Friday, September 18th, 2020
Chinese Minister assures support to Pakistan in transport sector
DNA Beijing, Sep 18 – China’s Minister for Transport, Li Xiaopeng had a meeting with Pakistani Ambassador to China Moin-ul-Haque and both sides agreed to boost cooperation in transport sector, Gwadar Pro reported on Friday. Li Xiaopeng welcomed the newly appointed Ambassador of Pakistan, and expressed satisfaction at the state of bilateral cooperation in the transport domain and reiterated China’s complete support for joint efforts to forge even stronger multi-modal linkages. He expressed his gratitude to Ambassador Moin-ul-Haque for his continuous support for China-Pakistan’s traditional friendship, China-Pakistan transportation cooperation, andRead More
Pak envoy lauds Chinese companies’ work in Pakistan
DNA Beijing, Sep 18 – Pakistan’s ambassador Moin ul Haque here lauded the achievements of China Railway Construction Corporation (CRCC) in doing its socio-economic work in Pakistan, says a report published by Gwadar Pro. During his meeting with Wang Jianping, chairman of CRCC, he noted the Chinese side is doing well while working with China Metallurgical Corporation of China (MCC). The two sides exchanged views on strengthening cooperation on infrastructure projects. CRCC has built several major projects under CPEC in Pakistan, including the Phase II project of Thar Coal MineRead More
PIA seeks Saudi’s nod to operate 28 more flights
LAHORE : The Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has approached Saudi authorities requesting permission to operate 28 more flights to Saudi Arabia in view of the increasing number of passengers intending to travel to the kingdom. According to a spokesperson for the national flag carrier, the airline expects to get a nod of approval in a day or two. After possible approval, the PIA will increase its flight to the kingdom, he said. He said the PIA administration is in constant touch with Saudi authorities. The national flag carrier had cutRead More
Senior Indian diplomat summoned to register Pakistan’s strong protest over Ceasefire Violations by India
Islamabad 18 September 2020 A senior Indian diplomat was summoned to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs today to register Pakistan’s strong protest over ceasefire violations by the Indian occupation forces along the Line of Control (LoC) on 17th September 2020, resulting in serious injuries to three innocent civilians. Due to indiscriminate and unprovoked firing by the Indian occupation forces in Hotspring and Jandrot Sectors of the LoC, 15 year old Irum Riaz s/o Muhammad Riaz; 26 year old Nusrat Kausar w/o Abdul Rauf; and 16 year old Mukheel s/o MuhammadRead More
Punjab govt launches web portal to facilitate construction industry
LAHORE : With an aim to facilitate the construction sector and ensure approvals by a time-bound process through one window operations, the Punjab government has launched a web portal service. Highlighting the features of the web portal, Chief Minister Punjab Usman Buzdar in his statement said that now the builders, developers can get permission letters with one click only through the portal. “The government has launched E-goverance reforms in the department.” The web portal has been developed with the collaboration of the Information Technology Board. The chief minister said thatRead More
NAB arrests former excise official in liquor licence case also involving CM Buzdar
LAHORE : The National Accountability Bureau (NAB) to present former director-general Punjab Excise and Taxation general, Muhammad Akram Gondal before an accountability court today (Friday). Muhammad Akram Ashraf Gondal was taken into custody on Thursday in liquor licence case. According to NAB sources, the anti-graft body apprehended Akram Ashraf Gondal on the charges of issuing a liquor license to a private hotel illegally. The sources said the NAB will soon release details about the detention and charges against Akram Ashraf Gondal soon. It is pertinent to mention here that theRead More