Resumption of talks
The very fact that it was India that took the initiative for the resumption of talks signalled a rethink by New Delhi and a reversal of its own intransigent stance for more than a year. — Photo by AFP
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US govt forwards $1.45bn aid for Pakistan
The 15-page spending plan said the Obama administration was working closely with Pakistan’s government to design “high-impact” projects in energy, agriculture, water and education and to improve services and economic opportunities for people in areas susceptible to extremism. —File Photo ...
8.8-magnitude earthquake hits Chile, 214 dead
A damaged new office building after a major earthquake struck in Concepcion is seen in this video grab. A massive magnitude-8.8 earthquake struck south-central Chile early on Saturday, knocking down homes and hospitals, and triggering a tsunami. –Reuters Photo/TVN
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President saddened by Chile quake, conveys solidarity
President Zardari conveyed solidarity of the people and govt of Pakistan with Chilean President Michelle Bachelet. -File Photo
ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari expressing his deep grief over the loss of lives caused by a severe earthquake in Chile.
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Consultations being held for Hindu marriage law
“We have already held three meetings with representatives of these minorities and hopefully the bill would be presented before the National Assembly within the next three months,” said Federal Minister for Minorities Shahbaz Bhatti.
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