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Pakistan, US vow to enhance mutually beneficial cooperation
Pakistan and the United States have reaffirmed commitment to further enhance mutually beneficial cooperation and to advance Pakistan-US dialogue in all domains. In response to media queries, Spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Mumtaz Zahra Baloch confirmed today that the resolve was expressed during telephone call between Foreign Minister…
Read More »Two-day Ministerial meeting of UN Peacekeeping Missions begins in Islamabad
The two-day Ministerial meeting of UN Peacekeeping Missions titled “Security and Safety of the UN Peacekeepers” kicked off at Center for International Peace and Stability in Islamabad on Wednesday. The meeting, which began with national anthem, paid rich tribute to those who were martyred while performing duties during the UN…
Read More »President expresses confidence in revival of country’s economy
President Dr. Arif Alvi has expressed confidence in the revival of the country’s economy, citing the potential of its youth as a driving force. Addressing the closing ceremony of an ICT related competition in Islamabad on Wednesday, he noted the exponential progress of the IT sector and its indispensability across…
Read More »Posters urge people to pay tribute to martyred Syed Ali Gilani
More posters have appeared in different areas of Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK) urging the people to conduct a march towards Hyderpora on Friday to pay tribute to the veteran Kashmiri leader, Syed Ali Gilani, on his 2nd martyrdom anniversary. The All Parties Hurriyet Conference and all pro-freedom…
Read More »Security forces kill four most wanted terrorists in Pishin
In Balochistan, four most wanted terrorists of a banned organization have been killed in an exchange of fire with security forces in Pashin district. According to a spokesman of Counter Terrorism Department, encounter took place during an intelligence based operation in Surkhab refugee Camp. Security forces have seized a huge…
Read More »Two-day Preparatory Meeting of UN Peacekeeping kicks off in Islamabad on Wednesday
A two-day Preparatory Meeting of the United Nations Peacekeeping under the theme of “Safety and Security of UN Peacekeepers” is being held in Islamabad tomorrow. Member States represented in the UN Special Committee on Peacekeeping Operations, comprising 156 countries, will participate along with local and international experts. Panel discussions will…
Read More »UN adopts Pakistan-backed resolution declaring Jan 26 as clean energy day
The UN General Assembly has adopted a resolution, co-sponsored by Pakistan, proclaiming January 26 as the International Day of Clean Energy. The text, which was adopted without a vote, underlined the 193-member Assembly’s commitment to protecting the environment. January 26 will become a platform to drive the adoption of policies…
Read More »IIOJK: Indian troops martyr civilian in Kupwara
In Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir, occupation troops in their fresh act of state terrorism have martyred a civilian in Kupwara district today. The troops martyred him during a cordon and search operation in Karnah area of the district. On the other hand, The All Parties Hurriyat Conference has…
Read More »Planning Minister calls for providing equal education opportunities to every child
Planning Minister Muhammad Sami Saeed has underscored the need to provide equal opportunities for education to every child. Chairing a meeting in Islamabad on Tuesday, he said concrete steps are being taken to improve condition of health, education and IT sectors. He said that a uniform syllabus, harmonious in meeting…
Read More »Punjab Governor terms provision of quality education to every citizen as state’s responsibility
Punjab Governor Muhammad Baligh ur Rehman says provision of quality education to every citizen is the responsibility of the state. Addressing a ceremony in Lahore today, he said that besides education, teachers ought to pay attention on the character building and training of the youth. He said that universities is…
Read More »ECP assures to hold free, fair polls as per constitution
The Election Commission of Pakistan has assured to hold the upcoming elections peacefully and impartially as per Constitution and the law. Chief Election Commissioner Sikandar Sultan Raja gave this assurance, while chairing two separate meetings in Islamabad on Tuesday. The meetings were aimed at reviewing the preparations regarding the upcoming…
Read More »PPP delegation holds consultations with ECP on election schedule
Pakistan People’s Party delegation held consultations with Election Commission of Pakistan in Islamabad on Tuesday to deliberate upon general elections schedule and delimitations. During the consultations, various proposals were discussed as per constitution to make electoral process more transparent. Later talking to media, PPP leaders Sherry Rehman, Syed Naveed Qamar,…
Read More »Caretaker Minister for Religious Affairs, Saudi envoy discuss bilateral ties
Saudi Ambassador Nawaf bin Said Al-Malki called on Minister for Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony Aneeq Ahmed in Islamabad today. During the meeting, a detail discussion was held on arrangements for upcoming Hajj, bilateral relations and issues being faced by the Ummah. Speaking on the occasion, the Minister said securing…
Read More »Stern action to be taken against drug traffickers: Bugti
Caretaker Interior Minister Sarfraz Ahmad Bugti says stern action will be taken against drug traffickers to make Pakistan a drug-free country. He said this while talking to Director General Anti-Narcotics Force Major General Muhammad Aniq Ur Rehman Malik who called on him in Islamabad today. Sarfraz Ahmad Bugti also called…
Read More »BISP conducts E-Kachehri to address beneficiaries’ concerns
The Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) today conducted E-Kachehri to address the grievances of the beneficiaries, in order to improve service delivery. This virtual event was aimed at directly engaging with beneficiaries and addressing their concerns in real-time, reinforcing BISP’s unwavering commitment to the welfare of the people. The E-Kachehri,…
Read More »APHC reiterates resolve to keep treading path of iconic leader Syed Ali Gilani till freedom from India
All Parties Hurriyat Conference has reiterated its resolve to keep treading the path of iconic leader, Syed Ali Gilani, till freedom from India is achieved. Voice Chairman of the forum, Ghulam Ahmed Gulzar in a statement in Srinagar said, Syed Ali Gilani was not just a personality but an institution…
Read More »President calls for measures to strengthen financial inclusion, gender equality
President, Dr. Arif Alvi has asked banking sector to impart awareness of their financial products and services to masses through modern means of communication. Chairing a meeting with representatives of banking industry in Karachi today, he said the banking institutions should take measures to further strengthen financial inclusion and gender…
Read More »All culprits of Jaranwala incident arrested: IG Punjab
Inspector General Punjab Dr Usman Anwar informed that all culprits of the Jaranwala incident have been arrested. Talking to newsmen in Lahore today, he informed that more than 300 people were investigated and over 180 people were arrested in this case. He said that no one is allowed to take…
Read More »A seminar titled “Police Awaam Saath Saath Team” held in Islamabad
A ceremony jointly organized by Pakistan Police and United States Institute of Peace, titled “Police Awaam Saath Saath Team” was held in Islamabad today. Speaking on the occasion, the US Deputy Chief of Mission Andrew Schofer assured that his country will continue to stand shoulder-to-shoulder with Pakistan Police to increase…
Read More »Pak to host UN Peacekeeping Ministerial Preparatory Meeting on Wednesday
A two-day Preparatory Meeting of the forthcoming United Nations Peacekeeping Ministerial under the theme of “Safety and Security of UN Peacekeepers” is being held in Islamabad on Wednesday. Pakistan is hosting this international event, while Japan is co-host of the meeting. The Foreign Minister and the Defence Minister of Pakistan…
Read More »Caretaker PM takes keen interest in Balochistan’s development: Ali Mardan
Caretaker Balochistan Chief Minister Mir Ali Mardan Khan Domki has said Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar takes keen interest in the development of Balochistan. In a tweet today, he said Caretaker Prime Minister was briefed about ongoing development projects of Balochistan and issues of law and order during his Quetta…
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