ISLAMABAD, Jan 24 (APP):Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday expressed his regret over the inconvenience suffered by the general public as a major power outage hit the country on Monday. “On behalf of my government, I would like to express my sincere regrets for the inconvenience our citizens suffered due to power outage yesterday,” he… Continue reading PM regrets inconvenience faced by nation due to major power outage
Author: Shafek Koreshe
A Senior Journalist serving as Director Digital News for the Associated Press of Pakistan; with 30 years experience in covering major national, international news stories, well-traveled; covered summits, conflict zones and special assignments.
IAEA-Pakistan to collaborate to strengthen Nuclear Security Regime in Pakistan
ISLAMABAD, Jan 19 (APP): Director Division of Nuclear Security (NSNS), International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), Ms. Elena Buglova, during her visit to Pakistan, expressed her appreciation for Pakistan’s support in the implementation of IAEA-Pakistan Nuclear Security Cooperation Program. Ms. Buglova along with her team was on visit to Pakistan from January 17-19 which was aimed… Continue reading IAEA-Pakistan to collaborate to strengthen Nuclear Security Regime in Pakistan
CM Parvez Elahi takes vote of confidence in controversial process
LAHORE, Jan 12 (APP): Punjab Chief Minister Chaudhry Parvez Elahi has taken vote of confidence by getting 186 votes in a controversial voting procedure in the Punjab Assembly, on late Wednesday night. The opposition boycotted the vote of confidence procedure after blaming that rules of the assembly and constitution were violated by the PA Speaker.… Continue reading CM Parvez Elahi takes vote of confidence in controversial process
One killed, six injured in firing at Imran Khan’s long march
LAHORE/WAZIRABAD, Nov 03 (APP): Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Imran Khan and several party members were injured while a PTI activist was killed in firing incident at Imran Khan’s container during his “Azadi March” in Wazirabad, on Thursday. Talking to the media here, Advisor to Chief Minister Punjab on Home and Information Omer Sarfraz Cheema said… Continue reading One killed, six injured in firing at Imran Khan’s long march
PM Shehbaz meets NPC’s standing committee chairman
BEIJING, Nov 2 (APP): Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday met Chairman of the Standing Committee of the National Peoples Congress Li Zhanshu and discussed the bilateral matters and mutual cooperation. The meeting was held at the Great Hall of the People where he also earlier met Chinese President Xi Jinping and Premier Li Keqiang.… Continue reading PM Shehbaz meets NPC’s standing committee chairman
Polio vaccination a religious, humanitarian duty: Al-Azhar University
ISLAMABAD, Oct 13 (APP): Internationally acclaimed Al-Azhar University of Islamic teachings in a fatwa said vaccination against the deadly Polio disease was a “religious, medical, and humanitarian duty.” The Al- Azhar University dismissed the fatwas issued in Pakistan against Polio vaccination of children and termed it a violation of rights of the children and their… Continue reading Polio vaccination a religious, humanitarian duty: Al-Azhar University
Sanjrani stresses provision of basic health facilities to flood hit people
ISLAMABAD, Sep 28 (APP): Chairman Senate Muhammad Sadiq Sanjrani on Wednesday said that timely provision of basic health facilities to the flood-affected people of Sindh and Balochistan was the need of the hour as risks of diseases galore in the flood-affected areas. Talking to a delegation of Medicines San Frontier (MSF) or Doctors Without Borders… Continue reading Sanjrani stresses provision of basic health facilities to flood hit people
PM arrives in New York to participate in UNGA’s 77th session
NEW YORK, Sept 19 (APP): Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif arrived in New York Monday night to lead Pakistan’s delegation to the 77th session of the United Nations General Assembly, in which some 140 world leaders are expected to take part. The prime minister is set to address the 193-member Assembly during its high-level debate on… Continue reading PM arrives in New York to participate in UNGA’s 77th session
UN chief calls for calm in Pakistan, reduction of tensions & rule of law
UNITED NATIONS, Aug 22 (APP): Amid government-opposition tensions in Pakistan, UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres Monday called for calm, de-escalation of tensions and respect for rule of law. “The Secretary-General is aware of the charges brought against former Prime Minister Imran Khan and emphasizes the need for a competent, independent and impartial legal process,” his spokesperson… Continue reading UN chief calls for calm in Pakistan, reduction of tensions & rule of law
OIC UNA greets Pakistan on 75th independence anniversary
ISLAMABAD, Aug 15 (APP): The Union of OIC News Agencies (UNA) on Monday extended greetings to Pakistan as the counrty celebrated its 75th anniversary of independence on Sunday. The UNA, a body of the news agencies of the Organziation of Islamaic Cooperation (OIC) countries joined the world to greet the people and government of Pakistan… Continue reading OIC UNA greets Pakistan on 75th independence anniversary
Pakistan Civil Awards 2022
On the occasion of 75th Anniversary (Diamond Jubilee) of Pakistan, 14th August 2022, the President of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan has been pleased to confer the following ‘Pakistan Civil Awards’ on citizens of Pakistan as well as Foreign Nationals for showing excellence and courage in their respective fields. The Investiture Ceremony of these awards… Continue reading Pakistan Civil Awards 2022
Cutting-edge technology used to eliminate Al-Zawahiri
ISLAMABAD, Aug 6 (APP): The cutting-edge technology used to take out top Al-Qaeda leader Ayman Al-Zawahri has become a hot topic for defense and intelligence officials across the world, triggering a debate and speculations on how a high-value target was eliminated. President Joe Biden in an address from the White House made the announcement Monday… Continue reading Cutting-edge technology used to eliminate Al-Zawahiri
ECP verdict proves Imran Khan ‘a certified liar’: PM
Islamabad, Aug 2 (APP): Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday said the verdict of the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) had yet again proved Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf Chairman Imran Khan as a ‘certified liar’ over submitting false affidavits. “The ECP verdict on PTI foreign funding case charge sheets Imran Niazi for violating the Constitution, submitting false… Continue reading ECP verdict proves Imran Khan ‘a certified liar’: PM
Punjab is political citadel of PML-N: Marriyum Aurangzeb
LAHORE, Jul 23 (APP): Federal Minsiter for Information and Broadcasting Marriyum Aurangzeb has said that Punjab is political citadel of Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) and it will remain so. “Punjab’s mandate belonged to Nawaz Sharif and PML-N has reclaimed it today,” she said while talking to media men outside the Governor’s House here on Friday… Continue reading Punjab is political citadel of PML-N: Marriyum Aurangzeb
Pakistan: The Era of Digitalization
For many in Pakistan the word “Fintech” may be new, however, the digital markets and businesses are tirelessly working towards the growth of this industry, which has seen rapid growth across the world. Fintechs are the combination of financial services and digital technology and provide innovative solutions to consumers and businesses. They have a significant… Continue reading Pakistan: The Era of Digitalization
Senate passes resolution on Israeli illegal occupation of Palestinian territories
ISLAMABAD, May 30 (APP): The Senate of Pakistan on Monday unanimously passed a resolution on longstanding Israeli illegal occupation of Palestinian territories and atrocities against the innocent Palestinian people. The resolution which was moved by Senator Mushtaq Ahmed said that the house is cognizant of longstanding Israeli illegal occupation of Palestinian territories and atrocities over… Continue reading Senate passes resolution on Israeli illegal occupation of Palestinian territories
Imran Khan demands dissolution of assemblies; date for fresh election; Islamabad March between May 25-29
Former Prime Minister Imran Khan Friday demanded dissolution of the assemblies and announcement of date for fresh election, else his party would march on Islamabad anytime between May 25 to 29.
NDMC issues drought alert
ISLAMABAD, April 16 (APP): The National Drought Management Centre (NDMC) has issued a drought alert and warned that due to lower rainfall and a heatwave situation the country may experience higher temperatures. According to the alert the country overall received below normal (-21.6%) rainfall from January to April 2022. Due to a good amount of… Continue reading NDMC issues drought alert
Safety of life, properties of passengers among top priorities of Railways Minister
ISLAMABAD, Apr 20 (APP): Federal Minister for Railways Khawaja Saad Rafique on Wednesday emphasized ensuring the safety of life and property of passengers. Presiding over a special meeting on ‘security of train operations’ after assuming charge as Federal Minister for Railways, Khawaja Saad Rafique said: “Safety of life and property of passengers should be ensured… Continue reading Safety of life, properties of passengers among top priorities of Railways Minister
Shehbaz Sharif takes oath as Prime Minister
ISLAMABAD, Apr 11 (APP): Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz President Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif Monday took the oath as the Prime Minister of Pakistan. Acting President and Senate Chairman Sadiq Sanjrani administered the oath of office to the newly-elected prime minister, after winning a vote of no confidence in the National Assembly. The ceremony was held here at… Continue reading Shehbaz Sharif takes oath as Prime Minister
