PESHAWAR, Sept 3 (APP): A meeting of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (kP) Apex Committee chaired by Governor Iqbal Zafar Jhagra at Governor House here Saturday reviewed the overall law and order situation and discussed measures to materialize National Action Plan (NAP) in its true perspective. The meeting among others was attended by Chief Minister KP, Pervez Khattak,… Continue reading Apex committee discuss measures to materialize NAP
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Govt to complete tenure, to get power again after 2018 polls
LAHORE, Sep 2 (APP): Brushing aside the tall claims and repeated predictions by certain opposition leaders, Prime Minister Muhammad Nawaz Sharif Friday said the incumbent government would not only complete its five year term but would also come to power again after 2018 polls due to its development agenda. “Three and a half years have… Continue reading Govt to complete tenure, to get power again after 2018 polls
PM invites Turkish investors to explore Pakistan’s infrastructure, energy sectors
ISLAMABAD, Sep 2 (APP): Prime Minister Muhammad Nawaz Sharif on Friday invited the Turkish investors to explore Pakistan’s infrastructure and energy sectors. He was talking to Chairman Foreign Economic Relations Board Turkey (DEIK), Omer Cihad Vardan, who is here to attend Pakistan- Turkey Business Round-table, being held as follow-up to the recent visit of Punjab’s Chief Minister to Turkey. The… Continue reading PM invites Turkish investors to explore Pakistan’s infrastructure, energy sectors
PM breaks ground for Rs 24 billion Lahore Eastern Bypass Project
LAHORE, Sept 2 (APP): Prime Minister Muhammad Nawaz here Friday launched work on Lahore Eastern Bypass Project at Kala Shah Kaku that would connect with Lahore Ring Road, some 3.3 km off Niazi Interchange. On his arrival, along with Minister for Defence Production Rana Tanveer Hussain and other party leaders at the venue, hundreds of party workers and residents… Continue reading PM breaks ground for Rs 24 billion Lahore Eastern Bypass Project
Pervaiz for further fortifying security measures to protect media houses, media persons
ISLAMABAD, Sept 2 (APP): Security measures need to be further fortified to ensure safety and protection of media houses and media persons, Minister for Information, Broadcasting and National Heritage (IB&NH) Pervaiz Rashid Friday said. He was chairing the 6th Meeting of the Ministerial Committee constituted to address security related issues of media houses here. Minister… Continue reading Pervaiz for further fortifying security measures to protect media houses, media persons
Dar asks opposition to help formulate consensus law for probing corruption
ISLAMABAD, Sept 2 (APP): Stressing political unity on economy, security and energy issues, Finance Minister, Muhammad Ishaq Dar on Friday reiterated government’s reconciliation offer and asked the opposition to join hands for formulating a consensus law to probe alleged corruption. “Today, the treasury benches have laid Pakistan Commission of Inquiry Bill 2016 in the light… Continue reading Dar asks opposition to help formulate consensus law for probing corruption
Opposition ill intention behind tabling of Panama paper’s bill in Senate: Anusha Rehman
ISLAMABAD, Sep 2(APP) : Minister of State for Information Technology and Telecommunication Mrs Anusha Rehman on Friday said that the opposition tabled “Panama Papers Inquiry Bill” in Senate with ill intention. Addressing a press conference alongwith Finance Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar, Minister for Law and Justice Zahid Hamid, Minister for Shipping Mir Hasil Khan Bazinjo and Minister… Continue reading Opposition ill intention behind tabling of Panama paper’s bill in Senate: Anusha Rehman
CPEC a symbol of 65 years of successful Sino-Pak ties: PM
ISLAMABAD, Sep 2 (APP): Prime Minister Muhammad Nawaz Sharif Friday said the China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) was not merely a strategic agreement between Pakistan and China, but also a symbol of successful completion of their 65 years of friendship. Talking to Chairman SEP/SPIC Chinese Group, Wang Yundan here at PM House, the Prime Minister termed Sino-Pak ties as… Continue reading CPEC a symbol of 65 years of successful Sino-Pak ties: PM
Azerbaijan Ambassador calls on Finance Minister
ISLAMABAD, Sep 2 (APP): The Ambassador of Azerbaijan to Pakistan, Ali Alizada called on Federal Minister for Finance, Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar here Friday and discussed matters relating to energy and enhancement of bilateral trade between the two countries. The Finance Minister informed the Ambassador that Pakistan values relationship with Azerbaijan, a statement of the Ministry of Finance issued… Continue reading Azerbaijan Ambassador calls on Finance Minister
Indian troops resort to firing along LOC
RAWALPINDI Sept 02 (APP) Indian troops resorted to unprovoked firing in Thob/Bhimber sector on Line of Control (LOC), an Inter Services Public Relations news release here on Friday stated. “Pakistani troops befittingly responded. No loss reported,” it said.
Pervaiz Rashid condemns Mardan attack
ISLAMABAD, Sep 2 (APP): Minister for Information, Broadcasting and National Heritage Senator Pervaiz Rashid Friday strongly condemned a terrorist act and killing of innocent citizens in Mardan. Perpetrators of this act are enemies of Pakistan, he said adding the people of Pakistan are resilient to face the designs of the enemies of the country. He… Continue reading Pervaiz Rashid condemns Mardan attack
PNCA to foster sense of cultural harmony among the masses
ISLAMABAD, Sep 2 (APP): Pakistan National Council for Arts (PNCA) strives to foster cultural harmony among the nation, and project Pakistan as a united, progressive and culturally rich country. With the objectives to encourage creative individual talent, develop art and culture institutions and foster clear sense of purpose, PNCA provides services as an expert and advisory body.… Continue reading PNCA to foster sense of cultural harmony among the masses
Jansher denies Pakistani winning squad of World Jr Squash Open has overage players
PESHAWAR, Sept 2 (APP): Former World Champion and Squash legend Jansher Khan has categorically negated the news regarding playing of overage players in the Pakistan team that recently won the World Junior Squash Championship in Poland. Jansher Khan, who is also advisor to President Pakistan Squash Federation Chief of Air Staff Sohail Aman, in a statement issued here… Continue reading Jansher denies Pakistani winning squad of World Jr Squash Open has overage players
PM lauds security officials on neutralising terrorist plan in Peshawar
ISLAMABAD, Sep 2 (APP) : Prime Minister Muhammad Nawaz Sharif on Friday lauded the efforts of security offcials for successfully neutralising a terrorist attack in Peshawar, without any loss of life and property. “The enhanced ability and capacity of our security agencies including army , Frontier Corps and police to promptly neutralise the terrorists attacks… Continue reading PM lauds security officials on neutralising terrorist plan in Peshawar
All players given opportunity in England series: Mickey Arthur
ISLAMABAD, Sep 2 (APP): Pakistan Coach Mickey Arthur feels all players got opportunity to prove their metal in the series against England and now it is an open secret that who will be taken forward. “I want to give guys opportunities and then we will know by the end of the tour who we can… Continue reading All players given opportunity in England series: Mickey Arthur
Cricket-T20-Points Table
RAWALPINDI, Sep 2 (APP): Following is the points table of the ongoing Cool & Cool Presents JAZZ National T20 Cup at Pindi Stadium, Rawalpindi on Friday. Sr.No Teams P W L Points Net R.R 1 Peshawar Region 3 3… Continue reading Cricket-T20-Points Table
Umar Amin shines in Rawalpindi’s win over Islamabad
RAWALPINDI, Sept 2 (APP): Umar Amin shone with the bat to guide Rawalpindi to a five -wicket win over Islamabad in a Cool and Cool Presents Jazz National T20 Cup here at Pindi Stadium, Rawalpindi on Thursday night. The 26-year-old scored brisk unbeaten 76 off 50 balls, hitting five boundaries and four sixes. The other… Continue reading Umar Amin shines in Rawalpindi’s win over Islamabad
Mainly hot, dry weather likely in most parts of country
ISLAMABAD, Sep 2 (APP): Met office forecast mainly hot, dry weather in most parts of the country in next 24 hours. Seasonal low lies over north Balochistan. Yesterday’s trough of Westerly wave over Kashmir continues to persist and a fresh Westerly wave lies over Northern parts of Iran, an official told APP. In last 24… Continue reading Mainly hot, dry weather likely in most parts of country
Non-Formal basic community school inaugurated
ISLAMABAD, Sep 2 (APP): State Minister for Higher Education and Professional Training Engineer Muhammad Baligh ur Rehman on Friday inaugurated a Non-Formal Basic Community School at Saray Kharbooza Islamabad. This Primary school was set up with the collaboration of National Commission for Human Development (NCHD) and Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) aiming 100 percent enrollment… Continue reading Non-Formal basic community school inaugurated
NA passes resolution strongly condemning anti-Pakistan speech of Altaf
ISLAMABAD, Sep. 2 (APP): The National Assembly on Friday passed a resolution strongly condemning anti-Pakistan and provocative speech of MQM chief Altaf Hussain and attack on media houses on August 22. The resolution moved by Minister for Kashmir Affairs Chaudhry Bargis Tahir termed Altaf speech derogatory to the country and an attack on the ideology… Continue reading NA passes resolution strongly condemning anti-Pakistan speech of Altaf
