ISLAMABAD, Mar 01 (APP):The National Institute of Folk and Traditional Heritage (Lok Virsa) is organizing an “Exhibition of Women Artisans-at-Work” here on March 8 to mark International Women Day. The objective of the exhibition is to promote Pakistan’s indigenous craft heritage and highlight contribution of women artisans. Women master artisans in the field of Basketry… Continue reading Exhibition of women Artisans-at-Work to mark Intl Women Day
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Exhibition of women Artisans-at-Work to mark Intl Women Day
ISLAMABAD, Mar 01 (APP):The National Institute of Folk and Traditional Heritage (Lok Virsa) is organizing an “Exhibition of Women Artisans-at-Work” here on March 8 to mark International Women Day. The objective of the exhibition is to promote Pakistan’s indigenous craft heritage and highlight contribution of women artisans. Women master artisans in the field of Basketry… Continue reading Exhibition of women Artisans-at-Work to mark Intl Women Day
Alarming rise in global measles outbreaks ‘disastrous’ for children, UN warns
UNITED NATIONS, Mar 02 (APP):The United Nations children’s agency has warned that global cases of measles are surging to alarmingly high levels, led by 10 countries that account for three-quarters of the rise. Amid warnings of “disastrous consequences” for children if the disease continues to spread unchecked, a worldwide survey by UNICEF said 98 countries… Continue reading Alarming rise in global measles outbreaks ‘disastrous’ for children, UN warns
Uplift of South Punjab among govt’s priorities: PM
ISLAMABAD, Feb 23 (APP):Prime Minister Imran Khan Saturday said that it was among government’s priorities to uplift South Punjab region by addressing its deprivations. In a meeting with a renowned politician from South Punjab’s PP 218 constituency Malik Zafar Raan at Bani Gala, who also announced to join the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), the prime minister… Continue reading Uplift of South Punjab among govt’s priorities: PM
GB governor supports prime minister’s stance on Kashmir issue
ASTORE, Feb 21 (APP):Governor Raja Jalal Hussain Maqpoon Thursday supported Prime Minister Imran Khan’s stance regarding Kashmir issue, saying it could be resolved through peaceful dialogue.
French professionals of Pakistani origin vow to support Pakistan
ISLAMABAD, Feb 15 (APP):The French professionals of Pakistani origin working in the fields of banking, finance, information technology, energy, law and construction in France pledged their full support to the Government of Pakistan’s initiatives for socio-economic development of country. A large number of these Pakistani professionals were invited to the Embassy of Pakistan in Paris… Continue reading French professionals of Pakistani origin vow to support Pakistan
Creation of pro- people economic environment government responsibility: Fawad
ISLAMABAD, Feb 05 (APP):Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Chaudhry Fawad Hussain Tuesday said the government’s responsibility was to create pro-people economic environment and jobs would be created with expansion and development of economy.
Chinese show interest to Buzdar to invest in agri,housing sector
LAHORE, Feb 02 (APP):A 12-member delegation of China Engineering Corporation and Henan D.R. Construction Group in a meeting with Punjab Chief Minister Sardar Usman Buzdar here Saturday showed interest to invest in agriculture and housing sectors.
NA deputy speaker visits Iqbal Manzil in Sialkot
COAS visits formations of Bahawalpur Corps
conventional threat, said a press release issued by Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR).
Afghan special envoy assured of Pakistan’s all-out help to end bloodshed in Afghanistan
PM urges MNAs to keep in contact with constituents; resolve their issues
ISLAMABAD, Jan 7 (APP):Prime Minister Imran Khan Monday urged the parliamentarians to keep in constant contact with their constituents to identify their problems and strive for their immediate resolution. In a meeting with the Members of the National Assembly hailing from Sahiwal and Lahore divisions at PM Office, the prime minister said the government would… Continue reading PM urges MNAs to keep in contact with constituents; resolve their issues
Indian unprovoked firing: One civilian embraces martyrdom in Bagsar Sector
“Its constitutional obligation to create jobs for youth”:Chohan
ISLAMABAD, Jan 3 (APP):Fayaz ul Hassan Chohan here Thursday said it was our constitutional obligation to create job opportunities for unemployed youth. He added that “our youth has much potential if they make mind to achieve something .it can achieve what may look to be difficult or even impossible, so we will use the best… Continue reading “Its constitutional obligation to create jobs for youth”:Chohan
Youth our biggest asset; vital to impart IT skills: Khalid Maqbool Siddiqui
Asma Jahangir & world’s other human rights champions receive top UN prize
UNITED NATIONS, Dec. 19 (APP):The top United Nations human rights prize, which was posthumously awarded to Pakistan’s iconic human rights activist and lawyer Asma Jahangir was on Tuesday received by her daughter, Munizae, at an impressive ceremony in the General Assembly hall. The award, a plaque, was handed over to Munizae Jahangir, a journalist and… Continue reading Asma Jahangir & world’s other human rights champions receive top UN prize
Enemies to never succeed as Pakistanis are resilient nation: ISPR DG
ISLAMABAD, Dec 16 (APP):Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR) Director General Major General Asif Ghafoor Sunday said the country’s enemies would never succeed as Pakistanis were a resilient nation.The ISPR DG, in a tweet, said, “Nations evolve through struggles, determined ones succeed. We are succeeding, united and steadfast. We shall attain our objectives of enduring… Continue reading Enemies to never succeed as Pakistanis are resilient nation: ISPR DG
Afridi stresses promoting love, brotherhood, tolerance in society
ISLAMABAD, Dec 11 (APP):State Minister for Interior Shahryar Afridi Tuesday stressed the need to promote love, brotherhood, tolerance and fraternity as envisioned by the holy Prophet (PBUH). Addressing annual prize distribution ceremony of a private school, he said we should pledge to respect the all irrespective of their status or position. He vowed transforming the… Continue reading Afridi stresses promoting love, brotherhood, tolerance in society
Senate body seeks details of Central Selection Board’s promotions within fortnight
ISLAMABAD, Dec 11 (APP):Senate Standing Committee on Cabinet Secretariat and Establishment Division Tuesday directed the concerned to furnish the details of promotions conducted by Central Selection Board recently within a fortnight.
PM arrives in Kuala Lumpur on two-day official visit
ISLAMABAD, Nov 20 (APP):Prime Minister Imran Khan along with his delegation Tuesday arrived in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on a two-day official visit . He was received by Malaysian Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Senator Marzuki bin Yahya and Deputy Minister in the PM Office Dr Mohammad Farid bin Rafik, a PM Media Office press… Continue reading PM arrives in Kuala Lumpur on two-day official visit