ISLAMABAD, Aug 12 (APP): The skies of the Federal Capital were filled with the rainbow colours, emanating from the roaring jets as they rehearsed the breathtaking manoeuvres on a bright sunny day Saturday. Although it was a full dress rehearsal, yet the venue was filled with people to witness this jaw dropping aerial display. The… Continue reading PAF arranges scintillating air show to celebrate Independence Day
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At least 15 die, 25 injured in Quetta attack
QUETTA, Aug 12 (APP): At least 15 persons, including eight security personnel, lost their lives in a suicide attack near Manaf Hospital in Pishin Stop area of the provincial capital on Saturday. According to the Civil Defence Bomb Disposal Squad Team, the suicide bomber was riding a motorcycle with 20 to 25 kg explosive /… Continue reading At least 15 die, 25 injured in Quetta attack
Marriyum inaugurates Azadi Train, pays tribute to Railway Minister for resurrecting railway
ISLAMABAD, Aug 12 (APP): Minister of State for Information, Broadcasting and National Heritage Marriyum Aurangzeb while inaugurating Azadi Train in connection with the independence celebrations here Saturday, paid rich tribute to Minister for Railway Khawaja Saad Rafiq for resurrecting Railways through his untiring efforts which she said could be gauged from the fact that… Continue reading Marriyum inaugurates Azadi Train, pays tribute to Railway Minister for resurrecting railway
Preparations to celebrate 70th Independence Day in full swing
NAWABSHAH, Aug. 12 (APP): The preparations to celebrate 70th Independence Day in District Shaheed Benazirabad have reached its peak and markets and streets of Nawabshah and other towns of the district are decorated with National Flags and fluttering buntings. The main function of the Day would be at the lawn of Deputy Commissioner Secretariat with… Continue reading Preparations to celebrate 70th Independence Day in full swing
Federal govt to fund Rs 30 bln projects in Karachi, Hyderabad: PM
KARACHI, Aug 12 (APP): Prime Minister Shahid Khaqan Abbasi Saturday said the federal government would spend Rs 30 billion for the infrastructural uplift of Karachi and Hyderabad. Talking to the newsmen here after concluding his day-long visit, the prime minister said as committed by former Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif, the federal government would spend Rs 25… Continue reading Federal govt to fund Rs 30 bln projects in Karachi, Hyderabad: PM
PM spells out govt’s economic objectives
KARACHI, Aug 12 (APP): Prime Minister Shahid Khaqan Abbasi Saturday said the objectives of the government were economic growth, creation of jobs and increase in tax collection. In fact, the objectives of the government and those of the business community were the same. If the business community did not grow, the government would not be able to achieve… Continue reading PM spells out govt’s economic objectives
Prime Minister leaves for Islamabad after day-long visit to Karachi
KARACHI, Aug 12 (APP): Prime Minister Shahid Khaqan Abbasi on Saturday evening left for Islamabad after a day-long visit to Karachi. He was seen off at the Karachi Airport by Governor Sindh, Muhammad Zubair. Soon after his arrival in the metropolis, the Prime Minister drove straight from the airport to the mausoleum of Founder of Pakistan Quaid-i-Azam… Continue reading Prime Minister leaves for Islamabad after day-long visit to Karachi
PM visits leprosy centre; pays tribute to late Dr Ruth Pfau
KARACHI, Aug 12 (APP): Prime Minister Shahid Khaqan Abbasi Saturday visited Marie Adelaide Leprosy Centre here where he spoke high for the services of late Dr Ruth Pfau for dedicating her life to fight leprosy in Pakistan. Dr Ruth Pfau, who founded Marie Adelaide Leprosy Centre, breathed her last on Friday and the prime minister… Continue reading PM visits leprosy centre; pays tribute to late Dr Ruth Pfau
PM for activating intelligence resources to arrest surge in Karachi street crimes
KARACHI, Aug 12 (APP): Prime Minister Shahid Khaqan Abbasi Saturday said the federal government was concerned over the recent surge in street crimes in Karachi, which could compromise the gains made through sustained efforts during last four years. Chairing a meeting on law and order situation here at the Governor House, the prime minister stressed… Continue reading PM for activating intelligence resources to arrest surge in Karachi street crimes
Army museum to remain open for general public on Aug 14
RAWALPINDI Aug 12 (APP): The Army museum near General Headquarters (GHQ) here will be opened for general public from 9 am to 4 pm on August 14. According to an ISPR statement issued here on Saturday, people will be welcomed to visit and see the history preserved by the Pakistan Army.
PML-N delegation calls on prime minister
KARACHI, Aug 12 (APP): A delegation of the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) Saturday called on Prime Minister Shahid Khaqan Abbasi here at the Governor House. The delegation was led by President PML-N Sindh chapter Babu Sarfaraz Jatoi.
Enthusiasm of people to bring about revolution: Nawaz
MURIDKE, Aug 12 (APP): Former prime minister Muhammad Nawaz Sharif Saturday said that the passion of people would bring about a revolution in the country and the sanctity of vote would be restored. Addressing a large gathering of the PML-N workers here, he said that such a large gathering was a sign of defeat of… Continue reading Enthusiasm of people to bring about revolution: Nawaz
CPEC to open new vistas for other countries: Mushahid Hussain
LAHORE, Aug 12 (APP): Chairman Pak-China Institute Senator, Mushahid Hussain Sayed Saturday said that China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) would open new vistas for other foreign countries. Talking to APP, he said that other countries in the region would also be benefited from the project, as it would generate economic activity and create numerous employment opportunities.… Continue reading CPEC to open new vistas for other countries: Mushahid Hussain
Government ensures conducive environ for youth to excel: PM
ISLAMABAD, Aug 12 (APP): Prime Minister Shahid Khaqan Abbasi Saturday said the government believed in ensuring a conducive environment for the youth with opportunities to exploit their true potentials and excel in all fields of life. “Youth are the agents of our future and only by channeling their energy, creativity and talent towards addressing the… Continue reading Government ensures conducive environ for youth to excel: PM
Nawaz’s rally not protest against anyone: Saira Afzal
ISLAMABAD, Aug 12 (APP): Minister for Health Saira Afzal Tarrar on Saturday said former prime minister Muhammad Nawaz Sharif was the leader of of a big political party of the country and his rally was not a protest against anyone. Talking to a private news channel, she said Nawaz Sharif was a popular leader and… Continue reading Nawaz’s rally not protest against anyone: Saira Afzal
Preparations completed to welcome Nawaz Sharif
LAHORE, Aug 12 (APP): Preparations have been completed to accord a warm welcome to former Prime Minister Muhammad Nawaz Sharif, on his arrival in Lahore. A large number of banners to show solidarity with Nawaz Sharif have been displayed across the city ahead of his arrival. Welcome camps have been set up from Shahdara to… Continue reading Preparations completed to welcome Nawaz Sharif
MCI to celebrate Independence Day in graceful, dignified manner
ISLAMABAD, Aug 12 (APP): Metropolitan Corporation Islamabad (MCI) will celebrate Independence Day in a graceful and dignified manner and would try to engage residents of the Federal Capital the festivities. The MCI has arranged a number of activities for this purpose, Mayor of Islamabad and Chairman Capital Development Authority (CDA), Sheikh Anser Aziz expressed these views while chairing a… Continue reading MCI to celebrate Independence Day in graceful, dignified manner
Revenue collection increases 70% in 4 years: Dar
ISLAMABAD, Aug 12 (APP): The revenue collection by Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) increased by around 70 percent during the four years of Pakistan Muslim League (N) government, Finance Minister, Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar said on Saturday. The revenue collection increased from Rs 1946 billion in 2013 to Rs 3362 billion in 2017, he said… Continue reading Revenue collection increases 70% in 4 years: Dar
Nawaz Sharif’s rally all set to resume journey from Gujranwala to Lahore today
ISLAMABAD, Aug 12 (APP): The caravan of former Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif will resume its journey towards Lahore from Gujranwala on Saturday. Earlier, the rally received tumultuous response on its arrival at Gujranwala, radio Pakistan reported. Addressing a big public gathering in Gujranwala, Nawaz Sharif said it is an irony that no elected Prime Minister was… Continue reading Nawaz Sharif’s rally all set to resume journey from Gujranwala to Lahore today
AIOU to hold Int’ Urdu conference next week
ISLAMABAD, Aug 12 (APP): Allama Iqbal Open University (AIOU) will hold next week first-ever international conference on development of Urdu language, with special reference to its importance in promoting national integrity. It is also aimed at initiating intellectual dialogue among the academicians and researchers on importance of language and literature in promoting harmony and unity, a press release said.… Continue reading AIOU to hold Int’ Urdu conference next week