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LAHORE: March 27 – Women busy in shopping for upcoming Eid ulFitr festival. APP/MHA/IQJ/FHA
Women busy in shopping for upcoming Eid ulFitr festival.
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Dr Khalid Maqbool Siddiqui Federal Minister for Education and Professional Training addressing Press Conference at NAVTTC Regional office Sindh.
KARACHI: March 27 –
Turkish Ambassador H.E Dr. Mehmet Paçacı along with delegation called on Federal Minister for Overseas Pakistanis and Human Resource Development Chaudhry Salik Hussain.
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ISLAMABAD: March 27 – Federal Minister for Overseas Pakistanis and Human Resource Development Chaudhry Salik Hussain in a meeting with the Vice President of International Republican Institute Mr. Scott Mastic. .
Christian Community in Sindh is set to celebrate Easter
SUKKUR, Mar 27 (APP):Like other parts of the country, the Christian community in Sindh is set to celebrate their annual religious festival of Easter on Sunday, marking special services and other festivities.
Easter Sunday is one of the most festive events among Christians worldwide which commemorates Jesus Christ’s resurrection from death, according to the Bible.
Easter Sunday also precedes special preparations by people from different age groups including men, women and children.
Special services are hosted at different places in Sukkur, Khairpur, Jacobabad, Shikarpur and other big and small twins where the believers attend prayers for salvation, and for the progress and prosperity of Pakistan.
Mayor Sukkur Barrister Arslan Sheikh while felicitating the Christian community on the eve of Easter, said that outstanding services of the Christian community in the fields of education and health in Pakistan cannot be forgotten.
He said that such festivals promote religious harmony in the society. He said religious minorities have played an important role in development and prosperity of the country and their services are praiseworthy. “Pakistan belongs to all of us, people of different faiths enjoy equal rights and complete religious freedom in the country,” Mayor said.
He further said the Christian staff of Sukkur Municipal Corporation (SMC) has always been in the forefront to provide quality healthcare to the patients and running the hospital in an efficient manner.
Steady recovery continues: Rupee gains 03 paisa against dollar
ISLAMABAD, Mar 27 (APP):Pakistani Rupee on Wednesday gained 03 paisa against the US dollar in the interbank trading and closed at Rs278.04 against the previous day’s closing of Rs278.07.
However, according to the Forex Association of Pakistan (FAP), the buying and selling rates of the dollar in the open market stood at Rs278.5 and Rs281.25, respectively.
The price of the Euro decreased by 47 paisa to close at Rs300.97 against the last-day closing of Rs301.44, according to the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP).
The Japanese Yen remained unchanged and closed at Rs1.83, whereas a decrease of 76 paisa was witnessed in the exchange rate of the British Pound, which was traded at Rs350.99 compared to the last closing of Rs351.75.
The Emirates Dirham and the Saudi Riyal declined by 01 paisa to close at Rs 75.71 and Rs 74.13 respectively.
Pak investors invited to set up pharma, textile unites in Kyrgyzstan
LAHORE, Mar 27 (APP):The International Business Council (IBC) Kyrgyzstan wanted the Pakistani investors to establish a pharmaceutical plant and textile unit in its burgeoning market.
IBC Director Askar Sydykov stated this while talking to a Pakistan trade delegation, led by Meher Kashif Younis, Kyrgyz honorary consul, visiting Kyrgyzstan to work out modalities for expanding volume of bilateral trade between the two countries, according to honorary consul’s spokesman here on Wednesday.
The IBC director said that Kyrgyz offers a promising landscape for investment, marked by a growing demand for pharmaceuticals and textiles, creating a conducive environment for profitable ventures. With the global pharmaceutical industry experiencing steady growth, he added, Kyrgyzstan stands out as a lucrative destination for investors looking to capitalize on this expanding market. By setting up a pharmaceutical plant, Pakistani investors could not only cater to the Kyrgyz domestic demand but also explore opportunities for export to neighbouring countries in Central Asia, he added.
Askar Sydykov said the benefits of investing in Kyrgyzstan extend beyond market demand. The country boasts a favorable business climate, characterised by liberal investment policies, tax incentives, and government support for foreign investors, he said, asserting that Kyrgyzstan also offers competitive labor costs and abundant natural resources, further enhancing the quantum of investment in the country. Collaborating with the IBC ensures seamless entry into the market, with access to valuable insights, networking opportunities, and regulatory support. IBC is committed to facilitating the success of investors and fostering mutually beneficial partnerships between Kyrgyzstan and Pakistan,he added.
He said the textile industry in Kyrgyzstan is poised for development, fueled by increasing demand for quality textiles both domestically and internationally. By establishing a textile unit, Pakistani investors can tap into this demand and leverage Kyrgyzstan’s strategic location as a gateway to the Eurasian Economic Union and other regional markets. We look forward to welcoming Pakistani investors and forging fruitful collaborations that drive economic growth and prosperity for two countries, he concluded.
Dr Shahid Hassan, President of Kyrgyzstan Trade House in Pakistan, was also present as part of the delegation.
Tajweed classes held at AIOU
ISLAMABAD, Mar 27 (APP):Allama Iqbal Open University (AIOU) here on Wednesday organized Tajweed Al-Qur’an classes during Ramadan.
A total of 37 employees of the university, including 22 female and 15 male employees, were registered for these classes. The certificate distribution ceremony for these classes took place yesterday.
Dean, Faculty of Arabic and Islamic Studies, Prof. Dr. Mohyuddin Hashmi presided over the ceremony, while Director, Coordination and Follow-up, Prof. Dr. Syed. Aamir Shah was the chief guest. Dr. Sana Ullah Hussain, Chairman of the Department of Quran and Tafseer, hosted the event.
Addressing the ceremony, Prof. Dr. Amir Shah spoke about the close relationship between the Quran and Ramadan and congratulated the Department of Quran and Tafseer for their efforts.
Dr. Mohyuddin Hashmi praised the department’s work in guiding people back to the Holy Quran, emphasizing the importance of the Quran and the Sunnah in guiding Muslims.
Dr. Sana Ullah mentioned that the teachers in Tajweed Al-Qur’an classes focused on ensuring the correct pronunciation of the Qur’an.
He explained that these classes aimed to teach fundamental religious rules and regulations.
The participants expressed that the classes provided them with guidance in all aspects of their lives. Certificates were distributed to the participants at the end of the ceremony.
Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif chairs a high level security meeting.
ISLAMABAD: March 27 –
Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif chairs a high level security meeting.
ISLAMABAD: March 27 –
Labourers are busy unloading onion sacks from delivery trucks at the vegetable market.
MULTAN: March 27 –