Pak urges US to stop drone attacks in tribal areas

Islamabad: Pakistan has asked the United States to stop the Central Investigation Agency-run unmanned air strikes in tribal areas, diplomatic sources has said.

Pakistan restricts US diplomats' travel

Pakistan has imposed new travel restrictions on US diplomats living in the country, a source told AFP Sunday, in the latest sign of worsening ties since the killing of Osama bin Laden.

Ties with Pakistan essential to fight terror: US

Islamabad : The US has said its relationship with Pakistan was "essential" in the fight against terror. The ties were, however, "complicated and difficult" at times.

Cricket: 'Rameez Raja has an opportunity to shine,' says Mohsin Khan

Pakistan's chief selector Mohsin Khan believeshat 24-year-old batsman Rameez Raja has an opportunity to shineuring next month's tour of Zimbabwe consisting ofthree one daynternationals, two Twenty20 fixtures and a solitary test match.

US commanders concerned about Ramadan fighting

The top U.S. commander in Afghanistan has until mid-October to submit a plan for the initial withdrawal of American troops, decisions that may hinge in part on whether the latest surge in attacks continues through the holy month of Ramadan.

PCB wants bilateral cricket ties with India restored soon

Lahore: The PCB is hoping for a major breakthrough in restoration of bilateral cricket ties with India after Pakistan's foreign minister Hina Rabbani Khar broached the topic of sports diplomacy during her recent visit to the neighbouring country.

Suspected militants kill tribal elder in Pakistan

Police say suspected Taliban fighters have shot and killed a pro-government tribal elder who was trying lure back tribesmen who had fled northwest Pakistan because of fighting between militants and the army.

Peace in Karachi, No.1 priority: PM Gilani

Islamabad : It was in the best interests of Pakistan that peace and stability is maintained in the commercial capital of Karachi, Pakistani Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani has said.

Pakistan Fast Slipping Into Chaos: Imran Khan

Pakistan, in the absence of "basic governance", was fast slipping into complete chaos, cricketer-turned-politician Imran Khan has said.

One Killed in Pakistan Hotel Bombing

At least one person was killed and eight were injured Sunday when a hand grenade was hurled into a hotel in southern Pakistan, officials said.

Kashmiris should be included in Indo-Pak talks: Shah Mehmood Qureshi

Former foreign minister and Pakistan Peoples Party leader Shah Mehmood Qureshi has said Kashmiris must be included in Indo-Pak talks.

CIA Islamabad Station Chief exits from Pakistan following ‘tense’ ISI relations

The Central Intelligence Agency’s Islamabad Chief has made an exit from Pakistan, marking the second time that the agency’s most senior officer has left the country in the past seven months.

Independence of judiciary not to be compromise: CJ Iftikhar Mohammad Chaudhry

Chief Justice of Pakistan Justice Iftikhar Mohammad Chaudhry has said that the independence of Judiciary would be maintained at every cost. He said that the judges of the lower and superior courts should announce verdicts according to the law and constitution with considering and mighty or poor.

Rehman Malik says terrorists involved in terrorist activities brought to justice

Interior Minister Rehman Malik talking to media at Karachi airport today strongly condemned the shooting incident that took place in Quetta on Saturday. He said those who are targeting the innocent people would never be forgiven, they will be arrested soon and brought to justice.

Govt’s reconciliation policy helped resolving national issues: PM Gilani

Prime Minister Syed Yusuf Raza Gilani has said that government’s policy of reconciliation has helped resolving the national issues. All the political parties, he maintained, should work for the strengthening of democratic institutions, to ensure the solution of the problems of the public.

CDA launches Margallah Tourism Train

The Capital Development Authority CDA) on Saturday launched Margalla Tourist Train aimed at promoting touristic and economic activities in the Federal Capital.

Anjum Aqeel, accomplices’ judicial remand extended to 9th August

Anti-Terrorism Court Rawalpindi Judge Muhammad Akram Awan has extended the judicial remand up to August 9 of all the accused involved in the run away case of MNA Anjum Aqeel Khan.

Over 250 suspects arrested prior to Friday, Saturday incidents: IGP Balochistan

Inspector General of Police Balochistan Rao Amin Hashim has said that police have raided various places in sensitive areas of the city and held about 200-250 suspected persons so far, adding that the arrested suspects were being interrogated by investigation teams headed by senior officials.

Present rulers responsible defaming democracy, deteriorating situation of country, says Nawaz Sharif

MURREE/CHANGLA GALI: President, Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N), Mian Muhmmad Nawaz Sharif has said that the present rulers have defamed the democracy, and this stage we cannot endure the devastating condition of the country.

Pak, US, Afghan tripartite talks on August 2

ISLAMABAD: The tripartite talks among Pakistan, Afghanistan and the US would be held on August 2 (Tuesday) in Islamabad.

Parliament not to be allowed to strike parliament: Nawaz Sharif

MURREE: PML-N president Nawaz Sharif has said supremacy of parliament is an acknowledged fact but it will not be allowed to strike judiciary.

Terror bid foiled: 2 terrorists arrested

PESHAWAR: Police and Law enforcement agencies have foiled a plan of terrorism in Peshawar and the whole province of KPK, two important terrorists were arrested and shifted to unknown places.

SBP reduces policy rate by 50 bps to 13.5%

KARACHI: The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has decided to reduce its policy rate by 50 basis points to 13.5 percent with effect from August 01, 2011. This was announced by Yaseen Anwar, Acting Governor, State Bank of Pakistan, while unveiling the Monetary Policy Statement at a press conference held at SBP, Karachi on Saturday.

Hilal committee to meet on August 1 for moon sighting

KARACHI: Mufti Munibur Rehman, chairman Markazi Ruet-e-Hilal Committee (MRHC) has said committee will meet in Met office here on August 01 for deciding about the sighting of moon in the perspective of Shariat.

UN slaps sanctions on TTP

UNITED NATIONS: The UN Security Council has slapped sanctions, including an assets freeze and travel ban, on the al Qaeda linked Pakistani Taliban, which is believed to be behind a string of terror attacks in that country and last year’s botched bombing attempt on New York’s Times Square.

NA session meets tomorrow: PM to take parliamentarians on board

ISLAMABAD: The government has summoned the National Assembly (NA) to meet on Monday to discuss the critical situation arising from the recent tussle between executive and judiciary during which the Prime Minister would take on board the parliamentarians regarding the executive stand.

PM Gilani urges all political forces to strive for peace, security in the country

KARACHI: Prime Minister Syed Yusuf Raza Gilani reiterated that all the political forces of the country must strive together for peace and security throughout the country in order to create conducive environment to step up the pace of development.

Hussain Asghar to remain in GB, says Mehdi Shah

ISLAMABAD: Chief Minister Gilgit Baltistan Mehdi Shah said on Saturday that we respect the decisions of Supreme court however, Hussain Asghar will remain in Gilgit Baltistan until an alternative name is provided.

Target killings claim 12 lives in Karachi

KARACHI: As many as 12 persons including 2 brothers and workers of MQM and police men have been killed and 4 injured in various incidents of target killings Saturday.

11 Shias killed in discriminate firing

QUETTA: At least eleven people were killed and three injured when unknown miscreant opened fired at Suzuki van here on Spini road in Quetta on Saturday.

AC releases Siddiqui in SGS reference

RAWALPINDI : Accountability Court has exonerate one of the co-accused and former Chairman CBR (Now FBR) A. R. Siddiqui ,whereas issued permanent arrest warrant against a foreigner in SGS reference.

5 accused including Suleman Farooqui acquitted in ARY Gold reference

RAWALPINDI: Judge Mian Altaf Hussain Mahar of Accountability Court No 2 has acquitted 5 accused persons allegedly involved in ARY Gold Reference.

’Pak mindful of its obligations under Viena Convention’

ISLAMABAD: Foreign Ministry Spokesperson said that no US-specific restrictions have been applied with regard to travel curbs on US diplomats.

3 federal ministers from PML-Q allocated portfolios

ISLAMABAD: Three federal ministers from PML-Q have been allocated portfolios.

Without resolving Kashmir Pak-India relations will hang in balance: Fazlur Rehman

ISLAMABAD: Chairman Kashmir Committee and Ameer JUI(F) Maulana Fazal-ur-Rehman has said that China is neither the foe of Pakistan nor India . The Indian Security Advisor is in the habit of speaking against China.

No clash between judiciary, executive: Justice Javed

LAHORE: Justice Javed Iqbal, senior most judge of Supreme Court (SC) has said that there in no clash between government and judiciary and judiciary has no desire for power.

Senate body finds ATC amendment Act in violation of HR

ISLAMABAD: Senate Standing Committee on Interior terming several clauses of Anti-Terrorism Amendment Act as violation of basic human rights has made it clear that the committee cannot give its nod to the bill with its eyes closed.

Early announcement of Ramzan: KPK to take action against scholars

PESHAWAR: KPK government has decided to take action against the Afghan scholars who announce the holy month of Ramzan before time here on Saturday.

Case in US against ISI could be ’disastrous’: lawyer

NEW YORK: The case filed against ISI by relatives of a Rabbi killed in the 26/11 attacks, could be ’’disastrous’’ as the negative reaction against it would undermine the US goals in the region, the lawyer representing the Pakistani intelligence agency has said.

Nephew of CM Balochistan buried in hometown Kanak

MASTUNG: The nephew of Chief Minister Balochistan Aslam Raisani, Akmal Raisani was buried in his hometown Kanak on Saturday.

HRCP to conduct public hearing about violence in Karachi today

LAHORE: A fact finding mission by the Human Rights Commission of Pakistan (HRCP) will investigate the causes of violence in Karachi and to discuss solutions for sustainable peace while the public hearing will be held today (Sunday).

The public hearing would to be held at the Karachi Press Club at 3:30 pm. T

PML-Q determined to hold APC: Chaudhry Shujaat Hussain

ISLAMABAD: PML-Q President Chaudhary Shujaat Hussain has assured leader of Sunni Tehrik Mr. Sarwat Ejaz Hussain Qadari that PML-Q was determined to hold All Parties Conference (APC) for stopping blood shed of innocent people and to restore peace in Karachi.

UNICEF faces USD 50 million shortfalls in aid to Pakistan flood victims

NEW YORK: A year after devastating monsoon floods hit Pakistan, for which the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) launched one of its largest operations, the agency reported it faces a shortfall of more than USD 50 million to meet the continuing critical needs of the country’s children.