Monday, March 12th, 2018
Saleem Mandiwala elected as deputy Chairman Senate
ISLAMABAD, MAR 12 (DNA) – Opposition candidate Saleem Mandiwala win the slot of deputy Chairman Senate with 54 votes while PML N candidate Usman Kakar got 44 votes. Earlier Sadiq Sanjrani won the election for the slot of Chairman Senate as per the initial reports. Opposition candidate Sadiq Sanjrani secured 57 votes while PMLN candidate Raja Zafarulhuq has secured 46 votes. Members of the Senate have concluded voting through a secret ballot to elect a new chairman. After the chairman is elected, voting will commence for the deputy chairman post. Earlier on Monday, 51 newly-elected SenatorsRead More
South African Army Chief calls on COAS General Bajwa in GHQ
RAWALPINDI, MAR 12 (DNA) – Chief of South African Army Lieutenant General Lindila Yam called on Army Chief General Qamar Javed Bajwa in Rawalpindi on Monday. Both sides agreed to enhance mutual defence relations. The visiting dignitary was briefed about Pakistan`s contribution in towards regional peace. He acknowledged the sacrifices and achievements of Pak Army in fighting terrorism.
Azerbaijan artists present a mesmerising musical performance in Lahore
LAHORE, MAR 12(DNA) –Azerbaijan embassy organised a musical and cultural evening dedicated to the 100th anniversary of Azerbaijan Democratic Republic (ADR). After the national anthems of Azerbaijan and PakistanAli Alizada, Ambassador of Azerbaijan to Pakistan welcomed the guests of the event and gave information about the honorary history of Azerbaijan Democratic Republic, also highlighted that by the decree of the President of Azerbaijan, 100th anniversary of ADR is widely celebrated across the country and abroad this year. Ambassador noted that throughout the history there were strong relations, cultural similarities andRead More
Tajik President and Uzbek President take part in friendship concert
DUSHANBE, DNA The Founder of Peace and National Unity – Leader of the Nation, President of the Republic of Tajikistan Emomali Rahmon and President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev attended a gala concert “Evening of Friendship” in Kokhi Borbad. The concert gathered here the Tajikistani and Uzbekistani figures of art and culture. In his speech before the concert, the President of the Republic of Tajikistan Emomali Rahmon expressed his satisfaction and joy over the first state visit of the highly esteemed guest – the President of the Republic ofRead More
Sadik Sanjrani becomes new Chairman Senate
ISLAMABAD, MAR 12 (DNA) – Sadik Sanjrani from has become new Chairman of Senate and Salim Mandiviwal of PPP became Deputy Chairman of Senate. Sadik Sanjrani got 57 votes and PML-N’s Raja Zafarul Haq took 47 votes. MQM also voted for Sadik Sanjrani. Sanjrani got While Salim Mandviwala got It was quite evident that Sadik Sanjrani will win the Chairman Senate election. PML N because of its designs to amend the constitution in fact paved way for its defeat. Certain forces were skeptical that if PML N takes majority inRead More
Imam-e-Kaaba meets COAS, General Qamar Javed Bajwa
RAWALPINDI, MAR 12 (DNA) – Dr. Saleh Bin Mohammad Al Talib, Imam-e-Kaaba visited General Headquarters and called on Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Qamar Javed Bajwa. During the meeting matters of mutual interest were discussed. Dr. Saleh said Pakistan has a significant place in the Muslim world and it was playing a vital role for peace and stability in the region. COAS said the relations between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia are based on bonds of brotherhood and mutual trust. Both nations will continue to play a part for peaceRead More