3,262 new Coronavirus cases reported; 55 deaths in past 24 hours

ISLAMABAD, Dec 04 (APP):The total active COVID-19 cases in Pakistan on Friday were recorded 51,507 as 3,262 more people tested positive for the deadly virus during the last 24 hours. Fifty Five corona patients, 49 of whom were under treatment in hospital and six out of hospital died on Thursday, according to the latest update… Continue reading 3,262 new Coronavirus cases reported; 55 deaths in past 24 hours

PM inaugurates Rs 14 bln farm to market roads’ construction programme

LAHORE, Nov 25 (APP):Prime Minister Imran Khan on Wednesday inaugurated the second phase of “Naya Pakistan – Manzilain Aaasan, Dahai Rasai” programme under which a total of 1,076 km roads would be constructed at a cost of Rs 14 billion. The programme would be monitored by the Provincial Steering Committee and the funds would be… Continue reading PM inaugurates Rs 14 bln farm to market roads’ construction programme

Indian diplomat summoned over groundless allegations against Pakistan

ISLAMABAD, Nov 21 (APP):The Indian Charge ‘d’ Affaires on Saturday was summoned to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to categorically reject the completely groundless allegations by the Prime Minister of India and Indian Ministry of External Affairs. In their statements, they sought to mischievously implicate Pakistan in some alleged planned attack in Nagrota in the… Continue reading Indian diplomat summoned over groundless allegations against Pakistan

Construction projects in Punjab, KPK to generate Rs1.1 trn economic activity; PM told

ISLAMABAD, Nov 20 (APP): Prime Minister Imran Khan Friday was told that Punjab and KPK governments had received applications for approval of construction projects over 50 million square feet area which would generate an economic activity of around Rs 1100 billion. During the weekly meeting of National Coordination Committee on Housing, Construction and Development, Punjab… Continue reading Construction projects in Punjab, KPK to generate Rs1.1 trn economic activity; PM told

National U19 Three-Day Tournament: Sindh’s Talha shines with the ball

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By Sohail Ali LAHORE, Nov 13 (APP): Sindh’s Talha Ahsan took five for 48 as Southern Punjab were bowled out for 183 on the opening day of the National U19 Three-Day, third round fixture on Friday at the Country Club in Muridke. After being put to bat, Southern Punjab were dismissed in the 57th over.… Continue reading National U19 Three-Day Tournament: Sindh’s Talha shines with the ball

HBL PSL 2020 resumes with HD production

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By Sohail Ali LAHORE, Nov 13 (APP): After an eight-month Covid-19 enforced break, the HBL Pakistan Super League 2020 moves to its business end with the playoffs getting underway with a double-header tomorrow Saturday at the National Stadium. The playoffs will be broadcast on PTV Sports and Geo Super in Pakistan and the coverage of… Continue reading HBL PSL 2020 resumes with HD production

Worse Covid-19 situation ahead, minister advises to follow SOPs strictly

ISLAMABAD, Nov 13 (APP): Minister for Health in Punjab Dr Yasmin Rashid on Friday warned the public about the worse Covid-19 situation ahead which could be further deteriorated if they would not practice precautionary measures. Talking to a private news channel, she expressed her serious concern over the spread of second wave of Covid -19… Continue reading Worse Covid-19 situation ahead, minister advises to follow SOPs strictly

2,304 new Coronavirus cases reported; 37 deaths in past 24 hours

ISLAMABAD, Nov 13 (APP): The total active COVID-19 cases in Pakistan on Friday were recorded 23,641 as 2,304 more people tested positive for the deadly virus during the last 24 hours. Thirty Seven corona patients, 32 of whom were under treatment in hospital and five out of hospital died on Thursday, according to the latest… Continue reading 2,304 new Coronavirus cases reported; 37 deaths in past 24 hours

SBP and PHF to establish centre of excellence for revival of hockey

Sohail Ali LAHORE, Nov 11 (APP): Director General Sports Punjab Adnan Arshad Aulakh said that Sports Board Punjab has taken a revolutionary measure and decided to establish a Center of Excellence for the revival of hockey. Hr said that the 10-year revolutionary project will be completed with the collaboration of Pakistan Hockey Federation (PHF). DG,… Continue reading SBP and PHF to establish centre of excellence for revival of hockey

Dr. Firdous Ashiq Awan appointed SACM Punjab on Information

LAHORE, Nov 02 (APP): Dr Firdous Ashiq Awan on Monday was appointed as Special Assistant to Chief Minister Punjab on Information. According to a notification issued here, Dr. Firdous Ashiq Awan will work as an aide to Punjab Chief Minister Sardar Usman Buzdar and she replaces SACM Javaid Akhter. Dr. Firdous Ashiq Awan has previously… Continue reading Dr. Firdous Ashiq Awan appointed SACM Punjab on Information

PM, Punjab CM discuss prices, availability of essential items

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Prime Minister Imran Khan and Chief Minister Punjab Sardar Usman Buzdar met in Lahore on Wednesday and discussed the situation regarding availability of essential items in the province. وزیر اعظم عمران خان سے وزیر اعلی پنجاب سردار عثمان بزدار کی ملاقات۔ وزیر اعلی نے پنجاب میں اشیا ضروریہ کی قیمتوں اور دستیابی کے حوالے سے… Continue reading PM, Punjab CM discuss prices, availability of essential items

LG Minister directs to recruit sanitation staff, procure machinery

PESHAWAR, Oct 13 (APP): The Provincial Minister for Local Government, Elections and Rural Development Akbar Ayub Khan Tuesday directed the Town-II administration to immediately start the process of recruitment of sanitation staff while modern machinery for the city should also be procured immediately. He said this during his visit to the Town-II office. Members of… Continue reading LG Minister directs to recruit sanitation staff, procure machinery

Punjab sports and youth affairs secretary visits sports arenas

By Sohail Ali LAHORE, Oct 12 (APP): Secretary Youth Affairs and Sports Punjab Ehsan Bhutta visited Ghakhar Sports Arena, Gujranwala E-Library and Gujrat sports schemes on Monday. He inspected various sports facilities including flood-lit cricket stadium, hockey stadium with an astro-turf, football stadium, badminton hall, tennis court and basketball court during his visit. He also… Continue reading Punjab sports and youth affairs secretary visits sports arenas

SBP installing network of top class sports facilities: DG SBP

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By Sohail Ali LAHORE, Oct 06 (APP): Director General (DG) Sports Board Punjab (SBP) Adnan Arshad Aulakh has said that the SBP, in line with the vision of Prime Minister Imran Khan, is installing a network of top class sports facilities in remote and far-flung areas of the province. He said here on Tuesday that… Continue reading SBP installing network of top class sports facilities: DG SBP

SBP DG inspects astroturf-laying work at hockey stadium in DG Khan

By Sohail Ali LAHORE, Sep 21 (APP): Director General (DG) Sports Board Punjab (SBP) Adnan Arshad Aulakh has said that the Punjab government is providing modern sports facilities in backward areas of the province. “A hockey stadium laced with modern facilities including astroturf, has been constructed in Dera Ghazi Khan,” he said during his visit… Continue reading SBP DG inspects astroturf-laying work at hockey stadium in DG Khan

Commissioner Lahore holds meeting with DG, SBP

By Sohail Ali LAHORE, Sep 07 (APP): Commissioner Lahore Division Zulfiqar Ahmed Ghumman had a meeting with Director General Sports Punjab Adnan Arshad Aulakh at National Hockey Stadium here on Monday. During the meeting, Zulfiqar Ahmed Ghumman and Adnan Arshad Aulakh discussed holding of various sports events and decided to hold mega sports events in… Continue reading Commissioner Lahore holds meeting with DG, SBP

Punjab Minister for Excise called on Punjab Minister for Sports

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By Sohail Ali LAHORE, Sep 01 (APP): Punjab Minister for Excise, Taxation and Narcotics Control Hafiz Mumtaz Ahmed called on Punjab Minister for Sports, Youth Affairs and Tourism Rai Taimoor Khan Bhatti and Director General Sports Punjab Adnan Arshad Aulakh here at National Hockey Stadium on Tuesday. Hafiz Mumtaz Ahmed thanked Rai Taimoor Khan Bhatti… Continue reading Punjab Minister for Excise called on Punjab Minister for Sports

Punjab Sorts Minister greets Zaheer Abbas on his induction in ICC’s Hall of Fame

Punjab Sorts Minister greets Zaheer Abbas on his induction in ICC’s Hall of Fame

By Sohail Ali LAHORE, Aug 24 (APP): Punjab Minister for Sports, Youth Affairs and Tourism Rai Taimoor Khan Bhatti has congratulated Pakistan’s former captain and batting legend Zaheer Abbas on being inducted into International Cricket Council (ICC)’s illustrious Hall of Fame club. In a greeting message here on Monday, Rai Taimoor Khan Bhatti said definitely… Continue reading Punjab Sorts Minister greets Zaheer Abbas on his induction in ICC’s Hall of Fame

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