PM links country’s development with promotion of science, technology

ISLAMABAD, Aug 21 (APP): Prime Minister Imran Khan on Friday said the country’s development was linked with promotion of science and technology, and directed for early finalization of the science and technology related projects. The prime minister was chairing a meeting on new projects of Ministry of Science and Technology, here at PM Office. The… Continue reading PM links country’s development with promotion of science, technology

Govt Okays digital banking facility for overseas Pakistanis

ISLAMABAD, Aug 20 (APP):The government on Thursday approved digital bank account facility for the overseas Pakistanis to help them make payments, investments and avail all allied facilities while being abroad. Introduced on Prime Minister Imran Khan’s instruction, the Roshan Digital Account would be launched by first week of September. In a meeting held here, the prime… Continue reading Govt Okays digital banking facility for overseas Pakistanis

Thousands of jobs being created under climate ministry’s executed projects: Amin

Thousands of jobs being created under climate ministry's executed projects: Amin

ISLAMABAD, Aug 20 (APP):Special Assistant to the Prime Minister on Climate Change Malik Amin Aslam Thursday said thousands of jobs being created in the projects executed under the Ministry of Climate Change. Addressing a joint press briefing flanked by Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Shibli Faraz along with Advisor on Commerce Abdul Razzak Dawood,… Continue reading Thousands of jobs being created under climate ministry’s executed projects: Amin

State institutions ‘on same page’ to achieve rule of law, justice: President

ISLAMABAD, Aug 20 (APP): President Dr Arif Alvi on Thursday said all the state institutions of Pakistan, including parliament, army and judiciary, were “on the same page” with a united approach of ensuring rule of law and social justice for the people. “Our state institutions are in unison and pursuing the same vision of overcoming… Continue reading State institutions ‘on same page’ to achieve rule of law, justice: President

Record legislation done in 2 years: Ali Muhammad

ISLAMABAD, Aug 20 (APP):Minister of State for Parliamentary Affairs Ali Muhammad Khan Thursday said record legislation was done in the Parliament in two years by ensuring working relationship with the opposition despite political differences. Speaking during a press conference along with other ministers to elaborate the two years performance of the government of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf,… Continue reading Record legislation done in 2 years: Ali Muhammad

Govt has taken unprecedented steps for environment protection in 2 years: Zartaj

  ISLAMABAD, Aug 20 (APP):Minister of State for Climate Change Zartaj Gul Wazir Thursday said the present government had taken unprecedented steps over the last two years for the protection of environment. Addressing a joint press briefing over two year performance of the government, flanked byFederal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Senator Syed Shibli Faraz… Continue reading Govt has taken unprecedented steps for environment protection in 2 years: Zartaj

SAFRON minister for more funding for Afghan refugees

ISLAMABAD, Aug 20 (APP):Minister of State for States and Frontier Regions (SAFRON) Shehryar Afridi Thursday said his ministry had extensively engaged the donor countries and convinced them to enhance funding for the Afghan refugees. The efforts made by the ministry led the United States Embassy in Pakistan to host first-ever donor’s conference for the Afghan… Continue reading SAFRON minister for more funding for Afghan refugees

STPF finalizes to diversify export sector: Dawood

ISLAMABAD, Aug 20 (APP):Advisor to Prime Minister on Commerce and Investment Abdul Razak Dawood Thursday said that Strategic Policy Framework (STPF) had been finalized which would bring diversification  in local export sector and encourage industrialization in the country. The Prime Minister was also briefed about the policy framework and he had accorded the approval, he… Continue reading STPF finalizes to diversify export sector: Dawood

Govt working on reforms agenda to modernize functioning of government through e-governance: Dr. Ishrat

ISLAMABAD, Aug 20 (APP):Advisor to Prime Minister on Institutional Reforms Dr. Ishrat Hussain on Thursday said that government was working on special reforms agenda to modernize and simplify the functioning of government through the use of e-governance tools. Addressing joint press briefing regarding two years performance of the government, flanked by Federal Minister for Information… Continue reading Govt working on reforms agenda to modernize functioning of government through e-governance: Dr. Ishrat

Prime minister directs automation of tax collection, refunds

KP’s universal health insurance first step towards welfare state: PM

ISLAMABAD, Aug 20 (APP): Prime Minister Imran Khan Thursday directed the Federal Board of Revenue to specially focus the automation of tax fixation, collection and refund processes. Chairing a meeting to review the ongoing reforms process in FBR, the prime minister called for prioritizing the simplification of the tax forms meant for individuals, companies particularly… Continue reading Prime minister directs automation of tax collection, refunds

PM directs banks to simplify house building loan processes

ISLAMABAD, Aug 20 (APP):Prime Minister Imran Khan on Thursday instructed the commercial banks to simplify the process to apply for house building loan to facilitate the low or middle income groups. Chairing the weekly meeting of National Coordination Committee on Housing, Construction and Development, the prime minister said the government had addressed all the reservations… Continue reading PM directs banks to simplify house building loan processes

Pakistan on course to become Islamic welfare state: PM

ISLAMABAD, Aug 20 (APP):Prime Minister Imran Khan on Thursday said the pro-people measures like extension of health insurance facility to entire population of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, manifested that Pakistan was on the course to become an Islamic welfare state. Addressing the agreement signing ceremony here between the KP government and State Life Insurance Corporation, the prime… Continue reading Pakistan on course to become Islamic welfare state: PM

Babar Awan presents 3rd parliamentary year calendar to PM

ISLAMABAD, Aug 20 (APP):Adviser to Prime Minister on Parliamentary Affairs Dr Babar Awan Thursday called on Prime Minister Imran Khan here. During the meeting, the adviser presented to the prime minister the calendar of third parliamentary year. They also discussed the constitutional, political and legal matters.

Water Resource Ministry needs no govt sovereign guarantee for any projects: Vawda

ISLAMABAD, Aug 19 (APP):Minister for Water Resources, Faisal Vawda on Wednesday said Water Resources Ministry was a sole entity which needed no government sovereign guarantee for executing any project. Addressing a press conference along with other federal ministers Shibli Faraz, Fawad Hussain, Dr Shiren Mazari, Omar Ayub, Ali Zaidi, , Murad Saeed, and Dr Fehmida… Continue reading Water Resource Ministry needs no govt sovereign guarantee for any projects: Vawda

Pakistan to import Euro-5 standard petrol from Sep 1: Nadeem Babar

ISLAMABAD, Aug 19 (APP):Special Assistant to the Prime Minister (SAPM) on Petroleum Nadeem Babar Wednesday said the country would start importing only Euro-5 standard petrol from September 1, aimed at providing quality fuel and tackling environmental issues. “Efficiency-wise, the Euro-5 petrol is far better than the existing Euro-II and will be available without any additional… Continue reading Pakistan to import Euro-5 standard petrol from Sep 1: Nadeem Babar

PSB revenue increases 40% Dr. Fehmida Mirza

ISLAMABAD, Aug 19 (APP):Minister for Inter Provincial Coordination (IPC) Dr. Fehmida Mirza Wednesday said Pakistan Sports Board’s (PSB) revenue significantly increased by 40 per cent in last two years. “The PSB revenue has been increased by 40 per cent after the improvement in facilities. Hopefully, this will further improve after the up gradation of some… Continue reading PSB revenue increases 40% Dr. Fehmida Mirza

Punjab chief minister calls on Prime Minister

MNAs, MPAs call on PM

ISLAMABAD, Aug 19 (APP): Chief Minister of Punjab Sardar Usman Buzdar Wednesday called on Prime Minister Imran Khan here. During the meeting, they discussed the matters pertaining to provincial development and politics.    

Govt to form NCC, provincial authorities to uplift tourism sector with better coordination

ISLAMABAD, Aug 19 (APP):The government on Wednesday announced to form the National Coordination Committee (NCC) on Tourism and provincial tourism authorities to uplift the sector by enhancing the coordination between the centre and federating units. The decision was made in a high level meeting chaired by Prime Minister Imran Khan here to discuss the measures… Continue reading Govt to form NCC, provincial authorities to uplift tourism sector with better coordination

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ISLAMABAD, Aug 19 (APP):Minister for Information and Broadcasting Senator Shibli Faraz on Wednesday asked the media to project the achievements of the government and point out its deficiencies as a watch dog. There was always room for improvement and the government was making efforts to improve its performance further, he said while addressing here a press… Continue reading Untitled

Communication ministry has saved Rs750 m through austerity policy: Murad Saeed

ISLAMABAD, Aug 19 (APP):Minister for Communications and Postal Services Murad Saeed Wednesday said following the vision of Prime Minister Imran Khan, the ministry had adopted the policy of austerity, accountability, transparency and self-sufficiency. He was addressing a press conference along with Minister for Information and Broadcasting Senator Shibli Faraz, Minister for Science and Technology, Chaudhry… Continue reading Communication ministry has saved Rs750 m through austerity policy: Murad Saeed

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