ISLAMABAD, Aug 1 (APP):Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf (PTI) Leader Dr Arif Alvi Wednesday said if law and constitution permitted regarding recounting of votes in constituencies, then it should be held to ensure more transparency in the election. The general election 2018 held in free, fair and transparent in peaceful manner. PTI chief Imran Khan had already asserted… Continue reading Vote’s recounting hold to ensure transparency in election: Alvi
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Strengthening national institutions to be top priority of PTI govt: Ghulam Sarwar
ISLAMABAD, Aug 1 (APP):Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf leader Ghulam Sarwar Khan Wednesday said strengthening national institutions would be the top priority of the PTI government and all-out measures would be taken in that regard. The PTI was determined to change the fate of the country and for that, its upcoming government would bring reforms in the… Continue reading Strengthening national institutions to be top priority of PTI govt: Ghulam Sarwar
No dual nationals in Pakistan Army, SC told
ISLAMABAD, Aug 1 (APP):Secretary Defence Lt Gen (retd) Zamir-ul-Hassan Shah Wednesday informed the Supreme Court that there were no dual nationals in the Pakistan Army. He said as per rules no one holding a dual nationality could be recruited in the armed forces. Moreover, if anyone working in the Pakistan Army would be going… Continue reading No dual nationals in Pakistan Army, SC told
PTI to address Karachi’s issues on priority: Fawad
ISLAMABAD, Aug 1 (APP):Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader Fawad Chaudhry has said his party after forming the government would address the issues of Karachi people on priority. The people of Karachi had given their mandate to the PTI, which would resolve the problems of the mega city, he said while talking to a private news… Continue reading PTI to address Karachi’s issues on priority: Fawad
Civil society recommends practical steps for breastfeeding promotion
ISLAMABAD, Aug 1 (APP):Representatives of civil society on Wednesday urged for promotion and protection of breastfeeding practice in the country to protect the health of mother and child. They said this on the occasion of World Breastfeeding Week (WBW) which is celebrated every year from August 1 to 7 across the world to encourage… Continue reading Civil society recommends practical steps for breastfeeding promotion
Tremendous potential for progress, prosperity exists in society: CM
LAHORE, Aug 01 (APP):Caretaker Chief Minister Punjab Dr. Hasan Askari Wednesday said that tremendous potential for progress and prosperity existed in the society and proper utilization of talented and professional human resource could open doors of development and growth in Pakistan. Talking to 8-member delegation of Unified Media Club of Pakistan led by its… Continue reading Tremendous potential for progress, prosperity exists in society: CM
ECP asks winning candidates to submit returns of election expenses
ISLAMABAD, Aug 1 (APP):The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) on Wednesday asked winning candidates in the general election to submit returns of their election expenses for the timely issuing of notification. In a statement, the Commission has asked the winning candidates to submit their election expenses to concerned Returning Officers. All successful candidates are… Continue reading ECP asks winning candidates to submit returns of election expenses
Education minister visits AIOU, praises its academic work
ISLAMABAD, August 1 (APP):Caretaker Minister for Federal Education and Professional Training Muhammad Yusuf Sheikh Wednesday visited Allama Iqbal Open University (AIOU) and praised its academic standing and rich country-wide infrastructure network. On his arrival, he was welcomed by the university’s Vice Chancellor Prof Dr Shahid Siddiqui and senior academicians and officers. While acknowledging the university’s… Continue reading Education minister visits AIOU, praises its academic work
Russia closely collaborating with Pakistan on counter-terrorism,strategic issues: Envoy
ISLAMABAD, Aug 1 (APP):Russian Ambassador Alexey Dedov on Wednesday said Russia was closely in touch with Pakistan on counter-terrorism and strategic issues. Speaking here at the Islamabad Policy Research Institute (IPRI), the Russian ambassador said the military cooperation between the two countries was well beyond the supplies of helicopters and expanded to conduct of ground… Continue reading Russia closely collaborating with Pakistan on counter-terrorism,strategic issues: Envoy
10 bln sampling to be planted in next five years: Amin Alsam
ISLAMABAD, Aug 1 (APP):Pakistan Tehreek –e-Insaf (PTI) has a set target to plant about 10 billion saplings under “Tree Tsunsami programme” during next five years to tackle climate change issue in the country. A senior leader of PTI and Malik Amin Aslam Global Vice President IUCN (The International Union for Conservation of Nature) said that… Continue reading 10 bln sampling to be planted in next five years: Amin Alsam
AJK President, PM vows to carry forward mission of Sardar Ibrahim
MIRPUR (AJK), August 1 (APP): AJK President Sardar Muhammad Masood Khan and Prime Minister Raja Farooq Haider Khan termed Ghazi-i-Millat Sardar Muhammad Ibrahim Khan as epoch- making leader of Kashmir who was instrumental in declaring war against Maharaja Hari Singh’s forces and liberating of one third part of Kashmir. They said this in their separate… Continue reading AJK President, PM vows to carry forward mission of Sardar Ibrahim
PIA Hajj operation continue with flight punctuality
KARACHI, Aug 01 (APP):Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) Pre-Hajj operation of transporting intending pilgrims to Saudi Arabia is continue with flight punctuality of more than 95 percent. PIA has so far operated 106 flights and carried more than 31,200 intending pilgrims to Saudi Arabia. This includes nearly 16, 166 intending pilgrims to Jeddah and 15,056 intending… Continue reading PIA Hajj operation continue with flight punctuality
Media plays pivotal role in sustainability of democracy: CM
LAHORE, Aug 01 (APP):Punjab Caretaker Chief Minister Dr Hasan Askari said that pivotal role of media cannot be ignored for continuity and sustainability of democracy in the country. He appreciated the performance of Directorate General Public Relations (DGPR) and information department for facilitating the media men during elections and arranging necessary coordination with the stakeholders… Continue reading Media plays pivotal role in sustainability of democracy: CM
SANY group to expand investment in CPEC projects
ISLAMABAD, Aug 1 (APP):SANY Group, one of the China’s top construction heavy machinery manufacturers, is planning to expand its investment in Pakistan to help boost construction activities in projects specifically under China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC). “We are looking forward to help Pakistan by expanding our investment in the country and will provide our… Continue reading SANY group to expand investment in CPEC projects
PTI’s Humayun remains winner of PK-14 after recounting
CHAKDARA, Aug 1 (APP)::The office of the Sessions Judge here Wednesday said that process of recounting of votes polled in PK-14 was completed the other day and the election results remained the same. Declaring Humayun Khan of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf as the winning candidate, the office said no difference of votes was found after completion… Continue reading PTI’s Humayun remains winner of PK-14 after recounting
Eight women secured general seats in National Assembly
ISLAMABAD, Aug 1 (APP):Eight women out of 171 contestants secured a general seat in National Assembly , giving an opportunity to highlight miseries of marginalized segments and protect the rights of women at grassroots level besides giving an edge to women parliamentarians on reserves seats. According to the data collected by National Commission on… Continue reading Eight women secured general seats in National Assembly
PTI not to make any compromise on corruption: Wada
ISLAMABAD, Aug 1 (APP):Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader Faisal Wada has said PTI Chairman Imran Khan had made struggle for around 22 years against corruption. He would not make any compromise on the matter of corruption, he said while talking to a private news channel on Wednesday. He said the PTI always wanted to launch accountability… Continue reading PTI not to make any compromise on corruption: Wada
Pakistan Ambassador to USA sees more US investment, trade soon
KARACHI, Aug 01 (APP):More United States companies will soon come in Pakistan and various steps were being taken to boost the bilateral trade, said Pakistan’s Ambassador to US, Ali Jehangir Siddiqui. He was talking to a delegation of Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry at Pakistan’s Embassy in Washington. Former Chief Executive Officer… Continue reading Pakistan Ambassador to USA sees more US investment, trade soon
Turkish President calls Imran Khan, congratulates him on PTI’s election victory
ISLAMABAD, Jul 31 (APP):Turkish President Recep Tayyab Erdogan Tuesday phoned Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Imran Khan to congratulate him on his party’s victory in the parliamentary elections. According to a press statement issued by the party’s Central Media Department, both the leaders resolved to further cement the bilateral relations between the two countries for… Continue reading Turkish President calls Imran Khan, congratulates him on PTI’s election victory
President for enhanced ties with Brazil
ISLAMABAD, Jul 31 (APP):President Mamnoon Hussain Tuesday expressed satisfaction over the increased bilateral cooperation between Pakistan and Brazil and hoped that ties between the two countries in different fields would be further strengthened. He was talking to Chief of Staff of the Brazilian Armed Forces Admiral Ademir Sobrinho, who called on him. On the… Continue reading President for enhanced ties with Brazil