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Rs.528.1m imposed on 4,495 electricity thieves, 4277 booked

FAISALABAD, Dec 08 (APP):The Faisalabad Electric Supply Company (FESCO) has imposed Rs.528.1 million fine on 4,495 electricity thieves caught during last 91 days of anti-power-theft campaign in FESCO region. FESCO spokesman Tahir Sheikh said here on Friday that FESCO had launched a vigorous anti-theft drive on special direction of Minister of Energy (Power Division) and… Continue reading Rs.528.1m imposed on 4,495 electricity thieves, 4277 booked

Dr. Amjad urges unique thinking to address economic challenges

ISLAMABAD, Dec 08 (APP):Chairperson Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP), Dr. Muhammad Amjad Saqib Friday emphasized the need for unique and innovative thinking to address the current economic challenges facing the country. He urged the affluent citizens of Pakistan to stand in solidarity with the less privileged, emphasizing the role of increased charity to eradicate the… Continue reading Dr. Amjad urges unique thinking to address economic challenges

Jazz partners with TPL to revolutionize tracking services in Pakistan

ISLAMABAD, Dec 8 (APP):Jazz, Pakistan’s leading digital operator, has partnered with TPL Corp to revolutionize tracking technology and ensure unparalleled coverage and reliability by seamlessly integrating satellite and GSM tracking devices. Under the partnership, Jazz will enable TPL with hardware components and connectivity mediums including Fixed, GSM, and Satellite, a press release issued on Friday… Continue reading Jazz partners with TPL to revolutionize tracking services in Pakistan

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PTA conducts QoS survey in KPK, Punjab, Sindh & GB

ISLAMABAD, Dec 08 (APP):Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has carried out an Independent Quality of Service (QoS) survey in order to measure the performance and quality of Cellular Mobile Operators’ (CMOs). The survey has been conducted in seventeen (17) x cities of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Punjab and Sindh, said news release issued here on Thursday. Additionally, a… Continue reading PTA conducts QoS survey in KPK, Punjab, Sindh & GB

AIOU to hold convocation on January 31

ISLAMABAD, Dec 08 (APP):The Convocation of Allama Iqbal Open University (AIOU) will be held on January 31, 2024, at the Jinnah Convention Center, Islamabad. According to the AIOU, the President of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, Dr. Arif Alvi, who is also the Chancellor of the University, will be the chief guest at the event.… Continue reading AIOU to hold convocation on January 31

Aga Khan University president meets PM Kakar

KARACHI, Dec 08 (APP):President of the Aga Khan University Salman Shahabuddin on Friday called on Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar. The prime minister visited the university, where he interacted with the students, besides addressing the HealthTech Summit. The AKU president briefed the prime minister about the services of the university in various sectors. Prime Minister… Continue reading Aga Khan University president meets PM Kakar

President questions world conscience over Gaza killings; says unequal treatment of humans biggest mistake

ISLAMABAD, Dec 08 (APP): President Dr Arif Alvi on Friday questioning the world’s conscience over the bloodshed by Israel in Gaza and unabated human rights abuses in Kashmir, said that the world was committing the biggest mistake by not treating all humans equally. The president, addressing an event held in connection with International Human Rights… Continue reading President questions world conscience over Gaza killings; says unequal treatment of humans biggest mistake

Fire eruption: Electricity fully restored on Taramri Grid Station

ISLAMABAD, Dec 8 (APP):The electricity supply that remained suspended for hours on Friday morning in nine feeders of 132-KV Taramri Grid Station due to a fire eruption in its main hole has fully been restored.  The Spokesperson for Islamabad Electric Supply Company (IESCO) said that power supply to feeders including Lethrar Road, Park Enclave, Azad… Continue reading Fire eruption: Electricity fully restored on Taramri Grid Station

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Hazaragi language should be given sufficient representation on PTV Bolan: Solangi

QUETTA, Dec 8 (APP):Caretaker Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Murtaza Solangi on Friday said that like other regional languages of Balochistan, the Hazaragi language should also be given enough representation on PTV Bolan. The minister, during his visit to the Pakistan Television Quetta Center, issued the directives to extend the duration of Hazaragi language… Continue reading Hazaragi language should be given sufficient representation on PTV Bolan: Solangi

Eight power thieves caught

SARGODHA, Dec 08 (APP):The Faisalabad Electric Supply Company (FESCO) Sargodha has caught eight power pilferers from various areas of the district. According to a spokesperson here on Friday, a crackdown was launched in various areas, and FESCO teams, accompanying task forces, raided different localities and caught Tahir, Hayat, Waqar, Hamaad, Sajid, Majeed, Kamran and Ahmed.

Govt. actively promoting policies to empower women: Minister

ISLAMABAD, Dec 8 (APP):Caretaker Federal Minister for Information Technology and Telecommunication, Dr. Umar Saif, said on Friday that the government is actively promoting policies and initiatives to foster gender equality and empower women across different sectors. Addressing the closing ceremony of the Women Entrepreneurs Finance Initiative (We-Fi), he said that the inclusion of women in… Continue reading Govt. actively promoting policies to empower women: Minister

Pakistan’s cuisines playing role in tourism promotion

ISLAMABAD, Dec 8 (APP):Pakistan’s traditional cuisines played a  significant role in the promotion of the tourism industry in the country. Talking to APP, the Pakistan Tourism Development Corporation (PTDC) official said that alongside Pakistan’s stunning natural landscapes, its high-quality cuisine can serve as a major attraction for both local and international tourists. He further said… Continue reading Pakistan’s cuisines playing role in tourism promotion

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