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PM for political commitment, adequate investment to achive goal of malaria-free world

ISLAMABAD, Apr 25 (APP): As the world observes World Malaria Day on Thursday, Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif called for a vigorous political commitment and adequate investment strategies to reach the goal of a world free from the disease. The prime minister, in a message on the Day, stressed the need to learn from each… Continue reading PM for political commitment, adequate investment to achive goal of malaria-free world

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Delegation from CMCC, CMPak visit PTA

ISLAMABAD, Apr 25 (APP):A senior-level delegation of China Mobile Communications Group Co. Ltd. (CMCC) and the CEO of China Mobile Pakistan (CMPak) visited the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) and met with the Authority. Chairman PTA, Major General (R) Hafeez Ur Rehman shared Pakistan’s telecom sector achievements with the delegation. On the occasion, Member Finance (PTA) … Continue reading Delegation from CMCC, CMPak visit PTA

Renowned TV, stage actress, playwright, activist Madeeha Gohar remembered

ISLAMABAD, Apr 25 (APP):Renowned television and stage actress, playwright,director of social theater, and women’s rights activist Madeeha Gohar was remembered on the occasion of her death anniversary on Thursday. Born on Sept 21, 1956, in Karachi, she was known for the art of dialogue delivery and changing facial expression in a beautiful style according to… Continue reading Renowned TV, stage actress, playwright, activist Madeeha Gohar remembered

Meeting regarding drug use in educational institutions held at ANF Headquarters

RAWALPINDI, Apr 25 (APP):A meeting regarding drug use in educational institutions was held here at Anti-Narcotics Force (ANF) Headquarters which was chaired by Director General (DG) ANF, Maj Gen, Abdul Moeed, HI (M). Senior officers of the federal and provincial ministries of education and regulatory institutions participated in the meeting. All the stakeholders agreed on… Continue reading Meeting regarding drug use in educational institutions held at ANF Headquarters

President stresses joint efforts to control Malaria

ISLAMABAD, Apr 25 (APP): President Asif Ali Zardari on Thursday urged all provincial governments and stakeholders to collaborate in controlling the spread of malaria and make Pakistan a Malaria free country. “I urge our healthcare providers both in the public and private sector, the non-governmental organizations, private entities, philanthropists, community leaders, media and other stakeholders… Continue reading President stresses joint efforts to control Malaria

Colorful cultural festival concludes at NUML

ISLAMABAD, Apr 24 (APP): A 3-Day long Spring Festival concluded at the National University of Modern Languages (NUML), Islamabad on Wednesday. The chief guest of the ceremony was Rector NUML Major General Shahid Mahmood Kayani HI (M) (Retd), while Director General NUML Brig Shahzad Munir, representatives of various embassies, dignitaries, Pro Rectors, Deans, Directors, people… Continue reading Colorful cultural festival concludes at NUML

AIOU to host 37th annual conference of AAOU in Oct

ISLAMABAD, Apr 24 (APP): Allama Iqbal Open University (AIOU) will host the 37th Annual Conference of the Asian Association of Open Universities (AAOU) from October 15 to 17. According to AIOU, over 100 international dignitaries, including vice-chancellors, rectors, professors, and researchers from open universities in Asian countries, as well as around 250 national academicians and… Continue reading AIOU to host 37th annual conference of AAOU in Oct

Saudi embassy pays tribute to Iqbal’s philosophical thoughts, love for KSA

By Rehan Khan ISLAMABAD, April 24 (APP):Commemorating the death anniversary of the renowned Philosopher and Poet of the East, Allama Muhammad Iqbal, the media section at the Royal Embassy of Saudi Arabia has released a video clip expressing Iqbal’s profound love and devotion to the Holy Land. Khalid Al-Hamawi highlighted Iqbal’s deep reverence for the… Continue reading Saudi embassy pays tribute to Iqbal’s philosophical thoughts, love for KSA

Addit’l FS receives journalists from UAE, KSA

ISLAMABAD, April 24 (APP): Additional Foreign Secretary (Middle East) Ambassador Rizwan Saeed Sheikh on Wednesday received a delegation of journalists from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA). He briefed the delegation on Pakistan’s robust bilateral relations with both countries and discussed key priority areas of Pakistan’s policy particularly Kashmir… Continue reading Addit’l FS receives journalists from UAE, KSA

CM calls on Aleem Khan to discuss GB’s road infrastructure

ISLAMABAD, Apr 24 (APP): Chief Minister Gilgit Baltistan Haji Gulbar Khan called on Federal Minister for Privatization, Board of Investment and Communications Abdul Aleem Khan on Wednesday and discussed the current political as well economic situation of the country. In the meeting here, they discussed construction of RC bridge, Tatta Pani and Karakoram Highway, opening… Continue reading CM calls on Aleem Khan to discuss GB’s road infrastructure

Envoys call on FM; pledged to further strengthen bilateral ties

ISLAMABAD, April 24 (APP): Minister for Foreign Affairs Ishaq Dar on Wednesday separately met with Canadian High Commissioner Leslie Scanlon and European Union Ambassador Dr Riina Kionka and discussed the bilateral ties between Pakistan and their respective countries. The Canadian high commissioner paid a courtesy call on the foreign minister. “They discussed bilateral relations, FM… Continue reading Envoys call on FM; pledged to further strengthen bilateral ties

PNCA to organize folk, classical & Sufi dance performances on Int’l Dance Day

ISLAMABAD, Apr 24 (APP): To celebrate International Dance Day, the Pakistan National Council of the Arts (PNCA) is organizing folk, classical, and Sufi dance performances on April 29. Talking to APP, Director General PNCA Muhammad Ayoub Jamali highlighted the significance of celebrating International Dance Day as a means of promoting diverse dance forms and preserving… Continue reading PNCA to organize folk, classical & Sufi dance performances on Int’l Dance Day

KCP Captain Shahzaib Rind calls on Balochistan CM

QUETTA, Apr 24 (APP): Captain of Karate Combat Pakistani (KCP) team, International player Shahzaib Rind called on Balochistan Chief Minister Mir Sarfraz Bugti here on Wednesday. The Chief Minister also congratulated Shahzaib Rind for winning the match against India. He also announced a job and cash award of 2 million rupees for international player Shahzaib… Continue reading KCP Captain Shahzaib Rind calls on Balochistan CM

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