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Gillani calls for concerted efforts to tackle environmental issues, population growth

ISLAMABAD, Apr 23 (APP):The Chairman Senate Syed Yousuf Raza Gillani Tuesday called for concerted efforts to tackle economic challenges, environmental issues, social welfare, and population growth. While addressing the 7th edition of Leaders in Islamabad Business Summit he expressed gratitude to the organizers for the invitation. He emphasized the importance of forums like the summit… Continue reading Gillani calls for concerted efforts to tackle environmental issues, population growth

IRSA releases 129,800 cusecs water

ISLAMABAD, Apr 23 (APP):Indus River System Authority (IRSA) on Tuesday released 129,800 cusecs water from various rim stations with inflow of 197,900 cusecs. According to the data released by IRSA, water level in River Indus at Tarbela Dam was 1443.47 feet and was 45.47 feet higher than its dead level of 1,398 feet. Water inflow… Continue reading IRSA releases 129,800 cusecs water

FIA continues crackdown against electricity theft

ISLAMABAD, Apr 23 (APP):Federal Investigation Agency (FIA), in the light of the orders of the Federal Minister for Interior Mohsin Naqvi continued crackdown against elements involved in electricity theft and over-billing on Tuesday. According to the spokesperson, the FIA Peshawar zone conducted raids and registered 13 inquiries against the elements involved in electricity theft. The… Continue reading FIA continues crackdown against electricity theft

ANF recovers 133 kg drugs in six operations

RAWALPINDI, Apr 23 (APP):Anti-Narcotics Force (ANF) while conducting six operations across the country managed to recover 133 kg drugs and arrested six accused, said an ANF Headquarters spokesman here on Tuesday. He informed that 2.4 kg Ice was recovered from two passengers going to Saudi Arabia at Islamabad Airport. 700 grams Ice was recovered from… Continue reading ANF recovers 133 kg drugs in six operations

Iranian President Raisi pays respects at Iqbal’s mausoleum

LAHORE, Apr 23 (APP): Iranian President Dr Seyyed Ebrahim Raisi paid a visit to the mausoleum of Poet of the East Allama Dr Muhammad Iqbal during his visit to the historic city of Lahore on Tuesday. President Raisi laid a floral wreath at the grave of the great poet and philosopher, and offered Fateha. A smartly… Continue reading Iranian President Raisi pays respects at Iqbal’s mausoleum

Free meal program starts in govt ICT schools

ISLAMABAD, Apr 23 (APP):Ministry of Federal Education and Professional Training has started implementation of free food program in federal government educational institutions of Islamabad Capital Territory. According to details, in the first phase, around 40 primary schools will be provided mid-day meal this week. However, in the first phase out of these 40 schools, free… Continue reading Free meal program starts in govt ICT schools

Delay in tax cases: PM directs to suspend Chief Commissioner Inland Revenue, officials

ISLAMABAD, April 23 (APP): Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday took notice of the “willful” delay in tax cases and ordered for suspension of Commissioner Inland Revenue Islamabad and other relevant officials. While issuing a directive for the suspension of all the relevant officials, the prime minister also asked for initiating an inquiry against… Continue reading Delay in tax cases: PM directs to suspend Chief Commissioner Inland Revenue, officials

Iranian President Raisi arrives in Lahore

LAHORE, Apr 23 (APP): President of Iran Dr Seyyed Ebrahim Raisi on Tuesday reached Lahore on the second leg of his three-day official visit to Pakistan. President Raisi was received warmly by Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz Sharif who presented a bouquet to the dignitary upon arrival at the Lahore Airport. Senior Provincial Minister Murriyum… Continue reading Iranian President Raisi arrives in Lahore

Religious affairs ministry enhances Hajj facilities with innovative measures: Spokesperson

By Rehan Khan ISLAMABAD, April 22 (APP):The Ministry of Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony has introduced a series of innovative measures ensuring the utmost comfort and convenience for pilgrims undertaking the sacred journey of Hajj this year. According to the Ministry’s Spokesperson, Muhammad Umar Butt, these initiatives are designed to streamline the pilgrimage experience and… Continue reading Religious affairs ministry enhances Hajj facilities with innovative measures: Spokesperson

IHC adjourns PTI founder’s appeal in cipher case till tomorrow

ISLAMABAD, April 22 (APP): The Islamabad High Court (IHC) on Monday adjourned hearing till tomorrow (Tuesday) on appeals against the conviction of Pakistan Tehreek e Insaf (PTI), founder and former foreign minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi in cipher case. A division bench comprising Chief Justice Aamer Farooq and Justice Miangul Hassan Aurangzeb heard the appeals of… Continue reading IHC adjourns PTI founder’s appeal in cipher case till tomorrow

Wildlife dept marks World Earth Day with A.Q. college students

ISLAMABAD, Apr 22 (APP): Punjab Wildlife Department Rawalpindi celebrated World Earth Day with Dr A.Q. Khan School and College students at Loi Bher Wildlife Park on Monday. The Wildlife office commemorated the World Earth Day like the rest of the world under the theme Planet Vs Plastics. Assistant Director Wildlife, Loi Bher Wildlife park, Rizwana… Continue reading Wildlife dept marks World Earth Day with A.Q. college students

All arrangements finalized to welcome Iranian President visiting Karachi on Tuesday

KARACHI, April 22 (APP): Karachi gears up for a significant diplomatic event as the President of the Islamic Republic of Iran, Dr. Seyyed Ebrahim Raisi, accompanied by his spouse, Dr. Jamileh Alamolhoda, is set to arrive on Tuesday, for a two-day long visit. In anticipation of this high-profile visit, security measures have been intensified throughout… Continue reading All arrangements finalized to welcome Iranian President visiting Karachi on Tuesday

Pakistani envoy attends reception in Belgium

BELGIUM, Apr 22 (APP): Pakistan’s ambassador to Belgium Amna Baloch attended a reception hosted by ambassador of Oman to Belgium Rua Al Zadjali on Monday. The reception was hosted at launching of Spring Edition of Diplomatic World magazine in the presence of Under Secretary for Foreign Affairs Oman Sheikh Khalifa Alharthy.  

Court awards life imprisonment in wife’s murder case

ISLAMABAD, Apr 22 (APP): A District and Sessions Court here on Monday awarded life imprisonment to an accused in a murder case. According to Police spokesman, Muhammad Kashif had killed his wife by sprinkling oil on her over a family dispute in the jurisdiction of Wah Cantt Police Station in 2021. The Judge pronounced the… Continue reading Court awards life imprisonment in wife’s murder case

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