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PM grieved over loss of lives, property due to rains in KP, Balochistan, directs to expedite relief activities

ISLAMABAD, Apr 19 (APP): Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Friday expressed deep grief and sorrow over loss of previous lives and property due to heavy rains in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan provinces. The prime minister in a message, prayed for the elevation of ranks of the departed souls in paradise and offered condolences to… Continue reading PM grieved over loss of lives, property due to rains in KP, Balochistan, directs to expedite relief activities

Superstar Muhammad Ali remembered on 93rd birth anniversary

ISLAMABAD, Apr 19 (APP):The 93rd birth anniversary of legendary Pakistani actor Muhammad Ali was observed on Friday. The Lollywood superstar Muhammad Ali was born on April 19, 1931, at Rampur in India. Beginning his career as a broadcaster at Radio Pakistan Hyderabad station in 1956, Ali later transitioned to Radio Pakistan Karachi, where he found… Continue reading Superstar Muhammad Ali remembered on 93rd birth anniversary

President confers Nishan-i-Imtiaz (M) award on Chief of Turkish General Staff

ISLAMABAD, Apr 19 (APP): President Asif Ali Zardari on Friday conferred the Nishan-i-Imtiaz (Military) award on Chief of Turkish General Staff, General Metin Gurak in recognition of his illustrious services and contribution to strengthening Pakistan-Turkiye defence relations. The award was conferred at a special investiture ceremony held at the Aiwan-e-Sadr and attended by services chiefs… Continue reading President confers Nishan-i-Imtiaz (M) award on Chief of Turkish General Staff

Chief of Naval Staff calls on President Zardari

ISLAMABAD, Apr 19 (APP): Chief of the Naval Staff, Admiral Naveed Ashraf, called on President Asif Ali Zardari, at Aiwan-e-Sadr on Friday, and congratulated him on assuming the office of the President. The Naval Chief briefed the president about the operational readiness of the Pakistan Navy in safeguarding the maritime interests of the country. He… Continue reading Chief of Naval Staff calls on President Zardari

Royal College of Physicians urges tighter e-cigarette regulations

ISLAMABAD, Apr 19 (APP):Royal College of Physicians highlights E-cigarettes as a tool for reducing tobacco harm and calls for tighter regulations to protect non-smokers, particularly young people. E-cigarettes are still valuable in combating the effects of tobacco use, yet steps should be taken to minimize their allure, accessibility, and affordability to non-smokers, especially youths, while… Continue reading Royal College of Physicians urges tighter e-cigarette regulations

SDPI, Ethiopian Embassy forge collaboration to promote Green Legacy Initiative

ISLAMABAD, Apr 19 (APP):The Sustainable Development Policy Institute (SDPI) and the Embassy of Ethiopia on Friday forged collaboration to promote Green Legacy Initiative for green development, nature conservation and food security through afforestation in Pakistan. Sustainable Development Policy Institute (SDPI) and the Embassy of Ethiopia jointly organized the seminar titled Ethio-Pakistan Fraternity Under The Green… Continue reading SDPI, Ethiopian Embassy forge collaboration to promote Green Legacy Initiative

PM directs to accelerate countrywide anti-smuggling drive; reiterates zero leniency

ISLAMABAD, Apr 19 (APP): Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Friday reiterating the resolve to purge the country of smuggling directed the authorities concerned to accelerate the countrywide drive against the menace. The prime minister, chairing a high-level meeting to curb smuggling, paid tribute to Army Chief General Syed Asim Munir for his full cooperation… Continue reading PM directs to accelerate countrywide anti-smuggling drive; reiterates zero leniency

British army chief lauds Pakistan Army’s professionalism, expertise

LONDON, Apr 19 (APP): Several decorated British military officers paid glowing tributes to the allure of Pakistan while referring to the hospitality of Pakistanis as being unparalleled. They appreciated the professionalism and versatility of the Pakistan Army, calling it one of the best and most disciplined military organisations in the world, according to a press… Continue reading British army chief lauds Pakistan Army’s professionalism, expertise

President lauds Banking Mohtasib for providing Rs 1.26 b relief to bank customers

ISLAMABAD, Apr 19 (APP): President Asif Ali Zardari on Friday lauded Banking Mohtasib for processing over 25,000 complaints and providing monetary relief amounting to Rs. 1.26 billion to banking customers in 2023. The president expressed these views talking to the Banking Mohtasib Pakistan (BMP) Sirajuddin Aziz, who called on him and presented the Annual Report… Continue reading President lauds Banking Mohtasib for providing Rs 1.26 b relief to bank customers

Railways unveils new fuel management system

LAHORE, Apr 19 (APP):The Pakistan Railways has unveiled a state-of-the-art fuel management system, designed to tackle the current challenges. As per the announcement made on Friday, Railways Chief Executive Officer Amir Ali Baloch has confirmed a new partnership with Pakistan State Oil (PSO), which will now be responsible for ensuring a consistent fuel supply within… Continue reading Railways unveils new fuel management system

Minister advocates for IT sector growth with public-private collaboration

LAHORE, Apr 19 (APP):Minister of State for Information Technology and Communications Shaza Fatima Khawaja has reiterated the government’s dedication to enhancing the IT industry by endorsing and aiding the private sector. Addressing the participants at the Global Digital Summit during the 24th ICTN Asia Conference at the Expo Centre here on Friday, she lauded the… Continue reading Minister advocates for IT sector growth with public-private collaboration

Pakistan committed to further strengthen parliamentary cooperation with Kazakhstan: Speaker

ISLAMABAD, Apr 19 (APP):Speaker National Assembly, Sardar Ayaz Sadiq Friday said that Pakistan highly values its relations with Kazakhstan and is committed to further enhancing them through increased people-to-people contacts, strengthened parliamentary cooperation, expanded economic ties, and regional connectivity. He made these remarks during a meeting with the Kazakhstan Ambassador, Yerzhan Kistafin, who called on… Continue reading Pakistan committed to further strengthen parliamentary cooperation with Kazakhstan: Speaker

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