September, 2018
Imran Khan vows to fulfill promises made to masses
ISLAMABAD, SEP 30 (DNA): Prime Minister Imran Khan on Sunday said that the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI)-led government will achieve all its promises during its long-awaited tenure. This was stated by the prime minister during a meeting at Bani Gala Islamabad, which was held to review government performance and devise strategies to tackle economic and energy crises. Punjab Governor Chaudhry Sarwar briefed the participants on the openingof state buildings for public and said authorities concerned were working in line with the vision and instructions of the prime minister. While addressing theRead More
I do believe in Brexit, May says – but won’t rule out compromises
Theresa May has refused to rule out further compromises in order to broker a final deal with the EU, but hit back at Boris Johnson after the departed foreign secretary questioned her belief in Brexit. The prime minister was asked repeatedly whether she was prepared to make further concessions to the EU after European leaders rejected her proposal in Salzburg earlier this month, saying it would risk the integrity of the EU single market. Speaking on the first day of the Conservative party conference in Liverpool, May told the BBC’s Andrew MarrRead More
Indian Army opens fire on AJK PM helicopter near LoC: Sources
MUZAFFABAD, (DNA) – Indian Army opened fire on the helicopter of Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) Prime Minister Raja Farooq Haider on Sunday. As per reports, the firing occurred in Taraori village, which is near the Line of Control (LoC). Luckily, he was saved and also no loss of life reported. PM Haider had gone to the village to condole the death of Chaudhry Abdul Aziz’s brother. In spite the information about the AJK PM’s arrival, the Indian forces attacked on the civilian helicopter of AJK . The Indian claimed that they mistakenly thoughtRead More
RCCI hosts Rahat Fateh Ali Khan to give unique send off to outgoing president Zahid Latif
RAWALPINDI, SEPT 30 (DNA)- The Rawalpindi Chamber of Commerce and Industry hosted Rahat Fateh Ali Khan, a globally recognized music maestro, to give a unique send off to the outgoing President Zahid Latif Khan. The mega gala night was attended by thousands of people hailing from various walks of life. The hallmark of the event was special appearance of ambassador of over 25 counties clad in Pakistani national dress. They thoroughly enjoyed the music gala. Before Rahat performance another legendary artist of Pakistan Ustad Rais Ahmed enthralled the audience withRead More
Ambassador Paul Jones, Chargé d’Affaires a.i., Welcomes Newest Members of Pakistan-U.S. Alumni Network
Islamabad, September 30, 2018 – Under the theme “Creating Lifelong Partnerships,” recently returned participants of the U.S. Mission’s professional-level exchange programs gathered for a New Alumni Conference in Islamabad on Saturday. The conference, hosted by the Pakistan-U.S. Alumni Network (PUAN), introduced over 120 exchange program alumni from across Pakistan to other U.S. Mission programs which will support their ongoing professional development. Ambassador Paul Jones, U.S. Chargé d’Affaires a.i. and Federal Minister for Federal Education and Professional Training and Minister for National History and Literary Heritage Shafqat Mahmood delivered the keynote remarks. Minister Mahmood reflected fondly on the yearsRead More
US will consider Chabahar factor in Indian, Afghan impact of Iran sanctions
The US will take into consideration the impact of American sanctions against Tehran will have on India’s Chabahar Port project in Iran that provides a surface link between New Delhi and Kabul, according to a senior State Department official. “When it comes to Chabahar, we are in the process of reviewing the imposition of sanctions,” Alice Wells, the Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary for South and Central Asia. “So that process (of review) is underway and we take India’s concerns and interest in being able to expand exports to Afghanistan andRead More