ISLAMABAD, Dec 23 (APP): Minister for Interior Sheikh Rashid Ahmed Wednesday directed all the chief secretaries to provide all possible facilities to the Churches managements on the occasion of Christmas. Addressing Christmas celebration event organized by Capital Development Authority (CDA) Christian workers here, the minister felicitated the Christian community on the eve of Christmas. He… Continue reading Sheikh Rashid directs all Chief Secretaries to facilitate Churches on eve of Christmas
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Joint efforts needed to fight COVID-19: IT Minister
ISLAMABAD, Dec 23 (APP): Minister for Information Technology and Telecommunication Syed Amin Ul Haque Wednesday emphasized the need of joint efforts to cope the second wave of COVID-19 pandemic. The role of IT was vital for tackling coronavirus and the ministry was taking every possible measure in this regard, the Minister said while chairing a… Continue reading Joint efforts needed to fight COVID-19: IT Minister
CM approves draft of first-ever food security policy
PESHAWAR, Dec 23 (APP): The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has finalized first-ever food security policy to ensure food security in the province which would be presented before the cabinet in its upcoming meeting for final approval. The final draft of the policy was presented to Chief Minister Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Mahmood Khan in a meeting held here… Continue reading CM approves draft of first-ever food security policy
Rehman stresses for preparing anti-coronavirus vaccine locally
ISLAMABAD, Dec 23 (APP): Chairman, Task Force of Prime Minister for Science and Technology, Dr Ata ur Rehman on Wednesday underlined the need of preparing vaccine in Pakistan to contain rising number of COVID-19 cases. The scientists had observed mutation in the coronavirus re-emerging around the world particularly in European countries, he ssaid in an… Continue reading Rehman stresses for preparing anti-coronavirus vaccine locally
NA speaker for assessing ground water impact at Ghazi Barotha Hydro Power Project
ISLAMABAD, Dec 23 (APP): National Assembly Speaker Asad Qaiser Wednesday said that socio-economic, employment and ground water impact of the Ghazi Barotha Hydro Power Project be assessed at the earliest. He said ameliorating the hardships of the effectees of this project must be the priority of the concerned government agencies as people’s lives and livelihood… Continue reading NA speaker for assessing ground water impact at Ghazi Barotha Hydro Power Project
Foreign Secy cuts Christmas cake with Christian members of MoFA family
ISLAMABAD, Dec 23 (APP): Foreign Secretary Sohail Mahmood on Wednesday cut the Christmas cake along with members of Christian community working at Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA). At an event held at the ministry’s lawns, the Foreign Secretary wished Merry Christmas to them and extended best wishes for their health, happiness and success in the… Continue reading Foreign Secy cuts Christmas cake with Christian members of MoFA family
AJK President slams frequent unprovoked Indian shelling at LoC
MIRPUR [AJK]: Dec 23 (APP): Azad Jammu and Kashmir President, Sardar Masood Khan has strongly condemned the unprovoked shelling by Indian occupation forces on the civilian population at Tatta Pani and Jandrot Sectors along the Line of Control (LoC) in Kotli and Poonch districts of Azad Kashmir. “The Indian troops deliberately targeted the civil population… Continue reading AJK President slams frequent unprovoked Indian shelling at LoC
Japan confers ‘Springs Decoration 2020’ upon Ms. ORITA Toshiko, Vice President PJCA
ISLAMABAD, Dec 23 (APP): Japan has conferred the 2020 ‘Spring Decorations’ “The Order of the Rising Sun, Silver Rays” upon Ms. ORITA Toshiko, Vice President of the Pakistan-Japan Cultural Association (PJCA), Islamabad, in recognition of her significant contribution to the promotion of long-term cultural exchanges and friendly relations between Japan and the Islamic Republic of… Continue reading Japan confers ‘Springs Decoration 2020’ upon Ms. ORITA Toshiko, Vice President PJCA
Govt not to allow anyone to disgrace institutions: Advisor
ISLAMABAD, Dec 23 (APP): Adviser to the Prime Minister on Accountability and Interior Barrister Mirza Shahzad Akbar Wednesday said the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) government would not allow anyone to disgrace the institutions. Senate Deputy Chairman Saleem Mandviwala should challenge the court’s order for forfeiture of his stock market shares at the relevant high court instead… Continue reading Govt not to allow anyone to disgrace institutions: Advisor
Govt gives one week ultimatum to petrol smugglers to end practice
ISLAMABAD, Dec 23 (APP): The government on Wednesday gave a one-week notice to petrol smugglers to end the practice and warned of strict punitive action against anyone found involved in the trade that was undermining the national economy. Interior Minister Sheikh Rashid Ahmed described the move as an “important political decision.” He said Prime Minister… Continue reading Govt gives one week ultimatum to petrol smugglers to end practice
COVID-19 claims 40 more lives, infects 918 others: CM Sindh
KARACHI, Dec 23 (APP): Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah has said that 40 more patients of coronavirus died overnight lifting the death toll to 3,419 while 918 new cases emerged against 11,643 tests. In a statement issued here from CM House on Wednesday, he said that 40 more patients of COVID-19 lost their lives… Continue reading COVID-19 claims 40 more lives, infects 918 others: CM Sindh
Governor appreciates NGOs working for education in least developed areas
KARACHI, Dec 23 (APP): Sindh Governor Imran Ismail Wednesday urged the philanthropists, affluent members of the society and corporate sector to support the cause of educating children belonging to remote parts of the country. Talking to a delegation of Green Crescent Trust (GCT) here, he also appreciated the organization for working hard to educate children… Continue reading Governor appreciates NGOs working for education in least developed areas
PPP govt looting people for decades: Ali Zaidi
ISLAMABAD, Dec 23 (APP): Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Ali Haider Zaidi on Wednesday said that PPP government and its bureaucracy has been looting people for decades in Sindh province. In a tweet, he said “In reality, PPP Govt & it’s bureaucracy is just a crime syndicate of Sindh, looting the people for decades!” “Just… Continue reading PPP govt looting people for decades: Ali Zaidi
Pakistan, Afghanistan need to have integrated economies: Dr Moeed
ISLAMABAD, Dec 23 (APP): Special Assistant to the Prime Minister (SAPM) on National Security Division and Strategic Policy Planning Dr. Moeed Yusuf on Wednesday said Pakistan and Afghanistan should have integrated economies to gain maximum benefits for mutual peace and prosperity. The SAPM chaired a session of Pakistan-Afghanistan Track-II dialogue where the peace process in… Continue reading Pakistan, Afghanistan need to have integrated economies: Dr Moeed
Function held to celebrate Christmas in Peshawar
PESHAWAR, Dec 23 (APP): Directorate of Youth Affairs arranged a function in connection with Christmas celebrations at Hayatabad here on Wednesday. Arranged by the District Youth Officer (DYO), Wilson Wazir, a Member of Provincial Assembly (MPA) Khyber Pakhtunkhws from minority community attended the event as chief guest while Sofia Javed, South Asian Gold medalist boxer,… Continue reading Function held to celebrate Christmas in Peshawar
CM Balochistan reviews development projects, copping spread of COVID-19
QUETTA, Dec 23 (APP): Chief Minister Balochistan Jam Kamal Khan chaired a meeting to review ongoing, new development projects, mechanism of copping the spread of COVID-19 and other natural disaster control programs in the province. The meeting was attended by Provincial Minister Mir Arif Jan Mohammad Hassani, Parliamentary Secretary for Information Bushra Rind, Parliamentary Secretary… Continue reading CM Balochistan reviews development projects, copping spread of COVID-19
Govt cooperates with leading Covid-19 vaccine manufacturers for early availability, NCOC told
ISLAMABAD, Dec 23 (APP): The National Command and Operation Center (NCOC) on Wednesday was apprised that the government was in close liaison with leading Covid-19 vaccine manufacturers including those from China to ensure early availability of the vaccine. The Forum during the daily morning session was briefed that the government authorities were regularly reviewing developments… Continue reading Govt cooperates with leading Covid-19 vaccine manufacturers for early availability, NCOC told
More than 2,100 new Coronavirus cases reported, 84 deaths in past 24 hours
ISLAMABAD, Dec 23 (APP): The national tally of total active COVID-19 cases in Pakistan on Wednesday reached 37,905 with 2,142 more people tested positive for the deadly virus and 6,267 people recovered from Coronavirus during the last 24 hours. Eighty Four corona patients, 73 of whom were under treatment in hospital and 11 in their… Continue reading More than 2,100 new Coronavirus cases reported, 84 deaths in past 24 hours
Govt committed to promote reward, punishment policy: Shibli
ISLAMABAD, Dec 22 (APP):Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Senator Shibli Faraz Tuesday said the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) government was committed to promote reward and punishment policy to achieve progress in every institution of the country. The incumbent government had made efforts to identify elements behind sugar and petroleum crisis, he said in an interview… Continue reading Govt committed to promote reward, punishment policy: Shibli
Demand for return of fugitive Nawaz Sharif reached British Parliament: Dr. Babar Awan
ISLAMABAD, Dec 22 (APP):Adviser to Prime Minister on Parliamentary Affairs Dr Babar Awan on Tuesday said that the demand for the return of fugitive Nawaz Sharif reached the British Parliament. In a tweet, he said that British MP Stephen Timms said Britain was bound to return Nawaz Sharif. He said that Western public opinion is… Continue reading Demand for return of fugitive Nawaz Sharif reached British Parliament: Dr. Babar Awan