National Dialogue Committee welcomes PM offer for dialogue
The National Dialogue Committee welcomed Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s offer for talks with PTI leadership and requested the release of senior PTI leadership on parole. The National Dialogue Committee requested the government to release senior PTI leaders detained in Kot Lakhpat Jail on parole. The leaders included Shah Mehmood Qureshi,
Nationwide Public Holiday declared for Quaid-e-Azam’s birth anniversary tomorrow
Nationwide public holiday declared tomorrow, Thursday, as the nation will celebrate birth anniversary of the founder of Pakistan, Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah, with national fervour and enthusiasm. The birth anniversary of the founder of Pakistan, Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah, will be celebrated across the country tomorrow, December 25, with great
Katling peace Jirga urges joint action against narcotics and others social crimes
A local peace Jirga held in the Hujra of Taj Khan Mahmuti, urges joint action against narcotics and social crimes in the area and appeals to the people from all walks of life to participate in this campaign to make the area peaceful. A detailed discussion was held on the
Fauji Fertilizer may join consortium for PIA privatization: PM Advisor Arif Habib
Advisor to the Prime Minister on Privatization and Chairman Privatization Commission Muhammad Ali said that Fauji Fertilizer may join the consortium for PIA privatization, and the government is completely satisfied with the privatization process of PIA and its results. Chairman of Arif Habib Group, Arif Habib, has said that the
Your daily cup of tea: Which one is the healthiest?
ISLAMABAD: Tea is a major part of everyday life in Pakistan. Some people drink milk tea first thing in the morning, others take green tea after meals, or they drink it during work breaks. This prevalent practice usually leads to asking the very question: which tea type is the best
History made: Five wickets in one T20I over
DUBAI: Fast bowler Gede Priandana from Indonesia has not just set a new world record but rather taken a giant leap in T20 International cricket with his incredible performance that made him part of cricket history. Priandana has become the first bowler to take five wickets in one over in
Denmark eases work permit rules for foreign workers
COPENHAGEN: Denmark has launched a new procedure under which foreign workers will be able to participate in international business events without having to obtain work permits for a maximum period of 10 days. The new policy is intended to open up access for key personnel to global conferences, trade fairs,
Pakistan prepares for 5G era as government makes announcement
ISLAMABAD: The federal government has announced its plan to introduce 5G technology in Pakistan very shortly, which will be one of the best ways to improve internet speed and digital connectivity significantly. During a joint press conference with Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb, Information Technology Federal Minister Shaza Fatima Khawaja was
Customs seizes 19 NCP vehicles and smuggled goods worth crores in Peshawar
PESHAWAR: The Peshawar Customs has confiscated 19 non-custom paid (NCP) vehicles with a value of around PKR 11 million and smuggled items worth more than PKR 19.7 million in the anti-smuggling activities carried out during the last ten days. The operation was conducted by the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) under
Pakistan U19 cricket team departs for Zimbabwe to compete in ICC U19 World Cup
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan U19 cricket team, after lifting the Asia Cup, has taken a flight to Zimbabwe to participate in the U19 World Cup. The team departed from Islamabad Airport en route to Harare, the capital of Zimbabwe, where the competitions are to take place. Farhan Yusuf’s squad encountered a
