Govt not going anywhere, says Sh Rashid

LAHORE, Mar 24 (APP):Interior Minister Sheikh Rashid Ahmed has said that Punjab Chief Minister Sardar Usman Buzdar would stay in his position, and the federal government is also not going anywhere. Addressing a press conference here on Thursday, he said that Usman Buzdar was also standing with Prime Minister Imran Khan like a rock. He… Continue reading Govt not going anywhere, says Sh Rashid

Rashid urges PM’s voters, supporters to gather during no-confidence move

Rasheed urges PM’s voters, supporters to gather during no-confidence move

ISLAMABAD, Mar 10 (APP): Minister for Interior Sheikh Rashid Ahmad on Thursday urged all the voters and supporters of Prime Minister Imran Khan to gather in front of Parliament House at D-Chowk on the day of no-confidence motion. In a tweet, he said ‘Insha’Allah’ they would offer thanksgiving prayer to Allah Almighty after the victory.

Govt. committed to resolve minorities problems: Sheikh Rashid

ISLAMABAD, Dec 23 (APP):Minister for Interior Sheikh Rashid Ahmad on Thursday said the government was committed to resolve all problems being faced by the minorities including Christian community. He expressed these views while addressing an event at Capital Development Authority in connection with Christmas celebrations. The minister said he would make his best efforts to… Continue reading Govt. committed to resolve minorities problems: Sheikh Rashid

Police to work hard to come upto expectations of people: Sh Rashid

Police to work hard to come upto expectations of people: Sh Rashid

ISLAMABAD, Nov 25 (APP): Minister for Interior Sheikh Rashid Ahmad on Thursday said police would have to work hard to come upto the expectations of the people. Addressing the passing out parade of Assistant Superintendents of Police held here at National Police Academy, the Interior Minister emphasized the need for better relations between police and… Continue reading Police to work hard to come upto expectations of people: Sh Rashid

All set to table electoral reforms bill in Parliament’s joint sitting: Rashid

ISLAMABAD: November 15, Federal Minister for Information & Broadcasting Chaudhary Fawad Hussain, Interior Minister Sheikh Rashid Ahmed and Special Assistant to the Prime Minister on Political Communication Dr. Shahbaz Gill talking to media persons. APP photo by Saeed-ul-Mulk

ISLAMABAD, Nov 15 (APP): Minister for Interior Sheikh Rashid Ahmad on Monday said all the coalition government partners were unanimous to pass the electoral reforms bill that would be tabled in a joint sitting of the Parliament, scheduled to be held on Wednesday. “All the coalition partners including Pakistan Muslim League-Q, Grand Democratic Alliance (GDA)… Continue reading All set to table electoral reforms bill in Parliament’s joint sitting: Rashid

Rashid urges to follow teachings of Allama Iqbal

ISLAMABAD, Nov 09 (APP):Minister for Interior, Sheikh Rashid Ahmad on Tuesday urged the need for imbibing the teachings of national poet Allama Muhammad Iqbal and making sincere efforts to steer the nation out of all challenges. In a message in connection with the 44th birth anniversary of Allama Muhammad Iqbal, Sheikh Rashid said, “His thoughts… Continue reading Rashid urges to follow teachings of Allama Iqbal

UN Group certification of Pak Rescue Team great achievement: Sh Rashid

UN Group certification of Pak Rescue Team great achievement Sh Rashid

LAHORE, Nov 04 (APP): Federal Interior Minister Sheikh Rashid Ahmad Thursday felicitated the Pakistan Rescue Team (PRT), saying that it was a big honour that the Pakistan team was the first one in South Asia to obtain certification from the United Nations (UN) International Search and Rescue Advisory Group (INSARAG). He said that rescuers render… Continue reading UN Group certification of Pak Rescue Team great achievement: Sh Rashid

Eid Milad-un-Nabi (SAW) to be celebrated with great reverence: Sheikh

ISLAMABAD, Oct 16 (APP):Minister for Interior, Sheikh Rashid Ahmad on Saturday said that on the directives of Prime Minister Imran Khan, Eid Milad-un-Nabi (SAW) would be celebrated in a grand manner across the country with religious fervor and respect. Talking to media, he said that all arrangements had been finalized for holding the functions on… Continue reading Eid Milad-un-Nabi (SAW) to be celebrated with great reverence: Sheikh

New air security unit to be launched in capital this week: Sheikh

ISLAMABAD, Oct 04 (APP):Minister for Interior Sheikh Rashid Ahmad on Monday said that a new air security unit would be launched this week with having 12 drones to provide a faultless security system to the citizens of the federal capital. Addressing a press conference, he said that in order to ensure foolproof security and controlling… Continue reading New air security unit to be launched in capital this week: Sheikh

Sheikh condemns terrorists’ attack on security forces

ISLAMABAD, Oct 02 (APP):Minister for Interior, Sheikh Rashid Ahmad on Saturday condemned the attack of terrorists on security forces personnel in North Waziristan’s Spinwam. In a message, he said that it was sad to know that security forces personnel were martyred in terrorists’ attack. He prayed to Allah Almighty to rest the departed souls in… Continue reading Sheikh condemns terrorists’ attack on security forces

Govt to soon expose conspirators behind NZ team’s tour cancellation: Sheikh

ISLAMABAD, Sep 27 (APP): Minister for Interior Sheikh Rashid Ahmad on Monday said that the government would soon expose those elements involved in the conspiracy behind the cancellation of the New Zealand cricket team tour to Pakistan as the investigation was in the final stages. Addressing a press conference, he said that the summary for… Continue reading Govt to soon expose conspirators behind NZ team’s tour cancellation: Sheikh

Sheikh Rashid appeals citizens to ensure vaccination against COVID-19

ISLAMABAD, Sep 25 (APP): Minister for Interior Sheikh Rashid Ahmad on Saturday appealed to the citizens to ensure vaccination against COVID-19 to avoid various restrictions after September 30. In a public message, the minister said citizens should complete both doses of the coronavirus vaccine to protect themselves, their family members, and society members from this… Continue reading Sheikh Rashid appeals citizens to ensure vaccination against COVID-19

Sheikh denies any ‘real threat’ to NZ cricket team

ISLAMABAD, Sep 22 (APP):Minister for Interior Sheikh Rashid Ahmad on Wednesday categorically said that there was no ‘real threat’ to the New Zealand cricket team, terming it all just a “drama’ created for the purpose. “Abrupt abandonment over security fear and deciding to return back shows there is a conspiracy behind the cancellation of this… Continue reading Sheikh denies any ‘real threat’ to NZ cricket team

Govt traces terrorists behind Gwadar, Quetta incidents: Sheikh

ISLAMABAD, Sep 06 (APP):Minister for Interior, Sheikh Rashid Ahmad on Monday said that the government had achieved a major success in tracing the origin of attackers behind Gwadar and Quetta terrorist incidents. Addressing a press conference, the minister said that suicide bombers in Gwadar blast, took place on August 20 and another explosion targeting FC… Continue reading Govt traces terrorists behind Gwadar, Quetta incidents: Sheikh

Pakistan’s security agencies vigilant to respond enemies’ threats: Sheikh Rashid

ISLAMABAD, Sep 2 (APP): Minister for Interior, Sheikh Rashid Ahmad on Thursday said that the Pakistan Army was proficiently accomplishing its responsibility to safeguard the country and performing duties on borders to protect every inch of the motherland. Talking to media persons, he said that Pakistan’s security agencies were vigilant to respond any threat from… Continue reading Pakistan’s security agencies vigilant to respond enemies’ threats: Sheikh Rashid

No ‘refugee status’ given to anyone so far: Sheikh Rashid

ISLAMABAD, Aug 30 (APP): Minister for Interior, Sheikh Rashid Ahmad on Monday clarified that so far no ‘refugee status’ had been granted to anyone in wake of foreigners’ evacuation and takeover of the Taliban in Afghanistan. Addressing a press conference, he said that on daily basis, many people come and return back from the Chaman… Continue reading No ‘refugee status’ given to anyone so far: Sheikh Rashid

India’s outcry over Afghanistan situation shows disgraceful defeat: Sheikh Rashid

ISLAMABAD, Aug 25 (APP): Minister for Interior, Sheikh Rashid Ahmad on Wednesday said evacuation from Afghanistan and shutting up its consulates was an ample proof of depressed India’s shameful defeat there. “India’s hue and cry on prevailing Afghanistan situation was natural outcome as they faced a shameful defeat there and the whole world was well… Continue reading India’s outcry over Afghanistan situation shows disgraceful defeat: Sheikh Rashid

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