ISLAMABAD, Oct 7 (APP): Special Assistant to the Prime Minister (SAPM) on Overseas Pakistanis and Human Resource Development Sayed Zulfikar Abbas Bukhari has said that the government had made COVID-19 test mandatory for Pakistan-bound travelers from the United Kingdom (UK). “As per government of Pakistan’s policy, all those intending to travel from the UK to… Continue reading COVID test mandatory for Pakistan-bound travelers from UK: Zulfikar Bukhari
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Shibli stresses for coordinated mechanism to address broadcasters’ genuine issues
KARACHI, Oct 7 (APP):Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting, Senator Shibli Faraz on Wednesday highlighted the need for a coordinated mechanism to help address genuine grievances of electronic media in the country. During a meeting with office bearers of Pakistan Broadcasters Association (PBA), he said regular contact and mutual cooperation could help in the efficient… Continue reading Shibli stresses for coordinated mechanism to address broadcasters’ genuine issues
Senator Shibli Faraz visits Quaid’s mausoleum
KARACHI, Oct 07 (APP):Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting, Senator Shibli Faraz, on Wednesday visited the mausoleum of Father of the Nation Quaid-e-Azam Mohammed Ali Jinnah. He laid a wreath and offered Fateha at the mausoleum. He also inked views in the visitors book to pay respect to the Father of the Nation. Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf… Continue reading Senator Shibli Faraz visits Quaid’s mausoleum
MoHR take several steps for women’s right during last three-year
ISLAMABAD, Oct 7 (APP): The Ministry of Human Rights had taken several important steps to protect the women’s rights during the last three years 2018-20 said an official here on Wednesday. According to the report issued by the Ministry of Human Rights, amendment in the Women in Distress and Detention Fund Act, 1996 through changes… Continue reading MoHR take several steps for women’s right during last three-year
MoHR starts campaign to end of child abuse
ISLAMABAD, Oct 7 (APP): Ministry of Human Rights has started campaigns to raise awareness among ICT child protection committees in schools , communities and parents about child rights and prevention against abuse. According to an official said here on Wednesday,Ministry of Human Rights through its awareness programme is engaging Child Protection Committees of Islamabad to… Continue reading MoHR starts campaign to end of child abuse
Pakistan, EU hold 6th round of political dialogue
ISLAMABAD, Oct 7 (APP): Pakistan and the European Union in their sixth round of political dialogue have held ‘productive and fruitful exchange’, encompassing areas of economic engagement, regional issues and COVID-19. The virtual dialogue held late Tuesday was co-chaired by Foreign Secretary Sohail Mahmood and Deputy Secretary General for Political Affairs, European External Action Service,… Continue reading Pakistan, EU hold 6th round of political dialogue
Pakistan, EU hold 6th round of political dialogue
Pakistan and the European Union in their sixth round of political dialogue have held ‘productive and fruitful exchange’, encompassing areas of economic engagement, regional issues and COVID-19. The virtual dialogue held late Tuesday was co-chaired by Foreign Secretary Sohail Mahmood and Deputy Secretary General for Political Affairs, European External Action Service, Enrique Mora. The Foreign… Continue reading Pakistan, EU hold 6th round of political dialogue
Modi govt extends 11 laws to further its Hindutva agenda in IIOJK
ISLAMABAD, Oct 7 (APP): In another move to further the Hindutva agenda and deprive illegally occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK) of its Muslim heritage, culture and identity, the Modi-led fascist Indian government issued a second notification, extending 11 laws to the occupied territory, Kashmir Media Service reported on Wednesday. This marks the second round of… Continue reading Modi govt extends 11 laws to further its Hindutva agenda in IIOJK
624 new Coronavirus cases reported; 12 deaths in past 24 hours
ISLAMABAD, Oct 07 (APP): The total active COVID-19 cases in Pakistan on Wednesday were recorded 8,528 as 625 more people tested positive for the deadly virus during the last 24 hours. 12 corona patients, around 10 of them were under treatment in hospital and two out of the hospital died on Tuesday, according to the… Continue reading 624 new Coronavirus cases reported; 12 deaths in past 24 hours
Tribunals adjudicate election petitions of 210 NA, PA constituencies: ECP
ISLAMABAD, Oct 06 (APP): The Election Tribunals have so far adjudicated as many as 210 petitions filed by various political parties and independent candidates regarding irregularities into multiple constituencies of the national and provincial assemblies during the general election 2018. The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP), in a news release, issued details of the petitions… Continue reading Tribunals adjudicate election petitions of 210 NA, PA constituencies: ECP
Committee for increasing budget of Ehsaas Undergraduate Scholarship program
ISLAMABAD, Oct 06 (APP): Senate Standing Committee on Poverty Alleviation and Social Protection Tuesday recommended increase in the budget of Ehsaas Undergraduate Scholarship program as well as the amount of the stipend for students. Chairman of the committee, Dr. Jahanzeb Jamaldini said that online application facility was not available in the whole country and emphasized… Continue reading Committee for increasing budget of Ehsaas Undergraduate Scholarship program
56 new COVID-19 cases reported from Islamabad
ISLAMABAD, Oct 06 (APP): National Command and Operation Center (NCOC) on Coronavirus on Tuesday said that 56 new Coronavirus cases were reported from the federal capital during last 24 hours. According to an official of NCOC, as many as 23 cases were reported last day while so far total 16,845 cases were reported from the… Continue reading 56 new COVID-19 cases reported from Islamabad
Speaker NA welcomes EU all out support of Pakistan for socio-economic development
ISLAMABAD, Oct 6 (APP): European Union ambassador to Pakistan Ms. Androulla Kaminara called on Speaker National Assembly Asad Qaiser at Parliament House on Tuesday and discussed issues of mutual interest, including enhancing parliamentary and economic cooperation between Pakistan and the EU. Speaker Asad Qaiser said that Pakistan attached immense importance to its relations with the… Continue reading Speaker NA welcomes EU all out support of Pakistan for socio-economic development
Cabinet approves amendments in Punjab Local Govt Act 19
LAHORE, Oct 6 (APP): The Punjab Cabinet on Tuesday decided to abolish the local governments’ licensing fee for professionals and approved necessary amendments in Punjab Local Government Act 2019 for bringing necessary changes in licensing regime to ensure ease of doing business. The Punjab Cabinet meeting was held at CM Office with Punjab Chief Minister… Continue reading Cabinet approves amendments in Punjab Local Govt Act 19
Prince Charles thanks President Alvi for sending gift of Pakistani mangoes
ISLAMABAD, Oct 6 (APP): Prince Charles, the Prince of Wales while describing the Pakistani mangoes as “very tasty” has thanked President Dr Arif Alvi for sending the gift of mangoes. Prince Charles in a letter addressed to President Alvi said he and his wife were appreciative of the excellent gift, a statement issued by the… Continue reading Prince Charles thanks President Alvi for sending gift of Pakistani mangoes
IHC informed about Indian non-seriousness to implement ICJ’s decision about Kulbhushan’s review petition
ISLAMABAD, Oct 06 (APP): Attorney General for Pakistan Khalid Javed on Tuesday informed the Islamabad High Court (IHC) that the Indian reply had indicated that it was not serious about the implementation of International Court of Justice’s (ICJ) decision pertaining to its spy Kulbhushan Jadhav. He said it seemed that India was only engaged in… Continue reading IHC informed about Indian non-seriousness to implement ICJ’s decision about Kulbhushan’s review petition
Pak-Turkey enjoy exemplary bilateral relations: Syed Tahir Shahbaz
ISLAMABAD, Oct 06 (APP): The Federal Ombudsman, Syed Tahir Shahbaz said on Tuesday that Pakistan and Turkey have traditionally enjoyed exemplary bilateral relations that have always formed to be mutually beneficial for the two brotherly states. The Ambassador of Turkey Mr. Ihsan Mustafa Yurdakul called on the Federal Ombudsman Syed Tahir Shahbaz and presented a… Continue reading Pak-Turkey enjoy exemplary bilateral relations: Syed Tahir Shahbaz
PNS Zulfiqar participates in ‘Passage Exercise’ with JMSDF Ship Onami
ISLAMABAD, Oct 06 (APP): Pakistan Navy Ship ZULFIQUAR (with embarked helo) participated in Passage Exercise (PASSEX) with Japanese Maritime Self Defense Force (JMSDF) Ship ONAMI. Both the ships are presently operating in vital area of Gulf of Aden as part of international efforts to counter piracy and ensure security of international shipping, said a Pakistan… Continue reading PNS Zulfiqar participates in ‘Passage Exercise’ with JMSDF Ship Onami
IHC informed about Indian non-seriousness to implement ICJ’s decision about Kulbhushan’s review petition
ISLAMABAD, Oct 06 (APP): Attorney General of Pakistan Khalid Javed on Tuesday informed the Islamabad High Court (IHC) that the Indian reply indicated that it was not serious about the implementation of International Court of Justice (ICJ)’s decision pertaining to its spy Kulbhushan Jadhav. He said it seemed that India was only engaged in just… Continue reading IHC informed about Indian non-seriousness to implement ICJ’s decision about Kulbhushan’s review petition
NLCC surveys 129,072 hectares, no locust traced
ISLAMABAD, Oct 6 (APP):The National Locust Control Center (NLCC) surveyed around 129,072 hectares area of land during the past twenty-four hours however presence of locust was not reported from any area. According to press statement issued here Tuesday by the Ministry of National Food Security and Research, no locust was found in any of the… Continue reading NLCC surveys 129,072 hectares, no locust traced
- Danish Ambassador to Pakistan H.E Jakob Linulf and CEO APM Terminals Keith Svendsen along with his team called on Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Qaiser Ahmed Sheikh.
- Ms. Zoe Ware, Political Counsellor at the British High Commission called on the Federal Minister for Privatisation, Investment and Communications, Abdul Aleem Khan
- Huawei Pakistan organizes “Digital Week”
- FPCCI welcomes direct flights between Pakistan-Azerbaijan
- Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif handing over PM’s Shuhada Assistance cheque to the father of Custom’s Inspector Hussnain Ali Tirmazi Shaheed.
