ISLAMABAD (DNA) – Setting tough conditions for a bailout package, International Monetary Fund (IMF) on Friday demanded the government to give State Bank authority of decisions regarding dollar rate and make National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA), Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA) independent.As per the details, for a bailout package, the IMF while demanding Pakistan for strict measures to increase tax income said that the target of tax should be fixed at Rs5000 billion.
Defamation suit: Meesha Shafi challenges LHC decision in SC
ISLAMABAD (DNA) – Pakistani singer Meesha Shafi on Friday has challenged decision of Lahore High Court (LHC) in Supreme Court (SC) regarding defamation suit filed by singer and actor Ali Zafar.In a petition, the artist said that trial court had not allowed to defer questioning on the witnesses.Earlier, LHC had directed sessions court to conclude the defamation suit between Ali Zafar and Meesha Shafi within three months.
Foreign Secretary issues guidelines for Implementation of UNSC 1267 sanctions
ISLAMABAD (DNA) – Guidelines for the Implementation of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC 1267) sanctions were launched today (Friday) at Ministry of Foreign Affairs The guidelines have been prepared by the National Committee for overseeing implementation of Sanctions against individuals and entities designated by the UN Security Council 1267 Al Qaida /Da’esh Sanctions regime and Security Council 1988 (Taliban Sanctions regime). A large number of representatives of the federal and provincial governments including those of financial institutions, law enforcement, and other implementing agencies attended the event.
Nawaz reaches Sharif Medical City for check-up
LAHORE (DNA) – Former Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif Friday reached Sharif Medical City to be examined by neurologists.The detailed check-up of the erstwhile premier will be done in the presence of his personal physician – Dr Adnan. The neurologists will conduct different tests to normalize the circulation of blood in his brain.It has been told that Nawaz Sharif’s health is in sensitive condition and he remains under observation of doctors at home despite not being admitted to the hospital.
Hamza Shahbaz appears before NAB in assets beyond income case
LAHORE (DNA) – Opposition Leader in Punjab Assembly Hamza Shahbaz on Friday has appeared before National Accountability Bureau (NAB) in assets beyond income case. According to details, the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) leader was directed to bring along complete record regarding his foreign account.The staff members of Hamza was barred from entering the office. On Wednesday, the Lahore High Court (LHC) had granted pre-arrest bail to Hamza Shahbaz till April 17 after he filed two separate petitions amid fear that the NAB may arrest him in the Saaf Pani and Ramzan Sugar Mills cases.
IMF delegation will visit Pakistan to finalize program: Asad Umar
WASHINGTON (Web Desk) – Finance Minister Asad Umar says government is working on structural changes in the economy.Talking to media in Washington, he said it has been decided in principle to start IMF mission and the decision has been taken in the best interest of national economy.The Finance Minister said IMF program will bring improvement in the economy.He said IMF delegation will visit Pakistan in coming weeks to finalize technical details.
PM Imran condemns Quetta blast, summons report from local govt
QUETTA (DNA) – Prime Minister (PM) Imran Khan on Friday has expressed grief over the deaths of innocent people in Quetta blast. In a statement, the premier condemned the attack and summoned report from the authorities concerned. He also directed the provincial government to provide best medical facilities to the victims.
COAS calls on PM Imran, discusses security situation
ISLAMABAD (DNA) – Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Qamar Javed Bajwa on Thursday Prime Minister Imran Khan.During the meeting, matters pertaining to country’s overall security situation came under discussion.
Model Town case: Ahmad Awais resigns as Punjab Attorney General, tells CM Buzdar
LAHORE (DNA) – Chief Minister of Punjab (CM) Usman Buzdar on Thursday has appeared before Lahore High Court (LHC) for the hearing of a notice issued to Advocate General of Punjab Ahmad Awais for contempt of court regarding formation of new Joint Investigation Team (JIT) in Model Town carnage case.
During the proceedings, the CM told that Ahmad Awais has resigned as Punjab Attorney General over which Justice Qasim Khan said that AG is province’s higher official.
Pakistan hands over further questions on Pulwama incident to India: FO
ISLAMABAD (DNA) – Foreign Office Spokesperson Dr Muhammad Faisal on Thursday said that Pakistan has asked India to provide actable intelligence over Pulwama incident.Addressing weekly news briefing in Islamabad on Thursday, he said that Pakistan handed over a further set of questions regarding the Pulwama incident to Indian High Commission, adding that Pakistan will respond to any Indian aggression.“We await the Indian response to questions shared with them,” he said and added India has so far not provided any actionable intelligence that could lead to Pakistan s involvement in the Pulwama incident.
