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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

FM renews Pakistan’s commitment to promoting multilateralism, diplomacy

ISLAMABAD, April 24 (APP): Minister for Foreign Affairs Ishaq Dar on Wednesday reaffirmed Pakistan’s abiding commitment to promoting multilateralism and diplomacy, which were the important pillars of country’s foreign policy. On the occasion of the International Day for Multilateralism and Diplomacy for Peace being observed on April 24, the foreign minister said that multilateralism, diplomacy,… Continue reading FM renews Pakistan’s commitment to promoting multilateralism, diplomacy

Hajj permits start for domestic pilgrims in Saudi Arabia

ISLAMABAD, Apr 24 (APP): Saudi Arabia is set to start issuing permits for citizens and Muslim foreign residents who will perform upcoming Hajj pilgrimage, Gulf News reported Wednesday. The permits for the domestic pilgrimage will be issued via the government platform Absher and the Saudi Ministry of Hajj’s website. In February, Saudi Arabia opened e-registration… Continue reading Hajj permits start for domestic pilgrims in Saudi Arabia

ATC adjourns hearing of May-9 violence case till May 11

LAHORE, Apr 24 (APP): An anti-terrorism court (ATC) on Wednesday adjourned the hearing of a case involving torching of police vehicles in Mughalpura allegedly by Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leaders, including Dr. Yasmin Rashid, until May 11. The court stated that copies of the challan would be distributed among the accused on the next hearing date.… Continue reading ATC adjourns hearing of May-9 violence case till May 11

Chief Commissioner briefs Federal Minister Engr Amir Muqam about Raha Program

ISLAMABAD, Apr 24 (APP): Federal Minister for States and Frontier Regions and Kahsmir Affairs and Gilgit Baltistan Engr Amir Muqam on Wednesday briefed by Chief Commissioner Afghan Refugees Muhammad Abbas Khan regarding Refugees Affected and Hosting Areas (RAHA) program. Chief Commissioner for Afghan Refugees, provided a detailed insight into various aspects of RAHA Program. Chief… Continue reading Chief Commissioner briefs Federal Minister Engr Amir Muqam about Raha Program

Emergent measures under way to control effects of climate change: governor

SIALKOT, Apr 24 (APP): Punjab Governor Muhammad Balighur Rehman has said that climate change is a big challenge facing the earth, and the Punjab government is aware of its seriousness, and that is why measures are being taken on an emergency basis to control its dangerous effects. He expressed these views while addressing the opening… Continue reading Emergent measures under way to control effects of climate change: governor

PNCA hosts artist talk, workshop on paper cutting

ISLAMABAD, Apr 24 (APP): Pakistan National Council of the Arts (PNCA) on Wednesday hosted an artist talk and workshop on paper cutting as a part of the ongoing “The Guiding Light” exhibition led by acclaimed artist Tusif Ahmed. The event took place at PNCA, attracting a diverse group of artists and students eager to explore… Continue reading PNCA hosts artist talk, workshop on paper cutting

Amir Muqam vows to strive for improving Kashmir Council affairs

ISLAMABAD, April 24 (APP): Federal Minister for Kashmir Affairs and Gilgit-Baltistan Engr Amir Muqam on Wednesday vowed to strive for the betterment of the affairs of the Kashmir Council as a vibrant policy guiding forum. The minister made these remarks during a briefing on Kashmir Council affairs held at Azad Jammu Kashmir (AJK)Council, said a… Continue reading Amir Muqam vows to strive for improving Kashmir Council affairs

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