ISLAMABAD, Jul 18 (APP): Pakistan and United Kingdom have resolved to work together for enhancing and diversifying cooperation in the fields of defence and security. The two sides expressed this commitment during the 15th round of United Kingdom-Pakistan Defence Cooperation Forum held in London, UK on Monday, says a press release. Stephen Lovegrove, Permanent Under Secretary of State… Continue reading Pakistan, UK resolve to enhance defence, security cooperation
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Civil society holds rally in solidarity with Kashmiris
MUZAFFARABAD, Jul 18 (APP): The civil society held a rally here in front of Press Club to show solidarity with Kashmiri brothers against Indian atrocities in the Indian Held Kashmir. The current wave of atrocities started in the beginning of the current month after the Shahadat of Kashmiri freedom fighter Burhan Wani by the hands of Indian… Continue reading Civil society holds rally in solidarity with Kashmiris
Two private members bills introduced in Senate
ISLAMABAD, July 18 (APP): As many as two private members bills including the Protection against Harassment of Women at Workplace (Amendment) Bill, 2016 and the Prohibition of Smoking and Protection of Non-Smokers Health (Amendment) Bill, 2016 were introduced in the Senate on Monday. Senator Mohammad Azam Khan Swati moved the bill to amend the Protection against Harassment… Continue reading Two private members bills introduced in Senate
Senate urges Intl community to take notice of atrocities in IHK
ISLAMABAD, July 18 (APP): The Senate of Pakistan on Monday strongly condemned the recent wave of brutal and extra judicial killings of Kashmiri Muslims in occupied Kashmir and called upon the international Human Rights Organizations, the United Nations, the OIC and the International Community to take notice of these atrocities besides taking appropriate steps for stoppage… Continue reading Senate urges Intl community to take notice of atrocities in IHK
No room for terrorists, their facilitators in Balochistan: CM
QUETTA, July 18 (APP): Chief Minister Balochistan, Nawab Sanaullah Khan Zehri while expressing his satisfaction over a successful operation of security forces in Kalat area and said there was no room for terrorists in the province. In a statement issued, here on Monday, he said “We will not sit until all terrorists are brought to… Continue reading No room for terrorists, their facilitators in Balochistan: CM
Three killed, 18 injured in bus trailer collision near Uch Sharif
ISLAMABAD, Jul 18 (APP): At least three people were killed and 18 others injured when a passenger bus rammed into a trailer on Highway near Uch Sharif on Monday morning. According to a private news chennel, the ill fated bus was going to Karachi from Mansehra when it collided with the trailer. The rescue teams… Continue reading Three killed, 18 injured in bus trailer collision near Uch Sharif
Netherlands envoy appreciates PBM’s initiatives
ISLAMABAD, Jul 18 (APP): Ambassador of Netherlands Jeannette Seppen has appreciated pro-poor initiatives of Pakistan Bait-ul-Mal (PBM) during her meeting with Managing Director of PBM Barrister Abid Waheed Sheikh at PBM Head Office on Monday. The Ambassador was greatly impressed by the value efforts for accommodating the deprived persons in the field of healthcare, education, self-reliance and rehabilitation. Barrister Abid… Continue reading Netherlands envoy appreciates PBM’s initiatives
David Hale, Zachary Harkenrider meet Shehbaz Sharif
LAHORE, July 18 (APP): American Ambassador to Pakistan David Hale and Consul General in Lahore Zachary Harkenrider met Punjab Chief Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, here on Monday. Matters of mutual interest, promotion of bilateral ties and cooperation in various sectors including energy were discussed on the occasion. The Chief Minister said that relations between America and… Continue reading David Hale, Zachary Harkenrider meet Shehbaz Sharif
Tariq distributes cheques among storm affectees
ISLAMABAD, Jul 18 (APP): Minister of State for Capital Administration & Development Division Dr Tariq Fazal Chaudhary on Monday distributed compensation cheques among the families of those killed in Islamabad storm. Speaking during the distribution of cheques, he said that the cheques of 5 million have been given by the Prime Minister Muhammad Nawaz Sharif. The price… Continue reading Tariq distributes cheques among storm affectees
Pak to host CAREC meeting on July 19
ISLAMABAD, Jul 18 (APP): Pakistan will host the Senior Officials Meeting (SOM) of Central Asia Regional Economic Cooperation (CAREC) and related events. According to a statement issued by the Ministry of Finance here Monday the event is scheduled from July 19-20, 2016 in Islamabad. The meeting aims at to promote development through cooperation, leading to… Continue reading Pak to host CAREC meeting on July 19
Senate for nabbing killers of Amjad Sabri
ISLAMABAD, July 18 (APP): The Senate on Monday strongly condemned the murder of Amjad Sabri and urged the Sindh, Federal governments and law enforcement agencies to take immediate action to apprehend all the culprits involved in this heinous murder. Saeed Ghani of Pakistan People’s Party moved the resolution in the House which was adopted unanimously. The Senate… Continue reading Senate for nabbing killers of Amjad Sabri
Australia, Pakistan enjoy best relations in agri sector: Margaret
MULTAN, July 18 (APP): Australian High Commissioner to Pakistan Margaret Adamson said that Australia and Pakistan enjoyed cordially relationships in various fields especially in agriculture sector. She was happy to know that mango was second major fruit of Pakistan. She said that besides cricket, mangoes were also recognition of Pakistan. Margaret Adamson congratulated Pakistani people on… Continue reading Australia, Pakistan enjoy best relations in agri sector: Margaret
Power projects delayed due to sit-ins: Shehbaz Sharif
LAHORE, July 18 (APP): Punjab Chief Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif Monday said that a lot of work had been done under the leadership of Prime Minister Muhammad Nawaz Sharif to cope with energy crisis. He said that power projects were delayed due to sit-ins staged by the elements against development of the country and prosperity of masses.… Continue reading Power projects delayed due to sit-ins: Shehbaz Sharif
Maj Gen Asif promoted to next rank
RAWALPINDI July 18 (APP): Major General Asif Mumtaz Sukhara of Army Medical Corps (AMC) has been promoted to the rank of Lieutenant General and appointed Surgeon General of Pakistan Army, ISPR here on Monday stated. Presently he is deputy surgeon general at General Headquarters. He will replace Lt Gen Imran Majeed who has been appointed Vice Chancellor National University… Continue reading Maj Gen Asif promoted to next rank
Nawaz to go to public in 2018 on basis of his performance: Pervaiz
ISLAMABAD, July 17 (APP): Minister for Information, Broadcasting and National Heritage Senator Pervaiz Rashid Sunday said Prime Minister Muhammad Nawaz Sharif would go to the public in 2018 on the basis of his performance whereas Imran Khan would have nothing but a baggage of conspiracies and nefarious designs. The minister, in a statement, said the Pakistan Muslim League-N… Continue reading Nawaz to go to public in 2018 on basis of his performance: Pervaiz
July 21 – day of victory for ‘lion’ in AJK: Pervaiz
RAWALAKOT (AJK), July 17 (APP): Minister for Information, Broadcasting and National Heritage Senator Pervaiz Rashid Sunday said July 21 would be the day of victory for ‘lion’ in Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) elections which would bring progress and prosperity to the people. He was speaking at an event organized to welcome Sayab Khalid, former speaker of AJK legislative… Continue reading July 21 – day of victory for ‘lion’ in AJK: Pervaiz
‘Lion’ roaring from Bhimber to Tao Butt in AJK: Kirmani
RAWALAKOT, Jul 17 (APP): Advisor to Prime Minister on Political Affairs Dr Asif Kirmani Sunday said ‘lion’ was roaring from Bhimber to Tao Butt during the election campaign in Azad Kashmir. Addressing a meeting of party workers here, he said, “With the grace of Allah, today all roads of Azad Kashmir leads to PML-N. It is simple… Continue reading ‘Lion’ roaring from Bhimber to Tao Butt in AJK: Kirmani
PML-N will win AJK elections with majority: Dr Tariq
ISLAMABAD, July 17 (APP): Minister of State for Capital Administration and Development Division (CADD) Dr Tariq Fazal Chaudhry Sunday expressed the hope that Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) would win Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) general elections with thumping majority. He said Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) and Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) were creating hurdles but the elections would be held… Continue reading PML-N will win AJK elections with majority: Dr Tariq
PML-N govt has completed record development projects: Kh Asif
SIALKOT, July 17 (APP): Federal Minister for Water & Power and Defence Khwaja Muhammad Asif has said that the PML-N government has completed record social welfare and human development projects across Pakistan under the dynamic leadership of Prime Minister Muhammad Nawaz Sharif. He was talking to the media after inaugurating a restaurant at Sialkot Cantt, here on… Continue reading PML-N govt has completed record development projects: Kh Asif
Govt highlighting Indian atrocities in occupied Kashmir at all fora: Barjees
ISLAMABAD, Jul 17 (APP): Minister for Kashmir Affairs and Gilgit-Baltistan Barjees Tahir Sunday said the government was highlighting Indian atrocities in occupied Kashmir at all local and international fora. Prime Minister Muhammad Nawaz Sharif had always taken up the matter at all international fora and also pleaded the case of Kashmiri at United Nations General Assembly, he said talking… Continue reading Govt highlighting Indian atrocities in occupied Kashmir at all fora: Barjees
- NHA restores most roads across the country after heavy rains
- Pakistan committed to ensure safety of foreign nationals: FO
- Oil tanker catches fire in Islamabad’s Blue Area
- Leghari seeks KP Govt’s cooperation in anti-power theft campaign
- Police official inspect a dead body of a suspected attacker at the site of suicide attack on a convoy of foreign nationals in the Landhi area.
