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President emphasizes upon expansion of insurance sector
President Dr. Arif Alvi has emphasized upon the expansion of the insurance sector and the need to create awareness regarding the possible risks in the insurance coverage. Addressing a ceremony at the Federal Insurance Ombudsman Secretariat in Karachi on Saturday, the President appreciated the achievements of FIO in resolving public grievances through amicable settlements of […]
President upholds “Removal from Service” punishment of NAB officer over leaking confidential information
President Dr Arif Alvi has upheld the punishment of “Removal from Service” of an ex Assistant Director of the National Accountability Bureau (NAB), Sukkur, Mr Faheemullah, over the leaking of classified/confidential information that led to the escape of an accused person from arrest. The President rejected the appeal of Mr Faheemullah against the major penalty […]
President Xi calls on BRICS countries to build global community of security for all
Chinese President Xi Jinping has called on the BRICS countries to work together to build a global community of security for all. He made the remarks while delivering a video address at the opening session of the BRICS Foreign Ministers’ meeting. The Chinese President called on the five BRICS countries to engage in dialogue and […]
Turkey ready to share its defence expertise with Pakistan: Erdogan
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan says his country is ready to share its defence expertise with Pakistan. In a video message for the launching ceremony of the MILGEM-class corvette ship, he said the MILGEM project is an indication for the developments to come. He said most modern weapons and sensors have been used to build […]
Virat Kohli to be invited for KPL second edition
Kashmir Premier League (KPL) President Arif Malik announced to send an invitation to Indian cricketer Virat Kohli to become part of the second edition of the league, scheduled to be staged from August 1 to 14 in Muzaffarabad, AJK. Malik said a formal invitation will be sent to Virat Kohli. He said Virat Kohli will […]
President urges youth to put in all passionate efforts for country’s development
President Dr. Arif Alvi has urged the youth to put in all their passionate efforts for development and prosperity of the country. Addressing inaugural session of a two-day National Youth Convention in Islamabad on Wednesday, the President asked the youth to lay special focus […]
Sri Lanka: Ruling party blocks no-confidence motion against President by majority of 51 votes
In Sri Lanka, the ruling party has blocked no-confidence motion in the Parliament against President Gotabaya Rajapaksa by majority of 51 votes. The motion moved by Member of Parliament, M.A Sumanthiran to suspend the Standing Orders to debate on the opposition’s motion, accused President Rajapaksa of being responsible for the economic crisis and mismanaging the […]
President summons Senate session on May 23
President Dr. Arif Alvi has summoned the Senate session on Monday at four pm. The session has been summoned under Article 54 (1) of the constitution on the advice of the Prime Minister.
President underscores need to develop broad-based partnership b/w Pakistan, Saudi Arabia
President Dr. Arif Alvi has underscored the need to develop a strategic and broad-based partnership between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia in different fields for mutual interest of both countries. He was talking to Ambassador of Saudi Arabia to Pakistan Nawaf bin Saeed Ahmad Al-Malkiy who called on him in Islamabad on Tuesday. The President […]
FM Bilawal pays tribute to services of UAE President
Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari visited UAE embassy to offer his condolence on the death of UAE President Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan. He paid tribute to the wise leadership of President Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan. He said services of Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan in strengthening the bilateral relations between […]
Sheikh Mohamed bin Al Zayed elected UAE president
Federal Supreme Council of the United Arab Emirates has elected Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan President of the United Arab Emirates.
AJK President appeals to int’l human rights bodies to take serious notice of Modi’s govt’s illegal steps in IIOJ&K
AJK President Barrister Sultan Mehmood Chaudhary has appealed to international human rights bodies to take serious notice of Modi’s government’s illegal steps in the Indian Illegally Occupied Kashmir including delimitations. Talking to newsmen in Muzaffarabad, he said Modi’s government has started unconstitutional and illegal steps since 5th August 2019 and conspiring to change the Muslim […]
UAE President Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed passes away
United Arab Emirates President Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan has died, state news agency WAM reported on Friday. “The Ministry of Presidential Affairs condoles the people of the UAE, the Arab and Islamic nation and the world over the demise of His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the president of the UAE,” […]
President approves reconstitution of CCI
President Dr Arif Alvi has approved the reconstitution of the Council of Common Interests. The approval was granted on the advice of the Prime Minister under Article 153 of the Constitution. The Council of Common Interests, headed by the Prime Minister, comprises Chief Ministers of the four provinces and three nominated Federal Ministers. Accordingly, Minister […]
Yoon Suk-yeol takes oath as South Korea’s new President
South Korea’s new President Yoon Suk-yeol took oath of office on Tuesday at a ceremony in the capital Seoul. Speaking on the occasion, the South Korean President vowed to keep door open for dialogue with North Korea to defuse ongoing tensions in Korean Peninsula.
President approves appointment of Ashtar Ausaf Ali as AGP
President Dr. Arif Alvi has approved appointment of Ashtar Ausaf Ali as Attorney General of Pakistan (AGP). The President accorded approval to the appointment on the advice of the Prime Minister under Article 100 (1) of the constitution. The post of the attorney general of Pakistan had been lying vacant after resignation of Khalid Javed […]
LHC asks President to nominate person for administering oath to Punjab CM
Lahore High Court has asked the President to nominate any person for administering oath to newly elected Punjab Chief Minister Hamza Shahbaz Sharif during the next twenty-four hours and also disposed-off the writ petition filed by Hamza Shahbaz Sharif in this regard. In his decision, Chief Justice Lahore High Court, Justice Ameer Bhatti stated that […]
Pakistan greatly values its relations with the European Union: PM
President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen made a telephone call to Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif today [Friday], and congratulated him on assuming the office of the Prime Minister. During the conversation, he underlined the European Commission’s desire to further strengthen bilateral relationship with Pakistan. The Prime Minister thanked for the felicitations […]
Pakistan greatly values its relations with Nigeria: President
Pakistan and Nigeria have emphasized the need for increasing cooperation in various fields for the mutual benefit of the two countries. This was discussed during a meeting between the visiting Nigerian Defence delegation, led by Chief of Defence Staff of Nigerian Armed Forces General Lucky Eluonye Onyenuchea Irabor and President Dr Arif Alvi in Islamabad […]
President lauds scientists for enhancing country’s defence capabilities
President Dr. Arif Alvi says successful test conducted of Shaheen III, a nuclear capable ballistic missile, gives us confidence and pride in our defense capabilities. In a tweet today [Sunday], he said, Pakistan is safe because our scientists have ensured peaceful nuclear deterrence and delivery. Earlier, Pakistan had conducted successful flight test of Shaheen-III surface-to-surface […]
IHC directs DAG to arrange meeting of Baloch students with President
Islamabad High Court has instructed the Deputy Attorney General to arrange a meeting of Baloch students with the President of Pakistan to address their grievances. Chief Justice Athar Minallah heard the petition filed by the Baloch students against their alleged harassment. The court directed the Secretary to the President to submit report on next hearing […]
President Alvi asks IIUI to enhance physical, online educational infrastructure to increase graduates
President Dr. Arif Alvi has asked the International Islamic University Islamabad (IIUI) to further enhance its physical and online educational infrastructure to increase the number of quality graduates. He further asked the Rector to double the educational shifts in the University and come up with a proposal within 3 months in this regard. President Dr. […]