India beats Pakistan-I in ACBS Snooker’s semi

KARACHI, May 25 (APP):India overpowered Pakistan-I Wednesday in ACBS Team Event Snooker Championship which began on May 23 at Abu Dhabi. According to the information made available by Pakistan Billiard and Snooker Association (PBSA), Pakistan-I, comprising Muhammad Asif and Asjad Iqbal, lost to India in semi-finals. India outwitted Pakistan-I by 3-0 with frames scores of 73-16, 83-25, 92-08. The… Continue reading India beats Pakistan-I in ACBS Snooker’s semi

Mainly very hot, dry weather expected; rain-thunderstorm likely in Kashmir

ISLAMABAD, May 25 (APP): Mainly, very hot and dry weather is expected in most parts of the country however, rain-thunderstorm is likely at one or two places in Kashmir and its adjoining hilly areas during next 24 hours. Seasonal low pressure area lies over north Balochistan and its adjoining areas. A westerly wave is still affecting Kashmir and… Continue reading Mainly very hot, dry weather expected; rain-thunderstorm likely in Kashmir

Parliamentary Committee on Panama Papers holds first meeting

ISLAMABAD, May 25 (APP): The first meeting of Parliamentary Committee, constituted to formulate Terms of References (ToRs) on Panama Papers, was held in the presence of Speaker National Assembly, Sardar Ayaz Sadiq here on Wednesday. Leader of the Opposition in National Assembly, Syed Khursheed Ahmad Shah was also present. The Committee unanimously decided that proceedings of the Committee shall… Continue reading Parliamentary Committee on Panama Papers holds first meeting

Uzbek Airlines to resume Lahore-Tashkent flights soon

LAHORE, May 25 (APP): Uzbek Ambassador to Pakistan Furqat Sidiqov Wednesday said that Uzbek Airlines would soon resume direct flights between Lahore and Tashkent twice a week to help businessmen from both sides to interact more frequently. During a meeting at Punjab Board of Investment and Trade (PBIT) here on Wednesday, he said there was an immense scope for… Continue reading Uzbek Airlines to resume Lahore-Tashkent flights soon

Pakistan Ambassador presents credentials to Brazilian President

ISLAMABAD, May 25 (APP): Ambassador of Pakistan to Brazil Burhanul Islam on Wednesday presented his credentials to the Acting President of Brazil, Michael Temer, at the Presidential Palace at an impressive ceremony. The Foreign Minister of Brazil, Advisor to the President, and Secretary General of the Ministry of External Relations attended the ceremony, according to a message received here… Continue reading Pakistan Ambassador presents credentials to Brazilian President

Exhibition “Thar and Water” starts at RAC

RAWALPINDI, May 25 (APP);- An exclusive exhibition titled “Thar and Water” started here at Rawalpindi Arts Council (RAC) on Wednesday. Artist, Kirshan Samaro came with a theme, telling the story of Thar desert and scarcity of water which was its dire need. Additional Commissioner, Coordination, Tariq Mehmood Tariq inaugurated the exhibition. Resident Director (RAC) Waqar… Continue reading Exhibition “Thar and Water” starts at RAC

Pak women team to miss Asian Senior Women Netball Championship

ISLAMABAD, May 25 (APP): Pakistan women netball outfit will be perhaps the only Asian playing side to miss the 9th Asian Senior Women Netball Championship as the sponsors on which they were relying, have refused to support them. The championship is scheduled to be held in Thailand from July 29 to August 6. “We won’t be able to chip… Continue reading Pak women team to miss Asian Senior Women Netball Championship

Solution to all problems lies in democracy: President

ISLAMABAD, May 25 (APP): President Mamnoon Hussain on Wednesday said solution to all the problems of the country lay in democracy and only through democratic dispensation, continuity of the political system could be attained, good governance achieved and economy stabilized. He expressed his satisfaction that all sections of the society were united in the quest… Continue reading Solution to all problems lies in democracy: President

PM believes in politics of values, not power: Kirmani

PML-N president accepts resignation of Ismail Rahu

ISLAMABAD, May 25 (APP): Special Assistant to the Prime Minister on Political Affairs Dr Asif Kirmani on Wednesday said Prime Minister Muhammad Nawaz Sharif believed in the politics of promoting good norms and values and not that of attaining power. He said the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) always ensured fairplay and transparency. The corruption was… Continue reading PM believes in politics of values, not power: Kirmani

British investors show keen interest in Pakistan

ISLAMABAD, May 25 (APP): British and international investors expressed keen interest in Pakistan during a two-day “Pakistan Investment Conference” held in London from May 23 to 24. Muhammad Zubair, Minister of State and Chairman Privatization Commission of Pakistan, represented Pakistan at the conference whereas Nadeem Naqvi, MD Pakistan Stock Exchange along with CEOs and CFOs of 13 leading Pakistani companies… Continue reading British investors show keen interest in Pakistan

Pak-China Investment Company team meets TDAP CEO

ISLAMABAD, May 25 (APP): A team of the Pak-China Investment Company Limited (PCICL) led by its Assistant Vice President Andy Liu on Wednesday visited Trade Development Authority of Pakistan (TDAP) and held a meeting with its Chief Executive S.M. Muneer and senior officers. The PCICL is a development financial institution (DFI) established in 2007 as a joint venture… Continue reading Pak-China Investment Company team meets TDAP CEO

Inzamam shortlists players for skill camp, announces A team

Asif, Butt should also get a chance: Inzamam

ISLAMABAD, May 25 (APP): Pakistan cricket team chief selector, Inzamam ul Haq in consultation with the National Selection Committee on Wednesday shortlisted 21 players for the skill camp, to be held from May 30 to June 6 in Lahore. According to a Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) press release the final squad for England tour will be announced… Continue reading Inzamam shortlists players for skill camp, announces A team

Pervaiz Rashid inaugurates Regional Food Festival

ISLAMABAD, May 25 (APP): Federal Minister for Information, Broadcasting and National Heritage Senator Pervaiz Rashid inaugurated Regional Food Festival organized here by a local hotel Speaking on the occasion, the minister said organizing a regional food festival was a healthy and cultural activity. “It will promote our cultural flavours to diplomats and other foreigners living in the… Continue reading Pervaiz Rashid inaugurates Regional Food Festival

Dar asks public sector banks to review mark-up rates for farmers

ISLAMABAD, May 25 (APP): Finance Minister Senator Muhammad Ishaq Dar on Wednesday urged the public sector financial institutions to review the mark-up rates for agriculture credit. The institutions like NBP and ZTBL should take the step particularly in view of the reduction in overall policy rate recently announced by the SBP, he said while chairing… Continue reading Dar asks public sector banks to review mark-up rates for farmers

First ever LG system in Islamabad to lead towards better social and civil services

By Usman Khan ISLAMABAD, May 25 (APP): The maiden local government of Islamabad is all set to start delivering social and civic amenities to the residents of the Capital City. Both the Mayor and Deputy Mayor were enthusiastic about their responsibilies, hoping that the city would lead the other cities and towns by example in settting standards of… Continue reading First ever LG system in Islamabad to lead towards better social and civil services

LDA to provide land for construction of blind cricket stadium

LAHORE, May 25 (APP): Lahore Development Authority (LDA) has decided to provide a piece of land at a suitable place instead of Ferozpur for the construction of a cricket stadium for blind cricketers, ending a dispute between the LDA and Pakistan Blind Cricket Council (PBCC). “We have identified a piece of land for building blind cricket… Continue reading LDA to provide land for construction of blind cricket stadium

Athletics coaches level one course

LAHORE, May 25 (APP): Athletics Federation of Pakistan (AFP) with the collaboration of International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF) will organize Coaches Education and Certification System (CECS) Level-I course from May 27 at Jinnah Stadium, Pakistan Sports Complex Islamabad. “Coaches of the Associations and Departments affiliated with AFP will participate in the 10-day useful activity which aims… Continue reading Athletics coaches level one course

Rs 800 bln gas projects underway to meet energy needs: Khaqan

ISLAMABAD, May 25 (APP): Minister for Petroleum and Natural Resources Shahid Khaqan Abbasi Wednesday said the government had initiated different gas related projects worth Rs 800 billion, including setting up of LNG terminals and gas pipelines to meet energy needs of the country. “By the grace of Allah Almighty, Pakistan will have surplus power due to effective policies… Continue reading Rs 800 bln gas projects underway to meet energy needs: Khaqan

PM condemns Peshawar terror incident

ISLAMABAD, May 25 (APP): Prime Minister Muhammad Nawaz Sharif Wednesday strongly condemned the incident of terrorism in Peshawar, which resulted into the death of three personnel of Frontier Corps. According to a statement issued by PM Office, the Prime Minister paid tributes to the security officials who embraced martyrdom while performing the most noble cause of… Continue reading PM condemns Peshawar terror incident

Kh Saad congratulates KP people on seeing Imran Khan after long time

ISLAMABAD, May 25 (APP): Minister for Railways Khawaja Saad Rafique on Wednesday congratulated the people of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa for having an opportunity of seeing their ruler Imran Khan after a long time in the province. In a statement issued here,the minister said that the announcement of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government to generate hydle power in three villages that too after… Continue reading Kh Saad congratulates KP people on seeing Imran Khan after long time

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