MoHR helpline received 1,460,460 calls since its inception

ISLAMABAD, Apr 18 (APP):Ministry of Huaman Right’s Helpline 1099 has received 1,460,460 calls since i has established providing services in 5,5323 relevant cases, said an official here on Thursday. Talking to APP, he said all callers being victim of human rights violation, received legal assistance and were referred to the concerned departments when necessary. During… Continue reading MoHR helpline received 1,460,460 calls since its inception

World Heritage Day celebrated at Taxila Museum

WAH, Apr 18 (APP):Under the guidance of Director General of Archeology, Mr. Zaheer Abbas Malik, the Directorate General of Archeology Punjab commemorated World Heritage Day at Taxila Museum on Thursday. The event included a rally organized by the Directorate at the museum premises. Anjum Javaid, Deputy Director of the Department of Archaeology, highlighted the significance… Continue reading World Heritage Day celebrated at Taxila Museum

Tobacco smoke contains chemicals that cause cancer: Cardiologist

HYDERABAD, Apr 18 (APP):Smoking damages nearly every organ in the body and is bad for a person’s overall health. People can significantly reduce their chance of smoking-related disease by giving it up. Talking to APP here on Thursday, Eminent cardiologists Dr. Zaman informed that the tobacco smoke contains more than fifty chemicals that cause cancer.… Continue reading Tobacco smoke contains chemicals that cause cancer: Cardiologist

Barrister Saif condemns killing of custom officials in Dera

PESHAWAR, Apr 18 (APP):Adviser to Chief Minister, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on Information, Barrister Saif, on Thursday strongly condemned the incident of firing and killing of Customs Intelligence officials in Dera Ismail Khan. He expressed heartfelt condolences to the families of the martyred and injured officials. Saif prayed for the elevation of the ranks of the martyrs… Continue reading Barrister Saif condemns killing of custom officials in Dera

Prudent policies, reforms poised to result in sustainable economic growth: Governor SBP

KARACHI, Apr 18 (APP):Governor State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) Jameel Ahmed highlighting country’s substantial improvements in macroeconomic outlook hoped that time bound reforms will put the economy on the path of sustainable economic growth. Governor SBP expressed the views during his meetings with key international investors during multiple events organized by leading global banks and… Continue reading Prudent policies, reforms poised to result in sustainable economic growth: Governor SBP

IESCO recovers Rs 2697.25 mln from 105,469 defaulters

ISLAMABAD, April 18 (APP):In line with directives issued by the Minister of Energy (Power Division) Sardar Awais Ahmed Khan Leghari, Islamabad Electric Supply Company (IESCO) intensified its operations against defaulters in all circles and recovered Rs 2697.25 million from 105,469 running and dead defaulters. IESCO Chief Dr Muhammad Amjad said that Federal Investigation Agency, police… Continue reading IESCO recovers Rs 2697.25 mln from 105,469 defaulters

IESCO issues power shut down programme

ISLAMABAD, Apr 18 (APP):Islamabad Electric Supply Company (IESCO) on Thursday issued a power suspension programme for Friday for various areas of its region due to necessary maintenance and routine development work. According to IESCO Spokesman, the power supply of different feeders and grid stations would remain suspended for the period From 07:00 AM to 12:00… Continue reading IESCO issues power shut down programme

Ambassador Tirmizi lauds Consulate’s efforts to address needs of Pakistanis stranded at Dubai Airport

ISLAMABAD, Apr 18 (APP):Pakistan’s Ambassador to the United Arab Emirates Faisal Niaz Tirmizi on Thursday acknowledged the collaborative efforts undertaken by the Pakistan Consulate General, Dubai in response to the recent rains. “We have mobilized swiftly to address the needs of our fellow Pakistanis, with a particular focus on those stranded at the Dubai Airport.… Continue reading Ambassador Tirmizi lauds Consulate’s efforts to address needs of Pakistanis stranded at Dubai Airport

EU Ambassador calls on PM Shehbaz

ISLAMABAD, Apr 18 (APP):Ambassador of the European Union Riina Kionka Thursday paid a courtesy call on Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif and discussed matters related to mutual concern. The prime minister thanked the EU leaders for their congratulatory messages on his re-election and said he looked forward to working closely with the EU. He said… Continue reading EU Ambassador calls on PM Shehbaz

Meeting reviews anti-dengue measures

BAHAWALPUR, Apr 18 (APP):Additional Deputy Commissioner Headquarters Sumera Rabbani chaired a meeting of the District Emergency Response Committee held in the committee room of the DC office to discuss anti-dengue measures. The meeting reviewed the actions taken from March 25 to April 15 regarding combating dengue. DHO Dr. Zeeshan Rauf, District Focal Person Dr. Qudsia… Continue reading Meeting reviews anti-dengue measures

Country prepared to become tech hub: Shaza Fatima

LAHORE, Apr 18 (APP):State Minister for Information Technology and Telecommunication Shaza Fatima Khawaja on Thursday said that the country was prepared to become regional tech hub and IT leader. She said this while addressing a press conference along with Digital Cooperation Organization (DCO) Secretary General Deemah Al Yahya at a local hotel. She said, “Youth… Continue reading Country prepared to become tech hub: Shaza Fatima

Rain/Thundershowers forecast in various areas of Balochistan during next 24 hours

QUETTA Apr 18 (APP):Regional Meteorological Center of Balochistan has forecast very heavy rain and thundershowers at some places in Gwadar (Jiwani, Pasni), Kech (Turbat), Awaran, Chagi, Panjgur, Kharan, Washuk and Noshki districts during the next 24 hours. The Meteorological Centre Balochistan has advised the relevant authorities to remain vigilant during the next 36 to 48… Continue reading Rain/Thundershowers forecast in various areas of Balochistan during next 24 hours

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