President greets Christian community on Christmas; commends their efforts for country’s socioeconomic development

ISLAMABAD, Dec 25 (APP):President Dr. Arif Alvi extending his warmest greetings to Christian brethren all over the world particularly in Pakistan on the joyous occasion of Christmas has commend the sincere efforts of Christian community for the socio-economic development of the country. “I also take this opportunity to pay rich tribute to the sacrifices made… Continue reading President greets Christian community on Christmas; commends their efforts for country’s socioeconomic development

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President for following Quaid’s principles of unity, faith and discipline

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ISLAMABAD, Dec 25 (APP):President Dr. Arif Alvi has stated that since Quaid-e-Azam’s vision and thoughts were as relevant today as they were seven decades ago, there was a need to follow his principles of “Unity, Faith and Discipline”, wholeheartedly. “On this day, let us also pledge that we shall work tirelessly individually as well as… Continue reading President for following Quaid’s principles of unity, faith and discipline

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PMA cadets mount guards duty at Mazar-i-Quaid

KARACHI, Dec 25 (APP):A smartly turned out contingent of cadets from Pakistan Military Academy (PMA), Kakul on Tuesday mounted ceremonial guard at the Mazar-i-Quaid as part of celebrations to mark the Father of the Nation’s birth anniversary.The lady cadets from PMA also participated in the ceremony, said an ISPR press release issued here.

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Fawad lauds Christian community’s role in Pakistan’s development

ISLAMABAD, Dec 25 (APP):Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Chaudhry Fawad Hussain Tuesday said the protection of non-Muslims’ rights in light of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah’s vision was priority of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf’s (PTI) government.

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Governor KP felicitates christian community on eve of Christmas

ISLAMABAD, Dec 25 (APP):Governor Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Shah Farman while felicitating the Christian community on the auspicious occasion of Christmas,reminded the minorities to reaffirm their commitment to maintain unity,cohesion and fraternity in their ranks for the country’s prosperity and development.

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CJP felicitates Christian community on Christmas

ISLAMABAD, Dec 25 (APP):Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP) Mian Saqib Nisar Tuesday felicitated the Christian community of Pakistan on the auspicious occasion of Christmas. He wished them a happy Christmas, an SC press release said.

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PM wishes Christian citizens a happy, peaceful Christmas

ISLAMABAD, Dec 25 (APP):Prime Minister Imran Khan has greeted the country’s Christian community on the auspicious occasion of Christmas and wished them a happy and peaceful Christmas.“Wishing all our Christian citizens a happy and peaceful Christmas,” the Prime Minister said in a tweet posted on his twitter handle.

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Qureshi urges nation to commit to Quaid’s vision

ISLAMABAD, Dec 25 (APP):Foreign Minister Makhdoom Shah Mahmood Qureshi Tuesday urged the nation to reiterate its commitment to achieve the Quaid’s vision of a tolerant, progressive and united nation.

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Pakistan strongly condemns Kabul building attack; condoles loss of lives

ISLAMABAD, Dec 25 (APP):Pakistan on Tuesday strongly condemned the shooting and suicide attack at a government building in Kabul on Monday that resulted in the loss of over 40 precious lives and injuries to many others. “We express our deepest sympathies and condolences to the bereaved families and pray for the recovery of the injured.… Continue reading Pakistan strongly condemns Kabul building attack; condoles loss of lives

Nawaz given 7-year jail in Al-Azizia case; fined US$ 25 million, Rs. 1.5 billion

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ISLAMABAD, Dec 24 (APP): After failure of Nawaz Sharif to provide money trail in Al Azizia Steel Mills corruption reference, the Accountability Court on Monday sentenced the former prime minister with seven years imprisonment and a fine of US$ 25 million and Rs 1.5 billion. “The prosecution has successfully established all the ingredients of the… Continue reading Nawaz given 7-year jail in Al-Azizia case; fined US$ 25 million, Rs. 1.5 billion

FIA, NAB unearthed mega Nawaz-Zardari nexus of corruption, money laundering: Fawad

ISLAMABAD, Dec 24 (APP):Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Chaudhry Fawad Hussain Monday said the investigation departments, including FIA and NAB, had successfully unearthed the mega corruption and money laundering nexus between Asif Ali Zardari and Nawaz Sharif. Addressing a news conference flanked by Special Assistant of the Prime Minister (SAPM) on Accountability Shehzad Akbar,… Continue reading FIA, NAB unearthed mega Nawaz-Zardari nexus of corruption, money laundering: Fawad

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FM Qureshi, Iranian counterpart hold meeting in Tehran; discuss bilateral, regional issues

ISLAMABAD, Dec 24 (APP):Foreign Minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi and his Iranian counterpart Mohammad Javad Zarif met in Tehran on Monday and discussed bilateral and regional issues.“Bilateral and regional issues were discussed,” Foreign Office Spokesman Dr. Muhammad Faisal said in a tweet posted on his twitter handle. The Foreign Minister reiterated Pakistan’s desire to have friendly… Continue reading FM Qureshi, Iranian counterpart hold meeting in Tehran; discuss bilateral, regional issues

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PM phones Indonesian President to condole deaths, devastation by tsunami

ISLAMABAD, Dec 24 (APP):Prime Minister Imran Khan Monday phoned Indonesian President Joko Widodo and expressed deep sorrow and condolences over the loss of precious lives in Sunda Strait due to devastation caused by tsunami on Saturday. The prime minister conveyed that Pakistan and Indonesia enjoyed fraternal and historic relations that made the current natural calamity… Continue reading PM phones Indonesian President to condole deaths, devastation by tsunami

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Foreign Minister Qureshi meets Afghan President Ghani

  ISLAMABAD, Dec 24 (APP):Minister for Foreign Affairs Shah Mahmood Qureshi Monday called on Afghan President Ashraf Ghani in Kabul, where he arrived on the first leg of his four-nation tour. During the meeting, the foreign minister was accompanied by Foreign Secretary Tehmina Janjua and senior officials of the foreign ministry, the Foreign Office spokesperson… Continue reading Foreign Minister Qureshi meets Afghan President Ghani

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Efforts underway to enhance exports, improve trade relations: Asad Umar

QUETTA, Dec 24 (APP):Minister for Finance Asad Umar Monday said economic and trade policies were being formulated to ensure development of agriculture and industrial sectors in the country, aiming to provide maximum job opportunities to the youth. He said this while talking to members of Balochistan Chamber of Commerce regarding difficulties in trade issues during… Continue reading Efforts underway to enhance exports, improve trade relations: Asad Umar

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SC bans sale, purchase of properties of Zardari Group, others

LAHORE, Dec 24 (APP):The Supreme Court (SC) on Monday, hearing the fake bank accounts case, banned the sale and purchase of properties owned by Zardari Group, Omni Group and Bahria Town’s four companies including JV Opal 225, Parklane Estate, Parthenon (Pvt) Limited and Bahria Icon Tower. The court also ordered for handing over copies of… Continue reading SC bans sale, purchase of properties of Zardari Group, others

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Minister for Planning calls on PM

ISLAMABAD, Dec 24 (APP):Minister for Planning Makhdoom Khusro Bakhtiar called on Prime Minister Imran Khan here on Monday, a brief statement issued by the PM Media Offiice here said. Separately, Member Provincial Assembly (Punjab) Malik Asad Khokhar and Arshad Dad of PTI also called on the Prime Minister.

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Construction facilities of Gwadar Shipping Yard project reviewed

QUETTA, Dec 24 (APP):Chief Minister Balochistan Jam Kamal Khan Monday chaired a meeting to review the construction facilities of Shipping Yard project of Gwadar. Federal Minister for Defence Production Zubaida Jalal and Federal Minister for Finance Asad Umar attended the meeting, said a press release. Joint Secretary Defence Production briefed the meeting about the project.

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Ambassador Maleeha calls on PM

ISLAMABAD, Dec 24 (APP):Permanent Representative of Pakistan to the United Nations(UN) Ambassador Maleeha Lodhi Monday called on Prime Minister Imran Khan at the PM Office.Separately, a delegation of parliamentarians belonging to Balochistan National Party (BNP) also called on the Prime Minister, PM Office media wing in a press release said.

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Accountability process to get pace in 2019: Sh Rashid

LAHORE, Dec 24 (APP):Federal Minister for Railways Sheikh Rashid Ahmad has said that the year 2019 is important and more decisions against the corrupt mafia will come during this year. Addressing a press conference at PR Headquarters here on Monday, he said that accountability process would be accelerated during the next year. He said that… Continue reading Accountability process to get pace in 2019: Sh Rashid

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