BEIJING, (DNA) – China is a great success of the modern ag which has achieved sustained growth, transforming society, improving the quality of life of a billion people, said Prime Minister Imran Khan on Saturday at Leader’s Roundtable.At the onset of his speech at the event that was part of Belt and Road Initiative conference, The prime minister thanked President Xi Jinping and the Government of the People’s Republic of China for their excellent hospitality.
Imran Khan a ‘friend’, will talk to him again if needed: Indian actress-turned-politician
New Delhi, (DNA) – Even as tension continues to simmer between India and Pakistan, Indian actress and Trinamool Congress candidate Moon Moon Sen has said she would again speak to her old “friend” Imran Khan, the Pakistan Prime Minister, if the need arises.“Imran is a friend of mine. We are not involved in any way. But the kind of divisive politics that is going on (over nationalism with reference to Pakistan) is very dangerous,” Sen was quoted as saying by PTI.
Names of Shahid Khaqan, Miftah Ismail put on ECL
ISLAMABAD: (DNA) – The Interior Ministry on Friday placed the names of the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) leaders Shahid Khaqan Abbasi and Miftah Ismail on the Exit Control List (ECL).According to the Interior Ministry, Shahid Khaqan Abbasi and Miftah Ismail’s names were placed on the no-fly list on the recommendations of the National Accountability Bureau (NAB).
NAB committed to eradicate corruption from country: Chairman
ISLAMABAD, APR 26 (DNA) – NAB is committed to eradicate corruption in all its forms and manifestations across the board with iron hands.Justice (retd) Javed Iqbal, Chairman NAB, expressed these views on Friday.He said NAB is absolutely committed to eradicate corruption through effective National Anti-Corruption Strategy for logical conclusion of mega corruption white collar crimes cases by adopting“Accountability for All” Policy as per law.He said that 59 percent people have shown confidence upon NAB as per report of Gillani and Gallop Survey.
Pakistan fully supports multi billion dollars CPEC project: PM
BEIJING, (DNA) – Prime Minister Imran Khan has emphatically stated that Pakistani nation and government fully support multi billion dollars China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) project.He was speaking at a luncheon hosted by China-Pakistan Friendship Association and International Cultural Communication Center in Beijing.The Prime Minister noted that Pakistan and China cooperation has diversified under the umbrella of the CPEC. He said initially the corridor project focused on road infrastructure and energy projects but now we are taking it towards cooperation in the fields of agriculture and industries.
Spanish Flamenco performer Alba Heredia performs in Capital
ISLAMABAD, APR 26 (DNA) – The Embassy of Spain and Serena Hotels collaborated to host a fundraising gala dinner featuring a performance by renowned Spanish performer Alba Heredia.All the proceeds from the event went towards the long-term sustainable development and consistent quality education for projects undertaken by “Kaghan Memorial Trust”.Alba Heredia is an internationally acclaimed Flamenco performer who has a global following and is accredited with many awards.
PM Khan meets Tajik President in Beijing
BEIJING, APR 26 (DNA) – The Prime Minister Imran Khan met with Emomali Rahmon, President of Tajikistan on the sidelines of the 2nd Belt and Road Forum in Beijing, China.The Prime Minister reiterated the importance Pakistan attaches to closer ties and enhanced collaboration with Tajikistan in diverse fields.Among other things, matters relating to connectivity as well as energy cooperation were discussed.Both leaders exchanged views on political relations, high level exchanges, trade and economic interaction and regional situation.
Heatstroke claims 15 lives in Sehwan
SEHWAN APR,26 (DNA) The death toll has reached 15 in Sehwan owing to heatstroke in various parts of the city.As per an in-charge of the Edhi Centre in Sehwan, the death toll of devotees of Lal Shahbaz Qalandar had reached 15 as heatstroke had persisted in Sehwan for the last four days.However, the deputy commissioner of Jamshoro and chairman of the Mela Committee Fareeduddin Mustafa has denied the reports of deaths due to heatstroke and contended that only seven people had died in the last four days in Sehwan city.
Hadiqa Kiani responds to fan for calling her ‘aunty’
LAHORE APR,26 (DNA) – Pakistani famed singer Hadiqa Kiani on Friday has sternly responded to the comment of a fan in which she called her ‘aunty’.
The singer took to social networking site and pointed out the comment, stating, “Aunty ab tumhari Allah Allah karne ki age hai.”
ICC announces match officials for Cricket World Cup 2019
DUBAI APR,26 (DNA) – The International Cricket Council announced the appointments for the league phase of the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2019, on Friday. which comprises the best 22 match officials from around the globe.The 16 umpires and six match referees finalised for the 48-match tournament include prominent members of past World Cup-winning sides who will play a vital part in the delivery of the 30 May-14 July tournament that brings together the world’s top 10 ODI sides.
