ISLAMABAD, Mar 20 (APP): Federal minister for Interior and Narcotics Control Mohsin Naqvi here on Wednesday visited National Counter Terrorism Authority (NACTA) headquarters.
He presided over an important meeting where several major decisions were taken, out of which one was to restructure NACTA on modern lines as well as to place it on the front in war against terrorism.
The meeting also decided to summon a meeting of the Coordination Committee of the National Action Plan in the next week which will be presided over by Interior Minister.
The minister said that instead of taking action after every incident of terrorism, we must take early action to eliminate terrorists and their facilitators.
He called for a detailed report on the efficiency of all provincial Counter Terrorism Departments (CTD).
He said that establishment of National CTD is the need of the hour for complete elimination of terrorism.
Naqvi said a comprehensive strategy should be formulated against terrorism and extremism adding that the National Action Plan should be fully implemented.
NACTA chief, Rai Tahir gave detailed briefing to Federal Interior Minister while Interior Secretary Aftab Akbar Durrani and senior officials also attended the meeting.
Interior Minister Naqvi visits NACTA headquarters
Volunteers organize Iftar for fasting people at road side during the holy month of Ramazan ul Mubarak at Latifabad
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HYDERABAD: March 20 – A large number of people breaking fast (Iftar) during the holy month of Ramazan ul Mubarak at Latifabad. APP/FHN/ABB
EU GSP-Plus increases Pak-EU trade volume:Commerce Minister
ISLAMABAD, Mar 20 (APP):Federal Minister for Commerce, Jam Kamal Khan on Wednesday appreciated Europeon Union Generalizd Schemes of Preferences (EU GSP- Plus) , which is beneficial for Pakistan exports to the EU.
EU Ambassador Riina Kionka called on Pakistan’s Federal Minister for Commerce, Jam Kamal Khan, and congratulates him for assuming the portfolio of Ministry of Commerce, said a press release issued here.
Ambassador Kionka informed on importance of adhering to international core conventions on human rights, labor rights, environmental standards, and good governance to maintain this status.
Minister Jam Kamal Khan reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to implementation of conventions and assured of full cooperation.
Minister Social Walfare Gilgit-Baltistan Dilshad Bano speaks during the 3rd sitting of 18th Session of Gilgit-Baltistan Assembly under the chair of Speaker Gilgit-Baltistan Assembly Nazir Ahmad Advocate
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Minister Agriculture Gilgit-Baltistan Engineer Anwar speaks during the 3rd sitting of 18th Session of Gilgit-Baltistan Assembly under the chair of Speaker Gilgit-Baltistan Assembly Nazir Ahmad Advocate
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CM commends CTD role in eliminating terrorists
LAHORE, Mar 20 (APP):Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz reaffirmed the government’s unwavering determination to eradicate terrorism entirely.
The CM emphasized the pivotal role of the Counter Terrorism Department (CTD) in eliminating terrorists, underscoring its indelible contribution to the cause.
The CM presided over a meeting regarding the CTD here on Wednesday. Additional IG Waseem Ahmad Khan gave a briefing about the performance of CTD.
The CM said that a durable peace and stability is indispensable for the economic progress, adding that there cannot be any greater national service than safeguarding the life and property of the people. Extremism and murder being committed in the name of Islam is highly condemnable, she remarked.
Appreciating the performance of CTD, the CM stated the officers and sepoys of CTD are unknown heroes of the nation, adding that the credit for the establishment of an institution like CTD goes to Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif. The officers and Jawans of CTD are rendering appreciable services, she said and added that the CTD officers and Jawans without caring for an acknowledgment and appreciation are performing their duties in a professional manner.
All possible resources would be provided to the institution which is striving to its utmost to maintain law and order, she asserted and maintained that the mission to ensure progress of Punjab, promotion of investment and tourism is not possible without durable law and order.
Earlier, Maryam Nawaz also visited the CTD Headquarter, met with the women officers and also had a group photo with them. She inaugurated the gymnasium and visited it as well.
Maryam Nawaz spent time with the children in the Day Care Centre and communicated with them.
Former Senator Pervaiz Rasheed, Punjab Information Minister Azma Bokhari, MPA, Sania Ashiq, Chief Secretary, Secretary Home, Secretary Finance, IGP, Additional IG-CTD, Additional IG Operations and other officials were also present.
Meanwhile, Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has strongly condemned the terrorists attack in Gawadar and paid tributes to the security forces for valiantly countering the attack of terrorists.
Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif chairs a meeting on Economic Revival and Reforms
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PR CEO announces 4 Eid Special Trains to facilitate passengers
LAHORE, Mar 20 (APP):Pakistan Railways Chief Executive Officer Aamir Ali Baloch announced the operation of four Eid special trains to facilitate passengers during Eid-ul-Fitr.
Speaking to senior journalists at Railways Headquarters here on Wednesday, Baloch highlighted the railway’s financial independence, stating that it meets expenses independently and only relies on the government for pension payments to retired employees. He revealed a significant revenue increase from Rs 5 billion to Rs 8 billion in recent months.
Baloch emphasized the role of coal transportation in meeting almost 50 per cent of railway expenses and underscored the need for continuous efforts to operate the railway system effectively. He acknowledged former Railways Minister Khawaja Saad Rafique’s contributions to improving the railway, including track restoration and the revival of profitable trains.
Addressing challenges, Baloch mentioned the burden of pension expenses on the railway, urging the government to take responsibility for the pension to alleviate financial strain. He also highlighted the impact of rising gas and electricity prices on railway operations.
Baloch expressed hope for the timely initiation of work on ML-1 and stressed the need for additional trains to meet population demands, especially in smaller towns. He asserted the absence of corruption within the railway and outlined ongoing efforts to reduce expenses and boost profits, including the handover of oil transportation to PSO and system upgrades.
In conclusion, Baloch reaffirmed the railway’s commitment to enhancing efficiency and financial sustainability
Faisal Khokhar for implementing PML-N sports manifesto
LAHORE, Mar 20 (APP):Provincial Sports Minister Faisal Ayub Khokhar has said that sports manifesto of the Pakistan Muslim League–Nawaz (PML-N) will be implemented in letter and spirit in Punjab and the youth will be provided maximum sports facilities.
Talking to Olympian Khawaja Junaid during a meeting at his office in the Minister’s Block here on Wednesday, he said that the sports culture will be promoted at the grassroots level in Punjab, adding that Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz believes that promotion of sports helps the youth in fight against all social ills.
The Sports Minister Punjab said PML-N has always patronised sports and sportsmen in the country, adding that sports will witness a new era of facilities and achievements under the dynamic leadership of Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz.
On the PML-N sports manifesto, the provincial sports minister said sports academies will be set up at tehsil level across the province, adding that the sports policy of the PML-N will be reintroduced right from the the year 2018.
He said Punjab is home to naturally gifted sports talent and a talent-hunt program will be launched to scout raw talent and will be groomed by the best in their respective fields.
Faisal Khokhar said that youth are close to the heart of the Quaid PML-N Muhammad Nawaz Sharif and Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz, adding that he will do his best to nurture the sporting talent of the youth in the province.
Earlier, Olympian Khawaja Junaid briefed the Sports Minister Punjab Faisal Ayub Khokhar on the need to improve standard of sports and infrastructure in the province. He also presented recommendations for implementation of the PML-N sports manifesto. The Minister hailed Khawaja Junaid’s contribution in the drafting of the PML-N sports manifesto.
Govt to introduce online land record service for Overseas Pakistanis: Salik Hussain
ISLAMABAD, Mar 20 (APP):Minister for Overseas Pakistanis and Human Resource Development Chaudhry Salik Hussain Wednesday said that the government will introduce online land record service for overseas Pakistanis to address their difficulties with regard to transfer of properties and attract foreign inflows.
He said this while talking to a delegation of Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry headed by its President Ahsan Zafar Bakhtawari, said a press release.
The delegation also congratulated the Chaudhry Salik Hussain on assuming the charge of the Federal Minister. Chaudhry Salik said that the ministry has started work on the online land record project with NADRA and other relevant institutions.
He elaborated that the services may be offered through the offices of community welfare attaches in foreign missions of Pakistan in countries with substantially large diaspora.
The minister also assured the delegation that business community will be given representation in different boards of the ministry to develop and promote business in the country.
Speaking on the occasion, President ICCI Ahsan Zafar Bakhtawari said that overseas Pakistanis are valuable asset of Pakistan and ambassadors of the country and urged to
resolved their issues on priority basis.
He said that overseas Pakistanis have always played a vital role in the development of the country and urged the need to protect them from any kind of exploitation at home or abroad.
H also suggested measures for enhancing foreign remittances and imparting necessary training to the local workforce to fulfill the International demand.
Ahsan Zafar Bakhtawari added that Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry will be ready to lend its support to the Ministry in enhancing skill development of the workforce in different trades.