakistani city of Sargodha.

The

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Russian delegation due in Pakistan as Moscow eyes 'big-ticket investment'
Russian delegation due in Pakistan as Moscow eyes 'big-ticket investment'

Reports in local and foreign media have recently suggested that Pakistan has been drifting away from the United State due to American policies and President Trump's bellicose rhetoric.

As Americans continue to make Islamabad scapegoat for their

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China reassures Pakistan on ties ahead of Modi-Xi summit
China reassures Pakistan on ties ahead of Modi-Xi summit

BEIJING: Pakistani Foreign Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif met with Chinese State Councillor and Foreign Minister Wang Yi in Diaoyutai State Guesthouse.

During the meeting  both the sides agreed to enhance mutual cooperation for peace and regional stability and

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CPEC, a futuristic project for upcoming generations: PM Abbasi
CPEC, a futuristic project for upcoming generations: PM Abbasi

KARACHI: Prime Minister Shahid Khaqan Abbasi on Monday said China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) was not only a project for the present, but had the potential to pass on its benefits to the future generations.

Addressing at the CPEC Summit, he said the

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Karachiites react to reports on 'closure' of Do Darya eateries
Karachiites react to reports on 'closure' of Do Darya eateries
Karachiites react to reports on 'closure' of Do Darya eateries
Karachiites react to reports on 'closure' of Do Darya eateries
Karachiites react to reports on 'closure' of Do Darya eateries

All the restaurant located at  Karachi's Do Darya shoreline along  the Arabian Sea  are expected to be shut down in June, according to reports circulating on the social media.

People are discussing the reports, and most of them are disappointed with the

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Pakistan appoints first-ever female diplomat in Saudi Arabia
Pakistan appoints first-ever female diplomat in Saudi Arabia
Pakistan appoints first-ever female diplomat in Saudi Arabia

Fouzia Fayyaz has been appointed as councilor at Pakistan’s embassy in Saudi Arabia, making her the first-ever female diplomat in the Kingdom in 70 years.

Talking to Daily Jang, Fouzia stated that Pakistan is a progressive country that has always recognised

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Dispute between K-Electric, SSGC resolved: PM Abbasi
Dispute between K-Electric, SSGC resolved: PM Abbasi

KARACHI: Prime Minister Shahid Khaqan Abbasi on Monday said that the dispute between two warring utilities K-Electric and Sui Southern Gas Company has been resolved and the SSGC has been instructed to provide required gas supply for power generation.

Addressing a press

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Nawaz returns to face trial
Nawaz returns to face trial

ISLAMABAD: Ousted prime minister Nawaz Sharif and his daughter Maryam Nawaz late on Sunday returned home from London to appear before the accountability court in Avenfield reference.

Former prime minister Nawaz Sharif, who was disqualified by the Supreme Court last year, is due to appear in

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Sirajul Haq's comments on Senate election meaningful: Nawaz Sharif
Sirajul Haq's comments on Senate election meaningful: Nawaz Sharif

ISLAMABAD: Former prime minister Nawaz Sharif on Monday said Sirjaul Haq's statement regarding Senate election is meaningful.

Speaking to media outside the accountability court, he said "Sirajul Haq said orders came from the "top" following which votes

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SC suspends LCWU vice chancellor Dr Uzma
SC suspends LCWU vice chancellor Dr Uzma

LAHORE: The Supreme Court (SC) Sunday suspended Vice Chancellor of Lahore College For Woman University (LCWU) Dr Uzma Qureshi.

The court ordered the Punjab government to form a new inquiry committee to look into the allegations against Dr Uzma Qureshi’s eligibility within three d

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K-Electric responsible for Karachi’s power shortage: Shehbaz

KARACHI: Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) President Shehbaz Sharif Sunday said K-Electric was mainly responsible for the power crisis in the mega city of Karachi.

The prime minister had convened a meeting to discuss the power issue being faced by Karachi,

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