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Govt reportedly offers six Senate seats to opposition from Balochistan

The development came hours after the Supreme Court of Pakistan opined that the Senate election is held "under the Constitution" and thus cannot be conducted through an open ballot, as per the government's demand.
The proposal was tabled by Senate Chairman Sadiq Sanjrani to the opposition lawmaker Ghafoor Haideri.

Published 01 Mar, 2021 08:53pm

Pakistan

World facing pandemic of obesity along with COVID-19: experts

“COVID-19 and obesity are the two pandemics being faced by the world simultaneously and unfortunately, obesity is killing more people in the world as compared to the viral infectious disease."

Published 01 Mar, 2021 07:51pm

Sports

Criticism drives me to work harder: Iftikhar Ahmed

“I have played before for Islamabad [United] and won a title with them in Karachi. The support staff and the team management is very helpful. It was my wish to play for Islamabad United again. I hope that Islamabad [United] will lift the trophy again.”
“My role as a middle-order batsman is to take the game deep and finish it. So, I try to build the innings by scoring run-a-ball early on and then increase my scoring rate.”

Updated 01 Mar, 2021 05:35pm

Pakistan

PM Imran Khan meets MNAs ahead of Senate election

During the meeting the premier listened to grievances of the lawmakers and addressed their reservations.
The National Assembly is the electoral college for the Senate seat on which polling will be held on March 3.

Published 01 Mar, 2021 04:32pm

Business & Finance

Pakistan to make renewable transition with launch of first-ever Green Bond

The Special Assistant informed that the incumbent government is trying to pilot a ‘Nature Bond’ which can “link the retirement of sovereign debt with quantifiable nature performance.”

Published 01 Mar, 2021 03:47pm

Technology

GREE unveils another masterpiece in its AC range: Pular AC

With an inclusion of GREE pular series AC into its outstanding range of inverter air conditioners, GREE has surely taken up a step further in living up to the expectations of the customers.
The new Pular AC is equipped with an excellent range of features and functions that will put you in an awe.

Updated 01 Mar, 2021 03:05pm

Pakistan

ATC rejects Haleem Adil Sheikh’s bail plea

The PTI lawmaker was arrested in Darsano Chano on February 16 in two cases.
Samir Sheikh and six others have been granted bail in the cases.

Published 01 Mar, 2021 01:55pm

Business & Finance

Pakistani Payment app aims to generate thousands of employment opportunities

“With the point of sale more women and young entrepreneurs will be able to open the business and do transactions.”

Published 01 Mar, 2021 12:30pm

Pakistan

Pakistan reports 1,392 coronavirus cases, 36 deaths in 24 hours

Currently, there are 22,098 active coronavirus cases in the country.
1,094 people also recovered from COVID-19 in the past 24 hours.

Updated 01 Mar, 2021 11:30am

Business & Finance

Pakistan Oxygen to build multi-million Electrode Manufacturing Plant

The company informed that the plant would feature the latest European technology and is expected to commence production by early 2022.

Published 01 Mar, 2021 10:48am

Pakistan

Pakistan earns US $224mn from export of travel services in 1st half of fiscal year 2020-21

This shows decline of 18.54 percent as compared to US $275.114 million same services were provided during the corresponding period of fiscal year 2019-20.

Published 27 Feb, 2021 08:20pm

Pakistan

CAA extends travel restrictions for visitors to Pakistan

The category list of countries from which visitors seek to travel to Pakistan will also remain in effect till March 14, the CAA said.
South Africa, UK, Portugal, Ireland, Netherland, Botswana, Zambia and Brazil were the new countries included in category C.

Updated 27 Feb, 2021 07:58pm

Pakistan

Ask your doctor, not the Islamic scholar on safe fasting: Mufti Taqi Usmani

“There are some extreme views that fasting is very harmful for the diabetes’ patients in all circumstances, and there are some who say fasting should be practiced (even) in worst (health) conditions but I think medical practitioners will be in a better position to explain to the patients as to how they should fast safely,” says the renowned Islamic scholar.

Updated 27 Feb, 2021 08:58pm

Pakistan

Nation stands united against any external threat: FO

“Pakistan remained committed to the peaceful resolution of the long outstanding Jammu and Kashmir dispute in accordance with the relevant UN Security Council resolutions and the wishes of the Kashmiri people,” says FO.
“The valiant Pakistan Armed Forces swiftly responded and displayed exemplary professionalism,” says the spokesperson.

Published 27 Feb, 2021 07:00pm

Business & Finance

Pakistan, KSA agree to cooperate in the field of Tax & Customs

It was agreed at the meeting that the two countries would take steps to promote cooperation on bilateral relations related to customs and taxes and the relevant institutions of the two countries would adopt each other's best practices.

Published 27 Feb, 2021 04:02pm

Pakistan

‘I see no reason for us to continue with any kind of hostilities,’ says Abhinandan about India-Pakistan conflict

"I do not know what needs to be done to bring about peace but I only know that there should be peace,' he said.
Pakistan Army has released another video of IAF Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman on the second anniversary of the dog fight between Pakistan and India.

Updated 27 Feb, 2021 05:35pm

Pakistan

Punjab govt withdraws restrictions after decrease in COVID-19 cases

Notification issued by Secretary Primary and Secondary Healthcare read that restrictions imposed in the province under Punjab Infectious Diseases (Prevention and Control) Ordinance 2020 have been withdrawn.
“The shrines will also open their doors in the province from March 15,” Secretary Health retired Capt. Muhammad Usman has said in a statement.

Updated 27 Feb, 2021 03:36pm

Pakistan

Daska Assistant Commissioner removed over negligence during NA-75 by-polls

Daska DSPs Ramzan and Zulfiqar Virk have been removed from the post as well.

Published 27 Feb, 2021 02:56pm

Pakistan

Pakistan’s desire for peace should not be taken as weakness: warns Air Chief

“We want to live in peace but if our sovereignty is challenged, our response would always be Swift and Resolute as it was on 27 February, 2019” said Mujahid Anwar Khan.
The Air Chief further said, “PAF maintained its Operational Readiness to deter aggression, despite the challenges of COVID-19 Pandemic.”

Published 27 Feb, 2021 02:20pm

Pakistan

Senate Election: ECP rejects Shehbaz Sharif’s plea to cast vote in Lahore

The ECP said that that a vote cannot be cast anywhere other than National Assembly.
The Senate elections will be held on March 3.

Published 27 Feb, 2021 01:46pm

Business & Finance

This financial expert told us about the Pakistan, Qatar LNG deal weeks ago

He said that the deal would be a long-term contract for 2 cargos per month at 20-25 percent discount to the existing deal.

Published 27 Feb, 2021 11:16am

Pakistan

Feb 27 Surprise Day: DG ISPR says Pakistan stands for peace but when challenged, 'shall respond with full might'

Two years ago, the PAF had shot down two Indian aircraft inside Pakistani airspace and arrested Indian pilot Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman.
Pakistan stands for peace but when challenged, shall respond with full might," the DG ISPR tweeted.

Updated 27 Feb, 2021 11:09am

Pakistan

LoC ceasefire restoration: PM says onus of creating enabling environment for further progress rests with India

The onus of creating an enabling environment for further progress rests with India, the PM said.
"India must take necessary steps to meet the long-standing demand & right of the Kashmiri people to self determination acc to UNSC resolutions," the PM tweeted.

Updated 27 Feb, 2021 10:28am

Pakistan

Sindh reports 13 deaths, 322 new COVID-19 cases in past 24 hours

About 10,865 tests were conducted during the period, out of which 322 came positive.
So far 2,998,409 tests have been conducted against which 257,729 cases were diagnosed, of them 241,256 patients have recovered, including 273 overnight, added the chief minister.

Updated 26 Feb, 2021 08:07pm

Pakistan

ECP issues final list of Senate candidates from Islamabad

The Senate election will be held on March 3.
Abdul Hafeez Sheikh and Syed Yousaf Raza Gilani are vying for a general seat from Islamabad, while Fauzia Arshad and Farzana Kausar are in the run for a reserved seat for women.

Updated 26 Feb, 2021 04:01pm

Business & Finance

Pakistan signs LNG agreement with Qatar, deal to save $300mn annually: PM

He said it took the government three years to negotiate this agreement which will help save $300 million annually.

Updated 26 Feb, 2021 07:14pm

Pakistan

Terrorist commander involved in killings of 50 security officials gunned down: ISPR

The raid was conducted in Tayyarza area of South Waziristan, where security forces killed a terrorist commander identified as Nooristan Ilyas Hassan Baba, ISPR said.
He was a master of making IEDs and was training the terrorists in the area.

Updated 26 Feb, 2021 07:26pm

Technology

Singapore based video content platform continues to gain traction in Pakistan

“We are thrilled to be among the top most downloaded applications in Pakistan,” said a spokesperson from Likee.

Published 26 Feb, 2021 02:22pm

Sports

Dunk gives Pakistan security vote of confidence for Australia tour

Australia are scheduled to tour Pakistan for two Tests, three ODIs and as many T20Is in what will be their first tour to Pakistan since 1998.
“The security around the hotel, to and for the games is simply amazing. I think it would be awesome for the people of Pakistan to have the Australian team touring here.”

Updated 26 Feb, 2021 02:41pm

Pakistan

PPP will be the largest party in Senate: Asif Zardari

“PPP's elected MPs are my strength. I am proud of my party members, the incumbent government has to go," says Asif Zardari. Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah and Sindh Assembly Speaker Agha Siraj Durrani were present in the dinner hosted by Bilawal Bhutto Zardari.

Published 26 Feb, 2021 02:00pm

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Pakistan

Govt reportedly offers six Senate seats to opposition from Balochistan

World facing pandemic of obesity along with COVID-19: experts

Criticism drives me to work harder: Iftikhar Ahmed

PM Imran Khan meets MNAs ahead of Senate election

Pakistan to make renewable transition with launch of first-ever Green Bond

GREE unveils another masterpiece in its AC range: Pular AC

ATC rejects Haleem Adil Sheikh’s bail plea

Pakistani Payment app aims to generate thousands of employment opportunities

Pakistan reports 1,392 coronavirus cases, 36 deaths in 24 hours

Pakistan Oxygen to build multi-million Electrode Manufacturing Plant

Pakistan earns US $224mn from export of travel services in 1st half of fiscal year 2020-21

CAA extends travel restrictions for visitors to Pakistan

Ask your doctor, not the Islamic scholar on safe fasting: Mufti Taqi Usmani

Nation stands united against any external threat: FO

Pakistan, KSA agree to cooperate in the field of Tax & Customs

‘I see no reason for us to continue with any kind of hostilities,’ says Abhinandan about India-Pakistan conflict

Punjab govt withdraws restrictions after decrease in COVID-19 cases

Daska Assistant Commissioner removed over negligence during NA-75 by-polls

Pakistan’s desire for peace should not be taken as weakness: warns Air Chief

Senate Election: ECP rejects Shehbaz Sharif’s plea to cast vote in Lahore

This financial expert told us about the Pakistan, Qatar LNG deal weeks ago

Feb 27 Surprise Day: DG ISPR says Pakistan stands for peace but when challenged, 'shall respond with full might'

LoC ceasefire restoration: PM says onus of creating enabling environment for further progress rests with India

Sindh reports 13 deaths, 322 new COVID-19 cases in past 24 hours

ECP issues final list of Senate candidates from Islamabad

Pakistan signs LNG agreement with Qatar, deal to save $300mn annually: PM

Terrorist commander involved in killings of 50 security officials gunned down: ISPR

Singapore based video content platform continues to gain traction in Pakistan

Dunk gives Pakistan security vote of confidence for Australia tour

PPP will be the largest party in Senate: Asif Zardari

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