Allama Khadim Hussain Rizvi passes away in Lahore

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ISLAMABAD, Nov 19 (APP): Allama Khadim Hussain Rizvi, the leader of Tehreek-e-Labbaik Pakistan breathed his last Thursday night at Lahore, his party announced. He was 55. No reason for his death was given. His party officials said he was rushed to a hospital after he had problem breathing and had fever for past few days.… Continue reading Allama Khadim Hussain Rizvi passes away in Lahore

Indian media’s fake “civil war” in Pakistan, falls flat on face

In an abortive attempt to create diversion from Narendra Modi’s human rights abuses in Kashmir, the Indian media went berserk by propagating fake news about a “civil war” like situation in Karachi, triggering a hilarious response from the twitterati in Pakistan, who enjoyed every bit of the ridiculous reports. #CivilWarInPakistan and #KarachiCivilWar were in no… Continue reading Indian media’s fake “civil war” in Pakistan, falls flat on face

Governor KP meets Federal Minister Abdul Aleem Khan

PESHAWAR, May 18 (APP):Governor of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Faisal Karim Kundi on Saturday met with Federal Minister for Privatization, Board of Investment and Communications Abdul Aleem Khan. Various issues including increasing investment opportunities in the province, ongoing projects under the management of the Ministry of Communications were discussed in the meeting. Various suggestions for creating… Continue reading Governor KP meets Federal Minister Abdul Aleem Khan

MOFA Crises Unit activated to assist Pakistani nationals in Kyrgyz, their families

ISLAMABAD, May 18 (APP): At the instruction of Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA), on Saturday activated its Crisis Management Unit for the facilitation and assistance of the Pakistani nationals in the Kyrgyz Republic and their families. They may contact the unit at the following numbers:-… Continue reading MOFA Crises Unit activated to assist Pakistani nationals in Kyrgyz, their families

Women empowerment vital in bringing about positive social change

Asmat Shah Garwaki PESHAWAR, May 18 (APP):Amidst the challenges of conservative traditions and limited opportunities, the women of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa are resilient to prove their mettle in almost every field of life by breaking barriers and carving out spaces of influence in their respective communities. Through their determination and unwavering spirit, these rural women of… Continue reading Women empowerment vital in bringing about positive social change

FOSPAH stresses property rights awareness as key for Act 2020 implementation

ISLAMABAD, May 18 (APP):A FOSPAH official stressed the importance of creating awareness about the implementation of the Property Rights Act, 2020, highlighting the various challenges faced by women, especially about property rights after marriage. Talking to APP, a senior official of the Federal Ombudsman Secretariat for Protection Against Harassment (FOSPAH) stressed the need for awareness… Continue reading FOSPAH stresses property rights awareness as key for Act 2020 implementation

Poet Obaidullah Aleem remembered on death anniversary

ISLAMABAD, May 18 (APP):The 26th death anniversary of the famous poet of modern Urdu Obaidullah Aleem was observed on Saturday. He was born on June 12, 1939, in Bhopal, British India. Obaidullah Aleem completed his post-graduation in Urdu from Karachi University. Obaidullah Aleem was ranked among the best Ghazal writers of modern times. He started… Continue reading Poet Obaidullah Aleem remembered on death anniversary

Int’l Museum Day observed today

ISLAMABAD, May 18 (APP):International Museum Day is being observed today to raise awareness about the importance of museums. The theme for this year’s day is “Museums for Education and Research”. The day aims to unite museums globally and emphasizes their significant role in raising awareness, fostering understanding, and promoting the appreciation of diverse cultures. Several… Continue reading Int’l Museum Day observed today

Kyrgyz Charge d’affaires handed over a demarche over last night’s violent incident against Pakistani students

ISLAMABAD, May 18 (APP):Charge d’affaires of the Kyrgyz Embassy in Pakistan Melis Moldaliev on Saturday was called to the Foreign Office for a demarche by Director General (ECO & CARs) Aizaz Khan, conveying the deep concerns of the Government of Pakistan about the reports of last night’s incidents against Pakistani students studying in the Kyrgyz… Continue reading Kyrgyz Charge d’affaires handed over a demarche over last night’s violent incident against Pakistani students

Kyrgyz authorities contacted to ensure Pakistani students’ safety: Dar

ISLAMABAD, May 18 (APP): Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar on Saturday said that the government had established contact with the Kyrgyz authorities to ensure the protection of Pakistani students in Bishkek, amidst the incidents of mob violence. According to Pakistan’s Embassy, foreign students living in Bishkek including those from Pakistan, were subjected to… Continue reading Kyrgyz authorities contacted to ensure Pakistani students’ safety: Dar

PM says monitoring Bishkek situation; directs envoy to help Pakistani students

ISLAMABAD, May 18 (APP): Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Saturday expressing concerns over the situation of violence in Bishkek, directed Pakistan’s Ambassador in Kyrgyzstan Hassan Ali Zaigham to provide all necessary support to the Pakistani students. The prime minister asked him to personally visit the hostels of Pakistani students and meet them, PM Office Media… Continue reading PM says monitoring Bishkek situation; directs envoy to help Pakistani students

Mob violence in Bishkek: Embassy says no confirmed reports of any Pakistani student’s death; helplines set up

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BISHKEK (Kyrgyzstan), May 18 (APP): A number of Pakistani students studying in Bishkek were subjected to mob violence late Friday night with many of them receiving injuries, though the embassy has far confirmed no death. According to Pakistan’s Embassy in Bishkek, foreign students living in Bishkek including those from Pakistan, were attacked by locals in… Continue reading Mob violence in Bishkek: Embassy says no confirmed reports of any Pakistani student’s death; helplines set up

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