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SNGPL disrupts 149 more connections

LAHORE, Dec 28 (APP):In a relentless pursuit against gas theft, the Sui Northern Gas Pipelines Limited (SNGPL) disconnected another 149 connection besides imposing Rs 2.09 million fine over illegal usage during its ongoing crackdown in Punjab, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), and Islamabad. According to a spokesman for the SNGPL, regional teams of Lahore disconnected 16 connections for illegal gas… Continue reading SNGPL disrupts 149 more connections

MoFA committed to promote Pakistan’s interests at global level: FM

ISLAMABAD, Dec 28 (APP): Foreign Minister Jalil Abbas Jilani on Thursday said the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Pakistan’s missions abroad would continue to promote the country’s external relations and protect its interests at the global level. The foreign minister expressed these views in a year-end interaction with the beat reporters held here at the… Continue reading MoFA committed to promote Pakistan’s interests at global level: FM

Saudi Embassy in Jordan holds symposium to celebrate World Arabic Language Day

Amman, Dec 28 (spa/APP):Saudi Arabia’s Embassy in Amman organized a symposium today to commemorate World Arabic Language Day and emphasize the Arabic language as “the language of poetry and arts.” The symposium was attended by Saudi Ambassador to Jordan, Nayef bin Bandar Al-Sudairi, as well as representatives from Jordan’s Ministries of Education, Higher Education and… Continue reading Saudi Embassy in Jordan holds symposium to celebrate World Arabic Language Day

PM visits residence of late former foreign secretary to offer condolences

ISLAMABAD, Dec 28 (APP): Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar on Thursday offered his condolences on the death of former foreign secretary Riaz Khokhar and paid tribute to his professionalism. During his visit to the residence of the late foreign secretary, the prime minister said the services of the deceased rendered for the government of Pakistan… Continue reading PM visits residence of late former foreign secretary to offer condolences

FO regrets ‘interference’ by foreign missions commenting over Baloch protests

ISLAMABAD, Dec 28 (APP): The Foreign Office on Thursday regretted the “interference” by some foreign missions in Pakistan for commenting on the Baloch protesters, saying the country was fully capable of handling its internal matters. Foreign Office Spokesperson Mumtaz Zahra Baloch at a weekly press briefing said the constitution of Pakistan guaranteed freedom of expression… Continue reading FO regrets ‘interference’ by foreign missions commenting over Baloch protests

President congratulates defense team over successful Fatah II missile test

ISLAMABAD, Dec 28 (APP): President Dr Arif Alvi on Thursday congratulated Pakistan’s defense team on the successful test of the Fatah II missile. “Congratulations to our brilliant defense team on the successful test of Fatah II missile,” the president wrote on social media platform X. He said the dedication showcased Pakistan’s commitment to safeguarding national… Continue reading President congratulates defense team over successful Fatah II missile test

Role of Ulema inevitable to eradicate polio, save future generation: PM

ISLAMABAD, Dec 28 (APP): Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar on Thursday calling the anti-vaxxers ill-fated people, urged the Ulema to stand against those spreading negative propaganda against the polio vaccine to make Pakistan achieve the goal of becoming a polio-free nation. “The people, who call polio vaccine un-Islamic are ill-fated. You have to stand with… Continue reading Role of Ulema inevitable to eradicate polio, save future generation: PM

ANF recovers 2.4 tons drugs in five operations

RAWALPINDI, Dec 28 (APP):Anti-Narcotics Force (ANF) while conducting five operations across the country managed to recover over 2.4 tons drugs and arrested five accused, said an ANF Headquarters spokesman here on Thursday. He informed that in an operation at Allama Iqbal Airport, 85 Ice-filled capsules were recovered from a passenger’s stomach. The accused was leaving… Continue reading ANF recovers 2.4 tons drugs in five operations

Repatriation of undocumented Afghans continues

PESHAWAR, Dec 28 (APP):The repatriation of illegally residing Afghanis in Pakistan continued through borders in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa as according to the provincial Home and Tribal Affairs Department, 537 Afghan nationals returned to their country through Torkham Border the other day. So far, it said a total of 271503 illegal Afghans have been repatriated to their… Continue reading Repatriation of undocumented Afghans continues

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Cold, dry weather to prevail in KP

PESHAWAR, Dec 28 (APP):The Provincial Meteorological Center Peshawar on Thursday predicted that mainly cold and dry weather in most districts of the province, while very cold in upper districts and hilly areas. It said that foggy conditions are expected over Charsadda, Nowshera, Mardan, Peshawar, Swabi and D.I. Khan districts as well as over Motorway (M1)… Continue reading Cold, dry weather to prevail in KP

FIA’ media awareness-raising campaigns to counter ‘human trafficking’: Director

ISLAMABAD, Dec 28 (APP):Director Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) Israr Ahmed Khan Thursday said that his department was taking revolutionary step towards warding off the menace of ‘human trafficking’ in all its forms and raising mass media drives to prevent vulnerable persons from becoming victims where they will be encouraged to report these cases actively. Talking… Continue reading FIA’ media awareness-raising campaigns to counter ‘human trafficking’: Director

Jamal Shah stresses for revival of ‘Cinema industry’ with affordable tickets

ISLAMABAD, Dec 28 (APP):Federal Caretaker Minister for National Heritage and Culture Syed Jamal Shah Thursday stressed the need for revival of ‘Cinema industry’ with affordable tickets and said that it was high time to invest in Pakistan’s entertainment industry to implement a methodology in producing quality films. Talking to a Private news channel, on the… Continue reading Jamal Shah stresses for revival of ‘Cinema industry’ with affordable tickets

Silent epidemic of ‘High blood Pressure’ affects 23% youngsters aged 18-29: expert

ISLAMABAD, Dec 28 (APP): Health experts Thursday warned that a silent epidemic of high blood pressure affects over 3 million people in Pakistan with a shocking 23% prevalence among youngsters aged 18-29 due to unhealthy dietary patterns and less exercise habits.  Talking to a Private news channel, A renowned Cardiologist Prof Dr Fawad Tariq expressed… Continue reading Silent epidemic of ‘High blood Pressure’ affects 23% youngsters aged 18-29: expert

SC issues written verdict on Practice and Procedure Act

ISLAMABAD, Dec 27 (APP):The Supreme Court of Pakistan on Wednesday issued a 21-page written judgment on the Practice and Procedure Act. The verdict is penned by Chief Justice of Pakistan Qazi Faez Isa. Justice Mazahar Naqvi, Justice Ayesha Malik, and Justice Shahid Waheed opposed sharing the Chief Justice’s powers, with six judges disagreeing on Article… Continue reading SC issues written verdict on Practice and Procedure Act

Nomination papers of 109 candidates face intense scrutiny in Islamabad

ISLAMABAD, Dec 27 (APP):In the bustling political arena, today witnessed the meticulous examination of nomination papers for key figures in three constituencies of Islamabad. Mustafa Nawaz Khokhar’s NA-47 and NA-48, Shoaib Shaheen’s NA-48, Zubair Farooq’s NA-46, Hafeez Rehman’s NA-46, and Jamshed Mughal’s NA-46 were all subject to thorough scrutiny by the District Returning Officer’s watchful… Continue reading Nomination papers of 109 candidates face intense scrutiny in Islamabad

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