Monday, February 20th, 2017
Military courts’ extension: Parliamentary leaders to meet on Feb 23
ISLAMABAD, FEB 20, (DNA) – Government on Monday has called a meeting of parliamentary leaders to discuss extension in tenure of army courts on February 23 instead of the date given earlier, February 27. While addressing the Senate today, Federal Minister for Finance, Ishaq Dar said that the governmentwishes to solve the outstanding matter with consensus of all the political parties exactly like it was done in 2015. Military courts were established in 2015 to try terrorists for the first time for speedy trials and sentences. The government had amended ConstitutionRead More
Rangers deployment in Punjab: Summary sent to governor
LAHORE, FEB 20, (DNA) – In the wake of recent terror attacks across the country, the government of Punjab has decided to take a bold step, reported Dunya News. According to details, the government of Punjab has asked for Rangers’ help in the operation against terrorists, facilitators and criminals. The summary in this regard had also been sent to the governor of Punjab and after mutual consensus, a letter would be written to the federal government. In addition, the matter of TORs would be figured by the apex-committee. It hadRead More
Lahore chosen as venue for Pakistan Super League final
FEB 20, (DNA) – During a meeting in Dubai, the participants including team owners have decided to organize the event in Pakistan on March 7, 2017 even if international cricketers are unwilling to play. However, re-drafting of the players would be carried out in case of refusal from foreign players to travel to Lahore. A list of all those who agree to play in Lahore will be prepared and then given to the finalist teams who will pick the players. Meanwhile, Chairman Najam Sethi has invited Prime Minsiter (PM) NawazRead More
PIA female cabin crew passing out ceremony held at Karachi
KARACHI, FEB 20, (DNA) -Passing out ceremony of the 378th batch of female Flight Service Basic Training Course comprising 14 newly inducted air-hostesses was held at PIA Training Centre (PTC) here today. CEO PIA, Mr. Bernd Hildenbrand was Chief Guest and distributed certificates among the graduating air-hostesses. Expressing his views on the occasion Mr. Hildenbrand congratulated the air-hostesses and asked them to ensure provision of best services and hospitality to PIA’s passengers. One of the graduating air-hostesses, on behalf of the whole batch, said they will strive to bring aRead More
Commander Peshawar Corps Lieutenant General Nazir Ahmed Butt visits loi Shaliman khyber agency
PESHAWAR, FEB 20, (DNA) – Commander Peshawar Corps Lieutenant General Nazir Ahmed Butt visited loi Shaliman khyber agency. He was given detailed briefing on Prevailing security situation . During his visit Comd interacted with troops deployed on the fwd posts and expressed his satisfaction on operational performance and morale of troops.=DNA ===============
Shahid Afridi announces international retirement
SHARJAH, FEB 20, (DNA) – Legendary Pakistan all-rounder Shahid Afridi on Sunday announced his retirement from international cricket, ending an illustrious and sometimes controversial 21-year career. The 36-year-old star had already quit Tests in 2010 and ODI cricket after the 2015 World Cup but still skippered the Pakistan Twenty20 team at the 2016 world championships in India. He stepped down as captain after the tournament although he retained slender hopes of continuing his career in the sport s shortest format as a player. “I have said goodbye to international cricket,” said AfridiRead More