Lahore SHOs facilitating drug, prostitution rackets: ReportOctober 10th, 2009 LAHORE - Many police stations in Lahore are accepting bribes to let prostitution rackets and drug dealers operate freely, an inside report has revealed. According to a departmental report prepared on the direction of Lahore CCPO, prostitution is at its peak in the areas falling under the jurisdiction of Qila Gujjar Singh, Gawalmandi, Naulakha and Gulberg police stations.
Oz couple marry with 'man of honour' beside bride, 'groomschicks' backing up groom!September 27th, 2009 MELBOURNE - Brisbane couple Rob and Kate Trenchard married on Friday with a "man of honour" beside the bride, and "groomschicks" backing up the groom. According to reports, they wanted their best mates, regardless of their gender, to step into the coveted roles of maid of honour and groomsmen.
Pak military involved in mass 'extra judicial' killings in Swat ?September 15th, 2009 NEW YORK - While the Pakistan Army has claimed success in its offensive against the Taliban in the Swat and Malakand Divisions by killing scores of militants, human rights activists and local residents have blamed the security forces of carrying out indiscriminate killings in the region. Recently hundreds of bodies were dumped onto the streets in Mingora.
South Asia Media Commission condemns TV journalists' killing in PakAugust 28th, 2009 LAHORE - The South Asia Media Commission (SAMC) has strongly condemned the recent killings of two TV journalists by alleged Taliban militants in the North Western Frontier Province. Peshawar bureau chief for Afghanistan's Shamshad Television, Janullah Hashimzada, was shot dead in the Khyber Pass, near the town of Jamrud in Khyber Agency.
Lahore commissioner blames RAW for Punjab unrestAugust 7th, 2009 LAHORE - Lahore Commissioner Khusro Pervez has blamed India's Research and Analysis Wing (RAW) for the Punjab unrest. The Daily Times quoted Pervez, as saying that the recent anti-Christian riots in Gojra, Sheikhupura and the attack on the Rescue 15 building in Lahore were orchestrated by the RAW.
Lahore Police claims arresting RAW agentJuly 12th, 2009 LAHORE - The Lahore Police has claimed arresting an agent of the Research and Analysis Wing (RAW), India's premier secret services organization. Lahore Police officials said they have arrested a man, Nazir Hussain, who was trying to smuggle Pakistan-made weapons to India.
Security agency buildings, hotels under terror threat in LahoreJune 20th, 2009 LAHORE - The Lahore Commissioner, Khusro Pervaiz, has warned that the militants could target some strategically important buildings in the city. Pervaiz said that the terrorists are on the look out for the right opportunity to carry out terror strikes on the offices of law-enforcement agencies and top hotels located here.
Taliban claim responsibility for Lahore blastMay 28th, 2009 ISLAMABAD - The Taliban have claimed responsibility for the suicide bomb attack in Lahore Wednesday that killed at least 23 people, a US-based Islamic militant monitoring group has said. The SITE Intelligence Group said that the Tehreek-e-Taliban militants made the claim in a statement posted on Turkish jihadist websites, Geo TV reported Thursday.
Hospitals barred from discharging those injured in Lahore blastMay 27th, 2009 LAHORE - The police have barred hospitals in Lahore from discharging those injured in a car bomb blast Wednesday that killed an estimated 40 people and wounded over 100. The wounded people would be released after investigations, police sources told Geo TV.
UN chief condemns Lahore bomb blastMay 27th, 2009 NEW YORK - UN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon condemned Wednesday the bomb attack that killed at least 40 people in the Pakistani city of Lahore. "No cause can justify such indiscriminate terrorist violence," Ban said in a statement.
Blast in LahoreMay 27th, 2009 LAHORE - A blast shook Pakistan's Lahore city Wednesday morning, a media report said. The explosion was on Mall Road near Lahore High Court, Geo TV reported.
US mulls appointing inspector general for Pak to keep track of financial aidApril 17th, 2009 LAHORE - The United States has already made it clear that the financial aid to Pakistan would not go unchecked, and now strengthening its 'no blank cheque' stance the Obama Administration is considering appointing a special Inspector General for Pakistan to supervise its proposed aid on the lines of Iraq and Afghanistan. According to The Daily Times, the Special Inspector General for Iraq Reconstruction, Stuart Bowen, has proposed setting up of the office to ensure that Washington's aid is spent according to its priorities.
18 militants enter Lahore to carry out attack on important locationsApril 7th, 2009 LAHORE - Pakistan Intelligence agencies have warned that at least 18 militants have entered Lahore to carry out more attacks. According to The Daily Times, terrorists could use an ambulance and two double-cabin vehicles to strike at important locations.
Siege ends in Lahore: mediaMarch 30th, 2009 LAHORE - The terror siege of the police training academy on the outskirts of this Pakistani city ended Monday afternoon. Pakistani commandos fired in the air in celebration, media reports said.
Lahore church holds special prayers on Pakistan DayMarch 24th, 2009 LAHORE - The Cathedral Church here held special prayers on Monday on the occasion of Pakistan Day. The Bishop of Lahore, Dr Alexander John Malik, prayed for the solidarity, progress and prosperity of Pakistan.
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