PM Imran Khan keen for uplifting GB: CM

ISLAMABAD:Chief Minister Gilgit Baltistan, Muhammad Khalid Khursheed on Wednesday said Prime minister Imran Khan was showing keen interest in prosperity and development of Gilgit-Baltistan (GB). Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf (PTI) government was introducing comprehensive reforms in health sector of Gilgit Baltistan to provide basic healthcare facilities to the masses, he said in an interview to PTV. He […]

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PM cherishes memory of late Dilip Kumar’s generosity for cancer hospital’s fundraising

ISLAMABAD:Prime Minister Imran Khan on Wednesday expressing sorrow over the death of legendary actor Dilip Kumar said his generosity in raising big funds for launch of Shaukat Khanum Memorial Cancer Hospital was unforgettable. “Saddened to learn of Dilip Kumar’s passing. I can never forget his generosity in giving his time to help raise funds for […]

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14 wind, solar projects to start 760MW power generation by December

ISLAMABAD:As many as 14 wind and solar power projects with accumulative capacity of 760MW are likely to be commissioned by December. Official sources said the projects had already achieved financial close and would start power generation by December. Sharing the details, the sources said these projects included 50MW each Lakeside Energy Pvt Ltd, Artistic Wind […]

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KP Govt plans to plant 41.194mln saplings during monsoon

PESHAWAR:The Government of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has planned to plant 41.194 million saplings during upcoming monsoon plantation season in the province. Out of the target over 25 million saplings would be planted in Region-I, over 10 million saplings in Region-II and 4.811 million saplings in Region-III. Besides, rural and hilly areas of the province, special focus […]

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Govt transforming minerals, gems sector into export industry: PM

ISLAMABAD:Prime Minister Imran Khan Wednesday said that government was transforming the traditional techniques in minerals and gems sector by introducing the latest technology and for the first time in 74 years of country’s history, this sector was being turned into export industry. He was chairing a meeting of gems, jewelry and minerals task force here. […]

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Govt extends unwavering support to foreign investors: Ali Zaidi

ISLAMABAD:Minister for Maritime Affairs, Ali Haider Zaidi on Wednesday said transparency is key focus of the incumbent government and it would continue extending unwavering support to all foreign investors. In an open letter written to a LNG Marketing ExxoMobile, Qatar, he expressed the hope that it (ExxoMobile) would continue to pursue investment opportunities in Pakistan. […]

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Govt is committed to eradicate corruption through RTI act: Sajid Khan

BATTAGRAM:The prime objective of Right to Information (RTI) 2013 is to eradicate corruption, improve governance and build trust between the people and the state. This was expressed by Chief Information Commissioner Sajid Khan Jadoon while addressing a day-long training workshop for public information officers of all line departments of District Batgram. On the occasion, Commissioner […]

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KP Govt completes preparations for LB polls: Akbar Ayub

PESHAWAR:KP Minister for Local Government, Elections and Parliamentary Affairs Akbar Ayub Khan Wednesday said that the provincial government has completed preparations for the local body elections. The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) will announce polls in the entire province including the merged districts by October 15 this year. He expressed these views while addressing a […]

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