ISLAMABAD, NOV 29 (DNA) – Minister for Interior Sheikh Rashid Ahmed on Monday said trade barriers between Pakistan and Denmark would be removed. Talking to Ambassador of Denmark Lis Rosenholm, who called on him here, he emphasized the need to cement relations between both the countries and also discussed other issues of mutual interest including bilateral relations. The Danish Ambassador said there was a need to enhance cooperation in the fields of trade and tourism in the bilateral relations, wished for lasting peace in Afghanistan and valued Pakistan’s efforts, saidRead More

ISLAMABAD, NOV 29 (DNA) – National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA), on Monday suggested that the electricity prices must be increased by Rs4.75 per unit across country. According to details the Central Power Purchasing Agency (CPPA) has requested NEPRA to increase the electricity prices with reference to the October’s monthly fuel adjustment prices across country. As per details shared by CPPA in October, electricity of Rs 25.22 was produced by diesel; meanwhile, that of Rs 22.21 was generated by Frans oil. Moreover, the generation of electricity by water increased toRead More

KHAIRPUR, NOV 29 (DNA) – Chief Minister Sindh Syed Murad Ali Shah Monday said that the prime minister should consult over the transfer of provincial officials as per the law. He was referring to the recent row between the Centre and the Sindh province over the transfer of top provincial police officials. “The officers should be transferred as per law that requires consultation between the Centre and the province,” he said while referring to a law passed in 2020. He shared that article 240 states that the officers could performRead More

ISLAMABAD, NOV 29: The government and people of Pakistan join the world community in observing the International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People. The commemoration of this day is a reminder to the international community that the question of Palestine remains unresolved and the Palestinian people are yet to realize their inalienable right to self-determination as provided in various resolutions of the United Nations. It is also an occasion to reiterate our support and solidarity for the Palestinian people who continue to wage a just struggle against an illegalRead More

ISLAMABAD, NOV 29 (DNA) – Prime Minister Imran Khan has emphasized on research in universities to provide informed choices to the youth. Addressing a ceremony at Al-Qadir University in Jhelum on Monday, he said the universities have a role to play for character building of students in the light of Seera-e-Tayyeba. The Prime Minister said unless we practice Seerat-un-Nabi Sallallaho Alaihe Wa Alayhee Wassalam, we cannot attain the status dreamt by Allama Muhammad Iqbal. He said Al-Qadir University would engage with international Islamic scholars to provide world level education facilitiesRead More