LAHORE, Jul 27 (APP):Punjab Chief Minister Sardar Usman Buzdar on Sunday expressed grief and sorrow over the death of widow of former president Ghulam Ishaq Khan. In his condolence message to the bereaved family, he expressed his heartfelt condolences and prayed that may Allah Almighty rest the departed soul in eternal peace and grant courage… Continue reading CM grieves over death of ex-president’s widow
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Opposition pursuing personal agenda: CM
LAHORE, Jul 27 (APP):Punjab Chief Minister Sardar Usman Buzdar Saturday said the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) government, through its vision and ideology, will transform Pakistan into a progressing and developing country. In a statement issued here on Saturday, he said the people did not want politics of unrest and they had rejected the politics of the… Continue reading Opposition pursuing personal agenda: CM
Pakistan Navy contributes over Rs 3 m medical supplies to DHQ Hospital Uthal
ISLAMABAD, Jul 27 (APP):The Pakistan Navy has contributed medical supplies of worth over Rs 3 million to the District Headquarters (DHQ) Hospital Uthal. Besides performing the primary mission of safeguarding the maritime frontiers of the country, the Pakistan Navy also contributed in the betterment of underprivileged classes especially of Sindh and Balochistan, a press release… Continue reading Pakistan Navy contributes over Rs 3 m medical supplies to DHQ Hospital Uthal
Fed govt tops in complaints resolution; Sindh in pendency
ISLAMABAD, Jul 27 (APP):Prime Minister Imran Khan Saturday was presented a report on the resolution of complaints registered through Pakistan Citizen Portal, depicting the federal government standing on top and the Sindh government at the lowest. According to the report, the ministries and the departments functioning under the federal government had resolved above 364,000 complaints… Continue reading Fed govt tops in complaints resolution; Sindh in pendency
Pakistan,US for enhanced cooperation in human development sector
ISLAMABAD, Jul 27 (APP):Following the successful visit of Prime Minister Imran Khan to the United States (US), the two sides have discussed measures for enhancing cooperation in human development sector of Pakistan. Advisor to US President Donald Trump on Job Creation, Economic Empowerment, Workforce Development and Entrepreneurship, Ivanka Trump and Special Assistant to Prime Minister… Continue reading Pakistan,US for enhanced cooperation in human development sector
US approves $125 mln technical support program for Pakistan’s F-16s fleet
ISLAMABAD, Jul 27 (APP):The US State Department announced an approval of $125 million for Pakistan to provide technical support to its fleet of F-16 aircraft. “The State Department has made a determination approving a possible Foreign Military Sale to Pakistan for Technical Security Team (TST) in continued support of the F-16 program for an estimated… Continue reading US approves $125 mln technical support program for Pakistan’s F-16s fleet
CPEC 2nd phase comprising on industrial development, help jobs creation
ISLAMABAD, Jul 27 (APP):The 2nd phase of China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) was very important for Pakistan as it would give boost to industrial cooperation and establish many Special Economic Zones in Pakistan creating new opportunities for entrepreneurs of both countries to set up JVs and investment in areas of interest. This was said by Professor… Continue reading CPEC 2nd phase comprising on industrial development, help jobs creation
DG Hajj ensures best possible health, food facilities to Hujjaj
ISLAMABAD, Jul 27 (APP):Director General Hajj Dr Sajid Yousafani has said that government was utilizing all resources to provide best facilities to Hujjaj (pilgrims) so that they could perform this religious obligation peacefully. In an Interview with Radio Pakistan , DG said Pakistanis hujjaj will now get Quality food during their stay in the holiest… Continue reading DG Hajj ensures best possible health, food facilities to Hujjaj
Fruits of govt’s economic policies about to come: PM
ISLAMABAD, Jul 26 (APP):Prime Minister Imran Khan said that the government’s economic policies were nearing fruition as it had brought the situation under control. “We have now got our feet on the ground and got a handle on the economy. But we have told the truth all the time and people understand. Now the fruits… Continue reading Fruits of govt’s economic policies about to come: PM
Maulana Tariq Jameel calls on PM
ISLAMABAD, Jul 26 (APP): Renowned religious scholar and preacher Maulana Tariq Jameel Friday called on Prime Minister Imran Khan here. The prime minister warmly received the scholar and discussed with him his vision of addressing the issue of Islamophobia and said the government would not compromise over the issue of Namoos-e-Risalat SAW at any cost,… Continue reading Maulana Tariq Jameel calls on PM
Govt committed to provide enabling environment to investors/business community: PM
ISLAMABAD, Jul 26 (APP):Prime Minister Imran Khan on Friday said that the Government was committed to provide an enabling environment to the investors and the business community in undertaking profitable business ventures in the country. Talking to a visiting delegation of eight leading Chinese textile companies, the Prime Minister said the Government was fully focused… Continue reading Govt committed to provide enabling environment to investors/business community: PM
President for increased economic engagements with Brunei, Darussalam, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Kenya
ISLAMABAD, Jul 26 (APP):President Dr. Arif Alvi on Friday underscored the need for increased economic engagements and high-level institutional interaction between Pakistan and Brunei Darussalam, Bosnia & Herzegovina as well as Kenya to realize full potential of trade and commerce. He said this while talking to High Commissioner-designate of Pakistan to Brunei Darussalam, Major General… Continue reading President for increased economic engagements with Brunei, Darussalam, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Kenya
People rejected baseless, false propaganda of opposition: Dr Firdous
ISLAMABAD, Jul 26 (APP):Special Assistant to Prime Minister on Information and Broadcasting Dr Firdous Ashiq Awan Friday said people had rejected the baseless and false propaganda of the opposition and its criticism against Prime Minister Imran Khan was only due to animosity and hostility towards him. Speaking at a press conference to brief about decisions… Continue reading People rejected baseless, false propaganda of opposition: Dr Firdous
NDMA chairman updates PM on monsoon emergency measures
ISLAMABAD, Jul 26 (APP):Chairman National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) Lieutenant General Muhammad Afzal called on Prime Minister Imran and update him over the in-place measures to cope with challenges of monsoon spell. The Chairman NDMA apprised the Prime Minister regarding the preparatory measures to guard against any emergency situation.
PM, KPK chief minister discuss development projects
ISLAMABAD, Jul 26 (APP):Chief Minister Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Mehmood Khan called on Prime Minister Imran Khan here at the PM Office on Friday. Development projects of the province were discussed during the meeting, a PM Office statement issued here said.
Erdogan phones PM; discusses bilateral ties, Kashmir, Afghan issues
ISLAMABAD, Jul 26 (APP):President of Turkey Recep Tayyip Erdogan Friday telephoned Prime Minister Imran Khan and both the leaders discussed the bilateral ties and developments in the region including the Indian Occupied Kashmir as well as ongoing efforts for Afghan peace. President Erdogan extended sympathies and condolences over the loss of precious lives in recent… Continue reading Erdogan phones PM; discusses bilateral ties, Kashmir, Afghan issues
Pakistan, USA share common goal of establishing lasting peace in Afghanistan: Qureshi
ISLAMABAD, Jul 26 (APP):Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi on Friday said that Pakistan and the United States share a common goal of a lasting peace in Afghanistan, which could not be achieved through military might. “Pakistan has always sought a political solution and together we are closer to that goal today than ever before,” the… Continue reading Pakistan, USA share common goal of establishing lasting peace in Afghanistan: Qureshi
Naval Chief meets Commander Kenya Navy, visits various naval institutions
ISLAMABAD, Jul 26 (APP):Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Zafar Mahmood Abbasi Friday called on Commander Kenya Navy and also visited various naval institutions. The Naval chief is on an official visit to Kenya where upon his arrival at Mtongwe Naval Base, the Admiral was received by Commander Kenya Navy, Maj General Levi Franklin Mghalu… Continue reading Naval Chief meets Commander Kenya Navy, visits various naval institutions
PM “Kamyab Jawan” programme to collaborate with ministry of postal services for effective outreach campaign
ISLAMABAD, Jul 26 (APP):Muhammad Usman Dar, Special Assistant to the Prime Minister on Youth Affairs Friday called on Federal Minister for Postal Services, Murad Saeed, to explore areas of mutual cooperation for launching an effective awareness campaign and ensure better outreach of various initiatives of “Kamyab Jawan” Programme.
NAB Chairman vows redoubling efforts for mega corruption cases disposal
ISLAMABAD, Jul 26 (APP):Chairman National Accountability Bureau (NAB) Justice Javed Iqbal Friday said the bureau was committed to logical disposal of mega corruption white collar crime cases by putting double efforts for ensuring corruption free Pakistan. Chairing a fortnightly meeting to review the performance of NAB’s operation, prosecution and all regional bureaus at NAB Headquarters,… Continue reading NAB Chairman vows redoubling efforts for mega corruption cases disposal
