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Indian troops martyr 3 Kashmiri youth in Shopian

Srinagar: Protesters argue with a police officer after they defy restrictions and taken out a protest rally. PHOTO: KMS File    SRINAGAR: Three Kashmiri youth were martyred in Indian occupied Kashmir?s (IoK) Shopian district on Sunday, the Kashmir Media Service (KSM) reported. Indian troops, during a siege and search operation in Awneera area of the district, martyred the civilians. The martyred youth were identified as Kathpora Yaripora?s resident Umar Majid Sheikh, Malikgund Shopian?s local

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40 years ago, America shocked by death of Elvis

"The King of Rock ´n´ Roll" Elvis Presley. PHOTO: AFP PARIS: Forty years ago, on August 16, 1977, "The King of Rock ´n´ Roll" Elvis Presley died and rock lost its first superstar. Presley was found unconscious at his Graceland Mansion in Memphis, Tennessee, and declared dead at the hospital. He was just 42. The cause was pronounced as cardiac arrhythmia. But rumours quickly swirled. One of his former bodyguards described him as drugged and paranoid in an interview recorded several hours befor

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COAS in Quetta after deadly attack on army vehicle

Army Chief General Qamar Bajwa. Photo: File  QUETTA: Chief of Army Staff General Qamar Javed Bajwa arrived in Quetta on Sunday, a day after a suspected suicide attack on a military vehicle in the city left eight soldiers and seven civilians dead.  Sources said the army chief will visit the injured undergoing treatment in hospitals to inquire into their health and also chair a security meeting.  The FIR of the attack, which took place on Saturday evening at the Pishin bus stop, is yet to be reg

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Remembering Pakistan?s ?pop queen? on 17th death anniversary

Nazia Hassan  Pakistan?s ?pop queen? Nazia Hassan passed away 17 years ago today due to lung cancer. The iconic singer was born in Karachi on April 3, 1965 and passed away on August 13, 2000. Her debut song Aap Jaisa Koi in 1980 shot her to fame but for Nazia, it was just the beginning of a career that would leave an impression in the hearts of an entire generation and more. Along with her brother, Zohaib Hassan, Nazia released her album Disco Deewane in 1981. Her songs ?Dosti?, ?Disco Deew

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Patients continue to suffer as YDA strike enters 13th day

Deserted emergency ward of a government hospital in Lahore pictured early Tuesday. PHOTO: File   FAISALABAD/MULTAN: Healthcare delivery at all public hospitals of Punjab remained suspended as the Young Doctors Association's (YDA) strike entered its thirteenth day on Sunday. Patients continued to suffer as young doctors refused to resume duties in outdoor, indoor, and emergency wards in state-run hospitals across Faisalabad and Multan. The association has demanded that the provincial health se

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Trump's threat of Venezuela military action could bolster Maduro

Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro. Photo: Reuters  CARACAS: US President Donald Trump's talk of possible military action in Venezuela could be a political life-line for the country's unpopular leader, who has long used the threat of US aggression to justify policies that have shredded the economy. President Nicolas Maduro has continued the free-spending socialist "revolution" started by his predecessor, the late Hugo Chavez, almost 20 years ago. Key to the populist rhetoric used by both is a

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Gulalai says PTI chief still 'mentally serving British'

[embed_video1 url=http://stream.jeem.tv/vod/2cb3f895f314bce04d78f0bd2be21bf5.mp4/playlist.m3u8?wmsAuthSign=c2VydmVyX3RpbWU9OC8xMy8yMDE3IDU6NDY6NTAgQU0maGFzaF92YWx1ZT0xWis2ZllGcVdva1JiRE9jZHJzbjRnPT0mdmFsaWRtaW51dGVzPTYwJmlkPTE= style=center] Former Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) member Ayesha Gulalai, in a video message released late Saturday, wished the country on its 70th Independence Day. In the statement, Gulalai sa

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Chinese VP to visit Pakistan today for Independence Day celebrations

Vice Premier of the State Council of China Wang Yang. PHOTO: File KARACHI: Vice Premier of the State Council of China Wang Yang along with a delegation will visit Pakistan today (Sunday) to participate in the 70th Independence Day celebrations of the country, a Foreign Office spokesman said on Saturday. The special visit of Vice Premier Wang underscores the close brotherly and cooperative ties between Pakistan and China. During his visit, the vice premier will attend the flag-hoisting ceremony

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PAF to hold air show in Islamabad, Karachi on Aug 14

ISLAMABAD: The sky over Islamabad and Karachi will be buzzing on Independence Day as the Pakistan Air Force (PAF) plans to hold air shows in Karachi and Islamabad on August 14.  A number of official events are planned on Sunday to celebrate the country's 70th Independence Day.  The air show will be held at Fatima Jinnah Park, F-9 Park, Islamabad and Sea View Beach, Karachi. On Saturday, a full-dress rehearsal was carried out in Islamabad with PAF jets whizzing the capital's sky.  According

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Monsoon showers likely in central, upper parts of country: MET

PHOTO: AP The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) on Sunday said moist currents are penetrating upper and central parts of the country. A westerly wave is affecting upper and central parts of Pakistan. Rain and thunderstorm with a few heavy falls and gusty winds are expected at scattered places in upper Punjab (Rawalpindi, Gujranwala, Lahore, Sargodha, Faisalabad divisions), KP, Zhob, Islamabad, FATA, Kashmir and Gilgit-Baltistan in the next 24 hours. Light rain/drizzle is expected at a

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Five detained during raids in Karachi, bid to smuggle Irani diesel foiled

KARACHI: Five suspects were taken into custody during a search operation carried out late Saturday night here, near Mobina Town, police officials stated. The detainees include street criminals and counterfeit document makers, the Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Rao Anwar explained, adding that weapons, mobile phones, cash and forged documents were recovered from them. Another search operation was conducted in the residential areas of the metropolis' Saddar locale, police sources said.

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Injury floors Bolt and ruins final farewell

Usain Bolt of Jamaica lays on the track after sustaining an injury in the World Athletics Championships' 4 x 100 meters relay final held in the London Stadium, London, Britain, August 12, 2017. REUTERS/Lucy Nicholson  LONDON: Usain Bolt's unparalleled career ended in extraordinary drama on Saturday as he pulled up with injury on the anchor leg of his very last race, the 4x100 metres relay final at the World Championships. The 30-year-old had taken the baton for Jamaica a few metres adrift of

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At least one dead as white nationalists ignite Virginia clashes

First responders stand by a car that was struck when a car drove through a group of counter protesters at the 'Unite the Right' rally Charlottesville, Virginia, U.S., August 12, 2017. REUTERS/Justin Ide  CHARLOTTESVILLE: At least one person died and 30 were injured in a day of violent clashes between white nationalists and counter-protesters in Virginia on Saturday, with the state's governor blaming the neo-Nazis for sparking the violence and demanding that they go home. Two people also died

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At least 17 martyred, multiple injured in Quetta's Pishin Stop explosion

QUETTA: At least 17 people were martyred while over 20 people were injured in an explosion near Quetta's Pishin Stop, reported Geo News.  Sources claimed that the number of injured could be as high as 30.  According to provincial Home Minister Sarfaraz Bugti told Geo News the explosion was intense and the death toll could rise further.  "The target was a security forces vehicle," said Home Minister Sarfaraz Bugti. Casualties were also confirmed by rescue and hospital sources. The explosio

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At least one dead, 12 injured in Quetta's Pishin Stop explosion

QUETTA: At least one person was killed and 12 people were injured in an explosion near Quetta's Pishin Stop, reported Geo News.  Police sources confirmed the number of casualties.  The explosion took place in a vehicle, reported Geo News. Multiple cars were set on fire after the explosion. Rescue services have reached the site and are conducting rescue activities. A large contingent of security forces have also reached the spot.  Fire fighting vehicles are trying to control the fire after th

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Usain Bolt anchors Jamaica into world 4x100 relay finals

Usain Bolt's bid to bring the curtain down on his glittering career with a 15th world gold medal remained on track as Jamaica qualified for the final of the 4x100m relay. Bolt took the unusual step of racing the relay heats, something usually reserved for the more unheralded members of the squad. Tyquendo Tracey, Julian Forte and Michael Campbell safely negotiated the first three legs before Bolt steered his team home in a winning, season's best of 37.95 seconds. "It's been brilliant. The ene

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Zidane confirms to extend Real Madrid contract

Real Madrid coach Zinedine Zidane confirmed on Saturday he will sign a contract extension in the near future with the club he has guided to back-to-back Champions League titles. "I'm happy because it's a sign of confidence, that we have done good work," Zidane told a pre-match press conference ahead of Real's Spanish Super Cup showdown with Barcelona when quizzed on reports over his future. Madrid sports daily AS reported the Frenchman will be rewarded with a three-year deal for his feats in n

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64 deaths at India hospital without oxygen

LUCKNOW: At least 64 children have died over six days at a government hospital in northern India that suffered oxygen shortages, officials said Saturday. Authorities have launched an inquiry into the causes of the oxygen disruption but denied reports that it had caused the deaths at the Baba Raghav Das Hospital in Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh state. Indian media said 30 children died on Thursday and Friday because of the lack of oxygen on wards. Suppliers´ bills had allegedly not been paid. "Six

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Hope PPP will not back out from supporting democratic process: Marriyum

ISLAMABAD: State Minister for Information and Broadcasting Marriyum Aurangzeb said on Saturday that the sacrifices of Benazir Bhutto for democracy are before everyone and said she hopes the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) will not back out from strengthening the democratic process in the country. Addressing media after the inauguration of Azadi Train project here, Aurangzeb implored other political parties to also take steps to strengthen democracy. Taking a jibe at Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf chief

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Restoring economy was Nawaz's crowning achievement, says Shehbaz

LAHORE: Chief Minister Punjab Shehbaz Sharif on Saturday said restoring an economy on the brink was Nawaz Sharif's crowning achievement.  Shehbaz also said that PML-N's popularity among the masses has damaged the politics of their opponents.  He further said that the welcome given to Nawaz Sharif by the people proves that he is still the people's leader.  "Opponents are scared of Nawaz's popularity among the masses," said Shehbaz and added that any political moves by PML-N's opponents can not

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Nawaz?s disqualification uplifted Pak?s image abroad: Ch Pervaiz Elahi

LAHORE: Pakistan Muslim League ? Quaid leader Chaudhry Pervaiz Elahi on Saturday said that the disqualification of Nawaz Sharif has uplifted the image of Pakistan internationally. The PML-Q leader, speaking to journalists, said that the former prime minister is calling people to come on street against the judiciary and the armed forces of the country, but the people are not responding to the call of a disqualified premier. The PML-Q leader said the Constitution calls for the completion of the

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Fans pay big money for Mayweather-McGregor tickets

Fight fans attending the much-hyped boxing match between Floyd Mayweather and mixed martial artist Conor McGregor will have a chance to rub shoulders with the stars in Las Vegas - but it won't come cheap. The cheapest ticket listed on reseller StubHub is going for an eye-watering $1675 with two weeks to go until the Aug 26 fight which pits undefeated boxer Mayweather against the UFC's lightweight champion in a 12-round super welterweight matchup. "Usually for these large events it's comparable

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Worry about facing justice, not rallies, Fawad tells PML-N

[embed_video1 url=http://stream.jeem.tv/vod/d1bb7ec4c3937d45ded8707e58e87e9d.mp4/playlist.m3u8?wmsAuthSign=c2VydmVyX3RpbWU9OC8xMi8yMDE3IDEyOjA3OjUxIFBNJmhhc2hfdmFsdWU9NmxZTFhOQjdVMUZlVDdXdzRUcitpQT09JnZhbGlkbWludXRlcz02MCZpZD0x style=center] LAHORE: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf spokesman Fawad Chaudhry on Saturday said the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz is busy holding rallies while its senior leaders will soon be facing justic

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Malik Riaz inaugurates first mosque in Bahria Town Karachi

KARACHI: Chairman Bahria Town Malik Riaz on Saturday inaugurated the first mosque in Bahria Town Karachi.  Built over an area of 2.5 acres, the mosque has the capacity to accommodate 2,500 worshipers. It also has a separate praying area for women with a capacity of 250 worshipers.    The inauguration ceremony was attended by a large number of civil society activists and Bahria Town management.  The chairman of Bahria Town also announced the start of a cleanliness drive in Karachi from August

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Indian band sings Pakistan?s national anthem as Independence Day gift

As Pakistan prepares for its 70th Independence Day celebrations, Indian Acapella Band Voxchord has sent a heartwarming gift across the border: a beautiful rendition of Pakistan?s national anthem. The two-minute music video by the band begins with the message: ?This is our way of wishing you, Happy Birthday Pakistan.? The video then shows the band?s members holding placards stating, ?This Independence Day, we?d like to dedicate a song to our neighbours. A song about faith, pride and grandeur,

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