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NDMA advisory alerts authorities, public amid Nowshera, Charsadda flood forecast

ISLAMABAD, Apr 26 (APP): The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) keeping in view the Federal Flood Commission forecastr of flooding expected in the upper areas of Kabul River due to heavy rains alerted relevant agencies and the public to take precautionary measures. According to the NDMA spokesperson, the areas of Nowshera and Charsadda may be… Continue reading NDMA advisory alerts authorities, public amid Nowshera, Charsadda flood forecast

Finance Minister reviews progress on FBR digitalization

ISLAMABAD, Apr 26 (APP): Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue, Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb here on Friday chaired the meeting of the Steering Committee on the Digitalization of the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR). The committee reviewed the progress made so far in the digitalization of FBR’s operations and explored the avenues to further enhance efficiency… Continue reading Finance Minister reviews progress on FBR digitalization

IPRI, ILA Italy ink MoU on cooperation in international law development

ISLAMABAD, Apr 26 (APP): The Italian Branch of the International Law Association (ILA Italy) and the Islamabad Policy Research Institute (IPRI) Friday signed a General Agreement for Cooperation to promote cooperation, information exchange and academic programs between the two Institutions on issues pertaining to understanding and development of international law. This strategic alliance marks a… Continue reading IPRI, ILA Italy ink MoU on cooperation in international law development

PRCS Chairman, Moroccan envoy discuss humanitarian relations

ISLAMABAD, Apr 26 (APP): Chairman Pakistan Red Crescent Society (PRCS) Sardar Shahid Ahmed Laghari held a courtesy meeting with Moroccan Ambassador Mohammed Karmoune at the Embassy of Morocco, signifying a pivotal moment in the humanitarian relationship between Pakistan and Morocco. The meeting marked a significant juncture in the humanitarian partnership between Pakistan and Morocco, emphasizing… Continue reading PRCS Chairman, Moroccan envoy discuss humanitarian relations

Defence Minister leads Pakistan’s delegation to Kazakhstan SCO moot

ISLAMABAD, Apr 26 (APP): Federal Minister for Defence & Defence Production Khawaja Muhammad Asif is leading the Pakistan delegation to Kazakhstan for the annual meeting of the Defence Ministers of member states of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO). The meeting reviewed the regional security issues, including the defence cooperation initiatives, a news release said. The… Continue reading Defence Minister leads Pakistan’s delegation to Kazakhstan SCO moot

PM chairs review meeting on power sector reforms

ISLAMABAD, Apr 25 (APP): Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Thursday chaired a high level third and final meeting to review reforms in the power sector. During the meeting, important decisions were taken about the transmission system of electricity and distribution companies. The prime minister approved in principle reforms and restructuring of the electricity transmission system especially… Continue reading PM chairs review meeting on power sector reforms

Chairman Senate passes ruling to constitute Special Committee of Upper House

ISLAMABAD, Apr 25 (APP): Chairman Senate, Syed Yousaf Raza Gilani on Thursday passed the ruling to constitute a special committee of the Upper House to ensure smooth functioning of legislative business. According to the ruling issued by the chair, in accordance with Rule 174 of the Rules of Procedure and Conduct of Business in the… Continue reading Chairman Senate passes ruling to constitute Special Committee of Upper House

Dar urges opposition to burry past, join hands to steer country out of challenges

ISLAMABAD, April 25 (APP): Leader of the House in Senate and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar on Thursday urged the opposition to join hands and burry the past to steer the country out of challenges. Replying to various points raised by leader of the Opposition in Senate Syed Shibli Faraz, the FM said that let… Continue reading Dar urges opposition to burry past, join hands to steer country out of challenges

Models, poster and quiz competition held at AIOU

ISLAMABAD, Apr 25 (APP): Allama Iqbal Open University (AIOU) organized a models, posters and quiz competitions among students of BS Chemistry yesterday on account of International Periodic Table Day. Dean, Faculty of Sciences, Prof Dr Hajra Ahmed graced the occasion as the chief guest. In her speech, Prof. Dr. Hajra emphasized the importance of such… Continue reading Models, poster and quiz competition held at AIOU

NACTA organizes 1st Annual Research Conference

ISLAMABAD, Apr 25 (APP): National Counter Terrorism Agency (NACTA) in collaboration with UNODC organized a crucial Research Conference on ‘Understanding Terrorism in Newly Merged Districts (NMDs) on Thursday. Speaking on the occasion, the National Coordinator NACTA, Muhammad Tahir Rai, Hilal-i-Shujaat and Sitara-i-Imtiaz observed that the discussions and insights garnered during the conference will go on… Continue reading NACTA organizes 1st Annual Research Conference

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