Urging the nation to act urgently, President Asif Ali Zardari has said that the attackers of Malala Yousafzai were making efforts to destroy Pakistan, adding that the young peace activist represents the resilience of our girls and women. In his message on International Malala Day, the president said that that the young girl was […]
The United Nations (UN) is observing November 10 (Saturday) as Malala Day, honoring the courage of 15-year-old education activist Malala Yousafzai, who was shot in the head by Taliban when she was in way home from school. In the meantime, over million people have signed global petitions calling for Pakistani schoolgirl activist Malala Yousafzai […]
President Asif Ali Zardari urged the nation to rebuild Pakistan in accordance with the dreams and vision of the great visionary and poet of east, Allama Muhammad Iqbal. In his message on the 135th birth anniversary of Allama Muhammad Iqbal, he said that this could best be done by understanding Islam in the light […]
At least six people including a senior police officer were reported killed while over 30 sustained severe injuries when a blast targeting police vehicle exploded in Qissa Khawani Bazaar area of Peshawar, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on Wednesday. According to the reports, a blast targeted the vehicle of Assistant Superintendent Police (ASP) Investigations, Hilal Haider. The blast […]
Prime Minister Raja Pervez Ashraf has said full potential of South Asia could only be realized by resolving differences peacefully and solving problems purposefully. Addressing the SAARC parliamentarians, the premier said the SAARC countries should develop a comprehensive and holistic strategy to address the challenges faced by the region. He was of the opinion that […]
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf chairman Imran Khan has said that 25 per cent of the party tickets will be given to the youth in the coming elections as only they could build new Pakistan. Addressing a PTI Youth Convention, the cricketer-turned-politician urged the youth to come forward and with their help will contest against the other political […]
Nov 5 2012 | Posted in
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President Asif Ali Zardari quelled rumors of a delay in the next elections, saying that Pakistan will soon achieve a peaceful democratic transition. Addressing the inauguration of the 6th Conference of SAARC (South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation) Speakers and Parliamentarians, the president said the democratically-elected government was nearing the completion of its constitutional term. […]
The government is reportedly making plans to introduce a bill in parliament which will convert death penalty into life imprisonment. According to the media report, the bill is likely to be tabled in the coming session of the National Assembly (NA). The reports quoting sources said that President Asif Ali Zardari was taking keen interest […]
Nov 3 2012 | Posted in
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In order to establish a transparent justice system, President Asif Ali Zardari has directed the Sindh government to work on a legislation that ensures better protection for witnesses. The president while presiding over a law and order meeting at Sindh Chief Minister’s House was briefed on the law and order situation of the city by […]
Nov 2 2012 | Posted in
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Information Minister Qamar Zaman Kaira has announced the caretaker government would take over around March 18, 2013 following the completion of the five-year term of the government, while general elections would be held 40 days after the caretaker set up took over. Addressing a press conference, the minister said that there was a baseless propaganda […]
Nov 1 2012 | Posted in
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Reiterating the government’s resolve to make Pakistan polio-free country, President Asif Ali Zardari said all efforts would be made for the complete eradication of the viral disease from the country. The president also directed health authorities to follow innovative strategies in reaching out to those parts of the populace that were still serving as reservoirs […]
Oct 31 2012 | Posted in
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It would be a first in the country’s political history and could well be one of the ruling party’s biggest achievements if this government manages to successfully and peacefully transfer power to the next elected government. One that is actually more impressive than it sounds. Now though the wily navigation of President Zardari is often […]
Oct 28 2012 | Posted in
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