ISLAMABAD, Apr 7 (APP): Ambassador of Pakistan to Belgium, Luxembourg and the European Union Zaheer A. Janjua Wednesday stressed that economic diplomacy was key to consolidating and expanding Pakistan’s economic outreach in Europe. During a virtual meeting with CEO of Pakistan Textile Council Saleha Asif, he further noted that the GSP plus scheme had played… Continue reading Ambassador Janjua for economic diplomacy to expand Pakistan’s outreach
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Capital reports 564 new COVID-19 cases in last 24 hours: NCOC
ISLAMABAD, Apr 07 (APP): COVID-19 cases continued to surge in the federal capital as 564 new coronavirus cases were reported during the last 24 hours, National Command and Operation Center (NCOC) said on Wednesday. According to an official of NCOC, as many as 659 cases were reported on Tuesday while 641 cases were reported on… Continue reading Capital reports 564 new COVID-19 cases in last 24 hours: NCOC
NDMA provides 40,000 COVID diagnosis kits to provinces
ISLAMABAD, Apr 7 (APP): National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has provided some 40,000 COVID test kits to the provinces for immediate diagnosis of the virus. According to spokesperson, the airports have been provided 20,000 the kits for diagnosis of coronavirus. Some 80,000 PCR (Polymerase chain reaction) kits have also been provided to the provinces.
PIA’s IOSA Registration successfully renewed up to June 23, 2023
KARACHI, Apr 07 (APP): Pakistan International Airlines (PIA’s) IATA Operational Safety Audit (IOSA) Registration has been successfully renewed and is now valid up to June 23, 2023. PIA has been maintaining IOSA Registration since 2005 and every two years IATA conducts an external audit for the renewal of this important safety registration as an IOSA… Continue reading PIA’s IOSA Registration successfully renewed up to June 23, 2023
Sania appraises Ehsaas Tahafuz operations at Holy Family Hospital Rawalpindi
ISLAMABAD, Apr 07 (APP): Special Assistant to the Prime Minister on Social Protection and Poverty Alleviation, Dr. Sania Nishtar Wednesday visited the Ehsaas Facilitation Center in Holy Family Hospital (HFH), Rawalpindi to appraise operations of the Ehsaas Tahafuz that is currently in its pilot phase. The visit was aimed at commemorating the World Health Day… Continue reading Sania appraises Ehsaas Tahafuz operations at Holy Family Hospital Rawalpindi
Janjua underlines importance of economic diplomacy
ISLAMABAD April 07 (APP): Ambassador of Pakistan to Belgium, Luxembourg and the European Union Zaheer A. Janjua Wednesday stressed that economic diplomacy was key to consolidating and expanding Pakistan’s economic outreach in Europe. During a virtual meeting with CEO of Pakistan Textile Council Saleha Asif, he further noted that the GSP plus scheme had… Continue reading Janjua underlines importance of economic diplomacy
NA Speaker to lead 9-member parliamentary delegation to Afghanistan
ISLAMABAD, Apr 7 (APP): On special invitation of his counterpart Chairman Wolsi Jirga Afghanistan Mir Rehman Rahmani, National Assembly Speaker Asad Qaiser will leave for Kabul on Thursday for a three days official visit to Afghanistan. He will be heading a nine-member Parliamentary delegation, said a press release issued here Wednesday. https://twitter.com/appcsocialmedia/status/1379821175711399940?s=20 The parliamentary delegation… Continue reading NA Speaker to lead 9-member parliamentary delegation to Afghanistan
Pakistan HC issues 1,100 visas to Sikh pilgrims for Baisakhi celebrations
ISLAMABAD, April 07 (APP): The High Commission for Pakistan in India has issued over 1,100 visas to Sikh pilgrims from India to participate in the annual Baisakhi celebrations being held from April 12-22. Under the framework of the Pakistan-India Protocol on Visits to Religious Shrines of 1974, a large number of Sikh Yatrees from India… Continue reading Pakistan HC issues 1,100 visas to Sikh pilgrims for Baisakhi celebrations
A wolf in watchdog’s clothing: Indian digital media rules widely flayed
ISLAMABAD, Apr 7 (APP): The Indian government’s move to police dissident voices through new digital media rules was flayed widely with the mainstream and digital media platforms and experts believing that it would have “chilling” effect on journalism. Scared of mounting pressure of farmers protests and undeterred resolve of Kashmir people for their right to… Continue reading A wolf in watchdog’s clothing: Indian digital media rules widely flayed
Council of Common Interests decides to establish its permanent secretariat
ISLAMABAD April 07 (APP): A meeting of Council of Common Interests (CCI) chaired by Prime Minister Imran Khan Wednesday decided to establish its permanent secretariat as required under Article 154(3) of the Constitution. It would be for the first time that a permanent secretariat of the CCI has to be established to meet the… Continue reading Council of Common Interests decides to establish its permanent secretariat
NA speaker stresses senior citizen’s vaccination in accordance with NCOC guidelines
ISLAMABAD, Apr 7 (APP):National Assembly (NA) Speaker Asad Qaiser has said that the vaccinations for senior citizens must be in accordance with the guidelines of National Command and Operation Centre (NCOC). Chairing a meeting regarding streamlining and updating the vaccination process for COVID-19 patients, he said friendly ambience and supportive role of doctors community play… Continue reading NA speaker stresses senior citizen’s vaccination in accordance with NCOC guidelines
AJK President calls for US-based Diaspora community’s vibrant role to re-energize campaign for Kashmir
MIRPUR (AJK): Apr 07 (APP):Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) President, Sardar Masood Khan while describing the diaspora community as a major source of strength for Pakistan has urged the Pakistanis and Kashmiris living in the United States to promote a positive image of Pakistan and raise voice for the rights of Kashmiri people at every… Continue reading AJK President calls for US-based Diaspora community’s vibrant role to re-energize campaign for Kashmir
CM announces gradually expansion of vaccination centres’ scope in Punjab
LAHORE, Apr 07 (APP):Chief Minister Punjab Sardar Usman Buzdar on Wednesday announced to gradually expand the scope of vaccination centres in the province. Presiding over a meeting to review the corona situation, the CM informed that an amount of Rs.1.5 billion was being allocated for the procurement of more than one million doses of anti-corona… Continue reading CM announces gradually expansion of vaccination centres’ scope in Punjab
Russian Foreign Minister calls on Army Chief
RAWALPINDI, Apr 07 (APP):Foreign Minister of Russia Sergey Lavrov called on Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Qamar Javed Bajwa here at General Headquarters (GHQ) on Wednesday. During the meeting, matters of mutual interest including enhanced defence and security cooperation, regional security, particularly Afghan Peace Process were discussed, said an Inter Services Public Relations media… Continue reading Russian Foreign Minister calls on Army Chief
Transforming Railways into profitable entity, a top priority of government: Azam Sawati
HYDERABAD, Apr 07 (APP):Federal Minister for Railways Muhammad Azam Khan Swati on Wednesday said that provision of the safest journey and transforming Pakistan Railways into a profit generating entity were his top policy objectives and all efforts were underway to double the revenue generation of the department. He said this while talking to media persons… Continue reading Transforming Railways into profitable entity, a top priority of government: Azam Sawati
CJCSC visits Army Air Defence Ranges; witnesses firing of different Air Defence weapons
RAWALPINDI, Apr 07 (APP):Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee (CJCSC) General Nadeem Raza Wednesday visited Army Air Defence Ranges near Karachi and witnessed firing of different Air Defence weapon systems and Surface to Air Missiles (SAMs) including LY-80 Missiles and FM-90 Missiles. Chief of the Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu and… Continue reading CJCSC visits Army Air Defence Ranges; witnesses firing of different Air Defence weapons
Role of artificial Intelligence in knowledge economy is important
ISLAMABAD, Apr 07 (APP):Federal Minister for Science and Technology Chaudhry Fawad Hussain Wednesday emphasized the critical importance of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the modern era and its role in digital transformation, knowledge economy and development of smart cities. The minister was speaking, as a chief guest, at the concluding of three-day IEEE International Conference on… Continue reading Role of artificial Intelligence in knowledge economy is important
Pakistan committed to forge closer, multi-dimensional ties with Russia: FM
ISLAMABAD, Apr 07 (APP): Foreign Minister Makhdoom Shah Mahmood Qureshi on Wednesday stressed that Pakistan remained committed to forge a closer, multi-dimensional relationship with Russia — marked by trust and understanding. Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov’s current visit would help commence a new chapter in that direction, he added. Foreign Minister Qureshi expressed these views… Continue reading Pakistan committed to forge closer, multi-dimensional ties with Russia: FM
Corporate sector’s role vital to success of PM’s Clean Green Pakistan Programme: Amin
ISLAMABAD, Apr 07 (APP):Special Assistant to the Prime Minister (SAPM) on Climate Change Malik Amin Aslam Wednesday said the role of corporate sector was vital to success of Prime Minister Imran Khan’s Clean Green Pakistan Programme. The SAPM was addressing an agreement signing ceremony where Coca-Cola Beverages Pakistan Limited (CCI Pakistan), which is part of… Continue reading Corporate sector’s role vital to success of PM’s Clean Green Pakistan Programme: Amin
PNS AZMAT visits Port Bandar Abbas, Iran
ISLAMABAD, Apr 07 (APP):Pakistan Navy Ship (PNS) AZMAT Wednesday visited port Bandar Abbas, Iran during overseas deployment to Persian Gulf/ Gulf of Oman. Upon arrival, Islamic Republic of Iran Navy (IRIN) extended warm welcome and PN Ship was received by senior officers of IRIN and Defence Attache of Pakistan in Iran, said a Pakistan Navy… Continue reading PNS AZMAT visits Port Bandar Abbas, Iran
- Governor Punjab Balighur Rehman offering Dua after tree planting on the occasion of International Conference on Climate Change at Grand Asian University
- Pakistan, Japan agrees to convene ‘Economic Policy Dialogue’
- Captain New Zealand Cricket team, Michael Bracewell talking the media during a practice session at the Qaddafi Cricket Stadium ahead of the fourth Twenty20 Cricket match between Pakistan and New Zealand Cricket Teams in a five-match Twenty20 series
- Pakistan Cricket Team captain Babar Azam talking to media during a practice session at the Qaddafi Cricket Stadium ahead of the fourth Twenty20 Cricket match between Pakistan and New Zealand Cricket Teams in a five-match Twenty20 series
- Ministers visit Aziz Bhatti Shaheed Hospital following roof collapse incident
