Bringing Dr Aafia back An interior ministry official said recommendations are ready to be taken up by the federal cabinet in its next meeting. Updated 25 Jul, 2013 09:48pm
Will President Zardari stay in Pakistan post-retirement? Two factors that indicate this is possible are security threats as well as corruption cases against the president. Published 13 Jul, 2013 02:56pm
No executions in Pakistan until President Zardari retires: aide Spokesman Farhatullah Babar confirmed President Zardari would prolong the matter until he retires on September 8. Published 08 Jul, 2013 09:01pm
Rapes cases: Bill calls for making DNA tests mandatory The bill, expected to be taken up in the Sindh Assembly's next session, seeks DNA tests of the accused and the victims. Updated 06 Jul, 2013 12:14am
Imran Farooq murder: British police await access to suspects in Pakistan “Both sides are keeping it secret due to sensitivity of the issue. Pakistan govt has not yet responded to the request.” Updated 30 Jun, 2013 05:15am
‘Superstitious’ Zardari delays diplomatic formalities Upon his Pir’s advice, the president has twice delayed ceremony where eight envoys were to present their credentials. Published 25 Jun, 2013 11:48pm
Past comes back to haunt Gilani loyalists Several NA officers inducted by Gilani face legal notices for their alleged “illegal and unconstitutional” appointments. Published 19 Jun, 2013 05:08pm
DNA evidence in rape cases: For religious leaders, it's still a question mark The Council of Islamic Ideology defends its position, but MPA Sharmila Farooqi and Barrister Salman Akram Raja disagree. Updated 15 Jun, 2013 03:55pm
Nawaz to rein in bureaucracy via powerful Sethi ISLAMABAD: Soon after assuming power, Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif is contemplating on making strategic changes in ... Updated 14 Jun, 2013 01:03pm
Ahmadis face discrimination even in death A signboard dangling outside the house of the cemetery's gravedigger reads: “It’s prohibited to bury Mirzais here.” Published 11 Jun, 2013 08:00pm
India appoints new High Commissioner to Pakistan Dr Raghavan, who previously served as deputy high commissioner in Islamabad 2003-2007, will take office by end of June. Published 06 Jun, 2013 07:22pm
PM Sharif’s convoy stopped to let Army chief pass Who is the real power wielder in Pakistan: the Prime Minister or the Army chief? Published 05 Jun, 2013 09:10pm
Live from Parliament: Nawaz elected PM with 244 votes Dawn.com covers today's National Assembly proceedings for the election of the new leader of the House. Published 05 Jun, 2013 05:06pm
Four priority areas for Nawaz Sharif In his inaugural speech prime minister-in-waiting Mian Nawaz Sharif would dwell upon four major areas. Updated 05 Jun, 2013 12:20am
Stop religious discrimination, drone attacks: Debutant MNAs Several young debutant Members of the National Assembly are poised to challenge the set norms and mindsets. Updated 05 Jun, 2013 11:09am
Did Pasha have a role in Nisar’s defeat? ISLAMABAD: Ironman of the Pakistan Muslim League – Nawaz (PML-N), Chaudhry Nisar Ali Khan, holds former... Published 04 Jun, 2013 02:05pm
Chaudhry Nisar’s influence fading away? Some adverse poll results have strengthened the “Lahori group” in comparison with the all powerful Nisar. Published 02 Jun, 2013 07:51pm
MQM holds key of Opposition Leader’s Office ISLAMABAD: It’s going to be Altaf Bhai to decide who might possibly get the prized slot of the Opposition Leader ... Updated 01 Jun, 2013 09:19pm
PML-N begins hunt for shaky Senators Sources told Dawn.com that two senators have discussed formation of a forward bloc with a close aide of Nawaz Sharif. Published 31 May, 2013 08:32pm
For the watchmen of justice, seeking truth can be fatal The death of the chief prosecutor in the BB murder case reflects just how perilous involvement in high-profile cases is. Published 30 May, 2013 07:20pm
