Category: National

ISLAMABAD, Feb 13 (APP):The second edition of Urdu Cultural Day was celebrated by French National Institute of Oriental Languages and Civilizations (INALCO) in Paris, Tuesday with a splendid display of Pakistan culture, recitation of Urdu poetry, singing of Urdu songs and photographic exhibition of Pakistan’s rich cultural and architecture heritage. Students and teachers of INALCO,… Continue reading Urdu Cultural Day celebrated in INALCO in Paris

ISLAMABAD, Feb 13 (APP):Chief of Air Staff Air Chief Marshal Mujahid Anwar Khan called on Prime Minister Imran Khan here at the PM Office on Wednesday.Professional matters pertaining to the Pakistan Air Force were discussed during the meeting, a statement issued by the PM Media Office said.

ISLAMABAD, Feb 13 (APP):Speaker of the National Assembly Asad Qaiser on Wednesday said that unity and close cooperation among Muslim countries was essential to overcome challenges being confronted by the Muslim Ummah. He expressed these views while talking to the Ambassador of State of Qatar Saqr Bin Mubarak M.S. Al-Mansouri who called on him at… Continue reading Unity among Muslim countries only way to overcome challenges: NA Speaker

ISLAMABAD, Feb 13 (APP):An innovative and online ride-hailing service has decided to offer discounted fares for the overseas Pakistanis during their stay in the country.The basic objective behind this initiative is to facilitate Pakistani expatriates to use Careem cab service on concessional rates. The development came following an understanding between Special Assiatant to Prime Minister… Continue reading Careem announces discount rates for Pakistani expats during stay in country

ISLAMABAD, Feb 13 (APP):Prime Minister Imran Khan Wednesday expressed his satisfaction over the incredible success of Pakistan Citizen’s Portal, being functional in the Prime Minister office to promptly address issues of the citizens. On his twitter account, the Prime Minister posted “Creating a direct link with the people to provide for resolution of their problems… Continue reading PM expresses satisfaction over incredible success of Citizen’s Portal

ISLAMABAD, Feb 13 (APP):The Ministry of Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony will pay Rs 500,000 each to the heirs of a pilgrim of Government Hajj Scheme in case of death and Rs 150,000 in case of accidental disability of one limb during the Hajj in Saudi Arabia. According to Hajj Policy 2019, Rs 250,000 each will be paid to Haji on… Continue reading Hujjaj’s heirs to be paid Rs 500,000 each in case of death

ISLAMABAD, Feb 13 (APP):Ambassador of Germany to Pakistan Martin Kobler has said that he needs new clothes now as he cannot resist tasty Pakistani food. In a tweet message, the Ambassador said that “So, I need new clothes now. Can anybody guess why?” “Well, I have gained the weight because I cannot resist Pakistani food… Continue reading German Ambassador appreciated Pakistani food, hospitality

ISLAMABAD, Feb 13 (APP):Special Assistant to Prime Minister on CDA Affairs Ali Nawaz Awan has assured the Federal Directorate of Education’s teaching and non-teaching staff on contract and daily wages to resolve their issues following the rules and regulations. In a meeting held here with the representatives of non-permanent employees, Ali Nawaz Awan said that… Continue reading Ali Nawaz assures FDE non-permanent employees to resolve their issues

ISLAMABAD, Feb 13 (APP):Supreme Court (SC) Wednesday rejected four children murderer’s appeal and ordered to hang him five times till his death.A three-judge bench led by Chief Justice Asif Saeed Khosa heard the appeal challenging the Peshawar High Court (PHC) decision. Justice Khosa observed that the convict Faisal had murdered three children along their mother… Continue reading SC rejects 4 children murderer’s plea; maintains PHC decision

ISLAMABAD, Feb 13 (APP):The government has so far released an amount of Rs 2156.118 million for various projects of the Finance Division under the Public Sector Development Programme (PSDP 2018-19) during against the total allocation of Rs12346.359 million earmarked for the current fiscal year. The total allocated amount for the current fiscal year includes Rs2067… Continue reading Rs 2.516 bln released for Finance Division projects

LAHORE, Feb 13 (APP):Punjab Minister for Information and Culture Fayyaz-ul-Hassan Chohan Wednesday said that only honest people could implement laws in complete letter and spirit.Talking to media after attending annual sports day at a private school here he expressed his resolve to become member of Punjab Public Accounts Committee in case the Opposition Leader Hamza Shehbaz becomes… Continue reading Only honest people can implement laws fully:Chohan

ISLAMABAD, Feb 13 (APP):Like other parts of the globe, World Radio Day was observed here in Pakistan on Wednesday, which celebrated the radio as a way of educating people, providing information and promoting freedom of expression across the diversity of cultures. Each year, the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) celebrates World Radio… Continue reading World Radio Day observed

ISLAMABAD, Feb 12 (APP):The visiting Saudi media delegation called on Finance Minister Asad Umar here on Tuesday, who shared with them the present government’s ongoing drive for macroeconomic stabilization and strengthening of economy. The minister said Pakistan offered multiple opportunities for foreign investors and welcomed Saudi companies to invest in various sectors in Pakistan including… Continue reading Saudi media delegation calls on Finance Minister