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Chairman COPHC lauds MoMA’s efforts at Gwadar Port, Free Zone

ISLAMABAD, Apr 26 (APP): Chairman Yu Bo of China Overseas Ports Holding Company Ltd (COPHC) called on Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Qaiser Ahmed Sheikh on Friday and appreciated the ministry’s consistent support and efforts in facilitating the operational activities at Gwadar Port and Free Zone. The meeting comprehensively covered various developmental areas and key… Continue reading Chairman COPHC lauds MoMA’s efforts at Gwadar Port, Free Zone

NEPRA concludes hearing into FCA of DISCOs for March

ISLAMABAD, Apr 26 (APP): National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) on Friday concluded public hearing into fuel cost adjustment (FCA) of all power distribution companies (DISCOs) for March. The hearing was presided over the NEPRA Authority comprising Chairman Waseem Mukhtar, Member Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Engr Maqsood Khan, Member Balochistan Mathar Niaz Rana, Member Sindh Rafique Ahmad… Continue reading NEPRA concludes hearing into FCA of DISCOs for March

PAK-EPA’s clean lab boosts environmental analysis capabilities with advanced ICP-OES instrument

ISLAMABAD, Apr 26 (APP): Central Laboratory for Environmental Analysis and Networking (CLEAN) of Pakistan Environmental Protection Agency (Pak-EPA), known for its dedication to top-notch environmental analysis, announced the addition of advanced Inductively Coupled Plasma-Optical Emission Spectrometry (ICP-OES) technology here on Friday. This new equipment upgrade and highlights Pak-EPA’s technical capability to monitor water quality of… Continue reading PAK-EPA’s clean lab boosts environmental analysis capabilities with advanced ICP-OES instrument

LHC CJ meets HCBA Multan delegation

LAHORE, Apr 26 (APP): A delegation from the High Court Bar Association (HCBA) Multan, led by President Malik Sajjad Haider Maitla, met Lahore High Court (LHC) Chief Justice Malik Shahzad Ahmad Khan on Friday. The delegation also included Secretary-General Syed Anees Mehdi and Senior Advocate Malik Masroor Haider Usman. The delegation extended an invitation to… Continue reading LHC CJ meets HCBA Multan delegation

PM directs formation of committee for consultation with provinces on carbon credits policy

ISLAMABAD, Apr 26 (APP):Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Friday directed formation of a committee for consultation with the provinces for policy making on guiding principles for carbon credits. He was chairing the third meeting of Pakistan Council for Climate Change. The federal and provincial governments would work together for making policies regarding climate change, he said.… Continue reading PM directs formation of committee for consultation with provinces on carbon credits policy

Chairman PRCS engages in humanitarian collaboration with ambassador of Morocco

ISLAMABAD, Apr 26 (APP): Chairman Pakistan Red Crescent Society (PRCS), Sardar Shahid Ahmed Laghari, held a courtesy meeting with Ambassador of the of Morocco in Pakistan, Mohammed Karmoune here on Friday. This meeting that took place at the Embassy of Morocco marked a crucial moment in the humanitarian relationship between Pakistan and Morocco. The meeting… Continue reading Chairman PRCS engages in humanitarian collaboration with ambassador of Morocco

CDA organizes E-Katchari to facilitate residents

ISLAMABAD, Apr 26 (APP): The Estate Wing of the Capital Development Authority (CDA) on Friday organized an E-Katchari to facilitate the residents of the federal capital. The E-Katchari was organised on the special instructions of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, in which the online complaints of the citizens were received while considering the problems related to… Continue reading CDA organizes E-Katchari to facilitate residents

IESCO issues power suspension programme

ISLAMABAD, Apr 26 (APP): Islamabad Electric Supply Company (IESCO) on Friday issued a power suspension programme for Saturday for various areas of its region due to necessary maintenance and routine development work. According to IESCO Spokesman, the power supply of different feeders and grid stations would remain suspended for the period from 07:00 AM to… Continue reading IESCO issues power suspension programme

Rain likely at various parts of country: PMD

ISLAMABAD, Apr 26 (APP):Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecast rain-windstorm/thunderstorm with isolated hailstorm for Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Punjab, Islamabad, Gilgit-Baltistan, Kashmir and Northeast Balochistan. Heavy rainfalls are also likely at a few places in upper Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Kashmir. According to the synoptic situation, a westerly wave was affecting western and upper parts of the country… Continue reading Rain likely at various parts of country: PMD

IRSA releases 113,600 cusecs water

ISLAMABAD, Apr 26 (APP): Indus River System Authority (IRSA) on Friday released 113,600 cusecs water from various rim stations with inflow of 178,100 cusecs. According to the data released by IRSA, water level in River Indus at Tarbela Dam was 1448.73 feet and was 34.73 feet higher than its dead level of 1,398 feet. Water… Continue reading IRSA releases 113,600 cusecs water

At 26th WEC, envoy highlights Pakistan’s viewpoint on climate change strategy

ISLAMABAD, Apr 26 (APP): Ambassador of Pakistan to The Netherlands Suljuk Mustansar Tarar on Friday attended the 26th World Energy Congress held in the city of Rotterdam and represented Pakistan at the High-Level Roundtable on climate change, energy security, and clean energy transition. The World Energy Congress is the world’s longest-established energy event, having shaped… Continue reading At 26th WEC, envoy highlights Pakistan’s viewpoint on climate change strategy

ICT admin conducts operation against encroachments, illegal activities

ISLAMABAD, Apr 26 (APP): Assistant Commissioner (AC) Industrial Area, Farwa Batool accompanied by the Directorate of Municipal Administration (DMA) conducted anti-encroachment operation at the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS) and removed all illegal encroachments around the hospital. Talking to APP, the Islamabad Capital Territory (ICT) Administration Spokesman, Dr Abdullah Tabassum said that on the… Continue reading ICT admin conducts operation against encroachments, illegal activities

Margalla Trail Patrol launched to ensure hikers’ safety

ISLAMABAD, Apr 26 (APP): In a bid to ensure the safety of hikers, especially foreigners, in Margalla Hills, the government has launched the Margalla Trail Patrol. In a post on X, Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi made the announcement, saying that Margalla Trail Patrol will comprise trail bikes, horse patrols, and foot patrols, providing a comprehensive… Continue reading Margalla Trail Patrol launched to ensure hikers’ safety

IPRI, ILA Italy ink MoU on cooperation in international law development

ISLAMABAD, Apr 26 (APP): The Italian Branch of the International Law Association (ILA Italy) and the Islamabad Policy Research Institute (IPRI) Friday signed a General Agreement for Cooperation to promote cooperation, information exchange and academic programs between the two Institutions on issues pertaining to understanding and development of international law. This strategic alliance marks a… Continue reading IPRI, ILA Italy ink MoU on cooperation in international law development

PRCS Chairman, Moroccan envoy discuss humanitarian relations

ISLAMABAD, Apr 26 (APP): Chairman Pakistan Red Crescent Society (PRCS) Sardar Shahid Ahmed Laghari held a courtesy meeting with Moroccan Ambassador Mohammed Karmoune at the Embassy of Morocco, signifying a pivotal moment in the humanitarian relationship between Pakistan and Morocco. The meeting marked a significant juncture in the humanitarian partnership between Pakistan and Morocco, emphasizing… Continue reading PRCS Chairman, Moroccan envoy discuss humanitarian relations

Defence Minister leads Pakistan’s delegation to Kazakhstan SCO moot

ISLAMABAD, Apr 26 (APP): Federal Minister for Defence & Defence Production Khawaja Muhammad Asif is leading the Pakistan delegation to Kazakhstan for the annual meeting of the Defence Ministers of member states of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO). The meeting reviewed the regional security issues, including the defence cooperation initiatives, a news release said. The… Continue reading Defence Minister leads Pakistan’s delegation to Kazakhstan SCO moot

KP Open Shooting Gala concludes

ISLAMABAD, Apr 26 (APP): The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Open Shooting Gala was concluded on Friday at the Peshawar Garrison, with over 220 shooters from across the province participating in the event. The competition saw shooters vying for top honors in a range of weapons, including the 9mm pistol, AK-47, and airgun, PTV reported. The event was… Continue reading KP Open Shooting Gala concludes

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