ISLAMABAD
Chairman Prime Minister’s Youth Programme, Rana Mashood Ahmed Khan while addressing a meeting on National Youth Games
ISLAMABAD
Planning Minister Ahsan Iqbal inaugurated URAAN Pakistan Overseas Summer Scholars Program in Islamabad on July 9, 2025, under which 31 Pakistani students from the world’s top universities will contribute actively to national development for six weeks
ISLAMABAD
Planning Minister Ahsan Iqbal inaugurated URAAN Pakistan Overseas Summer Scholars Programunder which 31 Pakistani students from the world’s top universities will contribute actively to national development
ISLAMABAD
ISLAMABAD
Federal Minister for Railways, Muhammad Hanif Abbasi chaired a high-level meeting to review railway performance, mechanical operations, and improvement measures
ISLAMABAD
Federal Minister for Education and Professional Training, Dr. Khalid Maqbool Siddiqui chaired the 1st Search committee meeting for the appointment of HEC Chairman
ISLAMABAD
A grand reception being held in the honor of Federal Minister / Chairman Parliamentary Committee on Kashmir, Rana Muhammad Qasim Noon upon his arrival at Piran Ghaib
MULTAN
MULTAN
MULTAN
Federal Minister for National Food Security & Research, Rana Tanveer Hussain, chairs the Steering Committee meeting on Sugar Import
ISLAMABAD
Commissioner suspends Naib Tehsildar, Patwari over misconduct
DERA GHAZI KHAN, Jul 09 (APP):Commissioner Dera Ghazi Khan Ashfaq Ahmed Chaudhry has suspended a Naib Tehsildar and a Patwari posted in Tehsil Taunsa on charges of negligence and misconduct.
According to the spokesperson for the district administration, Naib Tehsildar Revenue Circle Natkani, Malik Ashiq Hussain, and Hidayatullah Patwari of Jallowali Circle have been suspended for alleged dereliction of duty, inefficiency, and misconduct.
The commissioner has issued formal suspension orders against both officials under departmental proceedings.
Commissioner Ashfaq Ahmed Chaudhry said that negligence, misconduct, and failure to perform official duties would not be tolerated under any circumstances. He added that strict actions were inevitable to ensure public interest and a transparent system.
IT Minister, Easypaisa CEO discuss steps to boost cashless economy
ISLAMABAD, Jul 09 (APP):Federal Minister for Information Technology and Telecommunication, Shaza Fatima Khawaja, met with Easypaisa Digital Bank CEO, Jahanzeb Khan, on Wednesday to explore ways to promote a cashless economy, in line with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s vision.
The minister expressed full support for the Prime Minister’s goal of turning Pakistan into a cashless society, said a new release.
She stressed that digital payments are a key part of building a modern financial system.
“Encouraging digital transactions is essential for creating an inclusive and advanced economy,” she said, adding that Easypaisa is a leading player in Pakistan’s digital finance sector.
Shaza Fatima said the government is committed to digital empowerment and aims to give equal opportunities to all citizens through technology.
The meeting also focused on exploring future cooperation to strengthen the digital economy. Both sides discussed possible collaboration on the “Smart Islamabad” project, which the minister described as “positive and forward-looking.”
Easypaisa CEO Jahanzeb Khan praised the Ministry of IT’s digital efforts, calling them a strong step towards economic progress. He said that Easypaisa, being the country’s first digital retail bank and the largest financial app, is helping expand digital and financial access across Pakistan.
CPO distributes commendation certificates for excellent Muharram duties
FAISALABAD, Jul 09 (APP):City Police Officer (CPO) Sahibzada Bilal Umar has distributed commendation certificates among the police officers in recognition of their excellent Muharram duties.
In this connection, a formal ceremony was arranged at Community Engagement Center where CPO Faisalabad rewarded the police officers for their outstanding performance during the holy month of Muharram-ul-Haram.
The CPO distributed commendation certificates to Town Officers and Circle Officers by acknowledging their dedication and professionalism in ensuring foolproof security arrangements especially on Muharram Ashura.
Speaking on the occasion, the CPO lauded the strenuous efforts of the entire police force and said that the exemplary law & order maintained during Muharram was a result of strong teamwork, unwavering commitment and a sense of responsibility towards public safety.
He appreciated the officers for not only fulfilling their security duties with utmost vigilance but also for maintaining close community engagement throughout the period.
He said that protection of citizens’ life and property is the first and foremost priority of Faisalabad Police and the performance shown during Muharram is a clear testament to this commitment.
He said that unity, discipline and devotion displayed by the force helped uphold peace and public trust during a sensitive time of Ashura Muharram-ul-Haram.
Such recognition ceremonies are a way to motivate officers to continue striving for excellence in their duties and to reinforce the culture of accountability and merit-based reward within the department, he added.