Author: Abdul Hanan

Islamabad police intensify security measures in vital areas

ISLAMABAD, Oct 12 (APP):Superintendent of Police (SP) for the High Security Zone conducted a thorough assessment of security protocols and safety measures in the R-Block, S-Block, and Pak-Secretariat. During this assessment, the SP of the High Security Zone personally oversaw the security arrangements and held discussions with the officers and personnel responsible for security duties,… Continue reading Islamabad police intensify security measures in vital areas

PTA continues crackdown on Illegal SIMs issuance

ISLAMABAD, Oct 12 (APP):Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) Zonal office, Peshawar in collaboration with the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) Cyber Crime Circle conducted a raid against a mobile phone company franchisee located on Kohat Road, Peshawar. The franchisee and his team were involved in the illegal issuance of SIMs against Afghan passports, said a news release… Continue reading PTA continues crackdown on Illegal SIMs issuance

Huawei launches wold’s first product solutions with 5.5G capabilities

BEIJING, Oct 12 (APP):Huawei launched the world’s first comprehensive solutions for products with 5.5G capabilities during the 14th Global Mobile Broadband Forum (MBBF) held this week in Dubai, the United Arab Emirates. The solutions aim to provide tenfold improvement in network capabilities compared to 5G through innovations in broadband, frequency band, antenna and other aspects,… Continue reading Huawei launches wold’s first product solutions with 5.5G capabilities

DG Rangers visits riverine areas of Kandhkot

KARACHI, Oct 12 (APP):Director General (DG) Pakistan Rangers Sindh Major General Azhar Waqas paid a detailed visit of riverine areas in Kandhkot, Sindh and reviewed the operation against the criminals and dacoits. The spokesman for Rangers told on Thursday that the Sector Commander of the area concerned presented a detailed briefing about the operation to… Continue reading DG Rangers visits riverine areas of Kandhkot

Federal Railways secretary plans China visit to attract investors to ML-1 Project

ISLAMABAD, Oct 12 (APP):Federal Railways Secretary Syed Mazhar Ali Shah chaired a meeting to prepare for an impending visit to China, focusing on the Belt and Road Forum (BRF). The primary objectives included promoting the ML-1 project and showcasing railway initiatives for potential investors. The overall preparations were assessed as satisfactory. Furthermore, additional significant railway… Continue reading Federal Railways secretary plans China visit to attract investors to ML-1 Project

Dengue tally reaches 1,732 cases in Rawalpindi

RAWALPINDI, Oct 12 (APP):The Rawalpindi’s dengue total tally had reached 1,732 positive cases with the arrival of 26 more patients during the last 24 hours. District Coordinator Epidemics Prevention and Control (DCEPC), Dr Sajjad Mehmood Thursday said that 18 patients had arrived from the Potohar town urban area, five from Municipal Corporation Rawalpindi, two from… Continue reading Dengue tally reaches 1,732 cases in Rawalpindi

Commissioner for strict action to prevent smog

MULTAN, Oct 12 (APP):Commissioner Multan division, Engineer Amir Khattak, ordered crackdown against those involved in burning of crop residues and waste to prevent smog. He expressed these views while presiding over review meeting on performance of environment department here on Thursday. He also ordered to seal the factories causing environmental pollution by serving notices and… Continue reading Commissioner for strict action to prevent smog

Ali Mardan directs to restore electricity to agriculture sector

QUETTA, Oct 12 (APP):Balochistan Caretaker Chief Minister Mir Ali Mardan Khan Domki on Thursday directed the Chief Executive QESCO to restore electricity to the agricultural sector by tomorrow and ensure electricity supply to legal tube wells at least eight hours in a day. Chief Minister Balochistan while presiding an emergency meeting of the Finance Department,… Continue reading Ali Mardan directs to restore electricity to agriculture sector

IRSA releases 112,100 cusecs water

ISLAMABAD, Oct 12 (APP):Indus River System Authority (IRSA) on Thursday released 112,100 cusecs water from various rim stations with inflow of 77,500 cusecs. According to the data released by IRSA, water level in River Indus at Tarbela Dam was 1529.45 feet and was 131.45 feet higher than its dead level of 1,398 feet. Water inflow… Continue reading IRSA releases 112,100 cusecs water

CS reviews progress on 33 priority projects

LAHORE, Oct 12 (APP):Chief Secretary Punjab Zahid Akhtar Zaman reviewed the pace of work on 33 priority development projects on Thursday. At the Civil Secretariat meeting, the Planning and Development chairman briefed the chief secretary about the progress on schemes  of various departments – 10 schemes of specialised healthcare department, six each of housing and… Continue reading CS reviews progress on 33 priority projects

21 drug peddlers, bootleggers, illegal weapon holders netted

RAWALPINDI, Oct 12 (APP):The Rawalpindi police, in an action against suspected drug peddlers, bootleggers, illegal weapon holders and other lawbreakers here on Thursday arrested 21 accused besides recovering over 12 kg charras, 42 liters liquor, six liquor bottles, three 30 bore pistols, ammunition and other items from their possession. A police spokesperson said that Wah… Continue reading 21 drug peddlers, bootleggers, illegal weapon holders netted

SNGPL denies issuing winter gas schedule

LAHORE, Oct 12 (APP):The Sui Northern Gas Pipelines Limited (SNGPL) has denied issuing any winter gas schedule. According to the company’s spokesperson, the SNGPL has not issued any gas schedule for winter season. In a statement, the company termed all such information circulating mainly in the electronic and social media, baseless. The spokesperson further said… Continue reading SNGPL denies issuing winter gas schedule

MoIT issues notification for CERT Rules 2023

ISLAMABAD, Oct 12 (APP):The Ministry of Information Technology and Telecommunication (MoIT) here on Thursday issued a notification for the Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT) Rules 2023. Federal Minister for Information Technology and Telecommunication, Dr. Umar Saif, said that the initiative aimed mm,to enhance Pakistan’s cyber security measures, prevent potential cyber threats to the country’s data,… Continue reading MoIT issues notification for CERT Rules 2023

Bilawal Bhutto Zardari expresses grief over tragic accident near Babraloi bypass

ISLAMABAD, Oct 12 (APP):PPP Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari on Thursday expressed his heartfelt condolences and sorrow over the tragic accident near the Sukkur Babraloi Bypass involving a bus and van. The accident has resulted in the loss of 12 precious lives, causing deep distress and sadness. Bilawal Bhutto Zardari in a… Continue reading Bilawal Bhutto Zardari expresses grief over tragic accident near Babraloi bypass

CDA retrieves 700 kanals land in Sector I-12

ISLAMABAD, Oct 12 (APP):The Capital Development Authority (CDA) has retrieved as many as 700 kanals of its precious land from the land grabbers in Sector I-12 of the federal capital in the last two days. “The authority has launched a comprehensive operation to curb encroachments in the federal capital on the directives of CDA Chairman… Continue reading CDA retrieves 700 kanals land in Sector I-12

CDNS attains Rs 420 billion targets in fresh bond

ISLAMABAD, Oct 12 (APP):The Central Directorate of National Savings (CDNS) has accomplished a target of Rs 420 billion in fresh bonds in the current fiscal year, from July 1 to October 10th. The CDNS surpassed the annual target and achieved the target of Rs 1.6 trillion in fresh bonds in the current fiscal year, the… Continue reading CDNS attains Rs 420 billion targets in fresh bond

Bilawal expresses concerns over abduction of Sindh policemen

ISLAMABAD, Oct 12 (APP):Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari Thursday expressed serious concerns over the abduction of five police officials including Station House Officer (SHO) by armed robbers in Kot Shahu, District Shikarpur. In a statement issued here by the party secretariat, he said that the abduction of policemen was a serious matter… Continue reading Bilawal expresses concerns over abduction of Sindh policemen

Gilgit-Baltistan Investment Road Show 2023 showcases vast investment potential in diverse sectors

ISLAMABAD, Oct 12 (APP):The Gilgit-Baltistan government is holding a one-day investment roadshow in Islamabad under the theme of “Sustainable Prosperity” today to showcase the region’s immense investment potential in a diverse range of sectors, including hospitality, tourism, agriculture, IT, hydropower generation, and minerals. During the roadshow, concerned GB departments will share concrete investment-ready proposals, while… Continue reading Gilgit-Baltistan Investment Road Show 2023 showcases vast investment potential in diverse sectors

Dera police seize 5000 liters of Iranian diesel, NCP items

Dera Ismail khan , Oct 12 (APP):Dera Police have conducted successful operations resulting in the seizure of 5000 liters of Iranian diesel and other non custom paid items worth Rs.2 million in the limits of Daraban police station here on Thursday. According to the police spokesman, Dera police intestified crackdown against the smuggling of illegal… Continue reading Dera police seize 5000 liters of Iranian diesel, NCP items

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