A Muslim filmmaker in India has issued an unconditional apology for “hurting religious sentiments” after an official of the ruling Hindu nationalist party Bharatiya Janta Party (BJP) registered a complaint against him with the police, for his movie – Tandav. Filmmaker of Tandav, Ali Abbas Zafar in a Twitter message stressed that though it was… Continue reading Tandav – Muslim filmmaker in India forced to issue ‘unconditional apology’ over BJP backlash
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President for strengthening industry-academia linkages to produce employable graduates
ISLAMABAD, Jan 20 (APP):President Dr Arif Alvi on Wednesday emphasized the need for strengthening industry-academia linkages and introducing market-driven programmes aiming to produce employable graduates. He expressed these views while chairing the 4th meeting of the Senate of COMSATS University Islamabad (CUI) here. The President asked the management of CUI to establish and enhance collaboration… Continue reading President for strengthening industry-academia linkages to produce employable graduates
With focus on rule of law, govt striving to bring about revolution in country: PM
ISLAMABAD, Jan 20 (APP):Prime Minister Imran Khan on Wednesday said with focus on ensuring rule of law sans any discrimination of the rich and the poor, the present government was striving to bring about a revolution in the country, which had already started. “If you want to assure yourselves about the start of revolution, you… Continue reading With focus on rule of law, govt striving to bring about revolution in country: PM
Interior Minister visits Islamabad Airport
ISLAMABAD, Jan 20 (APP):Minister for Interior Sheikh Rashid Ahmed on Wednesday visited Islamabad Airport and observed facilities there being provided to the passengers. The minister said that Overseas Pakistanis were assets for us and no laxity would be tolerated in provision of facilities to those coming from abroad. He directed Federal Investigation Agency, Immigration Department,… Continue reading Interior Minister visits Islamabad Airport
Govt introduces institutional reforms for civil servants to boost performance: Shafqat
ISLAMABAD, Jan 20 (APP):Minister for Federal Education and Professional Training Shafqat Mahmood on Wednesday announced Civil Servants (E&D) Rules-2020 in order to boost the performance of bureaucracy and state institutions across the country. Shafqat Mahmood, who is also heading the Cabinet Committee on Institutional Reforms, addressing a press conference said that besides improving the economic… Continue reading Govt introduces institutional reforms for civil servants to boost performance: Shafqat
Govt. committed to provide all possible facilities to most vulnerable people: Asad Umar
ISLAMABAD, Jan 20 (APP):Minister for Planning Development and Special Initiatives, Asad Umar Wednesday said that the government was committed to provide all possible facilities to the most vulnerable and marginalized sections of the society. He was chairing the first sub-committee meeting of National Economic Council (NEC) on Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) here. The minister Pakistan… Continue reading Govt. committed to provide all possible facilities to most vulnerable people: Asad Umar
Pakistan conducts successful test of nuclear capable 2,750 km long range Shaheen-3: ISPR
ISLAMABAD, Jan 20 (APP): Pakistan conducted successful flight test of Shaheen-3 surface to surface ballistic missile, having range of 2,750 Kms, a statement from the ISPR said on Wednesday. “The flight test was aimed at revalidating various design and tech parameters of weapon system,” the military’s media wing said. President Dr Arif Alvi, Prime Minister… Continue reading Pakistan conducts successful test of nuclear capable 2,750 km long range Shaheen-3: ISPR
Around one million doses to be available in Pakistan by end of March: Dr Faisal
ISLAMABAD, Jan 20 (APP):Special Assistant to the Prime Minister on National Health Services, Regulations and Coordination Dr. Faisal Sultan on Wednesday said that around one million doses of the COVID-19 vaccines will be available in the country by the end of the first quarter. Addressing a media briefing, Dr Faisal said that the government will… Continue reading Around one million doses to be available in Pakistan by end of March: Dr Faisal
Australian HC calls on Interior Minister
ISLAMABAD, Jan 20 (APP): Australian High Commissioner (HC) in Pakistan Geoffrey Show called on Minister for Interior Sheikh Rashid Ahmed on Wednesday and discussed the matters of mutual interest and bilateral relations. Australian High Commissioner congratulated Sheikh Rashid Ahmed for assuming charge as Interior Minister. Both discussed the measures to improve border management and steps… Continue reading Australian HC calls on Interior Minister
COVID-19 claims 48 lives, infects 1,772 more in last 24 hours
ISLAMABAD, Jan 20 (APP): The national tally of total active COVID-19 cases in the country on Wednesday reached 35,163 with 1,772 more people tested positive for the deadly virus and 2,046 people recovered from the disease during the last 24 hours. Forty-eight corona patients, 44 were under treatment in hospital and four in their homes… Continue reading COVID-19 claims 48 lives, infects 1,772 more in last 24 hours
PM lays foundation-stone of phase-II of Cadet College, Wana
WANA, Jan 20 (APP): Prime Minister Imran Khan on Wednesday laid the foundation stone of the second phase of Cadet College Wana in South Waziristan. وزیرِ اعظم عمران خان کا دورہ جنوبی وزیرستان وزیرِ اعظم عمران خان نے کیڈٹ کالج وانا جنوبی وزیرستان کے فیز ٹو کا سنگِ بنیاد رکھا۔#PMIKinWaziristan pic.twitter.com/sLsDl91bFO — Prime Minister's Office… Continue reading PM lays foundation-stone of phase-II of Cadet College, Wana
Over 25 percent population of South Waziristan to benefit from Ehsaas in 2021: Nishtar
South Waziristan, Jan 20 (APP): Prime Minister Imran Khan on Wednesday during his visit to South Waziristan launched Ehsaas Kafaalat programme in the district of South Waziristan and reviewed the status of first-ever digital survey in the district. Special Assistant to the Prime Minister (SAPM) on Ehsaas Dr Sania Nishtar in a statement said over… Continue reading Over 25 percent population of South Waziristan to benefit from Ehsaas in 2021: Nishtar
Jodhpur killings: ‘Pakistan not to inch back in seeking justice for 11 Hindu nationals’
ISLAMABAD, Jan 20 (APP): Foreign Minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi Wednesday said India was consistently denying investigation into the mysterious killing of 11 Pakistani Hindu nationals and vowed that Pakistan would raise the matter at all international forums. Talking to the members of the Hindu community led by MNA Ramesh Kumar outside the Foreign Office, Qureshi… Continue reading Jodhpur killings: ‘Pakistan not to inch back in seeking justice for 11 Hindu nationals’
FM says UAE steadfastly stood by Pakistan in times of need
ISLAMABAD, Jan 20 (APP): Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi, terming Pakistan’s relationship with the United Arab Emirates (UAE) as “special” said the Emirati leadership steadfastly stood by Pakistan in its times of need. In a meeting with UAE’s ambassador Hamad Obaid Ibrahim Salem Al Zaabi here at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Foreign Minister… Continue reading FM says UAE steadfastly stood by Pakistan in times of need
FPCCI invites Sweden to invest in CPEC, SEZs
ISLAMABAD, Jan 20 (APP):Federation of Pakistan Chambers and Commerce and Industry (FPCCI) Chairman Qurban Ali on Wednesday urged for increasing the bilateral economic and trade relation between Pakistan and Sweden and also to increase the business to business connectivity among the business communities of the two sides. The Chairman FPCCI also invited Swedish investors to… Continue reading FPCCI invites Sweden to invest in CPEC, SEZs
Govt to distribute Rs10 billion among youth under Kamayab Jawan Programme: Usman Dar
SOUTH WAZIRISTAN , Jan 20 (APP): Special Assistant to the Prime Minister for Youth Development Usman Dar here Wednesday said that government would distribute additional Rs10 billion in youth of the the country including merged tribal districts in next few years under PTI Government flagship Kamayab Jawan Programme to help enable them to start their… Continue reading Govt to distribute Rs10 billion among youth under Kamayab Jawan Programme: Usman Dar
Launching ceremony of letters of administration, succession certificates to be held at PM office
ISLAMABAD, Jan 20 (APP): The launching Ceremony for issuance of Letters of Administration and Succession Certificates by NADRA will be held at the Prime Minister’s Office on Thursday. According to Law ministry spokesperson Farina mughal, Prime Minister Imran Khan right after assuming office entrusted the Law Minister to overhaul the legal system. People friendly law… Continue reading Launching ceremony of letters of administration, succession certificates to be held at PM office
Broadsheet case again exposed corrupt mafia: Shibli
ISLAMABAD, Jan 20 (APP): Minister for Information and Broadcasting Senator Shibli Faraz said on Wednesday that the Broadsheet case has once again exposed the corrupt elements. In a tweet, he said that this case was a reminder of how the national interest was compromised for personal gain. براڈ شیٹ معاملے نے ایک بار پھر بنارسی… Continue reading Broadsheet case again exposed corrupt mafia: Shibli
MNA Amir Gopang apprises Buzdar on areas issues
MUZAFFARGARH, Jan 20 (APP): Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf (PTI) MNA, Amir Talal Gopang called on Punjab Chief Minister (CM), Usman Buzdar, and apprised him on issues of his area specially contaminated water. Talking to reporters here on Wednesday, he stated the underground water of Khairpur Sadaat and Mubarakpur was contaminated and the CM ensured him of the… Continue reading MNA Amir Gopang apprises Buzdar on areas issues
MoHR starts social inclusion of transgenders in twin cities
ISLAMABAD, Jan 20 (APP): Ministry of Human Rights ( MoHR) has started social inclusion of vulnerable transgenders in the social protection and health caring settings and social security safety nets in the times of COVID-19 pandemic in the country. According to an official, the transgender persons continue to experience discrimination from service providers and staff… Continue reading MoHR starts social inclusion of transgenders in twin cities
- NHA restores most roads across the country after heavy rains
- Pakistan committed to ensure safety of foreign nationals: FO
- Oil tanker catches fire in Islamabad’s Blue Area
- Leghari seeks KP Govt’s cooperation in anti-power theft campaign
- Police official inspect a dead body of a suspected attacker at the site of suicide attack on a convoy of foreign nationals in the Landhi area.
