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Pakistan’s first electric bus service will start in Karachi from today
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Pakistan’s first electric bus service will start in Karachi from today

Pakistan's first electric bus service will start in Karachi from todaySindh Transport Minister Sharjeel Inam Memon has announced that the operations of People's Electric Bus Service will be started from today.According to the Minister of Transport, the first route of Pakistan's first electric bus service is being started for the people of Karachi, the fare of which will be up to 50 rupees. He said that the electric bus will provide service from Jinnah Avenue Malir to Clock Tower, while passengers going to the airport can also benefit from the electric bus service.He further said that the focus of the Sindh government is always on development and prosperity.Editor: Raja Kamran
The important meeting of the Election Commission was held under the chairmanship of the Chief Election Commissioner Mr. Sikandar Sultan Raja in which the four honorable members participated
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The important meeting of the Election Commission was held under the chairmanship of the Chief Election Commissioner Mr. Sikandar Sultan Raja in which the four honorable members participated

  The important meeting of the Election Commission was held under the chairmanship of the Chief Election Commissioner Mr. Sikandar Sultan Raja in which the four honorable members participatedIn the meeting, the request and notifications of the provincial government of Sindh were considered.  The provincial government has requested to postpone the local body elections of Karachi division, Hyderabad and two tehsils of Khairpur Nathan and Meher of Dadu district, which are scheduled to be held on January 15, 2023.In this regard, the Election Commission has rejected the request of the provincial government to postpone the local body elections, keeping in view the legal and constitutional requirements.  And has ordered that the elections in Karachi Division, Hyderabad and other distric...
Nawaz Sharif and Shehbaz Sharif telephonic talk, discussed the political situation in Punjab
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Nawaz Sharif and Shehbaz Sharif telephonic talk, discussed the political situation in Punjab

Nawaz Sharif and Shehbaz Sharif telephonic talk, discussed the political situation in PunjabPML-N leader Nawaz Sharif has contacted Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif over the phone regarding the political situation in Punjab. According to the sources, the political situation of Punjab was discussed in detail in the telephone conversation between PML-N leader Nawaz Sharif and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif.In the contact, the situation that might arise when the Assembly is dissolved was also discussed. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif will give some important instructions to the Governor of Punjab, Balighur Rehman, if general elections are held in March or April, what will be the strategy of PML-N? And how strong can the position be? All these aspects were also discussed.Prime Min...
Nick Hockley withdrew from the series against the Afghan team due to the decisions of the Taliban
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Nick Hockley withdrew from the series against the Afghan team due to the decisions of the Taliban

Nick Hockley withdrew from the series against the Afghan team due to the decisions of the TalibanCricket Australia chief executive Nick Hockley has said the Taliban's decisions in November and December signaled a difference in women's basic human rights. Nick Hockley, while giving a statement on the issue of withdrawing from the cricket series against Afghanistan, has said that due to the difference in basic human rights, we had to decide to withdraw. He said that we did not take the decision to withdraw from the ODI series against Afghanistan lightly, we consulted the government in detail. The chief executive of Cricket Australia says that this is a very challenging and sad situation.Nick Hockley said that we were hopeful of playing the series and were in touch with the Afghan C...
Ceremonial Handover of G77 Chairmanship of Pakistan
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Ceremonial Handover of G77 Chairmanship of Pakistan

Ceremonial Handover of G77 Chairmanship of PakistanThe Group of 77 and China , In a dignified ceremony held in the Trusteeship Council, at the United Nations Headquarters, Pakistan handed over the Presidency of Group of 77 and China to the Republic of Cuba.Speaking on the occasion via a pre-recorded message, Foreign Minister of Pakistan, Bilawal Bhutto Zardari said that “the Group of 77 and China has been instrumental in maintaining development at the heart of the United Nations and focus of development partners towards the triple crises faced by the developing countries owing to Covid-19 Pandemic, war in Ukraine and accompanying restrictions, and climate change”.He appreciated Group’s unity and called for maintaining its coordination and collective action, which was necess...
Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif met His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the United Arab Emirates and Ruler of Dubai
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Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif met His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the United Arab Emirates and Ruler of Dubai

Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif met His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the United Arab Emirates and Ruler of DubaiPrime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif met His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the United Arab Emirates and Ruler of Dubai today.His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid welcomed the Prime Minister to Dubai and expressed his best wishes for progress and development of Pakistan under his leadership. The Prime Minister thanked His Highness for warmly welcoming him and his delegation. He underscored the importance of Pakistan-UAE relationship and expressed that Pakistan views UAE as a trusted political and economic partner. He also emphasized the exploring of ...
Farewell meeting of British High Commissioner Dr. Christian Turner with Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari
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Farewell meeting of British High Commissioner Dr. Christian Turner with Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari

Farewell meeting of British High Commissioner Dr. Christian Turner with Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto ZardariFarewell meeting of British High Commissioner Dr. Christian Turner with Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari. In the meeting, they discussed increasing bilateral cooperation in various fields including Pak-UK relations.The Foreign Minister expressed his gratitude for the announcement of an additional £9 million in aid from the UK to help flood victims. During the meeting, the Foreign Minister appreciated the actions taken by the British High Commissioner regarding climate change awareness in Pakistan.Foreign Minister's best wishes to British High Commissioner Christian Turner.Editor: Raja Kamran
A delegation of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) met with IG Punjab Aamir Zulfiqar Khan at CPO
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A delegation of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) met with IG Punjab Aamir Zulfiqar Khan at CPO

 A delegation of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) met with IG Punjab Aamir Zulfiqar Khan at CPOThe 8-member delegation headed by Mr. Jeremy Milsom also included officials from the Royal Embassy of Norway. During the meeting, the UNODC delegation informed about the training of the staff of Women and Juvenile Facilitation Center in Gujranwala. Ending the incidents of violence, harassment and rape against women and children is one of the top priorities of the Punjab Police. Instruction of IG Punjab to start work for establishment of Women and Juvenile Facilitation Center in Lahore and Rawalpindi. The cooperation of UNODC and Norwegian Embassy in establishing the Women and Juvenile Facilitation Center is appreciated.Specially trained women and personnel have been ...
Prime Minister’s Meeting with the President of United Arab Emirates
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Prime Minister’s Meeting with the President of United Arab Emirates

Prime Minister’s Meeting with the President of United Arab EmiratesThe President of the UAE agreed to roll over the existing loan of US$ 2 billion and provide US$ 1 billion additional loan. Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif met His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the United Arab Emirates in Abu Dhabi today.His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed welcomed Prime Minister Sharif to Abu Dhabi and wished progress and prosperity for Pakistan. He praised the historical relations between the two nations and the valuable contributions made by the Pakistani community in the UAE. The Prime Minister thanked the UAE President for inviting him to the brotherly country. The two leaders discussed the fraternal relations existing between Pakistan and the UAE; and expl...
Chinese Ambassador Nong Rong’s farewell meeting with Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari
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Chinese Ambassador Nong Rong’s farewell meeting with Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari

Chinese Ambassador Nong Rong's farewell meeting with Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto ZardariDuring the meeting, bilateral relations between Pakistan and China, development of bilateral cooperation in various sectors including CPEC project were discussed. The Foreign Minister appreciated the services of the Chinese Ambassador in promoting bilateral relations between Pakistan and China.Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari expressed good wishes for Chinese Ambassador Nong Rong.Editor: Raja Kamran