UNA, Sputnik sign memorandum of cooperation to promote joint media work

The agreement was signed by Acting UNA Director-General Mohammed bin Abd Rabbo Al-Yami and Sputnik Director for International Cooperation Vasily Pushkov, on the sidelines of the meeting of the Group of Strategic Vision: “Russia – Islamic World” currently being held in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. The memorandum aims to enhance cooperation between UNA and Sputnik in… Continue reading UNA, Sputnik sign memorandum of cooperation to promote joint media work

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Swati expresses grief over martyrdom of 2 security personnel

ISLAMABAD, Nov 24 (APP):Federal Minister for Railways Azam Khan Swati Wednesday expressed grief and sorrow over the martyrdom of two security personnel as a result of firing by terrorists at a check post in Temp area of Balochistan. In a statement, he said security forces were determined to defeat the terrorists.The minister said the everlasting… Continue reading Swati expresses grief over martyrdom of 2 security personnel

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KPK govt taking steps to benefit from tourism, agriculture sectors: PM

He said a record number of tourists visited northern areas and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa during the last year, adding the promotion of the tourism sector would create immense opportunities of employment. The prime minister said this during a meeting with Governor Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Shah Farman, Chief Minister Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Mehmood Khan and Chief Secretary Khyber Pakhtunkhwa… Continue reading KPK govt taking steps to benefit from tourism, agriculture sectors: PM

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NA body appreciates ‘inclusiveness’ of bills related to CAA’s segregation

ISLAMABAD, Nov 24 (APP):The National Assembly’s Standing Committee on Aviation Wednesday appreciated the ‘inclusiveness’ of two bills that were related to segregation of the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) into regulatory and operational entities for their improved performance and efficient services. The committee meeting, chaired by Haji Imtiaz Ahmed Choudhary, took up “Pakistan Airports Authority Bill,… Continue reading NA body appreciates ‘inclusiveness’ of bills related to CAA’s segregation

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President inaugurates Miyawaki forest

President Dr Arif Alvi on Wednesday inaugurated Miyawaki forest in the premises of President House. Under the green presidency initiative, more than 4000 saplings had been planted in the Miyawaki forest. The objective of planting the forest was to better utilize the land and protect the environment from pollution. The plants will be supplied water… Continue reading President inaugurates Miyawaki forest

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OGRA warns elements attempting to disrupt fuel supply chain of ‘strict action’

ISLAMABAD, Nov 24 (APP):Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA) on Wednesday took a serious notice of the ‘people/entities’ who were making attempts to disrupt the fuel supply chain at petrol pumps in the pretext of their demand to increase dealers’ profit margin. “All Oil Marketing Companies have been advised to ensure uninterrupted oil supplies at… Continue reading OGRA warns elements attempting to disrupt fuel supply chain of ‘strict action’

Pakistan-origin US businessman Tahir Javed calls on PM

Pakistani Businessman from US Tahir Javed calls on Prime Minister Imran Khan in Islamabad on 24th November, 2021.

ISLAMABAD, Nov 24 (APP): Pakistan-origin American businessman Tahir Javed called on Prime Minister Imran Khan here on Wednesday. Matters relating to Overseas Pakistanis and Islamophobia were discussed in the meeting. Tahir Javed appreciated the Prime Minister for the government’s steps to give right of vote to Overseas Pakistanis.

PML-N playing audio, video drama for pol. asylum in London: Farrukh

ISLAMABAD, Nov 24 (APP): Minister of State for Information and Broadcasting Farrukh Habib on Wednesday said that Pakistan Muslim League-N, was playing drama through audio and video clips for submitting political asylum for Nawaz Sharif, in London. The PML-N had been using different tactics to control some media houses in the past, he said while… Continue reading PML-N playing audio, video drama for pol. asylum in London: Farrukh

Shehzad Arbab writes a letter to law minister regarding quarterly performance

ISLAMABAD, Nov 24 (APP):Special Assistant to the Prime Minister on Establishment Muhammad Shehzad Arbab has written a letter to Federal Minister for Law and Justice Barrister Dr Muhammad Farogh Naseem regarding quarterly performance of his ministry. The prime minister himself witnessed the quarterly performance of all the ministries, the text of the letter said. According… Continue reading Shehzad Arbab writes a letter to law minister regarding quarterly performance

Pakistan hands over another consignment of humanitarian assistance for people of Afghanistan

Businessmen, Afghan envoy agree on removal of hindrances from Pak-Afghan trade

ISLAMABAD, Nov 24 (APP): Pakistan on Wednesday handed over seven truckloads of humanitarian assistance to the people of Afghanistan at the Torkham crossing as part of its efforts to provide relief as harsh winters set in. The trucks carrying food items were handed over to the Afghan authorities by National Security Advisor Moeed Yusuf. Pakistan’s… Continue reading Pakistan hands over another consignment of humanitarian assistance for people of Afghanistan

Awareness crucial to remain safe from diseases: Dr. Faisal Sultan

ISLAMABAD, Nov 24 (APP): Special Assistant to the Prime Minister on Health Dr Faisal Sultan on Wednesday said that awareness was crucial to remain safe from diseases. Addressing participants of International Conference on Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR), he said that prevention from disease was not only better but also cheaper. He said that it was observed… Continue reading Awareness crucial to remain safe from diseases: Dr. Faisal Sultan

Rs 18bln doled out to reward blue-eyed journalists, channels in PML-N last tenure: Fawad

ISLAMABAD: November 24 - Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Chaudhry Fawad Hussain and Minister for Energy Hammad Azhar addressing a joint press conference at PTV Headquarters. APP

ISLAMABAD, Nov 24 (APP):Minister for Information and Broadcasting Chaudhry Fawad Hussain on Wednesday said PML-N Vice President Maryam Nawaz doled out Rs 18 billion from national kitty to reward blue-eyed journalists and media channels at federal and Punjab levels in their last tenure. Addressing media, he said Maryam Nawaz doled out these public funds as… Continue reading Rs 18bln doled out to reward blue-eyed journalists, channels in PML-N last tenure: Fawad

MoU signed to restore 50,000 degraded forest lands

ISLAMABAD, Nov 24 (APP):Special Assistant to Prime Minister (SAPM) on Climate Change Malik Amin Aslam Wednesday said that private sector could play a vital role in restoring the country’s degraded forest landscape for achieving environmental and economic sustainability. While addressing a press conference here on the occasion of MoU signing for forest restoration and carbon… Continue reading MoU signed to restore 50,000 degraded forest lands

President launches Karachi Tapeball Premier League

President Dr Arif Alvi addressing the soft launching ceremony of Karachi Tape ball Premier League, at Aiwan-e-Sadr, on 24-11-2021.

ISLAMABAD, Nov 24 (APP): President Dr Arif Alvi while launching the Karachi Tapeball Premier League here Wednesday, said that games should be promoted to keep society healthy and protect youth from social ills and drug abuse. Speaking at the launch ceremony of the league, he said cricket helped youngsters in their character building and for… Continue reading President launches Karachi Tapeball Premier League

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Government provide all resources to empower country’s youth:Tarin

Pakistan receive US$3 bln Saudi deposit: Tarin

ISLAMABAD, Nov 24 (APP): Adviser to the Prime Minister on Finance and Revenue Shaukat Tarin on Wednesday said the young generation is an asset of a nation, the future of any nation cannot be bright without providing them education and health facilities. “The developed countries of the world have educated their young generation and given… Continue reading Government provide all resources to empower country’s youth:Tarin

Maryam leveling baseless allegations against judiciary: Gill

ISLAMABAD, Nov 24 (APP):Adviser to Prime Minister on Political Communication Shahbaz Gill on Wednesday said that Maryam Safdar is leveling baseless allegations against Judiciary through a fake audio. Talking to Mediapersons at Prime Minister House, he said that Maryam is certified liar who had submitted fake documents in the court. He said that Calibri Queen… Continue reading Maryam leveling baseless allegations against judiciary: Gill

PM vows to make Pakistan a great nation, check corruption

ISLAMABAD: November 24 - Prime Minister Imran Khan addressing at the launching ceremony of four new initiatives under Kamyab Jawan Programme. APP

ISLAMABAD, Nov 24 (AP): Vowing to make Pakistan a great nation, Prime Minister Imran Khan on Wednesday stressed for adopting high moral standards and checking corruption to achieve progress and prosperity. “Nations are not destroyed due to corruption alone, but due to moral bankruptcy and when corruption is not considered a crime,” he said while… Continue reading PM vows to make Pakistan a great nation, check corruption

PM approves ERRA’s merger with NDMA

ISLAMABAD, Nov 24 (APP): Prime Minister Imran Khan on Wednesday gave in-principal approval to the merger of Earthquake Reconstruction and Rehabilitation Authority (ERRA) into National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA). The decision was taken at the 14th meeting of the ERRA Council chaired by the prime minister and attended by Punjab Chief Minister Usman Bazdar, Khyber… Continue reading PM approves ERRA’s merger with NDMA

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Kanwal advices PML to leave Politics of lies

ISLAMABAD, Nov 24 (APP): Parliamentary Secretary for Planning, Reforms and Special Initiatives, Kanwal Shauzab on Wednesday advised PML-N to shun politics of lies and clear its leaders from corruption cases. Addressing a press conference along with Minister of State for Information and Broadcasting, Farrukh Habib and Special Assistant to Prime Minister of Pakistan on Political… Continue reading Kanwal advices PML to leave Politics of lies

Fawad jubilant over the nomination of Pak singer for Grammy Award

ISLAMABAD, Nov 24 (APP):Minister for Information and Broadcasting Chaudhry Fawad Hussain on Wednesday expressed his jubilation over the nomination of Pakistani singer Arooj Aftab for Grammy Award. In a tweet, he said he felt proud for Arooj Aftab as her nomination for the award was itself a great achievement. The voice of Arooj would reach… Continue reading Fawad jubilant over the nomination of Pak singer for Grammy Award

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