Wednesday, September 19th, 2018
ASIA CUP: Pakistan lose both openers in match against India
DUBAI, (DNA) -Pakistan has decided to bat first after winning the toss against the arch-rival India in the highly anticipated Asia Cup match at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium today (Wednesday). The game is the first between the Asian rivals since Pakistan thumped India by 180 runs in the final of the Champions Trophy at The Oval in June last year. The two teams are facing each other for the first time in the United Arab Emirates since 2006, the last of their regular matches which were also held in SharjahRead More
IHC orders release of Nawaz Sharif, Maryam and Captain Safdar: NAB to file appeal
ISLAMABAD, (DNA) -: The Islamabad High Court (IHC) suspended sentences of former prime minister Nawaz Sharif, his daughter Maryam Nawaz and son-in-law Captain (retd) Muhammad Safdar in the Avenfield verdict on Wednesday. NAB chairman chaired a high level meeting after the court verdict and decided to file appeal after getting the detailed judgement. Earlier today, IHC resumed hearing of petitions by Nawaz Sharif and his family members for suspension. A two member bench comprising Justice Athar Minallah and Justice Miangul Hassan Aurangzeb heard the case. NAB prosecutor also made submissions before the court today.
Senators demand for commission to probe into allegations of rigging in Elections 2018
ISLAMABAD, (DNA) – The senators have demanded to constitute a commission to probe into the allegations of rigging in Elections 2018. Senators Javed Abbasi of PML-N, Jahanzaib Jamaldini of Balochistan National Party and Usman Khan Kakar of Pashtoonkhwa Milli Awami Party said that the commission should be authoritative enough to conduct impartial inquiry into these allegations and should comprise of the representatives of both houses of the parliament. Leader of the House Shibli Faraz said the government has already agreed in principle to constitute a committee that will look intoRead More
Qatar Airways launches 24 destinations since siege
DOHA: (DNA) – Qatar Airways has launched 24 new destinations since the start of the blockade, expanding its network to over 150 destinations around the world. Replacing 18 mature routes, which were closed due to the illegal blockade, Qatar’s national carrier opened 14 new destinations during the fiscal year, said the airlines’ annual report for 2017/18. Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive, Akbar Al Baker, said: “This turbulent year has inevitably had an impact on our financial results, which reflect the negative effect the illegal blockade has had on our airline.Read More
Shahzad Waseem submits PTI ticket for Senate bye- election
LAHORE, (DNA) – Shahzad Waaeem submitting PTI Ticket for Senate Bye-Election Punjab to Returning Officer/Regional Election Commissioner at Election Commission office Lahore. Meanwhile, Prime Minister and Chairman PTI Imran Khan had approved nomination of Dr Shahzad Waseem to become Senator from Punjab. Dr. Shahzad Waseem will fight for the coveted slot vacated by Ch. Muhamamad Sarwar who has become Governor of Punjab. Dr. Shahzad Waseem is currently serving as Imran Khan’s advisor on foreign affairs. He is also part of PTI high powered media committee. Dr. Shahzad Waseem has servedRead More
Pak-Romania Forum elects new Chairman, secretary general
ISLAMABAD, SEPT 19 (DNA) –The Pakistan-Romania Forum (PRF) elected its new Chairman and Secretary General during its extra-ordinary meeting presided over the President PRF Zahid Maqbool. The members of the core committee of the PRF participated in the meeting. The meeting also mulled over holding various activities to promote bilateral relations between Pakistan and Romania. Syed Ahmed was elected the chairman while Dr. Abrar-ul-Hasnain was elected as the new secretary general of the Forum. It may be mentioned here that the seat of secretary general fell vacant after sudden demiseRead More