‘Yoga, meditation counters gene expression changes that cause stress’ on June 18, 2017In a new study, researchers have uncovered a molecular explanation for the stress-relieving effects of such practices. Study leader Ivana Buric, of the Centre for Psychology at Coventry University in the United Kingdom, and colleagues found that mind-body interventions (MBIs) “reverse” changes in DNA that cause stress. For their study, the researchers looked at whether […]
ECC okays proposals regarding PMs package of incentives for exporters on June 18, 2017ISLAMABAD: In order to mitigate exporters’ difficulties and enhance the country’s exports, the Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) has approved proposals regarding the prime minister’s package of incentives for exporters. The ECC met under the chair of Finance Minister Senator Ishaq Dar at the Prime Minister’s Office in which proposals submitted by different ministries were discussed. […]
PAF capable of dealing with all challenges: air chief on June 18, 2017KARACHI: Air Chief Marshal Sohail Aman said on Saturday that the Pakistan Air Force (PAF) had accepted every challenge and demonstrated remarkable heights of professional excellence. He was addressing the convocation ceremony of No 30 Air War Course at the PAF Air War College, Faisal. The air chief congratulated the graduating officers on the successful […]
Man shot dead during robbery on June 18, 2017ISLAMABAD: A man was shot and killed by robbers late on Friday. According to details, unidentified gunmen forced their way into the house of Muhammad Adnan, a resident of Gulshan Saeed. They held up the family and told them to hand over cash and valuables. Saeed tried to resist. However, the robbers shot him multiple […]
2,400 teachers promoted from grade 16 to 17 on June 18, 2017ISLAMABAD: The Capital Administration and Development Division (CADD) Ministry has issued a time scale promotion notification of 2,400 teachers who have been promoted to Grade 17 from Grade 16. According to details, 2,400 teachers working under the federal government have been promoted to the next grade. Federal Government Teachers Association president Malik Amir Khan thanked […]
US to conduct policy review towards Pakistan: Tillerson on June 18, 2017ISLAMABAD: US Secretary of State Rex Tillerson has announced an inter-agency review of US funding and support to Pakistan. He was speaking during a budget hearing of the House Foreign Affairs Committee this week. During the hearing, Tillerson also described the aspersions of a congressman about Pakistan’s alleged links to terrorism as “well-founded”. The remarks […]
Police foils terror bid in Rawalpindi on June 17, 2017RAWALPINDI: Police claimed to have foiled a terrorist plot to target a grid station in Rawalpindi on Friday. Unidentified terrorists wanted to target a grid station located on Chak Baili Road. However, police foiled their attempt. The terrorists fled the scene. The police reached the area on information and seized three hand grenades and explosives. […]
Malik vows to give tough time to PML-N on June 17, 2017ISLAMABAD: Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) leader Senator Rehman Malik has said that he will give a tough time to the ruling party after appearing before the Panama JIT on June 23. In a statement issued on Friday, Rehman Malik said, “I have informed the JIT about investigative report against the Sharif family and will present […]
Pakistan likely to celebrate Eid on June 26 on June 16, 2017ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Meteorological Department said that the Shawwal moon is likely to be sighted on Sunday, June 25. As a result, Eidul Fitr will be celebrated in the country on Monday, June 26, this year. According to astronomical parameters, there is a ‘good chance’ that the new moon will be sighted on the evening […]
Tailors start overcharging ahead of Eid on June 16, 2017RAWALPINDI: With Eidul Fitr just 10 days ahead, tailors of the city have stopped taking new orders by displaying signs of “booking closed” outside their shops. Citizens complained that tailors were already charging double for stitching a single suit. “Earlier, they charged Rs 700 to 1,200 for a single dress. However, they doubled the rate […]