ISLAMABAD, May 02 (APP):Pakistan has begun a process to market its professionals from Information and Communications Technology (ICT) sector in Japan, aimed at fetching a maximum quota in the jobs recently announced by Tokyo for the overseas workers. Overseas Employment Corporation (OEC), an attached department of Ministry of Overseas Pakistanis and Human Resource Development (OHRD),… Continue reading Pakistan begins marketing ICT professionals in Japan
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Exports crosses $ 2 billion mark for 7 consecutive months: Razak Dawood
ISLAMABAD, May 02 (APP): Adviser to Prime Minister for Commerce and Investment, Abdul Razak Dawood on Sunday said that this is the first time since 2011 that our monthly exports have crossed the $ 2billion mark for 7 consecutive months. Pakistan’s export for April 2021 stood at $ 2.191 billion; the adviser said this on… Continue reading Exports crosses $ 2 billion mark for 7 consecutive months: Razak Dawood
Qiyam-ul-Lail in Faisal mosque from Ramadan 25th amid covid-19 protocol
ISLAMABAD, May 02 (APP): The Qiyam-ul-Lail or midnight prayers would commence at Faisal Masjid, Islamabad from 25th of Ramazan by ensuring stringent compliance with ‘SMS’ (social distancing, mask use and sanitising) to control the possible spread of COVID-19. Muhammad Umer Butt, Assistant Director Media, Ministry of Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony told APP that some… Continue reading Qiyam-ul-Lail in Faisal mosque from Ramadan 25th amid covid-19 protocol
UNICEF provides PPEs worth US$14.5 million to Pakistan to fight against COVID-19
ISLAMABAD, May 02 (APP): United Nations Childern’s Fund (UNICEF) is set to provide US$14.5 million PPEs (Personal Protective Equipment) to Pakistan to help contain the spread of Covid-19 pandemic in the country. According to the document of the UNICEF Pakistan is supporting Ministry of National Health Services Regulations & Coordination, to procure PPEs test kits… Continue reading UNICEF provides PPEs worth US$14.5 million to Pakistan to fight against COVID-19
Eastbay Expressway Gwadar to be completed in October: Asim Bajwa
ISLAMABAD, May 02 (APP): Work on the Eastbay Expressway Gwadar project is in final stage that would be completed by October 2021, Chairman CPEC Authority Lt. Gen (Retd) Asim Saleem Bajwa said on Sunday. In his tweet, Asim Bajwa said that the 14.5 kilometers offshore expressway had already been completed while the remaining 4.5 KM… Continue reading Eastbay Expressway Gwadar to be completed in October: Asim Bajwa
A limited number of people to perform I’tikaf from Monday amid Covid-19 restrictions
ISLAMABAD, May 02 (APP): A very limited number of dedicated faithful would start performing seclusion activities, known as I’tikaf at specified and secluded corners of countrywide mosques from Monday afternoon with the pledge to strictly follow Covid-19 guidelines and maintain social distance by avoiding large gatherings. The faithful have been enjoined to adhere strictly to… Continue reading A limited number of people to perform I’tikaf from Monday amid Covid-19 restrictions
PML- N escape from negotiations on electoral reforms unfortunate: Fawad
ISLAMABAD, May 02 (APP): Minister for Information and Broadcasting Chaudhry Fawad Hussain said on Sunday Pakistan Muslim League- Nawaz escape from negotiations on electoral reforms was very unfortunate. In a tweet, he said that their claim that the reform process has to be done by the Election Commission instead of the Parliament showed that they… Continue reading PML- N escape from negotiations on electoral reforms unfortunate: Fawad
FIA receives 4547 complaints of fraudulent calls in 2021
ISLAMABAD, May 02 (APP): Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) received 4547 complaints during the ongoing year (2021) regarding unsolicited and fraudulent calls where common people were financially deceived. Out of 4547 complaints, 1815 were converted into regular enquiry and 145 cases were also registered in this regard, an official source told APP on Sunday. The source… Continue reading FIA receives 4547 complaints of fraudulent calls in 2021
Gandapur lauds PM for announcing development package in GB
ISLAMABAD, May 02 (APP): Minister for Kashmir and Gilgit Baltistan Affairs Ali Amin Khan Gandapur on Sunday lauded Prime Minister Imran Khan for announcing a ‘historic package’ for the development in Gilgit-Baltistan. “The package worth Rs370 billion will usher in a new era of progress in the region,” the minister said in a statement. He… Continue reading Gandapur lauds PM for announcing development package in GB
Pakistan’s exports to Japan jumps by 40 percent during January to March
ISLAMABAD, May 02 (APP): Pakistan’s exports to Japan have jumped by 40% in the first quarter (Jan – Mar) during the current year as compared with the last quarter of 2020 i.e. (Oct – Dec). According to trade figures released by Japan’s Ministry of Finance, the increase is more than 47% when compared to the… Continue reading Pakistan’s exports to Japan jumps by 40 percent during January to March
President urges adherence to SOPs during Majalis
ISLAMABAD, May 02 (APP): President Dr Arif Alvi on Sunday, in a telephonic conversation with Allama Sajid Naqvi, stressed upon strict observance of standard operating procedures (SOPs) during Ramzan ul Mubarak and Majalis to contain spread of coronavirus. During the conversation, the president further said that people should wear face masks and observe social distancing.… Continue reading President urges adherence to SOPs during Majalis
Over 50 deaths, IIOJK sees worst-ever death toll; Covid disaster in held Kashmir imminent with Amarnath annual yatra
ISLAMABAD, May 2 (APP): In Indian illegally occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK), the worst-ever death toll of 50 has been recorded in a single day, taking the tally of total fatalities reported due to novel coronavirus to over 2473 in the territory. 30 deaths were reported from Jammu region, 17 from the Kashmir valley and… Continue reading Over 50 deaths, IIOJK sees worst-ever death toll; Covid disaster in held Kashmir imminent with Amarnath annual yatra
Pakistan’s exports to China shot up by 64% during Jan-March: Commercial Consular
BEIJING, May 2 (APP): China-Pakistan Free Trade Agreement Phase-II (CPFTA-II) effective since January 1, last year is now showing results. Pakistan’s exports to China shot up by 64% during January-March 202, Commercial Consular, Pakistan Embassy, Beijing, Badar Uz Zaman said. He made these remarks while participating in a recently held a brainstorming session online with… Continue reading Pakistan’s exports to China shot up by 64% during Jan-March: Commercial Consular
Foreign troops’ withdrawal in Afghanistan should ensure steady transition of situation: Extended Troika
ISLAMABAD, May 01 (APP):The Extended Troika on peaceful settlement of Afghan issue reiterated that the withdrawal of foreign troops should ensure a steady transition of situation in Afghanistan, besides stressing upon Taliban not to pursue their spring offensive. The text of the joint statement was released by the Governments of the United States of America,… Continue reading Foreign troops’ withdrawal in Afghanistan should ensure steady transition of situation: Extended Troika
MoCC green initiatives to generate over 1,00,000 daily waged jobs in 2021: Amin
ISLAMABAD, May 01 (APP):Special Assistant to the Prime Minister (SAPM) on Climate Change Malik Amin Aslam on Saturday paid rich tributes to the labourers and workers on World Labour Day. The labourers were the foundation to the development of any nation and their role in society was crucial towards nation building, adding, “That’s why we… Continue reading MoCC green initiatives to generate over 1,00,000 daily waged jobs in 2021: Amin
Pakistan strongly condemns terrorist attack in Logar province
ISLAMABAD, May 01 (APP):Pakistan on Saturday strongly condemned the heinous terrorist attack in Pul-e-Alam, capital city of Logar province, Afghanistan in which scores of innocent lives were lost and many others sustained injuries. “Pakistan condemns terrorism in all forms and manifestations. At this moment of grief, Pakistan stands by Afghan brethren in their struggle against… Continue reading Pakistan strongly condemns terrorist attack in Logar province
PM reiterates resolve to bring electoral reforms; asks opposition to cooperate
ISLAMABAD, May 01 (APP):Prime Minister Imran Khan on Saturday once again reiterated that the government was determined to introduce reforms in the electoral system with the use of latest technology to bring transparency and credibility. In a series of connected tweets, the prime minister invited the opposition to sit with them and select from the… Continue reading PM reiterates resolve to bring electoral reforms; asks opposition to cooperate
NCOC bans Yaum-e-Ali (AS) processions amid surging Covid-19 spread
ISLAMABAD, May 01 (APP):The National Command and Operation Centre (NCOC) on Saturday amid rising disease spread has decided to ban all sort of processions on the occasion of Yaum-e-Ali (AS) (21st Ramazan) while holding of Majalis has been permitted under strict COVID SOPs which are already in place for Ramazan ul Mubarik. The decision has… Continue reading NCOC bans Yaum-e-Ali (AS) processions amid surging Covid-19 spread
COVID-19 claims 146 lives, infects 4,696 more people
ISLAMABAD, May 01 (APP): The national tally on Saturday of total active COVID-19 cases recorded 90,553 with 4,696 more people tested positive for the deadly virus and 5,544 people recovered from the disease during the last 24 hours. One hundred and forty-six corona patients have died during past 24 hours, 132 of whom were under… Continue reading COVID-19 claims 146 lives, infects 4,696 more people
Shibli Faraz pays tribute to labourers, workers
ISLAMABAD, May 01 (APP): Federal Minister for Science and Technology, Senator Shibli Faraz Saturday paid tribute to all the workers and labourers of the world for their contributions to society on the occasion of Labour Day. In a tweet, the federal minister said that the steps taken by Prime Minister Imran Khan to protect the… Continue reading Shibli Faraz pays tribute to labourers, workers
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