LAHORE (DNA) – Opposition Leader in Punjab Assembly Hamza Shahbaz on Monday appeared before accountability court in Ashiana Housing and Ramzan Sugar Mills references.
During the hearing, Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) president and Opposition Leader in National Assembly (NA) Shehbaz Sharif’s exemption plea has been approved by the judge. The hearing has been adjourned till May 11. Talking to media outside the court, Hamza Shahbaz said that the inflation has increased ahead of the holy month of Ramzan. Government ministers are doing nothing except criticism, he added. The PML-N leader said that the incumbent government has failed to run country.
NAB references: Hamza Shahbaz appears before accountability court
U.S. declines Indian request to share data on Pakistan’s F-16s
ISLAMABAD, APR 29 (DNA) – The U.S. government has reportedly declined India’s request to share information on the use of F-16 fighter jets by the Pakistan Air Force (PAF) during a dogfight along the Line of Control (LoC) on February 27 when Indian Air Force (IAF) violated Pakistan’s airspace.“Soon after we were informed by the Indian side about Pakistan using F-16 aircraft on February 27, we informed the Indians that we will not be sharing any information on the subject as it is a bilateral matter between the US and Pakistan”.
US will continue normal consular operations at embassy in Islamabad: FO
ISLAMABAD, APR 29 (DNA) – Foreign Office on Monday has termed as misleading the media reports about a US Federal Registry notification on introduction of new rules on consular matters.In a statement, the Foreign Office said there are ongoing discussions between Pakistan and the United States on consular matters including repatriation issues.It said both countries are working bilaterally on these issues consistent with their respective laws and have made considerable progress.
Azerbaijan to host 5th World Forum on Intercultural Dialogue on May 02
BAKU, APR 28 (DNA) – Azerbaijan is set to organize the 5th World Forum on Intercultural Dialogue from 2 to 3 May in Baku, the motto of this Forum is ‘Building dialogue into action against discrimination, inequality and violent conflict’.The Forum will examine the critical role of Intercultural Dialogue as an actionable strategy for building human solidarity and helping localities counter the violence and discrimination in diverse communities.
Is ‘naya’ Pakistan all about attacking police stations, asks Marriyum Aurangzeb
LAHORE (DNA) – Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) Spokesperson Marriyum Aurangzeb on Sunday condemned Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader Shaukat Bhatti’s attack on Hafizabad’s City Police Station.The PML-N leader said is the naya (new) Pakistan all about attacking police stations, and expressed concerns about the common people when the security officials are not safe themselves.
CPEC transformed into strategic partnership between Pakistan, China: PM Imran Khan
BEIJING (DNA) – Prime Minister (PM) Imran Khan on Sunday vowed that the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI)-led federal government would ensure implementation of effective measures to facilitate investors in Pakistan.He addressed Pakistan and China Investment Forum in Beijing, and pledged that Pakistan’s government would eradicate all hurdles which resist foreign investors from investing in Pakistan.Specifically, he praised Chinese investors for having foresight in terms of investment by stating that they were well aware of in which country to invest.
Pervaiz Musharraf to appear before special court on May 2
LAHORE (DNA) – Former president Pervaiz Musharraf has decided to return to country to face a high treason case in special court.According to media reports, lawyer of former military czar, Advocate Salman Safdar said despite his deteriorating health condition, Musharraf was determined to appear before the court that had summoned him for the hearing scheduled for May 2.The lawyer said because of his fragile health condition the approval of his personal physician in the current circumstances is necessary, however, family sources have confirmed his arrival date, he added.
Foreign women association holds charity bazaar
ISLAMABAD, APR 27 (DNA) – A charity bazaar arranged by Islamabad Foreign Women Association (IFWA) on Saturday drew huge interest from people hailing from all walks of life.Participated by over 100 stakeholders and entrepreneurs, the bazaar provided citizens of Islamabad with an opportunity of enjoying cuisines of various countries.
Pakistan relaxes visa regime for 48 countries
ISLAMABAD, APR 27 (DNA) – Pakistan on Saturday announced to have relaxed visa regime for 48 countries.Out of these 48 countries all nationals of five countries will visit Pakistan without any visa. These countries include Nepal, Maldives, Tonga, Trinidad and Tobago and Western Samoe.
APNS, PBA delegation to take part in Baku intercultural Forum
ISLAMABAD, APR 27 (DNA)- A delegation of senior media people led by President All Pakistan Newspapers Society (APNS), Hameed Haroon is set to leave for Baku, Azerbaijan to take part in 5th World Forum on Intercultural Dialogue .The Forum will take place on May 2. The media delegation is composed of senior people from both print and electronic media. APNS office bearers and members of the prestigious Executive Committee are included in the delegation.Likewise representatives of Pakistan Broadcasting Association (PBA) are also included the delegation.
