ISLAMABAD, Aug 7 (APP): Prime Minister Shahid Khaqan Abbasi Monday said he wanted the parliament to examine the issue of Articles 62 and 63 of the Constitution. He said he would hold consultations with other political parties over the issue, which had been lingering on for a quite long time. The issue, he said, came […]
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Articles 62, 63 require parliament’s review: PM
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Fellowships for reporting on conflict, violence open
ISLAMABAD, Aug 7 (APP): Midcareer journalists who want to deepen their knowledge of trauma and improve coverage of violence, conflict and tragedy can apply for fellowship. This year, the Dart Center for Journalism and Trauma, a project of the Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism, will select 12 journalists as Dart Center Ochberg Fellows. The […]
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Azadi Train to start journey on Aug 12
ISLAMABAD, Aug 7 (APP): Minister for Railways Khwaja Saad Rafiq on Monday said that Azadi Train will be inaugurated on August 12 marking the celebrations for the 70th Birth Anniversary of Pakistan. The minister, in a statement, the Azadi Train would start its country-wide journey from Margalla Railway Station, Islamabad. He said the train would […]
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Gulalai refuses to quit as MNA
ISLAMABAD, Aug 7 (APP): Former Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader Ayesha Gulalai on Monday refused to quit as Member of the National Assembly (MNA). Talking to media persons outside the Parliament House, Gulalai said she had been elected MNA on merit and as a political worker and member of the august house, she would continue efforts […]
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Mehek Ali signs drama serial
LAHORE, August 7 (APP): Actress and Model Mehek Ali has signed a drama serial “Qatra Qatra Zindagi” which will be telecast by a private TV channel. Mehek Ali told APP here on Monday that she would perform as an oppressed girl who was facing problems at home and in society. She said people would like […]
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12 injured in blast at Outfall Road: Rescue 1122
LAHORE, Aug 7 (APP): At least 12 people were injured when a blast occurred in a fruit-truck at Outfall Road here on Monday. According to Rescue 1122 spokesman, a rescue team after information about the incident reached the scene and shifted the injured to the Mayo and Mian Munshi Hospitals. Rescue 1122 provided first aid […]