LAHORE, August 15(ABC): Punjab Chief Minister Chaudhry Pervaiz Elahi while addressing a ceremony in connection with the 75th Independence Day of Pakistan at the Hazuri Bagh Lahore on Sunday announced free education up to graduation level in the province. He said, “I made education free up to Matric during my previous tenure and will now make it free up to …

LAHORE, August 15(ABC): Tired of all the noise during Independence Day celebrations, a citizen moved the Lahore High Court (LHC) seeking a ban on using plastic toy horns and whistles. But the top court in the province rejected the citizen’s plea, saying that it was not maintainable. “August 14 — Independence Day — has passed. There is no reason to …

ISLAMABAD, August 13(ABC): Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) on Saturday announced a 14 per cent discount on all domestic flights in line with the Diamond Jubilee celebrations of the country’s Independence Day. “The national flag carrier offers 14% discount on domestic travel on 14th August – the 75th Independence Day of Pakistan,”  PIA spokesman Abdullah Hafeez Khan announced in a brief …

ISLAMABAD, August 13(ABC): Chairman Central Board of Film Censor Muhammed Tahir Hassan on Saturday categorically said that there was no policy under consideration, at any level, to allow screening of Indian films in Pakistan. The chairman, in a press statement, strongly rebutted a news item appearing in certain sections of media in this regard which had reported that arrangements were …

ISLAMABAD, August 13(ABC): The D-Chowk, Islamabad, which was mostly in the highlights for hosting protests of different political parties, Saturday, saw stunning pictures of Pakistani flag and Minar-e-Pakistan painted by children of different schools, to express solidarity with their homeland and marking the Diamond Jubilee (75th anniversary) of Pakistan. In the national flag painting ceremony, children from different schools of …

FAISALABAD, August 13(ABC): Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) central leader Abid Sher Ali said on Saturday that people’s mandate was stolen through a conspiracy in 2018 election, but this time they would take a revenge and he would win NA-108 seat in by-election with the help of his voters. Talking to the media after submitting his nomination papers here, he said …

LAHORE, August 13(ABC): Another 14 cases of dengue virus with no death were reported in Punjab on Saturday. According to the Health department, a total 388 cases of dengue virus were reported during the current year while 2 people died of the virus and 53 patients were under treatment in different hospitals of the province. All suspected cases of dengue …

 PESHAWAR, August 13(ABC): Election Commission Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on Saturday announced August 13 fixed for nomination papers submission for the vacant seats of four National Assembly seats from the province. Polling would be held on September 25, 2022 in the constituencies included NA-22 Mardan, NA-24 Charsadda, NA-31 Peshawar and NA-45 Kurram. According to the election schedule, the returning officers had issued …

ISLAMABAD, August 13, (ABC): The Society for the Protection of the Rights of the Child (SPARC) organised an event titled “Independence from tobacco” to celebrate International Youth Day 2022. The Speakers shed light on the importance of banning novel tobacco products and highlighted that these products are biggest threats for younger generations as tobacco industry is finding new ways of …

ISLAMABAD, Aug 12 (APP):Federal Minister for Climate Change Senator Sherry Rehman  Friday urged the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) to tender an unconditional apology for misleading nation through its fake and concocted narrative  to target its political rivals. Addressing a media briefing here, the minister lambasted the PTI and its leadership for propagating false narrative among the masses and misguiding them under …

LAHORE, August 12(ABC):  Ahead of the PTI’s public gathering on August 13 in the National Hockey Stadium, the Lahore High Court (LHC) has directed the party to be careful and not cause any damage to the ground. The PTI has announced its “power show” tomorrow at the hockey ground and a new astroturf is being installed on the ground. The …

LAHORE, August 12(ABC): Governor Punjab Muhammad Balighur Rehman has said that youth are the asset of country and their role is vital in development and stability of the country.Addressing a ceremony in connection with the International Youth Day 2022 at the Governor’s House here on Friday, he said two things play an important role in development in the world, one …

LAHORE, August 12(ABC): Punjab Chief Minister Chaudhry Parvez Elahi has announced to give the status of university to Fatima Jinnah Institute of Dental Sciences on Friday. During the visit to site of under construction building, he inspected various sections to review the pace of work and directed to early complete the project. He said that provision of better health facilities …

LAHORE, August 12(ABC): The Lahore High Court (LHC) stopped police on Friday from harassing Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N)  leaders – Special Assistant to the  Prime Minister Attaullah Tarar, Rana Mashhood and Muhammad Ahmad Khan. The court also sought record of cases against the leaders from the inspector general of police Punjab. Justice Safdar Saleem Shahid passed the orders while hearing …

LAHORE, August 12(ABC): Former Chief Minister Punjab Hamza Shahbaz on Friday filed a petition in the Supreme Court (SC), praying to the court to review its July 26, 2022 decision in which it had declared the Punjab Assembly (PA) deputy speaker’s ruling in the election for Punjab chief minister null and void. Advocate Mansoor Ali Awan submitted the petition on …

ISLAMABAD, August 12(ABC): Ambassador of Brazil Olyntho Viera on Friday called on Senate Chairman Muhammad Sadiq Sanjrani and discussed ways for enhancing bilateral ties. He said Pakistan and Brazil enjoyed amiable and cordial relations, especially strong trade ties and excellent cooperation at multilateral forums.“We want to further strengthen bilateral ties with Brazil in all fields including political, economic and defence”, …

HYDERABAD, August 12(ABC): Five members of a family who sustained critical burns wounds in a fire incident in Ghareebabad area succumbed to their injuries as the efforts of the doctors at a private hospital in Karachi failed to save their lives. According to the police sources, the bodies of the deceased included a man, 3 women and a child, were …

ISLAMABAD, August 12(ABC): The joint inquiry committee– including officials from the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA), Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI), and the Intelligence Bureau (IB) – have submitted an initial report to Interior Ministry on the campaign to malign the Pakistan Army. According to details, the inquiry team has detected a total of 754 tweets. The team found out that over 17 …

PESHAWAR, August 12(ABC): The Peshawar High Court (PHC) Thursday stopped the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) from investigating PTI leader Asad Qaiser in the prohibited funding case. The anti-corruption watchdog had summoned the former National Assembly speaker for questioning him today, but he refused to appear before the body as he had challenged their decision to summon him a day earlier. …

ISLAMABAD, August 11 (ABC): A well-known Pakistani businessman Ashraf Hussain is assisting Yiwu’ anti-epidemic force as a volunteer for a couple of days, which is appreciated by Chinese and foreigners around China, Gwadar Pro reported on Thursday. Wearing a full protective kit and a face shield, Ashraf rendered his service in the Choujiang local community where he lives. His tasks …

SIALKOT, August 11(ABC): The District Disaster Management Authority (DDMA) has issued a medium- to high-level flood warning in the Chenab river. In view of the situation, District Emergency Officer Engineer Naveed Iqbal announced high alert in tehsil Pasrur Nullah Deik, Chahore, Shahbazpur bridge, Chapar, Saidpur and Hedmarala sectors, according to a rescue officials. A spokesperson said rescuers were present at …

ISLAMABAD, August 11(ABC): Minister for Defence Khawaja Muhammad Asif on Thursday said the holding of International Defence Exhibition and Seminar (IDEAS-2022) was the reflection of Pakistan’s consistent efforts to galvanise industrial activities for the production of defence equipments through collaboration and joint ventures in addition to indigenous production. The Minister delivered these remarks in his keynote address as chief guest …

LAHORE, August 11(ABC): Spokesperson for Punjab Chief Minister and Minister Fayyaz-ul-Hassan Chohan has said that minorities enjoy equal rights in Pakistan, but they face severe discrimination in India. He was speaking at a function organised by the Unique Group of Institutions and the Department of Human Rights and Minorities Affairs here on Thursday, in connection with observance of the National …

KHAIRPUR, August 11(ABC): At least three persons were killed and 10 other were wounded in a collision between a van and truck in Khairpur in the wee hours of Thursday reported. According to details, the accident occurred at the Mehran National Highway where a vane going to Khairpur from Karachi was hit by a truck, killing three persons on the …

Washington, August 11 (ABC): Ambassador Masood Khan has thanked New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham for the measures taken to apprehend the suspect of recent killings of Muslim men in Albuquerque city. He also paid tribute to Albuquerque Police Department (APD) for their professional excellence and swift action to track the suspect. “The measures have addressed concerns of the Muslim …

KARACHI, August 10(ABC): Karachi is likely to receive yet another round of heavy monsoon rains from August 11-14, according to weather analysts. Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) chief meteorologist Sardar Sarfaraz said the city may see some light rain today (Wednesday) afternoon, whereas moderate rain is expected after 5pm. Sarfaraz said Karachi’s weather will remain humid during the day and there …

QUETTA, August 10(ABC): The Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) on Tuesday predicted more rains in different parts of Balochistan from 10-14 August, Dunya News reported. According to a report issued by PDMA, flooding is expected in different areas of Balochistan as heavy rains are expected from August 10-14. PDMA has issued a flooding alert for Qila Saifullah, Loralai, Sherani, Sibbi, …

ISLAMABAD, August 10(ABC): Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) chairman and former prime minister Imran Khan has summoned a consultative meeting of central leaders of his party, Dunya News reported. The PTI chief Imran Khan will preside over the meeting of central leaders of his party today (Wednesday) at 2:00pm at his Bani Gala residence. Imran Khan has decided to continue the consultation …

LAHORE , August 10(ABC): Hot and humid weather is expected in most parts of the country during the next twelve hours. However, rain with wind and thundershower is expected in Sindh, northeast, South Balochistan, northeast and south Punjab, upper Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Kashmir. Heavy falls are likely at isolated places in lower Sindh and South Balochistan during the period. Temperature …

LAHORE, August 8(ABC): A local court of Lahore on Monday granted bail to PML-N leader Nazeer Chohan against surety bonds worth Rs50,000. PTI’s MPA Shabir Gujjar and Chohan got rid of the differences between them and hugged each other in the court premises. MPA Gujjar told the court that they had no objection to Chohan’s bail. He told the media …

ISLAMABAD, August 8(ABC): The climate threat is over to South Asia, a wake-up call for SAARC (South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation) as water shortages, drought, floods or landslides and tsunamis are not constrained by national boundaries. Addressing to a virtual conference on “Climate Threat to South Asia” as keynote speaker here on Monday Coordinator to Federal Tax Ombudsman Meher …

LAHORE, August 8(ABC): Spokesman to Punjab Chief Minister Fayaz ul Hasan Chohan said on Monday that a foolproof security plan regarding Muharram had been made under the supervision of CM Chaudhry Parvez Elahi. According to official sources here, 176,477 policemen were deputed in the province for security of processions and 194,086 personnel and volunteers would perform duties for Majalis. Aerial …

RAWALPINDI, August 8(ABC): City Traffic Officer (CTO) Rawalpindi Naveed Irshad has advised the tourists travelling to Murree and other hill stations to observe traffic rules to avoid traffic congestion and road mishaps. He urged the motorists to strictly follow the traffic rules and avoid wrong and double parking on the roads of Murree to avoid traffic congestion. The CTO said …

LAHORE, August 8(ABC): Punjab Chief Minister Chaudhry Parvez Elahi has directed the relevant authorities to start Rawalpindi Ring Road and Expressway projects at the earliest. He presided over a meeting on Monday which reviewed Rawalpindi Ring Road and Nullah Lai projects. Parvez Elahi said that during the construction of Rawalpindi Ring Road saving and transparency of government funds should be …

ISLAMABAD, August 8(ABC): The senior leader of Pakistan Muslim League Nawaz (PML-N), Uzma Bukhari has said that PTI chairman Imran Khan and his accomplices would have to surrender themselves before the law of the land as their threats to institutions were doomed to fail. Talking to newsmen in Islamabad, she said Imran Khan should be held accountable for embezzling donation’s …

ISLAMABAD, August 6(ABC): The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) on Saturday reported that three more deaths were recorded across the country due to monsoon rains in past 24 hours. The total number of deaths due to floods and rains across the country was 552 while the number of injured was 628, the NDMA spokesperson in a media release said. The …

RAWALPINDI, August 6(ABC): The Rawalpindi Police have deployed over 6,000 cops to provide security cover to 447 processions and 1925 Majlis to be held in various parts of the city from 6th-10th Muharram.  According to the police spokesman, Rawalpindi Police has made special managements to ensure foolproof security during Muharram. During Muharram, more than 2,000 volunteers would perform duties along …

KARACHI/LAHORE/ISLAMABAD, August 6(ABC): A fresh rain spell hit parts of Karachi on Saturday as the federal government, under directives from Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, declared an emergency in the country’s rain and flood-affected areas. Saddar, I I Chundrigar Road, North Nazimabad, Nazimabad, Gulistan-e-Jauhar, and some surrounding areas of Pakistan’s biggest city received the rains. The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has …

ISLAMABAD, August 6(ABC): Pakistan Navy Ship Taimur visited Malaysia and participated in a bilateral exercise MALPAK IV. On arrival at the Malaysian naval base, Pakistani embassy officials and the host Navy accorded a warm welcome to the ship. The commanding officer of PNS Taimur held important meetings with the Malaysian Naval officials and discussed cooperation in the maritime sector. Officers …

RAWALPINDI, August 6(ABC): Awami Muslim League Pakistan (AMLP) Sheikh Rashid on Saturday said that the ongoing political unrest in the country and that the whole responsibility have fallen on the shoulders of judiciary. Taking to Twitter, former Interior Minister Rashid said, “Political instability and unrest will create further chaos and disturbance. Those who are trying to disqualify Imran Khan and …