ISLAMABAD (DNA) – Prime Minister Imran Khan has said PTI government has paid back 10 billion dollars on debt servicing on loans taken by the previous governments.In an interview, he said we are focusing on controlling current account deficit and money laundering to relieve pressure from the rupee. He said we inherited record current account deficit of over 19 billion dollars, which increased pressure on rupee.

ISLAMABAD, JUL 01 (DNA) -Pakistan is due to begin receiving oil supplies on deferred payments from the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia at the start of the new fiscal year.Pakistan will start receiving monthly oil supplies worth $ 275 million from Saudi Arabia with effect of July 1, 2019.These supplies will continue over the next three years, with a total value of $ 9.9 billion.

GILGIT, JUL 01 (DNA) – The President, Arif Aliv has appreciated the government of Gilgit Baltistan for introducing Plastic Free Campaign in the District Hunza which is the first of its kind initiative in the whole Country.He urged the incoming tourists to respect and show regard to the rule of the land and help the local community in preserving the natural beauty of the area.  Furthermore, the president said that this practice will help to promote environment friendly initiatives in country.

ISLAMABAD, JULY 01 (DNA) -The All Pakistan Newspapers Society (APNS) has expressed its profound concern that the directive of the Prime Minister for payment of outstanding dues of print media by June 30, 2019, has not yet been implemented, stated a press release of APNS.Sarmad Ali, Secretary General, APNS announced the decisions of the Executive Committee which met at Islamabad chaired by Ms. Rameeza Majid Nizami, Senior Vice President of the Society.

ISLAMABAD, JULY 01 (DNA) -The All Pakistan Newspapers Society (APNS) has expressed its profound concern that the directive of the Prime Minister for payment of outstanding dues of print media by June 30, 2019, has not yet been implemented, stated a press release of APNS.Sarmad Ali, Secretary General, APNS announced the decisions of the Executive Committee which met at Islamabad chaired by Ms. Rameeza Majid Nizami, Senior Vice President of the Society.

ISLAMABAD, JUL 01 (DNA) – Pakistan strongly condemns the terrorist attack in Kabul this morning that has reportedly resulted in several causalities. Pakistan condemns terrorism in all its forms and manifestations.We offer our sympathies and condolences to the bereaved families. Such attacks are detrimental to the cause of peace, security and stability in Afghanistan.

ISLAMABAD (DNA) – Saudi Arabia has begun Road to Makkah project at Islamabad Airport today (Monday) to facilitate Pakistani pilgrims.A spokesman of the Ministry of Religious Affairs said a Saudi delegation has arrived in Islamabad to start the project.He said establishment of a special counter for Road to Makkah has been completed at Islamabad Airport and the Saudi delegation will start performing its responsibilities at the airport from today.

ISLAMABAD (DNA) – Government’s Asset Declaration Scheme 2019 ends today.Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) Chairman Shabbar Zaidi has said that no extension shall be given in the scheme after today’s deadline.Meanwhile, the FBR has issued instructions to its subordinate offices to remain open today and observe working hours till 11pm. The step has been taken to facilitate the taxpayers in payment of duties and taxes and filing of income tax return.

LONDON (DNA) – Prince William and his wife Kate will be undertaking a royal visit to Pakistan in the autumn at the request of Britain’s Foreign Office, Kensington Palace confirmed on Saturday.Further details will be provided in due course, their office said. Pakistan’s high commissioner in London welcomed the announcement.