Saturday, February 2nd, 2019
Trump ‘serious’ about Afghan withdrawal: Taliban
KABUL (DNA) – US President Donald Trump is serious about getting out of Afghanistan, the Taliban told, outlining the “Islamic system” comprising “all Afghans” that the group says it hopes to establish under any peace deal. Taliban spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid spoke a day after the US said talks with the militants are “on the right path”, fuelling speculation of a breakthrough in the 17-year conflict. The US president s apparent eagerness to pull troops out has weighed on the negotiations, which culminated with six straight days of meetings in Qatar lastRead More
Public the only decision making force in country: Qureshi
MULTAN (DNA) – Foreign Minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi while responding to Asif Ali Zardari maintained that only the public is the decision making force in the country. He asserted that the job of a journalist is to do reporting and not help politicians in ousting government. “Due to the effective foreign policy, world is respecting Pakistan and wants to engage it in resolution of international issues,” said the minister. The Foreign Minister told that he is leaving for London to participate in an international conference. Qureshi asserted that he willRead More
Slow pace of work at Ataturk Avenue irks CDA chief
ISLAMABAD, FEB 02 (DNA) – Chairman Capital Development Authority (CDA) has expressed dissatisfaction over delay and slow pace of work Ataturk Avenue Project and directed for speedy completion of the project.Chief Commissioner Islamabad and Chairman CDA Amer Ali Ahmed visited the Ataturk Avenue here on Saturday to inspect the progress of the work on the project. On this occasion, Member Engineering CDA and officers of other relevant formations were also present. Chairman CDA was informed that due to certain issues related to electricity lines and water supply lines; pace of workRead More
AIOU provides online-facility for future study
ISLAMABAD, Feb 2 (DNA): Allama Iqbal Open University (AIOU) has made available prospectus and admission form (spring 2019 semester) at its website, enabling the aspiring students to continue their future study. The prospectus and forms could be down-loaded. This is part of the University’s efforts to facilitating the students in the admission process that began this week, through smart use of new technology. Meanwhile, distribution centers for the prospects have been set up all over the country. Addresses of these centers have been placed at the University’s official website. In addition,Read More
Nawaz to be shifted to hospital after CM approval
LAHORE (DNA News) – Punjab Chief Minister Usman Buzdar has approved shifting former premier Nawaz Sharif to the Services Hospital in Lahore after recommendation of the medical board. Reportedly, Punjab’s interior ministry has issued directives to shift him from the Kot Lakhpat Jail to the hospital. Until Sharif’s medical tests are conducted, he will stay in the hospital. Earlier on January 28, the Islamabad High Court (IHC) adjourned hearing of a bail petition filed by Sharif in the Al-Azizia reference case on the basis of medical grounds till February 6.Read More
Diana wanted to marry and live in Pakistan, claims Jemima
Years after her passing, late Princess of Wales, Diana, has been in the headlines for both right and wrong reasons. Be it her lavish Royal wedding to Prince Charles, her struggles settling into the British monarchs, or how she longed to break free from the quintessential royal norms. However, what the world talked about most was her crumbling marriage that inevitably resulted in her speculated affair with Pakistani doctor, Hasnat Khan. The Princess wanted to marry him and was ready to leave Britain, according to her close friend and Prime Minister ImranRead More