ISLAMABAD, April 12 (APP): Pakistan on Monday strongly condemned the extra-judicial killing of three Kashmiris by the Indian occupation forces in a so-called “cordon-and-search” operation in Shopian, Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK). Those killed by the Indian occupation forces included a 14-year old juvenile and a student of 10th grade. Pakistan had repeatedly… Continue reading Pakistan strongly condemns killing of three Kashmiri youth
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PM chairs meeting on prioritized development package for Sindh districts
ISLAMABAD April 12 (APP): Prime Minister Imran Khan Monday chaired a meeting over prioritized development package for districts of Sindh province. The meeting was attended by Sindh Governor Imran Ismail, Minister for Finance Muhammad Hamad Azhar, Minister for Inter-Provincial Coordination Dr Fehmida Mirza, Minister for Planning and Development Asad Umar, Minister for Energy Omar Ayub… Continue reading PM chairs meeting on prioritized development package for Sindh districts
PTA asks Twitter to block malicious content against superior judiciary
ISLAMABAD, Apr 12 (APP):The Pakistan Telecom Authority (PTA) has approached the top management of Twitter, a micro blogging platform, to immediately block and remove malicious trends and tweets vilifying the country’s superior judiciary. “Twitter has particularly been informed that presence of such content and trends do not come under the definition of freedom of expression… Continue reading PTA asks Twitter to block malicious content against superior judiciary
16 fatalities. 2,021 new virus cases in Punjab on Monday
LAHORE, Apr 12 (APP):As many as 2,021 cases of coronavirus were reported in Punjab on Monday while the pandemic claimed 16 more lives in the last 24 hours, taking the death toll to 6,988 in the province. According to the data shared by a spokesperson for the Punjab Primary and Secondary Healthcare Department (P&SHD) ,the… Continue reading 16 fatalities. 2,021 new virus cases in Punjab on Monday
Sh Rashid meets Buzdar, discusses Pindi uplift projects
LAHORE, Apr 12 (APP):Federal Minister for Interior Sheikh Rashid Ahmed called on Punjab Chief Minister Sardar Usman Buzdar at his office on Monday and discussed matters of mutual interest. Both took stock of the development projects in Rawalpindi. The CM agreed to a proposal of up-gradation of Government Viqar-un-Nisa College for Women Rawalpindi to the… Continue reading Sh Rashid meets Buzdar, discusses Pindi uplift projects
Peace cannot be established on dead bodies of Kashmiris, AJK President:
MIRPUR [AJK]: Apr 12 (APP):Azad Jammu and Kashmir President Sardar Masood Khan on Monday said that we want peace in the region but peace could n’t be established on the dead bodies of Kashmiris. “If India desires peace,it will have to resolve the Kashmir issue in accordance with the wishes of Kashmiris and international principles,”… Continue reading Peace cannot be established on dead bodies of Kashmiris, AJK President:
Industry-academia linkages crucial to provide jobs to young graduates: Swati
ISLAMABAD, Apr 12 (APP):Federal Minister for Railways, Azam Khan Swati on Monday said strong industry-academia linkages are crucial for providing jobs to graduates and internship opportunities to students to get hands-on experience in their respective fields. He was speaking at the signing ceremony of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) held here with a view to… Continue reading Industry-academia linkages crucial to provide jobs to young graduates: Swati
E-kachehri to redress sanitation, sewerage issues tomorrow
ISLAMABAD, Apr 12 (APP):Capital Development Authority (CDA) will hold an online open court on Tuesday to redress citizens’ issues pertaining to sanitation and sewerage. This will be the first open court (E-Kachehri) after the CDA has announced to organize the initiative on regular basis in pursuance of the directions of Prime Minister Imran Khan, who… Continue reading E-kachehri to redress sanitation, sewerage issues tomorrow
Comprehensive bill to ensure producers, artists get their royalties: Faisal
ISLAMABAD, Apr 12 (APP):Pakistan Tehreek Insaf (PTI) Senator Faisal Javed Khan on Monday said that a comprehensive bill is being brought soon to ensure that producers and artists get their rights to royalties. In a series of tweets, he said that “it is very critical to fill the gaps and bring proper framework via amendments… Continue reading Comprehensive bill to ensure producers, artists get their royalties: Faisal
President tweets about his recovery from Covid -19
ISLAMABAD April 12 (APP): President Dr Arif Alvi Monday in a tweet said that he had recovered from Covid-19 due to the prayers and good wishes expressed by the people. The president, on his twitter handle, urged the nation to observe standard operating procedures (SOPs) including wearing of masks. “With all your prayers & good… Continue reading President tweets about his recovery from Covid -19
Japanese ambassador visits Shah Allah Ditta
ISLAMABAD, Apr 12 (APP):Japanese ambassador Matsuda Kuninori on Monday visited the historical site located in suburbs of capital Shah Allah Ditta and admired the scenic views of the area. Talking to media, he said that Japan deems Pakistan as a safe country adding that Japan has eased travel restrictions on Pakistan. Japanese businessmen and religious… Continue reading Japanese ambassador visits Shah Allah Ditta
KP Govt to convert Ghari Chandan, Mathani Azakhel forests as ecotourism resorts
PESHAWAR, Apr 12 (APP):The Khyber Pakthunkhwa Government has prepared an inclusive plan to covert the first manmade Ghari Chandan and Mathani Azakhel forests as ecotourism tourists for facilitation of Peshawarities. “We have prepared PC-I for converting the country’s first manmade Ghari Chandan and Azakhel Mathani forests near Peshawar as ‘ecotourism resorts’ and the funds saved… Continue reading KP Govt to convert Ghari Chandan, Mathani Azakhel forests as ecotourism resorts
Attorney General calls on PM, briefs on important cases
ISLAMABAD April 12 (APP): Attorney General for Pakistan Khalid Jawed Khan Monday called upon Prime Minister Imran Khan and briefed him on a number of important legal cases. During the meeting, the prime minister reiterated respect for the decisions of the Supreme Court and high courts, PM office media wing in a press release said.… Continue reading Attorney General calls on PM, briefs on important cases
Islamabad Space Observatory to help in moon sighting on Ramazan, Eid: Ch Fawad
ISLAMABAD, Apr 12 (APP):Federal Minister for Science and Technology, Chaudhry Fawad Hussain Monday said Islamabad Space Observatory will help in moon sighting on Ramazan and Eid and develop a consensus on observing such events on the same day across the country. “We will be able to assist the Ruet-e-Hilal Committee to see the moon of… Continue reading Islamabad Space Observatory to help in moon sighting on Ramazan, Eid: Ch Fawad
COVID-19 claims 58 lives, infects 4,584 more people
ISLAMABAD, Apr 12 (APP):The national tally on Monday of total active COVID-19 cases recorded 75,266 with 4,584 more people tested positive for the deadly virus and 3,135 people recovered from the disease during the last 24 hours. Fifty eight corona patients have died during past 24 hours, 55 of whom were under treatment in hospital… Continue reading COVID-19 claims 58 lives, infects 4,584 more people
President grieved over death of activist IA Rehman
ISLAMABAD, Apr 12 (APP):President Dr. Arif Alvi on Monday expressed sorrow over the death of renowned journalist and human rights activist IA Rehman. The President appreciated the services of late IA Rehman in the field of human rights in Pakistan. The president prayed for the departed soul to rest in peace and for the grant… Continue reading President grieved over death of activist IA Rehman
Railways asks govt departments to pay outstanding dues
ISLAMABAD, Apr 12 (APP):Ministry of Railways has approached the federal and provincial departments to recover outstanding billion of rupees dues on account of using its land and other services. Around Rs8375million are payable by the different departments on account of using its different services as soon as possible, an official in the Ministry told APP.… Continue reading Railways asks govt departments to pay outstanding dues
Pakistan Single Window Act to save $500 mln per year: PM
ISLAMABAD, April 12 (APP): Prime Minister Imran Khan on Monday said Pakistan Single Window (PSW) Act 2021 would ease the process of imports and exports, bringing an annual saving of $500 million to the country. customs, banks, port authorities, shipping companies & brokers etc. An indep authority will manage the PSW which will be pivotal… Continue reading Pakistan Single Window Act to save $500 mln per year: PM
KP provides free treatment to COVID-19 patients through Sehat Card Plus: Jhagra
PESHAWAR, Apr 12 (APP):Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Health and Finance Minister Taimur Saleem Jhagra on Monday announced that the coronavirus patients of the province will now be treated free of charge through the Sehat Card Plus. The confirmation came a week after the Minister had announced that the Sehat Card program will cover coronavirus treatment. In a… Continue reading KP provides free treatment to COVID-19 patients through Sehat Card Plus: Jhagra
No shortage of equipments despite severe third wave of COVID-19: Ch Fawad
ISLAMABAD, Apr 12 (APP):Federal Minister for Science and Technology, Chaudhry Fawad Hussain said there is no shortage of safety equipment, ventilators and other equipment in Pakistan despite the country facing the third severe wave of COVID-19. In a tweet, the federal minister stated, “Despite the third severe wave of COVID-19 and severe pressure on hospitals,… Continue reading No shortage of equipments despite severe third wave of COVID-19: Ch Fawad
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