ISLAMABAD, May 09 (APP):Advisor to the Prime Minister on Accountability and Interior Barrister Mirza Shahzad Akbar said the government would file an appeal against a recent Lahore High Court’s verdict in which it granted conditional permission to Leader of the Opposition in the National Assembly and PML-N President Shehbaz Sharif to travel abroad once for… Continue reading Govt to challenge LHC’s interim verdict as court not assisted properly: Advisor
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PNS SAIF participates in Naval exercises with US, Canada
ISLAMABAD, May 09 (APP):Pakistan Navy Ship (PNS) SAIF participated in Focused Operation CHINOOK ARCHER along with ships and aircrafts of United States and Canada in Arabian Sea. Pakistan Navy ships are regularly deployed for PN’s initiative of Regional Maritime Security Patrol to ensure maritime security in Indian Ocean Region, said a Pakistan Navy news release.… Continue reading PNS SAIF participates in Naval exercises with US, Canada
COVID-19 claims 118 lives, infects 3,785 more people
ISLAMABAD, May 09 (APP):The national tally on Sunday of total active COVID-19 cases recorded 81,830 with 3,785 more people tested positive for the deadly virus and 4,569 people recovered from the disease during the last 24 hours. One hundred and eighteen corona patients died during past 24 hours, 101 of whom were under treatment in… Continue reading COVID-19 claims 118 lives, infects 3,785 more people
Attack on Palestinians against all norms of humanity, int’ law: PM
ISLAMABAD, May 9 (APP): Prime Minister Imran Khan Sunday strongly condemned the Israeli forces’ attack on worshippers in Al-Aqsa Mosque, calling it violation of al norms and international law. “(I) strongly condemn Israeli Forces’ attack (especially) during Ramazan on Palestinians in Qibla-e-Awaal, Al-Aqsa Mosque, violating all norms of humanity & int law,” the prime minister… Continue reading Attack on Palestinians against all norms of humanity, int’ law: PM
PM Imran’s visit “extremely important” in history of bilateral relations: Saudi FM
ISLAMABAD, May 9 (APP): As Prime Minister Imran Khan is on three-day tour to Saudi Arabia, the Kingdom’s Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud said the visit was “extremely important” in the history of bilateral relations. “The visit of Imran Khan is extremely important in the history of the brotherly relations… We have… Continue reading PM Imran’s visit “extremely important” in history of bilateral relations: Saudi FM
Peshawar’s Sikhs receiving applause for according reverence to Muslims’ holy month of Ramzan
PESHAWAR, May 09 (APP):The Sikh dwellers of Peshawar are receiving applause from people belonging to all walks of life for extending respect to fasting Muslims during their holy month of Ramzan by arranging iftar dinners, providing food to poor faithfuls and selling groceries to them on cut prices. From the last several years as Ramzan… Continue reading Peshawar’s Sikhs receiving applause for according reverence to Muslims’ holy month of Ramzan
Qadri denounces Israeli shelling at Palestinian worshippers
ISLAMABAD, May 09 (APP):Minister for Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony Sahibzada Noor-ul-Haq Qadri on Sunday vigorously denounced the Israeli shelling on unarmed Muslim worshippers offering Friday prayer in Al Aqsa Mosque, the First Qibla. The minister in a statement, said the Israeli attack on a worship place was an inhumane act and the worst kind… Continue reading Qadri denounces Israeli shelling at Palestinian worshippers
81.3 pc wheat procurement target achieved in Multan division
MULTAN, May 09 (APP): Food department have procured 5,18,972 metric ton wheat against set target of 638,507 metric ton across Multan division which is 81.3 percent. The 5,81,432 metric ton gunny bags were also distributed among wheat growers so far which is 91.1 percent of the total target. According to Food department official sources, the disbursement of… Continue reading 81.3 pc wheat procurement target achieved in Multan division
Pakistan stands steadfast in support of Palestinian cause: Qureshi
ISLAMABAD, May 9 (APP): Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi Sunday while strongly condemning the Israeli attack on worshippers in Al-Aqsa Mosque, reiterated that Pakistan stood steadfast in support of the Palestinian cause. “Condemn in strongest terms attack on innocent worshippers in Al-Aqsa Mosque, first Qibla of Islam, by Israeli Occupation Forces in the holy month… Continue reading Pakistan stands steadfast in support of Palestinian cause: Qureshi
As per MoS&T calendar Eidul Fitr on May 14: Fawad
ISLAMABAD, May 09 (APP): Minister for Information and Broadcasting Chaudhry Fawad Hussain on Sunday said as per the calender of Ministry of Science and Technology and Ruet app, the moon of Shawal would be sighted on May 13 and Eid ul Fitr would be observed on May 14 (Friday). اگرچہ عید کا حتمی اعلان رویت… Continue reading As per MoS&T calendar Eidul Fitr on May 14: Fawad
Ongoing Israeli apartheid against Palestinians shameful: President
ISLAMABAD, May 09 (APP): President Dr Arif Alvi on Sunday said it was a shame that the Israeli apartheid continued against the Palestinian people. On Twitter, the president said that the atrocious attack on peaceful praying Muslims in Palestine was given the usual media spin of ‘clashes’. “My brothers don’t lose hope. Time is near… Continue reading Ongoing Israeli apartheid against Palestinians shameful: President
Don’t let your guard down against COVID-19: President to countrymen
ISLAMABAD, May 9 (APP): President Dr Arif Alvi Sunday urged the countrymen not to let the anti-COVID guards down and keep following the precautions during Holy Ramazan and Eid. The president said that the people of Pakistan must be doing something good that COVID-19 had not overwhelmed Pakistan like in neighboring countries. You must be doing… Continue reading Don’t let your guard down against COVID-19: President to countrymen
President promulgates ordinance for protection of parents
ISLAMABAD, May 08 (APP): President Dr Arif Alvi has promulgated an ordinance for the protection of parents, providing security against forced eviction from homes. The president issued the ordinance 2021 under Article 89 of the Constitution which makes the commission of such acts liable to punishment. The sentence includes a one-year jail term and fine,… Continue reading President promulgates ordinance for protection of parents
Pakistan condemns despicable attacks at Kabul school
ISLAMABAD, May 08 (APP):Pakistan on Saturday strongly condemned the reprehensible attacks at a school in Kabul, Afghanistan which led to loss of many precious lives and injuries. “Pakistan condemns terrorism in all forms and manifestations. At this moment of grief, Pakistan stands by Afghan brethren in their struggle against the scourge of terrorism. Pakistan will… Continue reading Pakistan condemns despicable attacks at Kabul school
Prime Minister Imran Khan pays his respect at Roza-e-Rasool (SAW); breaks fast, offers nawafil
MADINA MUNAWARA, May 08 (APP): Prime Minister Imran Khan Saturday paid his respects at Roza-e-Rasool (Peace be Upon Him). The prime minister along with his delegation broke fast (Iftar), offered Namaz-e-Maghrib, nawafil and prayed at the Masjid e Nabvi (SAW). The prime minister was accompanied by his delegation including Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi, Interior… Continue reading Prime Minister Imran Khan pays his respect at Roza-e-Rasool (SAW); breaks fast, offers nawafil
PM arrives barefoot in Madina Munawara to pay respects to Holy Prophet (PBUH): Fawad
ISLAMABAD, May 8 (APP):Minister for Information and Broadcasting Chaudhry Fawad Hussain on Saturday shared an image of the arrival of a barefoot Prime Minister Imran Khan along with his wife Bushra Imran in Madina Munawwara on his Twitter handle. سرکار دو عالم محمد مصطفی ﷺ کے دربار میں غلام کی حاضری ادب کا قرینہ کہ… Continue reading PM arrives barefoot in Madina Munawara to pay respects to Holy Prophet (PBUH): Fawad
President advises people to stay at homes during Eid holidays
ISLAMABAD, May 08 (APP):President Dr Arif Alvi Saturday urged the people to stay at homes during Eid ul Fitr holidays from May 10 to May 16. In a brief video message, the president said that in accordance with the government’s notification, all business centers and commercial activities would remain closed, besides a complete ban on… Continue reading President advises people to stay at homes during Eid holidays
All-out efforts under way to control inflation: Farrukh Habib
FAISALABAD, May 08 (APP):State Minister for Information & Broadcasting Farrukh Habib said on Saturday all-out efforts were being made and the entire government machinery had been motivated to control inflation. Addressing a press conference at market committee complex Faisalabad, he identified multiple factors causing price-hike and said that the government had to deal with hoarders,… Continue reading All-out efforts under way to control inflation: Farrukh Habib
Development of media, welfare of journalists topmost priorities of PTI govt: Fawad
ISLAMABAD, May 08 (APP):Minister for Information and Broadcasting Chaudhry Fawad Hussain on Saturday said the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) government led by Prime Minister Imran Khan fully believed in the fundamental, democratic and constitutional right to freedom of expression. Development of the media and welfare of journalists were among the government’s top priorities, he said while… Continue reading Development of media, welfare of journalists topmost priorities of PTI govt: Fawad
Danger of COVID is higher than ever: Asad Umar
ISLAMABAD, May 08 (APP):Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives Asad Umar Saturday once again warned the nation to be careful during Eid holidays the danger of the COVID pandemic was higher than ever. “The need for caution is clear. The danger is higher than ever and knocking at our doors,” he said in a… Continue reading Danger of COVID is higher than ever: Asad Umar
- Ms. Zoe Ware, Political Counsellor at the British High Commission called on the Federal Minister for Privatisation, Investment and Communications, Abdul Aleem Khan
- Huawei Pakistan organizes “Digital Week”
- FPCCI welcomes direct flights between Pakistan-Azerbaijan
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