Dr Faisal Mushtaq inducted as Honorary Rotarian, Decorated as Ambassador of Rotary Pakistan By: ABC on August 18, 2023ISLAMABAD: In recognition of his remarkable contributions and unwavering dedication to the education sector and community service, Founder & CEO Roots Millennium Education Group Dr. Faisal Mushtaq TI has been inducted as an Honorary Rotarian and decorated as the Ambassador of Rotary Pakistan. This prestigious recognition highlights his outstanding efforts in shaping the future of […]
Caretaker Health Minister commits to make Pakistan polio-free By: ABC on August 18, 2023ISLAMABAD: Dr Nadeem Jan, Caretaker Federal Health Minister, visited the National Emergency Operations Centre (NEOC) on his first day in office and affirmed that polio eradication will feature prominently among his principal priorities during his tenure. Speaking at the NEOC on Friday, Dr Jan stated: “This visit holds great significance for me. I will ensure […]
Interim Health Minister Dr Nadeem Jan takes charge By: ABC on August 18, 2023ISLAMABAD: After taking oath on Thursday Dr. Nadeem Jan, Caretaker Federal Minister took charge of his office on Friday. Federal Health Secretary Iftikhar Ali Shallwani and officers welcomed the Health Minister. Dr. Nadeem Jan held introductory meeting with Ministry of Health’s officers and Head of Departments. The Federal Minister for Health said we will use […]
Hamza Amin of Pakistan wins the golf championship By: webdesk on August 15, 2023KARACHI: Hamza Amin, a Pakistani golfer married to celebrated actor Ushna Shah, won the Austrian National Open Golf Championship in Oberwaltersdorf, Austria, defeating the elements and a strong challenge from European Tour champion Martin Wiegele, according to The News on Tuesday. Hamza’s father, the great Taimur Hassan, was on the bag, making the victory even […]
Mango festival celebrates 75 years of ties By: AFP on August 10, 2023ISLAMABAD: A colourful Pakistani Mango Festival was held in The Hague by the Pakistani Embassy in the Netherlands to commemorate 75 years of diplomatic ties between Pakistan and the Netherlands. Ambassadors, members of the diplomatic community, Dutch authorities, and business executives from both the Dutch and Pakistani economies were all present with enthusiasm at the […]
Petrol, diesel prices hiked massively in ‘national interest’ By: webdesk on August 1, 2023Prices for gasoline and diesel skyrocketed in ‘Ishaq Dar, the finance minister, announced on Tuesday that the price of gasoline in Pakistan has raised by Rs19.95 per litre to Rs272.95 for the upcoming bimonthly review. Dar stated that the action was taken in accordance with “national interests.” The announcement was scheduled on July 31, but […]
KE not controlled by AsiaPak Investments but original stakeholders By: Agencies on July 28, 2023KARACHI: In recent times, the complex ownership structure of Karachi Electric (KE), a pivotal cornerstone of Pakistan’s national security infrastructure, has become a subject of intense scrutiny in relation to the on-going proceedings at the Cayman Island Court for the full control of the KE. The ownership structure has come under discussion after it was […]
PUBG love story: Pakistani woman and Indian lover swear only ‘death will do them apart’ By: AFP on July 13, 2023INDIA, RABPURA: A Pakistani mother of four and her young Indian sweetheart fell in love while playing PUBG, a free-to-play battle royale video game, and stated their bond was stronger than foreign rivalry, and only death would separate them. During the coronavirus epidemic in 2020, the love-struck pair from arch-rivals met while playing the internet […]
Fitch upgrades Pakistan’s sovereign rating to CCC after IMF deal By: Reuters on July 10, 2023ISLAMABAD, July 10 (Reuters) – Fitch credit rating agency on Monday upgraded Pakistan’s long-term foreign currency issuer default rating to CCC from CCC-, a positive sign for a country reeling under its worst economic crisis. Fitch said in a statement the upgrade reflected the country’s improved external liquidity and funding conditions following a staff level agreement […]
NA speaker congratulates Fahad Shehbaz for winning the Int’l Diana Award By: webdesk on July 10, 2023NA speaker congratulates Fahad Shehbaz for winning Int’l Diana Award. Raja Pervez Ashraf says Fahad a shining example of bringing about positive change in society. National Assembly Speaker Raja Pervez Ashraf congratulated Pakistani youth Fahad Shehbaz on winning the International Diana Award. Fahad received a prestigious Diana Award from the United Kingdom for his exceptional […]