Imran Khan vows not to let “imported govt” be imposed on Pakistan

ISLAMABAD, Apr 08 (APP): Prime Minister Imran Khan Friday expressed his firm resolve not to let an “imported government” be imposed in Pakistan to serve the interests of foreign powers. In a televised address to the nation, Prime Minister Imran Khan, who is confronting an opposition alliance of around a dozen religio-political parties, said, “The… Continue reading Imran Khan vows not to let “imported govt” be imposed on Pakistan

NA dissolution “unconstitutional”; Cabinet, restored: SC

The Supreme Court Thursday declared the ruling by the NA deputy speaker “unconstitutional” and ordered the restoration of National Assembly and the Cabinet, besides asking the House to meet till Saturday to proceed with the vote of no-confidence against the prime minister. A short order signed by all the five members of the SC larger… Continue reading NA dissolution “unconstitutional”; Cabinet, restored: SC

No-Confidence Motion Rejected

ISLAMABAD, April 3 (APP): Deputy Speaker of National Assembly Qasim Suri Sunday rejected the Vote of No Confidence Motion moved by the joint opposition against Prime Minister Imran Khan, citing Article 5 of the Constitution of Pakistan, under which loyalty to the State was the basic duty of every citizen. Deputy Speaker National Assembly Qasim… Continue reading No-Confidence Motion Rejected

US ‘closely’ following developments in Pakistan, but denies threat letter to Imran’s govt

WASHINGTON, Apr 1 (APP): The United States is “closely” monitoring the situation in Pakistan and supports the country’s constitutional process, a State Department spokesman said Thursday when asked about Prime Minister Imran Khan’s statement that a “foreign country” was working with the opposition to oust his government. “Well, we are closely following developments in Pakistan,… Continue reading US ‘closely’ following developments in Pakistan, but denies threat letter to Imran’s govt

Following NSC decision; Demarche made through diplomatic channels

ISLAMABAD, Marc 31 (APP): Pakistan Thursday said “requisite demarches have been made” through diplomatic channels as decided earlier in the National Security Committee meeting, a statement from the Foreign Office said. The National Security Committee, the country’s highest security forum that was summoned earlier in the day expressed grave concern at the communication from a… Continue reading Following NSC decision; Demarche made through diplomatic channels

“We will not be slaves … Pakistan will never compromise on its national interests”: Imran Khan

Prime Minister Imran Khan addressing a mammoth gathering at Parade Ground Islamabad

Prime Minister Imran Khan Sunday laid bare the grand conspiracy being hatched against the country to target the independent foreign policy being pursued by his government and the “funding” made to the joint opposition alliance to dislodge a democratically elected government.

Eminent journalist – ex DG APP M. Aftab passes away

A file photo of M.Aftab, former Director General of Associated Press of Pakistan, who passed away here Saturday

ISLAMABAD, March 26 (APP): M. Aftab, an eminent journalist and former Director-General of the Associated Press of Pakistan (APP) passed away this afternoon, his family said. He was 84. M. Aftab was in a local hospital for the past two weeks after complications due to fluctuating blood pressure, his family said. He left behind a… Continue reading Eminent journalist – ex DG APP M. Aftab passes away

Thousands of enthusiastic PTI workers head to Islamabad on call of Imran Khan to stand up against “evil”

Prime Minister Imran Khan to address public gathering on March 27 at Parade Ground Islamabad

Thousands of enthusiastic workers of PTI Saturday left their home towns from as far as Skardu and beyond in the north to caravans from the southern port city of Karachi and the rugged terrain of Balochistan to head towards the parade ground in Islamabad to express solidarity with Prime Minister Imran Khan.

Missile “misfire” shows India is an “irresponsible state” with nuclear weapons: Moeed Yusuf

National Security Adviser (NSA) Dr Moeed Yusuf Thursday said the recent missile “misfire” from India proved that India was “an irresponsible state with nuclear weapons” and the threat it posed to regional security must remain an issue of international concern.

Pakistan Day Parade – Live from the Parade Ground

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48th Session of the OIC Council of Foreign Ministers

Prime Minister Imran Khan along with Foreign Ministers, Heads of Delegations of OIC member states and other international organistations in a group photograph at the Parliament House building, gathered for the 48th session of the OIC Council of Foreign Ministers meeting.

India finally admits accidental firing of a missile

ISLAMABAD, Mar 11 (APP): Two days after the crash of an unarmed supersonic missile in Pakistani territory, India on Friday finally admitted it as an “accidental firing of a missile”. The irresponsible handling of a supersonic missile sent jitters across world capitals as the incident could have led to a conflict between two nuclear-armed countries.… Continue reading India finally admits accidental firing of a missile

Chechen President appreciates Imran Khan’s stance on Islamophobia

ISLAMABAD, Mar 11 (APP): The President of Russia’s Muslim-majority Chechnya region Ramzan Kadyrov has expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Imran Khan for his stance on Islamophobia in the United Nations and other world forums and said the Muslims in Russia see him with “great respect and honour.” “Personally I was profoundly and eagerly looking forward… Continue reading Chechen President appreciates Imran Khan’s stance on Islamophobia

Pakistan lodges strong protest over violation of its airspace by a ‘super-sonic flying object’ of Indian origin*

ISLAMABAD, March 10 (APP): Pakistan on Thursday summoned the Charge d’Affaires (Cd’A) of India to Foreign Office to convey Pakistan’s strong protest over the unprovoked violation of its airspace by an Indian origin ‘super-sonic flying object’. The projectile entered into Pakistan from ‘Suratgarh’ India at 1843 hrs. (PST) on 9 March 2022 and crashed near… Continue reading Pakistan lodges strong protest over violation of its airspace by a ‘super-sonic flying object’ of Indian origin*

Pakistan, Uzbekistan agree to enhance youth cooperation, promote S&T linkages

ISLAMABAD, Mar 4 (APP): Pakistan and Uzbekistan Friday agreed to enhance bilateral cooperation between the youths and promote science and technology linkages for benefit of the two peoples. The bilateral ties were discussed in a bilateral meeting between President Arif Alvi and his Uzbek counterpart Shavkat Mirziyoyev wherein they exchanged views on a wide range… Continue reading Pakistan, Uzbekistan agree to enhance youth cooperation, promote S&T linkages

Fake threats from India fail to disrupt tour of Aussies

APP28-280222 RAWALPINDI: February 28 - Pakistani cricketers are busy in physical training during practice session at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. APP photo by Abid Zia

ISLAMABAD, Feb 28 (APP): The Australian and Pakistani cricket boards and the government security agencies Monday dismissed a threat, made out to Australian cricketer Ashton Agar, warning him not to undertake the tour to Pakistan.

Moeed Yusuf pays tribute to armed forces on 3rd anniversary of Op Swift Retort

NSA Dr Moeed Yusuf - File Photo

ISLAMABAD, Feb 27 (APP): National Security Adviser Moeed Yusuf Sunday paid rich tributes to the “valiant armed forces for their actions” during operation Swift Retort.” The NSA on the third anniversary of the Operation in which the Pakistan Air Force successfully downed two Indian fighter aircraft, in a tweet said; “On 27th Feb 2019, Pakistan’s… Continue reading Moeed Yusuf pays tribute to armed forces on 3rd anniversary of Op Swift Retort

PAF’s Operation Swift Retort – Feb 27 Continues to haunt IAF

By Shafek Koreshe Three years after the downing of two Indian Air Force aircraft and capture of one pilot, the IAF is yet to recover from the humiliation at the hands of a far smaller adversary – the PAF which exposed to the world the inherent military weakness of a “nuclear-armed” India. The Indian botched… Continue reading PAF’s Operation Swift Retort – Feb 27 Continues to haunt IAF

Edhi team reaches Afghanistan, starts survey for provision of humanitarian services

Edhi Foundation - File Photo

PESHAWAR, Feb 24 (APP):A team of Edhi Foundation, Pakistan’s largest humanitarian organization, has reached Afghanistan for extending help to distressed Afghans. The team is headed by Saad Edhi, son of Abdul Sattar Edhi (Late), founder of the Edhi organization, says a statement issued here on Thursday. The team members are meeting different people from government… Continue reading Edhi team reaches Afghanistan, starts survey for provision of humanitarian services

2 Indians Among 8 Arrested in Nepal For Possessing Uranium-Like Substances

ISLAMABAD, Feb 17 (APP): Two Indians were among eight people arrested in Kathmandu for possessing uranium-like substances, which were brought from India to be sold illegally in Nepal, police said. According to the Indian newspaper Deccan Herald, the police on a tip-off, arrested eight people after they recovered these substances from a car parked in… Continue reading 2 Indians Among 8 Arrested in Nepal For Possessing Uranium-Like Substances

Author: Shafek Koreshe