Navy role has become more important in modern times: Governor

LAHORE, Nov 27 (APP): Punjab Governor Malik Muhammad Rafique Rajwana Sunday said the role of navy for any country in the modern world had become more important than before. Addressing the concluding ceremony of the 6th Chief of the Naval Staff Amateur Golf Championship Trophy held at Royal Palm Golf and Country Course here, the… Continue reading Navy role has become more important in modern times: Governor

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India treading a dangerous path: Aizaz

ISLAMABAD, Nov 27 (APP): Foreign Secretary Aizaz Chaudhry Sunday warned that India was treading a dangerous path with its belligerent attitude, thereby harming itself. He said the leadership of Pakistan had very sagaciously reminded it of such dangerous tendencies. Speaking in a TV programme, he reiterated that on diplomatic front, Islamabad could not be isolated as it… Continue reading India treading a dangerous path: Aizaz

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World has ‘resolve’ to transform transport systems: UN chief

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UNITED NATIONS, Nov 27 (APP): The world has the “resolve commitment, imagination and creativity” to transform “transport systems in a sustainable manner that will improve human well being, enhance social progress and protect our planet,” UN Secretary General Ban Ki moon has said. “This sector is responsible for nearly a quarter of energy related greenhouse… Continue reading World has ‘resolve’ to transform transport systems: UN chief

2 day Gilgit Baltistan Mela concludes at Lok Virsa

ISLAMABAD, Nov 27 (APP): A two day Gilgit Baltistan Mela concluded here at National Institute of Folk and Traditional Heritage (Lok Virsa. GB Chief Minister Hafiz Hafeez ur Rehman was the chief guest at the concluding ceremony of the Mela held in connection with independence of Gilgit Baltistan from Dogra regime. Speaking on the occasion, the… Continue reading 2 day Gilgit Baltistan Mela concludes at Lok Virsa

Dar calls Gen Zubair, Gen Qamar Bajwa on telephone

Dar calls Gen Zubair, Gen Qamar Bajwa on telephone

ISLAMABAD, Nov 27 (APP): Finance Minister, Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar on Sunday called General Qamar Javed Bajwa on telephone. The Finance Minister congratulated General Bajwa on his appointment as Chief of Army Staff, according to a statement, issued by Ministry of Finance here. Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar also called General Zubair Mahmood Hayat on telephone. Dar congratulated… Continue reading Dar calls Gen Zubair, Gen Qamar Bajwa on telephone

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Rehearsal for COAS change of command ceremony in full swing

RAWALPINDI Nov 27 (APP): Rehearsal for the change of command of Chief of Army Staff (COAS) ceremony is in full swing, Director General Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR) Lt. General Asim Saleem Bajwa stated in a tweet message on Sunday. Newly appointed COAS General Qamar Javed Bajwa will take over the command from General Raheel… Continue reading Rehearsal for COAS change of command ceremony in full swing

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CAS Kabaddi Championship from Monday

ISLAMABAD, Nov 27 (APP: The Chief of Air Staff (CAS) Kabaddi Championship 2016 will commence at Jinnah Stadium, Pakistan Sports Complex Islamabad from Monday. Around 12 teams including PAF, Pakistan Army, Wapda, Railways, Sui Gas, Higher Education Commission (HEC), Police, Islamabad, Punjab, Sindh, Balochistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa are taking part in the championship, which will… Continue reading CAS Kabaddi Championship from Monday

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Modi lives in paradise of fools to block water flows to Pakistan: Farooq Haider

MIRPUR, Nov 27 (APP): AJK Prime Minister Raja Farooq Haider Khan has said that Indian Prime Minister Modi lives in the paradise of fools if she thought about blocking the water flows to Pakistan. “India can’t stop flow of water of Kashmir to Pakistan as it belongs to Kashmiris’, Haider said while talking to various delegations from different walks… Continue reading Modi lives in paradise of fools to block water flows to Pakistan: Farooq Haider

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Ensuring quality of education top priority of government: Marriyum

ISLAMABAD, Nov 27 (APP): Minister of State for Information, Broadcasting and National Heritage (IB&NH), Marriyum Aurangzeb Sunday said improving public sector education system and providing modern facilities to the students, equal to the private sector, was top priority of the incumbent government. The minister was talking to newsmen here after attending a ‘Fun Fair’ ceremony of a local school.… Continue reading Ensuring quality of education top priority of government: Marriyum

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US embassy welcomes COAS appointment

US embassy welcomes COAS appointment

ISLAMABAD, Nov 27 (APP): The Embassy of United States Sunday welcomed Prime Minister Muhammad Nawaz Sharif’s appointment of General Qamar Javed Bajwa as the new Chief of Army Staff (COAS). In a statement issued here, it said that they were looking forward to continue their work with Pakistan’s elected leaders, with General Qamar Javed Bajwa,… Continue reading US embassy welcomes COAS appointment

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China, Pakistan can further explore avenues of mutual investment in furniture sector: Luo Qiang

LAHORE, Nov 27 (APP): Mr Luo Qiang, leader of the high ranking visiting Chinese business delegation Sunday said that there was a vast scope for further enhancement of bilateral trade between China and Pakistan in furniture sector and private sector of two countries can establish joint ventures in the neglected areas for investment. The leader… Continue reading China, Pakistan can further explore avenues of mutual investment in furniture sector: Luo Qiang

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Govt financing higher education to develop its infrastructure

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ISLAMABAD, Nov 27 (APP): Minister of State for Federal Education and Professional Training, Engr. Muhammad Baligh Ur Rehman Sunday said that the government was supporting the higher education sector by giving maximum financial grants for the development of infrastructure to benefit the public. He was addressing at 4th Convocation of National University of Modern Languages (NUML) as chief guest, said… Continue reading Govt financing higher education to develop its infrastructure

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Ceremony to welcome new CJCSC on Monday

RAWALPINDI Nov 27 (APP): In line to honor and formally welcome the newly appointed Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee, General Zubair Mehmood Hayat, a ceremony will be held at Joint Staff Headquarters on Monday. Upon arrival at Joint Staff Headquarters, the CJCSC will be presented guard of honor by the contingent of tri-services.

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TDAP focuses 15 Intl. exhibitions to enhance trade with African continent

ISLAMABAD, Nov 27 (APP): Trade Development Authority of Pakistan (TDAP) has focussed 15 international exhibitions for participation to enhance trade relations in African continent during current financial year. The government, in order to enhance trade with African countries including Zimbabwe has been focusing on promotional activities to increase the volume of bilateral trade. Sources at… Continue reading TDAP focuses 15 Intl. exhibitions to enhance trade with African continent

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Dynamic nations learn, implement positive practices for society’s betterment: Begum Mehmooda

Dynamic nations learn, implement positive practices for society’s betterment: Begum Mehmooda

ISLAMABAD, Nov 27 (APP): First Lady Mehmooda Mamnoon Hussain on Sunday said dynamic nations keep themselves connected with the contemporary civilizations so as to learn from them positive practices and implement these for the betterment of their societies. Speaking at the annual charity Bazaar of Pakistan Foreign Office Women’s Association (PFOWA) here at the Foreign… Continue reading Dynamic nations learn, implement positive practices for society’s betterment: Begum Mehmooda

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Trump dismisses Wisconsin vote recount as ‘scam’

NEW YORK, Nov 27 (APP): Republican President-elect Donald Trump has described an impending recount of votes in the U.S. state of Wisconsin as a “scam”. In a statement, Trump, who narrowly won the state, said the results “should be respected instead of being challenged or abused”. The recount has been requested by Green Party candidate… Continue reading Trump dismisses Wisconsin vote recount as ‘scam’

Gen Raheel inaugurates Shabbir Sharif Hospital

RAWALPINDI, Nov 27 (APP): Chief of the Army Staff General Raheel Sharif Sunday visited his native town of Kujah and inaugurated the newly built Shabbir Sharif Hospital for the residents of the area. According to Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR), notables of the area were present on the occasion. The COAS also took round various departments of the… Continue reading Gen Raheel inaugurates Shabbir Sharif Hospital

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PTI trying to make CPEC disputed: Baligh

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ISLAMABAD, Nov 27 (APP): Minister of State for Interior and Education Muhammad Baligh ur Rehman Sunday strongly rejected the perception being created by PTI that the government was keeping information about the China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) project secret. It was unfortunate, he said, that the Pakistan Tehreek i Insaf (PTI) was trying to make such… Continue reading PTI trying to make CPEC disputed: Baligh

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Religious minister meets his Turkish counterpart

Govt has no plan to change blasphemy law: Yousaf

ISLAMABAD, Nov 27 (APP): Minister for Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony Sardar Muhammad Yousaf met President of Religious Affairs of Turkey (Diyanet) Prof Dr. Mehmet Gormez and exchanged views on ways to further deepen bilateral cooperation, particularly between their respective institutions. Sardar Muhammad Yousaf highlighted the deep rooted, multifaceted fraternal ties between Pakistan and Turkey, anchored firmly… Continue reading Religious minister meets his Turkish counterpart

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Proposed LPG regulation policy to end ‘mafia’ monopoly: Official

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ISLAMABAD, Nov 27 (APP): Proposed Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) regulation policy would help end monopoly of ‘mafia’ and ensure smooth supply of commodity throughout the year at prescribed rates, a senior official of the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Resources said. The ministry is finalizing a policy to regulate LPG prices and curb monopoly of… Continue reading Proposed LPG regulation policy to end ‘mafia’ monopoly: Official

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