Hakimullah Mehsud Denies His Death In New Recording

A Pk News: Pakistan’s Taliban leader Hakimullah Mehsud released a new audio recording Saturday, saying he was alive and well after a US drone missile attack was said to have killed him.

The recording comes a day after the Taliban released a similar audio file in which Mehsud said he was alive but did not mention the specific strike Thursday in Pakistan’s northwest that triggered rumours of his death.

“After the audio I released yesterday, some people speculated and said that I did not mention the date,” Mehsud said.

“Today, on the 16th of January I am saying it again — I am alive, I am OK, I am not injured… when the drone strike took place, I was not present in the area at that time.”

Tirah Blast Claims 30 Lives Including Seven Militants

LANDI KOTAL, Pakistan News: A militant commander and 29 people were killed and 80 others were injured when a bomb exploded in a cattle market in Tirah valley of Khyber Agency on Thursday.

The commander was identified as Azam Khan of Lashkar-i-Islam. His six bodyguards also died.

According to sources, explosives packed in a rucksack went off near the Dars Jumaat mosque, which was used as base by Lashkar-i-Islam in the Akkakhel area adjacent to Orakzai Agency. The entire area is also considered to be a stronghold of Taliban.

The sources said Azan Khan might have been the target of the assailants seeking revenge for a suicide attack on a mosque in Maidan area of Tirah, which is a stronghold of Ansaarul Islam.

The Lashkar and Ansaar had been at loggerheads since 2006 and more then 200 activists of both the organisations are believed to have been killed in clashes between them.

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The explosion tore through the mosque, killing at least 29 people and wounding some 50 others, local official Jawed Khan said.

Earlier reports had said the blast occurred in the Orakzai area.

Officials were still investigating whether the explosion was caused by a suicide bomber or a planted device.

No group claimed responsibility, but Mr Khan said the dead included militants from Lashkar-i-Islam.

The blast underscored the relentless security threat in the tribal belt even as Pakistani-US cooperation against extremism appears on the upswing.

Rawalpindi: Polling Underway At NA-55

RAWALPINDI Pakistan News: Polling at NA-55 in Rawalpindi continued on Wednesday amid rainfall. The Punjab government has announced a local holiday today in Rawalpindi due to the bye-elections. The polling started at 8 a.m. and will continue without any break till 5 p.m. at 250 polling stations with over 600 polling booths.

This is the third election in the constituency in two years, including general elections in 2008 and one bye-polls held the same year. In both elections, the PML-N candidates — Javed Hashmi and Haji Pervaiz Khan — emerged victorious. Javed Hashmi vacated the seat from NA-55 after being elected from four constituencies in the 2008 general elections.

The seat was again retained by PML-N candidate Haji Pervaiz Khan. However his alleged involvement in the examination scandal forced him to resign from his seat.

Former federal minister Sheikh Rashid Ahmed, PML-N candidate Malik Shakeel Awan are the prime candidates of this election.

The JI and PTI candidates, Dr. Mohammad Kamal and Ejaz Khan Jazi, also contesting the by election.

Stringent security arranagements made for the elections and over 40 polling stations have been declared sensitive.

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Javeria Loses Life After Eyesight

CHINIOT: An eight-year-old girl, who lost her eyesight due to alleged negligence of doctors last week, died here on Sunday.

She was robbed of her eyesight due to poor handling of her doctors at a Lahore hospital.

Javeria, a resident of Chiniot village, had developed pain in her eyes four months back. She was initially treated in Chiniot.

Getting no results, she was taken to the Allied Hospital in Faisalabad and then Fazal Umar Hospital in Chanab Nagar. Later, she was transferred to a children's hospital in Lahore, where she remained under treatment for seven days.

According to the girl's father, the doctors in the hospital prescribed eye drops for her which only exacerbated her pain. Eventually, she lost her eye sight.

The parents had appealed to the government to take action against the doctors.

Allah Yar, father of Javeria, had borrowed Rs 250,000 for her treatment.

Limited War With India Will Convert Into Nuclear War: Defence Secretary

Secretary Defence Syed Athar Ali has said that Pakistans limited war with India will turn into nuclear war.

Addressing a seminar on Indian Militarys Cold Start Doctrine and its Implications for Strategic Stability in South Asia, Syed Athar Ali said that it would be difficult for Pakistan to maintain its economy during this limited war with India; however this war will surely turn into nuclear war. Defence Secretary also said that Indian strategy after 1971 is just of a 96 hour war which is not only meant to capture but also to weaken the defence capability of Pakistan.

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Limited War With India Will Convert Into Nuclear War: Defence Secretary was first posted on July 21, 2010 at 8:39 am.
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Sindh CM Advises Flood Affectees To Go On A Picnic

Pakistan News: Sindh CM Syed Qaim Ali Shah has given unique advise to flood-affected people. He said that the affectees should go on a picnic for 10-15 days. He said that earlier Punjab denied water for Sindh and now it says that Sindh itself should manage water of rains and floods.

Talking to media on Sakhar airport, he said that water from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Punjab was entering into Sindh and the provincial government was alert to take steps in this regard. He said that Guddu Barrage has capacity to pass 13 lac cusecs of water but Sakhar Barrage can pass 9 lac cusecs water and 'we are taking steps for water passage.'

He said that people living in Kachi abadis didn't want to get out of there, so section 144 has been imposed and DCOs have been directed to transfer these people to safe places. These people would be provided medical facilities and food. He said that Sindh Cabinet meeting has been called to discuss the flood and rains issue.

Clashes Erupt in Gilgit, Violent People Burn 3 Houses

Pakistan News: Clashes have been erupted in Gilgit after the killing of four people on Tuesday night. Situation turned violent after the firing of unidentified people at Yadgar Chowk in Gilgit on Wednesday. Sporadic firing incidents have been reported in different areas of Gilgit.

Angry people burnt 3 houses near Yadgar Chowk. However, no loss of life was reported till the coming of latest reports. Search operation has been started by the security forces to control the situation.

Gilgit situation has been tensed after unidentified persons killed four people on Tuesday night. Interior Minister Rehman Malik telephoned CM Gilgit-Baltistan and expressed concern on the situation. Malik assured him full cooperation in this regard.

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Conviction in absentia law declared void

ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court has held that the NRO opened the door of parliament for persons convicted in absentia, contrary to the constitutional provisions and case laws. The detailed judgment of the 17-member full court said, therefore, no other forum can declare conviction in absentia as void, except a judicial forum and that too by filing an appeal. In the NAB list of persons convicted in absentia given to the Supreme Court figure Interior Minister Rehman Malik, Begum Nusrat Bhutto, MB Abbasi and Sardar Mansoor Leghari, Inamur Rehman, Adnan Imtiaz, Mian M Rashid, Raheel J Qureshi, Sadiq Ali Khan and Ibrar Ahmed.

The verdict said that in instant case, by amending a law, conviction in absentia was declared void, which was unconstitutional and illegal, adding that it was also against the National Accountability Ordinance (NAO), which provides remedy to such a convict to file appeal.

It said that the disqualification for a person to become an MP and for an MP under Article 63(1)(p) was removed for such a convict with this stigma so that he is qualified to enter into parliament, contrary to the constitutional provisions as well as the law laid down in the case of Abdul Baqi vs Muhammad Akram.

The judgment said that the question as to whether a person has been rightly convicted in absentia or otherwise is to be decided by the court of law and its powers could not be substituted or conferred according to the NRO on the legislature to declare that an order or judgment passed by a court of competent jurisdiction in absentia is void ab initio and shall not be acted upon.

According to the decision, firstly, Section 6 of the NRO is general in its nature and benefit of the same can be derived by a candidate for becoming MP, or for an MP, or by other ordinary person; secondly, it has not been made applicable for a specific period. Therefore, if an amended provision continued to remain intact for all the times to come, conviction in absentia under Section 31A of the NAO shall be void and for all practical purposes this clause shall be deemed to have been annulled.

Before proceeding further, the judgment said, it is necessary to answer that the observation made in Mehram Ali's case (PLD 1998 SC 1445) and in Gulzaman Kasi's case (Criminal Appeal No 269 of 2003) could have not been made in view of the distinctive facts. In this case, the court was authorised to remove the accused from it on his misbehaviour and in his absence the trial was concluded and he was sentenced to death, therefore, it was considered violation of Article 9 of the Constitution.

The verdict said that be that as it may, Justice Tassaduq Hussain Jillani, in his subsequent judgment in the case of Manzoor Qayyum vs the State (PLD 2006 SC 343) held that the question whether the petitioner had absconded, "in order to avoid being served with any process issued by any Court or any other authority or officer under this Ordinance" would be a question of fact to be decided by the Trial Court in the light of the material brought before it.

Nine killed In Bajaur Agency Suicide Blast

Nine killed In Bajaur Agency Suicide Blast, Nine persons including two security men have been killed in a suicide blast near security forces check point in the market of Khar on Saturday.

According to political administration, a suicide bomber blew himself near a security check point in Khar killing nine people including two personnel of Bajaur Levies.The wounded have been shifted to district headquarter hospital.The market has been closed after the blast as security forces have cordoned off the area.

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Shahbaz Sharif To Visit Bahawalpur Today

BAHAWALPUR : Security arrangements had been tighten up in the district to avoid any untoward situation during the three-day visit of Chief Minister Mian Muhammad Shahbaz Sharif, said DPO Bahawalpur, Hamayon Basher Tarar here on Thursday. Talking to APP he said barriers had been installed at all sensitive areas of the district. He said police personnel had been deployed at all important places besides setting up check post at all entry and exit points of the district. He urged the police officials to perform their duties effectively, adding that any negligence from their part would not be tolerated.

Main Muhammad Shahbaz Sharif is on a three-day visit to Bahawalpur, Rahim Yar khan, Ahmedpur East, Cholistan, Hasilpur, and Bahawalnagar to inaugurate different development projects.

President, PM discuss constitutional reform package

Prime Minister Yousaf Raza Gilani called on President Asif Ali Zardari at Aiwan-e-Sadr on Thursday in which constitutional reform package was discussed. Issues relating to the constitutional reforms package, law and order situation in the country and the Presidents forthcoming address to the Parliament came under discussion during the meeting.

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UK Wants Long-Term Partnership With Pakistan: Hague

Pakistan News: British Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs William Hague, who reached Pakistan on a three-day official visit, lauded the role of Pakistani forces in war against terrorists and paid tribute to resilience of the citizens in this regard.

In a combine press conference with Foreign Minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi, Hague said that Britain wants long-term ties with Pakistan in all fields including business, culture and education. Both the foreign ministers were agreed to establish long-lasting strategic relations. He said that Britain respects Pakistan as an independent country and it will not interfere in Pakistan's affairs. He said that Britain will provide 665 million pounds aid to Pakistan including 250 million pounds for education and 50 million pounds to bring stability in Afghanistan.

Referring Pakistan's role in war on terror, he said that Pakistan is a frontline country and is very important to establish peace in Afghanistan.

Answering a query about LSE report, Hague said that Pakistan has had enormous sacrifices in battling extremism and violence and 'we understand that very well.'

Replying another question about Gen McChrystal, Hague said, "We remain committed to our position in war on terror and the controversies are US's internal matter."

Hague said that reducing trust deficit in Pak-India is an encouraging sign. He said that India is an important country but Britain wants good relations with Pakistan as well. Hague urged that both Pakistan and India should solve their matters through negotiations.

On this occasion, Shah Mehmood Qureshi said that PM Gilani's stance about Pak-Iran gas pipeline is very clear and the government is looking for all available sources to tackle the energy crisis.

Earlier, Hague and Qureshi discussed different matters of mutual concerns including cooperation in energy sector, role of Pakistani community to strengthen ties between UK and Pakistan, visa issue and recently published LSE report.

Hague will meet President Zardari, Prime Minister Yousaf Raza Gilani, Interior Minister Rehman Malik and PML-N chief Nawaz Sharif. The British Foreign Secretary will visit Karachi and lay a wreath on the mausoleum of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah. It is the first visit to Pakistan of Wiliam after taking charge of Foreign Secretary.

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Sayeeda Warsi calls on President, Prime Minister of Pakistan

Chairperson of the United Kingdom (UK) Conservative Party Baroness Sayeeda Warsi called on President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani on Monday and matters relating to Pak-UK bilateral relations, strengthening of mutual cooperation, regional situation and the role of Pak-origin citizens abroad were discussed along with war against terror. The President during the meeting appreciated the achievements of Pak-origin Ms. Warsi and said it was a matter of great pride for the Pakistani people that she was playing such a leading role in a country that is regarded as the mother of democracy.

While discussing Pak-UK relations, the President emphasized upon the need for both the countries to work closely for further strengthening their partnership in various areas, particularly in trade and investment and educational development with a view to eliminate militancy and terrorism from Pakistan and promoting peace and security of the region and the world. He said that militancy and terrorism was the common enemy and that the cooperation between the two countries must continue to fight this war.

The President urged Ms. Warsi to use her influence for setting up Reconstruction Opportunity Zones (ROZs) in conflict ridden areas, with the facility to export the goods to the markets of European Union countries. The President also pointed towards visa delay issues and highlighted the need for further strengthening student exchange programmes so that the students from Pakistan who intend to pursue their higher studies in the UK could be facilitated.

The President appreciated UKs development assistance worth 665 million committed for 2009-2013 and additional 50 million assistance to support Pakistans development plans.

Ms. Sayeeda Warsi and British High Commissioner Adam Thomson appreciated the efforts of the Pakistan government and its security forces against militancy and reiterated British support to the democratic government in fighting militancy. They said that Britain would continue to support Pakistan in not only fighting militancy but also for revival of its economy and overcoming challenges faced by the democratic government.

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Sayeeda Warsi calls on President, Prime Minister of Pakistan was first posted on July 20, 2010 at 7:09 am.
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Yahoo has developed its main page and with the advancement the new page is appreciated by many and is not liked by many on the other hand. After the changing it looks different from the previous state.

It also contains integration with face book and other social network along with some new develops features. People was thinking that Yahoo is completely changing its look but the mail box doesn't change make many people to think why just only home page changes.

It is now taking much time to load yahoo mail and people are expecting it to improve. New version of Yahoo will soon be seen by the users. It is also observed that other search engines are more users friendly and they are improving as they are in competition. It is also expected that yahoo is improving its version and are committed to provide more accurate and efficient service to its users.

Many users are now shifted to other networks and yahoo can regain them if it comes with strong and improve version. After improving its service it can make its users to come back to their old email address on yahoo.

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Zardari’s Foreign Visit ignites Vociferous Reaction At Home

Pakistan News: Despite the pressure to call off the UK trip in protest against David Cameron's anti-Pakistan statements, President Asif Ali Zardari went on a week-long trip to France and UK.

Asif Ali Zardari is scheduled to meet with his French counterpart President Sarkozy today while tomorrow he would call on French foreign minister.

The President would go to London after two days. President Zardari is carrying out a foreign visit when there is severe criticism in the country on Cameron's statements in which he alleged Pakistan of 'exporting terrorism.' While Pakistan's political leadership analysts had also urged Zardari to call off his UK trip, a demand which was not heeded by those at the helm triggering a vociferous reaction at home.

The meeting between the two heads is scheduled for the 6th of August and is expected to be a bit tense in the wake of the remarks.

It merits to mention that British Prime Minister David Cameron has categorically stated that he would not retract on comments he made regarding Pakistan being guilty of exporting terrorism during his visit to India last week.

Cameron has asserted that he is in no way apologetic about what he said and that the comments though not aimed at the Pakistani government were very relevant to the country as a whole.

Cameron who earlier this week had commented that Pakistan cannot 'look both ways', with receiving aid from Western nations amounting to billions of dollars on one hand and at the same time encouraging and exporting terror into countries like India and Afghanistan, later added that he felt it was important that issues like these were spoken of frankly especially amongst countries who considered each other as friends.

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50 People Involved In Sialkot Lynching Arrested

Sialkot, Pakistan News: The parents Sialkot tragedy victims have identified 29 people responsible for killing their children. Police has arrested 50 people including the prime accused in the lynching of two brothers in Sialkot, SHO Rana Ilyas was arrested in Gujranwala. Judicial Commission Chairman Justice (retd) Kazim Malik said that the inquiry report on the lynching of two brothers in Sialkot will be presented in the Supreme Court (SC) within the next 48-hours.

SHO Illyas had initially managed to evade custody having fled from the office of the DSP Sialkot. He was brought to the office so that he could be produced before a court for a judicial remand.

Investigation head Mushtaq Ahmed Sukhera said that arrests will be made after the completion of the inquiry. He said that evidence has been collected in during the inquiry process and strict action will be taken against all those involved in the incident.

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Chehlum Of Hazrat Imam Hussain (R.A) today

ISLAMABAD: Chehlum of Nawasa-e-Rasool Hazrat Imam Hussain (RA) and his 72 companions will be observed all across country with due religious fervor and devotion.

The main procession taken out different parts of Karachi will move through its orthodox way and will end in Nishter Park where the prominent scalars will address to the attendees.

Small processions to gather at Markazi Imambargah Asna-e-Ashri G-6/2 from adjacent areas including Noorpur Shahan, Shahzad Town, Tarlai, Shah Allah Ditta and different areas of Rawalpindi.

After reaching the Imambargah, a detailed sermon to be delivered by the religious scholars in which rich tributes will be paid to Hazrat Imam Hussain (RA).

'Zakireen' will be highlighting the significance of the day and shed light on the sacrifices rendered by Imam Hussain (AS) and his companions in upholding the supremacy of Islam.

Later, a main procession to be taken out from Markazi Imambargah that passed through its traditional routes, Luqman Hakeem Road, Lal Quarters, 7th Avenue, Municipal Road, Melody and finally terminated at the Markazi Imambargah.

Hundreds of participants will observe 'zanjir zani' at Lal Quarters Chowk to commemorate Shuhada-e-Karbala's sacrifice.

A large number of people to distribute 'niaz' (food, milk, soft drinks and simple water) to the participants of the mourning procession.

Capital Development Authority's Health Department has set up free medical camp while Imamia Students Organisation will also be active in providing free medical assistance wherever required.

Rigorous security measures have been taken in and around the Imambargah Markazia, G-6/2, as well as on the set route of the mourning processions. Walkthrough gates in three levels were installed to check individuals entering the Imambargah and participating in the mourning procession.

All the roads and streets leading to Markazi Imambargah are closed and even pedestrians are not allowed to sneak into the imambargah through adjacent streets.

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Chief Justice Iftikhar Expresses Displeasure On NAB For Ignoring Orders

ISLAMABAD Pakistan News: Chief Justice Iftikhar Mohammad Chaudhry on Thursday took strong exception to the current National Accountability Bureau (NAB) Chairman Naveed Ahsan continuing to hold his position despite the Supreme Court’s order to have him replaced.

In his remarks during hearing, chief justice warned of action against NAB officials who ignored the Supreme Court’s orders.

A three-member bench of Supreme Court headed by Chief Justice Itikhar Chaudhry heard the case of Haris Steel Mills. The lawyer of Seth Yakoob Dr. Basit said NAB has ignored the court orders regarding Seth Yakoob. Chief Justice has asked the NAB that under which law they made plea-bargains. Khawaja Harid informed the court that NAB didn't reply any one of the letters sent to it. He said NAB is demanding Rs.2 billion as commission. The hearing will be adjourned till tomorrow.

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80 Bags of Explosives Captured in Lahore

LAHORE Pakistan News: Police conducted raid at a shop in Sabzi Mandi in Iqbal Town of Lahore and captured 80 bags of explosives. According to CIA police on an intelligence cue the police conducted raid at a house in Wahdat Colony locality and arrested four persons.



The police found suicide jackets and explosives from the possession of the arrested men and on their indication captured 80 bags of explosives from a shop in Sabzi Mandi in Iqbal Town area.

“The police action has saved the city from a catastrophe,” SP Ali Nasir said.

Blast On Rail Track in Quetta

Two persons have been reported injured in a big explosion that occurred on a railway track at Darakhsha area, here early Saturday,? reported by Apknews.com.

Chaltan Express was reportedly on its way to Rawalpindi on rail track when the explosion took place, witnesses said.

Anti-Terrorism Strategy: PM To Chair High Level Meeting Today

Prime Minister Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani has convened a high level meeting on Monday to chalk out strategy to curb the growing terrorism and extremism. All the four chief ministers, provincial home ministers, chief secretaries, and heads of police and intelligence agencies would attend the meeting to be chaired by Prime Minister at the PM Secretariat.

The meeting has been convened in the aftermath of the twin suicide blasts at the shrine of Data Darbar in Lahore. The meeting would thoroughly review the security situation and more stern steps are likely to be taken to curb militancy. The meeting will also discuss establishing a body to co-ordinate between the Interior Ministry and provincial home departments as well among the intelligence agencies for swift action on the intelligence reports. There have been complaints by the federal authorities that the provincial home departments often ignore intelligence reports sent to them by the centre.

The meeting would be given extensive briefing on the present law and order situation by Interior Minister Rehman Malik as well as by the intelligence chiefs on their respective areas.

The meeting would also decide the schedule for a national conference of country’s political leadership as the Prime Minister has announced to hold this week on a suggestion by PM-N Chief Nawaz Sharif. Religious scholars from different schools of thought, top management of military and civilian intelligence agencies and members of a parliamentary committee on the national security would also be invited to the conference.

DI Khan: 4 killed, 15 hurt in rain-related mishaps

At least 4 people have been killed while 15 others injured in rain-related incidents in Dera Ismail Khan (DIK) and Tank, APakistanNews.Com reported on Thursday.

Basti Lar, Basti Ilyas and a new colony have been deluged after the RD-1200 canal flooded due to continued rains, sweeping away as many as 200 houses. However, no official team managed to reach the site. Heavy downpour continued in Dera Ismail Khan for the last 48 hours, while some 50 houses have been demolished in Tank. Roads have been submerged in Tank Bannu, Tank Dera and South Waziristan. On the other hand, a village located alongside the River Indus is likely to be deluged as water level rises in the river near DIK.

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DI Khan: 4 killed, 15 hurt in rain-related mishaps was first posted on July 22, 2010 at 10:20 am.
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Karachi: 12 Dead, 18 Injured in Target Killings Since Yesterday

As many as 12 people were killed while 18 others were injured in the most recent spate of target killings in the Karachi. The targeted killings in the city continue despite a ban on pillion riding, display of weapons and the grant of extra powers to Pakistan Rangers to maintain peace in the country's financial hub. Police have booked Awami National Party (ANP) workers for killing a Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) activist in an attack on the party's office in Gulistan-e-Johar. A case was also registered against unidentified miscreants responsible for damaging public property.

Tensions and panic continue to grip the metropolis. Five people killed on Friday night including Taj Rabbani, Waseem, Abdul Malik, Raju, Badshah Khan and Yasir Khan were gunned down by firing of unidentified persons. The total number of victims in target killings in the metropolis crossed 40 in a five-day span.

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Zardari Arrives in London For A Five Day Visit

Pakistan News:London, Asif Ali Zardari reached London today on a 5 day official visit. During his stay, President will also meet the British Prime Minister David Cameron.

Pakistani High Commissioner Wajid Shams ul Hassan and his staff welcomed President Asif Ali Zardari at Heathrow Airport upon his arrival. The representatives of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaaf also demonstrated a protest in front of the hotel of central London where President will be staying and because of this, President was entered in the hotel from the back door. The President will have a meeting with the British Prime Minister David Cameron on Friday; where as he will also meet the British Parliamentarians who belong to Pakistan. While on the other side, Lord Nazeer Ahmad and Parliament Member from Birmingham Khalid Mehmood refused to attend the dinner arranged by President Zardari.

All Parties Rebuke Altaf Hussain’s Remarks: Ch. Nisar

Pakistan News: Leader of the Opposition in the Parliament Ch. Nisar Ali Khan said that the federal government didn't give any funds to the provincial government for rehabilitation of flood affectees.

He said that it was decided in the meeting of NDMA to immediately give Rs 20,000 to each flood-hit family. He said that Punjab government has started survey to assess the flood damages. Nisar said that government's silence on Altaf Hussain's statement remains dubious. He said it was government's duty to condemn Altaf's remarks but 'we don't want to indulge in blame game as this is the time to help rescue flood affectees.' He said that no political party supported the statement of Altaf Hussain.

Asif Ali Zardari Summons Coalition Leaders Neeting

ISLAMABAD, Pakistan News: President Asif Ali Zardari has summoned a meeting of the heads of the ruling coalition parties and the parliamentary leaders to discuss the national political situation.

The President will hold consultations with the coalition partners over the issue of appointment of judges and other political matters, sources said.

The leaders of Awami National Party (ANP), Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam (F) and Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) have been invited for the meeting.

Ulema Are United Against Sectarianism: Minister Rehman Malik

RAWALPINDI Pakistan News: A new trend of terrorism in sectarian garb has started but the leaders of all religious schools of thought are united to foil this conspiracy, interior minister here said. Interior Minister Rehman Malik was talking to media on Monday after hearing at special accountability court in a corruption reference.

Malik said he was receiving threats for last three weeks over his role in anti-terror activities. He said the courts and mediapersons also under threat like him.

Earlier, Rawalpindi Accountability Court-I heard three separate pleas of Rehman Malik for his acquittal in reference and relieving him of appearing before the court.

The pleas in special court of presiding judge Tariq Abbasi contended that due to Malik’s role in anti-terror activities he is facing serious threat and receiving warnings of serious consequences for last three weeks and therefore he should be relieved from appearing before court.

The court said that the record of the two petitions was in high court so as the next hearing of the case will be held on March 25.

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Concrete evidence of Indian involvement in Balochistan: Rehman Malik

Interior Minister Rehman Malik re-iterated that there is a concrete evidence of Indian involvement in Balochistan law and order situation and the government is taking up this matter diplomatically with the Indian government.
Rehman Malik said Afghanistans soil was also being used for destabilization of Balochistan and Afghan President Hamid Karzai has given commitment that Afghan soil would not be used against Pakistan. Rehman said there was no target killing going on in Karachi but it was a conspiracy to pitch religious groups against each other.
He warned banned sectarian outfits not to mar the peaceful atmosphere of Karachi otherwise stern action would be taken against them.
Rehman also informed that all available resources would be utilized to recover the boy who was kidnapped from Jhelum.

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UN Commission’s Report On Benazir’s Murder To Be Made Public Today

A United Nations commission investigating the assassination of former Prime Minister Benazir Bhutto would unveil its findings public today.

According to sources, the report would contain the statements of President Asif Ali Zardari, former President Parvez Musharraf, former Chief Minister Punjab Parvez Elahi along with the statements of other close associates who were present at the time of the attack. UN Secretary General Ban Ki-Moon at would hand over a copy of the report to Pakistani Ambassador to the UN Hussain Abdullah Haroon. The UN chief would also file the report with the Security Council. The UN offices in Pakistan would remain close for the next 72 hours in awake of security concerns.

All relevant facts and circumstances had been explored, the report was complete and would not be changed. About suggestions from Pakistan for the commission to interview more internal figures, including Afghan President Hamid Karzai and former US Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice, the spokesman said the Commission has informed the Secretary General that all relevant facts and circumstances have been explored, and the report is complete and will not be changed.

The commission was to present its report on March 30 but delayed it at the request of President Asif Ali Zardari. The commission's tenure ended on March 31.

Lahore Shrine Toll Reaches To 43

Latest News Update Death toll of suicide attacks in Data Darbar has reached to 43 among which 28 martyrs have been identified. Cultural capital Lahore was on high alert Friday after two suicide bombers blew themselves up at Data Darbar packed with devotees, killing more than 40 people and wounding 175.

“The first blast occurred in the basement followed by another one with a deafening sound,” said one witness.

On Friday, large numbers of police and other security personnel were patrolling all busy and sensitive areas in Lahore, a city of around 10 million people. Police sources said heads of two suicide bombers have been found.

Security was particularly tight around mosques ahead of weekly Muslim prayers, senior police officer Mohammad Faisal Rana told media.

A senior investigating officer told media that the bomber in the basement set off his vest after he was intercepted by a group of worshippers and that police were combing the scene for forensic clues.

The entire country is in state of shock and mourning on Data Darbar tragedy whereas several religious parties and traders of Lahore announced 'Youm-e-Sog' Friday.

Chief Minister Punjab Shahbaz Sharif has announced compensation of Rs. 0.5 million each for martyrs and Rs.75, 000 for wounded.

Judges Be Appointed For Life: Dogar

Supreme Court Monday resumed hearing the case regarding the 18th   Constitutional Amendment.  A 17-judge larger bench is hearing the  constitutional petitions filed  against the 18th Amendment.  During the  hearing, Lawyers Forum's counsel Advocate AK Dogar argued  that the  judges should be appointed for life to ensure a free judiciary.

He added that free judiciary does not come under the executive as  in  the parliamentary system both the institutions are separate. Justice   Shakirullah remarked that the constitution separated judiciary from the   executive but legislative is also included in the executive but its  role  is not made clear.

Dogar contended that the country could not survive sans the judiciary.

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Kayani’s Extension Necessary for War on terror: Kaira

Federal Information Minister Qamar Zaman Kaira has categorically stated that Pakistan would not take dictation from any country regarding the launch of army operation in any part of the country, and added that Pakistan is fighting the war on terror for its own interests.

During a press conference in London on Friday, the Federal Information Minister said that the extension in the service period of chief of army staff is done in view of the ongoing war on terror as the change in command would not be conducive in such a situation. He maintained that the presence of army chief was necessary for the continuity of war on terror. He called upon the media to act objectively and responsibly in broadcasting any news on India or Pakistan.

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Kayani’s Extension Necessary for War on terror: Kaira was first posted on July 23, 2010 at 4:49 pm.
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Floods Claim 800 In KP: Mian Iftikhar

Pakistan News: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Information Minister Mian Iftikhar Hussain claimed that as many as 800 people have been killed in the flood hitting the province.

Talking to Dunya News in Peshawar on Saturday, Iftikhar said that the provincial government is making all-out relief efforts for the flood affectees. The minister said that he along with other government officials would pay a part of his salary for the flood victims. Mian Iftikhar deplored that so far none of the three provinces has contacted the provincial government regarding aid or help

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Suicide Bomb Blast In Peshawar, Today

Pakistan News Peshawar: At least 4 people including FC Commandant Safwat Ghayoor have been killed and 11 others sustained injuries in a suicide blast near the FC office in Sadar, Peshawar on Wednesday. The suicide bomber struck his explosive laden motorcycle with the vehicle of the commandant while he was coming out from FC Headquarters.

Safwat Ghayoor was a brave police office who played key role in the fight against militants during his various postings. He also remained CCPO Peshawar before his present posting as FC commandant. Safwat Ghayoor was brother-in-law of PPP-S leader Aftab Khan Sherpao.

According to sources, IG FC has also been injured in the explosion. As many as two cars have been set ablaze. According to bomb disposal squad, 8 kg explosive material was used in the blast. It is reported Interior Minister Rehman Malik was due to come to FC office to give a briefing to the media on flood relief activities. Law enforcement agencies have cordoned off the area and a relief and rescue operation is underway.

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Information Minister Mian Iftikhar Hussain said that all who oppose terrorism are on the hit list of terrorists. He said that terrorists cannot demoralize us and war against terrorism will be continued till the complete eradication of all terrorists from the country.

PM Gilani has ordered inquiry into killing of FC Commandant in Peshawar.

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Sialkot Lynching: Court Grants 7-Days Remand Of Seventeen Accused

Sialkot, Pakistan News: A special anti-terror court granted seven-day physical remand to police of all the 17 accused in Sailkot lynching case on Monday.

Special Public Prosecutor Rana Bakhtiar that none of the culprits would escape penalty.

Police presented 17 accused in the court of Justice Chaudhry Nisar of Gujranwala Anti-Terror Court while Deputy Prosecutor Rana Bakhtiar represented the provincial government.

Police Highhandedness: IGP Presents Report in Supreme Court

Pakistan News: SC of Pakistan (SC) is hearing sou moto notice case on police brutality against lawyers in Lahore on Monday. During the hearing, IG Punjab and commissioner submitted the report on Lahore incident. Chief Justice Iftikhar Mohammad Chuadhry questioned that why police fired straight at lawyers? He asked to IG Punjab that why scarcity of bar room was violated?

CJP said that sadly police was manhandled later.

Lesco Exonerates PML-N:Power Pheft

Lesco investigative team has completed its report vis-a-vis power theft and acquitted PML-N of the allegation today.

According to Lesco's report, Shalimar TMO claimed the responsibility of the power stealth, saying that four search lights have been installed for security reasons without permission.

The town administration has also been fined Rs3,000, besides the line superintendent Hussain Mehdi has also been suspended.

India unwilling to hold composite dialogues:Foreign Office

ISLAMABAD PAKISTAN: Pakistan was not keen to resume composite dialogue process with India if New Delhi unwilling to discuss all core issue with Islamabad, Spokesman to Foreign Office Abdul Basit said Thursday.

Washington: FM Calls On Joe Biden

WASHINGTON: US Vice President Joe Biden, saluting courage of Pakistani army and people's nerve in combating war on terrorism, said Pakistani people and army have put up excellent show in stamping out terrorism within last two years,

Foreign Minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi and US VP Joe Biden held one-on-one meeting here in Washington on Thursday.

During the meeting, US VP, lauding Pakistan's role in terror war, assured Pakistan of US's all-out support and cooperation in further extending war to counter insurgency.

Earlier, FM Qureshi met with US National Security Adviser General James Jones.

The meeting was also attended by Pakistani envoy to United States Hussain Haqqani, Federal Defence Minister Chaudhry Ahmed Mukhtar and Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Ashfaq Pervaiz Kayani.

Later, Qureshi and US VP Biden held one-on-one meeting, which lasted for 30 minutes.

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Qureshi For Durable Kashmir Issue Resolution

Pakistan News: Foreign Minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi called for result-oriented talks with Pakistan and added that Kashmir cause was affected in Musharraf's regime.

Addressing the National Assembly, the FM said that Kashmir issue is the base of Pakistan's foreign policy, adding that Pakistan would continue to support Kashmiris' efforts regarding their right to self-determination.

He sought resolution of Kashmir issue with complete consultation of the Kashmiris.He termed the talks with India held on the margins of Saarc summit positive.

24 Killed Over Land Dispute in Shikarpur

At least 24 people were killed and four others injured in a clash between two rival tribes of Magsi and Qambrani over a land dispute in Shikarpur, sources said Friday.

According to police sources, the rival tribes clashed with each other over a 200-acre agricultural land in the village Pathanwah of Ghari Yaseen district. As a result, 24 people died on the spot while four others were injured.

According to local residents, the dispute had been raging on since months.

Heavy contingent of police has been called as the tension prevailed in the area. Sindh Chief Minister Syed Qaim Ali Shah has taken a notice of the incident.

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Data Darbar Bombings: Compensation Cheques Yet To Be Cashed

The compensation cheques given to the affectees of the Data Darbar suicide bombing by the Punjab government could not be cashed out so far in Lahore.

According to sources, the cheques bounced off due to insufficient funds in the bank account of Punjab government at the time when the cheques were presented by the affectees. At the time of distribution of the cheques the affectees were directed to cash out cheques after two weeks.

DCO Lahore Sajjad Bhutta told media that the clearance of cheques will take one more week due to official documentation.

It is pertinent to note that Punjab Chief Minister Shahbaz Sharif announced a compensation amount of Rs 5 Lakhs for the relatives of the victims while Rs75 thousands for those who received injures due to the suicide bombing.

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Data Darbar Bombings: Compensation Cheques Yet To Be Cashed was first posted on July 17, 2010 at 11:45 am.
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US Will Soon Announce Special Projects in Baluchistan: US Consul General

US Consul General to Karachi William J Martin on Monday announced the launch of special projects in Baluchistan besides the opening of a US consulate in the provincial metropolis.

He was addressing a ceremony held in connection with the 234th Independence Day of America at a local hotel in Quetta. The ceremony was attended by Baluchistan Assembly Speaker Muhammad Aslam Bhootani, provincial ministers, MPAs and several journalists. Martin said the US was committed to working alongside Pakistan to help improve the country's health, education and energy sectors. The US is mulling opening a consulate in Quetta, he added. He announced several new assistance programmes worth millions of dollars for Baluchistan. Many of these projects will directly benefit the people of Masochistic, he added. He said, During the meetings, the government and people have told us the most important need in the province is water. In addition to a national high-efficiency irrigation project that will include Balochistan, we are working with the provincial government to provide the people with potable water. The programme will enhance irrigation and distribution capacity, energy is also a concern in Baluchistan. We already have a programme with the Quetta Electricity Supply Company to help them improve services to the public and reduce losses and increase efficiency. The US geological survey will provide assistance in identifying natural gas resources in Baluchistan and to further their development. We will also provide assistance to help the country improve its regulatory and fiscal regimes in order to attract more investment, he added.

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Balochistan Shut To Observe Bugti’s 4th Death Anniversary

Pakistan News: Black Day is being observed in Quetta and other parts of Balochistan on the fourth death anniversary of Nawab Akbar Bugti on Thursday.

A shutter-down strike is being observed on the call by the Baloch Republican Party and Jamhoori Watan Party. Balochistan National Front, Balochistan National Party and Baloch Student Organisation are also participating in the strike.

All major shopping centres in Quetta are closed, with contingents of police, Balochistan Constabulary, Frontier Core and Anti Terrorist Force deployed throughout the city. A complete shutter-down strike is also being observed in other areas of the province such as Noshki, Dalbadin, Mastung, Qalat, Pisni and Khuzdar. Talal Bugti, president of the Jamhoori Watan Party and son of the late Baloch leader Nawab Akbar Bugti, had earlier filed a petition against former president Pervez Musharraf in Akbar Bugti's murder case. The concerned authorities were not registering an FIR against Bugti's murder till the Balochistan High Court ordered them to do so in October 2009. Talal had also pleaded that Interpol should be activated to bring Musharraf back to Pakistan and face the law.

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UN Appeals For More Aid For Pak

Pakistan News: The United Nations (UN) has once again appealed to the international community to send more aid to Pakistan to save innocent lives.

Executive Directors of UFO, UNICEF and UNESCO in a press conference in Islamabad said that the UN has fulfilled only 25 percent needs of shelter, water and food in the flood-hit area while affectees only 50 percent food demands are being met. WFP has provided one month ration to 30 lac flood affectees.

Weeks of heavy rains have flooded fully 20 percent of the country and left more than four million people without shelter, according the UN figures. As estimated 8 million people need immediate assistance and are in life-threatening situations, from disease or starvation. Pakistan is facing a public health catastrophe after the worst floods in living memory. The homes of some of the poorest people have been washed away and waterborne diseases, such as cholera, threaten to compound the suffering. Aid is getting through but there is still a massive amount of work to be done.

In total, some 20 million people have been affected by the rising waters. As the crisis has deepened, the government’s capacity to provide help has been pushed to the breaking point.

Fazlur Rehman in Lahore on 2-day visit

LAHORE: The Ameer Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam Pakistan (JUI) Molana Fazlur Rehman has arrived in Lahore on two-day visit. A statement from JUI-Punjab said he was accompanied with Abdul Ghafoor Haidri.

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Asfandyar For Talks With Taliban Who Shun Militancy

Asfandyar For Talks With Taliban Who Shun Militancy, The leader of Awami National Party (ANP) Asfandyar Wali said government should talk to Taliban who left militancy. Talking to media outside Parliament House in Islamabad, Asfandyar said negotiations must be carried out with the Taliban who left extremism. Replying to question, Asfandyar said ANP will support the talks between government and peace loving Taliban. He said talks are underway with PML-N on the issue of change of name of NWFP and we are waiting to meet with Nawaz Sharif in this connection. ANP wants good relations with PML-N, he added.

Prime Minister To Address The Nation Today

Prime Minister (PM) Yousaf Raza Gilani will address the nation today evening at 7:00 PM to take the nation into confidence over the proposed constitutional amendments the government is going to introduce in the Parliament.

In his address, the PM will explain the nation of the progress of Parliament's Constitutional Reforms Committee (CRC).

PM will address the nation on first Friday of every month on radio to take masses into confidence regarding the polices of the government. The reason for the radio address is that people who don't afford TV can also hear his speech. American President Barrack Obama also addresses the American nation at the start of every month.

Rehman Malik Confirms Death Of Top Commanders

ISLAMABAD Pakistan News: Interior Minister Rehman Malik confirmed on Saturday that Tehreek-e-Taliban leaders Maulvi Faqir Muhammad, Qari Ziaur Rehman and Fateh Muhammad were killed along with 30 other militants in the Mohmand Agency. The Taliban leaders were killed as helicopter gunship helicopters targeted their hideouts.

Speaking to newsman here, Malik said that other militants that are on the run will be captured and not spared. He added there were clear indications of Indian involvement in militant activities in NWFP and the tribal areas.

The accusation of Indian involvement has been repeated by several other government and military officials as well.

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NAB Officials Bring Back Hamesh Khan

LAHORE: A three-member team, consisting of Moin Habib, counselor in the Pakistani embassy in the US, Raja Amir Abbas, NAB deputy prosecutor general and NAB Punjab’s Financial Crime Investigation Wing (FCIW) Deputy Director Rizwan Khan, brought Hamesh Khan back to Pakistan today.

Supreme Court (SC) on Friday summoned Hamesh Khan, the former president of Bank of Punjab and the main accused in the Rs9 billion loan scam, on May 26.

During the case proceedings, the court ordered the relevant authorities to take Hamesh Khan to Chunba House in Lahore. It allowed Hamesh Khan access to his lawyer.

The court also said that the NAB Director Investigation will interrogate Hamesh Khan.

A three-member bench headed by Chief Justice Iftikhar Mohammad Chaudhry heard the case.