ISLAMABAD, May 5 (APP): The federal government in its first year took two significant initiatives to introduce technology and mobility in the education sector, with the aim to create learning opportunities for all sections of society particularly for children living in deprived communities. With the cost of education rising amid tough economic conditions, early this… Continue reading Govt brings education to doorsteps of deprived communities
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FM Bilawal, Uzbek counterpart discuss bilateral, regional issues
ISLAMABAD, May 5 (APP):Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari Thursday held a meeting with Foreign Minister of Uzbekistan Bakhtiyor Saidov and discussed matters of bilateral and regional interests. During the meeting held on the sidelines of the SCO Council of Foreign Ministers meeting in Goa, India, they exchanged views on different issues with special focus on… Continue reading FM Bilawal, Uzbek counterpart discuss bilateral, regional issues
Parliament’s right of legislation cannot be taken away: PM
LONDON, May 5 (APP):Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Thursday said legislation was the right of the Parliament and all the institutions should perform their role within the limits determined by the constitution because it was imperative for country’s integrity and security and for progress and prosperity of the people. Talking to media here, he said the… Continue reading Parliament’s right of legislation cannot be taken away: PM
Bilawal, SCO SG discuss SCO activities
ISLAMABAD, May 4 (APP):Secretary General of Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Zhang Ming called on Minister for Foreign Affairs Bilawal Bhutto Zardari on Thursday and discussed matters of mutual interest.During the meeting held on the sidelines of the SCO Council of Foreign Ministers meeting in Goa, India, Bilawal Bhuttobriefed Secretary General on the activities of SCO… Continue reading Bilawal, SCO SG discuss SCO activities
Pakistan’s ranking improves by seven places in World Press Freedom Index
ISLAMABAD, May 4 (APP): Pakistan’s ranking improved by seven places in the 2023 World Press Freedom Index released by Reporters Without Borders (RSF) as the country was placed at 150th position among 180 countries. While citing the reason for improvement in Pakistan’s position from 157 in 2022 to 150 this year, RSF noted that Pakistan… Continue reading Pakistan’s ranking improves by seven places in World Press Freedom Index
President grieved over martyrdom of army personnel in N Waziristan
ISLAMABAD, May 4 (APP): President Dr Arif Alvi on Thursday expressed grief over the martyrdom of personnel of Pakistan army in North Waziristan.In a statement, he paid tribute to the martyred who sacrificed their lives for the country.He saluted the martyrs for their dedication to duty and patriotism.The President expressed sympathy with the bereaved families… Continue reading President grieved over martyrdom of army personnel in N Waziristan
PM condemns firing on teachers in Kurram, condoles with bereaved families
ISLAMABAD, May 4 (APP):Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Thursday strongly condemned the incident of firing on teachers in Kurram district and expressed grief over the loss of lives in the deadly shooting. In a statement, he condoled with the bereaved families and prayed to Almighty Allah for raising of ranks of the deceased in heaven.He also… Continue reading PM condemns firing on teachers in Kurram, condoles with bereaved families
Hina Khar, Indonesian FM discuss bilateral, regional issues
ISLAMABAD, May 1 (APP): Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Hina Rabbani Khar Monday held a meeting with Foreign Minister of Indonesia Retno Marsudi and discussed matters of bilateral and regional interest.According to the Foreign Office, during the interaction that took place on the sidelines of the meeting of Special Representatives on Afghanistan, matters of… Continue reading Hina Khar, Indonesian FM discuss bilateral, regional issues
PM congratulates Turkish President on roll out of new fighter planes, helicopters
While retweeting a tweet of Turkish President, the prime minister tweeted on his social media handle, “Highly impressed by the #BUGUN “ISTIKBAL” ceremony held in Ankara today. I congratulate my brother @RTErdoganv over rollout of TF-X, Hürjet, Atak-2 Helicopter, Anka-3 UCAV and Gokbey Helicopter. This speaks of high level of indignization achieved by brotherly Turkiye.… Continue reading PM congratulates Turkish President on roll out of new fighter planes, helicopters
PM condoles death of tourists in accident in Neelum Valley
ISLAMABAD, May 1 (APP): Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Monday expressed grief and sorrow over the death of tourists in a traffic accident in Neelum Valley.In a message, he expressed sympathy with the bereaved families.He said he was deeply grieved by the loss of precious human lives.He prayed to Allah Almighty for the departed souls and… Continue reading PM condoles death of tourists in accident in Neelum Valley
Pakistan, Russia commemorate 75th anniversary of establishment of diplomatic relations
ISLAMABAD, May 1 (APP):Pakistan and the Russian Federation on Monday commemorated the 75th anniversary of establishment of diplomatic relations.To mark this milestone occasion, Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari and Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov exchanged letters of felicitations.According to Foreign Office, Pakistan and Russia enjoy close, multidimensional relations based on mutual goodwill and trust. Bilateral… Continue reading Pakistan, Russia commemorate 75th anniversary of establishment of diplomatic relations
Govt. committed to ensuring well-being of laboureres, workers: PM
ISLAMABAD, Apr 30 (APP): Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif while highlighting the workers’ pivotal role in the economic development, on Sunday reiterated that the government was committed to ensuring the benefits of economic progress translated into prosperity for all sections of the population, particularly the labourers and workers. In a message on the “International Workers… Continue reading Govt. committed to ensuring well-being of laboureres, workers: PM
Labour Day reminder of workers contribution towards economic development: President
ISLAMABAD, Apr 30 (APP): President Dr Arif Alvi said this year the nation was celebrating Labour Day on May 1 with the resolve to reaffirm commitment to the dignity of labour and pay tribute to the valiant and heroic struggle of the workers for their fundamental rights. In a message on the occasion of Labour… Continue reading Labour Day reminder of workers contribution towards economic development: President
Sports, speech competitions held in districts of Balochistan
ISLAMABAD, Apr 30 (APP):A number of speech and sports competitions were organized in different districts of Balochistan on Sunday. Two speech competitions were organized in districts Lasbela and Kech in which over 220 individuals participated. Two football matches were played in districts Panjgur and Sibi. Over 350 spectators enjoyed the matches. Two cricket matches were… Continue reading Sports, speech competitions held in districts of Balochistan
Pakistani envoy elected as chair of intellectual property body
ISLAMABAD, Apr 28 (APP): Continuing the drive to enhance Pakistan’s intellectual property profile on the global stage, the World Intellectual Property Organisation’s Committee on Development and IP (CDIP) elected Ambassador Khalil Hashmi, Pakistan’s Permanent Representative to UN in Geneva as Chair during its 30th session on Friday .During the Conference, Chair IPO-Pakistan Ambassador Farukh Amil… Continue reading Pakistani envoy elected as chair of intellectual property body
Bilawal to attend SCO meeting amid Pakistan’s demand for resolution of Kashmir dispute
ISLAMABAD, Apr 28 (APP): Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari will undertake the visit to Goa, India, on May 4 to attend the meeting of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) amid insistence from Pakistan that India should take steps to create an environment which facilitates peace and dialogue on outstanding disputes, especially the core issue of… Continue reading Bilawal to attend SCO meeting amid Pakistan’s demand for resolution of Kashmir dispute
Dialogue held on Pakistan-Ukraine ties
ISLAMABAD, Apr 28 (APP):The Centre for Strategic Perspectives (CSP) here at the Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad (ISSI) organized an in house session on Friday with ambassador of Ukraine to Pakistan Markian Chuchuk on Pakistan-Ukraine bilateral relations and regional developments. The in house session was chaired by ambassador Sohail Mahmood, Director General ISSI. Participants included… Continue reading Dialogue held on Pakistan-Ukraine ties
Debate, sports competitions held in Balochistan
ISLAMABAD, Apr 27 (APP):Different activities including debate competitions were organized in different districts of Balochistan on Thursday in support of the armed forces of Pakistan.A speech competition was organized in district Lasbela to highlight the efforts of the armed forces for the security, peace and progress of Balochistan. Over 80 individuals participated in the event.… Continue reading Debate, sports competitions held in Balochistan
Bilawal congratulates PM on securing confidence of NA
In a tweet on social media platform Twitter, he said, “Congratulations to PM Shehbaz Sharif on securing the confidence of the National Assembly of Pakistan once again. This time 180 members rising in his support.”
3150 megawatts added to national grid in first year of PM Sharif govt
ISLAMABAD, Apr 26 (APP): Remaining true to its reputation of service delivery, the government of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in its first year added more than 3,000 megawatts of electricity to the national grid. Since assuming office on April 11, 2022, the prime minister had taken major strides to fulfill his responsibility to put Pakistan… Continue reading 3150 megawatts added to national grid in first year of PM Sharif govt
- Pak-China ties rapidly growing due to CPEC, Chinese language further fostering them: PM
- Rain spell: Wheat crop flooded in some areas of Kot Addu
- Torrential rain paralyzes life in upper Swat, Shangla
- PM strongly condemns attack on Customs officials in DIKhan
- NHA restores most roads across the country after heavy rains
