The National Horse and Cattle Show 2025 commenced with grandeur at Fortress Stadium, Lahore on Sunday, after a hiatus of several years. The spectacular event was inaugurated by Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif and Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif, marking a vibrant celebration of Pakistan’s rich cultural and agricultural heritage. Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz […]
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Role of Maritime security increased in globalization era: Khawaja Asif
Defense Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif on Sunday said that the changes taking place at the global level have had an impact on all sectors. In this era of globalization, the role of maritime security has further increased. Addressing the inaugural ceremony of the “Aman Dialogue” organized by the Pakistan Navy here, the Defense Minister said […]
President IPP approves new setup in Punjab
Istehkam-e-Pakistan Party (IPP) has decided to divide the province into four zones after South Punjab and Central President Abdul Aleem Khan has appointed Presidents and General Secretaries of Western and Northern Punjab. According to the notification of the Party Secretariat, MNA Gul Asghar Baghor will be President of IPP North Punjab while former Provincial Minister […]
PM Shehbaz Sharif approves abolishing son quota in jobs
Prime Minister (PM) Shehbaz Sharif approved abolishing the son quota for recruiting a family member of an employee who passed away while in service, ARY News reported citing sources. PM Shehbaz approved changes to the job policy under the Prime Minister’s Assistance Package, the sources said, and added that the policy previously allowed a family […]
Poliovirus ‘detected’ in Azad Kashmir’s sewerage
According to reports, poliovirus traces were found in sewerage samples from 21 districts across the country. With this latest detection, the total number of positive polio sewage samples in 2025 has risen to 47. Health authorities have identified the presence of Wild Polio Virus Type 1 (WPV1) in these environmental samples, which were collected between […]
Prince Karim Aga Khan IV laid to rest in Egypt’s Aswan
The Aga Khan IV was laid to rest on Sunday at a private ceremony in Aswan, Egypt. The death of Prince Karim – the 49th hereditary imam of the Shiite Ismaili Muslims – was announced Tuesday by the Aga Khan Development Network and the Ismaili religious community. His son, 53-year-old Rahim Al-Hussaini, has been named […]
Shehbaz govt wins praise in KP for economic turnaround
In a significant shift following the 2024 General Election, the Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif-led coalition government has garnered widespread admiration for its decisive role in averting Pakistan’s potential financial collapse. The government’s strategic and financial moves, including securing vital agreements with the IMF and diplomatic support, have proven crucial in stabilizing the country’s economy during a […]
PEC Chairman unveils vision for engineering reforms
As Pakistan moves towards a rapidly evolving technological landscape, the Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC) is spearheading efforts to modernize engineering education, enhance professional standards, and equip engineers with globally competitive skills. In an exclusive interview with the APP, PEC Chairman, Engineer Waseem Nazir shared his vision for the future of engineering in Pakistan. With the […]
KP distributes supplements to pregnant women
In a significant step to combat maternal malnutrition, the Health Department of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) launched an initiative to provide Multi Micronutrient Supplements (MMS) free of cost to pregnant and lactating women across 12 districts of the province. The supplements, which contain 15 essential vitamins and minerals, including iron and folic acid, aim to reduce […]
NDMA sends humanatarian aid to Palestine, Lebanon, Syria
The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA), in partnership with the Al-Khidmat Foundation, dispatched the 23rd relief consignment of 50 tons of humanitarian aid on Sunday to support war-affected individuals in Palestine, Lebanon, and Syria. Under the prime minister’s directives, a total of 1,803 tons of relief supplies have been delivered so far to assist affected […]