Pakistan condoles over deaths by floods after glacier-burst in Uttarakhand

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ISLAMABAD, Feb 07 (APP): Pakistan on Sunday expressed its condolences over the loss of lives caused by the flash floods following a glacier burst in Uttarakhand state of India. Around 150 laborers working on a power project went missing after a portion of Nanda Devi glacier broke off in Tapovan area of Joshimath in Uttarakhand’s… Continue reading Pakistan condoles over deaths by floods after glacier-burst in Uttarakhand

UN urges ‘maximum restraint’ as Indian farmers’ protests widen; int’l celebrities react

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UNITED NATIONS, Feb 07 (APP): The United Nations human rights office, OHCHR, has called on Indian authorities and protesting farmers to exercise “maximum restraint” hours before the protestors imposed a nationwide road blockade on Saturday seeking a repeal of new agricultural laws. In a Tweet, OHCHR also stressed the need for equitable solutions with due… Continue reading UN urges ‘maximum restraint’ as Indian farmers’ protests widen; int’l celebrities react

Govt desires to ensure transparency in Senate elections: Shibli Faraz

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ISLAMABAD, Feb 7 (APP): Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Senator Shibli Faraz on Sunday said the government wanted to ensure transparency in the Senate elections but opposition was not supporting in that regard. Talking to a private news channel, he said the opposition parties had no democracy in their ranks. Replying to a question,… Continue reading Govt desires to ensure transparency in Senate elections: Shibli Faraz

U.N. recognizes threat to Pakistan posed by Afghanistan-based TTP, JuA terrorists

UNITED NATIONS, Feb 07 (APP): A new United Nations report has acknowledged the action taken by Pakistani government against individuals engaged in terrorist activities, and goes on to say that terror group Tehrik-e Taliban Pakistan (TTP) was responsible for over 100 ‘cross-border’ attacks within three months last year. On its part, Pakistan has consistently highlighted… Continue reading U.N. recognizes threat to Pakistan posed by Afghanistan-based TTP, JuA terrorists

UN report vindicates Pakistan’s position on threats from Afghan-based terror groups: FO

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ISLAMABAD, Feb 07 (APP): Pakistan on Sunday said that new UN report vindicated its longstanding position on threats posed to it and the region by groups like TTP, JuA, HuA and their affiliates, based in Afghanistan. Commenting on the 27th Report of the UN Analytical and Monitoring Team, the Foreign Office spokesperson said that Pakistan,… Continue reading UN report vindicates Pakistan’s position on threats from Afghan-based terror groups: FO

Grievance cell setup to resolve non-Muslim’s complaints: Ashrafi

ISLAMABAD, Feb 07 (APP): A grievance cell has been set up in the office of Special Aide to Prime Minister on Religious Harmony and Middle East, Hafiz Muhammad Tahir Mehmood Ashrafi to resolve legitimate complaints of non-Muslims. Addressing a ceremony in a Church in Islamabad here on Sunday, Ashrafi, who is also Chairman Pakistan Ulema… Continue reading Grievance cell setup to resolve non-Muslim’s complaints: Ashrafi

HBL PSL 6 anthem ‘Groove Mera’ released

HBL PSL 6 anthem ‘Groove Mera’ released

By Sohail Ali LAHORE, Feb 07 (APP): The HBL Pakistan Super League 6 anthem, “Groove Mera” was launched on Sunday. The anthem will be playing on leading TV channels and will also be available on HBL PSL digital platforms throughout the 2021 edition of the most popular Pakistani cricket event of the calendar. Continuing the… Continue reading HBL PSL 6 anthem ‘Groove Mera’ released

Fawad condemns Sindh govt measures taken against opposition leader

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ISLAMABAD, Feb 07 (APP): Federal Minister for Science and Technology, Chaudhry Fawad Hussain Sunday said that the measures taken by the Sindh government against the opposition leader are highly reprehensible. In a tweet, the federal minister stated that such measures only taken as revenge will increase the bitterness. He said that the law has been… Continue reading Fawad condemns Sindh govt measures taken against opposition leader

Incentives for industry to boost economy bearing fruits

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Anjum Ala Rana ISLAMABAD, Feb 7 (APP): In the modern world, industry in any country provides a foundation for economic growth and well being of people. The states and the government always desire vibrant industry to avoid recessions and stand firm even during odd times. For, this goal they put in all out efforts that… Continue reading Incentives for industry to boost economy bearing fruits

Chinese PLA provides COVID-19 vaccine to Pakistan Army

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BEIJING, Feb. 7 (APP): The Chinese People’s Liberation Army (PLA) has delivered a batch of COVID-19 vaccine to the Pakistani military, according to a written statement by China’s Ministry of National Defense here on Sunday. The statement said that the Pakistani military is the first foreign military to receive the COVID-19 vaccine assistance from the… Continue reading Chinese PLA provides COVID-19 vaccine to Pakistan Army

India conspiring against Pakistan in Afghanistan: Dr Moeed

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ISLAMABAD, Feb 07 (APP): Special Assistant to the Prime Minister (SAPM) on National Security Dr Moeed Yusuf on Sunday said India was conspiring against Pakistan in Afghanistan whereas Pakistan wanted peace in the region. Pakistan believed in and abides by international law and it’s goal was peace on the borders and in the region, the… Continue reading India conspiring against Pakistan in Afghanistan: Dr Moeed

KP CM directs facilitation of legal crush plants, riverbed mining

PESHAWAR, Feb 07 (APP): Chief Minister Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Mahmood Khan has directed all concerned authorities to start one-window service for issuance of licenses and no objection certificates (NOCs) to facilitate those who intend to install power crush plants and carry out river bed mining in a legal manner. He issued these directives while chairing a… Continue reading KP CM directs facilitation of legal crush plants, riverbed mining

ICCI organizes Mega Auto Show to highlight potential of automobile sector

ISLAMABAD, Feb 07 (APP): Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ICCI) in collaboration with the Centaurus Mall, Islamabad organized a mega show of automobile brands in the open parking of Centaurus to highlight the potential of the automobile sector for economic revival of the country. All major local and international auto brands like cars, SUVs,… Continue reading ICCI organizes Mega Auto Show to highlight potential of automobile sector

190 countries unanimously declare Kashmir siege most prolonged lockdown of 2 decades

UN, Int'l community urged to take notice of Indian atrocities in IIOJK

LAHORE, Feb 07 (APP): Over 190 countries across the globe have unanimously declared the inhuman blockade and restrictions, imposed in the Indian occupied Jammu and Kashmir during the past two years “the most escalated and prolonged lockdown” in the past two decades, said a press release issued here on Sunday. Prior to the observance of… Continue reading 190 countries unanimously declare Kashmir siege most prolonged lockdown of 2 decades

Corps Commander Diamond Paints Polo Cup: FG Polo/Diamond Paints win trophy

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By Sohail Ali LAHORE, Feb 07 (APP): Sensational Saqib Khan Khakwani steered FG Polo/Diamond Paints to title triumph in the Corps Commander Diamond Paints Polo Cup after they outscored Barry’s in the final played here at the Jinnah Polo and Country Club (JP&CC) ground on Sunday. Saqib Khakwani was top scorer from the winning side… Continue reading Corps Commander Diamond Paints Polo Cup: FG Polo/Diamond Paints win trophy

First rain spell of February likely in third week: Spokesman PMD

ISLAMABAD, Feb 07 (APP): Spokesman Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) on Sunday said the first rain spell of the current month (February) would likely to occur in third week of the month starting from February 21. Talking to APP, he said the rain spell would likely to occur in few areas of Punjab, Balochistan and southern… Continue reading First rain spell of February likely in third week: Spokesman PMD

Unbeaten Rizwan’s maiden Test knock guide Pakistan to 298 runs

Pakistani batsman Mohammad Rizwan celebrates after scoring a century (100 runs) during the fourth day of the second Test cricket match between Pakistan and South Africa at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. APP

ISLAMABAD, Feb 07 (APP): Unbeaten Pakistani wicket-keeper batsman Mohammad Rizwan’s maiden Test knock guided the Green-shirts to 298 runs in the second innings against South Africa at Pindi Stadium, Rawalpindi on Sunday. Pakistan scored 298 runs for all in the second innings in 102 overs. Rizwan’s unbeaten knock (115 runs) came in 204 balls including… Continue reading Unbeaten Rizwan’s maiden Test knock guide Pakistan to 298 runs

Three-day Kashmir Cultural Exhibition concludes at Lok Mela

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ISLAMABAD, Feb 07 (APP): A three-day Kashmir Cultural Exhibition came to a colourful conclusion at the National Institute of Folk and Traditional Heritage (Lok Virsa). The festival pulled a big crowd and featured Kashmiti artisans-at-work exhibition, Kashmir cultural pavilions, folkloric song and dance performances, cultural evenings, craft bazaar, stalls of different art works and organizations… Continue reading Three-day Kashmir Cultural Exhibition concludes at Lok Mela

Newly inaugurated nature reserves to boost adventure, historic, heritage tourism in Chakwal: Amin

ISLAMABAD, Feb 07 (APP): Special Assistant to the Prime Minister (SAPM) on Climate Change Malik Amin Aslam has said that the newly notified nature reserves would help boost adventure, historic and heritage tourism in the area along with generating green jobs and business opportunities for locals under 10 Billion Tree Tsunami. Talking to APP with… Continue reading Newly inaugurated nature reserves to boost adventure, historic, heritage tourism in Chakwal: Amin

Pakistan’s dossier an eye opener; highlights Indian state-sponsored terrorism: Dr Moeed

ISLAMABAD, Feb 07 (APP): Special Assistant to the Prime Minister (SAPM) on National Security Dr Moeed Yusuf has said that the EU DisinfoLab report and Pakistan’s dossier highlighting the Indian. state-sponsored terrorism on its soil were eye opening evidence for the world. India had failed to crush the Kashmiris’ freedom struggle post revocation of the… Continue reading Pakistan’s dossier an eye opener; highlights Indian state-sponsored terrorism: Dr Moeed

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