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May 02, 2024 12:32 UTC

Pakistan will not provide bases to any foreign government or military, citing the Foreign Office spokesperson. It is not our policy to target our citizens,” FO spokesperson said. “The opposition party leader should be questioned about his statement on the military bases”, FO spokesperson Mumtaz Zehra Baloch said in a briefing. FO spokesperson called the incident with the German ambassador as regretful. FO spokesperson also stated that the date for trilateral Pakistan, China and Iran talks have not been fixed so far.

May 02, 2024 12:27 UTC

On this year’s Labour Day, President Zardari and PM Shehbaz Sharif reiterated the government’s commitment to making longstanding reforms for the nation, specifically discussing the importance of safeguarding the rights of our workers and enhancing their welfare. As such, we need to provide workers with fair wages, appropriate safety measures at work, and social support for those toiling in hazardous environments. Fostering a culture of respect for labour rights, akin to that in our western counterparts, will go a long way in encouraging our low-income workers to be cognizant of their rights, and their value as labourers. Despite the challenges they face, our workers have always remained resilient and dedicated to their labour. We must honour their sacrifice, by ensuring that their rights, dignity, and well-being are upheld.

May 02, 2024 09:28 UTC

PAF always lived up to nation’s expectations: COASChief of Army Staff General Syed Asim Munir, while lauding the professionalism of Pakistan Air Force, said that PAF has always lived up to the expectations of the nation. Addressing the Passing out Parade of Cadets at Pakistan Air Force Asghar Khan Academy Risalpur today, he said without a strong Air Force, a country is at the mercy of any aggressor. The Army Chief said Pakistan Air Force patrolled the airspace in all kinds of difficulties with unparalleled bravery and professionalism, and February 2019 is a great example for all of us. Turning to prevailing situation in Palestine, the Army Chief said Gaza war is the latest example of the sufferings that wars can bring. The Army Chief said we will continue to provide moral, political and diplomatic support to our Kashmiri brothers.

May 02, 2024 07:44 UTC

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May 02, 2024 03:33 UTC





A video capturing the heated exchange has now gone viral on social media. The incident unfolded when a motorway police officer stopped the woman for alleged speeding and reckless overtaking, which the officer documented through video recording as evidence. Sources revealed that the disagreement began when the officer started filming the woman without her consent after stopping her for speeding. The recent video showcases a similar scenario of a heated argument between a group of women and the officer, with the women recording the officer's actions and accusing him of misconduct and bribery. In response, the officer denies the allegations, asserting that the woman is attempting to intimidate and extort him through the video recording.

May 01, 2024 21:28 UTC

ISLAMABAD, May 01 (APP):Federal Minister for Law and Justice, Azam Nazir Tararr, commemorated Labor Day with a message, acknowledging the sacrifices and contributions of workers to the prosperity of the nation. As a representative of the government, Minister Tarar reiterated the administration’s dedication to upholding the rights of all laborers across the nation. Throughout his address, Minister Tarar emphasized the indispensable role played by the labor force in driving the nation’s progress and prosperity. Labor Day, Minister Tarar emphasized, serves as a call to action for both individuals and collectives to prioritize the welfare of working classes. As the nation reflects on the significance of Labor Day, let us honor the tireless efforts and sacrifices of workers, recognizing them as the backbone of our nation’s progress and prosperity.

May 01, 2024 17:10 UTC

PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari speaking at an event on the occasion of Labour Day in Karachi. SCREENGRABPakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari advocated for a pragmatic approach towards managing key state-owned enterprises (SOEs), stressing the need for exploring alternative of the public-private partnership (PPP), instead of an outright privatisation of the loss-making units. According to a press release issued by the Media Cell Bilawal House, the PPP chairman, reaffirmed the PPP’s philosophy that the “workers receive” their rightful dues. The PPP chairman said that the last the PPP government from 2008-13, made substantial increases in the pays and pensions of the government employees. In his speech, the PPP chairman stressed the need for increased mobilisation of the People’s Labour Bureau, a subsidiary organisation of the PPP.

May 01, 2024 15:30 UTC

Islamabad: The collection of petroleum levy has increased by almost 100% on annual basis from July to March. According to the report, the levy collection in the first 9 months of the current financial year was 719 billion 56 crore rupees, while last year, the levy collection from July to March last year was 362 billion 48 crore rupees. Prices of petroleum products were reducedThe target of collection of petroleum levy for the current fiscal year is set at 869 billion rupees and the IMF has estimated the collection from the levy at 918 billion rupees for the current fiscal year. In the last financial year, 580 billion rupees were collected in the form of petroleum levy, at this time, a levy of 60 rupees is being collected per liter of petrol, while a levy of 60 rupees per liter of high speed diesel is imposed.

May 01, 2024 11:47 UTC

Among T20 bowlers, England’s Adil Rashid is number one, Pakistan’s Shaheen Afridi is at number 14 after three ranks. Among T20 bowlers, England’s Adil Rashid is number one, Pakistan’s Shaheen Afridi is at number 14 after being promoted by three ranks. / File PhotoDubai: The International Cricket Council (ICC) has released the rankings of T20, ODI and Test players. Among the T20 bowlers, England’s Adil Rashid is number one, Pakistan’s Shaheen Afridi is ranked 14th after three places. New Zealand’s Kane Williamson is first, England’s Jurort is second and Pakistan’s Babar Azam is third in the ranking of Test batsmen.

May 01, 2024 11:17 UTC

BEIJING: At the invitation of China, representatives of the Palestinian National Liberation Movement (Fatah) and the Islamic Resistance Movement (Hamas) recently came here for in-depth and candid talks on promoting intra-Palestinian reconciliation, and achieved positive progress, a Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson confirmed, according to XINHUA. Spokesperson Lin Jian told a daily press briefing in response to a related query that the two sides fully expressed their political will to achieve reconciliation through dialogue and consultation, discussed many specific issues, and made positive progress. “They agreed to continue this dialogue process and strive for the early realization of Palestinian unity,” Lin said, noting that the two sides highly appreciate China’s firm support for the just cause of the Palestinian people to restore their legitimate national rights, and thanked China for its efforts to promote Palestine’s internal unity and reached an agreement on the next step of dialogue.

May 01, 2024 04:13 UTC

Pakistan Saturday welcomed the adoption of the resolution titled “Measures to Combat Islamophobia,” by the UN General Assembly with an overwhelming majority. The resolution was presented by Pakistan on behalf of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) as a follow-up of the General Assembly Resolution 76/254, which designated 15th of March as the International Day to combat Islamophobia. Pakistan welcomed the General Assembly’s call for the appointment of a “United Nations Special Envoy to combat Islamophobia”. This historic appointment will be the first of its kind, exclusively dedicated to combating the scourge of Islamophobia. The adoption of the resolution comes at a critical time, amidst rising Islamophobia, as manifested by an increasing number of incidents of discrimination, violence, and incitement against Muslims around the world.

March 17, 2024 00:10 UTC

Later, a record partnership between Angelo Perera and Peter Trego propelled Rajasthan Kings to an emphatic 7 wicket win over Delhi Devils. For his outstanding performance, Shaun Marsh was named the player of the match, his innings adorned with six sixes and an equal number of boundaries. In the second match of the evening, Rajasthan Kings engaged in a high-scoring contest, successfully chasing down a challenging target of 165 runs with seven wickets in hand and 8 balls to spare. In their pursuit of 165 runs, Rajasthan Kings faced early setbacks with captain Robin Uthappa (12), Jatin Saxena (0), and Hamilton Masakadza (8) departing within the first 14 balls. Perera remained unbeaten on 100 runs, embellishing his innings with 16 fours and two sixes.

March 16, 2024 23:59 UTC

Development has advanced owing to human welfare. They are even trying to make the moon and Mars, the only natural satellites of the earth, suitable for human habitation. The atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki in Japan in World War II killed approximately 140,000 people in Hiroshima alone. Modern science and technology have advanced a long way; however, their use for human welfare is good in all cases. Otherwise, development will never be the leader of world peace.

March 16, 2024 20:17 UTC

ISLAMABAD: Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Dawah and Guidance, through the religious attaché of the Saudi Embassy in Pakistan, launched the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques’ Gift Program to distribute luxury dates in the Islamic Republic of Pakistan. The event took place at the Saudi Embassy in Islamabad in the presence of the Saudi Ambassador to the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, Nawaf bin Said Al-Malki and the religious attaché in Pakistan, Yahya Sufiani, Saudi Press Agency reported. Ambassador Al-Maliki said that the blessed program comes as part of programs directed by the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques to be held in the holy month of Ramadan in several countries, including Pakistan, and is implemented under the direct follow-up of the Minister of Islamic Affairs, Dawah and Guidance Sheikh Dr. Abdullatif bin Abdulaziz Al Al-Sheikh. “This program distributes 10 tons of luxury dates, amounting to 30,000 individual gifts,” Ambassador Al-Malki stated. “These gifts symbolize the bonds of brotherhood and goodwill between the people of Saudi Arabia, its government, and its wise leadership, and the people of Pakistan,” he added.

March 16, 2024 14:44 UTC