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US envoy headed home after India 'revenge' expulsion

The Express Tribune - ‎17 minutes ago‎
NEW DELHI: A US diplomat in New Delhi was headed for home Saturday after being expelled in a bitter row over an Indian envoy's arrest that has seriously strained ties between the two countries.

Under pressure: Govt heads off crisis as NADRA chief bows out

The Express Tribune - ‎5 hours ago‎
PM names Imtiaz Tajwar as temporary head, preventing a huge backlog of ID card applications. By Zahid Gishkori / Our Correspondent.

Relief for growers: Urea price slashed by Rs114 per 50kg

The Express Tribune - ‎5 hours ago‎
After successful talks with govt, fertiliser companies agree to print price on urea bags from March 1. By Our Correspondent. Published: January 11, 2014.

'Inconsistent' Pak Internet controls lack transparency: Report

Business Standard - ‎2 hours ago‎
A recent report, titled "Pakistan's Internet Landscape," has revealed that despite systematized blocking and filtering of online contents in recent years by the government, the process is still inconsistent and lacks transparency.

New headache for French president as magazine alleges affair

New Straits Times - ‎1 hour ago‎
French President Francois Hollande faces a new headache after a magazine reported he routinely spends the night with an actress. Hollande reacted furiously to the allegation -- backed up by photos reportedly showing the president entering the flat of ...

South Sudan troops fight to wrest final rebel stronghold

Bangkok Post - ‎31 minutes ago‎
South Sudanese government troops were Saturday battling to recapture the last remaining rebel stronghold of Bor, the army said, a day after wresting control of a key northern oil city.

Major fire destroys ancient Tibetan town in Chinese resort

Business Standard - ‎27 minutes ago‎
A Tibetan town in southwest China's Shangri-la resort, famous for its ancient wooden structures and cultural relics, was today destroyed in a massive fire that gutted over 240 houses and forced the evacuation of 2,600 people.

Hundreds of foreigners continue Central African Republic exodus

The Times (subscription) - ‎15 minutes ago‎
An emergency evacuation in the Central African Republic (CAR) will help hundreds of foreigners flee the troubled country. The International Organisation for Migration (IOM) is to start airlifting 800 Chadians today and they are among 33,000 Africans in need ...

Ukraine opposition leader injured in clash with police

Los Angeles Times - ‎36 minutes ago‎
KIEV. Ukraine -- Opposition leader Yuri Lutsenko was seriously injured when protesters clashed with riot police in downtown Kiev early Saturday, his spokeswoman said.

Israel friend of yours, Mr Cameron?

Press TV - ‎6 minutes ago‎
The Palestinian Embassy, for once, has done something useful and released figures that paint a shocking picture of Israel's mega-crimes against their helpless Palestinian neighbours over the past year.

Practical collaboration: US aid helping local economy, says Shaukatullah

The Express Tribune - ‎5 hours ago‎
US ambassador says US bores 60% development cost of more than 18km of Ring Road, provincial govt covers the rest. By News Desk. Published: January 11, 2014.

Qasim Zia's daughter taken into custody after injuring policeman

The News International - ‎1 hour ago‎
LAHORE: Anum Zia, the daughter of former PPP Punjab President Qasim Zia was taken into custody after she injured a policeman in a traffic accident here on Saturday.

EMA group of China offers investment in power sector

The Nation - ‎11 hours ago‎
ISLAMABAD - YEMA group of China has shown interest in investing in Pakistan, as the company is involved in thermal power, hydropower, wind power, solar power engineering and power grid construction.

PIA eyes to induct 20 new aircraft in its fleet

Pakistan Observer - ‎6 hours ago‎
Saturday, January 11, 2014 - Karachi—Although the government has indicated firmness in is decision to privatize PIA, yet the PIA Management is making efforts to persuade the Government to induct 20 fuel efficient aircraft in its fleet.

Stocks finish weekend session on bullish note

DAWN.com - ‎8 hours ago‎
KARACHI: The stocks closed on Friday on a bullish note with KSE-100 index up by 115.08 points to 26,488.32. The volumes remained thin at 230 million shares compared with average daily turnover of 320 million shares during the week.

LHC seeks report on murder of six-year-old child

Pakistan Daily Times - ‎13 hours ago‎
LAHORE: The Lahore High Court on Friday sought a report from the district and sessions judge of Rahim Yar Khan about a press report regarding the assault and murder of a six-year-old child.

APCNGA decides to call off strike in Sindh

The News International - ‎1 hour ago‎
KARACHI: All Pakistan Compressed Natural Gas Association (APCNGA) has decided to call off strike as the federal government gave assurance of addressing the association's demands, Chairman APCNGA said.

Pakistan 265-6 at tea in second Sri Lanka Test

Yahoo Singapore News
13 minutes ago
Written by
Cheryl Tay
Pakistan, facing defeat in the second Test against Sri Lanka, reached 265-6 at tea on the fourth day in Dubai on Saturday. Sri Lanka removed Pakistani skipper Misbah-ul Haq for 97 before tea to press their claims for a win and take a 1-0 lead in the ...

Pakistan to Help Train Afghan Cricketers

Newsweek Pakistan - ‎5 hours ago‎
Under-19 cricket team to train in Lahore and play eight practice matches against various teams. Afghanistan's Under-19 cricket side arrives in Pakistan this weekend to train with the hosts' elite academy coaches in preparation for next month's World Cup.

Nenad Zimonjic, Daniel Nestor win ATP tournament in Sydney

InSerbia News - ‎20 minutes ago‎
Serbian tennis player Nenad Zimonjic and Canadian Daniel Nestor won ATP tournament in Sydney after they defeated Indian/Pakistani double Rohan Bopana / Aisam ul-Haq Qureshi with 7:6 (7:3), 7:6 (7:3).

Cricket: NZ defeat West Indies in opening

New Zealand Herald - ‎1 hour ago‎
Brendon McCullum of New Zealand bats during the first T20 between New Zealand and the West Indies. Photo / Getty Images. An unbeaten 85-run partnership between Brendon McCullum and Luke Ronchi - the highest sixth-wicket stand for New Zealand in ...

ATP Tour: Bernard Tomic hammered by Juan Martin del Potro in Sydney final

SkySports - ‎10 minutes ago‎
Top seed Juan Martin del Potro made light work of home hope Bernard Tomic who could win just four games in the final of the Sydney International on Saturday.

'Artistic expression': 12th Sufi music festival opens today

The Express Tribune - ‎Jan 9, 2014‎
Over 200 musicians and singers from the country to take part in event, says Rafi Peer Theater Workshop CEO. By APP. Published: January 10, 2014.

Deepika and Aamir to share screen space?

Business Recorder - ‎2 hours ago‎
According to the Times of India Bollywood actress Deepika Padukone will share screen space with Aamir Khan in a forthcoming film, to be co-produced by Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani, under their banner 'Excel Entertainment'.

Pakistan polio workers refuse to join vaccination campaign

Business Standard - ‎4 hours ago‎
Around 70 health workers in Pakistan's Khyber Agency area refused to take part in a polio vaccination campaign Saturday citing security concerns, a media report said.

Europe watchdog advises suspending 'risky' osteoporosis drug

The News International - ‎2 hours ago‎
PARIS: A committee of Europe's medicines watchdog on Friday recommended suspending the use of an osteoporosis drug, saying the risks, including heart attacks, outweighed the benefits.

Illegal operations: NAB summons licensing record of pharma firms on January 14

Business Recorder - ‎1 hour ago‎
image ISLAMABAD: The National Accountability Bureau has launched probe into illegal operations of two pharmaceutical firms, operating without proper licensing for last 10 years.

Public health: 'Paan, supari, gukta leading causes of oral cancer'

The Express Tribune - ‎3 hours ago‎
Doctors at a seminar at King Edward Medical University (KEMU) on Friday said 40 percent of cancer patients in Pakistan had oral cancer.

Fiber optic dress changes colour on a whim

Business Recorder - ‎12 hours ago‎
The techno-chic with a few thousand dollars to spare can sport outfits that can change colour on a whim. London-based designer Amy Rainbow Winters showed just how in a FashionWare area at the Consumer Electronics Show here on Wednesday.

Tech worn in your socks... and the rest of the body

Business Recorder - ‎12 hours ago‎
There's a sensor in a bra, in your socks, on your wrist, attached to your chest, in the ears: wearable tech is spreading all over the body.
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Chinese award for top Pakistani scientist

News Tribe - ‎1 hour ago‎
KARACHI: Pakistan's one of the famous scientist Dr Atta-ur-Rehaman has won Chinese “International Science Cooperation award 2013”.

Was a Muslim scholar the first to discover America?

MuslimVillage.com - ‎21 hours ago‎
For centuries, the world has given Spanish explorer Christopher Columbus to be the man who discover the Americas (never mind the people who already lived there).

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