Islamabad: Acting President Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani says Pakistan is committed to promote peace and prosperity in the region through economic cooperation and parliamentary ties. Talking to Speaker of Uzbekistan’s Oliy Majlis Nuriddin Ismailov in Islamabad today, he noted that bilateral trade between Pakistan and Uzbekistan has enhanced from twenty-seven
Islamabad: The National Assembly was informed today that eighty percent of fields in the Pakistan Army are now open for the recruitment of females. This significant development was shared during the Question Hour in the House. According to Radio Pakistan, Parliamentary Secretary for Defence Zeb Jaffar revealed that over five
Lahore: Chairman Senate Syed Yousaf Raza Gilani has emphasized that Pakistan’s rice industry plays a pivotal role in the national economy. Addressing the 17th Export Trophy Awards ceremony organized by the Rice Exporters Association of Pakistan in Lahore, he paid tribute to the services of farmers and exporters, particularly those
Islamabad: Pakistan and Uzbekistan have agreed to enhance bilateral parliamentary cooperation and people-to-people contacts. This development was announced following a meeting between Speaker National Assembly Sardar Ayaz Sadiq and Speaker of Uzbekistan’s Oliy Majlis Nuriddin Ismailov in Islamabad today. According to Radio Pakistan, Sardar Ayaz Sadiq emphasized the importance of
Washington d.c.: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has termed his meeting with President Donald Trump in Washington D.C. as highly constructive and productive for strengthening bilateral relationships between Pakistan and the US. According to Radio Pakistan, speaking to UK-based Pakistani journalists in London, he said that the US President has assured
Islamabad: The people of Azad Kashmir have rejected the protest call by the Awami Action Committee. According to Radio Pakistan, disruptive elements resorted to violent actions after the failure of the strike. The source said that miscreants from the Awami Action Committee attacked peaceful citizens and injured several civilians during
Islamabad: Minister for Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar has expressed profound grief and sorrow over the demise of senior journalist Imtiaz Mir. In a statement, the Minister extended his heartfelt sympathy and condolences to the family of the deceased. He said Imtiaz Mir’s journalistic services will always be remembered. He
Islamabad: Provincial Disaster Management Authority Punjab says that the flow of water in all rivers across Punjab is normal and water levels in the flood-affected areas are receding significantly. According to Radio Pakistan, Director General PDMA Irfan Ali Kathia mentioned that rehabilitation efforts in the flood-affected areas are ongoing and