Category: National

ISLAMABAD, Jul 07 (APP):The National Command and Operation Center (NCOC) on Tuesday revealed that about 134,957 COVID-19 positive patients had recovered across the country. The data released by the NCOC said since February 26, some 234,509 coronavirus positive cases had been detected till date, and 134,957 of them had recovered, which was a significant count.… Continue reading 134,957 COVID-19 patients recovered so far: NCOC

ISLAMABAD, Jul 07 (APP):The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has planned to complete the installation of 2,500 oxygen aided beds in across country hospitals by July 31. A spokesman of NDMA said the the provision of more oxygen beds were part of the plan to enhance the capacity of Intensive Care Units (ICU) of the… Continue reading NDMA to install 2,500 oxygen beds in various hospitals by July 31

ISLAMABAD, Jul 06 (APP):Pakistan on Monday once again emphasized the importance of a peaceful and stable Afghanistan for the overall peace and stability in the region and beyond. Pakistan participated in a virtual conference on Afghanistan, titled “Strengthening Consensus for Peace”, hosted by the Government of Afghanistan, the foreign office spokesperson in a press release… Continue reading Pakistan underlines significance of peace, stability in Afghanistan

ISLAMABAD, Jul 6 (APP):Special Assistant to Prime Minister on Information and Broadcasting Lt Gen (retd) Asim Saleem Bajwa Monday said the China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) made another achievement by signing the project of Azad Pattan Hydel power. “CPEC makes another milestone achievement; Prime Minister Imran Khan will grace the signing ceremony of Azad Pattan… Continue reading Azad Pattan Hydel Power Project to bring foreign investment of $1.5 bn: Bajwa

ISLAMABAD, Jul 06 (APP):A delegation of members from the provincial assembly of Punjab Monday called on Prime Minister Imran Khan and discussed the coronavirus pandemic situation and relief activities in their respective constituencies. The delegation included Adviser to Chief Minister Punjab Muhammad Hanif Khan Pitafi, Abdul Hae, Faisal Hayat Jabona, Special Assistant to Chief Minister… Continue reading Members of Punjab assembly call on PM

ISLAMABAD, Jul 06 (APP):Prime Minister Imran Khan Monday constituted a 13-member National Coordination Committee on Housing, Construction and Development with immediate effect to achieve the objectives of promotion of construction sector and expedite affordable housing projects for the low-income groups. According to a document shared by the Prime Minister’s office, the Chairman Naya Pakistan Housing… Continue reading PM constitutes 13-member National Coordination Committee on housing

ISLAMABAD, Jul 06 (APP):Minister for Information and Broadcasting Senator Shibli Faraz Monday said the protest following suspension of Channel-24 licence was very unfortunate as respecting law was the duty of all Pakistanis. Tagging the notification of Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority, the minister, in a tweet, said disregard of all notices had resulted in suspension… Continue reading Protest after suspension of Channel-24 unfortunate: Shibli

SIALKOT, July 06 (APP):-:Special Assistant to Prime Minister on Youth Affairs Usman Dar has said that the ‘Corona Relief Tiger Force mobile app’ has been launched which reflects the vision of the Prime Minister Imran Khan. He expressed these views during the launching ceremony of the ‘Corona Relief Tiger Force mobile Application’here on Monday. He… Continue reading Corona Relief Tiger Force mobile app launched

ISLAMABAD, Jul 06 (APP):Prime Minister Imran Khan Monday called upon the World Health Organization (WHO) to play its role in engaging member states to remove COVID-19 related travel restrictions for Pakistan and other developing countries and to work towards a data driven system of non-discriminatory travel rules. The prime minister held a video conference with… Continue reading PM urges WHO to play its role in removing COVID-19 related travel restrictions

ISLAMABAD, Jul 06 (APP):Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Senator Shibli Faraz Monday said artists were assets of the nation who played an important role in the promotion of national culture and image. He said this in a meeting with film industry artists and other stakeholders via video link. The meeting was attended by Secretary… Continue reading Artists are assets of nation: Shibli

ISLAMABAD, Jul 6 (APP):A senior Indian diplomat was summoned at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs here on Monday to register Pakistan’s strong protest over the ceasefire violations by the Indian occupation forces along Line of Control (LoC) on July 5, resulting in serious injuries to five civilians including three children. The indiscriminate and unprovoked firing… Continue reading FO summons senior Indian diplomat over ceasefire violations

DERA ISMAIL KHAN, Jul 06 (APP)::Federal Minister for Kashmir and Gilgit-Baltistan Affairs Ali Amin Khan Gandapur inaugurated Rs. 1 billion Mega Projects of Sports during his visit to Ratta Kulachi Sports Complex here. On the occasion, Project Director 1000 Grounds Murad Ali Khan, Deputy Director Sports Amir Mohammad, AD Sports Kashif Farhan, Regional Sports Officer… Continue reading Ali Amin Ghandapur inaugurates Mega Sports Projects in Dera

LAHORE, Jul 06 (APP):Federal Minister for Industries and Production Muhammad Hammad Azhar called on Punjab Chief Minister Sardar Usman Buzdar at his office on Monday and discussed matters of mutual interest. The CM, on the occasion, said the government had fully focused on development of backward areas including the provincial metropolis. He added that Prime… Continue reading Federal minister Hammad Azhar calls on Punjab CM