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Pak PM Nawaz Sharif rejects demands for his resignation
July 13, 2017 16:37 IST
The six-member JIT that probed the Nawaz Sharif family's business dealings in its 10-volume report submitted to the apex court on July 10 recommended that a corruption case should be filed against Sharif and his sons Hassan and Hussain, as well as daughter Maryam.
Torrential rains kill seven, flash floods feared
July 13, 2017 15:49 IST
As many as 53 people have been killed because of flash floods and rain-related incidents since June 26. Over 60 people have been injured. The NDMA reported that flash floods killed at least one person Zhob district of Balochistan. It warned of more floods in the coming days.
Nawaz Sharif to consult Cabinet amidst calls for resignation
July 13, 2017 15:04 IST
"Insh'Allah he won't resign because not a single allegation of misuse of public money during five tenures in power has been proven against him," Pakistan PM Nawaz Sharif's daiughter Maryam Nawaz tweeted. Sharif is serving PM for a record third time.
CPEC game-changer, can turn around economies of Pak and Western China: Pak Army Chief
July 13, 2017 14:08 IST
General Bajwa said Chinese investment in various fields, including energy, infrastructure, Gawadar port and special economic zones could lay the foundation of a fast developing, progressive Pakistan, if the opportunity is optimally utilized.
Pakistani man kills sister, niece in ‘honour killing’
July 12, 2017 19:38 IST
Bushra Bibi, 35, from Lahore, had contracted a fourth marriage with a man of her own choice, which angered her brother, police said. Her 16-year-old daughter who was from Bushra's first husband, lived with her grandmother.
Pakistani English dailies largely silent on Amarnath yatra terror attack
July 12, 2017 15:08 IST
Amarnath yatra terror attack: Seven pilgrims, including five women, were killed when militants attacked a bus carrying 56 passengers at Botengo village near Anantnag on the Srinagar-Jammu national highway. The bus, that had a Gujarat registration plate, was going from Baltal to Jammu.
Pakistan must be held accountable for working against American interests: Republican Congressman Ted Poe
July 12, 2017 14:53 IST
One of the legislation calls for revoking major non-NATO ally (MNNA) status of Pakistan, which was granted to it in 2004 by the then president, George Bush, in an effort to get the country to help the US fight al-Qaeda and the Taliban.
Nawaz Sharif’s daughter submitted false documents to mislead Supreme Court: Joint Investigation Team
July 11, 2017 21:44 IST
Last year, Panama Papers revealed that three of Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif's children owned offshore companies and assets not shown on his family's wealth statement. The assets in question include four expensive flats in Park Lane, London.
Panama probe: JIT finds disparities in Sharif family income
July 10, 2017 19:49 IST
"Significant gap/disparity amongst the known and declared sources of income and the wealth accumulated by the Respondent No. 1, 6, 7 and 8 have been observed," the JIT observed in its concluding remarks.
Panama Papers case: Pakistan probe panel submits final report
July 10, 2017 15:47 IST
Members of the JIT arrived at the apex court amid tight security provided by the Islamabad Capital Territory Police and large cardboard boxes labelled 'Evidence' were carted into the court.
Pakistan blast: 3 killed, 11 injured in suicide attack
July 10, 2017 14:30 IST
Although initial reports suggested the blast was caused by an Improvised Explosive Device, police sources later said it was a suicide attack targeting the vehicle. The blast took place in Chaman city in Balochistan located near the Afghan town of Spin Boldak, Dawn News reported.
Panama Papers case: Pakistan probe panel to file final report
July 10, 2017 12:12 IST
The Joint Investigation Team's report will include statements of Prime Minister Sharif; his brother and Punjab Chief Minister Shahbaz Sharif; his children Hussain, Hassan and Maryam Sharif and son-in-law retired Captain Mohammad Safdar
Woman stabbed to death by brother for ‘honour’ in Pakistan
July 9, 2017 19:31 IST
In April last year, police arrested a man in Karachi for slitting his teenage sister's throat and watching her bleed to death after he found her talking to a man on her mobile phone. The conviction rate is very low because complainants withdraw cases.
Pakistan frees 78 Indian fishermenSubscriber Only
July 9, 2017 19:10 IST
The freed fishermen are expected to cross over into India tomorrow. Siddiqui said,"298 Indian fishermen are still imprisoned and will be released on completion of the verification of their nationalities by India."
Pakistan summons India’s deputy high commissioner for second day
July 9, 2017 16:17 IST
Deputy High Commissioner J P Singh was summoned again to "condemn and lodge protest over more civilian casualties at the LoC due to unprovoked ceasefire violations by India," Pakistan Foreign Office said in a statement.
Pakistan orders Shell subsidiary to pay $2.4 million for tanker blast
July 8, 2017 13:22 IST
At least 217 people were killed in the explosion and 61 were injured, according to Amir Mehmood, spokesman for Victoria Hospital in nearby Bahawalpur city. The energy regulator ordered Shell Pakistan to pay a penalty of 10 million rupees (USD 95,000)
No peace in region until Kashmir issue is resolved: Pakistan
July 7, 2017 22:42 IST
Sharif's statement said that Pakistan continues to work for peace and progress in Afghanistan through an Afghan-led and Afghan-owned peace process with the help of both regional and global partners, and will continue to strive for return of normalcy in Afghanistan at the earliest.
UN Security Council sanctions splinter group of Pakistan Taliban
July 7, 2017 10:54 IST
The Security Council's Al-Qaida Sanctions Committee on Thursday added Jamaat-Ul-Ahrar (JuA) to the ISIL (the Islamic State) and Al-Qaida Sanctions List.
Pakistan BNP leader, guard shot dead in Quetta
July 6, 2017 20:31 IST
The BNP central leadership condemned the attack and said it highlighted the law and order situation in the province. The party is headed by Sardar Akhtar Mangal, the former chief minister of Balochistan.
Kulbhushan Jadhav case: Pakistan AG Ashtar Ausaf to lead delegation in ICJ
July 6, 2017 13:18 IST
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs informed the ICJ registrar at Peace Palace in The Hague that General Ausaf would be the 'agent' for Pakistan in the Kulbhushan Jadhav case whereas Foreign Affairs Director General Dr Mohammad Faisal would continue to act as the "co-agent'.
Pakistan closely watching PM Modi’s trip to Israel: Report
July 6, 2017 12:26 IST
The Express Tribune reported that Pakistan officially does not comment on bilateral visits of other heads of governments and states, but it is closely following Modi's trip since it can have serious implications on strategic stability in the region.
Pakistani rupee tumbles in likely devaluation as central bank backs new rate
July 5, 2017 23:51 IST
The IMF had previously said Pakistan's currency was about 20 per cent overvalued but Dar had rejected that, saying in May the figure was no more than 5 per cent.
Pakistan successfully test fires short-range ballistic missile Nasr
July 5, 2017 21:50 IST
"We whole-heartedly support all government efforts towards peace through dialogue. Our capability is only meant to ensure, (that) no one thinks that war remains an option,” Pakistan Army Chief General Bajwa said
Panama graft case: Pakistani PM Nawaz Sharif’s daughter to appear before JIT today
July 5, 2017 11:55 IST
Pakistani Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif's daughter, Maryam Nawaz Sharif, will be questioned by the joint investigation team (JIT) for the first time on Wednesday in connection with the Panamagate graft case, a money laundering case against the Sharif family.
Nawaz Sharif’s daughter to appear before Panama probe panel on Wednesday
July 4, 2017 19:37 IST
The six-member investigation committee had written to the Inspector General of Police for deployment of a woman police over Maryam's appearance after which Ursala Saleem, SP of Special Branch was tasked for the day, Dunya news reported.
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