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Iran interested in trade ties with Pakistan: Rouhani

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TEHRAN: Iran’s President Hassan Rouhani said in a phone conversation with Pakistan’s Prime Minister Imran Khan on Wednesday that Iran is interested in trade ties with Pakistan and the the neighboring countries, especially cross-border exchange of goods.

President Rouhani and Prime Minister Imran Khan called for the development and deepening of relations between the two countries and stressed the need to share experiences, knowledge and technology to combat and control coronavirus.

The two sides also stressed the need to reactivate borders and border markets and strengthen trade ties in line with health guidelines.

During the telephone conversation, the two heads of governments condemned any prejudice and pressure against Muslims and expressed their support in this regard.

Rouhani praised Pakistan’s stance on opposing US sanctions against Iran and expressed hope that the two countries would further develop their trade and economic ties.

He said that reopening of border markets of the two countries with full observance of health protocols as contributing to the development of trade and economic relations between Tehran and Islamabad and added, “We are interested in exchanging goods and trade with Pakistan as well as with some neighboring countries through border markets.”

Congratulating the Pakistani government and people on the holy month of Ramadan, Rouhani expressed hope that the two countries’ joint agreements would be implemented and made operational in favor of the two nations.

Imran Khan emphasized the development and deepening of relations with Iran, especially economic and trade cooperation, and welcomed the resumption of trade activities on the borders of the two countries and the activity of border markets by observing health protocols, saying, “The two countries’ trade exchanges will greatly help Pakistan’s economy, which has been affected by coronavirus.”

Imran Khan condemned the US imposition of sanctions and increased economic pressure on Iran in the difficult situation that the world is facing with coronavirus, adding, “I consider it my duty to support Iran in the face of US illegal actions.”

Persian Gulf: Yesterday, today and tomorrow

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Mohammad Ali Hosseini

April 29 is celebrated in Iran as the “Persian Gulf Day”. But why do Iranians care so much about the Persian Gulf that they dedicate a day to it in their official calendar? In fact, the Persian Gulf is not just a body of water, but part of the culture, history and identity of ours and the whole region. This gulf also plays an important role in the region’s politics and economy.

The Persian Gulf is an important and strategic historical gulf. Historically, the shores of the gulf and the rivers that flowed into it have been the site of the first human civilizations. By studying the history of Persian Gulf, you can go to sea with ancient fishermen; hunt pearls from Qeshm Island, go to Mesopotamia and dig out the ancient inscriptions of Cyrus; listen to historical stories of the atrocities committed by Portuguese and British colonialists on the island of Hormuz, and hear the story of the outbreak of bloody wars, including Iraq’s imposed war on Iran and the so-called Persian Gulf War.

So, for Iranians, the Persian Gulf is not just a sea, but part of history, identity and national heritage. This gulf is the ancestral home of the Iranians and they will not let foreigners to log it without permission. But beyond Iran, the Persian Gulf is a symbol of civilization, culture and history that connect the nations of the region. Therefore, now all the countries in the region have a responsibility to preserve the historical heritage of this region in the same historical and original way. These countries are not the same in terms of the history of creation and civilization. Some civilizations date back more than 7,000 years, while others do not exceed a few decades; however, the historical character, originality and dignity of each country requires that it be proud of its resources and Do not be greedy about the cultural, geographical and ancient resources of others. No country is allowed to create a false identity for itself by distorting history, overturning the facts and stealing the cultural heritage of others.

The same importance of identical and strategic importance of the Persian Gulf has caused some racist individuals and organizations to use fake names for this gulf in the last few decades in order to be honored by attributing it to them. But researchers, lawyers, historians and lovers of the Persian Gulf have prevented this with the help of the United Nations. All ancient geographical documents and maps in different languages such as Persian, Arabic, Spanish, etc. have referred to that gulf as “Persian Gulf”. Thus, the distortion of its name is nothing but the blatant denial of a historical truth. The United Nations, citing ancient maps and texts, has been emphasizing the name of the Persian Gulf since 1990 with the issuance of various resolutions and statements . Also in October 2018, the World Intellectual Property Organization registered the name of the Persian Gulf in an official document. Based on these documents, which are based on international law, no individual, government or organization can use another title to call the Persian Gulf.

Also, the Persian Gulf is of special economic and unique importance. The gulf contains countless valuable marine resources and has valuable animal and plant species, the preservation of which requires the efforts of littoral states. The gulf is also an important international waterway, with its privileged location between the three continents of Europe, Asia and Africa, making it a highway for maritime trade in the region and the world. Also, the stunning beauty of the beaches and islands of the Persian Gulf provides a unique opportunity for the tourism industry of the coastal countries. The beautiful island of Kish, which has been named “the Pearl of Persian Gulf”, has been announced as the fourth tourist destination in Southwest Asia by the Iranian Tourism Organization.

But perhaps most importantly, the Persian Gulf has abundant hydrocarbon resources, including oil and gas. For more than a hundred years, Iran and the countries of the region have exploited the hydrocarbon resources of the Persian Gulf and its shores, and much of the economic growth and development of the region (including urban, industrial and even social development) is due to these valuable resources. An important part of the region’s contemporary social and political history has also been affected by resources from oil and gas sales. And we all know that the future of the region is increasingly linked to the Persian Gulf.

All the historical, cultural-identical, economic, geo-economic and geopolitical aspects of the Persian Gulf make it doubly important to maintain the security of this gulf for the whole region. Unfortunately, in the last few decades, the serenity of the blue waves of the Persian Gulf has been disturbed by the presence of US-led naval fleets. Arms-producing governments, by spreading false narratives of the goals and strategies of countries in the region against each other, have created a sense of false fear and intimidation in order to foment an arms race and sell as many deadly weapons as possible. Therefore, the withdrawal of trans-regional forces, which are the source of convulsions, threats and the escalation of the arms race, is a requirement for maintaining lasting peace and security in the region.

Accordingly, the Islamic Republic of Iran has submitted a peace plan for the region, called “Hormuz Peace Endeavor (HOPE)” to the United Nations. In this plan, the President of the Islamic Republic of Iran suggests that Iran, in cooperation with the countries of the region, will ensure the security of the Persian Gulf, the Sea of Oman and the Strait of Hormuz. HOPE is based on the principles of respect for territorial sovereignty, peaceful coexistence, good neighborliness and non-interference in the internal affairs of countries. With this plan, the Islamic Republic of Iran once again emphasizes the need for cooperation between all countries in the region and the promotion of multilateralism and mutual trust to maintain peace, tranquility and security in the region.

The important message that needs to be conveyed in the world today is to let the Persian Gulf continue to be a place to connect the people of our region, not a place for fear, ambiguity and worry about the future of the region. The Islamic Republic of Iran has shown its goodwill for the transformation of the Persian Gulf into a gulf of Friendship; now the great global test is facing other regional and international actors.

Seyed Mohammad Ali Hosseini is

Ambassador of the Islamic Republic of Iran to Pakistan

LoC firing: protest lodged with India

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NEHAL MIRAJ

ISLAMABAD: A senior Indian diplomat was summoned to register Pakistan’s strong protest over the ceasefire violations by the Indian occupation forces along the Line of Control (LoC) on 28 April 2020, resulting in serious injuries to innocent civilians.

Due to indiscriminate and unprovoked firing by the Indian occupation forces in Rakhchikri sector, two innocent women, 45 years old Roqaya Begum, r/o Village Naban, and 60 years old Sarwar Bibi, r/o Village Kirni, sustained serious injuries.

The Indian occupation forces along the LoC and the Working Boundary (WB) have been continuously targeting civilian populated areas with artillery fire, heavy-caliber mortars and automatic weapons. This year, India has so far committed 913 ceasefire violations.

Condemning the deplorable targeting of innocent civilians by the Indian occupation forces, it was underscored that such senseless acts are a violation of the 2003 Ceasefire Understanding between the two sides, and are against all established humanitarian norms and professional military conduct. These egregious violations of international law reflect consistent Indian attempts to escalate the situation along the LoC and are a threat to regional peace and security. It was added that by raising tensions along the LoC and the WB, India cannot divert attention from the grave human rights situation in the Indian Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IOJ&K).         

Indian side was called upon to respect the 2003 Ceasefire Understanding; investigate this and other such incidents of deliberate ceasefire violations and maintain peace along the LoC and the WB. The Indian side was also urged to allow the United Nations Military Observer Group in India and Pakistan (UNMOGIP) to play its mandated role as per the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) Resolutions.

WHO chief lauds Azerbaijan efforts against COVID 19

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Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus commended the President of Azerbaijan for his strong efforts in the battle against COVID-19 at the national, regional and global levels, and for uniting and supporting efforts at all three levels

Baku, DNA

Director-General of the World Health Organization Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus has highlighted Azerbaijan`s contributions to the fight against the coronavirus pandemic both globally and regionally.

Speaking at a press conference, he noted that discussions on the fight against coronavirus were carried out at a recent meeting through videoconference held on the initiative of the President of Azerbaijan, adding he also attended the event. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus stressed the importance of such steps.

The WHO Director-General hailed Azerbaijan`s global contribution to the fight against the coronavirus pandemic. He said that Azerbaijan donated $5 million for this global struggle.

Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus commended the President of Azerbaijan for his strong efforts in the battle against COVID-19 at the national, regional and global levels, and for uniting and supporting efforts at all three levels.

COVID 19: PAK amy toops helping civil admin

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Troops are busy in relief efforts and distribution of more than 350000 army  assistance packages (containing basic food  items ) purchased through contributions of Army’s announced salary donation for COVID-19 affected people in various areas of  Pakistan to daily wagers, handicapped, labourers , widows & needy people including far flung areas

RAWALPINDI (DNA) -Pakistan army troops are assisting  civil administration in containment efforts of COVID-19 across the country. Troops are busy in relief efforts and distribution of more than 350000 army  assistance packages (containing basic food  items ) purchased through contributions of Army’s announced salary donation for COVID-19 affected people in various areas of  Pakistan to daily wagers, handicapped, labourers , widows & needy people including far flung areas.

*Area wise details of relief packets distribution include *

*AJ& K*

Muzaffarabad,Kel, Leepa Valley, Neelum Valley, Jhelum Valley, Bagh, Rawalakot, Bhimber, Kotli, Mirpur.

*GB*

Gilgat, Skardu, Jaglot, Astore, Hunza – Nagar , Diamir , Gakhuch and Chilas

*Balochistan*

Quetta, Khuzdar, Zhob, Sibbi, Ormara, Awaraan, Taftan, Dalbandeen, Washuk, Panjgoor

*Sindh*

Karachi, Pannu Aqil, Hyderabad, Badin, Chhor, Noshehro Feroz

*Punjab*

Rawalpindi, Jhelum, Murree,  Multan, DG Khan, Okara, Khaniwal, Layyah, Rajanpur, Sahiwal, Muzaffargarh, Lahore, Rahim Yar Khan, Melsi, Attock Bahawalnagar, Dera Nawab Sahib, Fort Manro, Faisalabad, Vehari, Bahawalpur, Lodhran, Kasur, Sheikhupura, Sialkot, Mangla, Pakpatan, Khushab, Chichawatni, Mian Channo, Jhang, Mianwali, Chakwal, Sargodha, Gujranwala, Kharian, Bhakhar, Hafizabad, Narowal, Chaniot, Toba Tek singh, Mandi Bahauddin, Gujrat.

*KPK*

Risalpur, Peshawar, Kohat, D.I. Khan, Bannu, Tarbela, Nowshera, Abbottabad, Bajaur, Tank, Miranshah, Khyber, Chirat, Mardan, Warsak, Thal, Mirali, Razmak.

Steps taken for protection and wellbeing of Kazakh people

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‘I ask some citizens to refrain from conspiracy gossip.

Yes, there are lapses in the work of state bodies, including systemic ones. We see them, we are learning lessons, and in the post-quarantine period we will take the necessary measures. But most government workers are working honestly and even selflessly. The crisis has shown that Kazakh citizens are a nation of true patriots. With your interested participation, we will be able to achieve all the goals. There is no doubt about that’.

Kassym-Jomart Tokaev

Since March 16, our country has been living in a state of emergency.

This has been a difficult time for many citizens. Some have lost their income, some have lost their job, others had to change their life plans. I sympathise with everyone from the bottom of my heart.

I had to make such a difficult but necessary decision in order to prevent the spread of a dangerous virus in Kazakhstan.

This has largely been successful. A pandemic is not growing exponentially.

Kazakhstan’s actions received positive reviews from the World Health Organisation and international experts.

Tough quarantine measures have been put in place in the country, public transport has been suspended, most organisations and institutions switched to a remote mode of operation, disinfection of streets and residential facilities is being carried out, and all infected citizens are receiving medical care.

Of course, the situation in different parts of the country is not the same.

In some regions, a surge in incidence has likely passed. In other regions, the dynamics of the spread of the virus are still alarming.

Our actions are based on the specific situation on the ground.

Our main task is to preserve the life and health of our citizens. We are also taking measures to preserve the incomes of the population and ensure social and economic stability.

Once again, I want to assure you – in these difficult conditions, no one will be left alone with their problems, the state will not leave anyone in trouble.

During the state of emergency, I announced two packages of support measures. Their active implementation is underway, although this has not gone on without administrative blunders that led to fair criticism from our society.

4 million 250 thousand people have received financial assistance.

More than 570 thousand people have received food packages. We plan to provide products to more than 1.1 million people of Kazakhstan.

Funds are allocated from the Birgemiz Foundation, created on the initiative of the First President – Leader of the Nation. The “Nur Otan” party is carrying out active work.

In April-May, more than 1.6 million people will receive state assistance to pay for utilities.

The availability and quality of food products are monitored on an ongoing basis.

There are enough necessary products in the country.

Local authorities are controlling the prices of socially significant products.

We are trying to financially support our medical staff, who are on the front line of the fight against the pandemic. The Ministry of Health and governors are taking measures to support other categories of medical workers.

More than 1.6 million citizens and 11.5 thousand small and medium-sized businesses have received a deferral of payments of loans, as well as loans totaling more than 360 billion tenge.

SMEs are in a difficult position today. If we do not help them survive, there can be no discussion about restoring the country’s economy.

Tax incentive measures have covered more than 700 thousand companies and individual entrepreneurs, which will allow them to save around 1 trillion tenge.

Funds have been allocated for lending to small and medium-sized businesses at affordable rates.

In order to avoid job losses and reductions in people’s wages, a register of relevant companies is being formed, which will receive appropriate support. It should include genuinely important companies for our economy.

Despite all the difficulties, farmers continue to work. Their work deserves sincere respect.

The issues of conducting spring sowing work are largely resolved. There should be no obstacles here. This is the task of the Ministry of Agriculture and the governors.

200 billion tenge has been allocated for financing spring sowing work and forward purchase, including 70 billion allocated for the development of seed production, the purchase of fertilizers and pesticides.

Overall, the amount of funds aimed at supporting citizens and business amounts to almost 6 trillion tenge.

This, as you know, is a huge amount. The task of the Government and regulatory bodies is to ensure the absolute effectiveness of the funds spent, and the transparency of the entire financing process.

Having achieved these results, we cannot stop now. The situation is still extremely serious.

Coronavirus continues to attack the whole world. The number of cases is approaching 3 million people, and this figure will increase. A second wave of the pandemic is expected.

The peak of the disease in Kazakhstan has not fully passed. There is still the threat of the situation getting out of control.

Unfortunately, in some regions, primarily in Almaty, a large number of doctors and medical workers have been infected with the coronavirus. Measures are being taken to ensure the safety of medical personnel. It is necessary to carefully analyse the reasons, determine the responsibility of officials, and prevent a recurrence of such a situation.

Without further precautions, other epicentres of infection may occur. If simultaneous removal of lockdown measures is implemented, we will face a new wave of incidence.

The danger of the disease can not be minimised. Coronavirus is highly contagious and carries a serious threat to human health. This is recognised by almost the whole world.

To say otherwise is to go against common sense or to pursue malice.

Given the current situation in our country and on the basis of a proposal by the State Commission and experts, I have decided to sign a Decree on the extension of the state of emergency until May 11 of this year.

This decision is dictated by the current complex reality.

In accordance with the law, the state of emergency will be completed on May 11, unless, of course, a new massive outbreak of the epidemic occurs. I hope this will not happen.

Our common task is to prevent a negative scenario in Kazakhstan. For me there is nothing more important than the life of every compatriot.

At the same time, the State Commission for ensuring the emergency regime is ready to soften the quarantine regime, primarily in areas and cities where the spread of the virus is under control.

The State Commission is entrusted with determining the list of organisations that will begin their work in all regions of the country, following the example of the capital.

First of all, these are industrial enterprises, construction and road construction companies, transport companies, banks, and public service centres.

But at the same time, it is necessary to ensure compliance with all sanitary standards, and conduct regular disinfection of workplaces. In everyday life you need to adhere to the rules of social distancing.

Company managers and local executive bodies are personally responsible for this. The role of the governors’ offices of all levels is growing significantly.

The Government will provide assistance in the amount of 42,500 tenge to citizens who have lost income for the second month.

You do not need to apply again. Payments will be made based on previously submitted documents.

Families who are in need will continue to receive food packages.

During the isolation period, it is not easy for parents with young children, who find it especially difficult to sit inside four walls.

The State Commission, together with the governors’ offices, should work out the issue of opening access to playgrounds and courtyards.

Naturally, this should be done with strict adherence to all sanitary standards and requirements.

Those with a summer residence are very worried, as we are in the midst of the most important spring period. The State Commission has considered this issue, and the decision will be announced publically.

All passenger flights were suspended in the country. This was completely justified. But taking into account the relative stabilisation of the situation, the Government will open flights from May 1 between the capital and Almaty.

This is necessary both for citizens and for the work of many specialists, including those involved in the fight against the virus.

At the same time, it is important to carefully consider all safety precautions, to develop regulations for the interaction of aviation and sanitary-epidemiological services.

Partial relaxation of quarantine measures cannot be seen as a return to the normal way of life.

Shopping and entertainment centres, cinemas, restaurants, parks and other crowded places will be closed for visiting. Distance learning will continue in universities, colleges, and schools.

I urge the people of Kazakhstan to treat these measures with understanding, it is necessary to be patient.

Warm weather and quarantine fatigue should not lead to irresponsibility. Violations of the lockdown regime can increase the number of coronavirus victims.

The main risk groups are people with chronic diseases and the older generation.

But there are examples of children becoming infected, and we have no right to risk their health.

There are no vaccines yet for coronavirus. Only strict observance of quarantine measures saves thousands of people from a dangerous virus. I ask you not to leave your homes without a specific need.

This is especially important during the holy month of Ramadan. This year, on the recommendation of the Spiritual Administration of Muslims of Kazakhstan, we will have to abandon some traditions, including gathering guests for iftar during fasting.

Ahead are also the May holidays, which will also have to be celebrated at home.

But none of the veterans of World War II will be left without attention. Governors will provide material assistance to war and home front veterans.

The Ministry of Health is faced with the task of increasing the volume of testing to at least 20-25 thousand tests per day, which corresponds to leading international standards.

The Government is instructed to bring the production of domestic test systems to the industrial level as soon as possible.

We need to take measures to use the available capacities for the production of immunobiological supplies.

When the vaccine formula is available, Kazakhstan should not depend on its supply from abroad.

In the post-crisis period, we will give priority to the development of medicine. This area will receive massive government support.

The Government should make practical proposals for improving the public health system in the draft new Code on Public Health and the Health Care System. I hope Parliament will adopt the Code before the end of the session.

Overall, we must now prepare for the post-crisis period. This was convincingly stated by the Leader of the Nation at a meeting of the Security Council on April 24.

By May 11, the Government and the National Bank will prepare a Comprehensive Plan for Restoring Economic Growth, including support for the most affected sectors.

Our country is entering a new phase of its development. In fact, we will live in a new reality.

Therefore, it is necessary to carry out a large-scale, in-depth transformation of the economy and public administration.

Today I again appeal to citizens who are on the front line of the fight against the pandemic.

Once again I express my gratitude to our doctors and all medical personnel, law enforcement officers and the military, who steadfastly and selflessly ensure the safety of our people.

I also thank the volunteers. Despite the risks, they are helping citizens in need on a daily basis.

I want to express my gratitude to journalists and media workers who continue to provide citizens with timely and reliable information.

The employees of the state apparatus deserve support too, as they are ensuring the vital activity of the state and the implementation of the package of anti-crisis measures in the most difficult conditions.

Kazakhstan is absolutely transparent in front of the international community, we are publishing all the data, no matter how sad it may be.

In this regard, I ask some citizens to refrain from conspiracy gossip.

Yes, there are lapses in the work of state bodies, including systemic ones. We see them, we are learning lessons, and in the post-quarantine period we will take the necessary measures. But most government workers are working honestly and even selflessly.

The crisis has shown that Kazakh citizens are a nation of true patriots. With your interested participation, we will be able to achieve all the goals. There is no doubt about that.

Together we will cope with all the difficulties and problems!

We are together!

Kassym-Jomart Tokaev  is President of Kazakhstan

Sajal Aly, Ahad Raza Mir’s picture takes social media by storm

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KARACHI (DNA News) – The loved-up picture of recently married Pakistani actors Sajal Aly and Ahad Raza Mir has taken the social media by storm.

The Alif actress took to Instagram and shared her photo with husband Ahad Raza.

CORONA VIRUS UPDATE IN PAKISTAN

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April 28, 2020: Coronavirus cases cross 14,000 mark

Death toll rises to 312 as coronavirus infects 14,612 people in Pakistan

Governor Sindh Imran Ismail tested positive for coronavirus

Sindh cabinet approves 20 percent waiver in school fee

April 27, 2020: Coronavirus cases surge to 13,915

Death toll rises to 292 as coronavirus infects 13,915 people across Pakistan

Special PIA flight from Melbourne reaches Lahore

 April 26, 2020: Coronavirus infects 12,723 in Pakistan 

Death toll rises to 269 as coronavirus infects 12,723 people across Pakistan

Shops in Islamabad to remain closed after 5 pm

Chiniot becomes first Punjab district to defeat COVID-19

No Covid-19 vaccine under development in Pakistan: Zafar Mirza

April 25, 2020: Confirmed case rise to 12,644 in Pakistan

Death toll  rises to 268 as coronavirus infects 12,644 people across Pakistan

Federal govt extends lockdown till May 9

Punjab govt extends lockdown by another 15 days

Sindh govt prepares SOPs to be followed during Ramadan

KP doctors demand PM Imran to impose complete lockdown for Ramadan

April 24, 2020: Confirmed cases surge to 11,155 / Death toll stands at 237

Death toll rises to 237 as coronavirus infects 11,155 people across Pakistan

Sindh CM chairs meeting over SOPs for businesses during Ramzan

President again asks people to pray at homes

138 Pakistanis died of coronavirus abroad: FO

April 23, 2020: Coronavirus cases cross 11,000 mark

Death toll rises to 235 as coronavirus infects 11,057 people across Pakistan.

Pakistan has increased its testing capacity for coronavirus: FM Qureshi.

Grocery stores to remain open, restaurants to remain closed during Sehr and iftar.

PIA air hostess tested positive for COVID-19.

April 22, 2020: Coronavirus cases cross 10,000 mark in Pakistan

Death toll rises to 212 as coronavirus infects 10,076 people across Pakistan

PM launches Ehsaas Rashan Portal to support vulnerable segments

Pakistan Railways may resume train service from April 25: Sh Rasheed

April 21, 2020: COVID-19 cases in Pakistan surge to 9565

Death toll in the country has reached 201 as coronavirus continues its spread

President Arif Alvi says the country will overcome coronavirus by remaining united

Balochistan extends coronavirus lockdown till May 5

April 20, 2020: 8418 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Pakistan

Death toll rises to 176 as coronavirus infects 8418 people across Pakistan.

PM appeals nation to stay at their houses as much as possible.

Pakistan starts repatriating UAE-based nationals stranded by coronavirus.

Sindh waives NOC condition for businesses exempted from lockdown.

April 19, 2020: Coronavirus cases rise to 8348

Death toll rises to 168 as coronavirus infects 8348 people across Pakistan.

Sindh govt decides not to use Tiger Force for relief campaign.

Govt introduces hoarding ordinance amidst coronavirus.

 April 18, 2020: Coronavirus infects 7638 in Pakistan

Death toll rises to 144 as coronavirus infects 7638 people across Pakistan

12 doctors, medical staff in KP become infected with coronavirus.

April 17, 2020: Confirmed cases exceed 7000 

Confirmed coronavirus cases have exceeded seven thousand as another 497 patients tested positive in the last 24 hours. Death toll has reached 135 as another 11 patients died today. 

Prime Minister Imran Khan expressed deep grief and sorrow over the deaths of Pakistanis living and working abroad due to coronavirus.

April 16, 2020: Coronvirus cases rise to 6919

Death toll rises to 128 as coronavirus infects 6919 people across Pakistan

Businesses nationwide take undue advantage of lockdown laxity

Second phase of Ehsaas program payments gets underway

 April 15, 2020:  Coronavirus cases cross 6,000 mark

Death toll rises to 111 as coronavirus infects 6383 people across Pakistan

Various industries exempted from lockdown reopen

Sindh Govt extends ongoing lockdown till April 30

April 14, 2020: Coronavirus infects 5837 people in Pakistan

96 reported dead, 5837 infected as coronavirus sweeps across Pakistan

Punjab govt has conducted 40,000 coronavirus tests: Dr Yasmin

Four more areas of Lahore sealed as coronavirus cases continue to surface

Passenger train operation to remain suspended till April 24

Corona infects six more doctors of Nishtar Hospital

April 13, 2020: 5496 Confirmed cases in Pakistan

Pakistan reports 93 deaths from coronavirus, 5496 infected cases

WHO provides coronavirus safety equipment to Pakistan: NDMA

Travel permission declared mandatory for COVID-19 recovered patients

 April 12, 2020: Confirmed cases rise to 5230

Coronavirus claims 91 lives, infects 5230 people in Pakistan

Sindh CM directs health department to start mobile testing facility

Combination of two drugs to have better results in treating corona patients: Dr Ata

 April 11, 2020: Confirmed cases cross 5000 mark

Coronavirus death toll in Pakistan rises to 86 with 5011 confirmed cases.

No shortfall of testing kits, machines in Pakistan: NDMA chief

Sindh reports 6 deaths, 104 new cases in last 24 hrs

Punjab govt to provide relief to farmers amidst coronavirus lockdown

Registration deadline for Corona Relief Tiger Force extended to April 15 

17 new coronavirus cases reported in Lahore s Chah Miran vicinity.

April 10, 2020: Death toll reaches 66  

Death toll has increased to 66 across Pakistan. Total confirmed cases reach 4695.

Prime Minister Imran Khan visited Hayatabad Medical Complex in Peshawar where he was briefed about the coronavirus situation in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and the steps taken to contain its spread.

The Prime Minister was accompanied by Minister for Planning and Development Asad Umar, Minister of State Shehryar Afridi, Special Assistant on Poverty Alleviation Sania Nishtar, Governor Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Shah Farman and Chief Minister Mahmood Khan.

April 9, 2020: Distribution of cash begins 

The disbursement of cash assistance to the deserving families under Ehsaas Emergency Cash program has been started.

In a tweet, Special Assistant to the Prime Minister on Poverty Alleviation and Social Safety, Dr. Sania Nishtar said that in the first phase, disbursements are being made to Kafalat beneficiaries.

She said special arrangements have been put in place at the disbursement points to avoid the spread of the pandemic.

Under Ehsaas Emergency Cash Program, a sum of twelve thousand rupees each will be given to the deserving families facing financial problems due to coronavirus.

The government has allocated 144 billion rupees for this purpose.

The Special Assistant said that seventeen thousand payment points are being established across the country with special protective measures to facilitate payment of cash assistance.

She said the people can call our toll free number 0800-26477 for any query.

Overall confirmed cases in Pakistan have increased to 4489 with 63 deaths.

April 8, 2020: 4187 confirmed cases

Death toll rises to 58 in Pakistan with 4187 confirmed cases.

CM Sindh decides to tighten provincial lockdown

Sindh announces 20 percent fee waiver for students of private schools

 April 7, 2020: Pakistan confirms 4005 coronavirus cases

Coronavirus tightens grip on Pakistan with 54 deaths, 4004 total cases.

Notification to extend lockdown in Islamabad till April 14 issued.

 April 6, 2020: Confirmed cases surge to 3505 / Death toll stands at 51

Confirmed coronavirus cases rose to 3,505 with 51 deaths across the country.

Pakistan opens Torkham and Chaman borders for three days

Govt successfully controlled spread of coronavirus by imposing lockdown: Asad Umar

 April 5, 2020: 2899 confirmed cases in Pakistan

Pakistan has reported 45 deaths and 2899 confirmed cases of the coronavirus.

KP govt allows food and medicine delivery for pets amid lockdown.

90 percent coronavirus patients asymptomatic: Dr. Yasmin Rashid

Pakistan to open Torkham, Chaman borders for four days from April 6.

April 4, 2020: Confirmed cases rise to 2818 / Death toll rises to 41

Death toll across Pakistan has reached 41 and total confirmed cases rose to 2818.

PIA partially restores its flight operation to United Kingdom (UK).

194 Pakistanis stranded in Turkey return to Pakistan.

April 3, 2020: Confirmed cases cross 2500

Number of confirmed cases rose to 2547 on Friday. 

Government has imposed ban on Friday congregational prayers at mosques across the country to control the spread of coronavirus.

April 2, 2020: Death toll rises to 31 

Death toll from coronavirus in Pakistan has increased to 31 with around 2291 confirmed cases. 

Two PIA flights carrying Canadians has left for Toronto from Lahore and Karachi today.

Another plane with medical equipment has arrived from China in Pakistan to aid the country to counter coronavirus.

April 1, 2020: Confirmed cases rise to 2071

Coronavirus cases rise to 2,071 in Pakistan on Wednesday.

At least 17 coronavirus-affected persons who had earlier tested positive for coronavirus in Quetta have recovered and tested negative.

PM Imran Khan has said that coronavirus situation in Pakistan is feared to aggravate however, the rate of rise in the cases may be gauged in one week time.

The Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority (PCAA) has issued a new travel advisory to counter the coronavirus pandemic.

March 31, 2020: Confirmed cases rise to 1865 / Death toll rises to 26

Death toll across Pakistan has reached 26 as number of total cases rises to 1865.

Punjab decides to close stores by 5pm

Govt launches WhatsApp coronavirus helpline

 PM Imran creates coronavirus relief fund

Punjab approves Economic Aid package worth Rs10 Bn

March 30, 2020: Death toll Reaches 20 / News Cases Surface

Another five patients died in different areas today (Monday), taking death toll to 20 from across Pakistan. 

Punjab Chief Minister Sardar Usman Buzdar said the provincial government took timely measures to counter the coronavirus pandemic and announced best package to provide relief to daily wagers.

Leader of the Opposition in the National Assembly and Pakistan Muslim League Nawaz (PML-N) President Shehbaz Sharif said tests at large scale and quarantine centers, separate from hospitals, are solution to the coronavirus epidemic.

March 28, 2020: Death toll reaches 11 

Death toll across Pakistan has reached 11 on Saturday. Number of total confirmed cases soar to 1420.

China s special plane carrying relief assistance to fight coronavirus has arrived in Islamabad.

March 27, 2020: Confirmed cases rise to 1296

Coronavirus cases rise to 1,296 in Pakistan on Friday after more cases were reported in Sindh and Punjab. 

Religious scholars from all schools of thought have urged people across the country to stay inside their houses and pray from home.

Prime Minister Imran Khan has announced to form a Corona Relief Tigers Force comprising volunteers who will assist government in prevailing situation.

March 26, 2020: Confirmed cases rise to 1179

Total confirmed cases in Pakistan have reached 1179 on Thursday. Another patient has died in Lahore, taking death toll to 9. 

Saudi Arabia has halted Hajj agreement with Pakistan until the situation in country gets better.

Govt launched app for e-policing, emergency services, domicile, ID card, land revenue record, arms licenses, registration of vehicles, payment of token taxes, issuance of birth and death certificates and various other facilities.

March 25, 2020: Confirmed Cases Reach 1022 / Death toll rises to 8

Total 1,022 coronavirus patients were confirmed on Wednesday as new cases continue to surface from across the country. 

Accordingly to Health Ministry, 21 have recovered so far and five patients are in critical condition.

March 24, 2020: 975 Poitive Cases / First Death in Lahore

Total confirmed cases in Pakistan have reached 975 on Tuesday.

10 more coronavirus patients recover in Sindh.

PM Imran announces Rs1200 billion economic package and cuts petrol price by Rs15.

Train operations suspended across Pakistan till March 31.

Schools in Punjab to remain closed till May 30.

Partial lockdown is being observed in Punjab.

57-year-old patient identified as Afrasiyab, who was admitted in Mayo Hospital, lost his life today.

March 23, 2020: 875 Positive cases / Death toll rises to 6

Another two patients have died on Monday, taking death toll across Pakistan to 6. Number of confirmed cases have reached 875.

Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) on Monday has given one-time permission to Qatar Airlines to bring back Pakistanis stranded in Doha due to the coronavirus outbreak.

Punjab Chief Minister Sardar Usman Buzdar announced that that a lockdown will be imposed throughout the province for the next 14 days in order to control the spread of coronavirus.

The decision was taken during a meeting of the provincial cabinet.

March 22, 2020: Confirmed cases rise to 777 

Number of confirmed cases rose to 777 on Sunday. 

Dr Usama Riaz, who played a vital role in screening suspected patients in Gilgit-Baltistan, has passed away, according to Information Department.

Spokesperson of Balochistan government has confirmed first death of the province. 65-year-old Muhammad Ali, who was resident of Alamdar Road, was receiving treatment at Sheikh Zaid Hospital from four days.

Sindh and Gilgit-Baltistan governments have imposed lockdown in the provinces from 12:00am tonight after the number of coronavirus cases escalated.

PM Imran Khan, while addressing the nation, said that complete lockdown in the country due to the coronavirus will badly affect the livelihood of poverty-stricken people as Pakistan does not have enough resources to provide free food to the people at their homes.

Shopping malls, restaurants and all recreational spots to remain closed for two days in Punjab from Saturday 9pm to Tuesday 9am.

Pharmacies, grocery stores, chakkis, tandoors, milk shops, petrol pumps, vegetable and fruit markets, chicken and meat shops will remain open. Restaurants only allowed takeway and delivery services.

Chaman-Spin Boldak border between Pakistan and Afghanistan has been closed for trade after brief opening on the directions of Prime Minister Imran Khan.

March 20, 2020: 483 Positive Cases / First Death in Sindh 

The Sindh government has on Friday confirmed first death of conronavirus patient, a 77-year-old man, in the province as the fatalities in Pakistan have risen to three.

The death has been verified by Sindh Health Minister Dr Azra Fazal Pechuho. The victim was a resident of Karachi and had no travel history. He was admitted to hospital on Thursday in critical condition.

United States Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for South and Central Asian Affairs, Alice Wells on Friday has said that US will provide one million dollars to Pakistan under USAID programme to bolster monitoring and rapid response against coronavirus.

Number of confirmed patients has reached 483.

While uging people to maintain social distancing to prevent coronavirus spread, Prime Minister Imran Khan ruled out lockdown in Pakistan.

Talking to senior journalists in Islamabad on Friday, he said since the country, with 25% of its people suffering from absolute poverty and the overall poverty at around 40%, could not afford lockdown of cities, the construction sector would be offered special incentives to keep the wheels of economy running and providing jobs to the labourers and daily wagers.

The prime minister, however, in response to a question said if required the government would enforce complete lockdown but would go step by step by initially closing down specific places with enhanced number of patients. 

March 19, 2020: 447 Cases Confirmed 

447 patients have tested positive across Pakistan since 26th February. Sindh has reported 245 cases, Punjab 78, Balochistan 81, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa 23, Gilgit-Baltistan and Kashmir 13 and 7 patients have been confirmed in Islamabad. 

So far, three deaths have been confirmed and five patients have recovered.

Pakistan Railways decides to suspend eight trains to Karachi.

Interior Ministry has closed Wagah Border for two weeks.

March 18, 2020: 259 Infected Patients / First Death Confirmed

Number of confirmed coronavirus cases in Pakistan rose to 288 on Wednesday. Total patients tested positive for COVID-19 in Sindh are 208, Balochistan 16, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa 19, Gilgit-Baltistan 13, Punjab 28 and Islamabad 4.

Government postpones all exams till June 1.

Death of a 90-year-old patient confirmed in Gilgit-Baltistan.

March 17, 2020: 237 tested positive 

Number of confirmed coronavirus cases in Pakistan rose to 278 on Tuesday with 208 patients in Sindh, 16 in Balochistan, 16 in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, 3 in Gilgit-Baltistan, 26 in Punjab and 4 in Islamabad.

Pakistan Cricket Board has postponed Pakistan Super League 2020 with immediate effect and the two semi-finals and the final will be rescheduled for a later date.

Prime Minister Imran Khan has urged the world community to consider writing off loans of developing countries like Pakistan to help them cope with the coronavirus.

March 16, 2020: Coronavirus cases in Pakistan surge to 137

The number of confirmed coronavirus cases in Pakistan rose to 137 after more people were diagnosed with the novel coronavirus disease across the country.

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Health Minister Taimur Saleem Jhagra in his latest tweet said that 15 out of 19 received in the province from Taftan have tested positive for the virus.

Meanwhile, new cases have emerged in Sindh after 15 new cases from Taftan are being confirmed in Sukkur. The total number of cases in the province has risen to 103.

March 15, 2020: Coronavirus cases rise to 52

Special Assistant to the Prime Minister on Health Dr Zafar Mirza confirmed that the number of confirmed coronavirus cases in Pakistan has risen to 52.

In his latest tweet, Dr Zafar Mirza said, “We’ve increased our diagnostic capacity, and are now able to carry out #coronavirus test in 13 labs across the country.”

He further said that the country s diagnostic capacity has been ramped up and now 13 labs can carry out screening tests for COVID-19.

March 15, 2020: Punjab confirms first case / Sindh reports 17 cases

Punjab has confirmed one case of coronavirus in Lahore, the Punjab Health Minister said on Sunday, marking the first recorded cases of the virus in the province.

According to Health Minister Dr Yasmin Rashid, a 54-year-old man, who arrived in Lahore from UK on March 10, has contracted the viral disease.

Sindh government spokesperson Mutaza Wahab on Sunday reported that at least 13 pilgrims, who arrived in Sukkur from Iran, have tested positive for the virus, raising the tally in Sindh to 34.

Earlier today, Sindh Health Department confirmed four new cases of coronavirus in Karachi. Three out of four new patients returned from Saudi Araba few days back and one patient has no recent travel history.

March 14, 2020: 3 Discharged / 2 New Cases Surface

Three coronavirus patients in Pakistan have been discharged from hospitals after recovery and no fatalities in the country are reported so far. 

Another person tested positive for COVID-19 in Karachi, Sindh. 38-year-old patient came from Saudi Arabia. 

One more coronavirus patient reported in Karachi, Sindh. 

Prime Minister Imran Khan took to twitter to announce that he would be addressing the nation soon and taking the  people in confidence over the coronavirus pandemic.

In his tweet he wrote “I want to inform the nation I am personally overseeing measures to deal with COVID 19 and will address the nation soon.”

“I would advise people to follow safety instructions issued by our govt. While there is a need for caution there is no need for panic”, he said, adding that “We are alert to the dangers & have put in place sufficient protocols for the safety and health of our people. The WHO has commended our efforts as being amongst the best in the world.”

March 13, 2020: Toll Reaches 28 

In a press conference on Friday, Special Advisor to Prime Minister on National Health Services Dr Zafar Mirza confirmed that number of patients infected with COVID-19 has increased to 28.

National Security Committee meeting presided over by Prime Minister Imran Khan decided to keep all educational institutions closed till 5th April. 

Pakistan Day parade cancelled over coronavirus fears.

PCB has rescheduled PSL 2020.

March 11, 2020: Second Case in GB

A spokesperson for Gilgit-Baltistan government confirmed second coronavirus case in the region. The patient, a 14-year-old hails from Skardu, the spokesperson added.

Number of confirmed patients in Pakistan rise to 20.

March 10, 2020: Jump in Number of Patients

Positive cases of the coronavirus in Pakistan had more than doubled, taking the total tally to 19.

March 8, 2020: Seventh Case / One Patient Recovers

State Minister of Health Zafar Mirza confirmed one more case of the coronavirus in Karachi, taking the total tally in Pakistan to seven.

However, Mirza said one patient tested positive for the virus had already recovered.

March 6, 2020: Sixth Case Confirmed

Sixth case of coronavirus confirmed in Pakistan. Patient belongs to Sindh province.

March 3, 2020: Fifth Case Confirmed 

5th COVID-19 case confirmed in federal areas.

March 1, 2020: Scanners Installed at Airports

Executive Director at the National Institute of Health (NIH), Major-General Aamir Ikram, on March 1 said that Pakistan had installed five new state-of-the-art scanners at airports around the country to screen for possible cases of the coronavirus.

February 29, 2020: Two More Coronavirus Cases

Two more cases of coronavirus confirmed in the country, taking the total tally in Pakistan to four. 

“I can confirm 2 new cases of #coronavirus disease have been diagnosed today in Pakistan. 1 in Sindh and 1 in Fed areas. These patients are being handled according to clinical protocols. Contact tracing has started and we will make sure all concerned are taken well care off,” he wrote on Twitter.

Nick Jonas gushes over Priyanka Chopra

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The ultimate power couple of Nick Jonas and Priyanka Chopra have built an empire of devoted fans not just in America but all over the world.

The Voice judge recently opened up about his wife Priyanka during an interview on The Kelly Clarkson Show, detailing how he realized she was ‘the one.’

“It’s kind of a long story,” he began. “I’ll tell it. So basically, we were told by a mutual friend that we should meet. He said I’ll connect you guys. He never did. I got impatient so I direct messaged her on Twitter. She responded. We talked back and forth about a year on text. Then we finally met in person. It wasn’t really a date. We just met in person and went for a drink.”

He further revealed how it took him an additional year to go out on a proper date with her as he had been occupied with Kingdom and Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle while she was engaged with Quantico and Baywatch.

“Then about a year later we went on our first official date to The Hollywood Bowl to see Beauty and the Beast Live. Just recently we played there to end the first leg of the tour and she sat two boxes away from where we sat on our first date. It was very cool.”

Addressing the criticism they got after they officially started dating in 2018, Nick said: “Mind your own business.”

“When you know you know. We heard that pretty much from everybody once we told people we were engaged. It was kind of magical. Within eight, nine weeks, we were talking about marriage. Within 10, 11 weeks we were engaged. We got married in December last year.”

CPNE welcomes new team at Federal Information Ministry

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KARACHI, APR 28  (DNA) – The Council of Pakistan Newspaper Editors (CPNE) has welcomed the new changes at the Federal Information Ministry with Senator Shibli Faraz taking charge as Information Minster and former DG ISPR Lt Gen (Retd) Asim Saleem Bajwa being given an honorary position as Special Assistant to Prime Minister on Information.

In a joint statement issued here on Tuesday, CPNE President Arif Nizami and Secretary General Dr. Jabbar Khattak said that Pakistan’s media industry is currently facing an existential crisis owing to issues related to freedom of press and unprecedented financial hardship that has been exacerbated by the Coronavirus pandemic, which is currently wreaking havoc across the country.

The CPNE President and Secretary General hope that the new team at the Information Ministry, who are quite aware of the problems being faced by the media, will play a decisive role in resolving them by engaging and consulting all stakeholders in a frank dialogue.

Arif Nizami and Dr. Khattak expressed their concern over the longstanding issue of pending payment of advertising dues to various media outlets and an endemic issue of nonpayment of salaries to media workers that also remains unresolved.

They urged the new Information Minister and SAPM on information to ensure that all legitimate dues owed to media houses are cleared expeditiously and that pending salaries owed to media workers are paid by their respective employers immediately as well.=DNA

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