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Pak soldier embraces shahadat, five terrorists killed in Rajgal valley

RAWALPINDI, Nov 09 (APP):A Pakistani sepoy, Muhammad Ilyas embraced ‘shahadat’ during an exchange of fire with terrorists in Rajgal valley, Khyber Agency on Thursday. According to an Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) statement issued here, exploiting absence of any control in Afghan border areas, terrorists opened fired on the newly-established Pakistani posts in Rajgal valley at multiple places.… Continue reading Pak soldier embraces shahadat, five terrorists killed in Rajgal valley

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Joint Postage stamp launches on 70th anniversary of Pak-Turkey diplomatic relationship

ISLAMABAD, Nov 9 (APP):Pakistan Post here on Thursday launched a commemorative joint Postage Stamp of Rs.10 denomination marking the 70thAnniversary of establishment of diplomatic relations between Turkey and Pakistan. Federal Minister for Postal Services, Maulana Ameer Zaman Bukhari, Turkish Ambassador Babur Girgin. Secretary Postal Services Saqib Aziz, Director General of Postal Services Rubina Tayyeb were present… Continue reading Joint Postage stamp launches on 70th anniversary of Pak-Turkey diplomatic relationship

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Change of guards ceremony at mausoleum of Allama Iqbal

APP12-09 LAHORE: November 09 - Director General Pakistan Rangers (Punjab) with Station Commander Pakistan Navy Commodore SM Shahzad saluting after laying floral wreath during change of guard ceremony to pay homage to the Poet of the East Allama Muhammad Iqbal on his 140 birthday anniversary at Mazar-e-Iqbal. APP Photo by Mustafa Lashari

LAHORE, Nov 9 (APP):A prestigious change of guards ceremony was held here at mausoleum of Dr. Allama Muhammad Iqbal as the nation celebrates 140th birth anniversary of the national poet who envisioned a separate homeland for Muslims of British India. A smartly turned out contingent of Pakistan Navy clad in immaculate whites assumed ceremonial guard… Continue reading Change of guards ceremony at mausoleum of Allama Iqbal

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14-member French business delagation to attend expo Pakistan 2017

  ISLAMABAD, Nov 9 (APP):A 14-member delegation of French businessmen is visiting Pakistan to attend the Expo Pakistan 2017 to explore business and investment opportunities in Pakistan, says a press release received here. The Ambassador of Pakistan to France Moin ul Haque while commenting on the visit said that the Expo Pakistan was the premier… Continue reading 14-member French business delagation to attend expo Pakistan 2017

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FC Balochistan averts a terrorist incident

RAWALPINDI, Nov 09 (APP):Frontier Corpse Balochistan and intelligence agencies averted a major terrorist incident in Balochistan on Thursday. According to an Inter-Services Public Relations statement, the terrorist incident was averted during an intelligence based operation in Sur China, Zhob area near Pak-Afghan border. A prepared motor cycle as improvised explosive device, hidden in nullah and… Continue reading FC Balochistan averts a terrorist incident

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Marriyum condemns terrorist attack in Quetta

ISLAMABAD, Nov 9 (APP):Minister of State for Information, Broadcasting and National Heritage Ms. Marriyum Aurangzeb has strongly condemned the terrorist attack in Quetta. In a statement issued here Thursday, she said the personnel and officers of law enforcing agencies, police and armed forces were rendering unparalleled sacrifices for safety of lives and property of people… Continue reading Marriyum condemns terrorist attack in Quetta

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Ambassador Aizaz Ahmad Chaudhry meets US Senators

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ISLAMABAD, Nov 9 (APP):Pakistan’s Ambassador to the United States, Aizaz Ahmad Chaudhry, met with Senator Jim Risch (Republican-Idaho) and Congressman Albio Sires (Democrat-New Jersey) on Capitol Hill on Thursday to discuss key issues in Pak-US relationship. According to a message received here, Ambassador Chaudhry briefed the US legislators on Pakistan-U.S. relations and conveyed Pakistan’s perspective… Continue reading Ambassador Aizaz Ahmad Chaudhry meets US Senators

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People need to undertstand message in poetry of Iqbal: Irfan Siddiqui

  ISLAMABAD, Nov 9 (APP):Adviser to Prime Minister on National History and Literary Heritage Irfan Siddiqui Thursday said Allama Iqbal lived in the heart of every Pakistani however, people needed to understand his poetry and message and get spiritual guidance from him. Talking to media at the inauguration of a photographic exhibition in connection with… Continue reading People need to undertstand message in poetry of Iqbal: Irfan Siddiqui

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140th birth anniversary of Allama Iqbal today

ISLAMABAD, Nov 9 (APP):The 140th birth anniversary of national poet Dr Allama Muhammad Iqbal is being observed today (Thursday) all over the country with traditional zeal and enthusiasm. According to Private news channel, Allama Muhammad Iqbal was born in Sialkot on November 9, 1877. He is also recognized as national poet, and known as Muffakir-e-Pakistan… Continue reading 140th birth anniversary of Allama Iqbal today

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Pakistan Navy war ship SAIF visits Colombo

ISLAMABAD, Nov 09 (APP):Pakistan Navy Ship SAIF with embarked ASW (Anti-Submarine Warfare) helicopter Z9EC visited Port Colombo, Sri Lanka from 5 -8 November 2017 for goodwill-cum-training visit. Upon arrival at Colombo, a warm welcome was given by Sri Lankan Navy (SLN), said a news release issued here by Public Relations Directorate of Pakistan Navy. During… Continue reading Pakistan Navy war ship SAIF visits Colombo

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Adhering to Iqbal’s philosophy can resolve country’s problems: Musaddiq Malik

  ISLAMABAD, Nov 9 (APP):Special Assistant to the Prime Minister Musadik Malik on Thursday said Iqbal was a great philosopher and urged upon the students to follow in his footsteps and make Pakistan strong. Addressing at the special Tabeer-e-Iqbal function at the City School Campus here at E-11, Musaddiq Malik said the challenges the country… Continue reading Adhering to Iqbal’s philosophy can resolve country’s problems: Musaddiq Malik

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Imran should not stand with the court but in the court: Marriryum

  ISLAMABAD, Nov 9 (APP):Minister of State for Information, Broadcasting and National Heritage Ms.Marriyum Aurangzeb has said that Imran Khan instead of standing with the court should be standing in the court of law and be ashamed of waiting for the Umpire’s finger. In a statement issued here Thursday, the MOS mentioned a litany of… Continue reading Imran should not stand with the court but in the court: Marriryum

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14-member delegation of French businessmen attend Expo Pakistan 2017

  ISLAMABAD, Nov 9 (APP):A 14-member delegation of French businessmen is visiting Pakistan to attend the Expo Pakistan 2017 to explore business and investment opportunities in Pakistan. The Ambassador of Pakistan to France Moin ul Haque while commenting on the visit said in Paris on Thursday that the Expo Pakistan was the premier trade exhibition… Continue reading 14-member delegation of French businessmen attend Expo Pakistan 2017

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Ayaz Sadiq, Murtaza Abbasi condemn Chaman’s bomb blast

ISLAMABAD, Nov 09 (APP):Speaker National Assembly Sardar Ayaz Sadiq and Deputy Speaker Murtaza Javed Abbasi have condemned the bomb blast near a police vehicle at Chaman Housing Scheme Quetta and expressed heartfelt grief and sorrow over the martyrdom of DIG Quetta Hamid Shakeel and other police personnel. In their separate statements, the Speaker and Deputy… Continue reading Ayaz Sadiq, Murtaza Abbasi condemn Chaman’s bomb blast

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39 leading buyers of textile, food sectors of UK participate in Expo Pakistan

  ISLAMABAD, Nov 9 (APP):As many as 39 leading buyers of textile and food sectors from across the UK are participating in Expo Pakistan 2017 to explore business opportunities in Pakistan. The four-day Expo Pakistan started in Karachi Expo Centre on Thursday. These sectors have been identified in view of their enormous potential which can… Continue reading 39 leading buyers of textile, food sectors of UK participate in Expo Pakistan

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President for national harmony, unity to tackle various challenges

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ISLAMABAD, Nov 8 (APP):President Mamnoon Hussain has called upon all the segments of society and nation to play their active role in changing the destiny of the country, which was faced with various challenges including terrorism, by exhibiting harmony and unity in the light the teaching of Allama Muhammad Iqbal. “Today, we are celebrating the… Continue reading President for national harmony, unity to tackle various challenges

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BJP delegation visits Pakistan High Commission in New Delhi

ISLAMABAD, Nov 8 (APP):ISLAMABAD, Nov 8 (APP): National Secretary of Bharatiya Janta Party (BJP) R.P Singh accompanied by Delhi Sikh Gurdwara Management Committee (DSGMC) President Manjit Singh GK, visited the Pakistani High Commission on Monday and met High Commissioner Sohail Mahmood. According to a message received here from New Delhi on Wednesday, the five -member… Continue reading BJP delegation visits Pakistan High Commission in New Delhi

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PM chairs cabinet meeting; SBP allowed to acquire shares of ZTBL, HBFCL

ISLAMABAD, Nov 8 (APP):The federal cabinet in its meeting held here at the PM’s Office on Wednesday with Prime Minister Shahid Khaqan Abbasi in the chair allowed the State Bank of Pakistan to acquire shares of Zarai Taraqiati Bank Limited (ZTBL) and the House Building Finance Company Limited (HBFCL). The arrangement would settle the loans… Continue reading PM chairs cabinet meeting; SBP allowed to acquire shares of ZTBL, HBFCL

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Pakistan supports UNESCO’s cultural initiative in Pakistan

ISLAMABAD, Nov 8 (APP):Secretary Ministry of Information, Broadcasting and National Heritage Sardar Ahmad Nawaz Sukhera represented Pakistan in the on-going 39th Session of UNESCO General Conference held at the UNESCO Headquarters in Paris on Wednesday. The Secretary attended the meetings of UNESCO’s Cultural Commission and Communication & Information Commission and took active part in the… Continue reading Pakistan supports UNESCO’s cultural initiative in Pakistan

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KSA interested to participate in CPEC: Hafiz Abdul Karim

ISLAMABAD, Nov 8 (APP):Minister for Communications Hafiz Abdul karim on Wednesday said that Saudi Arabia is interested in participation and investment in China Pakistan Economic Corridor project. Talking to APP after meeting with Saudi Ambassador to Pakistan Nawaf Saeed Al-Maliki, the minister said, the Saudi envoy was informed about investment opportunities in different sectors in… Continue reading KSA interested to participate in CPEC: Hafiz Abdul Karim

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