Friday, January 17th, 2020
Back4good: 8,284 illegally migrated Pakistanis return from Malaysia
ISLAMABAD, Jan 17 (DNA):Pakistan’s High Commissioner in Malaysia Amna Baloch on Friday said 8,284 illegally migrated Pakistanis had returned home from Malaysia under a four-month ‘Back4good’ amnesty scheme launched in August last year. The scheme, that expired on December 31, 2019, was aimed at ensuring the voluntary return of illegal immigrants to their respective countries without any plenty, she said. Giving general break-up, she said some 2,509 Pakistanis took benefit of the scheme during December, 1,880 in August, 1,216 in September, 1,275 in October and 1,404 in November.Read More
Firdous lauds Indian journalist for exposing Modi’s fascist agenda
ISLAMABAD, JAN 17 (DNA) -Special Assistant on Information and Broadcasting Dr Firdous Ashiq Awan has appreciated Indian Muslim woman journalist Rana Ayyub for exposing the fascist agenda of Modi by executing her professional responsibilities with bravery. In a tweet on Friday, she said when a valiant person raises voice against oppression and persecution, it becomes a bright and commemorative chapter of history. The Special Assistant said Rana Ayyub has unveiled the false claim by Modi government that “all is well” in the Kashmir and revealed deserted roads and darkness of fear inRead More
Govt to meet financial needs of higher education: PM
ISLAMABAD, JAN 17 (DNA) -Prime Minister Imran Khan says the government will meet the financial needs of higher education despite difficult economic situation. Chairing a meeting on matters pertaining to higher education in Islamabad on Friday, he said easy access of the youth to education is a priority of the government. The Prime Minister directed the Ministry of Finance to ensure uninterrupted supply of funds for higher education. Speaking about curriculum, the Prime Minister said it should be ensured in the curriculum that the youth is enlightened about the IslamicRead More
AIR MARSHAL AHMER SHEHZAD LEGHARI APPOINTED AS VICE CHIEF OF THE AIR STAFF
– The Government of Pakistan has appointed Air Marshal Ahmer Shehzad Leghari as Vice Chief of the Air Staff, Pakistan Air Force. Air Marshal Ahmer Shehzad Leghari was commissioned in GD (P) Branch of Pakistan Air Force in November, 1984. During his illustrious career, he commanded fighter squadron and Operational Air Base. In his staff appointments he served at Air Headquarters as Chief Project Director Falcon and Director General Projects and also rendered services as Air Attaché at Pakistan Embassy, USA. Other significant appointments of the Air Officer include DirectorRead More
French Ambassador calls on Admiral Abbasi
ISLAMABAD, Jan 17 (DNA):French Ambassador Marc Barety Friday called on Chief of Naval Staff Admiral Zafar Mahmood Abbasi. The French Ambassador visited the Naval Headquarters here, the Directorate of Public Relations (DGPR) Pakistan Navy tweeted. During the meeting, matters related to mutual interests, regional and maritime security and bilateral naval collaboration were discussed.DNA =========
Election campaign of candidates for deputy launched in Azerbaijan
An election campaign in the run-up to Parliament has been launched in Azerbaijan. Report says the beginning tonight the registered candidates, political parties, blocs of political parties, authorized representatives and agents can hold their campaigns. The campaign will last until 8:00 on February 8. The parliamentary elections in Azerbaijan are scheduled for February 9 this year.