India doing quite opposite to Gandhi’s teachings of ‘equality and justice’: Mehbooba, Omar

ISLAMABAD, Oct 3 (APP):Peoples Democratic Party President Mehbooba Mufti and National Conference leader Omar Abdullah have said that present-day India is doing what is opposite to ‘equality, justice, love, compassion and tolerance’ as taught by Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi. According Kashmir Media Service, the Kashmiri politicians said this on the occasion of Gandhi’s 154th birth anniversary,… Continue reading India doing quite opposite to Gandhi’s teachings of ‘equality and justice’: Mehbooba, Omar

DC releases precious Falcon seized by Wildlife dept

DERA ISMAIL KHAN, Oct 03 (APP):Deputy Commissioner Dera Mansoor Arshad has released a precious bird Falcon which was seized in an operation of the wildlife department. According to district administration, a team of wildlife department under the supervision of DFO Wildlife Ishaq Ahmad Sajeel and Range Officer Malik Muhammad Saqib thwarted an attempt of smuggling… Continue reading DC releases precious Falcon seized by Wildlife dept

Polio Eradication Campaign continue in Hazara division

ABBOTTABAD, Oct 03 (APP):On the second day of the Polio Eradication Campaign Tuesday concluded with an evening review meeting led by Deputy Commissioners of all 8 districts of Hazara division focused on assessing the campaign’s performance and coverage. During the meeting, Deputy Commissioner Khalid Iqbal emphasized the importance of ensuring that children in rural areas… Continue reading Polio Eradication Campaign continue in Hazara division

2,000 more bags of sugar seized in DI Khan

DERA ISMAIL KHAN, Oct 03 (APP):The crackdown against hoarders and profiteers across the district continues in full swing with a special team seizing 2,000 more bags of sugar. According to the district administration, the drive has been launched in line with the instructions of the provincial government to take action against profiteers who created artificial… Continue reading 2,000 more bags of sugar seized in DI Khan

Kundi condemns attack on Tehsil Nazim Tank

PESHAWAR, Oct 03 (APP):Central Information Secretary of Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Faisal Karim Kundi Tuesday strongly condemned the armed attack on Tehsil Nazim Tank, Saddam Hussain Bettani. In a statement, he said that law enforcement agencies should take immediate action to prevent such incidents. He said that PPP had been at the forefront of opposition… Continue reading Kundi condemns attack on Tehsil Nazim Tank

Leading economist emphasizes protecting Pakistan’s GSP Plus status to prevent $3 billion in potential losses

ISLAMABAD, Oct 3 (APP):A prominent economist, Dr. Aadil Nakhoda Tuesday stressed the vital importance of preserving Pakistan’s GSP Plus status, warning that its loss could result in a substantial loss exceeding $ 3 billion and worsen the nation’s balance of payments. Speaking at the 7th Islamabad Policy Exchange event, Dr Adil, the author of “Pakistan… Continue reading Leading economist emphasizes protecting Pakistan’s GSP Plus status to prevent $3 billion in potential losses

Action taken against power thieves at Tank city’s outskirts

DERA ISMAIL KHAN, Oct 03 (APP):The district administration Tank and the Peshawar Electric Supply Company (Pesco) removed several illegal connections in the district during a joint operation conducted here on Tuesday. According to the district administration, a crackdown has been launched in line with directives of provincial government and district enforcement committee to overcome the… Continue reading Action taken against power thieves at Tank city’s outskirts

Power suspension on various feeders notified

PESHAWAR, Oct 03 (APP):Peshawar Electric Supply Company (Pesco) on Tuesday notified that due to maintenance work power supply will remain suspended from Peshawar Industrial Grid Station on 4th October from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. Subsequently, it said the consumers of Peshawar Industrial grid connected feeders will face inconvenience. The power supply, it said will… Continue reading Power suspension on various feeders notified

KPCIP to modernize water & sanitation service: Minister

PESHAWAR, Oct 03 (APP):Caretaker Minister for Local Government Election and Rural Development Department (LGE&RDD) and Public Health Engineering Department, Engineer Amir Durrani, emphasized that the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Cities Improvement Project (KPCIP) is set to revolutionize water and sanitation services delivery in five divisional cities of the province. He was accompanied by Secretary LGE&RDD Muhammad Dawood… Continue reading KPCIP to modernize water & sanitation service: Minister

Bachal Shah expresses sorrow on demise of Ameer Ali Shah

SUKKUR, Oct 03 (APP):Former member of the Provincial Assembly of Sindh Syed Muhammad Bachal Shah on Tuesday has expressed a deep sense of sorrow on the demise of former Party MNA Ameer Ali Shah Jamote. In his condolence message, he condoled with the members of the bereaved family and prayed to Almighty Allah to grant… Continue reading Bachal Shah expresses sorrow on demise of Ameer Ali Shah

8 gamblers held; 08 quails, stake money recovered

DERA ISMAIL KHAN, Oct 03 (APP):The district police have arrested eight gamblers staking money on quail fight recovering a stake of Rs 31,350 and 08 quails from their possession during a raid conducted here in the limits of Paharpur police station. According to a police spokesman, a police team led by Paharpur Police Station SHO… Continue reading 8 gamblers held; 08 quails, stake money recovered

Political stability following elections to boost business confidence in Pakistan, says ADB report

ISLAMABAD, Oct 3 (APP):The Asian Development Bank (ADB) said in its recent report that political stability after upcoming elections in Pakistan could boost business confidence and pave way for new standby arrangement with International Monetary Fund (IMF). “Political stability following general elections later this year, if achieved, will boost business confidence, as will a new… Continue reading Political stability following elections to boost business confidence in Pakistan, says ADB report

PDMA for winter contingency plan to minimize disaster risks

PESHAWAR, Oct 03 (APP):The Provincial Disaster Management Authority, under the guidance of the Relief, Rehabilitation and Settlement Department Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, on Tuesday commenced the process of developing the Winter Contingency Plan for 2023-24 in consultation with all relevant stakeholders. The primary objectives are to minimize disaster risks, identify hazards, assess risks, and map available resources… Continue reading PDMA for winter contingency plan to minimize disaster risks

Entry test for admissions in SABS University Jamshoro continues on second consecutive day

HYDERABAD, Oct 03 (APP):The Entry Test for admissions 2023-24 in Shaheed Allah Buksh Soomro (SABS) University of Art, Design and Heritages Jamshoro continued at the Campus on second consecutive day on Tuesday. According to university spokesman, around one hundred candidates from Sindh, Punjab, Balochistan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Azad Jammu Kashmir and other parts of the country… Continue reading Entry test for admissions in SABS University Jamshoro continues on second consecutive day

Police arrest six for possessing illegal weapons, liquor

RAWALPINDI, Oct 03 (APP):Rawalpindi district police on the directives of Senior Superintendent of Police, Operations Rawalpindi conducted raids in different areas and netted six accused for possessing 56 liters liquor, two 30 bore pistols and ammunition. According to a police spokesman, Saddar Baroni, Jatli and New Town police held Iqbal, Riaz, Adnan and Mushtaq and… Continue reading Police arrest six for possessing illegal weapons, liquor

Energy minister meets KUFPEC’s officials

ISLAMABAD, Oct 3 (APP):Caretaker Minister for Energy Muhammad Ali on Monday held a meeting with officials of Kuwait Foreign Petroleum Exploration Company (KUFPEC) on the sidelines of Abu Dhabi International Exhibition and Conference ADIPEC 23. Both the sides discussed cooperation in exploration of opportunities, international ventures and human resource development, said a press release issued… Continue reading Energy minister meets KUFPEC’s officials

SAU extends date for registration in 2nd Semester Fall

HYDERABAD, Oct 03 (APP):The Director Admissions, Sindh Agriculture University Tando Jam Tuesday informed that the university administration has extended last date for registration with late fee in the current 2nd Semester (Fall) in all faculties of varsity, sub-campus, institutes and affiliated colleges up to October 20, 2023. The students of the First to Final year… Continue reading SAU extends date for registration in 2nd Semester Fall

Balochistan to take lead in cutting-edge technology:Jan

QUETTA, Oct 03 (APP):Provincial Information Minister, Jan Achakzai Tuesday announced that Balochistan is poised to take the lead in cutting-edge technology. In a statement, he said inaugural utilization of a 3D printer by cadets at Girls Cadet College Turbat for their college projects marked the beginning of this technological transformation. In addition, the cadets at… Continue reading Balochistan to take lead in cutting-edge technology:Jan

Shipping Activity at Port Qasim

shippKARACHI, Oct 03 (APP):Fourships namely, MSC Tokyo, Onyx-I, Lisa and Spottail carrying Containers and Gas oil, berthed at Container Terminal and Oil Terminal respectively on Monday. Meanwhile another Oil tanker ‘Al Soor-II’ carrying 59,220 tonnes of Gas oil also arrived at outer anchorage of the port on Tuesday. Nine ships were engaged at PQA berths… Continue reading Shipping Activity at Port Qasim

Energy Minister, Secretary Petroleum Division held meeting with Adnoc company’s delegation

ISLAMABAD, Oct 3 (APP):Caretaker Minister for Energy Muhammad Ali, Secretary Petroleum on Tuesday held a meeting with a delegation of Adnoc which is the leading diversified energy group owned by Abu Dhabi government. Mr. Abdulla Qubaisi from Adnoc along with Mr. Emmanuel De Reynies, Global Head of Trading Adnoc were in presence, said a press… Continue reading Energy Minister, Secretary Petroleum Division held meeting with Adnoc company’s delegation

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