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Volkan Bozkir will undertake the August 9-10 visit on the invitation of the Pakistani govt, says FO.

PM asks bureaucracy to check corruption.

Police say man confesses to killing sister because "she used to talk to a man in the neighbourhood".

Asks Pakistan Navy authorities to file replies till 19th.

Retired Brig Shujah Hassan has been appointed for one year with immediate effect and until further orders.

The case was registered last month when Capital Police Officer Muhammad Ahsan Younis took notice of the incident.

Accountability court to indict ex-president on August 10.

PHC CJ to inaugurate Mohmand court online.

DIG-South claims police mistook them as street criminals.

Lahore High Court was told the accused could not be traced.

Restrictions on tourism were to be officially lifted on Aug 8 but Punjab govt lifted barriers on Aug 6.

Our battle for India-held Kashmir, for now, has to be fought through diplomacy and strategic communication.

The Cake actor put up an Instagram post featuring two wedding bands.

Health department says it is not possible to produce details of spending per patient.

About 4.37m cubic feet sludge removed from 54 nullahs, CM told.

Officers working in BISP have been terminated from service and cases against them have been referred to FIA.

Asad Umar urges nation to be patient, follow SOPs to "help mitigate the health challenges".

The victim belonged to Battagram district.

Speaker admits adjournment motion of PkMAP’s Nasrullah Zerey for debate on clashes and firing at Pak-Afghan border.

Says people are appreciating work done by Sindh govt.

Balochistan chief minister also directs leasing government lands of command area of dams for agriculture and forest purposes.

"The cavalier attitude by this government is undermining Pakistan's core relations with friendly countries!"

Two minor boys die from drowning while swimming in accumulated rainwater.

Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah seeks detailed report from IG.

KE CEO Moonis Alvi says by 2023 Karachi’s 90pc area will be loadshedding free.

"International flight operations shall be conducted in accordance with established guidelines and applicable SOPs," says CAA.

Perhaps this can be a lesson for our public figures to educate themselves about a topic before commenting about it on social media

PM Imran welcomes UNSC meeting on dispute.

PMA expresses concern over govt decision, says authorities should've waited to observe situation following Eidul Azha.

CAA urges strict implementation of SOPs.

NDMA urges people to stay home during rainfall.

Some medical experts believe the increase might be a signal for the beginning of the second wave of virus.

Indian troops resorted to unprovoked firing on Wednesday in Nakyal sector along the LoC.

The ex-judge had convicted former prime minister Nawaz Sharif in a NAB reference.

Supreme Court bench issues notices to NAB and other respondents.

Trade, industry laud federal government’s cleaning drive.

Second phase of CPEC was all about taking its dividends to the public, says CPEC Authority chairman.

Minister says 1972’s nationalisation policy destroyed shipping industry.

Business activities already closed will remain so for the time being, says official.

If the ban covers US companies doing businesses on WeChat, it would do more harm to US firms than Tencent.

Balochistan chief minister also directs leasing government lands of command area of dams for agriculture and forest purposes.

Project will focus on migratory, breeding and infestation routes of desert locust.

Per-tola and 10-gram price has risen by Rs43,850 and Rs37,595 respectively since January 1.

Decides to include provinces’ voice in decision-making by Ogra.

TORs are being drawn up in consultation with PIA and Aviation Division for setting up a joint venture project.

Company is exploring whether it can add regions including India and Europe to the deal.

Move towards a Treasury Single Account is a longstanding reform measure.

Project will employ 150,000 people, increase train speed and reduce accidents, Sheikh Rashid says.

Tariff Policy Centre would conduct a detailed study on the tariff structure of the textile sector.

“The overall Business Confidence Score (BCS) in Pakistan stands at negative 50pc," says OICCI survey.

Estimated cost of the plan is Rs1.1 trillion.

For investors, 2020 has proved a big relief in terms of meteoric price hike of Rs40,550 per tola and Rs34,766 per 10g since Jan 1.

Says FPCCI meeting was cancelled even though less than 50 people were to attend.

Transshipment plays a critical role in ensuring the free flow of trade, especially to small destination ports.

PPMA says consignments may be affected due to heavy rains, moisture and high temperature.

At present, farmers in the country are applying almost decade-old varieties resulting in a 50 per cent yield gap.

The companies are among 11 offers that were placed into the tender.

ECC would approve PIA's Strategic Business Plan, which is part of its restructuring plan.

Local sales in north zone rise sharply as construction boom gets underway.

Trade gap narrows to $1.542bn in July; imports fall 4.2pc in first month of FY21.

Benchmark doddering at such dizzy height sways both ways, fuelling high degree of volatility.

Different departments have been given tasks to investigate the scam through different angles and aspects.

Investigation aims to ensure that Google's control of data "does not distort competition".

Farmers booked for ‘clashing’ with firm staff.

Warns he will summon chief secy if flour, roti price issue not resolved.

For the first time, Punjab has seen animals costing Rs1.5m-2m in its Eid markets.

Pakistan has been through a repeated cycle of boom and bust.

PBS data shows that wheat price surged by 28.5pc in July from the previous month.

It has become evident to economic managers that keeping the investment-savings gap at very high levels is not viable.

"I offer no apology for what I had said though I am sorry that it had affected our palm oil export to India," says ex-Malaysia PM.

The gathering, known as Loya Jirga, began on Friday with over 3,600 participants amid tight security and the Covid-19 pandemic.

US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo says he had a "productive call" with FM Shah Mahmood Qureshi.

It was India’s worst passenger aircraft accident since 2010.

President Michel Aoun says a missile or negligence could have been responsible .

Taliban question legal basis of the assembly.

If the ban covers US companies doing businesses on WeChat, it would do more harm to US firms than Tencent.

The move is a setback for US President Donald Trump.

The monthly figure is an increase on the 1,000 km2 of deforestation in June — but a decrease on the 2,250 km2 lost in July 2019.

The group would be independent, champion the rights of the country’s Muslim majority and battle corruption says Mahathir.

Rajapaksas’ Sri Lanka Podujana Party won 145 seats in Wednesday’s election.

Ye has been guilty of manufacturing and transporting illegal drugs, a court statement says.

The women were aged between 18 and 31, and most of the alleged assaults took place at Detail’s home, the statement said

US president signs executive orders giving Americans 45 days to stop doing business with the Chinese platforms.

India has the third highest caseload in the world after the United States and Brazil.

BJP leader Manoj Sinha will replace career bureaucrat G.C. Murmu.

Health experts warn of a slow rise in percentage of people testing positive.

Company is exploring whether it can add regions including India and Europe to the deal.

Macron is the foreign leader to visit Beirut since the biggest blast in its history tore through Lebanese capital.

“TikTok is a major security risk and has no place on government devices,” says a Republican senator.

It is a fact that no past government in this country has ever criticised the Saudis in this manner.

US government will seek to limit the ability of Chinese service providers to collect, store and process sensitive data, he says.

Security source says death toll has reached 145; officials say the figure is still likely to rise.

Entrance to Peace Park was sharply limited and only survivors and their families could attend the memorial ceremony.

A closed-door 15-member meeting was held at Foreign Minister Qureshi's request.

The post in question featured a link to a Fox News video in which Trump says children are “virtually immune” to the virus.

The 1987 romantic drama grossed $218 million worldwide and won an Oscar for best original song '(I've Had) The Time of My Life'

"This demonstrates TikTok’s commitment to remove any potentially harmful or inappropriate content."

Damages from the explosion amount to more than $3 billion, says governor.

Says Pakistan skipped Kuala Lumpur summit on Saudi request and now Pakistanis are demanding Riyadh ‘show leadership on the issue’.

"I survived Lebanon and Beirut but my roots are still there."

Former CM, Amnesty International assail the authorities.

Germany’s environment ministry has drawn measures to protect insects including increased protection of natural habitats.

Stockpile stored in Beirut's port arrived seven years ago on a ship that should never have stopped there.

The visit comes as relations between the world’s two biggest powers plunge to historic lows.

England successfully chase target of 277 after earlier collapsing to 117-5 on the fourth day.

The wily leg-spinner rips through England’s middle and lower order on his way to figures of 4-66 in 18 overs.

“As many as 63 ground staff across Karachi, Lahore, Multan and Rawalpindi will receive a 50 per cent bonus," says PCB statement.

Pakistan, on top for most of this match.

“We now have absolute clarity on the future of ICC events," says ICC chief executive Manu Sawhney.

Shan Masood never lost sight of the big picture.

PCB chief executive Wasim Khan will meet ECB chief executive next week and will formally invite England to tour Pakistan.

Much will likely depend on the current partnership between Ollie Pope and Jos Buttler.

Fiona Ferro’s win was only the second of her career against a player in the top 30.

"Babar has taken on the responsibility of being Pakistan’s leading batsman," writes Nasser Hussain.

"From my personal perspective, I think it’s unfinished business," says Australia's star batsman.

Currently, the responsibility for calling no-balls lies with the on-field umpires.

"For the time being I rather not travel,” says Nadal.

Pakistan close the rain-shorted first day of the first Test against England on 139 for two.

Skipper Azhar Ali and Asad Shafiq are the two most experienced pros in the current Pakistan squad touring England.

Says players are "excited for the series with a positive frame of mind" despite Covid-19 crisis.

Home side will assess whether Stokes is fit to bowl.

Strict rules because of the coronavirus include no showers on site, and no autographs or photos with fans.

The production line of fast bowlers is so consistent that when one player goes, another is ready to take over.

A virus, a pandemic and a lockdown later, we stand on the cusp of seeing our Babars and our Shaheens play competitive cricket.

We may go in with two spinners in first Test, says head coach.

Former fast bowler says Pakistan can "upset" England if they score runs.

“No PCB staffer will be a member of the interim committees," says PCB statement.

The spread of Covid-19 in India has forced organisers to move the competition abroad.

Ireland slipped to 28 for five in a horror start, but recovered to post 172 all out in a first competitive game for four months.

Board’s constitution violated in a clear case of conflict of interest.

Chief executive says bringing fans back vital not only for their teams on the pitch but for a variety of reasons off it too.

Back and knee problems kept troubling Jansher throughout his career and eventually led to his retirement in 2001.

Extends freeze on giving Russian athletes permission to compete as authorised neutral athletes in intl events until money is paid.

Amir will join squad in Derby, Rauf will leave for England over the weekend, PCB statement says.

Ex-Indian batsman says fans should enjoy Babar’s batting rather than comparing him with Indian captain Virat Kohli.

He took 10 wickets in the Test — for only the third time in his career —and was named man-of-the-series.

Says "owe it to athletes to make sure this happens and a generation of athletes don’t miss the opportunity of the Games".

It has invited them to consider various roles, including as match officials in the 2020-21 domestic season.

Real confirmed on Tue­sday that forward Mariano Diaz had tested positive, casting doubt on his participation in the August 8 tie.