ISLAMABAD, Nov 19 (APP):Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives Asad Umar Thursday announced that the government would spend Rs 600 billion on development projects in nine districts of Southern Balochistan during next three years to improve living standard of the local people. The Federal Government would provide Rs 540 billion, while the rest would… Continue reading Govt announces Rs 600 bln development package for South Balochistan
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Shabbar Zaidi trashes allegations, praises PM as a warrior against status quo
ISLAMABAD, Nov 17 (APP):Syed Shabbar Zaidi, former chairman of Federal Board of Revenue (FBR), Tuesday vehemently rejected certain claims made by opposition leaders regarding his working relationship with Prime Minister Imran Khan as ‘totally fake and baseless’. Thanks Samaa for clarifying. Maulana Sahib is wrong. My statement is in favour of IK. He is fighting… Continue reading Shabbar Zaidi trashes allegations, praises PM as a warrior against status quo
Cabinet approves delegation of legal powers to DSJs in 19 districts to check smuggling
ISLAMABAD, Nov 17 (APP):The Federal Cabinet, which met here Tuesday with Prime Minister Imran Khan in the chair, approved the delegation of legal powers to the District and Sessions Judges (DSJs) of 19 districts to check smuggling. The powers have been given under clause 8(2) of the COVID-19 (Prevention of Smuggling) Ordinance 2020. The cabinet… Continue reading Cabinet approves delegation of legal powers to DSJs in 19 districts to check smuggling
PTI to form govt in G-B: Shibli
ISLAMABAD, Nov 16 (APP): Minister for Information and Broadcasting Senator Shibli Faraz on Monday said the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) would form the government in Gilgit-Baltistan with the support of coalition partners and independent candidates. Minister for Kashmir Affairs Ali Amin Gandapur was in contact with the independent winning candidates, he said while talking to a… Continue reading PTI to form govt in G-B: Shibli
Cabinet approves up-gradation of Children Hospital: SACM
LAHORE, Nov 16 (APP):Special Assistant to Chief Minister Punjab (SACM) on Information Dr Firdous Ashiq Awan on Monday said that the 37th meeting of the provincial cabinet chaired by the Punjab Chief Minister Sardar Usman Buzdar had approved the up-gradation of Children Hospital and Institute of Child Health Lahore to University of Child Health. She… Continue reading Cabinet approves up-gradation of Children Hospital: SACM
Pakistan’s economy emerging at a pace rivaled by none in region: PM
ISLAMABAD, Nov 16 (APP):Prime Minister Imran Khan on Monday said at a time when the global economy was being battered by the adverse effect of COVID-19 pandemic, Pakistan’s was emerging at a pace rivaled by none in the region. Chairing a meeting to review the economic situation, the prime minister reiterated the current government’s resolve… Continue reading Pakistan’s economy emerging at a pace rivaled by none in region: PM
Federal Cabinet approves wheat support price at Rs.1,650 per 40kg
ISLAMABAD, Nov 10 (APP):The Federal Cabinet on Tuesday approved wheat support price at the rate of 1,650 rupees per 40 kilogrammes for coming Rabi crop. Briefing the media persons about the decisions of the federal cabinet meeting chaired by Prime Minister Imran Khan, Minister for Information and Broadcasting Senator Shibli Faraz said that the cabinet… Continue reading Federal Cabinet approves wheat support price at Rs.1,650 per 40kg
Pakistan registers over 10% growth in home remittances; outperforms regional countries
ISLAMABAD, Nov 5 (APP):Pakistan by recording 10.1% growth in home remittances during the last ten years has outperformed other countries of the region including Philippines, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka and India which recorded a growth of 5.6%, 6.4%, 6% and 5.3% respectively during the same period. The launch of Roshan Digital Accounts (RDAs) was a great… Continue reading Pakistan registers over 10% growth in home remittances; outperforms regional countries
BOI to organize ‘CPEC Investment Conference’ on Nov, 25
ISLAMABAD, Nov 5 (APP):The Board of Investment (BOI), Pakistan is planning to organize ‘China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) Industrial Cooperation Business to Business (B2B) Investment Conference on November 25. The BOI, would organize a CPEC, Industrial Cooperation Business to Business (B2B) Investment Conference in Peshawar in collaboration with the KPBOIT, said in a press release… Continue reading BOI to organize ‘CPEC Investment Conference’ on Nov, 25
SC holds full court reference on eve of Justice Faisal Arab’s retirement
ISLAMABAD, Nov 04 (APP):A full court reference was held in the honour of Justice Faisal Arab’s retirement at the Supreme Court here on Wednesday. The reference was addressed by Chief Justice Gulzar Ahmed, Justice Faisal Arab and the President of Supreme Court Bar Association. The ceremony held here, was being attended by all Supreme Court… Continue reading SC holds full court reference on eve of Justice Faisal Arab’s retirement
Housing sector revival, ray of hope for lower middle class
Shahid Mehmood ISLAMABAD, Nov 4 (APP):The revival of pro-poor housing facilities under Prime Minister Imran Khan’s “Naya Pakistan” initiative is a ray of hope for the lower middle income groups yearning to live a dignified life in their own shelter. Unlike the previous regimes, the present government showed strong commitment and launched comprehensive efforts for… Continue reading Housing sector revival, ray of hope for lower middle class
Trump claims victory in US presidential election, after rival Biden says he is ‘on track to win’
NEW YORK, Nov 04 (APP):US President Donald Trump on Wednesday claimed that he had won the presidential election even though millions of votes are still being counted, after his Democratic rival, Joe Biden, told supporters that he was “on track to win” the hotly-contested race. “This is a fraud on the American public,” he told… Continue reading Trump claims victory in US presidential election, after rival Biden says he is ‘on track to win’
Targeting state institutions not in country’s interest: PML-N SVP
PESHAWAR, Nov 04 (APP):Provincial Senior Vice President (SVP) of PML-N Intikhab Khan Chamkani Wednesday said that targeting state institutions was not in the interest of the country. Addressing a press conference here at Press Club, Intikhab Chamkani said PML-N was an ideological political party working for prosperity and development besides strengthening democracy in the country.… Continue reading Targeting state institutions not in country’s interest: PML-N SVP
ADB, Pakistan sign $2 million grant agreement to combat COVID-19
ISLAMABAD, Nov 3 (APP):The Asian Development Bank (ADB) and the Government of Pakistan Tuesday signed a $2 million grant agreement to strengthen Pakistan’s efforts to combat the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic. Secretary of the Economic Affairs Division, Noor Ahmed and ADB Country Director for Pakistan, Xiaohong Yang signed the agreement. The grant financed from the… Continue reading ADB, Pakistan sign $2 million grant agreement to combat COVID-19
Ali Zaidi tested positive for COVID-19
ISLAMABAD, Oct 31 (APP):Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs, Ali Haider Zaidi informed on Saturday that he tested positive for the novel corona virus and went into quarantine. In a statement on social media networking site Twitter, he said that “So they just told that I have tested COVID-19 positive, means I have to quarantine and… Continue reading Ali Zaidi tested positive for COVID-19
PM’s letter represents feelings of Muslims: Shibli
ISLAMABAD, Oct 29 (APP):Minister for Information and Broadcasting Senator Shibli Faraz Thursday said the letter of Prime Minister Imran Khan to heads of Islamic countries represented the feelings and sentiments of Muslims all over the world. The minister, in a tweet, said it was unfortunate that different Western countries were encouraging different measures against Islam… Continue reading PM’s letter represents feelings of Muslims: Shibli
Nation will have to struggle collectively for Naya Pakistan: PM
LAHORE, Oct 28 (APP):Prime Minister Imran Khan on Wednesday said the nation’s collective struggle was a must to realize the dream of a Naya Pakistan by bringing about institutional reforms and ensuring meritocracy. “The people ask me where is the Naya Pakistan. The Naya Pakistan is not a switch (to turn on and get the… Continue reading Nation will have to struggle collectively for Naya Pakistan: PM
Three died, six injured in Quetta blast
QUETTA, Oct 25 (APP):At least three persons died and six others sustained injuries in a blast near Hazarganji area of Quetta on Sunday. According to police, unknown suspects had planted explosive devices with a motorbike and parked it near Hazarganji Fruit Market which went off. As a result, three people died on the spot while… Continue reading Three died, six injured in Quetta blast
President urges masses to adopt SOPs for averting resurgence of COVID-19
QUETTA, Oct 23 (APP):President Arif Alvi on Friday said the corona virus situation was not alarming in the country and urged people to opt for precautionary measures to avert resurgence of COVID-19. “The situation in many countries is once again becoming a concern,” he said while talking to Governor Balochistan Justice (retd) Amanullah Khan Yasinzai… Continue reading President urges masses to adopt SOPs for averting resurgence of COVID-19
World Bank to support Pakistan through IDA during COVID crisis
ISLAMABAD, Oct 23 (APP):The World Bank has appreciated Pakistan government’s reform agenda in various sectors and reiterated commitment to support Pakistan through International Development Association (IDA) 2020 during COVID-19 crisis. The commitment was made during a virtual meeting of Adviser to the Prime Minister on Finance Dr. Abdul Hafeez Shaikh with Managing Director, World Bank… Continue reading World Bank to support Pakistan through IDA during COVID crisis
