Tuesday, July 12th, 2016
Pervaiz responds to banners; terms those calling upon army as fools
ISLAMABAD: Information Minister Pervaiz Rashid, responding to the appearance of banners overnight apparently asking General Raheel Sharif to impose martial law, termed those calling upon the army chief to take over the country as fools. “Such people are fools and do not want good for the country,” added the information minister. The federal minister was also of the opinion that it is too early to discuss the ‘extension’ in army chief’s tenure. Meanwhile, Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) Senator Aitzaz Ahsan stated the banners are a thought out move by theRead More
US condoles death of iconic social worker Abdul Sattar Edhi
WASHINGTON, 12 JULY (DNA) – State department spokesperson John Kirby in his opening note ahead of daily press briefing in Washington has said that the government and people of United States are deeply saddened by the passing of Pakistani philanthropist Abdul Sattar Edhi on the 8th of July – one of the world’s great humanitarians. He said that Edhi’s compassion, dignity, and humility serve as an example to us all and added that he led a life dedicated to serving others regardless of religion, class, nationality, or ethnicity. We offerRead More
PM says Pakistan on track to attain durable peace, sustainable economic growth
ISLAMABAD, 12 JULY (DNA) – Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif on Tuesday said that his government has put the country on track to attain durable peace, sustainable economic growth and massive infrastructure development. The prime minister stated in a meeting with delegation led by Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Chairman of Warid Telecom International and chairman of the Abu Dhabi Group, Union National Bank, and United Bank Limited called on Prime Minister Muhammad Nawaz Sharif at Raiwind this morning. Other delegates included Chief Executive Officers (CEO) of VimpelCom Ltd, Mobilink,Read More
Diplomatic corps bids farewell to Ambassador Emilian ION
ISLAMABAD, JUL 12 (DNA) – Dean of Diplomatic Corps Ambassador Bakhitbek Shabarbayev, on behalf of the diplomatic community paid glowing tributes to the outgoing ambassador of Romania Emilian ION during a farewell reception on Tuesday. The Dean of diplomatic corps further said Emilian ION spent more than seven years in Pakistan and during this tenure he contributed significantly towards promotion of bilateral relations between the two countries. The outgoing ambassador of Romania in his address said he thoroughly enjoyed his stay in Pakistan and will always cherish fond memories throughout his life. “IRead More
Is Imran Khan marrying a third time?
Is Imran Khan set to marry a third time? Has he already tied the knot in a sneaky ceremony? All this and more is the subject of great speculation today in Pakistan, as the media began reporting that PTI leader Imran Khan is on the road to holy matrimony — again. Some unconfirmed reports state that Imran Khan has already married a woman belonging to a Maneka family a few days ago in London. Sources say his wife’s name is Maryam. As the news began to circulate, PTI Information SecretaryRead More
Famous director, broadcaster Agha Nasir dies in Islamabad
ISLAMABAD, 12 JULY (DNA) – Famous director and broadcaster Agha Nasir died here in Islamabad on Tuesday. His Namaz-e- Janaza was held in Islamabad after Namaz-e-Asr. Prime Minister Muhammad Nawaz Sharif expressed deep grief and sorrow over the death of renowned broadcaster Agha Nasir. “Pakistan has lost a great asset. His contribution in the field of arts, culture and especially in establishing Pakistan Television would be remembered for all times to come,” the Prime Minister said in his condolence message. The Prime Minister prayed for the eternal peace for the departedRead More