Indian envoy summoned over ceasefire violation along LoC

ISLAMABAD, Jun 13 (APP):Pakistan Wednesday summoned the Indian Acting Deputy High Commissioner and condemned the unprovoked ceasefire violation by the Indian occupation forces along the Line of Control on 12th June 2018 in Chirikot Sector, resulting in the shahadat of one innocent civilian, M Shakeel s/o Alam Din in Trothi village. The Indian forces along the Line of Control and… Continue reading Indian envoy summoned over ceasefire violation along LoC

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PM seeks report on removal of Zulfi Bukhari’s name from ECL

ISLAMABAD, June 13 (APP):Caretaker Prime Minister Justice (retired) Nasir ul Mulk Wednesday sought report from Interior Ministry on allowing Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf leader Zulfi Bukhari to travel to Saudi Arabia despite his name present in the Exit Control List (ECL). According to a letter issued by the interior ministry, one-time “permission” was given to Zulfi Bukhari… Continue reading PM seeks report on removal of Zulfi Bukhari’s name from ECL

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Pakistan condemns Indian ceasefire violations; killing of innocent villager

ISLAMABAD, Jun 13 (APP):Pakistan Thursday condemned the unprovoked ceasefire violation by the Indian occupation forces along the Line of Control in the Chirikot Sector that led to the death of an innocent civilian in Trothi village. The Acting Director General (SA & SAARC), summoned the Indian Acting Deputy High Commissioner here at the Foreign Office… Continue reading Pakistan condemns Indian ceasefire violations; killing of innocent villager

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UK funds life-saving heat stroke relief camps in Karachi

ISLAMABAD, Jun 13 (APP):The UK aid is supporting 30 heat stroke relief camps with vulnerable people, including children and elderly persons in some of the areas of Karachi. The camps are equipped with solar fans, cold drinking water and first aid kits which are also providing spaces for people to keep cool, providing temporary shelters… Continue reading UK funds life-saving heat stroke relief camps in Karachi

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8 killed, 23 injured in dumper-coach collision

SARGODHA, June 13 (APP): Eight people were killed while 23 others sustained multiple injuries when a dumper collided with a coach on Jhang road near here on Wednesday. Police said that an overloaded coach (LXE-8585) was heading towards Multan from Mandi Bahauddin when a recklessly driven dumper coming from Jhang collided with it on Sargodha-Jhang… Continue reading 8 killed, 23 injured in dumper-coach collision

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PML-N to emerge as single largest party in next general election: Abbasi

ISLAMABAD, Jun 13 (APP):Former Prime Minister Shahid Khaqan Abbasi has claimed that Pakistan Muslim League Nawaz (PML-N), would emerge as the single largest party of the country in the next general election. Shehbaz Sharif would be the candidate for next premiership after winning majority seats in general election, he said while talking to a private… Continue reading PML-N to emerge as single largest party in next general election: Abbasi

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Maryam for respect to vote

LAHORE, Jun 13 (APP):Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz leader Maryam Nawaz on Wednesday appeared before returning officer for scrutiny of her nomination papers for NA-127 and PP-173. Returning Officer Asif Bashir asked Maryam how she would plan to resolve water crisis in Punjab, to which, she replied: “Dams will be built to overcome water crisis”. The returning… Continue reading Maryam for respect to vote

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Traditional Eid cards transformed into ‘e’ versions

ISLAMABAD, June 13 (APP):The world is making a technological shift and old traditional way of sharing Eid greetings have also transformed into ‘e’ versions. Now to share Eid greetings and wishes people prefer to send e-cards than buy a old-fashioned greeting card, write a note, slap on a stamp and send it via slow mail… Continue reading Traditional Eid cards transformed into ‘e’ versions

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Achieving 90pc literacy, an illusive Vision 2025 target: Experts

ISLAMABAD, June 13 (APP):The Vision-2025 goal to achieve 90 percent literacy rate in the country by 2025 appears to be an illusive target as the existing number of feeder schools and literacy centres of NCHD lag far behind the required standard. “The National Commission for Human Development (NCHD) needs 3,00,000 schools to achieve 90 percent… Continue reading Achieving 90pc literacy, an illusive Vision 2025 target: Experts

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Voices of moderation are faced with existential threat of extremism: President

APP49-12 ISLAMABAD: June 12 – President Mamnoon Hussain addressing the Iftar dinner in honour of the heads of foreign mission at the Aiwan-e-Sadr. APP

ISLAMABAD, Jun 12 (APP):President Mamnoon Hussain on Tuesday said that today, the use of brute force by terrorists of different denominations had brought disruption in various parts of the world and frequently, the voices of moderation were faced with an existential threat of extremism. “The forces of violence and bigotry challenge the very existence of… Continue reading Voices of moderation are faced with existential threat of extremism: President

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PM reiterates commitment to further enhance Pak-Saudi ties

APP34-12 ISLAMABAD: June 12 - Ambassador of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Nawaf Saeed Bin Al-Malkiy called on Caretaker Prime Minister Justice (Retd) Nasir-ul-Mulk at Prime Minister’s office. APP

ISLAMABAD, Jun 12 (APP):Prime Minister Justice (retired) Nasir-ul-Mulk Tuesday emphasized his government’s commitment to further strengthen the cooperative relations with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in all areas of mutual interest. He was talking to ambassador of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Nawaf Saeed bin Al-Malkiy who paid a courtesy call on him at the… Continue reading PM reiterates commitment to further enhance Pak-Saudi ties

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COAS holds meetings with Afghan President, CE, Commander RSM

APP47-12 KABUL: June 12 - Chief of Army Staff General Qamar Javed Bajwa in a delegation level meeting with Afghanistan President Ashraf Ghani. APP

RAWALPINDI, June 12 (APP):Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Qamar Javed Bajwa Tuesday returned home after a day-long visit to Kabul, Afghanistan. During the visit, the COAS had exclusive one-to-one meeting with Afghan President Ashraf Ghani followed by delegations level discussions. He also had meetings with Chief Executive Abdullah Abdullah and Commander Resolute Support Mission… Continue reading COAS holds meetings with Afghan President, CE, Commander RSM

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Load shedding to be controlled as water situation improves: Ali Zafar

APP19-12 ISLAMABAD: June 12 – Federal Minister for Information, Broadcasting, National History and Literary Heritage Syed Ali Zafar and Federal Minister for Finance, Revenue and Economic Affairs Dr. Shamshad Akhtar addressing a joint press conference. APP photo by Irshad Sheikh

ISLAMABAD, Jun 12 (APP):Caretaker Federal Minister for Information, Broadcasting, National History and Literary Heritage Syed Ali Zafar Tuesday said power load shedding would be controlled by the end of June and July onwards, as the weather and water situation in dams were improving considerably. Addressing a press conference here flanked by Finance Minister Shamshad Akhtar,… Continue reading Load shedding to be controlled as water situation improves: Ali Zafar

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Caretaker govt not going for IMF bailout package: Finance Minister

APP20-12 ISLAMABAD: June 12 – Federal Minister for Information, Broadcasting, National History and Literary Heritage Syed Ali Zafar and Federal Minister for Finance, Revenue and Economic Affairs Dr. Shamshad Akhtar addressing a joint press conference. APP photo by Irshad Sheikh

ISLAMABAD, Jun 12 (APP):Finance Minister, Dr Shamshad Akhtar said Tuesday the caretaker government would not do any new agreements or start negotiations with International Monetary Fund (IMF) for any bailout package, saying that any decision to this effect to be taken by the upcoming elected government. Addressing a news conference, accompanied by Minister for Information… Continue reading Caretaker govt not going for IMF bailout package: Finance Minister

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PM directs for comprehensive plan to address water issues

APP33-12 ISLAMABAD: June 12 - Caretaker Prime Minister Justice (Retd) Nasir-ul-Mulk chairing a briefing on water resources at Prime Minister’s office. APP

ISLAMABAD, June 12 (APP):Prime Minister justice (Retired) Nasir-ul-Mulk Tuesday directed ministry of Water Resources to work out a comprehensive plan for addressing water related issues of the country. The prime minister chaired a briefing on water resources at the Prime Minister’s Office. Underscoring the need for putting in place an efficient water resource management system,… Continue reading PM directs for comprehensive plan to address water issues

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PML-N to clinch majority seats in next elections: Miftah

ISLAMABAD, June 12 (APP):Senior leader of Pakistan Muslim League Nawaz (PML-N), and former finance minister Miftah Ismail has said that his party would clinch majority seats in the next general election. In Punjab, the PML-N would sweep the polls without facing any difficulty, he said while talking to a private news channel. The PML-N had… Continue reading PML-N to clinch majority seats in next elections: Miftah

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PM stresses upon provision of quality health services

APP35-12 ISLAMABAD: June 12 - Caretaker Prime Minister Justice (Retd) Nasir-ul-Mulk chairing a briefing on the performance of Ministry of National Health Services Regulation and Coordination at Prime Minister’s office. APP

ISLAMABAD, Jun 12 (APP):Prime Minister justice (retired) Nasir-ul-Mulk Tuesday emphasized the importance of coordination among the federal and provincial governments to ensure provision of quality health services and improved health outcomes. He said efforts should be made to enhance the scope and quality of health services being provided to the general public. The prime minister… Continue reading PM stresses upon provision of quality health services

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Difference of oppinion part of democracy: Marriyum

ISLAMABAD, Jun 12 (APP):Former Minister for Information and Broadcasting Marriyum Auragzeb Tuesday said difference of opinion was part of democracy and it would be strengthened the democratic system in the country. Without difference of opinion democracy was just like dictatorship, she said talking to PTV. She said parliament was best forum to address the issues… Continue reading Difference of oppinion part of democracy: Marriyum

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Pakistan welcomes Trump, Kim meeting

ISLAMABAD, June 12 (APP):Pakistan Tuesday welcomed historic meeting between the leaders of the United States of America and the Democratic Peoples Republic of Korea and expressed hope that it would lead to lasting peace and stability in the region, the Foreign Office spokesman said. “Pakistan has consistently supported all efforts towards the peaceful settlement of… Continue reading Pakistan welcomes Trump, Kim meeting

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PML-N to emerge as single largest party in next general election: Abbasi

ISLAMABAD, June 12 (APP):Former prime minister Shahid Khaqan Abbasi on Tuesday claimed that Pakistan Muslim League Nawaz (PML-N), would emerge as the single largest party of the country in the next general election. Shehbaz Sharif would be the candidate for next premiership after winning majority seats in general election, he said while talking to a… Continue reading PML-N to emerge as single largest party in next general election: Abbasi

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