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President condemns terrorist attack on Customs officials in DIKhan

ISLAMABAD, April 20 (APP): President Asif Ali Zardari on Saturday condemned a terrorist attack on Customs officials in Dera Ismail Khan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The president expressed his condolences with the bereaved families and paid tribute to the sacrifices of Customs officials who laid down their lives while performing their duties, President Secretariat Press Wing said… Continue reading President condemns terrorist attack on Customs officials in DIKhan

Torrential rain paralyzes life in upper Swat, Shangla

MINGORA, Apr 20 (APP): The torrential rains in upper Swat and nearby Shangla district have paralyzed routine life, forcing tourists and local residents to remain in their hotels and homes. Besides Kalam and Malam Jabba, the torrential rains also affected routine life at Bahrain, Madain, Gabin Jabba, Miandam, Matiltan, Utror, Gabral, Matiltan, Mahodand, Loye Sar… Continue reading Torrential rain paralyzes life in upper Swat, Shangla

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PM strongly condemns attack on Customs officials in DIKhan

ISLAMABAD, Apr 20 (APP): Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Saturday strongly condemned an attack on Customs officials in Daraban area of District Dera Ismail Khan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The prime minister reiterated that such cowardly acts could not shake the resolve of the government and the fight against terrorism and smuggling would continue till their… Continue reading PM strongly condemns attack on Customs officials in DIKhan

Pakistan committed to ensure safety of foreign nationals: FO

ISLAMABAD, Apr 19 (APP):The government on Friday strongly condemned the heinous terrorist attack in Karachi’s Landhi area, saying it was fully committed to ensure the safety of foreign nationals. “All necessary measures will be taken to bring the perpetrators to justice,” a Foreign Office news release said. It added that such dastardly acts only strengthened… Continue reading Pakistan committed to ensure safety of foreign nationals: FO

Oil tanker catches fire in Islamabad’s Blue Area

ISLAMABAD, Apr 19 (APP):An oil tanker caught fire parked outside a petrol pump in Islamabad’s Blue Area on Friday. In a statement, Islamabad Police no casualty was reported in the incident. An alternative route has been provided for traffic on Jinnah Avenue, police added. A heavy contingent of police was also present at the scene.… Continue reading Oil tanker catches fire in Islamabad’s Blue Area

Pakistan Navy rescue, relief operation continue in rain hit Gwadar, Ormara areas

QUETTA, April19 (APP):Pakistan Navy conducted Humanitarian Assistance & Disaster Relief (HADR) operations in rain affected areas of Gwadar and Ormara, said a handout issued on Friday.           In the recent heavy rain spell, Pakistan Navy had provided its full support to Civil Administration of Gwadar and Ormara utilising all available resources… Continue reading Pakistan Navy rescue, relief operation continue in rain hit Gwadar, Ormara areas

NDMA alerts relevant departments to prepare for tackling flash floods

ISLAMABAD, April 19 (APP):The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) on Friday issued an advisory urging the relevant departments to enhance preparedness for flash floods, and emergency response amid ongoing rainfall.         The NDMA’s NEOC (National Emergencies Operation Center) predicted of more rains until April 22, with potential flooding in some parts of… Continue reading NDMA alerts relevant departments to prepare for tackling flash floods

ISSI hosting International Conference next week on “Pakistan in the Emerging Geopolitical Landscape”

ISLAMABAD, Apr 19 (APP):The Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad (ISSI) and the Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung (FES) Pakistan Office will be co-hosting a one-day International Conference, titled “Pakistan in the Emerging Geopolitical Landscape,” at ISSI on 24 April 2024. Building on the success of last year’s International Conference – “Pakistan’s Strategic Frontiers”, this year’s event will delve into… Continue reading ISSI hosting International Conference next week on “Pakistan in the Emerging Geopolitical Landscape”

Govt committed to provide relief to poor people: Khawaja Asif

ISLAMABAD, April 19 (APP):Minister for Defense Khawaja Muhammad Asif on Friday said that government is committed to provide maximum relief to the poor people and for this, all available resources are being utilized to achieve the objectives.         Speaking to a private news channel, he said that incumbent government would leave no… Continue reading Govt committed to provide relief to poor people: Khawaja Asif

QAU announces scholarships for KP students

ISLAMABAD, Apr 19 (APP):Quaid-i-Azam University (QAU) Islamabad has announced Chief Minister Educational Endowment Fund Scholarship Programme 2023-24 for the students of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP). The applications are invited for the scholarships programme from the students of M.Phil/Ph.D admitted in Fall-2023 and Spring-2024 semester Department of Earth Sciences, Anthropology and Mathematics. According to the details, the… Continue reading QAU announces scholarships for KP students

President expresses grief over loss of lives, property during rains in KP, Balochistan

ISLAMABAD, Apr 19 (APP): President Asif Ali Zardari on Friday expressed deep sorrow over the loss of precious lives and property during the recent rains in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan provinces. In a condolence message, he said his sympathies were with the victims during this difficult time. He stressed the need to take all possible… Continue reading President expresses grief over loss of lives, property during rains in KP, Balochistan

PM calls UAE President to admire his leadership role during rains

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ISLAMABAD, Apr 19 (APP): Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Friday held a telephonic conversation with President of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. The prime minister’s call was centered on his admiration for the strong resolve and impeccable efficiency with which the UAE leadership had confronted the challenges that… Continue reading PM calls UAE President to admire his leadership role during rains

PM for further strengthening economic, trade ties with Turkiye

ISLAMABAD, Apr 19 (APP): Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Friday reiterated the government’s resolve to further strengthen economic relations and trade partnership with Turkiye. He was talking to a delegation of the Turkish investors which called him here at the Prime Minister Office. The Turkish investors, expressing confidence in the leadership of the prime… Continue reading PM for further strengthening economic, trade ties with Turkiye

Special literary session “Chai, Batian aur Kitabian” held at PAL

ISLAMABAD, Apr 19 (APP):The 19th special literary session of the series “Chai, Batian aur Kitabian” (Tea, Chat and Books) held here at Pakistan Academy of Letters (PAL). In his welcome remarks, Director General PAL Muhammad Asim Butt said that today was special session titled “Eid Milan Nishist” of the series “Chai, Batian aur Kitabian”. Chairperson… Continue reading Special literary session “Chai, Batian aur Kitabian” held at PAL

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