News Archives for Pakistan - 2020-11-24

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Pakistan - 2020-11-24

Prices of sugar, wheat flour witness significant decline in last ten days due to govt's measures, strategy: Ministers

He said that as there was shortage in wheat production due untimely rains and bad weather conditions, wheat was being imported to overcome the deficiency of around 2.2 million metric tons.

Published 24 Nov, 2020 08:39pm

300 shops, bank sealed over violation of corona SOPs

He said that carelessness on part of people and avoiding notified instructions would put precious lives of people at risk.

Published 24 Nov, 2020 08:38pm

No tolerance for crimes against children, women in civilized society: PM

The prime minister was chairing a meeting of the Federal Cabinet which considered a number of important agenda items, PM Office Media Wing in a press release said.

Updated 24 Nov, 2020 09:11pm

Sehat Insaf Card flagship programme of PTI govt: Dr Firdous

Dr Firdous Ashiq Awan said that thousands of deserving people were benefiting from the Sehat Insaf Card scheme across the province.

Updated 24 Nov, 2020 09:16pm

CM visits Complaint cell, listens to public complaints, issues directives for redressal

He also directed that if the complaint against the Patwari proves to be true then he should be fired from service and extra money taken by him be returned to the complainant.

Updated 24 Nov, 2020 09:30pm

Recognition of Israel not under consideration: FO

The Spokesperson in a statement underlined that the Prime Minister’s statements in this context have been clear and unequivocal.

Updated 24 Nov, 2020 11:00pm

Kaavan’s retirement to Cambodia, a consideration for feelings of animals: President

After spending about 35 years in the Capital, Kaavan was being shifted to a sanctuary in Cambodia following the orders of the Islamabad High Court.

Updated 24 Nov, 2020 08:32pm

Gandapur thanks GB people for giving two-third majority

Gandapur said peaceful protest is a democratic right of everyone, but vandalism, siege and taking law into hands will not be allowed at any cost.

Published 24 Nov, 2020 07:13pm

Pakistan, AJK artists to promote Kashmiri culture, heritage, says Shehryar Afridi

He said that the Kashmir committee stands committed to preserve the Kashmiri culture and identity and all necessary steps would be taken to restore pride of Kashmiris.

Published 24 Nov, 2020 07:10pm

Dr. Sania Nishtar listed among 100 inspiring women

The BBC has revealed the list of 100 inspiring and influential women from around the world for 2020, who are leading change and making a difference during these turbulent times.

Published 24 Nov, 2020 07:07pm

Cabinet approves two critical ordinances to deal with crime, rape, child abuse: Mazari

She said Cabinet Committee for the disposal of Legislative Cases (CCLC) would finalise and it should become operational in next few days.

Published 24 Nov, 2020 07:04pm

Corona decisions to be implemented strictly: CM

The government was monitoring the situation daily as the number of patients and the death rate were increasing due to carelessness.

Published 24 Nov, 2020 06:57pm

Opposition should reconsiders their political strategy: Governor

He mentioned the people stand united with the government, democracy and parliament. He said with each passing day, Pakistan was moving forward towards development successfully.

Published 24 Nov, 2020 06:54pm

COVID-19 situation: 13 died, 1382 infected in Sindh

Shah said that 11,738 tests were conducted against which 1,382 cases were diagnosed that constituted 11.8 percent current detection rate.

Updated 24 Nov, 2020 06:54pm

COVID-19 resurge: Asad Umar urges masses to follow SOPs strictly

In a press conference alongside Special Assistant to the Prime Minister on Health Dr. Faisal Sultan, the minister urged masses to follow COVID-19 SOPs strictly to curb the spread of the deadly virus.

Updated 24 Nov, 2020 06:36pm

COAS chairs CCC meeting; regional, national security including Indian interference in Pakistan discussed

According to Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the forum reviewed geo strategic, regional & national security environment and discussed internal security, situation along borders, Line of Control (LoC) and atrocities in illegally Indian occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJ&K).

Updated 24 Nov, 2020 06:01pm

Begum Shamim Akhtar funeral: Shehbaz, Hamza to be released on five-day parole

With the approval, the Shehbaz and Hamza would be let out of jail on parole to attend the funeral of Nawaz Sharif's mother, Begum Shamim Akhtar, a day before the body arrives in Pakistan.

Published 24 Nov, 2020 05:18pm

Total active corona cases crosses 40,000, 48 deaths on Monday

Since the pandemic outbreak, a total of 379,883 cases were detected so far, including AJK 6,203, Balochistan 16,846, GB 4,558, ICT 27,555, KP 44,932, Punjab 115,138 and Sindh 164,651.

Updated 24 Nov, 2020 06:09pm

Exchange

Rupee recovers 96 paisas against US dollar

In interbank trading, the price of euro depreciated by Rs. 1.05 and closed at Rs. 190.04 against the last day’s trading of Rs. 191.09, State Bank of Pakistan reported.

Published 24 Nov, 2020 05:10pm

Sindh govt bans entry of aged people to vegetable markets

He said that the wearing of masks had also been made mandatory in the markets if anyone did not wear the mask he or she would not be allowed to enter it.

Published 24 Nov, 2020 05:08pm

20 more tested positive for COVID-19 in Faisalabad

He said that total 635 beds were reserved for coronavirus patients, including 550 beds in the Allied Hospital and 85 beds in DHQ Hospital Faisalabad.

Published 24 Nov, 2020 05:06pm

44 shops sealed over SOPs violation

According to spokesperson of district administration, the team inspected around 413 points, found 42 violation and fine of Rs. 70,000 was also imposed on violators.

Published 24 Nov, 2020 05:04pm

Gold price decrease Rs2350 per tola

The gold prices in the in international market decreased by $51 and was traded at $1815 against $1866, the association reported.

Published 24 Nov, 2020 05:02pm

Bullion prices on Tuesday

Following were the bullion prices in Karachi on Tuesday.

Published 24 Nov, 2020 05:00pm

POL import bill shrinks 24.56 pc to $3.153bn in 4 months

The commodities that contributed in negative growth of petroleum imports included petroleum products, imports of which declined by 12.5 percent, from $1.714 billion to $1.5 billion.

Published 24 Nov, 2020 04:59pm

WEF to celebrate 'Pakistan Strategy Day’ on Nov 25: Senator Faisal Javed

In a statement issued here, he said this is yet another endorsement of Pakistan's brilliant strategy of handling both Corona and Economy massive success.

Published 24 Nov, 2020 04:56pm

Punjab orders mandatory 50% work from home for TEVTA employees

The new order will remain applicable till January 31.

Published 24 Nov, 2020 04:52pm

Avenfield, Al-Azizia cases: IHC defers decision to declare Nawaz Sharif proclaimed offender

A two-member bench comprising Justice Amir Farooq and Justice Mohsin Akhtar Kayani heard the pleas filed by Pakistan Muslim League (PML-N) chief against his conviction in the references.

Published 24 Nov, 2020 04:25pm

South Asia

The second wave of the COVID-19 pandemic could be deadlier than the last

While Pakistan, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka have managed to contain the COVID-19 pandemic, concerns are growing that the second wave of the pandemic could prove to be more deadly than the last, and if unchecked - could be devastating for South Asia as a whole.

Updated 24 Nov, 2020 04:59pm

India escalated anti-Pakistan campaign, false flag ops following Islamabad's unveiling of dossier: FO

FO termed Indian ministry's briefing as another attempt to mischievously implicate Pakistan in some alleged planned attack in Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK).

Updated 24 Nov, 2020 06:02pm

Pakistan condemns Houthi missile attack on Saudi Oil facilities

"We reaffirm our full support and solidarity with the brotherly Kingdom of Saudi Arabia against any threats to its security and territorial integrity," FO said.

Published 24 Nov, 2020 02:55pm

Over 10,000 healthcare workers in Pakistan tested COVID-19 positive

The report came at a time when Pakistan is witnessing an alarming spike in coronavirus cases during the second wave.

Published 24 Nov, 2020 02:49pm

Colgate laboratory tests show toothpaste and mouthwash inactivate 99.9% of the virus that causes COVID-19

Clinical research program underway to validate potential of oral health products to slow spread of the virus.

Published 24 Nov, 2020 01:43pm

Info minister says no restrictions on Nawaz, sons to arrive in Pakistan for Begum Shamim's funeral

"They are welcome to come to Pakistan and attend the funeral," Faraz tweeted.

Updated 24 Nov, 2020 02:02pm

PM approves formation of National Intelligence Coordination Committee for spy agencies

The NICC will be led by the director-general of the Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI), who would function as its chairman.

Published 24 Nov, 2020 01:01pm

Sindh makes it mandatory for 50% of staff to work from home

The home department has also directed the closure of all cinemas, shrines and gyms.

Updated 24 Nov, 2020 10:57am

Pakistan reports 2,954 new coronavirus cases, 48 fatalities

Currently, there are 40,379 active cases in the country.

Updated 24 Nov, 2020 10:58am

Dues of non-litigant retired employees of PSM: SHC directs AGPR to deposit Rs 11.68 billion

KARACHI: The Sindh High Court (SHC) on Monday directed the Accountant-General of Pakistan Revenues (AGPR), Karachi,...

Updated 24 Nov, 2020 04:03am

Two terrorist commanders killed in Bajaur

ISLAMABAD: A major terrorist network has been neutralised as security forces conducted Intelligence Based Operation...

Updated 24 Nov, 2020 04:04am

Exchange

Qaiser for digital integration of PWDs

ISLAMABAD: National Assembly Speaker Asad Qaiser said that integration of persons with Disabilities (PWDs) into the...

Updated 24 Nov, 2020 04:03am

Zardari seeks exemption from appearance in pre-arrest bail plea

ISLAMABAD: Former president Asif Ali Zardari on Monday filed an application before the Islamabad High Court (IHC)...

Updated 24 Nov, 2020 04:03am

Pakistan to achieve its destiny under Imran Khan: CM

LAHORE: Chief Minister Sardar Usman Buzdar said on Monday that the country is facing internal and external ...

Updated 24 Nov, 2020 04:03am

Sirat-un-Nabi (PBUH) conferences organised

LAHORE: Speakers at two different moots titled "Sirat-un-Nabi" unanimously agreed that solution to all the "current...

Updated 24 Nov, 2020 04:08am

Eight shops, marriage hall sealed in Lahore

LAHORE: The Lahore administration on Monday sealed eight shops and a marriage hall for failing to enforce standard...

Updated 24 Nov, 2020 04:07am

35,000 new housing units in Lahore: PM to perform groundbreaking ceremony on December 25

LAHORE: Punjab Minister for Housing Mian Mahmood-ur-Rashid said that Prime Minister Imran Khan would perform the...

Updated 24 Nov, 2020 04:07am

Surgeon General attends symposium organised by NUMS

RAWALPINDI: Drug Regulatory Authority of Pakistan (DRAP) and National University of Medical Sciences (NUMS) ...

Updated 24 Nov, 2020 04:10am

Nation united on Kashmir issue: governor

LAHORE: Punjab Governor Chaudhry Mohammad Sarwar has said that every Pakistani is united on the Kashmir issue ready...

Updated 24 Nov, 2020 04:05am

Electoral reforms: Siraj asks political parties to sit together

LAHORE: Chief of Jamaat-e-Islami Senator Sirajul Haq has asked the political parties to sit together for electoral...