Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Sunday said Pakistan Air Force pilot Rashid Minhas, the youngest recipient of Nishan-i-Haider, laid down his life in the line of duty this day 51 years ago. In a tweet on social media platform Twitter, he said, “His was an act of valour & courage that symbolises selfless commitment of our… Continue reading Valour of Rashid Minhas reminds of selfless commitment of PAF officers: PM
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President rejects six HBL representations, orders refund to defrauded customers
ISLAMABAD, Aug 20 (APP): President Dr Arif Alvi, has rejected six similar representations preferred by Habib Bank Ltd (HBL) against the decisions of the Banking Ombudsman, and directed HBL to refund and compensate the six defrauded customers with their stolen money and observed that since the bank failed to prove observance of relevant provision of… Continue reading President rejects six HBL representations, orders refund to defrauded customers
Pakistan categorically rejects attempts of pre-polling rigging in IIOJK
Addressing a weekly press briefing here, the Foreign Office spokesperson said, “Kashmiris themselves have also completely rejected the Modi government’s decision to allow non-Kashmiri citizens and temporary residents in IIOJK, to vote in the so-called Kashmir Assembly elections. “The move reeks of a blatant attempt to undermine the disputed status of Jammu and Kashmir, and… Continue reading Pakistan categorically rejects attempts of pre-polling rigging in IIOJK
PM meets Harvard University students, shares vision for Pakistan
ISLAMABAD, Aug 19 (APP): A delegation of students from Harvard University, United States Friday called on Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif here and discussed matters related to Pakistan. Federal Ministers Ahsan Iqbal, Marriyum Aurangzeb, SAPMs Ahad Cheema, Syed Fahad Hussain, Jahanzeb Khan, Coordinators to PM Bilal Azhar Kiyani, Rana Ihsan Afzal, Chairman HEC and officials from… Continue reading PM meets Harvard University students, shares vision for Pakistan
MOFA, Khawrizmi Science Society to establish science laboratories
ISLAMABAD, Aug 19 (APP): Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Khwarizmi Science Society announced partnership for establishment of science laboratories in selected public sector schools. In a ceremony held on Friday at the Foreign Office, a Memorandum of Cooperation was signed between Foreign Secretary Sohail Mahmood and General Secretary Khwarizmi Science Society Dr. Sabieh Anwar for… Continue reading MOFA, Khawrizmi Science Society to establish science laboratories
Imran confusing people by distorting facts, playing mind games: PM
ISLAMABAD, Aug 18 (APP): Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Thursday said Imran Niazi was confusing people by distorting facts, playing mind games and insulting intelligence of people through deceitful speech.In a tweet on social media platform Twitter, he said, “This is what self-righteousness does to you: you consider yourself holy & above reproach despite flawed conduct… Continue reading Imran confusing people by distorting facts, playing mind games: PM
Pakistani diplomats proved professionalism on world stage: FS
Foreign Secretary Sohail Mahmood Thursday said over the years Pakistani diplomats had proven their mettle on the world stage, earning praise for their skills and professionalism, from friend and foe alike. Talking to the position holders of 40th Specialized Diplomatic Course and trainee officers of 42nd Specialized Diplomatic Course, he said, “This is despite the… Continue reading Pakistani diplomats proved professionalism on world stage: FS
Working groups on agriculture to resolve issues: PM
ISLAMABAD, Aug 15 (APP): Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Monday directed that working groups should be formed for resolving issues of the agriculture sector and for expanding its capacity.The working groups would focus on issues of edible oil, wheat, cotton, agriculture financing, harvesters and mechanization, revival of the agriculture research institutions, research and development, climate-smart agriculture… Continue reading Working groups on agriculture to resolve issues: PM
Navigating through economic crisis immediate priority: PM
ISLAMABAD, Aug 15 (APP): “In the 1960s, when Pakistan was in its adolescence, the country brimmed with hope and promise. We had a date with destiny. The nation was widely thought ready to become the next Asian tiger. In 2022, however, Pakistan finds itself mired in its latest economic crisis,” Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif wrote… Continue reading Navigating through economic crisis immediate priority: PM
Price of sugar remains stable during govt of Shehbaz Sharif
The prices of sugar remained stable during the five months government of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. While taking a big step for relief to public, the Prime Minister fixed the price of sugar at Rs 78 per kilogramme, lowering the price by Rs 22. During the government of Prime Minister Imran Khan, sugar was sold… Continue reading Price of sugar remains stable during govt of Shehbaz Sharif
Independence Day celebrated at High Commission in Delhi
ISLAMABAD, Aug 14 (APP): High Commission for Pakistan, New Delhi on Sunday celebrated the 75th anniversary of the Independence of Pakistan with patriotic zeal and fervor. Aftab Hasan Khan, Chargé d’Affaires, raised Pakistan’s flag to the tune of the national anthem at an elegant flag-hoisting ceremony held at the Chancery’s Lawns. Officers and staff of… Continue reading Independence Day celebrated at High Commission in Delhi
Pakistan committed to become beacon of peace, prosperity: Masood Khan
Pakistan’s ambassador to the United States Masood Khan Sunday that Pakistan was being positioned as an economic and transit hub and a meeting point for positive global interests. “We are committed to making Pakistan a beacon of peace and prosperity in the region”, said the ambassador. He was addressing Flag Hoisting Ceremony on the occasion… Continue reading Pakistan committed to become beacon of peace, prosperity: Masood Khan
PM congratulates Marriyum, ISPR for magnificent Independence Day celebrations
ISLAMABAD, Aug 14 (APP): Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Sunday congratulated Ministry of Information and Broadcasting led by Marriyum Aurangzeb, Inter Services Public Relations and all the institutions concerned for holding magnificent ceremonies in connection with the 75th Independence Day celebrations. In a tweet on social media platform Twitter, he said, “the living nations never let… Continue reading PM congratulates Marriyum, ISPR for magnificent Independence Day celebrations
President condemns attack on security forces in Balochistan
ISLAMABAD, Aug 14 (APP): President Dr Arif Alvi Sunday strongly condemned the attack on the check post of security forces in district Khost, near Harnai Balochistan.In a statement, the President expressed deep grief over the martyrdom of Naik Atif and Sepoy Qayyum.He prayed Allah Almighty to elevate the ranks of the martyrs in paradise and… Continue reading President condemns attack on security forces in Balochistan
Martyrs always protected Pakistan with their blood: PM
ISLAMABAD, Aug 14 (APP): Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Sunday said martyrs of Pakistan always protected the motherland with their blood.In a tweet on social media platform Twitter, he said, “Today I visited the house of Major Talha Manan who was martyred in the helicopter crash tragedy.”“I condoled with his family and offered fateha for the… Continue reading Martyrs always protected Pakistan with their blood: PM
PM condemns attack on security forces in Balochistan
ISLAMABAD, Aug 14 (APP): Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Sunday strongly condemned the attack on the check post of security forces by terrorists in Khost district, near Harnai Balochistan Saturday night.In a message, the Prime Minister expressed grief and sorrow over the martyrdom of Naik Atif and Sepoy Qayyum who failed the nefarious designs of terrorists.He… Continue reading PM condemns attack on security forces in Balochistan
President approves 270 awards for police personnel
ISLAMABAD, Aug 14 (APP): President Dr Arif Alvi has approved the awards of Quaid e Azam Police Medals and President’s Police Medals for 270 police personnel.The President approved 270 awards for the years of 2014, 2015 and from the years 2017 to 2022.As many as 125 police personnel will be given Quaid e Azam Police… Continue reading President approves 270 awards for police personnel
President grieves over loss of lives in traffic accident
ISLAMABAD, Aug 14 (APP): President Dr Alvi Saturday expressed grief and sorrow over the loss of precious lives in a traffic accident in Liaquatpur, Rahim Yar Khan.In a statement, he prayed for elevation of the ranks of the deceased in Jannah.He prayed Allah Almighty to give courage to the bereaved family to bear the loss… Continue reading President grieves over loss of lives in traffic accident
Newly recorded national anthem to become voice of nation: PM
ISLAMABAD, Aug 14 (APP):On the eve of the unveiling of the newly recorded national anthem, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Saturday said the magnificent words of the national anthem would become voice of the nation in a new way. In a tweet on social media platform Twitter, he said , “after 68 years, the magnificent words… Continue reading Newly recorded national anthem to become voice of nation: PM
President confers Pakistan civil awards on 253 personalities
ISLAMABAD, Aug 14 (APP): President of Pakistan Dr Arif Alvi conferred Pakistan civil awards on 253 Pakistani citizens as well as foreign nationals on the occasion of 75th Diamond Jubilee Anniversary of the country. The citizens were bestowed with awards for showing excellence and courage in different fields. The investiture ceremony of these awards will… Continue reading President confers Pakistan civil awards on 253 personalities
