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I am a victim not a beneficiary, says Mukhtar
He said the NAB had filed only two cases against him and in both of them he was acquitted by courts on merit, before the promulgation of the NRO.
Zardari, Gilani meet to defuse ‘tension’ triggered by NRO
President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani met on Monday to defuse ‘tension’ between their ‘camps’ triggered by the release of a list of beneficiaries of …
Curfew imposed in Bajaur after clashes
Pakistan on Tuesday imposed a curfew in a key tribal district after deadly clashes with the Taliban amid rising violence away from the battlefield of a major army assault, officials said.
‘We apologise for neglecting Balochistan in the past’
Efforts are underway to win the hearts of the people of Balochistan and we apologise for neglecting Balochistan in the past, PM Gilani said in the National Assemly.
Two killed after tanker crushes van on Highway
A passenger van carrying more than 18 people collided with an oil tanker near the Therhi Bypass on the National Highway, killing at least two and injuring several others, police told DawnNews.
Indian army chief’s remarks show intentions: FO
Terming the Indian army chief’s remarks about nuclear war as a reflection of India’s offensive nuclear doctrine, Pakistan on Tuesday said it was fully capable of safeguarding its national …
Obama could lock in Afghanistan decision Monday
US official envoy for Afghanistan and Pakistan Richard Holbrooke rejected on Monday Islamabad’s complaint that the US had not consulted Pakistan as closely as it should have on the ongoing policy…
Indian PM says Pakistan must reject terror
Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh said the world must press Pakistan to stop supporting terrorists who continue to target India.
Philippines declares emergency in parts of south
President Gloria Arroyo on Tuesday put parts of the troubled southern Philippines under emergency rule following a massacre of at least 22 people there, her spokesman said.
India’s test-fire of medium-range missile fails
India's first nighttime test of a medium-range missile was a failure, missing its target, a defense ministry official said Tuesday.
Israeli air strikes on Gaza after rockets fired
Three Palestinians were wounded early on Tuesday as Israel carried out three air strikes on Hamas-run Gaza in response to rocket fire from the enclave, witnesses, medics and the army said.
Bangladesh begins trial of paramilitary mutineers
The first group from around 3,500 Bangladesh paramilitary troops charged with mutiny went on trial on Tuesday for their part in a bloody revolt earlier this year in which nearly 80 people were killed, …
Indian govt presents Liberhan report to parliament
The Indian government on Tuesday presented to parliament the findings of a long-delayed inquiry into the 1992 demolition of a mosque that triggered deadly religious riots.
Blast in Afghanistan’s Khost province kills three
A remote-controlled bomb hidden in a water truck exploded in the eastern Afghan province of Khost, killing three people including two children, the Interior Ministry said.
Britain must probe links to Pakistan torture: rights group
Britain should immediately set up an inquiry into allegations that its agents were complicit in the torture of suspected violent extremists in Pakistan, a human rights group said Tuesday.
Business & Economy
Engro to get $50mn from IFC for business expansion
International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group, said on Tuesday it will lend $50 million to Engro Chemicals, Pakistan’s second largest urea manufacturer, to expand its…
SBP cuts policy rate by 50 bps to 12.5 pc
Pakistan’s central bank cut on Tuesday its key policy rate by 50 basis points to 12.5 per cent for December and January, the bank’s chief spokesman said.
‘Punjab decision on NFC to reflect people’s expectations’
Punjab Finance Minister, Tanvir Ashraf Kaira has said that Punjab has presented its stance in an all out way with regard to distribution of financial resources under NFC and the political leadership of…
‘Argentine will assist Pakistan in exploring new trade markets’
Pakistan and Argentine with active co-operation and understanding can come out of the prevailing global economic recession, said Rodlfo J. Martine, Ambassador of Argentine to Pakistan here on Monday. "…
World Bank, ADB report on DNA: five NWFP districts, two Fata agencies reconstruction cost seen at $1,087 million
The World Bank (WB) and the Asian Development Bank (ADB) have carried out 'Damage and Needs Assessment' (DNA), encompassing crisis-affected regions of NWFP and the Federally Administrated Tribal Area (…
Sama delegation visits KCCI
A delegation of Saddar Alliance of Markets Association (Sama) representing 120 markets alliance of Sadder, headed by Talat Mahmood visited Karachi Chamber of Commerce & Industry (KCCI) and met with President…
Footwear exhibition on January 29
First ever footwear exhibition will be organised between January 29 to 30,2010 in the city at Karachi Expo Centre. Rana Abdul Waheed, organiser of the exhibition said that Governor Sindh Dr Ishrat-ul-…
‘Government should cancel accord with PSA to complete Gwadar Port project’
Chairman Standing Committee Port and Shipping, Rana Mehmood-ul-Hassan has said that in order to complete the Gwadar Port project, government should cancel the agreement with the Port of Singapore Authority…
Activity at Karachi and Qasim ports
The Karachi Port handled 261,608 tonnes of cargo including 198,861 tonnes import and 62,747 tonnes export cargo including 3,429 empty and loaded containers during last 48 hours ending at 0700 hours on…
CCP has no legal authority to interfere in PIA affairs: Mukhtar says…
Defence Minister Chaudhry Ahmed Mukhtar on Monday said the Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) has no legal authority to interfere in the affairs of the Pakistan International Airlines and impose…
Lyari Expressway: Senate body expresses concern over slow pace of work
The Senate Standing Committee on Communications headed by Senator Wali Muhammad Badini on Monday expressed grave concerns over the slow pace of work on Lyari Expressway and directed the concerned authorities…
Over Rs three billion being spent on construction of farm-to-market roads
Under Punjab Development Programme (PDP), the government is spending more than Rs 3 billion during fiscal year on the construction of farm-to-market roads, health, water and provision of sanitation facilities…
Sports
Rafael Nadal again loses to Robin Soderling
Rafael Nadal lost to Robin Soderling for the second straight time, falling 6-4, 6-4 Monday in their opening round-robin match at the ATP World Tour Finals.
Selectors name 18-member hockey squad for Argentina
Strikers Shafqat Rasool and Abbas Haider failed to retain their places as Mohammad Rizwan and Umer Bhutta replaced them in the national 18-member hockey team which was announced for the Challenge Trophy…
Bolt and Richards named IAAF world athletes of year
Jamaican sprinter Usain Bolt, who became one of the world’s most recognised athletes, and American women’s 400 metres world champion Sanya Richards were named IAAF world athletes of the year…
Twitter age gets mixed reception in sport
Michelle Wie’s glee at her first LPGA triumph and Lance Armstrong’s ride-along calls show how Twitter brings fans closer to their sports heroes, but athlete tweeting is proving to have its…
Asian football stars split on video technology
Asian stars and officials are split over the use of video technology in football with one ex-top Saudi player Tuesday expressing fears that it will ‘kill fan enthusiasm.’
Title fight unites boxers of different faiths
A fist fight may seem an odd way to show respect between Jews and Muslims, but when Dmitriy Salita competes for the WBA light-welterweight title next month, he’ll be doing just that.
Asian football gets billion dollar injection
Asian football chief Mohamed Bin Hammam signed a $1 billion dollar rights deal with World Sports Group on Tuesday.
PHF to set up academies for goalies: Alam
Acknowledging the crucial role of a custodian in modern-day hockey, Pakistan Hockey Federation (PHF) will soon establish a goalkeeping academy in the country.
Technology
Counterfeit HP ink, toner: South Asia ACF team and police take enforcement action
Show »The South Asia ACF team along with the local police conducted an enforcement action against a manufacturer and distributor of counterfeit HP Ink and Toner packagings in the Shah Alam Market, Lahore. HP…
Systems Limited to work with NUCES FAST
Show »An initiative has been taken by the Systems Limited to work with the senior faculty of the National University of Computer and Emerging Sciences (NUCES FAST) and help broaden the learning experience of…