LAHORE, Aug 24 (APP): PML-N Youth Wing President and MNA Capt.(R) Muhammad Safdar Thursday said that people have great love with PML-N leadership and Begum Kulsoom Nawaz will win the upcoming bye election in NA 120 Lahore with a clear margin of more than 100,000 votes. Talking to APP here after attending Namoos-e-Risalat (PBUH) Conference at Canal Fort… Continue reading Kulsoom to win NA 120 seat by over 100,000 votes margin
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Nawaz welcomes Asad Junejo in PML-N
LAHORE, Aug 24 (APP): Former prime minister Muhammad Nawaz Sharif Thursday said that Sindh province is equally important to him like other units of the federation. He said this in a meeting with Asad Ali Khan Junejo son of former prime minister late Muhammad Khan Junejo on his joining PML-N at Jati Umra, Raiwind here. “I love Sindhi people… Continue reading Nawaz welcomes Asad Junejo in PML-N
Senate body for extensive coverage of problems of less developed areas
ISLAMABAD, Aug 24 (APP): Underlining the need for comprehensive coverage of problems in less developed areas, the Senate Functional Committee on Wednesday recommended Associated Press of Pakistan (APP) to set up bureaus in Gwadar and Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA). The Senate Functional Committee on Problems of Less Developed Areas, which met here with Senator… Continue reading Senate body for extensive coverage of problems of less developed areas
Nawaz played key role in development,prosperity of Pakistan: Kirmani
ISLAMABAD, Aug 24 (APP): Leader of Pakistan Muslim League-N Senator Dr.Asif Kirmani on Thursday said that former Prime Minister Muhammad Nawaz Sharif has played key role in development and prosperity of the country and would be successful again with people’s support. He said the former prime minister had taken a number of steps for development,prosperity… Continue reading Nawaz played key role in development,prosperity of Pakistan: Kirmani
Japanese ambassador calls on Ashan Iqbal
ISLAMABAD, Aug 24 (APP): Ambassador of Japan Takashi Kurai called on the Interior Minister Professor Ahsan Iqbal here Thursday. Matters related to mutual interests came under discussion. While talking to the Ambassador Interior Minister said relations between the two nations are based on mutual trust and economic ties are between the two countries are spread… Continue reading Japanese ambassador calls on Ashan Iqbal
Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Jordan visits LOC in Chakothi sector
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
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
