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No liability for Akhuwat Foundation over dishonest transaction by fraudsters : Spokesman

ISLAMABAD, Jan 2 (APP): The Akhuwat Foundation on Tuesday warned the general public to be vigilant of fraudulent activities, by some crony elements, misusing its name and said it would not be accountable for any dishonest transaction. The Foundation spokesman, in a statement, clarified that the Akhuwat Islamic Microfinance was operating as an interest-free entity,… Continue reading No liability for Akhuwat Foundation over dishonest transaction by fraudsters : Spokesman

Islamabad police chief emphasizes effective policing, transparency for public trust

ISLAMABAD, Jan 02 (APP):Islamabad Capital City Police Officer (ICCPO) Dr Akbar Nasir Khan has called upon all police officials to garner public appreciation through robust policing and increased transparency in their affairs. According to details, Dr Akbar Nasir Khan held a high-level meeting at the Central Police Office Islamabad, to assess the current situation of… Continue reading Islamabad police chief emphasizes effective policing, transparency for public trust

No one has impunity to spread violence; State to ensure law & order: PM Kakar

LAHORE, Jan 2 (APP): Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar on Tuesday reiterated that the State would not allow anyone to unleash violence and kill people in the name of political, ethnic and religious divides as it was its responsibility to ensure law and order. The prime minister, in a lengthy interaction with the students of… Continue reading No one has impunity to spread violence; State to ensure law & order: PM Kakar

IHC directs to remove objections Afridi’s plea seeking protection bail

ISLAMABAD, Jan 2 (APP): The Islamabad High Court (IHC) has directed the removal of objections from the Registrar’s office on the plea of the former federal minister Sheharyar Afridi, seeking bail protection in cases registered in Kohat. Justice Mohsin Akhtar Kiyan of the IHC heard Sheharyar Afridi’s protection plea on Tuesday. It may be mentioned… Continue reading IHC directs to remove objections Afridi’s plea seeking protection bail

FM Jilani, US envoy discuss bilateral relations

ISLAMABAD, Jan 02 (APP): Ambassador of the United States in Islamabad Donald Blome on Tuesday called on Caretaker Foreign Minister Jalil Abbas Jilani. In the meeting, they discussed some major aspects of bilateral relations including the recent visit of the Chief of Army Staff to the United States. The foreign minister underlined that in 2024,… Continue reading FM Jilani, US envoy discuss bilateral relations

Wafaqi Mohtasib takes notice of rabies vaccine’s shortage

ISLAMABAD, Jan 2 (APP): The Federal Ombudsman, Ejaz Ahmed Qureshi has taken a serious notice of the non-availability of the anti-rabies vaccine in the federal government hospitals and dispensaries located in the federal capital. He also summoned the heads of the National Institute of Health (NIH) and Drug Regulatory Authority of Pakistan (DRAP) on January… Continue reading Wafaqi Mohtasib takes notice of rabies vaccine’s shortage

AIOU gears up for convocation on Jan 31

ISLAMABAD, Jan 02 (APP): The convocation of Allama Iqbal Open University (AIOU) is scheduled to take place on January 31, 2024, at Jinnah Convention Center in Islamabad. The preparation review meeting was chaired by the Vice Chancellor of AIOU, Prof. Dr. Nasir Mahmood, and during the meeting, it was decided to include the students of… Continue reading AIOU gears up for convocation on Jan 31

Environmental laws, labour rights’ oversight imperative for just transition in construction sector

ISLAMABAD, Jan 02 (APP): Robust monitoring of environmental regulations as well as protection of labor rights is crucial for a just and sustainable transition in the construction industry. This was the crux of a panel discussion titled: “Socially and Environmentally Compliant Construction Industry in Pakistan”, at the Sustainable Development Policy Institute (SDPI) in collaboration with… Continue reading Environmental laws, labour rights’ oversight imperative for just transition in construction sector

Engr. Aamir Hasan for early completion of model prison project at H-16

Engr. Aamir Hasan, Member, PMIC is chairing the meeting at PMIC, PM Office, Islamabad on PSDP project titled “Construction of Model Prison at H-16, Islamabad” on 02-01-2024 and getting briefing from the officers of Ministry of Interior, Ministry of Planning, Development & Special Initiatives, Ministry of Housing & Works, Pak PWD, NHA, ICT, CDA, RDA and Punjab Prison Department

Engr. Aamir Hasan for early completion of model prison project at H-16

Pakistan’s 3rd batch of humanitarian assistance to Gaza arrives at El-Arish International Airport

CAIRO, Jan 2 (APP): A special military aircraft from Pakistan carrying 20 tons of much needed humanitarian assistance and medical aid for the brotherly people of Gaza arrived here at El-Arish International Airport, Egypt on Tuesday. Officials from Embassy of Pakistan in Egypt handed over the aid to the Egyptian Red Crescent Society for its… Continue reading Pakistan’s 3rd batch of humanitarian assistance to Gaza arrives at El-Arish International Airport

Meeting calls for early completion of model prison project at H-16

ISLAMABAD, Jan 2 (APP):Member Prime Minister Implementation Commission (PMIC) Engr. Aamir Hasan on Tuesday showing dissatisfaction over the implementation status of the Public Sector Development Programme (PSDP) project “Construction of Model Prison at H-16, Islamabad” directed to complete the project in true letter and spirit. He directed for speedy and effective completion of the project… Continue reading Meeting calls for early completion of model prison project at H-16

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