Blasts close to Damascus shrine kill 30

BEIRUT: At least thirty people were killed and scores wounded on Sunday when two suicide bombers blew them themselves up in the Sayeda Zeinab district of Damascus, where Syria´s holiest Shi´ite shrine is located, the interior ministry said.

State television footage of burning buildings and wrecked cars in the neighbourhood. It gave no further details.

The heavily populated area in the south of the city is a site of pilgrimage for Shi´ites from Iran, Lebanon and other parts of the Muslim world.

The explosions occurred as representatives of Syria´s government and its divided opposition began convening in Geneva for the first UN-mediated peace talks in two years.

Uzair Baloch claims PPP was fully aware of criminal activities -

KARACHI: The Lyari gang leader, Uzair Baloch has made startling revelations in the initial investigation, saying the money collected from extortion, kidnappings and drug dens used to be sent to high-ranking personalities.

"The Pakistan People's Party (PPP) was completely in the know of these criminal activities," Uzair told interrogators.

He claimed that shares from the money collected through his gambling and drug businesses were also distributed among high-ranking police officials.

Uzair Baloch further disclosed that torture cells had been set-up in various areas of Lyari neighbourhood.

Baloch revealed that the hideouts of Lyari gangsters were also located in Hub and Balochistan, adding that his companions had killed several people for not paying ransom.

He said the Hub route was used for smuggling drugs.

PM announces Rs5 per litre cut in POL prices

LAHORE: Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif has announced Rs5 per litre cut in petroleum product prices with effect from February 01.

The Premier announced reduction in the prices of petrol, diesel and kerosene while talking to media here Saturday after holding condolences with Mian Amir Mehmood on the sad demise of his father at his residence in Model Town.

PM Nawaz stressed the need for accelerating implementation on some clauses of National Action Plan (NAP).

PIA suffers Rs500 mn loss due to ongoing strike: spokesperson -

Islamabad: Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has lost Rs500 million due to the ongoing strike by its employees.

A spokesperson for the PIA said that passengers apprehensive of flight delays were not purchasing tickets of the national flag carrier.

Expenditures of PIA were increasing day by day and it had to face losses due to shattered confidence on the part of the passengers, the spokesperson said, adding that travel agents were also advising passengers to buy tickets of other airlines to avoid any inconvenience.

The spokesperson added that the employees have threatened to close operations if their demands were not met.

Ch. Nisar, DG Rangers discuss Karachi operation

ISLAMABAD: Interior Minister Chaudhry Nisar Ali Khan on Friday telephoned Director General (DG) Sindh Rangers, Major General Bilal Akbar and exchanged views on ongoing Karachi operation.

The interior minister consulted DG Rangers on making Karachi operation more effective.

Meanwhile, DG Rangers Bilal Akbar while addressing a students’ ceremony in Karachi University said, support from youth was important to restore peace.

War against terror to continue till elimination of last terrorist: PM -

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif has reiterated that Karachi operation would continue till its logical conclusion.

This he said while chairing a meeting at PM House on Friday. The meeting focused on overall security and economic situation in the country.

PM Nawaz expressed government’s resolve saying, “War against terror will continue till elimination of last terrorist.”

He said, “Eliminating the menace of terrorism and ensuring a peaceful Pakistan for our future generations is the top most priority of PML-N government and our successes against terrorism and achieving economic stability have created a new hope in people.”

In the meeting, the Premier was briefed over Bacha Khan University, Charsadda attack and the investigations made so far in this regard.

‘Perpetrators and facilitators of the heinous act of killing innocent children in the place of their studies will be brought to justice´’, he reiterated.

Nawaz Sharif went on to say, “The ongoing military operation Zarb-e-Azb has broken the backbone of terrorists who have resorted to targeting soft targets out of sheer frustration, but we will not let their evil agenda to succeed.”

Defence Minister Khawaja Asif, Finance Minister Ishaq Dar Minister, Interior Minister Ch. Nisar Ali Khan, Minister for Information Pervaiz Rashid, Minister for Planning, Development and Reform Ahsan Iqbal, Minister for Railways Khawaja Saad Rafique, Advisor to PM on Foreign Affairs Sartaj Aziz, Tariq Fatemi and others attended the meeting.

The meeting appreciated the matchless sacrifices and coordinated efforts of the Law Enforcement Agencies and armed forces in operation Zarb-e-Azb and Karachi operation.

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Two cops killed in firing on Quetta police van

QUETTA: Unknown armed men opened fire on a police van in Quetta, killing two police men and two injuring two others in Satellite town on Thursday.

The unknown gunmen managed flee from the scene after firing at Muneer Mengal Road.

The law enforcement agencies (LEAs) and police rea

Pak, India in touch to finalize date for foreign secretaries meeting -

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and Indian are in contact with each other to finalize the date of meeting between Foreign Secretaries, Foreign Office said Thursday.

 In a weekly briefing Foreign Office Spokesman Qazi Khalilullah said, Pakistan condemned terrorism in all its forms and manifestations and favoured a cooperative approach to eliminate the menace from its soil and the region. In response to a question about the joint statement issued during French president’s visit to India that urged only Pakistan to expedite Mumbai trial, the Spokesman said terrorism was not only India’s problem but also of Pakistan, region and the world. The Spokesman said Pakistan had rendered enormous sacrifices while combating terrorism to make the world a safer and better place to live. “Our sacrifices have been appreciated by the international community.” He said it was important to do away with unsubstantiated allegations as it undermined the efforts against terrorism. “We wish India to share the investigation into the Samjhota Express tragedy and expect it to share the report in this regard,” he said. At present operation Zarb-e-Azb is being recognized as the biggest counter terror offensive being conducted against terrorism by a single country in the world, he said. The spokesman added that it would continue till the target is achieved.

Dr Asim remanded into NAB custody for fourth time

KARACHI: An accountability court on Wednesday extended the physical remand of Dr Asim Hussain in the custody of National Accountability Bureau (NAB) till February 9.

The court extended the remand for the fourth time after he was presented before it by the NAB authorities on the expiry of the previous remand

موٹروہیکل قانون میں ترمیم، حادثات کا شکار افراد کو معاوضہ دیا جائیگا

کراچی،سندھ اسمبلی میں 387 سال بعد موٹروہیکل کے قانون میں ترمیم کردی گئی ہے۔ قانون میں ترمیم کے بعد ٹریفک حادثے کا شکار ہونیوالے افراد کو معاوٖضہ دیا جائے گا۔ قانون میں ترمیم کے بعد ٹریفک حادثے میں انسانی جان ضائع ہونے پر ڈھائی لاکھ روپے معاوضہ دیا جائے گا۔ ، دانت ٹوٹنے پر 12ہزار پورے دانت ٹوٹنے پر 50ہزار دئیے جائیں گے۔ انگوٹھا ضائع ہونے پر40ہزار روپے معاوضہ ملے گا، قانون کے مطابق حادثے کا ذمہ دار معاوضے کی رقم ادا کرے گا

Punjab schools to remain closed till Jan 31

LAHORE: The Punjab government on late Monday night announced that all public and private schools across the province would remain closed until January 31 (Sunday), as a fresh cold wave gripped parts of the region.

The decision was announced by the spokesman for the provincial government.

But the delay in the announcement caused inconvenience for many schoolchildren and their parents, who got to know about the announcement only after they brought their little ones to schools on Tuesday morning.

Balochistan: FC kills four criminals in encounter

KARACHI: The Frontier Corps (FC) killed four accused in Vander area of Balochistan on Tuesday morning.

According to the security sources, exchange of fire between the FC and criminals took place in Vander where four accused were killed.

The identity of the criminals could not be ascertained. The dead bodies have been shifted to Karachi.

Large quantity of weapons was seized from possession of the accused.

Army Chief rebuffs speculations about extension in service -

RAWALPINDI: The Chief of Army Staff, General Raheel Sharif has rebuffed speculations about extension in his service, saying that he will retire on due date.

In a message on twitters, Director General Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR), Lt-Gen. Asim Bajwa said, speculations about extension in the service of the Army Chief were baseless.

He quoted General Raheel as saying, "Pakistan Army is a great institution. I don’t believe in extension and will retire on due date.”

ATC issues arrest warrants for MQM leaders again

KARACHI:  Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) on Monday again issued arrest warrants for Muttahida Quami Movement (MQM) Chief and other leaders Dr Farooq Satttar, Khalid Maqbool Siddiqui, Khawaja Izhar and others in provocative speech case. -

Can’t even think about marrying Imran; he’s like my father: Meera -

LAHORE: Film star Meera, who is adept at the art of staying in news headlines, has taken another u-turn, as she discovers a new relation with Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader Imran Khan. 

After appearing before a court which is conducting the hearing in a case in connection with her alleged marriage, Meera has now likened Imran Khan to a father figure, saying there is no way she can ever think about tying the knot with the former skipper. 

“Imran Khan is like my father, I can’t even think about marrying him,” Meera told media men here. 

However, Meera had earlier expressed the wish that if Imran Khan came forward with a proposal of marriage, she would be excited to exchange vows with him

US East Coast blizzard brings New York, Washington to standstill -

A blizzard that has paralyzed much of the U.S. East Coast intensified on Saturday, bringing the nation's capital to a standstill and forcing the closure of roads, bridges and tunnels into New York, the largest city in the country. 

Imran surprised over lifting ban on Houbara Bustard

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chief Imran khan has stated that he had never thought hunting of the endangered Houbara Bustard would become a pillar of Pakistan’s foreign policy.

Polling underway for LG elections in Badin, Sanghar -

SANGHAR/BADIN: Polling for Local Government elections in district Sanghar and Badin is underway today (Saturday). Polling began at 7:30AM and will continue till 5:30PM without any interval.

Dense fog disrupts road traffic across Punjab, Peshawar -

LAHORE: Dense fog engulfed several parts of Punjab and Peshawar causing road traffic disruption.

The dense fog blanketed Peshawar and outskirts. The visibility recorded on GT Road and Motorway was 15 meter to 20 meter while in Swabi Mardan and Charsadda visibility was very low.

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Two Elite Force personnel martyred in Peshawar firing -

PESHAWAR:  Two Elite Force personnel were martyred on Friday as unidentified gunmen opened fire on them in Rashid Garhi area within the limits of Yakatoot police station. 

The victims were identified as Farhan and Shahzeb. Police said both the victims belong to Mardan.

Kiwis crush Pakistan by 95 runs to clinch T20 series

WELLINGTON: New Zealand crushed Pakistan by 95 runs in the third and final Twenty20 in Wellington to wrap up the series 2-1.

The Pakistani put up a dismal performance with the bat yet again, with wickets falling early and the entire team sent packing for just 101 runs in chase of a 197-run target.

The team had lost 4 wickets in just the first four overs, five wickets by the eighth over, and 7 wickets by the 11th over, with the entire team being bowled out in just the 16th over

COAS visits Bacha Khan University, Charsadda hospital -

CHARSADDA: The Chief of Army Staff, General Raheel Sharif visited Bacha Khan University, where militants martyred at least 19 people on Wednesday.

The Army Chief met the Law Enforcement Agencies (LEAs) and the troops who carried out the operation and killed the terrorists. He also appreciated timely response by the security forces.

Later, Gen. Raheel visited Charsadda hospital and inquired after the health of injured.

He also expressed deep grief over the loss of lives, saying “Our heart goes out to bereaved families of shaheeds (martyrs) for this irreparable loss.”

20 martyred as militants storm Bacha Khan university in Charsadda -

CHARSADDA: At least 20 people including four security guards, two students, a professor and a police man were martyred and 20 others sustained injuries when armed militants stormed Bacha Khan University in Charsadda on Wednesday morning, rescue sources said.

The militants, using the cover of thick, wintry fog, scaled the walls of the university, before entering buildings and opening fire on students and teachers in classrooms and hostels, police said.

Federal Minister for Defence, Khawaja Asif confirmed 20 deaths and as many injured.

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Masood Azhar not arrested sans lead, reason: Khawaja Asif -

ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Defence, Khawaja Asif on Tuesday said chief of the proscribed Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) Maulana Masood Azhar was not taken into custody without any lead or reason. - 

PM, Army Chief in Tehran on peace mission

TEHRAN: Pakistan’s Middle East peace mission has entered its second phase as Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif and Chief of Army Staff General Raheel Sharif arrived in Tehran on Tuesday. After holding talks with Saudi leadership, PM Nawaz and COAS Gen. Raheel arrived here to discuss the peace recommendations with the Iranian leaders to end Saudi-Iran stand off. The Premier held meetings with Saudi King Salman bin AbdulAziz Al Saud and discussed issues of international and regional importance on Monday.

Pak-China Business Conference opens in Islamabad

ISLAMABAD: A five-day Pakistan-China Business Friendship Conference began in Islamabad on Monday. The conference has been organized by Ministry of Commerce in collaboration with the Board of Investment and Trade Development Authority of Pakistan. Inaugurating the Conference, Minister for Commerce Khurram Dastgir Khan said improved law and order situation in Pakistan will attract foreign investment. -

PM, COAS meet Saudi king, discuss Riyadh-Tehran stand off -

RIYADH: Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif and Chief of Army Staff General Raheel Sharif on Monday discussed the Saudi-Iran stand off with Saudi King Salman bin Abdulaziz during a meeting held here in Riyadh. Pakistan’s National Security Advisor Nasir Khan Janjua and Prime Minister’s Special Assistant Tariq Fatemi were also present in the meeting while the Saudi King was accompanied by his cabinet members. -

Qaim Ali Shah vows to root out terrorism

KARACHI: Sindh Chief Minister Syed Qaim Ali Shah has vowed to root out terrorism and claimed that crime has come down by 80 percent in the port city.

Addressing a passing out ceremony of Sindh Police here Saturday, Sindh Chief Minister praised police, saying that police played key role in eliminating terrorism.

PM, Army Chief to visit Saudi Arabia, Iran on Monday

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif and Chief of Army Staff General Raheel Sharif will visit Saudi Arabia and Iran on Monday to reduce diplomatic tension between two brotherly countries.

Sources at the Prime Minister House said, that PM Nawaz Sharif will have meetings with Iranian President Hassan Rouhani and Saudi King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud during his emergency visit.

Women get permits to drive tuk-tuks in Mumbai

MUMBAI: Hundreds of women in the Indian city of Mumbai have won permits to drive auto-rickshaws, or tuk-tuks, through a lottery aimed at encouraging more women to take the wheel.

At least 467 women in the Mumbai metropolitan region and about 100 more in the western Maharashtra state received the permits this week, and could be driving their three-wheeled vehicles in a couple of months, said Rajendra Navale, assistant Regional Transport Officer.

Steering committee to review progress on CPEC project

ISLAMABAD: A steering committee, headed by Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif, has been formed to review progress on the implementation on China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) project.

Chief Ministers of all the four provinces will be the members of the committee, which would meet every three months to review the progress.

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Magnitude 6.7 quake jolts northern Japan

TOKYO: A magnitude 6.7 earthquake struck just off Japan's northernmost main island of Hokkaido on Thursday, Japan's Meteorological Agency said.

No tsunami warning was issued and NHK national television said that while there might be some changes in sea level, no tsunami damage was expected.

There were no immediate reports of damage.

No irregularities were reported at Hokkaido Electric Power's Tomari nuclear plant and Tohoku Electric Power's Higashidori nuclear plant in northern Japan, both of which have been kept shut pending stringent safety checks following the Fukushima disaster, spokesmen at both firms said.

India welcomes Pakistan’s action against Jaish-e-Muhammad

NEW DELHI: Foreign Secretaries of India and Pakistan have agreed to reschedule their talks to ‘very near future’, Indian Foreign Office has said.

Indian Foreign Office Spokesman Vikas Swarup, while briefing the media here Thursday said, “New Delhi welcomes investigation carried out by Pakistan over information provided by New Delhi in Pathankot attack.”

Geo News reporter Wali Babar remembered on 5th death anniversary

KARACHI: Geo News reporter Wali Khan Babar was murdered in cold blood five years ago on January 13, 2011 on his way back home from office. The culprits did not stop there. In an attempt to erase the traces of their crime, they killed six more people afterwards including the witnesses and a lawyer. -

Grenade attack on ARY’s DSNG van in Islamabad, one hurt -

ISLAMABAD: An employee of ARY TV channel sustained injuries when its office came under a hand grenade and fire attack in Islamabad on Wednesday. According to sources, the masked attackers hurled a hand grenade and then opened fire at the office of ARY TV channel in Islamabad.

US-led coalition conducts 23 strikes against Daesh: US military

WASHINGTON: The United States and its allies conducted 23 strikes against Daesh in Iraq and Syria on Monday, the coalition leading the operations said in a statement. Four strikes in three cities in Syria wounded two fighters, hit a tactical unit and destroyed two Daesh buildings, the US-led coalition said in a statement released early Tuesday. - See more at: http://www.thenews.com.pk/latest/89807-US-led-coalition-conducts-23-strikes-against-Daesh-US-military#sthash.ciYV6SRH.dpuf

Army Chief visits Punjab Regimental Centre Mardan

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RAWALPINDI: Chief of Army Staff (COAS), General Raheel Sharif on Tuesday visited Punjab Regimental Centre Mardan. According to Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR), Lieutenant General Shahid Baig Mirza, Military Secretary was installed Colonel Commandant of Punjab Regiment. General Raheel Sharif, COAS pinned the badges of rank at a ceremony held at Punjab Regimental Centre, Mardan. Later, COAS also interacted with veterans, Commanders, soldiers of the regiment and relatives of Shahuada.

Workers remittances up 6.26% to $9.7 bn in first half of FY16

ISLAMABAD: Overseas Pakistani workers remitted $9.735 billion in the first six months (July - December) of Fiscal Year 2015-16, showing a growth of 6.26 percent compared with $9.162 billion received during the same period in the preceding year. - See more at: http://www.thenews.com.pk/latest/89550-Workers-remittances-up-626-to-97-bn-in-first-half-of-FY16#sthash.58UyZBLG.dpuf

MPA hostel to have beauty parlor for ladies: Agha Siraj

KARACHI: Speaker Sindh Assembly, Agha Siraj Durrani on Monday announced that the MPA hostel which is presently in construction phase will also have a beauty parlor for women members and a salon for males.  -  f

Akhtar Mengal accuses govt of hiding CPEC agreements, MoUs

ISLAMABAD: Leader of Balochistan National Party, Sardar Akhtar Mengal while claiming that agreements and MoUs under China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) are being concealed said without Gwadar there will be no CPEC and Chinese investment.

Talking to media persons at the residence of Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam-Fazl (JUI-F) leader Maulana Fazl-ur-Rehman, the BNP leader his party is sensing the lack of transparency in CPEC. “Maps and agreements (under CPEC) are being hidden,” he added.

Saudi Defence Minister welcomed at arrival in Islamabad

ISLAMABAD: The Deputy Crown Prince and Minister for Defence of Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Mohammad bin Salman Al-Saud, arrived in Islamabad on Sunday on a day-long official visit.

Minister of Defence Khwaja Muhammad Asif, Prime Minister's Adviser on Foreign Affairs Sartaj Aziz, and other officials received the guest on his arrival at Nur Khan Base here in the federal capital.

The Deputy Crown Prince is scheduled to meet with Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif and Pakistan's top military leadership during his visit.

The Saudi defence minister will also hold talks with his Pakistani counterpart over the prevailing situation in the Middle East and the Saudi-led 34-nation military coalition to combat terrorism.

The Saudi defence minister's visit follows a two-day visit by the Saudi Foreign Minister Adel bin Ahmed Al-Jubeir to Pakistan last week.

Saudi Defence Minister visits Islamabad tomorrow

ISLAMABAD: The Deputy Crown Prince and Minister for Defence of Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Mohammad bin Salman will visit Pakistan on Sunday, official sources said.
Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Asif will receive him upon his arrival at Nur Khan Base.
Sources said Saudi Defence minister will held meetings with key personalities in Pakistan.
He will discuss with Pakistani leaders Saudi-led 34-nation coalition against terrorism besides prevailing situation in the Middle East.

Two target killers among 17 arrested in Karachi

KARACHI: Karachi police claimed to have apprehended 17 suspects including two target killers and a robber in different raids during the last 24 hours.
On a tip-off, police conducted a raid at the Kalakot area and arrested two alleged target killers whose identity was not disclosed. The police also claimed to have recovered weapons from their possession.
Separately, the local police conducted different raids in Baldia Town and arrested 14 alleged drug peddlers.
Meanwhile, residents of Golimaar Chorangi caught a robber after foiling a robbery bid, pounced and assaulted him before handing him over to police.
According to the local, three accomplices of the robber fled the scene after a large number of people gathered there.
Police have registered cases and started investigations.

Pakistan forex reserves fall to $20.810 bn

KARACHI: Pakistan´s foreign exchange reserves fell to $20.810 billion in the week ending Jan 1, compared with $21.073 billion the previous week, according to State Bank of Pakistan.

Remittances from Pakistanis abroad rose 7.57 percent to $8.098 billion in the first five months of 2015/16 fiscal year, from $7.528 billion during the same period last year.

The fiscal year runs from July to June.

Pakistan extends help to India to completely eliminate terrorism

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif on Friday chaired a high-level meeting and discussed Pathankot incident.

The meeting attended by Chief of Army Staff General Raheel Sharif, DG ISI Lt-Gen Rizwan Akhtar, Interior Minister Chaudhry Nisar Ali Khan, Advisor to PM on Foreign Affairs Sartaj Aziz, National Security Advisor Lt-Gen (retd) Nasser Janjua, Finance Minister Ishaq Dar, Foreign Secretary and DG Military Operations, discussed Pathankot incident and reiterated Pakistan’s commitment to cooperate with India to completely eliminate terrorism afflicting the region.

In line with Pakistan’s commitment to effectively counter and eradicate terrorism, the meeting reviewed progress made on the information provided by the government of India on the incident. It was decided to remain in touch with the government of India in this regard.

The meeting expressed the confidence that building on the goodwill generated by the recent high-level contacts, the two countries would remain committed to a sustained, meaningful and comprehensive dialogue process.

Court issues non-bailable arrest warrants for 9 MQM leaders

KARACHI: A court in Karachi on Wednesday issued non-bailable arrest warrants for nine Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) leaders for violating the loudspeaker act. 

Challan agKARACHI: A court in Karachi on Wednesday issued non-bailable arrest warrants for nine Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) leaders for violating the loudspeaker act. 

Challan against Farooq Sattar, Waseem Akhtar and Haider Abbas Rizvi among others was submitted in the court of Judicial Magistrate East today. 

It was told that the case was lodged against the MQM leaders including Faisal Sabzawari, Kanwar Navid Jameel, Mohammad Hussain, Kamal Pasha, Nasreen Jalil and Khalid Maqbool Siddiqui at Soldier Bazaar Police Station and all suspects were absconders. 

- See more at: http://www.thenews.com.pk/latest/86841-Court-issues-non-bailable-arrest-warrants-for-9-MQM-leaders#sthash.nVNN3cEY.dpufainst Farooq Sattar, Waseem Akhtar and Haider Abbas Rizvi among others was submitted in the court of Judicial Magistrate East today. 

It was told that the case was lodged against the MQM leaders including Faisal Sabzawari, Kanwar Navid Jameel, Mohammad Hussain, Kamal Pasha, Nasreen Jalil and Khalid Maqbool Siddiqui at Soldier Bazaar Police Station and all suspects were absconders. 

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A delicate balance

Ominous clouds are forming over the Gulf and Pakistan — for a variety of reasons — we must find middle ground and not take sides in the brewing Saudi-Iranian conflict.
There was a cautious note in Sartaj Aziz’s words when he addressed the National Assembly on Tuesday regarding the issue.
A day earlier, the government had been criticised in parliament for failing to outline a clear policy on the Gulf crisis by members of various parties.

Police arrest three suspected terrorists in DIK

DERA ISMAIL KHAN: The police have arrested three suspected terrorists in Dera Ismail Khan.

On a tip-off, police and intelligence agencies conducted a raid and apprehended three terrorists belonging to banned militant organization.

Police have recovered two bombs, weapons, explosives and other materials from them.

The accused have been shifted to undisclosed location for further investigations.

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Nawaz telephones Modi, assures support in Pathankot attack probe

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif on Tuesday called his Indian counterpart Narendra Modi and assured Pakistan’s assistance in the probe in terrorist attack on Pathankot airbase, in which seven security men were killed and more than 20 injured.

According to Indian media, both the leaders also discussed situation arising out of the terrorist attack on a heavily-fortified Indian military airbase.

Earlier, Indian National Security Advisor contacted his Pakistani counterpart Gen. (Retd) Nasir Janjua and welcomed Pakistan’s statement in which it had condemned attack on the airbase.

Meanwhile, Indian Defence Minister Manohar Parrikar said on Tuesday that six militants who attacked the airbase have been confirmed killed.

However, he added that that a four-day-old operation to secure the compound was still under way.

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