Wednesday, October 2nd, 2019
NAB to launch investigation against Amir Kiani
ISLAMABAD, OCT 02 (DNA) – The National Accountability Bureau (NAB) Chairman Justice (R) Javed Iqbal – while taking notice of alleged corruption and sudden hike in medicine prices from 100 to 300 percent – has ordered to launch investigations against responsible officers from the Drug Regulatory Authority of Pakistan (DRAP). According to details, Justice (R) Javed Iqbal has instructed NAB Rawalpindi DG to launch investigation against Amir Kiani, former national health services minister. It has been revealed that the anti-corruption watchdog had received complaints against Amir Kiani. Furthermore, the NABRead More
In Hong Kong, protesters target mainland and pro-Beijing businesses
HONG KONG, OCT 02 (DNA) – Hong Kong anti-government protesters are increasingly focusing their anger on mainland Chinese businesses and those with pro-Beijing links, daubing graffiti on store fronts and vandalizing outlets in the heart of the financial center. Protesters took aim at some of China’s largest banks at the weekend, spray-painting anti-China slogans on shuttered branches and trashing ATM machines of outlets such as Bank of China (601988.SS), while nearby international counterparts such as Standard Chartered (STAN.L) escaped untouched. Another target was shops operated by Maxim’s Caterers, including AmericanRead More
Pakistan examining all aspects of judgment in Hyderabad Fund Case: FO
ISLAMABAD, OCT 02 (DNA) – Pakistan has taken note of the judgment by the High Courts of Justice of the UK in the Hyderabad Fund Case, , after a 2 weeks trial in June 2019. The judgment rejects the longstanding claims of the two major parties and upholds the claims of the heirs of Nizam of Hyderabad. The ruling does not take into account the historical context of the transfer when India illegally annexed Hyderabad in violation of International Law and all civilized norms, leading the Nizam of Hyderabad toRead More
Bilawal Bhutto visits earthquake-hit Mirpur, meets victims
MIRPUR, OCT 02 (DNA) – Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto on Wednesday has visited earthquake-hit areas in Azad Kashmir on Wednesday. As a gesture of solidarity with the quake sufferers, the PPP leader visited Mirpur District Hospital where he inquired about the health of the victims.=DNA ============
Armenian PM says they support Indian stand on Kashmir
Pakistan does not recognize Armenia because it is occupying Azerbaijani territory NEW YORK, OCT 2 (DNA).. The Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan of Armenia has said his country fully defended the Indian position on Kashmir issue adding Armenia will help India create a favorable condition for India on this issue. Talking to media recently the Armenian prime minister said international bodies may be mobilized in favour of India. To a question he further said that Indian prime minister had proposed many joint ventures and we shall be happy to work withRead More
We are drifting towards war because of India’s aggressive posturing: Masood Khan
WASHINGTON, (DNA) – Sardar Masood Khan, President Azad Jammu and Kashmir while talking to an audience consisting of academics, researchers, lawyers and journalists, said that a just and lasting solution to the Kashmir dispute lies in the implementation of the UN Security Council resolutions and firmly urged not to rely on bilateral dialogues with India. The President made these remarks while speaking on the Kashmir crisis organised by the Middle East Institute (MEI) and INDUS, a DC based diaspora led think-tank. The event was hosted by Marvin Weinbaum, DirectorRead More