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- Modi’s BJP backs acquittal of Hindu hardliners in Samjhauta Express bombing case “When there was no evidence […] Congress government maligned the Hindu community by labelling them terrorists.”
- PM Khan to conduct quarterly review of performance by ministries, reports expected in 2 weeks The premier had chaired a meeting in November in which the ministries had presented their short and long-term targets.
- Woman shot dead by brother over ‘love marriage’ in Karachi: police The woman was travelling in a rickshaw with her brother-in-law when unidentified attackers gunned them down.
- State Bank raises key interest rate by 50 basis points to 10.75% Despite narrowing, the current account deficit remains high and core inflation continues to rise: SBP.
- Death knell for British PM May’s Brexit deal as lawmakers reject it by 286 to 344 The rejection has left Britain’s withdrawal from the EU in turmoil on the very day it was supposed to leave the bloc.
- Efforts underway to finalise 9th NFC Award by December 31: Asad Umar Improvements needed in federal, provincial governments’ coordination regarding collection of taxes, says Umar.
- Two weeks before India starts voting, Modi predicts easy victory “The BJP and its National Democratic Alliance partners will get more seats than the previous election,” Modi said.
- Ijaz Shah appointed federal minister for parliamentary affairs Political controversy is expected on Brig Shah’s appointment, as he remained a trusted aide of Pervez Musharraf.
- Man suspected of sexually assaulting, murdering 7-year-old boy arrested in Haripur Police register FIR; autopsy report confirms boy was sexually abused and later strangled to death with a piece of cloth.
- PM Khan urges ‘inclusive development’ during trip to Quetta, Gwadar PM shares plans for new medical city in Quetta, inaugurates new international airport at Gwadar.
- Pakistan regrets India’s decision to postpone upcoming Kartarpur meeting “Last minute postponement without seeking views from Pakistan […] is incomprehensible.”
- Medical examination of Lahore woman Asma Aziz reveals various injuries Report says Aziz has experienced some dizziness, vomiting; suggests getting opinions of more specialists.
- Germany adds six months to Saudi arms export ban: government Ban has faced opposition from within German government and EU, but has support of rights groups.
- HRW urges New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern to discuss treatment of Muslims in China HRW says Ardern should publicly call on Chinese leaders to close Muslim internment camps, provide observers access.
- Silent crowd listens to Christchurch mosque attack victims’ names at NZ memorial Dozens of representatives from govts around the world join NZ PM Jacinda Ardern at service.
- Promise of handouts by India’s Congress could dent Modi’s momentum Congress has promised to pay cash handouts to India’s poorest families if it comes to power.
- UK lawmakers poised for crucial vote on May’s Brexit deal In a last-ditch bid to garner support of her colleagues, May dramatically promised to resign if the deal passes.
- India’s test to shoot down satellite raises fears of space junk Indian scientist’s claim that debris will burn up in 45 days “consistent with what I’ve heard”: acting US defence secy.
- Ocean heat hit record high last year: UN UN secretary-general describes latest findings by World Meteorological Organisation as “another strong wake-up call”.
- Delhi detains economist for attending food security conference Dreze, 2 activists detained for participating in public meeting on food security organised by village self-help group.
- Afghan military could pose threat to country if aid ends: report Official says if paychecks of 300,000 Afghan soldiers stop, it could “pose a serious threat” to stability in country.
- BD court sentences five ‘war criminals’ to death Four accused connected to Jamaat-i-Islami charged with murder, abduction, looting, arson and rape in 1971.
- ASH doctors’ protest disrupts health service delivery Witnesses at the hospital say the OPD of the hospital remained closed while doctors worked at the emergencies.
- Bilawal says PPP won’t accept political victimisation in name of accountability Says he is being held accountable in a case that pertained to the time when he was barely one year old.
- Ironies of the Afghan war Mullah Baradar has been credited for rebuilding the Afghan Taliban into an effective fighting force.
- Transportation of illegal timber not allowed despite end to ban, KP Assembly told Minister says cabinet to discuss matter, government won’t encourage illegal forest harvesting.
- Three arrested for allegedly raping sister, sent to jail on judicial remand Police say the suspects, ages 22-30, told their sister to keep quiet in the name of the holy book.
- Another man arrested for torture of wife Video clips of the tortured woman show her face bleeding massively.
- Sikh pilgrims from abroad visit Sialkot’s gurdwara The pilgrims perform their religious rites, distribute dole-outs and exchange gifts.
- Social media conclave: Singer Jawad barred from speaking ‘against PM’ Organiser chants slogans in favour of Imran Khan, tells remaining speakers to refrain from speaking against the premier.
- Punjab govt told to shift Hanif Abbasi to SZH LHC observes that the matter involves health of a person and the government should deal it with grace.
- 15 arrested for underage marriage Police say the bride-to-be was 12 years old, whereas the groom was 45.
- Nawaz advised ‘complete rest’ after medical check-up PML-N leader says no political activity will be arranged at Jati Umra till Sharif’s health improves.
- AJK president seeks UN help to stop bloodshed in occupied Kashmir Says imprisonment of Hurriyat leaders by India unjustified
- IMF bailout package likely by mid-May, says finance minister Says the gap between our position and the IMF’s is significantly less than what it was a few months back.
- Govt eyes $2bn from Haveli, Balloki power plants sell-off Bids from five consortiums have been short-listed.
- Steel Mill chief sacked in bizarre episode “Telling the truth is not liked by the adviser; this is confusing,” says the sacked PSM chief.
- SBP sets up desk for foreign exchange matters The bank asks stakeholders to devise benchmarks for processing and due diligence of each type of such transactions.
- Chinese firm upset over delay in KE acquisition plan At a meeting with planning minister, SEP team complains about roadblocks $1.77bn takeover plan is facing.
- FBR halts raids on business premises The move comes after trade bodies gives assurances that they will play their due role in recovery of taxes.
- FBR to launch crackdown against benami accounts next month FBR officials say recommendation of tax amnesty scheme has been sent to prime minister for consideration.
- Another tax amnesty scheme being prepared Govt may announce scheme next month to attract non-filers into tax net and incentivise whitening of untaxed money.
- Canada’s Quebec province to ban public workers from wearing religious symbols Unthinkable that in a free society we would legitimise discrimination against citizens based on religion, says Trudeau.
- Three Chinese towns named sister cities to Karachi, Gwadar, Multan Move is meant to strengthen bond of friendship between China and Pakistan.
- China urges US to ‘exercise prudence’ after fresh move to blacklist Jaish chief at UN The US has directly filed a draft resolution to the UNSC that would declare Masood Azhar a terrorist.
- Afghan ambassador to return to Pakistan after PM Khan’s remarks clarified The Foreign Office has said that the PM’s comments on an interim setup in Afghanistan were taken out of context.
- Call for no-ball tech as Kohli slams ‘ridiculous’ IPL error “If it is a game of margins, I don’t know what is happening. Umpires should have been more sharp out there.”
- Sarfraz Nawaz, Iqbal question logic behind resting top cricketers Iqbal Mohammad Ali and Sarfraz Nawaz slam PCB policy, say Australia series could’ve served as preparation for World Cup.
- Pakistan bowling coach remains upbeat despite series loss Azhar Mahmood hopes to find suitable options and trying various combinations ahead of ICC Cricket World Cup.
- Federer romps past Medvedev into Miami quarters Roger Federer will face a hectic few days if he’s going to win another Miami Open but he’s off to a good start.
- John Permal, ‘Pakistan’s fastest man’, passes away in Karachi Permal had been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in June 2018.
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