UN chief calls for more investment in universal health coverage

UNITED NATIONS, Oct 7 (Xinhua/APP): UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Wednesday called on governments to invest more in universal health coverage. COVID-19 has shown that universal health coverage, strong public health systems and emergency preparedness are essential, he said in a video message for the launch of his policy brief on COVID-19 and universal health… Continue reading UN chief calls for more investment in universal health coverage

British newspaper exposes bad governance and human right abuses by Modi led BJP regime

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LONDON, Oct 07 (APP): India’s right wing populist prime minister, Narendra Modi, has erected an oppressive, Hindu majoritarian power vertical, where inclusive, secular traditions trail-blazed by Mahatma Gandhi and Jawaharlal Nehru once proudly stood, the Guardian reported. A latest report published by the British Newspaper, said Amnesty specializes in hard truths.It said that Narendra Modi… Continue reading British newspaper exposes bad governance and human right abuses by Modi led BJP regime

At UN, Pakistan says Hong Kong affairs are China’s internal matters

At UN, Pakistan says Hong Kong affairs are China's internal matters

UNITED NATIONS, Oct 07 (APP): Pakistan, speaking for 55 countries at a U.N. panel, has said that Hong Kong affairs are China’s internal matters, and underscored the importance of non-interference in the domestic affairs of sovereign states–a basic international norm. Ambassador Munir Akram, the Pakistani permanent representative to the UN, was responding to a statement… Continue reading At UN, Pakistan says Hong Kong affairs are China’s internal matters

UN chief condemns escalating violence in Nagorno-Karabakh conflict zone

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UNITED NATIONS, Oct 06 (APP): UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has condemned the continuing escalation of violence in the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict zone between Armenia and Azerbaijan despite repeated international appeals for them to immediately stop the fighting. “He is gravely concerned by reports of the extension of hostilities, including the targeting of populated areas. He reminds… Continue reading UN chief condemns escalating violence in Nagorno-Karabakh conflict zone

Health experts, critics slam Trump for tweeting ‘Don’t Be Afraid Of Covid’

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NEW YORK, Oct 06 (APP): US health experts and critics responded to President Donald Trump’s tweet to not “be afraid of Covid”, calling the message “preposterous” and “dangerous” for the leader of a nation that has surpassed 210,000 deaths to the deadly virus. President Trump returned to the White House Monday evening, despite still being… Continue reading Health experts, critics slam Trump for tweeting ‘Don’t Be Afraid Of Covid’

Over 200 UK citizens sign open letter condemning BJP’s dictatorial, majoritarian agenda in India

LONDON, Oct 6 (APP): Over 200 prominent citizens from the United Kingdom – artists, journalists, lawyers, politicians and over 50 senior academics – have signed an open letter condemning the ‘dictatorial and majoritarian agenda’ being pursued by Modi led Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) government. These include British MPs cutting across various political parties, including the… Continue reading Over 200 UK citizens sign open letter condemning BJP’s dictatorial, majoritarian agenda in India

Trump’s spokeswoman, other White House staffers test positive for coronavirus

NEW YORK, Oct 05 (APP):US President Donald Trump’s press secretary announced Monday that she had contracted the coronavirus, the latest member of the president’s inner circle or senior Republican to come down with the virus in recent days. Kayleigh McEnany said in a statement posted on Twitter she had tested negative since Thursday, when the… Continue reading Trump’s spokeswoman, other White House staffers test positive for coronavirus

World Teachers’ Day commemorated as coronavirus pushes educators to reimagine future

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UNITED NATIONS, Oct 05 (APP): UN agencies and their partners Monday called for thinking “beyond COVID-19” to reimagine education and realize the goal of providing all students with access to quality learning, as they marked World Teachers’ Day. This year’s commemoration highlights the critical contribution teachers have made in ensuring that learning continues during the… Continue reading World Teachers’ Day commemorated as coronavirus pushes educators to reimagine future

Over 200 UK citizens sign open letter condemning BJP’s dictatorial, majoritarian agenda in India

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LONDON, Oct 05 (APP): Over 200 prominent citizens from the United Kingdom – artists, journalists, lawyers, politicians and over 50 senior academics – have signed an open letter condemning the ‘dictatorial and majoritarian agenda’ being pursued by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), led by Modi government, The Wire India reported. According to an article published… Continue reading Over 200 UK citizens sign open letter condemning BJP’s dictatorial, majoritarian agenda in India

China, Pakistan companies cooperate each other in textile sector

Made-in-Pakistan showpieces fascinate Chinese visitors in Shanghai

BEIJING, Oct 5 (APP): Both as textile powerhouses, China and Pakistan are cooperating each other to increase business in the textile sector, said some traders who have had years of business dealings with Pakistan. Pakistani-made coarse yarn delivers good value for money as its advantage in cotton fiber overcomes the weakness of coarse yarn production… Continue reading China, Pakistan companies cooperate each other in textile sector

UN slams suicide attack in Afghan province of Nangarhar

UNITED NATIONS, Oct 05 (APP): The United Nations has strongly condemned Saturday’s suicide attack on a government building in Nangarhar province, eastern Afghanistan, and called for the perpetrators to be brought to justice. At least 13 people were killed and dozens more injured in the attack that targeted a district administrative building in Shinwar, where… Continue reading UN slams suicide attack in Afghan province of Nangarhar

Trump could be discharged from hospital as soon as Monday: Doctors

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NEW YORK, Oct 04 (APP):US President Donald Trump’s doctors said Sunday his condition was improving and he could be discharged from a hospital near Washington as soon as Monday but that his oxygen levels have dipped twice and that he received supplemental oxygen Friday. The president’s physician, Dr. Sean Conley, in a live press briefing… Continue reading Trump could be discharged from hospital as soon as Monday: Doctors

Activists criticise US for ignoring Indian human rights abuses

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NEW YORK, Oct 04 (APP): Human rights advocates are criticizing the United States for ignoring India’s rights abuses against Muslims and in occupied Kashmir as Washington and New Delhi forge stronger diplomatic and military ties aimed at neutralizing China’s growing influence in the region, according to a media report. Citing officials, The New York Times… Continue reading Activists criticise US for ignoring Indian human rights abuses

High Commission for Pakistan in London starts a daily appointment system for Consular Services

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LONDON, Oct 04 (APP): Pakistan High Commission in London on Saturday announced that in order to facilitate Pakistani Community for Consular Services, the High Commission has started a daily appointment system for Consular Services. According to a statement of the High Commission issued here said that the appointments for Consular Services (Passport, NADRA and attestation)… Continue reading High Commission for Pakistan in London starts a daily appointment system for Consular Services

Human rights declining in Modi’s India, says US scholar citing abuses in Kashmir

Human rights declining in Modi's India, says US scholar citing abuses in Kashmir

NEW YORK, Oct 03 (APP): An Indian-American academician has brushed aside India’s reasons for its recent tough action against Amnesty International, saying “ample evidence” existed that the government was in fact irritated by the international human rights body’s unfavourable reports on the situation in Indian occupied Kashmir, the recent New Delhi riots and the legislation… Continue reading Human rights declining in Modi’s India, says US scholar citing abuses in Kashmir

AJK begins preparations to commemorate 15th Anniversary of October 8, earthquake as National Disaster Awareness Day:

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MIRPUR (AJK): Oct 03 (APP): Necessary preparations have been stated to commemorate the 15th Anniversary of history’s worst earthquake of October 8, 2005 across Azad Jammu Kashmir as the National Disaster Awareness Day with the glowing tributes to be paid to the victims of the catastrophe in the region. “In the AJK’s metropolis Muzaffarabad, the… Continue reading AJK begins preparations to commemorate 15th Anniversary of October 8, earthquake as National Disaster Awareness Day:

UN chief calls for new push to eliminate nuclear weapons

UNITED NATIONS, Oct 03 (APP): The world must return to the path of nuclear disarmament and diffuse a looming arms race among nations with atomic arsenals, UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres told the final major event of the General Assembly’s high level week on Friday. The elimination of nuclear weapons is vital to the “survival of… Continue reading UN chief calls for new push to eliminate nuclear weapons

China, Pak launch comprehensive project of eye health for children, adolescents

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BEIJING, Oct 3 (APP): China and Pakistan have launched a comprehensive project of eye health for children and adolescents in Pakistan aimed at making efforts to boost the health corridor. Under the joint promotion of the Liaoning Provincial Development and Reform Commission and Pakistan Embassy in China, a signing ceremony of the cooperation was held… Continue reading China, Pak launch comprehensive project of eye health for children, adolescents

White House doctor says Trump ‘doing very well’ amid coronavirus treatment

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NEW YORK, Oct 03 (APP): US President Donald Trump is being treated at a military hospital near the capital city of Washington for coronavirus and has begun receiving an anti-viral drug, his doctor announced Friday night. “Going well, I think! Thank you to all. LOVE!!!,” the president tweeted after having been moved to the Walter… Continue reading White House doctor says Trump ‘doing very well’ amid coronavirus treatment

Progress towards gender equality under threat: UN chief warns

UNITED NATIONS, Oct 02 (APP): Warning that the coronavirus pandemic could erase recent “fragile progress” towards gender equality, UN Secretary-General Antonio Thursday urged governments around the world to act and put women at the center of recovery and response. The UN chief issued the warning in a speech to a UN General Assembly high-level meeting… Continue reading Progress towards gender equality under threat: UN chief warns

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