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Pakistan, China hold joint air force exercise

Posted August 29, 2023 by Web Desk

Pakistan and China have kicked off a joint air force training exercise to further boost coordination between two militaries.The 10th joint training exercise, codenamed Shaheen-Ten, will focus on training in typical combat scenarios such as joint air defense and joint countermeasures.The two sides will send fighters, early warning aircraft and…

Indian forces commits heinous acts with complete impunity in IIOJK: Mishal

Posted August 29, 2023 by Web Desk

Special Assistant on Human Rights and Women Empowerment Mishal Hussain Malik has said rape is being used as a weapon of war in Indian illegally occupied Jammu and Kashmir to instill fear amongst the public.Addressing an event in Islamabad today, she said this must be condemned and stopped.Mishal Malik pointed…

Govt taking effective measures to ensure universal health coverage: Nadeem

Posted August 29, 2023 by Web Desk

Caretaker Minister for Health Dr Nadeem Jan says the government is taking effective measures to ensure universal health coverage.He was talking to Brazilian Ambassador to Pakistan, Olyntho Vieira, who called on him in Islamabad.Dr Nadeem Jan said health facilities in hospitals are being developed on modern lines and compliance with…

ECC decides to continue ban on export of sugar

Posted August 29, 2023 by Web Desk

The Economic Coordination Committee has decided to continue the ban on export of sugar.The decision was taken during meeting of the ECC that was held in Islamabad with Caretaker Minister for Finance, Revenue, Economic Affairs and Privatization Dr Shamshad Akhtar in the chair.Ministry of National Food Security and Research submitted…

BISP conducts E-Kachehri to address beneficiaries’ concerns

Posted August 28, 2023 by Web Desk

The Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) today conducted E-Kachehri to address the grievances of the beneficiaries, in order to improve service delivery.This virtual event was aimed at directly engaging with beneficiaries and addressing their concerns in real-time, reinforcing BISP's unwavering commitment to the welfare of the people.The E-Kachehri, received an…

Caretaker PM to chair meeting on issue of increased electricity bills today

Posted August 28, 2023 by Web Desk

The meeting on the issue of increased electricity bills will be held in Islamabad today with Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar in the chair.Provincial Chief Ministers will also participate in the meeting.Earlier, chairing a meeting, Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar directed to present solid measures to him for reduction in…

Health Minister orders inquiry in doctors’ appointments at airports

Posted August 28, 2023 by Web Desk

Caretaker Minister for Health Dr Nadeem Jan has directed to conduct an inquiry in the matter of appointing inexperienced doctors at different airports.Taking notice of a media report, the minister said this is unfortunate that junior and inexperienced doctors were inducted in the Border Health Service.He said Border Health Service…

Caretaker PM takes keen interest in Balochistan’s development: Ali Mardan

Posted August 28, 2023 by Web Desk

Caretaker Balochistan Chief Minister Mir Ali Mardan Khan Domki has said Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar takes keen interest in the development of Balochistan.In a tweet today, he said Caretaker Prime Minister was briefed about ongoing development projects of Balochistan and issues of law and order during his Quetta visit.He…

President calls for measures to strengthen financial inclusion, gender equality

Posted August 28, 2023 by Web Desk

President, Dr. Arif Alvi has asked banking sector to impart awareness of their financial products and services to masses through modern means of communication.Chairing a meeting with representatives of banking industry in Karachi today, he said the banking institutions should take measures to further strengthen financial inclusion and gender equality…

Police Arrested 42 Terrorists In August In Pakistan’s Punjab Province

Posted August 28, 2023 by Web Desk

The Counter Terrorism Department of Police, in Pakistan’s eastern Punjab province, arrested 42 terrorists from banned organisations in Aug, according to official data.The data, shared by the police yesterday, revealed that, the arrested terrorists include eight from Tehrik-e-Taliban Pakistan, three from the Daesh and two from al-Qaeda, who were planning…

Pakistanis Are Paying These 9 Taxes on Electricity Bills

Posted August 28, 2023 by Web Desk

Pakistani consumers are forced to pay nine different taxes and surcharges on their electricity bills.Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaarul Haq Kakar last week was obliged to summon an emergency meeting at the premier’s house to defuse the brewing uproar over high electricity bills on Saturday.While public outrage continues to gather heat…

Price of Gold Falls to Rs. 233,000 Per Tola After Slight Decline

Posted August 28, 2023 by Web Desk

The price of gold in Pakistan began the new week with a decline of Rs. 1,500 per tola on Monday.According to the data released by the All-Pakistan Sarafa Gems and Jewellers Association (APSGJA), the price of gold (24 carats) declined by Rs. 1,500 per tola to Rs. 233,000 while the…

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