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ECP code of conduct being violated in NA-120: Shah Mehmood Qureshi

LAHORE: Senior PTI leader Shah Mehmood Qureshi, while addressing a press conference, said the Election Commission of Pakistan's code of conduct is being violated in NA-120.  Qureshi said PTI's candidate for NA-120, Dr Yasmin Rashid has raised six points with the ECP and has also submitted them in writing. He claimed that ECP has taken steps only on paper and has yet to take any meaningful measures to address the concerns raised by PTI.  The PTI vice-chairman said 29,000 identity cards from NA

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No justice till Musharraf answers for crimes, says Aseefa

Aseefa Bhutto Zardari - File photo  Aseefa Bhutto Zardari, the daughter of former Prime Minister Benazir Bhutto reacted to the verdict in the murder case of her mother. ?There will be no justice till Pervez Musharraf answers for his crimes,? Aseefa tweeted. The former prime minister?s daughter further said that justice was still awaited even after 10 years and while abettors had been punished, those guilty of Benazir?s murder roamed free. <="" a><="" blockquote> Assefa?s

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Analysts, politicians weigh in after Benazir verdict

ISLAMABAD: An anti-terrorism court on Thursday acquitted five accused in the Benazir Bhutto murder case and sentenced two accused to 17 years in prison.  ATC Judge Asghar Khan announced the verdict and also declared former military ruler Pervez Musharraf as an absconder. Director Geo News Rana Jawad said that the decision is perplexing as it focuses on individuals who neglected their duties after Benazir's murder and does not focus on the real culprits.  The decision fails to address the main

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US air strike kills 13 civilians: Afghan officials

It comes days after Afghan officials said the country´s own air force killed up to 13 civilians in separate strikes targeting a Taliban base in Herat-Reuters (File photo) Thirteen civilians from the same family were killed and another 15 wounded in a US air strike on Taliban fighters in eastern Afghanistan, Afghan authorities said Thursday. US Forces-Afghanistan said it has launched an investigation into the incident which an Afghan official said also killed more than a dozen insurgents hiding

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Speaker sends reference against Ayesha Gulalai to ECP

ISLAMABAD: National Assembly speaker Ayaz Sadiq has sent a reference against former Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) member and MNA Ayesha Gulalai seeking to denotify from her seat, to the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP). The ECP confirmed it has received the notice. PTI Chairman Imran Khan on Tuesday had sent a notice to Gulalai stating that she has defected from the party in terms of Article 63 A (1) of the Constitution. ?In furtherance thereof and in compliance with the requirements of

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PSA lifts ban on international tournaments in Pakistan

ISLAMABAD: The Professional Squash Association (PSA) confirmed that it has sanctioned two PSA world tour events in Pakistan in December, after lifting a ban imposed in February 2017 which prevented the country from hosting international events due to security concerns. "The decision to impose the ban on Pakistan was made after extensive consultation with Sport Risk in relation to security issues but the PSA is now satisfied that there are no immediate security concerns,? stated the press relea

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Pilgrims scale Mount Arafat for peak of Hajj

MOUNT ARAFAT: Some two million Muslims from around the world began gathering Thursday on Mount Arafat for the highlight of the Hajj pilgrimage to Saudi Arabia dedicated to prayers and reflection. The second day of the Hajj, a must for all able-bodied Muslims who can afford it, is dedicated to prayer and reflection. Arafat is the site where Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) gave his last sermon about 14 centuries ago after leading his followers on the pilgrimage. In the evening, the pilgrims will trave

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NA-120 by-poll: PTI threatens sit-in if concerns not addressed

Rashid addresses media during a visit to the constituency LAHORE: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader Yasmin Rashid on Thursday said the party has various options, including holding a sit-in, if its concerns over NA-120 by-poll are not addressed. Addressing media while visiting the constituency, Rashid demanded that the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) take notice of the violation of code of conduct by the ruling party. ECP is not independent, says PTI before NA-120 by-polls PT

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TED: Phones and drones transforming healthcare

TANZANIA: In the developing world, basic healthcare is often a challenge -- let alone expensive medical screening or tests for easily treatable, preventable illnesses. TEDGlobal, an annual conference devoted to "ideas worth spreading" taking place in Tanzania this week, heard of new technologies that could revolutionise healthcare for the poor. Algorithms to detect diseases Infectious diseases are fast being overtaken by afflictions such as cancer as the biggest health problem in Africa, whe

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Shadab Khan joins Heat for Big Bash

BRISBANE: Pakistan's dynamic teen leg-spinner Shadab Khan will play in Australia's Twenty20 Big Bash League with Brisbane Heat this year, the club said Thursday. Shadab, 18, has made impressive progress since his international debut for Pakistan last year, producing starring T20 turns in the Pakistan Super League and the Caribbean Premier League. He earned player of the match honours in his first two T20 Internationals for Pakistan against the West Indies, claiming 3 for 7 and 4 for 14. "He i

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FO calls Gen Nicholson?s statement ?unnecessary? and ?unacceptable?

ISLAMABAD: The Foreign Office rejected on Thursday the recent statements of Commander of US Forces and NATO in Afghanistan General John Nicholson, calling them ?unnecessary and unacceptable?. FO spokesman Nafees Zakaria addressed several issues pertaining to the region and Pakistan?s foreign relations. A conference of envoys under Prime Minsiter Shahid Khaqan Abbasi will be held from Sep 5-7, he informed. The FO Spokesman said that no high-level contact was established between the US and Pakis

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Akhtar says no quick solution to Karachi drainage, laments Sindh govt?s apathy

[embed_video1 url=http://stream.jeem.tv/vod/316f2c5aa7aa35dd27c636b0d05bf88b.mp4/playlist.m3u8?wmsAuthSign=c2VydmVyX3RpbWU9OC8zMS8yMDE3IDg6NTg6MjEgQU0maGFzaF92YWx1ZT1LNFRqTVhsOThRRE5ZK2FVNHlobjhBPT0mdmFsaWRtaW51dGVzPTYwJmlkPTE= style=center] KARACHI: Mayor Karachi Waseem Akhar on Thursday admitted the dismal condition of the city after rain but placed the entire blame on the Sindh government for the overflowing roads. T

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Seven dead, dozens feared trapped in Mumbai building collapse

Firefighters and rescue workers search for survivors at the site of a collapsed building in Mumbai, India, August 31, 2017.-Reuters At least seven people died and dozens were feared trapped when a building collapsed in India´s financial capital of Mumbai Thursday, after days of heavy rain swamped the city. Rescuers using diggers sifted through the remains of the four-storey residential building which gave way around 08:40 am (0310 GMT) in the densely populated area of Bhendi Bazaar. It was the

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Sheikh Rasheed submits reference in ECP against PM Abbasi

ISLAMABAD: Awami Muslim League Chief Sheikh Rasheed submitted on Thursday a reference against Prime Minister Shahid Khaqan Abbasi to the Election Commission of Pakistan. The AML chief also spoke to media afterwards. He said that if the petition is not paid adequate heed then he will approach the Supreme Court in this regard. He said that the Liquified Natural Gas issue is similar to a sea of corruption. Sheikh Rasheed expressed hope that the ECP would hear the reference that he submitted to

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At least five dead as rain batters Karachi; showers across country today

KARACHI: At least five people were killed as the metropolis was battered with heavy rainfall on Thursday after initial light showers a day before, Geo News reported.  Heavy rainfall started late Wednesday night, resulting in disruption of power supply to many areas of the city.   Reports of rainfall were received from Saddar, Gulistan-e-Jauhar, Gulshan-e-Iqbal, Shahrah-e-Faisal, Airport, Gulshan-e-Hadeed, Malir and other areas. The highest amount oif rainfall was recorded at 97mm in North Kar

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LHC reserves verdict on petition seeking freezing of Nawaz?s assets

LAHORE: Lahore High Court has reserved its verdict on the petition to freeze assets of ousted prime minister Nawaz Sharif till inquiry against him by the National Accountability Court (NAB) is completed. The hearing was held by Justice Mamoon-ur-Rasheed on the petition of Barrister Javed Iqbal. Iqbal had filed three petitions in the court asking that the title of ?sir? be taken back from Nawaz, his name be placed on the Exit Control List (ECL) and his assets be frozen till NAB inquiry, in light

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In pictures: Heavy rain hits Karachi, disrupts life

Heavy rainfall on Thursday battered the city and flooded the streets, a day after initial light showers turned the city's weather pleasant.  The rain related incidents claimed five lives in the metropolis, while electricity supply was suspended to several areas of the city.  While early morning rain caused inconvenience to many, it also became a source of joy for some who arrived at the beach. At least five dead as rain batters Karachi; showers across country today With over 40 mill

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Unruly workers disrupt Nawaz's speech upon arrival in London

LONDON: Former prime minister Nawaz Sharif arrived in London on Thursday to tend to his ailing wife Kulsoom Nawaz, however, a crowd of workers gathered to welcome him didn?t let the former prime minister's speech upon arrival go smoothly. Nawaz Sharif left Lahore on Wednesday to meet his wife and sons who are present in London these days due to the ongoing cancer treatment of Kulsoom Nawaz. When the former prime minister arrived in London early morning, where party workers got uncontrolled and

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Qadri returns, demands court to make Model Town report public

Dr Tahir ul Qadri addressing media at Lahore Airport. Source: Geo News LAHORE: Pakistan Awami Tehreek Chairperson Dr Tahirul Qadri arrived in Lahore on Thursday morning after a brief stay in London. Speaking to the press at Allama Iqbal International Airport, Qadri said that he hopes that the courts will make Justice Ali Baqar Najafi Commission report public, adding that as according to the NAB ordinance National Accountability Bureau cases against Sharif family should be heard on daily basis

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Harvey moves into Louisiana with at least 35 dead, 17 missing

A Coast Guard helicopter searches areas hit by flood waters due to Tropical Storm Harvey in Beaumont, Texas, U.S. August 30, 2017-Reuters LAKE CHARLES, La. /HOUSTON: Tropical Storm Harvey spun across southeast Texas into Louisiana on Wednesday, sending more people fleeing for shelter after swamping Houston with record rains and flooding that killed at least 35 people and drove tens of thousands from their homes. The storm has forced 32,000 people into shelters since coming ashore on Friday as t

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In call with Saudi king, Trump urges end to Qatar dispute: White House

US President Donald Trump in a phone call. Photo: Reuters/File  WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump spoke with Saudi King Salman on Wednesday and urged ?all the parties in the Qatar dispute? to find a diplomatic resolution to end a crisis that has embroiled several Gulf countries, the White House said in a statement. Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, the UAE, and Egypt cut ties with Qatar on June 5 ? accusing it of backing extremism and fostering ties with Iran ? triggering the biggest political crisis

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Benazir murder case verdict to be announced today

RAWALPINDI: The verdict in the Benazir Bhutto murder case which has been ongoing for the past nine years will be announced today.  Sources said the Anti-Terrorism Court Judge Asghar Khan has arrived in the courtroom whereas former Rawalpindi CPO Saud Aziz and former Rawal Town SP Khurram Shahzad ? suspects out on bail ? are also present in the courtroom.  The court reserved its verdict on Wednesday after the counsels of the suspects completed their arguments. ATC reserves decision in B

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US economy hits Trump's 3% growth target in second quarter

US President Donald Trump gives remarks during an appearance at the Loren Cook Company on August 30, 2017, in Springfield, Missouri. AFP/Getty Images/Michael B. Thomas WASHINGTON: The US economy grew at its fastest pace in more than two years in the second quarter, hitting President Donald Trump's goal for the first time since he took office, according to data released Wednesday. Higher consumer spending and business investment prompted a sharp upward revision in gross domestic product (GDP) w

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Annette Bening says women progressing in film biz

Annette Bening ? an American actress and president of the jury ? arrives for the opening ceremony of the 74th Venice Film Festival and the premiere of the movie 'Downsizing', on August 30, 2017, at Venice Lido. AFP/Tiziana Fabi  VENICE: US actress Annette Bening said Wednesday she believes women are making progress in the movie industry, despite only one female-directed film making it into the competition selection at Venice, where she is chairing the awards jury. "There is sexism, of course,

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Defending human rights 'not a crime': freed Sudan activist

Mudawi Ibrahim Adam ? a leading Sudanese activist ? gives an interview to AFP at his home in Omdurman, on August 30, 2017, the day after he was released from prison after he was given a presidential pardon. AFP/Ashraf Shazly  KHARTOUM: A leading Sudanese activist who was released after a presidential pardon said Wednesday that defending human rights was "not a crime", as he vowed to continue fighting against rights abuses. Mudawi Ibrahim Adam, an engineering professor at the University of Kha

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