Memon highlights steps to improve Karachi’s transport system By: APP on November 22, 2024Sindh Senior Minister Sharjeel Inam Memon, highlighting Sindh government’s initiatives for improving Karachi’s intracity public transport system, on Thursday vowed to make better commuting facilities available to people in all cities of the province. Sharjeel Memon, stated while speaking to a journalist delegation of the Court Reporters Association here. The delegation, comprised Liaquat Ali Rana, […]
Hajj pilgrims to get passports in 24 hours with new facility By: Agencies on November 22, 2024The Director-General of Passports has announced the establishment of special counters for Hajj pilgrims, enabling them to receive their passports within 24 hours. According to Mustafa Jamal Qazi, the Director-General of Passports, special desks will be set up at all regional offices, including the headquarters, and this service will also be available at passport offices […]
Restrictions relaxed in Punjab as air quality improves By: Agencies on November 22, 2024The Punjab government announced on Thursday the resumption of outdoor activities as the air quality and smog crisis improve in Lahore and other cities of the province. According to the notification, outdoor activities and destinations including parks – both public and private – historical sites, monuments, museums, sporting events, play lands, exhibitions and festivals have […]
Pakistan and China sign defence equipment agreements at IDEAS 2024 By: Agencies on November 22, 2024Pakistan and China have signed defence equipment agreements during the ongoing IDEAS 2024 exhibition in Karachi. The IDEAS 2024 defence exhibition is taking place at the Expo Centre in Karachi, now on its third day. Several international companies have signed agreements and memorandums of understanding (MOUs), including defence equipment deals between Pakistan and China. The […]
Punjab decides not to issue NOCs for housing schemes near rivers By: Amir Mahmood Butt on November 22, 2024An important meeting on private housing societies was held under the chairmanship of Senior Member Board of Revenue Punjab, Nabeel Javed. The meeting was attended by Secretary Housing Tayyab Fareed, Special Secretary Admin Local Government Muhammad Arshad, DG LDA Tahir Ali, and other officials. Addressing the meeting, the SMBR stated that the Government of Punjab […]
Minister highlights Pakistan’s investment potential at COP29 By: APP on November 22, 2024Federal Minister for Communications, Privatization and Board of Investment, Abdul Aleem Khan highlighted Pakistan’s investment potential in key meetings with Turkish Minister for Transport and Infrastructure Abdulkadir Uraloglu and Azerbaijani Minister of Digital Development and Transport Rashad Nabiyev at COP29 on Thursday. Aleem Khan said meetings with Turkish and Azerbaijani ministers, focusing on strengthening ties […]
ECP disqualifies Adil Bazai over floor crossing By: Agencies on November 22, 2024The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has disqualified MNA Adil Khan Bazai over floor crossing, ARY News reported. As per details, the commission announced its verdict today (Wednesday) on disqualification references filed against Bazai. Bazai, an independent candidate from Quetta, had initially submitted an affidavit joining the PML-N, only to switch allegiance to the Sunni […]
CJCSC visits IDEAS, holds talks with foreign officials By: APP on November 22, 2024General Sahir Shamshad Mirza, NI (M), Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee (CJCSC) on Thursday visited the 12th International Defence Exhibition and Seminar (IDEAS-24) and held wide-ranging talks on the sidelines. The CJCSC held separate meetings with numerous officials including Defence Ministers, Commanders of Armed Forces and other important officials from different countries, including Turkiye, […]
PTI founder’s statement reflects growing anxiety, frustration: Tarar By: APP on November 22, 2024Federal Minister for Information Broadcasting, National Heritage and Culture Attaullah Tarar on Thursday said that the PTI founder’s statement from jail, seeking release to delay protests, reflected his growing anxiety and frustration. In a striking comment on the PTI founder’s statement, Attaullah Tarar said that the statement, “If you release me from jail, I will […]
IDEAS solidifies Pakistan’s position as key player in global defence: Sindh CM By: APP on November 22, 2024Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah on Thursday said that IDEAS 2024 has further solidified Pakistan’s position as a key player in global defence and diplomacy, with the nation firmly committed to fostering peace through strength and collaboration. He noted that Karachi witnessed a momentous occasion today as Pakistan hosted the International Defence Exhibition […]