Allama Khadim Hussain Rizvi passes away in Lahore

Allama Khadim Hussain Rizvi - File Photo

ISLAMABAD, Nov 19 (APP): Allama Khadim Hussain Rizvi, the leader of Tehreek-e-Labbaik Pakistan breathed his last Thursday night at Lahore, his party announced. He was 55. No reason for his death was given. His party officials said he was rushed to a hospital after he had problem breathing and had fever for past few days.… Continue reading Allama Khadim Hussain Rizvi passes away in Lahore

Indian media’s fake “civil war” in Pakistan, falls flat on face

In an abortive attempt to create diversion from Narendra Modi’s human rights abuses in Kashmir, the Indian media went berserk by propagating fake news about a “civil war” like situation in Karachi, triggering a hilarious response from the twitterati in Pakistan, who enjoyed every bit of the ridiculous reports. #CivilWarInPakistan and #KarachiCivilWar were in no… Continue reading Indian media’s fake “civil war” in Pakistan, falls flat on face

Encroachers create problems for pedestrians, shoppers in Cantt Bazaar

MULTAN, Mar 29 (APP): As Eid ul Fitr is approaching nearer, the traders have taken over all the streets of Cantonment Bazaar, causing congestion and blocking roads and footpaths resulting in difficulties for shoppers and residents alike. They have used obstacles such as counters, chairs, and tables to attract the customers pouring into the market… Continue reading Encroachers create problems for pedestrians, shoppers in Cantt Bazaar

Qawwali evening featuring Ustad Shahid Ali Khan held at Lok Virsa

ISLAMABAD, Mar 29 (APP): Qawwal Ustad Shahid Ali Khan entertained the audience with a devotional Qawwali performance here at Lok Virsa – National Institute of Folk and Traditional Heritage. He performed at “Mah-e-Isar O Aman – a cultural extravaganza featuring Naat and Tilawat competition, a captivating calligraphy exhibition, and tantalizing cultural foods organized by Lok… Continue reading Qawwali evening featuring Ustad Shahid Ali Khan held at Lok Virsa

Shipping activity at Port Qasim

KARACHI, Mar 29 (APP):Five ships namely, X-Press Mekong, Taxidiara, Kerala, Sky Runner and Al-Bidda and scheduled to load/offload Container, Cement, Furnace oil, Palm oil and LNG, berthed at Container Terminal, Multi-Purpose Terminal, Liquid Terminal, Elengy Terminal and Oil Terminal respectively on report period. A total of eleven ships were engaged at PQA berths during the… Continue reading Shipping activity at Port Qasim

Crackdown on gas pilferers in Sargodha

SARGODHA, Mar 29 (APP): The Sui Northern Gas PipeLines (SNGPL) Sargodha started a crackdown on pilferers of of gas in the region. According to a spokesman for SNGPL Executive Engineer Abdullah here on Friday, a total of four cases had already been registered during the financial year 2023-34 against pilferers. A fine of Rs 1.4… Continue reading Crackdown on gas pilferers in Sargodha

Tractor production increase 68% in Jul-Feb

ISLAMABAD, Mar 29 (APP): The production of farm tractors in the country witnessed an increase of 68.61 per cent to 31,915 units during the first eight months of the financial year 2023-24, against the production of 18,928 units during the same months last year 2022-23. During July-February, the production of trucks witnessed a decreasing trend… Continue reading Tractor production increase 68% in Jul-Feb

Kite seller among five held; narcotics, Kites recovered

DERA ISMAIL KHAN, Mar 29 (APP):The district police have arrested five accused including a kite seller recovering kites, strings, fireworks, and heroin from them here in the limits of the City police station. According to a police spokesman, following the directions of District Police Officer (DPO) Nasir Mehmood a team of City police station led… Continue reading Kite seller among five held; narcotics, Kites recovered

Currency rates of NBP

KARACHI, Mar 29 (APP):Following are the selling/buying rates of major currencies issued by the National Bank of Pakistan (NBP), here on Friday. CURRENCY SELLING BUYING USD 281.29 275.22 GBP 355.09 347.42 EUR 303.10 297.10 JPY 1.8593 1.8192 SAR 75.00 73.38 AED 76.60 74.94

One killed , two injured in road accident

ABBOTTABAD, Mar 29 (APP):One person was killed and two others sustained critical injuries when a forest department vehicle plunged into a deep gorge near Sialkot village of Thandiani area. According to the police sources, the accident resulted in the death of the forest guard. Rescue 1122 and locals recovered the dead body and injured from… Continue reading One killed , two injured in road accident

Disputes resolution, enhanced understanding vital for regional peace, stability: Pakistan’s India diplomat

ISLAMABAD, Mar 29 (APP): Pakistan’s charge d’affaires in India said that the goal of regional peace and stability could be achieved by enhancing mutual understanding, addressing shared concerns and resolving longstanding disputes including Jammu and Kashmir. “A cycle of perpetual conflict and tensions, is not our ordained destiny. We can emerge from the shadow of… Continue reading Disputes resolution, enhanced understanding vital for regional peace, stability: Pakistan’s India diplomat

Journalists call for global action to end Gaza’s humanitarian crisis

By Rehan Khan ISLAMABAD, Mar 28 (APP):Journalists hailing from various sections of media on Thursday expressed deep concern over the humanitarian crisis in Gaza and emphasized a global action to condemn Israel’s atrocities. A seminar titled ‘Gaza, a Holistic Perspective’, organized by the Palestine Foundation and the National Digital Journalists Club, attracted over 120 journalists… Continue reading Journalists call for global action to end Gaza’s humanitarian crisis

High Commissioner of Malaysia hosts Iftar dinner reception

ISLAMABAD, Mar 28 (APP): The High Commissioner of Malaysia to Pakistan, Ambassador Mohammad Azhar Mazlan, hosted an “Iftar Dinner Reception for Pakistan’s former participants of the Malaysia Technical Cooperation Programme (MTCP)”. The reception was graced by distinguished guests, including officials from Pakistan’s key ministries, the Malaysian High Commission, and Pakistan’s former participants of the MTCP,… Continue reading High Commissioner of Malaysia hosts Iftar dinner reception

Rain-windstorm/thunderstorm likely at various parts of country

ISLAMABAD, Mar 28 (APP): Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecast rain-windstorms/thunderstorms in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Gilgit-Baltistan, Kashmir, Punjab, Islamabad and north Balochistan. Heavy falls are expected at isolated places in upper Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Kashmir. Dust storms/dust-raising winds are likely in southern parts of the country. Moderate to heavy rainfall may trigger landslides in Upper Khyber… Continue reading Rain-windstorm/thunderstorm likely at various parts of country

Gov’t to form independent inquiry commission on ‘IHC judges’ letter’: Law Minister

ISLAMABAD: March 28 – Federal Minister for Law and Justice, Azam Nazeer Tarar and Attorney General of Pakistan, Mansoor Awan, address an important press conference. APP

ISLAMABAD, Mar 28 (APP): Minister for Law and Justice Azam Nazeer Tarar on Thursday said that the federal government has decided to place the IHC judges’ letter before cabinet meeting tomorrow for formation of an independent inquiry commission into the matter.  He said that the commission would be headed by a reputable retired judge and… Continue reading Gov’t to form independent inquiry commission on ‘IHC judges’ letter’: Law Minister

Senate elections in KP hang on reserve seat oath-taking, states ECP

ISLAMABAD, Mar 28 (APP): The Senate elections in the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Assembly depend on the oath-taking of reserve seats, said the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) in a seven-page verdict issued Thursday. In its verdict, the Election Commission warned of suspending the Senate poll until oaths are administered in the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province. The commission… Continue reading Senate elections in KP hang on reserve seat oath-taking, states ECP

Cabinet Division declares Naudero House as official residence of President

ISLAMABAD, Mar 28 (APP): The Cabinet Division has temporarily declared Naudero House including Rest House, Larkana as the official residence of President of Pakistan, besides the President House from March 10, 2024. The Naudero House, Larkana was temporarily declared the official residence of the President under the President’s Salary, Allowances and Privileges Act 1975.

FM, UK High Commissioner discuss bilateral ties

ISLAMABAD, Mar 28 (APP): United Kingdom High Commissioner to Pakistan Jane Marriott called on Minister for Foreign Affairs Ishaq Dar on Thursday and discussed various aspects of bilateral relations and regional developments. They agreed to further advance bilateral cooperation between Pakistan and the United Kingdom in all areas of mutual interest, including trade and investment,… Continue reading FM, UK High Commissioner discuss bilateral ties

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