PECA law to ensure substantive relief to cyber crime victims

ISLAMABAD:Rapid increase in cyber crimes, followed by slow convictions warranted amendments in the Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act (PECA), which have been widely welcomed by the public, and criticised by the trolls. The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) Cyber Wing has received a total of 244,930 complaints of various cyber offences since January 1, 2019, with […]

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Pakistan prefers trade ties over joining regional blocs: PM

ISLAMABAD:Prime Minister Imran Khan on Tuesday said Pakistan did not want to become part of a particular bloc in the region but instead desired trading relations with all countries including Russia. In an interview with host Oksana Boyko of Russia Television ahead of his visit to Moscow, he said Pakistan suffered in the past because […]

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PM Khan’s concept of clean green initiative reflects people-centered approach: Prof Cheng

BEIJING::Prime Minister Imran Khan’s concept of Clean Green Initiative deeply reflects his value orientation of a people-centered approach and constantly meets people’s needs for a better life. These views were expressed by Cheng Xizhong, Visiting Professor of Southwest University of Political Science and Law and Senior Fellow of the Charhar Institute in an article published […]

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Sri Lankan Naval Commander lauds Pakistan Navy’s efforts for regional maritime security

ISLAMABAD:Commander of the Sri Lankan Navy Vice Admiral Nishantha Ulugetenne Tuesday called on Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Muhammad Amjad Khan Niazi here at the Naval Headquarters. The visiting dignitary appreciated and acknowledged Pakistan Navy’s efforts and commitments in support of collaborative maritime security in the region. Upon arrival at Naval Headquarters, Commander of […]

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Pak-Sri Lanka security, defence cooperation a factor of peace, stability in region: PM

ISLAMABAD:Prime Minister Imran Khan on Tuesday said the security and defence cooperation had been a key component of Pakistan-Sri Lanka relations, and a factor of peace and stability in the region. The prime minister was talking to Vice Admiral Nishantha Ulugetenne, Commander of the Sri Lanka Navy, who called on him here. He stated that […]

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Pak- Uzbekistan bilateral PTA to be finalized in March

ISLAMABAD:Adviser to Prime Minister on Commerce and Investment, Abdul Razak Dawood on Tuesday said that the Preferential Trade Agreement (PTA) to increase bilateral trade between Pakistan and Uzbekistan is expected to be finalized in the month of March 4th. The signing of the agreement will take place during the Uzbek President’s visit to Pakistan in […]

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Minister sought report on salaries increase, fees of law officers

PESHAWAR:Provincial Minister for Law, Fazal Shakur Khan on Tuesday sought a detailed report pertaining to increase in salaries, allowances and fees of law officers in accordance with legal requirements at the next meeting of the provincial cabinet. He was presiding over a meeting of the Committee of Provincial Cabinet on Review and Increase in Salaries […]

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IHC seeks comments on appointment of PEMRA’s member

ISLAMABAD:The Islamabad High Court (IHC) on Tuesday served notices to respondents in a case challenging the appointment of Executive Member Punjab Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority (PEMRA) Faisal Sher Khan. Justice Aamer Farooq of IHC heard the case filed by Pakistan Broadcasters Association (PBA) regarding the matter. The petition had named secretary Establishment, Information Ministry, […]

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