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Security forces kill terrorist in North Waziristan: ISPR

North Waziristan /DNA/ – A terrorist made a suicidal attempt to enter into a military post in Dossali, North Waziristan District by firing small arms and also tried to lob a grenade. Own troops being alert and prepared for the situation, initiated a prompt response and effectively engaged the terrorist. Resultantly, the terrorist got killed. Weapon and ammunition was also recovered from the killed terrorist. The killed terrorist was identified as Sharif; remained actively involved in terrorist activities against security forces. Locals of the area appreciated the prompt response of the security forcesRead More


Priyantha Kumara lynching: Court grants judicial remand of 88 suspects

GUJRANWALA, FEB 14 (DNA) — Special anti-terrorism court (ATC) on Monday granted judicial remand of 88 accused in the lynching of a Sri Lankan national Priyantha Kumara in Sialkot. Police produced 88 accused of the lynching incident on completion of the previous remand before ATC judge under strict security to prevent any untoward incident. The Judge granted 14 days judicial remand and ordered the police to shift the suspects to Kot Lakhpat Jail. Priyantha Kumara, a 49-year-old Sri Lankan national, was lynched by a mob at a factory in SialkotRead More


Khalid Iqbal Malik sworn in as Chairman Founder Group of ICCI

Islamabad /DNA/ – Khalid Iqbal Malik, former President, Islamabad Chamber of Commerce & Industry has taken oath as new Chairman, Founder Group of ICCI. Outgoing Chairman Founder Group Mian Akram Farid administered oath to the incomg Chairman during a ceremony held at Islamabad Chamber of Commerce & Industry. After taking oath, Khalid Iqbal Malik thanked all members of the Founder Group for giving him this important responsibility and assured that he would play a role to further strengthen the Group and take all major decisions in consultation with its members.Read More


HEC, British Council hold Workshop for Universities’ ORIC Directors

Islamabad, Feb 14 /DNA/ – The Higher Education Commission (HEC), in collaboration with the British Council, Pakistan has launched a three-day Research Capacity Building Programme for the management of Offices of Research, Innovation and Commercialisation (ORICs) of the higher education institutions.  Around 75 Directors/Managers of ORICs established at different universities of the country are taking part in the programme being funded under Pak-UK Education Gateway project in collaboration with British Council. The capacity building programme has a holistic approach towards addressing the capacity issues at multiple tiers. In tier-1, trainingRead More


Rs1.29bn funds being spent on 12 roads projects in Attock

By Faisal Munir / DNA ATTOCK: Punjab government is giving priority to road sector to ensurecontrol of fatal accidents, smooth flow of traffic and to providebetter traveling facilities to the people. This was said by theProvincial Minister for Bait-ul-Maal and Social Welfare Syed YawarAbbas Bukhari while performing the groundbreaking ceremony of HajiShah Road, a 9.80 Km long road to be completed within two years at acost of Rs 920 million. On this occasion, PTI focal person Syed Khawar Abbas Bukhari, PTIcoordinators Hamad Honey and other notables were also present. WhileRead More


Karachi face Islamabad in fight for survival

Karachi Kings will face Islamabad United in today’s match of the HBL Pakistan Super League. Karachi have lost all six games so far and they desperately need a win to stay alive in the event. On the other hand, two-time champions United will be looking to register their fourth win in the tournament.