The Council of Pakistan Newspaper Editors (CPNE) has expressed serious concern at reports of the government’s intention to remove some newspapers from the media list and warned of protests if such a decision is taken. The standing committee of CPNE met via video link on Friday. The meeting was presided over by Acting President CPNE […]
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Pakistan, Royal Saudi Naval Forces joint drill Naseem Al Bahr-XIII commences
The major joint Naval Exercise Naseem Al Bahr-XIII between Pakistan Navy (PN) and Royal Saudi Naval Forces (RSNF) commenced here on Sunday. The exercise was aimed to consolidate the existing strong bilateral relations between Pakistan Navy and Royal Saudi Naval Forces, said a Pakistan Navy media release. The exercise included joint conduct of maritime security […]
Pakistan sends 13 more trucks of aid to Afghanistan
Pakistan on Sunday sent 13 more trucks of humanitarian aid to Afghanistan via the Torkham border. According to a statement by the Pak-Afghan Cooperation Forum, which made arrangements for the food trucks to be sent, 174 tons worth of flour, rice, and pulses were sent to the country. The aid was handed over by PACF’s […]
Punjab decides to set up ‘smart universities’
A high level meeting was held under the chair of Punjab Chief Minister Sardar Usman Buzdar which reviewed the matters related to the Higher Education department. The Chief Minister was briefed about the progress on setting up of 15 new universities in the province. During the meeting the public-private partnership and joint venture in establishing […]
President shares Brother Ali’s song eulogizing Kashmiri struggle
President Dr Arif Alvi on Sunday shared a melodious item of renowned US rapper Brother Ali in which the singer paid tribute to the valour and sacrifices of oppressed Kashmiris in the Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK). The 2:20 minutes rap titled ‘Don’t walk away’ is produced by Kashmir Civitas. “Every word, every […]
Multiple steps taken for true Islamic welfare state: Farrukh
State Minister for Information & Broadcasting Farrukh Habib said on Sunday that multiple steps taken by the PTI government would lay a strong foundation for a true Islamic welfare state like Riyasat-e-Madinah. Inaugurating a utility store, he said that it was one of the most neglected areas of his constituency where a majority of people […]
Punjab takes steps to ensure Covid SOPs implementation
Provincial Transport Authority (PTA) was taking effective steps to ensure implementation on Covid-19 related Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) issued by National Command and Operation Centre (NCOC) in public transport including bus stations. Talking to APP here on Sunday, Provincial Transport Authority (PTA) Secretary Naeem Bukhari said, “We are focused on strict enforcement of transport related […]
Sunnah to be highlighted in Juma sermons, says Ashrafi
Special Representative to Prime Minister on Religious Affairs Hafiz Tahir Mehmood Ashrafi Sunday said that in the months of Rabiul Awwal and Rabius Saani, Juma [Friday] sermons would be delivered in the light of the Holy Prophet Sunnah, the teachings and practices of Hazrat Muhammad (Peace Be Upon Him). Addressing a press conference here, he […]
World Habitat Day to be marked today
World Habitat Day will be marked on Oct 4 (Monday) across the globe including Pakistan aims to remind people that they are responsible for the habitat of future next generations. The UN’s World Habitat Day was first celebrated in 1986 with the theme “Shelter is My Right”. Various activities around the world will be organized […]
Pakistan hosts 53rd World Military Shooting Championship 2021
The opening ceremony of 53rd World Military Shooting Championship (Shotgun) 2021 was held at Lahore under the auspices of Conseil International du Sport Militaire (CISM), commonly known as International Military Sports Council. Corps Commander Lahore, Lieutenant General Muhammad Abdul Aziz was the chief guest on the occasion, said an Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR) media […]