Adnan Siddiqui not attending APPNA in US By: Staff Report on June 22, 2022The iconic actor-producer Adnan Siddiqui will not be attending APPNA to be held in the US from July14-16 given that Indian artistes too will be part of the program. As a self-respecting Muslim, Siddiqui strongly condemns the insolent and obscene remarks made by Hindu right-wing Indian politicians against the beloved Prophet (PBUH). “My conscience will […]
Jabeur hails ‘unbelievable’ chance to pair up with Serena Williams By: Agencies on June 21, 2022LONDON: Ons Jabeur said Monday she “cannot wait” to team up with Serena Williams as the American star prepares to return to tennis at the Eastbourne International after nearly a year away. Williams, a 23-year-time Grand Slam singles champion, was last week handed a singles wildcard entry to Wimbledon, which starts next Monday. The 40-year-old […]
Tarar challenges PTI to hold open debate over NAB Act By: APP on June 20, 2022ISLAMABAD: Minister for Law and Justice Azam Nazir Tarar on Monday challenged the PTI leaders to hold an open debate with him over the National Accountability (Second Amendment) Act as only anomalies and flaws in the NAB law had been removed. Responding to a point of order in the Senate, Azam Tarar said the Pakistan […]
Masood Khwaja passes away By: APP on June 20, 2022 RAWALPINDI: Comedian-actor Masood Khwaja passed away here on Monday after a prolonged illness. Masood was hospitalized in Holy Family Hospital for a couple of days. He was senior actor who appeared in national television drama and gave some memorable performances. Masood Khawaja was popularly known for working in the Pakistani TV industry. For many years, […]
President underscores need to explore development opportunities in GB By: APP on June 18, 2022GILGIT: President Dr. Arif Alvi has underlined the need to explore further avenues for the development of Gilgit Baltistan as the prolific region was gifted with huge tourism opportunities. During a meeting with the members of the Gilgit Baltistan assembly the other day, the president expressed his optimism about Pakistan’s progress and development and cited […]
PTI completed all 34 items of the FATF action plan, Hamad Azhar claims By: Web Desk on June 18, 2022Former energy minister Hammad Azhar said on Saturday that India’s involvement has traditionally been negative anytime the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) examined Pakistan’s efforts in combatting terrorism and reducing money laundering, which the previous PTI administration underlined. “It was clear that India was attempting to utilize this platform for political objectives,” Azhar stated at […]
297,444 applications registered in e-draw for domestic pilgrims By: APP on June 16, 2022ISLAMABAD: Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Hajj and Umrah announced that 297,444 applications have been registered through the electronic draw by citizens with valid residency in the Kingdom for the 1443H/2022 Hajj season, comprising of 62 percent men and 38 percent of women. The ministry stated that the total number of completed applications exceeded 217,000 through […]
Crises will be over, only if … By: Adnan Asghar on June 15, 2022Currently, Pakistan is in a crisis situation. Some blame can be laid on the previous government’s mismanagement due to inexperience. However, the soaring prices of oil worldwide have also been a key factor in furthering the worsening economic situation in the country. Soaring rates of inflation and subsequent laying off of workers causing unemployment has […]
Pre-monsoon rain-thundershowers likely from June 15 (Wednesday) By: APP/ Web Desk on June 14, 2022ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecast Pre-monsoon rain-thundershowers in most parts of the country from Wednesday evening or night (June 15). The moist currents from Arabian Sea are likely to penetrate in upper parts of the country from June 15 evening or night. Rain-wind/thundershowers with few heavy falls are expected in Bhimber, Kotli, Mirpur, […]
133 Indian Sikh yatrees pay respects at Darbar Sahib Kartarpur By: APP on June 14, 2022LAHORE: A delegation of 133 Sikh yatrees reached Darbar Sahib Kartarpur from Nanakana Sahib to perform rituals and pay their respects at the resting place of the founder of Sikh religion Dev Ji Guru Nanak. Sikh Yatrees were warmly welcomed at Darbar Sahib Kartarpur by Sardar Giani Singh, Pardhan Darbar Sahib Kartarpur, and members of […]