Wednesday, August 5th, 2015
Ex-cricketer Wasim Akram unhurt after attack in Karachi
KARACHI: Former Pakistan cricket captain and Sultan of swing, Wasim Akram had a narrow escape on Wednesday when an unidentified armed man fired at his car after a road accident in the port city of Karachi. Akram, who was in Karachi to conduct a bowling camp, was on his way to a session when his car was apparently involved in the accident. According to police, the accident was followed by a heated exchange and a man pulled out a gun and fired a shot that hit the tyre of Akram’sRead More
High growth rate of population having a negative effect
ISLAMABAD, 05 AUG (DNA) – A National Consultative (NCF) forum on the follow up to the ICPD Review and its links with the development agenda beyond 2015 was held on August 4-5, 2015 in Islamabad. The overall objective of the forum was to: a) share results of the ICPD Review and; b) to prepare a roadmap for a National Action Plan aimed at reinforcing the integration of the ICPD Beyond 2014 into national development plans to achieve national development objectives, specifically in strengthening the delivery of comprehensive health and familyRead More
Mushahid sees better win-win ties with regional players
ISLAMABAD, 05 AUG (DNA) – Chairman Senate Defence Commitee, Senator Mushahid Hussain Sayed, has said that Pakistan has better win-win relations with the global regional players, including China, Russia and the United States, as compared to the past, adding that the successful hosting of recently-held Afghan Peace Dialogue proved the confidence of all stake holders on Pakistan. He was addressing to the participants of Summer School Programme, organized by the Strategic Studies Institute Islamabad (SSII) on Wednesday. Senator Mushahid, who also heads the Pakistan-China Institute, also highlighted the salient featuresRead More
President of Chinese Company Zonergy calls on Shehbaz Sharif
LAHORE, Aug 05 (DNA): President of prominent Chinese company in energy sector Zonergy, Yu Yong met Punjab Chief Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif and discussed various matters regarding the solar project to be set up in Quaid-e-Azam Solar Park Bahawalapur. It was agreed in the meeting to complete the project speedily. The President of the Chinese company assured the Chief Minister that 300 megawatt solar project will be completed till the end of current year while the remaining project will be completed in 2016. Speaking on the occasion, Chief Minister ShehbazRead More
UK stands shoulder-to-shoulder with Pakistan: UK official
RAWALPINDI, Aug 05 (DNA): British Secretary of State for Defence Michael Fallon called on Chief of Army Staff (COAS), General Raheel Sharif, at Pakistan Army General Headquarters (GHQ) in Rawalpindi on Wednesday. According to officials, the two high-ups discussed matters related to defence and security cooperation between Pakistan and Britain, besides exchanging views over further enhancing defence and training collaboration. ISPR said the UK Defense Secretary appreciated Pak Army’s sacrifices in operation Zarb-e- Azb operation, and efforts for peace and stability in the region. Michael Fallon was accorded Guard ofRead More
Additional Sessions Judge Tahir shot dead in Rwp
RAWALPINDI: An additional sessions judge was shot dead in Sadiqabad area of Rawalpindi on Wednesday. According to initial details, unidentified men opened fire at Additional Sessions Judge Tahir Khan Niazi outside C-B Judicial Colony, injuring him critically. Niazi was taken to Benazir Hospital where he later succumbed to his injuries. Soon after the incident, senior lawyers and police officials reached the hospital. His body has been shifted to District Headquarters Hospital (DHQ) for a post-mortem. Rescue and security personnel personnel reached the site of attack and cordoned off the areaRead More