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‘Russian Flag Day’ celebrated at Saint Joseph College

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Ali Ali
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KARACHI, Aug 22 (APP):A memorable event was held at Saint Joseph College to celebrate the “Russian Flag Day” here on Thursday.
This program was organised by a Russian house with the corporation of St Joseph College for Women.
The celebration began with an open speech about Russia and Pakistan’s relationship by Dr Asgar Dasti then Dr Natalia, who shared insights into the Russian flag, its history, and the significance of Russian-Pakistani friendship.
Michael then showcased the beauty of Russia, highlighting its notable places and the strong relationship between the two countries’ prime ministers.
Fariha Aqib did the quiz competition, where students were asked questions about Russia and its flag, and Pakistani Flag Winners were awarded gifts.
Dr Elizabeth expressed her gratitude to the guests for celebrating this special day with the college and its students.
The event concluded with a cake-cutting ceremony and distribution of lunch boxes to all students, marking a wonderful exchange of cultures and traditions.
The celebration was a testament to the strong bond between Russia and Pakistan, and the importance of cultural exchange programs.”

Rs. 124.7m educational scholarships given to cops children

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Ali Ali
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LAHORE, Aug 22 (APP):Under the education-friendly vision of Inspector General of Police (IGP) Punjab Dr. Usman Anwar, record scholarships are being issued for higher education of police employees’ children.
On IG Punjab’s instructions, priority efforts have been accelerated for educational welfare of police force children, with Rs. 1 billion being allocated this year for this initiative. He said that 1,445 students pursuing BS Honors have been awarded scholarships totaling over Rs. 82.2 million to cover their fees. This amount has been distributed to students enrolled in BS Honors degree programs across various districts, including Lahore. Similarly, Rs. 41.8 million in scholarships have been awarded to 489 students enrolled in Information Technology degree programs. In total, over Rs. 124.7 million has been distributed to students in both categories.

Chairperson Arab Monetary Fund Dr. Fahad M Alturki calls on Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif

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Khuram Maryam
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Chairperson Arab Monetary Fund Dr. Fahad M Alturki calls on Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif
APP45-220824 ISLAMABAD: August 22 – Chairperson Arab Monetary Fund Dr. Fahad M Alturki calls on Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. APP/TZD/ABB
Chairperson Arab Monetary Fund Dr. Fahad M Alturki calls on Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif
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CM Bugti issued directives for treatment of Ashraf Khan from abroad

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Ali Ali
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CM Balochistan
QUETTA, Aug 22 (APP):Balochistan Chief Minister Mir Sarfaraz Bugti has issued an order for the treatment of Ashraf Khan (24 years old), a resident of district Killa Saifullah from abroad at government expense.
Spokesperson of Balochistan government Shahid Rind said that the patient Muhammad Ashraf who is suffering from Cervical Spinal Cord be treated at the recommended hospital.
In that regard, Balochistan Chief Minister Mir Sarfraz Bugti has issued directives for the treatment of Muhammad Ashraf from abroad and the Health Department of Balochistan has been instructed to immediately complete the necessary procedures.
The spokesperson of the Balochistan government said that the provincial government would bear all the expenses being spent on the treatment of Muhammad Ashraf.
It may be mentioned that Ashraf Khan, a resident of Killa Saifullah, held a press conference last day that his neck bone was broken in an accident, due to which he is disabled. During a press conference, he appealed for financial assistance for the treatment.

IDSP holds Youth Skills event in Quetta

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Imran Munir
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QUETTA, Aug 22 (APP):IDSP University for Community Development on Thursday organized an event, International Youth Skills Day, in Quetta.
The purpose of the event was to empower young people with skills for a better tomorrow.
In this regard, IDSP University for Community Development involves various educational institutions and skilled workers. This event is part of the Pakistan Poverty Alleviation Fund (PPAF) project “Restoring Social Services and Climate Resilience”
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The Chief Guests included Commissioner Quetta Humza Shafqat, Principal of Poly Technical College guests Prof. Jamil, Al-Hamd University Quetta’s Urwa Javed, DG BTEVTA Quetta Tariq Mengal, DG NAVTTC Hassan Bukhsh Magsi, and Dr. Quratul Ain Bakhtyari, Founding Director of IDSP. In addition, students and skills workers highly appreciate the role of IDSP for organizing such events. The guests and participants visited different stalls and also appreciated entrepreneurs and skills workers for their efforts to introduce creative approaches in their small start-ups.
A panel session followed in which Hafeez Jamali, DG of Balochistan Civil Service Academy Quetta mentioned, “Youth is considered as a backbone of society. Empowering youth means empowering society for a better future.”
At the end of the session, Dr Quratul Ain Bakhtyari encouraged the efforts of the National Vocational and Technical Training Commission (NAVTTC) and Pakistan Poverty Alleviation Fund (PPAF) for their support and participation.

COAS emphasises significance of education, critical thinking & innovation in addressing contemporary security challenges

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RAWALPINDI, Aug 22 (APP): Chief of Army Staff (COAS), General Syed Asim Munir on Thursday emphasized the significance of education, critical thinking, and innovation in addressing contemporary security challenges.

He said this during a meeting with a delegation of 44 students from Harvard Business School (HBS) Trek-2024, representing nine different countries, who called on the COAS here at the General Headquarters, an Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR) news release said.

The interactive session provided a platform to share perspectives on Pakistan’s pivotal role in promoting regional peace and stability, its unwavering efforts against terrorism, and its commitment to upholding democratic values.

The Army Chief highlighted Pakistan’s vast potential and encouraged the attendees to form their own opinions based on personal experiences.

He also cautioned against the perils of misinformation and fake news in the digital age, urging the students to navigate this landscape with discernment.

The COAS highlighted Pakistan’s vast potential and encouraged the attendees to form their own opinions based on personal experiences.

He also cautioned against the perils of misinformation and fake news in the digital age, urging the students to navigate this landscape with discernment.

The Harvard students expressed their gratitude to the COAS for facilitating a constructive and enlightening interaction.

This engagement follows the COAS’s earlier interaction with students from various universities at the General Headquarters on 20 August, underscoring his commitment to nurturing and inspiring the nation’s youth.

SCCI delegation meets minister for industries

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Imran Munir
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SIALKOT, Aug 22 (APP):A detailed meeting between a delegation of Sialkot Chamber of Commerce and Industries (SCCI) and Minister for Industries, Commerce, Investment and Skills Development Punjab Chaudhry Shafay Hussain was held on Thursday, which discussed issues of restoration of cancelled plots of SEPZ, waiver of late construction and maintenance charges, execution of Sialkot Industrial Zone and allocation of funds for sustainable operations of Business Facilitation Center.
SCCI President Abdul Ghafoor Malik headed the delegation, along with the Sialkot business community representatives.
According to the SCCI, the meeting was held in a congenial environment for more than 90 minutes. The minister assured the SCCI delegation to resolve the issues in consultation with the Sialkot chamber.

SACM directs to expedite work on Jehangira-Swabi highway

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Imran Munir
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PESHAWAR, Aug 22 (APP):Special Assistant to the Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on Industries, Commerce, and Technical Education, Abdul Karim Tordher has directed the acceleration of the pace of construction work on the expansion project of Swabi-Jehangira highway and emphasized that the extension of bridges should be prioritized to ensure smooth traffic flow and minimize the risk of accidents.
He issued these directives while chairing a meeting to review the progress of construction work on the expansion project of the Jehangira-Swabi highway here on Thursday. The project is being executed by the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Highway Authority (PKHA).
The meeting was attended by Managing Director of PKHA Engineer Asad Ali, Director Engineer Sohail Idris, Deputy Director Engineer Kamran Khan, other officials, contractors, and consultants’ representatives.
The project to construct a dual carriageway on the Swabi-Jehangira Road is a significant provincial government initiative. It involves converting the remaining 11 kilometers of the road into a dual carriageway. The total cost of this project is 3,367.708 million rupees.
During the meeting, the Special Assistant was informed that the slabs on both bridges have been completed, and over 1 kilometer of asphalt layer has already been laid. Moreover, drains are being constructed on both sides of the road to address drainage issues. The completion of this project will benefit residents of Swabi and Nowshera as it serves as a crucial link between the two districts.
The Special Assistant stated that this project is of great importance for the transportation needs of the people of both districts and emphasized the need to accelerate the ongoing work on it. He assured that he would provide full support to resolve any obstacles to ensure the project’s swift completion.

Aurangzeb invites Dubai Islami Bank to enhance investments

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Muhammad Ashraf Wani
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ISLAMABAD, Aug 22 (APP):Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue, Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb here on Thursday invited the Dubai Islamic Bank to enhance its investment in the country; reaffirming the government’s dedication to maintaining a stable macroeconomic environment and ensuring that all necessary measures were in place to facilitate foreign investment.
The minister was talking to Group Chief Executive Officer (GCEO), Dr. Adnan Chilwan during a virtual meeting to discuss Pakistan’s economic trajectory and explore potential avenues for increased investment in the country.
The meeting was attended by Minister of State, Ali Parvez Malik, Secretary Finance and other senior officers from the Finance Division, according to press release issued by finance ministry.
The finance minister expressed gratitude for Dubai Islamic Bank’s continuous engagement with Pakistan’s financial sector, the press release added.
He highlighted the government’s commitment to strengthening economic ties with international partners, particularly in Islamic banking, and expressed optimism about future collaborations with Dubai Islamic Bank.
Aurangzeb provided an in-depth overview of Pakistan’s current economic scenario, emphasizing the progress made in stabilizing the economy and fostering a conducive environment for business and investment.
He highlighted key initiatives taken by the government such as broadening the tax base, enhancing the ease of doing business, the digitalization of the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR), and ongoing reforms and restructuring in state-owned enterprises (SOEs) and privatization.
On the occasion, Dr. Adnan Chilwan expressed appreciation for Pakistan’s economic policies and initiatives, and emphasized that Pakistan remains a strategically important market for Dubai Islamic Bank.
He reiterated bank’s interest in playing a larger role in the country’s financial growth, particularly in sectors such as Islamic banking, infrastructure and SME development.
The discussion underscored the importance of strengthening economic cooperation between Pakistan and Dubai Islamic Bank.
The meeting reflected the shared commitment of both parties to fostering sustainable economic development and further deepening financial ties between Pakistan and the UAE.

Ms. Coco Ushiyama, Representative and Country Director for WFP Pakistan called on Federal Minister for National Food Security and Research, Rana Tanveer Hussain

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Khuram Maryam
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Ms. Coco Ushiyama, Representative and Country Director for WFP Pakistan called on Federal Minister for National Food Security and Research, Rana Tanveer Hussain
APP24-220824 ISLAMABAD: August 22 - Ms. Coco Ushiyama, Representative and Country Director for WFP Pakistan called on Federal Minister for National Food Security and Research, Rana Tanveer Hussain. APP/TZD
Ms. Coco Ushiyama, Representative and Country Director for WFP Pakistan called on Federal Minister for National Food Security and Research, Rana Tanveer Hussain
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