RAW funded 21-member farari gang surrenders

RAWALPINDI, Mar 21 (APP): Baloch Sub Nationalist Farari Commander along with 20 accomplices surrendered to Pakistan Rangers Punjab. Surrendered Farari commander informed that they had been funded and supported by Research and Analysis Wing (RAW) of India through Brahamdagh Bugti, media release by Inter Services Public Relations here on Tuesday stated. He added that they were kept misinformed and fed… Continue reading RAW funded 21-member farari gang surrenders

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European Union hails PM decision for reopening of Pak-Afghan border

ISLAMABAD, Mar 21 (APP): The European Union and its member states represented in Pakistan welcomed the decision of Prime Minister Muhammad Nawaz Sharif to reopen the border between Pakistan and Afghanistan. “We hope this can be a step towards the further strengthening of relations between the two countries which will benefit peace and stability in the region” a statement issued here… Continue reading European Union hails PM decision for reopening of Pak-Afghan border

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Pakistan, Korean Exim bank sign loan agreement for IT park

ISLAMABAD, Mar 21 (APP): Government of Pakistan and Korean Exim Bank signed loan agreement on Tuesday for a new information technology park in Islamabad. Total project cost is US $ 88.383 million including loan of US $ 76.3 million from Korean Exim Bank under the Economic Development Cooperation Framework (EDCF) arrangement. Secretary Economic Affairs Division… Continue reading Pakistan, Korean Exim bank sign loan agreement for IT park

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Pakistan, Saudi Arabia stood by each other in testing times: PM

ISLAMABAD, Mar 21 (APP): Prime Minister Muhammad Nawaz Sharif on Tuesday said Pakistan and Saudi Arabia have always stood by each other in testing times and the people of Pakistan deeply value their strong bonds with the Saudi Kingdom. He was talking to Ambassador of Saudi Arabia, Abdullah Marzouk who made a farewell call on… Continue reading Pakistan, Saudi Arabia stood by each other in testing times: PM

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‘The Pakistan Climate Change Bill 2017’ to mitigate environmental threats

ISLAMABAD, Mar 21 (APP): Minister for Climate Change Zahid Hamid said the Pakistan Climate Change Bill, 2017 has been passed to mitigate environmental threats and prevent future calamities. While addressing the workshop “Forging Partnership for Climate Change Compatible Development” organized by LEAD, Minister Zahid Hamid said the legislation was passed to meet the country’s obligations… Continue reading ‘The Pakistan Climate Change Bill 2017’ to mitigate environmental threats

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Foreign teams to participate in Balijee international bridge championship

LAHORE, Mar 21 (APP): One foreign team from Kuwait and one player from India will take part in the Balijee International Bridge Championship, to be held from March 23 at the Lahore Gymkhana Card Room. This was stated by Ihsan Qadir, internationally recognised tournament director at a press conference. The event was also attended and… Continue reading Foreign teams to participate in Balijee international bridge championship

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PM’s directive: Rs 553 mln disbursed on Int’l Forest Day

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ISLAMABAD, Mar 21 (APP): On the directive of Prime Minister Muhammad Nawaz Sharif, the first tranche of Green Pakistan funds to the tune of Rs. 553 million has been disbursed to provinces, Azad Jammu and Kashmir, Gilgit Baltistan and FATA on the eve of International Forest Day. “The funds will be used to undertake afforestation across… Continue reading PM’s directive: Rs 553 mln disbursed on Int’l Forest Day

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Japan provides assistance to improve health facilities in Rawalpindi

ISLAMABAD, Mar 21 (APP): The Government of Japan provides assistance worth US$ 83,230 to Al Mustafa Trust for the provision of better health facilities to the disadvantaged communities in Rawalpindi The Government of Japan has extended the grant for installing new medical equipment at its medical center in Chaklala, Rawalpindi to better serve the underprivileged… Continue reading Japan provides assistance to improve health facilities in Rawalpindi

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Pakistan keeps on making efforts for resumption of Commission level talks

ISLAMABAD, Mar 21 (APP): Defence Analyst Dr. Muhammad Khan has said that the dialogue of any nature especially resumption of commission level talks between the two neighbouring countries of India and Pakistan must be appreciated. Talking to Radio Pakistan , he said it will lead to solution of all major issues and Pakistan has always urged… Continue reading Pakistan keeps on making efforts for resumption of Commission level talks

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Foreign exchange rates

KARACHI, Mar 21 (APP): The Exchange Rates Committee of Financial Markets Association of Pakistan issued the following exchange rates bulletin, here on Tuesday. LIBOR FOR CALCULATING INTEREST ON SPECIAL US DOLLAR BONDS VIDE SBP F.E. CIRCULAR NO.42 & 21.07.98 & 04.08.98 RESPECTIVELY. LIBOR VALUE 6 MONTHS US DOLLAR 1.4316 21.03.17 CONVERSION RATES FOR 21ST MARCH 2017 FOR… Continue reading Foreign exchange rates

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UN rights chief urges governments to target hate speech, crime

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UNITED NATIONS, March 20 (APP): The United Nations human rights chief Monday reminded governments around the world that they have a legal obligation to stop hate speech and hate crimes, and called on people everywhere to “stand up for someone’s rights.” “Politics of division and the rhetoric of intolerance are targeting racial, ethnic, linguistic and religious… Continue reading UN rights chief urges governments to target hate speech, crime

PM wants Pakistan to be environmentally responsible country

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ISLAMABAD, March 20 (APP): Prime Minister Muhammad Nawaz Sharif has said that he wanted to see Pakistan as one of the leading environmentally responsible nations in the world through a mix of green sector policy reforms and increased tree cover. In his message on ‘International Day of Forests’ being observed on Tuesday (March 21) the prime… Continue reading PM wants Pakistan to be environmentally responsible country

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Afghanistan should take measures to address concerns of Pakistan: Zakria

ISLAMABAD, March 20 (APP): Foreign Office Spokesperson Nafees Zakria on Monday said Afghanistan should take measures to address the concerns of Pakistan regarding terrorist elements. Talking to a private news channel, he said there were elements using the soil of Afghanistan for terrorist activities in Pakistan. He said Prime Minister Muhammad Nawaz Sharif had ordered… Continue reading Afghanistan should take measures to address concerns of Pakistan: Zakria

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UN hails PM Sharif’s order for immediate reopening of Pakistan-Afghan border

UNITED NATIONS, March 21 (APP): The United Nations Monday welcomed Pakistan Prime Minister Muhammad Nawaz Sharif’s decision to order the immediate reopening of the Pak-Afghan border, more than a month after it was closed following the deadly Sehwan blast said to have been carried out by cross-border terrorists. “We welcome the reopening of the border… Continue reading UN hails PM Sharif’s order for immediate reopening of Pakistan-Afghan border

Shehbaz Sharif inaugurates Feeder Bus Service in City

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LAHORE, March 20 (APP): Punjab Chief Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif inaugurated Lahore Feeder Bus Service in Model Town on Monday. Addressing the inaugural ceremony, the chief minister said with the inauguration of Feeder Bus Service 200 air conditioned busses would ply from 6 AM in morning to 11 pm at night on 14 Feeder Routes.… Continue reading Shehbaz Sharif inaugurates Feeder Bus Service in City

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Pakistan Day’s week-long celebration starts at PNCA

ISLAMABAD March 20 (APP): A week-long ‘Pakistan Culture Week‘ programmes started at Pakistan National Council of the Arts (PNCA), arranged in connection with Pakistan Day celebrations. Director General PNCA Syed Jamal Shah in his welcome remarks, said the PNCA has planned a week-long Pakistan Day Celebrations from March 20 to March 26. He said the… Continue reading Pakistan Day’s week-long celebration starts at PNCA

Dar chairs meeting to review economic reforms

APP60-20 ISLAMABAD: March 20 – Finance Minister, Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar chairing a meeting to review the status of Economic Reforms. APP

ISLAMABAD, March 20 (APP): Finance Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar on Monday chaired a meeting here to review the progress of various economic reforms being carried out by the government. He reviewed the ongoing structural reforms in key areas of the economy, including energy sector, public sector enterprises and investment climate. Finance Secretary Tariq Bajwa… Continue reading Dar chairs meeting to review economic reforms

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3-day picture exhibition on Pakistan Movement to be held on March 21

ISLAMABAD, March 20 (APP): In the wake of Pakistan Day celebrations, a three-day photographic exhibition to be held on Tuesday, March 21, at Awian-e-Quid, F-9 Park Islamabad. The event would be organized by the Directorate of Electronic Media and Publications (DEMP) – an attached Department of Ministry of Information and Broadcasting and National Heritage. The… Continue reading 3-day picture exhibition on Pakistan Movement to be held on March 21

Govt takes steps to reduce dependence upon foreign, domestic loans: Dar

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ISLAMABAD, March 20 (APP): Minister for Finance, Revenue, Economic Affairs, Statistics and Privatization Muhammad Ishaq Dar on Monday said several steps had been taken by the government to reduce dependence upon foreign and domestic loans. The minister, in a written reply in the National Assembly, said fiscal consolidation remained on track as fiscal deficit continued… Continue reading Govt takes steps to reduce dependence upon foreign, domestic loans: Dar

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