Prime Minister’s Adviser on Finance and Revenue Dr. Abdul Hafeez Shaikh held a meeting with Chinese Ambassador to Pakistan Yao Jing in Islamabad today. During the meeting, the Chinese envoy lauded Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf government’s efforts to bring economic stability in the country and conveyed the interest of Chinese private sector to invest in Pakistan. The … Read more
Kanpur: The Indian Institutes of Technology (IIT) has set up a panel to decide whether the poem ‘Hum dekhenge lazim hai ki hum bhi dekhenge’, penned by Faiz Ahmad Faiz, is against the Hindu religion and its ideology. The panel has been set up in response to a complaint filed by a faculty member who … Read more
The Prime Minister Imran Khan said that giant initiatives would be taken in the year 2020 to put Pakistan on the path leading to realization of the true vision of being a welfare state based upon the principles of rule of law, meritocracy and social equality. APP reported that while addressing as a chief guest … Read more
The head of the Catholic Church and sovereign of the Vatican City State Pope Francis has apologized after slapping a woman’s hand who abruptly grabbed his hand as he greeted pilgrims at the Vatican on New Year’s Eve. The 83-year-old Pope Francis stated “I apologize for the poor example yesterday.” During his Angelus address to … Read more
The National Assembly was informed on Wednesday that the government has enhanced budget for merged districts comprising erstwhile FATA from fifty-eight billion to one hundred and sixty-two billion rupees. According to the details, replying to a question during the Question Hour, Minister of State for SAFRON Shehryar Khan Afridi said sixty-two billion rupees have been … Read more
KARACHI: About 266 police encounters took place in the city of lights in the previous year, 2019 and during which 30 suspects were killed and another 65 were injured. Some 21 police officials were also injured during the alleged encounters. Many civilians also became victims of police fire in 2019. In 2019, a couple was injured … Read more
National Accountability Bureau (NAB) has recovered 150 billion rupees from corrupt elements during the last year and deposited the amount to the national exchequer. According to details, Chairman NAB Justice (Retired) Javed Iqbal chaired a meeting in Islamabad to review performance of the anti-graft watchdog during the last year. NAB received a total of 51591 … Read more
Pakistani Twitter users are demanding Justice for Sultan. According to details, Sultan who is convicted for protesting in model town on June 17, 2014 when a violent clash took place between Punjab Police and Pakistan Awami Tehreek (PAT) activists. Sultan was diagnosed with a brain tumor and shifted to Nishtar hospital’s ICU with a handcuffs … Read more
DUBAI: Iran denied it was behind violent protests at the U.S. embassy in Iraq on Tuesday and warned against any retaliation, after President Donald Trump blamed Tehran for an attack on the mission and said it would be held responsible, BOL News learnt. ….Iran will be held fully responsible for lives lost, or damage incurred, … Read more
Islamabad: Prime Minister Imran Khan called on Member National Assembly Moonis Elahi at his office on Wednesday. According to the details, Minister for Water Resources Faisal Vawda was also present in the meeting. They exchanged views on different matters. Imran Khan summons emergency session of federal cabinet Prime Minister Imran Khan to chair the federal … Read more
The United States has deploy about 750 troops to the Middle East in a response of its embassy attack in capital of Iraq, Baghdad. According to details, Pentagon Chief and US Secretary of Defense, Mark Esper said in a series of tweets “Approximately 750 soldiers will deploy to the region immediately & additional forces from … Read more
Thousands of protesters have begun marching in Hong Kong on New Year’s Day. Anti-government protests are in progress as the protesters are asking for concessions from the embattled government of the city. People of different stages were gathered on a grass lawn in Victoria Park, several wearing black dresses and masks. They were also carrying … Read more
Microsoft Corp said it has taken control of web domains which were used by a hacking group called “Thallium” to steal information. Thallium believed to be operating from North Korea. Microsoft said in a blog post, and the hackers targeted government employees, think tanks. University staff members and individuals working on nuclear proliferation issues also … Read more
Pakistan Tehreek e Insaf representatives including Asad Umar and Governor Sindh Imran Ismail held an important press conference today in Karachi. Addressing conference, Federal Minister for Planning, Development & Reforms Asad Umar said there shouldn’t be politics on improvement of citizens’ lives. He said Centre is willing to work with the Sindh government for the … Read more
Foreign Minister (FM) Shah Mehmood Qureshi addressed the first session of Hazrat Shah Ruknuddin Aalam Soharwardy [RA] Conference in Multan here on Wednesday. FM Qureshi has said that enemies of Pakistan have launched hybrid war against the country. They aim at creating unrest through religious and linguistic divide, but they will not succeed in their … Read more
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) announced schedule of this year’s Pakistan Super League (PSL), with all 34 matches to play in Karachi, Lahore, Rawalpindi and Multan from February 20 to March 22. The tournament kicks off on February 20 at the National Stadium of Karachi as defending champions Quetta Gladiators take on two-time champions Islamabad … Read more
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have launched a global prize to tackle climate change. They will help repair the earth before it irreparably damaged because of change in climate. Prince William made the announcement in a video narrated by Sir David Attenborough posted on social media. The wildlife campaigner and father-of-three set up The … Read more
The Federal Cabinet approved the amendment in Tenure Extension Act of Army Chief. Sources said that Federal Cabinet held an emergency session today in Islamabad. Prime Minister Imran Khan chaired the meeting. The Federal Cabinet approved the amendment in Tenure Extension Act of Army Chief. Amendments to the Army Act approved in light of Supreme … Read more
Researchers are developing a brain-like memory device using neuromorphic network material. International joint research is currently working on the development of brain-like memory device, the team is led by the National Institute for Material Science. This research will also be helping to understand the data processing mechanism of the brain. The purpose of the team … Read more
Prime Minister Imran Khan has summoned an emergency session of the federal cabinet at PM House today. The session will be held at 2:00 pm, however, the agenda of the upcoming meeting has not released yet. Sources privy to the government said the premier will hold consultation with cabinet members over important political matters besides … Read more
Pakistani starlet Iqra Aziz has extended New Year 2020 wishes to fans. Iqra Aziz tied the knot with Yasir Hussain on December 28, 2019. Recently-wed Iqra Aziz, taking to Instagram while sharing a PDA-filled post with hubby Yasir Hussain writes, “Happy New Year everyone.” Sahring the dance emoji, Iqra further wrote, “I hope and wish … Read more
Pakistan and India on Wednesday exchanged lists of their nuclear installations and facilities as an annual obligation to inform each other on start of new year. The list of Pakistan’s nuclear installations officially handed over to a representative of Indian High Commission at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) in Islamabad, a statement of MOFA … Read more
At least 16, 787 children will be born in Pakistan on New Year’s first Day, said estimates from the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF). The agency believes 2020’s first baby will be born in Fiji and that globally, over half of all births on January 1 will take place, besides Pakistan, in 7 other countries: … Read more
Authorities in Indian-Occupied Kashmir are likely to restore text message services in the disputed area on Wednesday. Authorities in Indian-Occupied Kashmir are likely to restore text message services in the disputed area on Wednesday. The decision was taken after a review of circumstances, according to Local Government spokesperson Rohit Kansal. He also informed that broadband … Read more
England’s Ben Stokes has insisted he would trade all the personal success he has enjoyed in 2019 if it meant his father was no longer in hospital. Ben Stoke’s participation in this month’s first Test against South Africa, was called into doubt when his father, Ged admitted in hospital. He admitted to a Johannesburg hospital … Read more
The three-day Urs of the revered Sufi saint Hazrat Shah Rukn-e-Alam begins on Wednesday in Multan. The three-day Urs will continue upto January 3. Moreover, Foreign Minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi opened the Urs celebrations with shower to the Mazar with rosewater. On third day a conference will be addressed and the Urs will end with … Read more
President Dr Arif Alvi on Wednesday wished a happy new year to all. In his tweet, President Dr Arif Alvi also prayed for the happiness and prosperity of all. “May Allah lead those who are in financial, personal, or emotional difficulties towards a better, contented & happier future, ” he added. The president also prayed … Read more
At least 17 people have died of hazardous air pollution over the last week in Kabul. According to Afghanistan’s health ministry, respiratory infections have become the cause of several deaths. According to Deputy Minister of Public Health Fida Mohammad Paikan, over 8,800 patients have gone to the government hospitals in a week. They suffered several … Read more
