RAWALPINDI, Aug 24 (APP): Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Jordan Armed Forces Lieutenant General Mahmoud A. Frihat along with his delegation, visited line of control (LOC) in Chakothi sector on Thursday. According to ISPR press release, the delegation was briefed about the situation along the LOC and ceasefire violations by Indian forces, causing loss… Continue reading Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Jordan visits LOC in Chakothi sector
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CJCS Jordan visits POF, shows keen interest in arms, ammunition manufacturing
WAH CANTT, Aug 24 (APP): Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff (CJCS) Jordan Armed Forces Lt Gen Mahmoud A. Fraihat, along with an official delegation visited Pakistan Ordnance Factories (POF) on Thursday. On arrival at POF, the delegation was received by Acting Chairman POF Board Muhammad Afzal, who introduced them with POF Board Members, said… Continue reading CJCS Jordan visits POF, shows keen interest in arms, ammunition manufacturing
PML-N leadership respects judiciary, institutions: Saad Rafique
LAHORE, Aug 24 (APP): Railways Minister Khawaja Saad Rafique on Thursday said the PML-N leadership had always respected judiciary and never crossed due limits. He foretold party’s victory in the election 2018. Talking to media after attending a meeting held at Raiwind, he said supporters of all political parties contesting NA-120 bye-election had the right… Continue reading PML-N leadership respects judiciary, institutions: Saad Rafique
President to attend convocation of Karakoram University
GILGIT, Aug 24 (APP): President Mamnoon Hussain arrived here Thursday on a four-day visit, where he would also attend the convocation of the Karakoram International University. The President was warmly received by Governor Gilgit Baltistan Mir Ghazanfar Ali Khan and Chief Minister Hafiz Hafeezur Rehman at the Gilgit airport. The President would also discuss issues… Continue reading President to attend convocation of Karakoram University
Raza Rabbani reiterates to make Senate vibrant, parliament strong
ISLAMABAD, Aug 24 (APP): Chairman Senate Mian Raza Rabbani has reiterated his resolve to make the institution of Senate vibrant and continue struggle for strengthening democracy in the country. The Chairman expressed these views while inaugurating the Senate Library after its complete revamping and refurbishment at the Parliament House, said a press release issued here… Continue reading Raza Rabbani reiterates to make Senate vibrant, parliament strong
NAB recovered Rs 50 bln, filed 150 references
ISLAMABAD Aug 24 (APP): Chairman National Accountability Bureau (NAB) Qamar Zaman Chaudhry has stated that the organization had recovered Rs 50 billion and filed 150 references against the corrupt people. Talking to media during his official visit to Vienna, Austria, he said corruption is just like a cancer and mother of all evils. Therefore, we… Continue reading NAB recovered Rs 50 bln, filed 150 references
Dar felicitates National Saving on winning international award
ISLAMABAD, Aug 24 (APP): Finance Minister, Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar has felicitated National Savings on being honoured with award for “Outstanding Contribution to Financial Inclusion Pakistan 2017” by the prestigious CFI.co Magazine Awards Programme, UK. The international business awards program is adjudged by eminent internal and external panel of experts, said a press release issued… Continue reading Dar felicitates National Saving on winning international award
Pak rendered matchless sacrifices in war against terrorism: Asif
ISLAMABAD, Aug 24 (APP): Foreign Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif Thursday said Pakistan had rendered matchless sacrifices in war against terrorism. Talking to a private news channel, the minister said that Pakistan never wanted unrest in Afghanistan. He reiterated Pakistan’s desire for peace and stability in Afghanistan and highlighted the country’s immense sacrifices in the enduring… Continue reading Pak rendered matchless sacrifices in war against terrorism: Asif
AJK cabinet lauds services of Nawaz Sharif for the nation
MIRPUR (AJK), Aug 24(APP): Azad Jammu & Kashmir Cabinet on Thursday paid warm appreciations to Muhammad Nawaz Sharif the former Prime Minister of Pakistan for his great services for the nation and the country. The Cabinet meeting was held with Prime Minister Raja Farooq Haider in the chair. Cabinet passed various resolutions unanimously appreciating Nawaz… Continue reading AJK cabinet lauds services of Nawaz Sharif for the nation
Pakistan, China hold bilateral consultations on Arms Control Non-Proliferation
ISLAMABAD, Aug 24 (APP): Pakistan- China 4th Round bilateral consultations on Arms Control and Non Proliferation were held here here Thursday. The Pakistani side was led by Ambassador Tasnim Aslam, Additional Secretary United Nations and Economic Coordination, while the Chinese delegation was led by Ambassador Wang Qun, Director General of the Arms Control Department… Continue reading Pakistan, China hold bilateral consultations on Arms Control Non-Proliferation
PR minister announces 25% discount on tickets for Eid days
LAHORE,Aug 24 (APP): Railways Minister Khawaja Saad Rafique has announced 25 per cent discount on tickets as a special Eid package to facilitate passengers. According to a notification issued here on Thursday, 25 per cent discount will be provided on all tickets in all classes of trains across the country. Passengers can enjoy this facility… Continue reading PR minister announces 25% discount on tickets for Eid days
Senators express concern over US President remarks against Pakistan
ISLAMABAD, Aug 24 (APP): Senators on Thursday resumed the debate on important national security issue regarding the US President new strategy for South Asia and Afghanistan and remarks against Pakistan. Taking part in the debate, JUI-F Senator Hafiz Hamd Ullah said that peace is not agenda of America as it prefer War on peace. He… Continue reading Senators express concern over US President remarks against Pakistan
Peaceful, indigenous struggle of Kashmiri people can’t be brought down
ISLAMABAD, Aug 24 (APP): The peaceful and indigenous struggle of the Kashmiri people cannot be brought down by the malicious tactics of the Indian forces, said Sardar Masood Khan, President AJK. The AJK President expressed views when he called on Sartaj Aziz, Deputy Chairman of the Planning Commission here at the Pakistan Secretariat, according… Continue reading Peaceful, indigenous struggle of Kashmiri people can’t be brought down
Anusha Rehman calls on PM
ISLAMABAD, Aug 24 (APP): Minister of State for Information Technology Ms. Anusha Rehman Khan on Thursday called on Prime Minister Shahid Khaqan Abbasi at the PM Office. Matters pertaining to Ministry of IT were discussed during the meeting.
Ishaq Dar felicitates National Savings on winning international award
ISLAMABAD, Aug 24 (APP): Finance Minister, Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar Thursday felicitated National Savings on being honoured with award for “Outstanding Contribution to Financial Inclusion Pakistan 2017” by the prestigious CFI.co Magazine Awards Programme, UK. The international business awards program is adjudged by eminent internal and external panel of experts. It may be mentioned that… Continue reading Ishaq Dar felicitates National Savings on winning international award
US Ambassador calls on COAS, briefs about new US Policy
RAWALPINDI, Aug 23 (APP): US Ambassador to Pakistan, David Hale called on Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Qamar Javed Bajwa at GHQ on Wednesday and briefed him about the new US Policy. The ambassador said that US valued Pakistan’s role in the war against terror and was seeking cooperation from it to resolve the… Continue reading US Ambassador calls on COAS, briefs about new US Policy
PM urges world to fulfill its moral obligations on Kashmir dispute
ISLAMABAD, Aug 23 (APP): Prime Minister Shahid Khaqan Abbasi on Wednesday called upon the international community to fulfill its moral obligations on the issue of Jammu and Kashmir, to realise the dream of peace in South Asia. “The dream of peace in South Asia cannot be realised until the world continues to disregard its moral… Continue reading PM urges world to fulfill its moral obligations on Kashmir dispute
President reaffirms Pakistan’s role for solidarity of Muslim Ummah
ISLAMABAD, Aug 23 (APP): President Mamnoon Hussain Wednesday said Pakistan would play its role for unity and solidarity of the Muslim Ummah and fulfill its expectations for peace and stability in the Middle East. The president was talking to Jordanian Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Lt. Gen. Mahmoud Freihat, who called on him at the… Continue reading President reaffirms Pakistan’s role for solidarity of Muslim Ummah
DCM Chinese Embassy visits ISPR
RAWALPINDI, Aug 23 (APP): Deputy Chief of Mission (DCM) Chinese Embassy, Lijian Zhao visited Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR) on Wednesday and interacted with Director General ISPR Major General Asif Ghafoor. The Chinese DCM appreciated the role of ISPR in promoting military-to-military relationship between the two countries, said ISPR press release issued here.
Govt to defeat terrorism by working with all units of federation: Ahsan Iqbal
ISLAMABAD, Aug 23 (APP): Minister for Interior Prof Ahsan Iqbal Wednesday said main strategy of the government was to defeat terrorism by working along with all units of the federation. Prof Ahsan was presiding over a high level meeting here about implementation of National Action Plan (NAP). The meeting was attended by Prime Minister Azad… Continue reading Govt to defeat terrorism by working with all units of federation: Ahsan Iqbal