PMD forecast rain for various parts of country

ISLAMABAD: August 23 – A view of thick black clouds hovering over the sky in the Federal Capital. APP

ISLAMABAD, Aug 23 (APP):Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecast rain-wind/thundershower in Pothohar region, Islamabad, upper Punjab, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Gilgit Baltistan and Kashmir during the next 24 hours. Heavy falls may also occur at isolated places in the Pothohar region, Islamabad, upper Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Kashmir and upper Punjab during the period. Hot and humid weather is… Continue reading PMD forecast rain for various parts of country

Federal Minister Jamal Shah deposits a gift in Tosha Khana

ISLAMABAD: August 23 - Caretaker Federal Minister for National Heritage and Culture Jamal Shah has deposited a valuable gift in Tosha Khana which was received by him during recent meeting with a foreign diplomat. APP

ISLAMABAD, Aug 23 (APP):Federal Minister for National Heritage and Culture Jamal Shah has deposited a valuable gift in Tosha Khana which was received by him during recent meeting with a foreign diplomat. The gift was a precious ceramic sculpture of a Chinese horse, said a press release here on Wednesday. Federal Minister Jamal Shah while… Continue reading Federal Minister Jamal Shah deposits a gift in Tosha Khana

Minister Jamal Shah announces to work without salary

ISLAMABAD, Aug 23 (APP):Caretaker Federal Minister for National Heritage and Culture Jamal Shah announced that he would not take a salary for his role as the Caretaker Federal Minister for National Heritage and Culture. “The minister has decided to work without remuneration, under the national spirit,” said a press release issued here on Wednesday. The… Continue reading Minister Jamal Shah announces to work without salary

Save the Children Int’l committed towards sustainable climate resilient solutions in Sindh

KARACHI, Aug 23 (APP):As part of response, recovery, reconstruction and rehabilitation under Floods Response 2022, Save the Children International (SCI) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Inger Ashing is meeting with senior officials of the Sindh government. The delegation seeks insights and fostering collaborations for carrying out the advanced phase of Floods Response 2022 and contributing toward… Continue reading Save the Children Int’l committed towards sustainable climate resilient solutions in Sindh

2 outlaws arrested : weapon recovered

Dera Ismail Khan, Aug 23 (APP): Dera police during a search and strike operation against criminal elements arrested two accused and recovered weapons from their possession in the limits of Band Korai police station on Wednesday. According to the details, SHO Band Korai police station Khalil Khan Baloch checked around 15 houses during the search… Continue reading 2 outlaws arrested : weapon recovered

Haris Rauf advances in ICC Men’s ODI Player Rankings

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By Sohail Ali LAHORE, Aug 23 (APP):Pakistan fast bowler Haris Rauf has moved up to occupy a career-best 36th position in the ICC Men’s ODI Player Rankings after ripping through Afghanistan’s batting lineup in their opening fixture of a three-match series being played in Sri Lanka. Rauf’s haul of five for 18 in Hambantota that… Continue reading Haris Rauf advances in ICC Men’s ODI Player Rankings

120,000 liters of smuggled Irani diesel seized in DI Khan

DERA ISMAIL KHAN, Aug 23 (APP):The district police on Wednesday claimed to have foiled a bid of smuggling recovering 120,000 liters Irani diesel here in the limits of Daraban Police station during last 24 hours. According to a police spokesman, a police team led by Daraban Police Station SHO Abdul Ghaffar Khan along with Daraban… Continue reading 120,000 liters of smuggled Irani diesel seized in DI Khan

High-level committee to be formed to address grievances of daily wager teachers: Minister

ISLAMABAD: August 22 - Caretaker Minister for Federal Education and Professional Training, Madad Ali Sindhi met with the delegation of daily wager teachers. APP

ISLAMABAD, Aug 22 (APP): Caretaker Minister for Federal Education and Professional Training, Madad Ali Sindhi Tuesday announced that a high-level committee would be formed to address the grievances of the daily wage teachers. He was speaking during a meeting with the delegation of daily wage teachers in the presence of the Director General, Federal Directorate… Continue reading High-level committee to be formed to address grievances of daily wager teachers: Minister

Governor assents “the University of Larkano Bill 2023”

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HYDERABAD, Aug 22 (APP):The Governor of Sindh Kamran Tessori has finally assented to “the University of Larkano Bill 2023” passed by the Provincial Assembly of Sindh in its session held on July 24, 2023. According to a press statement, issued from the PRO office of the University of Sindh here on late Tuesday evening, as… Continue reading Governor assents “the University of Larkano Bill 2023”

Smokers urged to quit smoking to avoid heart diseases

HYDERABAD, Aug 22 (APP):A cardiologist on Tuesday urged smokers to quit smoking as it damages nearly every organ in the body, besides mental health issues among the individuals. “People can significantly reduce their chance of smoking-related disease by giving it up,” said Dr Zaman. Talking to APP, he informed that tobacco smoke contains more than… Continue reading Smokers urged to quit smoking to avoid heart diseases

CM’s visit to Holy Family Hospital unveils patients’ complaints

LAHORE, Aug 22 (APP):Punjab Caretaker Chief Minister Mohsin Naqvi visited the Holy Family Hospital Rawalpindi, uncovering concerning inadequacies in medical facilities and distressing patient conditions. Patients and their attendants voiced a multitude of complaints during the visit, said a handout issued here on Tuesday. The CM issued a stern warning to Medical Superintendent and the… Continue reading CM’s visit to Holy Family Hospital unveils patients’ complaints

Unstoppable spate of robberies sweeps Multan, Citizens plunge into despair

MULTAN, Aug 22 (APP): In a shocking turn of events, Multan has been besieged by an unprecedented wave of robberies, leaving citizens grappling with loss and police authorities trying to stop the escalating crime spree. During the last 24 hours, a flurry of audacious thefts has rocked various parts of the city, resulting in the… Continue reading Unstoppable spate of robberies sweeps Multan, Citizens plunge into despair

Intellectuals condemn Jaranwala incident,  express solidarity with Christian community

MULTAN, Aug 22 (APP):A delegation of poets, writers, intellectuals, and journalists met with Bishop of Multan Leo Rodrick Pal at the Cathedral of Saint Mary The Virgin in the city and expressed solidarity with him and the Christian community across Pakistan over the Jaranwala incident. The delegation comprising Javed Yaad, Raziuddin Razi, Qamar Raza Shahzad,… Continue reading Intellectuals condemn Jaranwala incident,  express solidarity with Christian community

IoU organises students’ visit to Sustainable Water Solutions to get hands-on experience

ISLAMABAD, Aug 22 (APP):The Institute of Urbanism (IoU) on Tuesday organised field visits to different sustainable water solutions implemented in various areas of the federal capital to get ground based experience of innovations adopted to manage water as a natural resource facing pressure due to environmental degradation and urbanisation. The Institute of Urbanism (IoU) and… Continue reading IoU organises students’ visit to Sustainable Water Solutions to get hands-on experience

Possible flood: tent villages set up in Multan division

MULTAN, Aug 22 (APP): Commissioner Multan division, Engineer Aamir Khattak , said that tent villages have been set up across the division in view of possible flood situations. He said that all facilities have been provided in tent villages set up across the division. Commissioner expressed these views while presiding over a meeting to review… Continue reading Possible flood: tent villages set up in Multan division

CM condemns terror attack in South Wazirstan

LAHORE, Aug 22 (APP):Punjab Caretaker Chief Minister Mohsin Naqvi has vehemently condemned a recent firing incident in South Waziristan. In a media statement on Tuesday, he paid a solemn tribute to the exemplary sacrifice made by the martyred security personnel. He remarked that the valiant sons of the nation had laid down their lives to… Continue reading CM condemns terror attack in South Wazirstan

Six outlaws held, stolen items, weapons recovered

DERA ISMAIL KHAN, Aug 22 (APP):The district police on Tuesday claimed to have arrested six outlaws recovering stolen goods, cash and illegal arms from their possession. According to a police spokesman, the Paharpur police led by SHO Attah Ullah Khan arrested accused Asif son of Rabnawaz who was wanted to police in two different theft… Continue reading Six outlaws held, stolen items, weapons recovered

PPP terms ‘Digital Census’ as fake, far bigger damage to Sindh

KARACHI, Aug 22 (APP):Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) Senator Taj Haider has expressed concern over the digital census saying that his party’s central election cell has received disturbing reports about the undercount of the population from sources located in different provinces. He said that Initial computations in the province of Sindh reveal that the damage done… Continue reading PPP terms ‘Digital Census’ as fake, far bigger damage to Sindh

59 power pilferers nabbed in a day in South Punjab

MULTAN, Aug 22 (APP):Multan Electric Power Company (MEPCO) has caught 59 power pilferers during separate operations launched throughout South Punjab in a day, MEPCO official said on Tuesday. MEPCO teams accompanying task forces raided different places in Multan, Vehari, Sahiwal, Rahimyar Khan, Muzaffargarh, Bahawalnagar, Khanewal, and Dera Ghazi Khan and detected theft of 57,000 electricity… Continue reading 59 power pilferers nabbed in a day in South Punjab

Illegal slaughter house sealed; huge quantity of sick animals’ meat seized

DERA ISMAIL KHAN, Aug 22 (APP): The district administration has closed down an illegal slaughterhouse and seized thousands of kilograms of sick animals’ meat during a raid conducted in Mohallah Garhiban, opposite Besakhi ground. According to a spokesman of the administration, following the instructions of Deputy Commissioner Mansoor Arshad, a special team headed by Assistant… Continue reading Illegal slaughter house sealed; huge quantity of sick animals’ meat seized

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