ISLAMABAD, Sep 5 (APP): The 35th session of the Regional Conference for Asia and the Pacific (APRC 35), organized by Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of United Nations concluded successfully at Bhutan. The conference aimed at regional priorities and pressing issues such as COVID 19, the state of agriculture, natural resources management, food security and… Continue reading FAO’s Regional Conference held to address COVID-19’s impacts
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Total active COVID cases reach 9,132
ISLAMABAD, Sep 05 (APP): The total active COVID-19 in Pakistan on Saturday reached 9,132 as 513 more people tested positive for the deadly virus during the last 24 hours. Five corona patients, who were under treatment in hospitals, died on Friday, according to the latest update issued by the National command and Operation Centre (NCOC).… Continue reading Total active COVID cases reach 9,132
Pakistan possesses most advance defence technology of the world: Ch Fawad
ISLAMABAD, Sep 05 (APP): Federal Minister for Science and Technology, Chaudhry Fawad Hussain Saturday said Pakistan is among one of those countries that have the most advance defence technology of the world which is matter of proud for us. “Today, Pakistan is the only atomic power of the Muslim World. We are running most modern… Continue reading Pakistan possesses most advance defence technology of the world: Ch Fawad
Pakistan Navy post-flood relief assistance continues in Sindh
KARACHI, Sep 05 (APP): The Pakistan Navy relief operation continued to meet post-flood eventualities and to ensure restoration of flooded areas with rescue/ relief efforts at various localities of Sindh. Pakistan Navy Emergency Response teams are consistently supplying basic food necessities and medical care to flood-ridden victims. Pakistan Navy diving teams equipped with boats and… Continue reading Pakistan Navy post-flood relief assistance continues in Sindh
Pakistan Navy releases promo for special documentary film “Surkhru”
ISLAMABAD, Sep 05 (APP): The Pakistan Navy has released a promo for the special documentary film “Surkhru” to be released on Navy Day 2020 to mark the unflinching resolve and courage of valiant warriors defending the country. The documentary to be released on Navy Day on September 8, was based on a successful operation by… Continue reading Pakistan Navy releases promo for special documentary film “Surkhru”
China applauds PM Imran Khan’s remarks on Sino-Pak relations
ISLAMABAD, Sep 4 (APP): China on Friday applauded the warm remarks made by Prime Minister Imran Khan on relations between China and Pakistan. “The Embassy applauds warm remarks by PM Imran Khan on China-Pak relations,” the Chinese Embassy said in a statement posted on its twitter handle. The Embassy applauds warm remarks by PM Imran… Continue reading China applauds PM Imran Khan’s remarks on Sino-Pak relations
Proactive policies help control locust: Fakhar
ISLAMABAD, Sep 4 (APP): Federal Minister for National Food Security and Research, Syed Fakhar Imam on Friday said the proactive strategy adopted by the government helped in controlling spread of locust across the country, though it is minimally present in just two districts of Sindh and Balochistan. “There is no presence of locust in Khyber… Continue reading Proactive policies help control locust: Fakhar
Army troops reach flash flood affected Khushab to assist civil admin: ISPR
RAWALPINDI, Sep 04 (APP): Pakistan Army troops had reached Khushab to assist civil administration in relief efforts due to flash floods. Due to recent rains over 10 villages of Khushab district were affected, said a Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR) press release. The troops of Mangla Corps were carrying damage assessment and busy in relief… Continue reading Army troops reach flash flood affected Khushab to assist civil admin: ISPR
Pakistan possesses most advance defence technology of world: Ch fawad
ISLAMABAD, Sep 4 (APP): Federal Minister for Science and Technology, Chaudhry Fawad Hussain on Friday said Pakistan is among one of those countries that have the most advance defence technology of the world which is matter of proud for us. “Today, Pakistan is the only atomic power of the Muslim World. We are running most… Continue reading Pakistan possesses most advance defence technology of world: Ch fawad
Govt to tighten noose around tricksters of real estate sector: Zulfi Bukhari
ISLAMABAD, Sep 4 (APP):Special Assistant to the Prime Minister (SAPM) on Overseas Pakistanis and Human Resource Development Sayed Zulfikar Abbas Bukhari Friday said the government would launch a complete crackdown against the illegal housing societies that played different tricks to hoodwink the expatriates by promising fake investment opportunities in real estate sector. “Prime Minister, in… Continue reading Govt to tighten noose around tricksters of real estate sector: Zulfi Bukhari
Govt considering suggestions for stage-wise reopening of schools on Sept 15: Shafqat
ISLAMABAD, Sep 4 (APP):Minister for Federal Education and Professional Training Shafqat Mehmood on Friday said different suggestions were being considered for stage-wise reopening of educational institutions on Sept. 15 across the country under strict Standard Operating Procedures. The final decision to this effect will be taken on September 07, in the Inter Provincial Education Ministers’… Continue reading Govt considering suggestions for stage-wise reopening of schools on Sept 15: Shafqat
South Punjab Secretariat to become operational on Oct 15
ISLAMABAD, Sep 4 (APP): The South Punjab Secretariat will formally become operational on October 15, as decided by a meeting chaired by Prime Minister Imran Khan here on Friday. The meeting on establishment and working of South Punjab Secretariat was attended by Foreign Minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi. Chief Minister Punjab Usman Buzdar, Finance Minister Punjab… Continue reading South Punjab Secretariat to become operational on Oct 15
PM declines to accept resignation of Bajwa; directs to continue as SAPM
ISLAMABAD, Sep 4 (APP):Prime Minister Imran Khan on Friday did not accept the resignation tendered by Special Assistant to Prime Minister (SAPM) on Information and Broadcasting Lt. Gen. ® Asim Saleem Bajwa. The Prime Minister said, as he was satisfied with the evidence and explanation presented by Lt. Gen. ® Asim Saleem Bajwa, he has… Continue reading PM declines to accept resignation of Bajwa; directs to continue as SAPM
Shibli strongly condemns attack on security forces in North Waziristan
ISLAMABAD, Sep 04 (APP): Minister for Information and Broadcasting Senator Shibli Faraz on Friday strongly condemned attack on security forces in North Waziristan. In a tweet, the minister paid homage to Lieutenant Nasir Hussain Khalid, Naik Mohammad Imran and Sepoy Usman Akhtar, the martyrs who sacrificed their lives for the sake of the motherland. Praying… Continue reading Shibli strongly condemns attack on security forces in North Waziristan
Pakistani movies, dramas to be aired on Saudi media in Arabic
ISLAMABAD, Sep 4 (APP): Pakistani movies and dramas, dubbed in Arabic, would be on aired in Saudi Arabia to cement cultural cooperation and strengthen bilateral ties between the brotherly countries. It was agreed during a meeting between Saudi Ambassador to Pakistan Nawaf bin Saeed Al-Malki and Chairman Senate Standing Committee on Information and Broadcasting, Senator… Continue reading Pakistani movies, dramas to be aired on Saudi media in Arabic
MoHR Secretary lauds women prisoners release decision
ISLAMABAD, Sep 4 (APP): Federal Secretary Ministry of Human Rights Rabia Javeri Agha lauded the government’s decision for swift implementation of the Supreme Court orders about release of the women prisoners, who met the set criteria. Talking to APP, she said out of the total female, locked in prisons, over 66 per cent were under… Continue reading MoHR Secretary lauds women prisoners release decision
Shahzad Akbar directs early recovery of missing Sajid Gondal
ISLAMABAD, Sep 4 (APP): Advisor to Prime Minister on Accountability and Interior, Mirza Shahzad Akbar on Friday directed Islamabad Capital Territory Police (ITP) to promptly recover missing Sajid Gondal of Security and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP). The advisor took notice of the reported missing of Gondal, which went viral on social media, said a… Continue reading Shahzad Akbar directs early recovery of missing Sajid Gondal
Defence Day recalls national unity, military preparedness to thwart enemy’s nefarious designs: Ex-Air Marshal
ISLAMABAD, Sep 04 (APP): Pakistan Air Force (PAF) former Air Marshal M Ashfaque Arain Friday said national unity and military preparedness were two most crucial weapons to thwart enemy’s nefarious designs. Air Marshal (Retd) M Ashfaqu in an exclusive chat with this agency in connection with the Defence Day of Pakistan also emphasized to keep… Continue reading Defence Day recalls national unity, military preparedness to thwart enemy’s nefarious designs: Ex-Air Marshal
Peace, stability must for regional connectivity, economic diplomacy: Moeed
ISLAMABAD, Sep 04 (APP): Special Assistant to the Prime Minister (SAPM) on National Security and Strategic Policy Planning Dr. Moeed Yusuf on Friday said Regional connectivity was not possible without the absence of conflict as economic diplomacy required regional peace and stability. He made these remarks during his special briefing to the US Congress Mandate… Continue reading Peace, stability must for regional connectivity, economic diplomacy: Moeed
NCOC asks provinces to ensure health guidelines, SOPs at educational institutions, increase contact tracing
ISLAMABAD, Sep 04 (APP): The National Command and Operation Center (NCOC) on Friday asked the provinces to ensure health guidelines and standard operating procedures (SOPs) at schools and other educational institutions after recommencement to be announced soon and increase contact tracing and quarantining of affected people. The NCOC meeting presided by Federal Minister for Planning,… Continue reading NCOC asks provinces to ensure health guidelines, SOPs at educational institutions, increase contact tracing
- Saudi ministry warns against fraudulent Hajj schemes; urges vigilance, official channels for booking
- Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb held a meeting of the Steering Committee on FBR digitalization
- Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb held a meeting of the Steering Committee on FBR digitalization
- Pakistan’s batter play a shot during first T20I match between Pakistan Women’s Cricket Team and West Indies Women’s Cricket Team at National Bank Stadium
- Planning Minister Prof Ahsan Iqbal chaired the preparatory meeting for China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), preceding the 13th Joint Cooperation Committee (JCC) meeting and an imminent high-level delegation visit to China
