LAHORE, SEPT 20 (DNA) – The dengue outbreak has continued to spread across the country as more cases have been surfaced in Lahore, Rawalpindi and other cities.According to details, the virus has been diagnosed in 348 people in Lahore while the tally has reached 1971 in Rawalpindi.As many as 11 patients are suffering from dengue in Bahalwalpur, 12 in Attock, 10 in Chakwal, six in Gujranwala, five in Muzaffargarh and 2073 in different cities of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP). Dengue fever is transmitted by Aedes mosquitoes and is a global public health concern.
British newspaper lauds Pakistan’s Ehsaas program
LONDON, SEPT 20 (DNA) – Pakistan is leading the way with its welfare state policy and the world can learn from its innovation, Britain-based Daily Telegraph said in a report.The Britain based leading newspaper The Daily Telegraph in its article said that Pakistan s government Ehsaas program initiative is one of the most comprehensive welfare programmes ever undertaken by a national government, with an underlying ambition to create a social safety net for Pakistan.Ehsaas encompasses 134 policies that range from tackling corruption to creating educational opportunities to providing the elderly with decent homes.
Interview with Kevin Roberts one of the highlights of this week’s PCB
LAHORE, SEPT 20 (DNA) – Cricket Australia (CA) chief executive Kevin Roberts, in the latest episode of PCB Podcast, reflects on his visit to Islamabad and talks about future steps as Pakistan has stepped up its efforts for regular resumption of international cricket in the country.Roberts was first of the high-profile cricket administrators to visit Pakistan when he visited Islamabad on Tuesday, 17 September, while CA Chairman Earl Eddings is scheduled to tour Lahore in October.
Cricket Australia hopeful of touring Pakistan in 2022
SYDNEY (DNA) – Cricket Australia is hoping to tour Pakistan in 2022, but chief executive Kevin Roberts said security remains a concern and he would never jeopardise the safety of players.Most international teams have refused to visit the South Asian nation since the Sri Lankan team’s bus was attacked by gunmen during a Test in Lahore in March 2009, leaving six players injured. Six policemen and two civilians were killed.Roberts returned from Pakistan on Thursday after the first trip by a high-level Australian cricket delegation in more than a decade.
England’s Archer rewarded with contracts after impressive debut season
LONDON (DNA) – England paceman Jofra Archer has been awarded a central contract for Test and white-ball cricket for the first time after making an impact during the World Cup and the Ashes.Archer, 24, was England’s leading wicket-taker in their triumphant World Cup campaign. He then took 22 wickets at an average of 20.27 in four Tests against Australia. His bowling touched speeds in the mid-90-miles-per-hour range in a scintillating debut international summer.
Pakistan-Saudi ties reaffirmed; Prime Minister lays strong emphasis on Kashmir solution
JEDDAH (DNA) -Prime Minister Imran Khan, during his visit to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, held wide-ranging talks with the Saudi leadership. The Prime Minister held separate meetings with His Royal Highness Crown Prince, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence Mohamed Bin Salman and the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques His Majesty King Salman bin Abdul Aziz Al-Saud.
UAE ambassador welcomes board members of Sheikh Zayed Acacemy
ISLAMABAD, SEPT 20 (DNA) – Hamad Al Zaabi , Ambassador of the United Arab Emirates to Pakistan, welcomed the Board of Trustees of Sheikh Zayed International Academy.He hosted a lunch for the visiting delegation and Principal Wafa Abdul Ghaffar at his residence.Ambassador Alzaabi also presented a shield to Board of Trustees. During the bilateral meetings affairs of the Academy were discussed in detail.
US, British envoys make a rare appearance at Ukraine day reception
Ambassador Volodymyr Lakomov says relations with Pakistan excellent
By Ansar Mahmood Bhatti
ISLAMABAD, SEPT 20 (DNA) – Ambassador of Ukraine Volodymyr Lakomov hosted a grand reception to celebrate 28th anniversary of Independence Day of Ukraine.The US and British envoys made a special appearance at the event to make the independence day function unique as both of them do not attend such receptions on regular basis.
Pak Embassy to France promotes Pakistan as a preferred destination for European Golfers
PARIS, SEPT 19 (DNA) – The Embassy of Pakistan in Paris setup a pavilion on the sidelines of three-day Paris Legend Golf Championship held in the historic city of Versailles near Paris to promote Pakistan as a preferred destination for French and European golfers.Thousands of golfers and visitors from USA, France and other European countries visited the stall and took keen interest in the modern and all weather golfing facilities offered by different golf clubs across Pakistan.Pakistan was the only country which was invited to introduce its golfing opportunities on the sidelines of this prestigious tournament.
Prime Minister Imran Khan called President Ashraf Ghani
ISLAMABAD, SEPT 19 (DNA) – Prime Minister Imran Khan conveyed sympathies and condolences over the loss of lives of innocent civilians in two terrorist attacks in Afghanistan yesterday.The Prime Minister reiterated Pakistan’s condemnation of the attacks.The Prime Minister also conveyed his relief on President Ghani’s safety, who was present at the time of a blast in his election rally.Pakistan will continue to support Afghanistan in its efforts for restoration of complete peace and stability.=DNA
