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Iran inaugurates medium-range ballistic missile: report The report says the missile, dubbed Dezful, is a version of the Zolfaghar missile that has a 700-kilometre range. Shahbaz Sharif no show at accountability hearing, to be indicted in Ashiyana case on Feb 18 Court directs NAB to expedite the filing of a reference against the opposition leader in the Ramzan Sugar Mills case. State minister for revenue says naysayers ‘will soon be exposed’ “In July last year, the trade deficit reduced by 5pc; whereas in December alone, it fell by 18pc.” US promises to keep IS fight after ‘100 percent’ defeat “Remnants — that’s all they have, remnants — but remnants can be very dangerous,” says Trump. ‘Gross interference’: FM Qureshi rejects Afghan president’s statement on protests in KP, Balochistan Calls on Afghan leadership to focus on “long-standing serious grievances of the Afghan people”. Renault reports Ghosn’s wedding to investigators Ghosn threw an extravagant Marie Antoinette-themed wedding party at Versailles to celebrate his second marriage. Qatar Asian Cup victory to ‘deepen’ Gulf tensions: analysts Qatar won the tournament in the hostile capital of the United Arab Emirates. India central bank cuts rates ahead of election The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) said the benchmark repo rate would be reduced by 25 basis points to 6.25 per cent. Sahiwal encounter: Zeeshan’s family joins petition seeking judicial commission to probe case “No work has been done,” complains Justice Sadat, lambasting officials over slow progress in investigation. NAB secures remand of arrested PTI leader Aleem Khan NAB says it arrested Khan fearing he may tamper with record of his offshore companies and other ‘dubious’ transactions. Activist Gulalai Ismail thanks PM Khan for ‘ensuring her release’ after 30-hour detention Ismail urges PM Khan, Shireen Mazari to help secure the release of PTM activists in police custody.

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How an ordinary traffic warden uses Facebook to promote the image of police Rasheed Khan spreads awareness about traffic rules and portrays a positive image of the traffic police online. Two women sexually assaulted in separate incidents in Police searching for suspects involved in both cases. Ogra, gas companies blame ‘inflated’ gas bills on government Acting SNGPL MD tells Senate committee dues have risen because of increase in tariffs. PTI to ‘react soberly’ to Aleem’s arrest Punjab government decides against making political statements on Aleem Khan’s arrest. ‘Pakistan has great potential for growth in tourism’ British delegation believes Pakistan has pulled out of its crises, particularly terrorism, by taking bold steps. IGP told to set up cells at district level to investigate ‘A-class’ cases A report filed by the office of the prosecutor general says 88,211 ‘A-class’ cases pending in Sindh. ATC allows plea to add abetment charge in Intizar murder case Eight police officials charged in case. Sindh-wide drive against CNG cylinders in school vans to begin next week The traffic police along with transport, education and excise officials will lead the campaign. Seifert stars as Black Caps hand India worst Twenty20 defeat Explosive 86-run opening partnership by Seifert and Colin Munro led NZ to build their third highest T20 total of 219-6. 28 missing people have returned, says Balochistan minister Home Minister Mir Ziaullah Langove says more people will return soon. Fazl says no more interested in Nawaz-Zardari patch-up The Maulana, known for a special relationship with Zardari and Nawaz, became active again after NAB action against both. Special SC benches to be set up for cases of different categories Full-court meeting of SC judges also decides to discourage adjournment of cases. Cabinet wants Shahbaz Sharif to resign from PAC chairmanship Chaudhry addresses press conference following cabinet meeting, highlights developments on several fronts. Nawaz insists he be shifted back to jail Says he has already been treated at Punjab Institute of Cardiology and is not interested in going there again. Gilani’s offloading ‘political victimisation’ Former premier says he will challenge travel ban in court. Ashiana projects: Court seeks details of expenses, subsidy LHC surprised to learn that the official who cancelled first contract of Ashiana was NAB witness against Shahbaz.

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NAB references against three former govt officials okayed An ex-chief of KPT, a vice chancellor and an executive engineer face legal action. Govt urged to motivate Chinese businessmen to invest in Pakistan MNAs’ lack of participation in budget debate criticised. TLP registration, funding sources case hearing adjourned till 25th TLP leader was taken into protective custody late last year. Rights activist Gulalai Ismail released: Islamabad police Gulalai was picked up outside the National Press Club while protesting against the death of PTM leader Arman Loni. Khairpur murder: Prime suspect in ‘honour killing’ of teenage girl arrested “We arrested Zulfikar alias Zulfu in the early hours of Wednesday after tracing his mobile phone,” says SSP Tufail. Pakistan not to attend WTO e-commerce talks Global rules for e-commerce will be formulated during the talks, and Pakistan will have no say, laments senior official. PIA revival plan to be finalised by March Bloated national carrier saw 230pc increase in accumulated losses to Rs414bn in the last eight years. NFC award to be based on 2017 population census NFC agrees on need for resource mobilisation for sustainable fiscal structure, social development, poverty alleviation. ‘No change in 100pc foreign ownership policy’ Dawood tells OICCI that govt needs to give incentives to encourage MNCs to set up joint ventures with local partners. Jobless youth march to protest Indian ‘unemployment crisis’ The protesters said authorities should immediately fill 2.4 million vacancies in government jobs to reduce unemployment. say Moscow talks with Afghan politicians ‘very successful’ It was the second time President was frozen out of such talks in recent weeks. Trump taps fierce World Bank critic to take its helm Trump calls David Malpass “an extraordinary man” who is “the right person to take this incredibly important job” Still no Muslim cemetery in Quebec two years after mosque attack Land for a cemetery has been sold to CCIQ but opening has been delayed due to technical reasons. ‘I’m ready for talks ─ are they?’: FM Qureshi throws down gauntlet on dialogue with Delhi “Give Kashmiris the right to self-determination, and whatever they decide, Pakistan will accept.” Ghani asserts his authority amid Afghan peace talks US secretary of state assures Afghan president that Washington wishes to achieve lasting peace in war-torn country.

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Pope admits priests, bishops sexually abuse nuns Pope Francis says church should do more to address the problem. Indian woman arrested for enacting Gandhi’s assassination Video of Pooja Shakun Pandey shooting an effigy of Gandhi with an air pistol has sparked anger. Amnesty calls for halt to arms sales to Saudi-led coalition in Yemen “Proliferation of unaccountable” is worsening the humanitarian crisis in Yemen, says rights group. Half of US troops to leave Afghanistan by May 1: Taliban The US has issued no details on any potential withdrawal plan. Balochistan CM asks PCB for PSL match in Quetta “It has been ages since an international match was played in Quetta,” Jam Kamal tells PCB chief in a letter. Australia to manage return of tainted duo Former Test captain and vice-captain will become eligible for state and international cricket on March 29. Pakistan prevent series whitewash, win third T20 against South Africa South Africa were given a target of 169 against which they only managed to score 141.

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