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UN General Assembly calls for immediate end to war in UkraineAt its resumed eleventh emergency special session, the world body adopted a new resolution calling for an end to the war, only hours before the conflict enters its second year on Friday.The results were 141 Member States in favor and seven against - Belarus, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea, Eritrea, Mali, Nicaragua, Russia and Syria. Among the 32 abstentions were China, India and Pakistan. By the terms of the 11-paragraph resolution, the Assembly reiterated its demand that Russia “immediately, completely and unconditionally withdraw all of its military forces from the territory of Ukraine and called for a cessation of hostilities”.The Assembly, through the resolution, urged Member States to cooperate in th...

Italian ambassador to Pakistan H.E  Andreas Ferrarese called on chairman senate Muhammad Sadiq Sanrjani at Parliament house in IslamabadH.E Andreas Ferrarese, the Italian Ambassador to Pakistan, called on the Chairman Senate, Muhammad Sadiq Sanjrani, at the Parliament House in Islamabad. During the meeting, the two discussed a wide range of issues of mutual interest, including bilateral relations, economic cooperation, and regional security. They also emphasized the need to enhance people-to-people contacts between Pakistan and Italy to further strengthen their ties.The Chairman Senate appreciated the positive role of Italy in promoting peace and stability in the region and expressed the hope for greater collaboration between the two countries. The Italian Ambassador expressed hi...

 Joint anti-narcotics operation at sea by Pakistan Navy, Pakistan Maritime Security Agency and Anti-Narcotics ForceJoint anti-narcotics operation at sea by Pakistan Navy, Pakistan Maritime Security Agency and Anti-Narcotics Force.  The operation was conducted on the basis of intelligence information. The value of seized drugs is about 3 billion rupees.The arrested traffickers and seized drugs were handed over to the Anti-Narcotics Force authorities for further legal action. Pakistan Navy along with other law enforcement agencies will continue its efforts to prevent illegal activities in the country's maritime boundaries.Editor: Raja Kamran

Prime Minister Mohammad Shahbaz Sharif strongly condemned the terrorist attack on Levies check post in MastungPrime Minister Mohammad Shahbaz Sharif strongly condemned the terrorist attack on Levies check post in Mastung. Praying for the elevation of the ranks of the Levies personnel who were martyred in the Prime Minister's attack. Prime Minister's condolence to the bereaved.Prime Minister prays for the recovery of those injured in the attack. The determination and morale of the security forces to destroy the terrorists is high. The entire nation salutes the martyrs: Prime Minister.Editor: Raja Kamran

Terrorists have attacked Levi's post located near Babri area of Mastung district of BalochistanAccording to Levies officials, 2 Levies personnel were martyred in the attack on the post. The Levies administration has said that after the attack, the terrorists also took weapons.According to AC Mustang, the area has been cordoned off and the search for the accused has been started.Local people have blocked the Quetta Taftan national highway in protest after the incident.Editor: Raja Kamran

Alliance of GSP Countries seeks bipartisan support for renewal of US GSP Program Masood Khan terms US GSP Program critical in strengthening trade ties, spurring growthAlliance of GSP Countries, comprising 27 nations, has called upon the U.S. Senate and the House of Representatives, in a letter, for their bipartisan support to expedite legislation for renewal of US Generalized System of Preference (GSP) Program for developing and the least developed countries. Pakistan also joined the Alliance and Ambassador of Pakistan, Masood Khan, co-signed the letter, along with other 26 ambassadors. With 118th Congress in place, we hope there is a window of opportunity for bipartisan legislation renewing the Generalized System of Preference stated the letter written by the Alliance to the Chair ...

 President announces 9th April as election date in Punjab and KPPresident Dr Arif Alvi has announced the date of 9th April, 2023 (Sunday) for holding of general elections of the Provincial Assemblies of Punjab and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa under Section 57 (1) of Elections Act, 2017 and has asked the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) to issue Election Programme in accordance with Section 57 (2) of the Act.In his letter to the Chief Election Commissioner of Pakistan (CEC), the President said that he was under oath to preserve, protect and defend the Constitution of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan under Article 42 read with third Schedule of the Constitution. He wrote that there being no restraining order from any of the judicial fora, there was no impediment in invoking the power an...

Change of command ceremony of Commander Pakistan Fleet in Pakistan NavyChange of command ceremony of Commander Pakistan Fleet in Pakistan Navy. Vice Admiral Owais Ahmed Bilgrami handed over the command to Rear Admiral Muhammad Faisal Abbasi.  Guard of honor was presented to the newly appointed Commander Pakistan Fleet in the ceremony.Rear Admiral Muhammad Faisal Abbasi has been posted in various command and staff positions. He has also been awarded Hilal Imtiaz (Military) in recognition of his outstanding services.Editor: Raja Kaman

H.E Mr. Andrew Dalgleish, British Acting High Commissioner called on Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue Senator Mohammad Ishaq DarH.E Mr. Andrew Dalgleish, British Acting High Commissioner called on Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar at Finance Division, today. The Finance Minister welcomed the British Acting High Commissioner and they exchanged views on matters of common interest including promoting mutual trade and investment between the two countries. Finance Minister Senator Ishaq Dar underscored that Pakistan had long historic ties with the United Kingdom and relations between the two countries needed to be further expended for the mutual benefits of the two sides. The Finance Minister briefed the envoy about economic challenges coupled wit...

Kalar Kahar bus accident14 people died, and more than 60 were injured in a bus accident near Kalar Kahar Motorway, Motorway Police. The bus was 49 seater and only 49 passengers were on board. Due to brake failure, the bus overturned after hitting the vehicles coming from the opposite direction. Two cars coming from the opposite direction and a Shahzoor pick-up were also hit, said a spokesman for the Motorway Police.DIG Motorway Muhammad Yusuf was present at the accident site and supervised the rescue operation. Due to the darkness, there was difficulty in the rescue operations. The bus was going from Islamabad to Lahore; Barati was riding in the bus, spokesman of the Motorway Police. The bus has been pulled out; one lane is closed while traffic is moving in two lanes.Motorway...