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28 Pakistanis released from Saudi prisons reach Lahore

LAHORE, Aug 03 (APP): The 28-Pakistanis, released from the Saudi Arabian prisons after a royal decree, Tuesday reached Lahore’s Allama Iqbal International Airport via chartered flight of the Pakistan International Airlines (PIA). The 28 Pakistanis, who were imprisoned in various Saudi jails, have been released by the royal decree of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman… Continue reading 28 Pakistanis released from Saudi prisons reach Lahore

Punjab govt would implement uniform curriculum in province from Monday: SACM

SIALKOT, Aug 01 (APP):Special Assistant to the Chief Minister Punjab on Information Dr. Firdous Ashiq Awan Sunday said that Punjab government was going to implement uniform curriculum in the province from Monday.Addressing a press conference here in Kobbey chak, SACM Dr. Firdous Ashiq Awan said that the dream of “one nation one curriculum” of Prime… Continue reading Punjab govt would implement uniform curriculum in province from Monday: SACM

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PM commends FBR for record Rs. 410 bln revenue collection in July

ISLAMABAD, July 31 (APP): Prime Minister Imran Khan on Saturday commended the efforts of the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) for achieving the record Rs. 410 billion revenue collection in July, 2021. “As of now collection is Rs.410 bn which is highest ever in month of July – & around 22% above required target for… Continue reading PM commends FBR for record Rs. 410 bln revenue collection in July

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Fencing along Afghan border to be completed by Aug 14: Sheikh Rashid

ISLAMABAD, Jul 26 (APP):Minister for Interior Sheikh Rashid Ahmed on Monday said fencing along the Afghan border would be completed by August 14 while 46 to 48 percent fencing on the border with Iran had been completed. Addressing a news conference here, he said there have been thousands of foreigners living in the country over… Continue reading Fencing along Afghan border to be completed by Aug 14: Sheikh Rashid

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Pak-China friendship has ‘flourished from strength to strength’: FO

ISLAMABAD, Jul 25 (APP):Pakistan on Sunday said it’s time-tested friendship with China had flourished with strength and remained unaffected amid regional and global environment. “Indeed time-tested Pakistan-China friendship has flourished from strength to strength, unaffected by vicissitudes of time and changes in regional and global environment,” the Foreign Office said in a tweet after the… Continue reading Pak-China friendship has ‘flourished from strength to strength’: FO

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China to build closer community of shared future with Pakistan in new era: Wang Yi

BEIJING, July 25 (APP):China stands ready to work with Pakistan to promote the building of a closer community of shared future in the new era, bring more benefits to the two peoples, and make greater contributions to regional stability and prosperity, Chinese State Councilor and Foreign Minister Wang Yi said. Noting that this year marks… Continue reading China to build closer community of shared future with Pakistan in new era: Wang Yi

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PML-N must share details of Nawaz’s meeting with Afghan National Security Advisor: Fawad

ISLAMABAD, Jul 24 (APP):Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Chaudhary Fawad Hussain on Saturday asked the Pakistan Muslim League (PML-N) to share details of Nawaz Sharif’s meeting with Afghan National Security Advisor Hamdullah Mohib with the nation. The PML-N must share the audio transcript of the meeting, he said while addressing a press conference here… Continue reading PML-N must share details of Nawaz’s meeting with Afghan National Security Advisor: Fawad

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PML-N must share details of Nawaz’s meeting with Afghan National Security Advisor: Fawad

ISLAMABAD, Jul 24 (APP):Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Chaudhary Fawad Hussain on Saturday asked the Pakistan Muslim League (PML-N) to share details of Nawaz Sharif’s meeting with Afghan National Security Advisor Hamdullah Mohib with the nation. The PML-N must share the audio transcript of Nawaz and Hamdullah Mohib of the meeting, he said while… Continue reading PML-N must share details of Nawaz’s meeting with Afghan National Security Advisor: Fawad

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Pakistan rejects Indian State Minister’s parliament remarks on J&K dispute, CPEC, Afghan situation

ISLAMABAD, July 24 (APP): Pakistan on Saturday categorically rejected baseless and irresponsible remarks made by Indian State Minister for External Affairs in the Indian Parliament regarding the Jammu and Kashmir dispute, situation in Afghanistan and the China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC). “Regurgitation of false and fabricated claims by India can neither change the facts nor… Continue reading Pakistan rejects Indian State Minister’s parliament remarks on J&K dispute, CPEC, Afghan situation

FM telephones ex-diplomat Shaukat Mukadam to condole daughter’s killing

ISLAMABAD, July 21 (APP): Foreign Minister Makhdoom Shah Mahmood Qureshi on Wednesday had a telephonic contact with former Pakistani diplomat Shaukat Mukadam and expressed his condolences over the tragic incident of his daughter’s killing. He commiserated with family members of the deceased and said that he equally share the grief of bereaved family in this… Continue reading FM telephones ex-diplomat Shaukat Mukadam to condole daughter’s killing

President visits Panahgah in federal capital; extends Eid greetings to residents

ISLAMABAD, July 21 (APP): President Dr. Arif Alvi on Wednesday visited a Panahgah (shelter home) in the federal capital, being run by Pakistan Bait ul Maal, and extended Eid greetings to the residents. The President, who was briefed about the facilities made available at Panahgah, also dined with the residents and inquired about their jobs… Continue reading President visits Panahgah in federal capital; extends Eid greetings to residents

Remaining 23 Pakistani prisoners to be repatriated soon from Saudi Arabia: FO Spokesperson

ISLAMABAD, July 21 (APP): Foreign Office Spokesperson Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri Wednesday said with 62 out of 85 Pakistani prisoners already repatriated from Saudi Arabia upon waiver of their sentences, the remaining 23 will also be brought back soon. “As directed by the Prime Minister, we have so far repatriated 62 individuals out of total 85,… Continue reading Remaining 23 Pakistani prisoners to be repatriated soon from Saudi Arabia: FO Spokesperson

Pakistan condemns restrictions imposed by India on Eid prayers, sacrifice of animals in IIOJK

ISLAMABAD, July 21 (APP): Pakistan on Wednesday strongly condemned restrictions imposed by the Indian authorities on Eid-ul-Adha prayers and sacrifice of animals in the Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK). “Imposition of restrictions on prayers and religious festivities on one of the most important days of Islamic calendar represents complete disrespect and deep-rooted prejudice… Continue reading Pakistan condemns restrictions imposed by India on Eid prayers, sacrifice of animals in IIOJK

Govt disburses 100% funds allocated for water resources, NTDC, PEPCO projects under PSDP 2020-21

ISLAMABAD, Jul 14 (APP): The government has released 100 percent funds for various water resource, National Transmission and Despatch Company (NTDC) and Pakistan Electric Power Company (PEPCO) projects allocated under the Public Sector Development Programme (PSDP 2020-21). According to the data of Planning Commission, an amount of Rs71,734.046 million was allocated for various water resource… Continue reading Govt disburses 100% funds allocated for water resources, NTDC, PEPCO projects under PSDP 2020-21

PM directs for expeditious completion of ERRA’s ongoing projects

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ISLAMABAD, Jul 10 (APP): Prime Minister Imran Khan on Saturday directed the Earthquake Reconstruction and Rehabilitation Authority (ERRA) to complete the ongoing projects on fast-track basis to facilitate the people. The prime minister was chairing a meeting to review ERRA’s ongoing reconstruction and development projects, PM office media wing said in a press release. The… Continue reading PM directs for expeditious completion of ERRA’s ongoing projects

Kachhi canal extension being carried out with cumulative cost of Rs 19.504 bln

ISLAMABAD, Jul 6 (APP): The extension of Kachhi Canal is being carried out through three different contracts with cumulative cost of Rs.19.504 billion. Sources told APP on Tuesday that the extension works as per schedule would be completed by August 2022. Under the extension works, existing main canal would be further extended by another 40… Continue reading Kachhi canal extension being carried out with cumulative cost of Rs 19.504 bln

Fawad urges opposition to share its agenda, hopes opposition leadership enjoying facilities in Swat

ISLAMABAD, Jul 04 (APP):Minister for Information and Broadcasting Chaudhry Fawad Hussain on Sunday urged opposition to share its agenda or plan for progress and prosperity of Pakistan as mere criticism on Prime Minister Imran Khan was not enough. The purposeless wandering of opposition leadership from one destination to another like stray souls would not serve… Continue reading Fawad urges opposition to share its agenda, hopes opposition leadership enjoying facilities in Swat

Bilawal may not know Time, World, Pakistan have changed now: Shahbaz Gill

ISLAMABAD, Jul 03 (APP): Special Assistant to Prime Minister on Political Communication, Dr. Shahbaz Gill on Saturday said that Chairperson Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP), Bilawal Bhutto Zardari might not know that Time, World and Pakistan has changed now. Using his twitter handle he questioned Bilawal Bhutto that whether he was going to Washington like his… Continue reading Bilawal may not know Time, World, Pakistan have changed now: Shahbaz Gill

NA passes finance bill after lengthy discussion

ISLAMABAD, Jun 29 (APP):The National Assembly on Tuesday passed the Finance Bill, 2021-22 after lengthy debate of five hour ten minute over the budget. Budget session was quite exhaustive as 244 members from the treasury and the opposition benches participated in general discussion on the Budget and consumed sixty-nine hours five minutes. Additional sixteen hours… Continue reading NA passes finance bill after lengthy discussion

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