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ICT Labour Dept seals eight petrol pump nozzles on account of short measure

ISLAMABAD, Jan 1 (APP):The Labour Department of Islamabad Capital Territory (ICT) Administration has continued regular inspections of petrol pumps across the Federal Capital. According to an ICT Administration spokesperson, the teams of Labour Department sealed eight nozzles of different petrol pumps on account of short measure during last week. “The violations will be dealt with… Continue reading ICT Labour Dept seals eight petrol pump nozzles on account of short measure

Pakistan signs agreements with int’l companies to boost employment opportunities

ISLAMABAD, Dec 30 (APP):Pakistan signed over a dozen agreements with Saudi and international companies that were executed during the recent expo in Saudi Arabia to boost employment opportunities abroad for the Pakistani workforce. Pakistan, through its Ministry of Overseas Pakistanis and Human Resource Development (OP&HRD), participated for the first time in the International Human Resources… Continue reading Pakistan signs agreements with int’l companies to boost employment opportunities

‘We aim to make education accessible and affordable’ says VC AIOU

ISLAMABAD, Jan 01 (APP):Vice Chancellor, Allama Iqbal Open University (AIOU), Prof. Dr. Nasir Mahmood, congratulated the students on the beginning of the new year and said that our 2024 resolution is to make education accessible and affordable for everyone. He emphasized the importance of hard work and education as the key to success. Dr. Nasir… Continue reading ‘We aim to make education accessible and affordable’ says VC AIOU

Famous poet Syed Zamir Jafri remembered on birth anniversary

ISLAMABAD, Jan 1 (APP):Famous poet Syed Zamir Jafri was remembered on his birth anniversary here on Monday. Born at Chak Abdul Khaliq, Jhelum, on January 1, 1918, Zamir Jafri became famous for his humorous Urdu poetry. He also wrote humorous columns in the newspapers and periodicals. He wrote dozens of books in Urdu, including ‘Aag… Continue reading Famous poet Syed Zamir Jafri remembered on birth anniversary

Caretaker PM for legal proceedings against hoarders of urea fertilizer

ISLAMABAD, Jan 01 (APP): Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar on Monday said that enough urea fertilizer was available in the country to meet requirements and directed for initiation of legal proceedings against those involved in its hoarding and illegal profiteering. He said that those exploiting farmers by urea fertilizer hoarding would not be spared. The… Continue reading Caretaker PM for legal proceedings against hoarders of urea fertilizer

Pakistan, India exchange lists of prisoners

ISLAMABAD, Jan 01 (APP): Pakistan on Monday handed over a list of 231 Indian prisoners including 184 fishermen and 47 civilians lodged in its jails to the Indian High Commission here. Similarly, the Indian government also shared the list of 418 Pakistani prisoners in its custody with a representatives of the Pakistani High Commission in… Continue reading Pakistan, India exchange lists of prisoners

Pakistan, India exchange lists of nuclear installations

ISLAMABAD, Jan 01 (APP): Pakistan and India on Monday exchanged the lists of their nuclear installations and facilities as part of an annual practice of the new year. The list of Pakistan’s nuclear installations was officially handed over to a representative of the Indian High Commission in Islamabad at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the… Continue reading Pakistan, India exchange lists of nuclear installations

ECP plans to establish over 92,500 polling stations for General Elections

ISLAMABAD, Jan 1 (APP):The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has planned to establish over 92,500 polling stations nationwide, with the official polling scheme to be revealed 15 days before the scheduled February 8 general elections. For the upcoming general elections, it has been determined that Punjab will have 51,821 polling stations across 438 national and… Continue reading ECP plans to establish over 92,500 polling stations for General Elections

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ANF recovers over 2 tons drugs in 10 operations

RAWALPINDI, Jan 01 (APP):The Anti-Narcotics Force (ANF), while conducting 10 operations across the country, managed to recover over 2 tons of drugs and arrest three accused, including a woman, said an ANF Headquarters spokesman here on Monday. He said that 1.5 kg of ice was recovered from a Bahrain-bound passenger on Flight No. GF-0791 at… Continue reading ANF recovers over 2 tons drugs in 10 operations

Admissions start at Dar-ul-Madina International University for diverse undergraduate programs

ISLAMABAD, Jan 1 (APP):Dar-ul-Madina International University, has officially announced the commencement of admissions for Bachelor’s programs in Arabic, Education, Islamic Studies, and Islamic Banking and Finance. The university, located on Sector G-11, Shabbir Sharif Road, Islamabad,  chartered by the government of Pakistan and recognized by the Higher Education Commission, has gained prominence for its commitment… Continue reading Admissions start at Dar-ul-Madina International University for diverse undergraduate programs

PM Kakar vows to make Pakistan prosperous in year 2024

ISLAMABAD, Jan 1 (APP): Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar on Monday expressed his government’s resolve to make Pakistan a hub of development and prosperity in the new year. In a message to the nation, the prime minister said the year 2024 was significant for the country in its determination to achieve the goals of peace… Continue reading PM Kakar vows to make Pakistan prosperous in year 2024

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Pakistan saw over 115% increase in tourism in 2023: Minister

ISLAMABAD, Jan 1 (APP):Caretaker Minister of State for Tourism Wasi Shah Monday said that in the year 2023 Pakistan saw a 115% increase in  foreign tourism which has helped the country earn $1.3 billion in foreign exchange revenue. In an exclusive talk with a private news channel, minister mentioned that according to the ‘World Tourism… Continue reading Pakistan saw over 115% increase in tourism in 2023: Minister

Partly cloudy weather likely to persist in city

BAHAWALPUR, Jan 01 (APP):The local Met Office Monday predicted a dry to partly cloudy weather for the city for next 24 hours. The maximum and minimum temperatures recorded were 18 degrees centigrade and 07 degrees centigrade during the last 24 hours. Dry to partly cloudy weather has also been forecast for rest of the region.

ITP issues over around 1 million fines, 48,347 new driving licenses

ISLAMABAD, Dec 31 (APP): Islamabad Traffic Police (ITP) has taken 8,87,849 actions against traffic rules violations of various kinds during the year 2023, an ITP spokesperson said on Sunday. According to him, overall the ITP took action against 8,86,698 vehicles and motorcycles for traffic violations while legal actions were also taken against 1,151 individuals for… Continue reading ITP issues over around 1 million fines, 48,347 new driving licenses

KSA endows special funding for IIUI

ISLAMABAD, Dec 31 (APP):Dr Hathal Homoud Alotaibi, President of International Islamic University continuing his efforts to take the university out of the financial crisis, managed to arrange more assistance from Saudi Arabia as salaries of the IIUI employees for December were managed through the Saudi Financial Support Fund. According to IIUI officials, the total Budgetary… Continue reading KSA endows special funding for IIUI

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