NAB apprehended untouchables for the first time and brought them to justice
Islamabad, August 17, 2021 (PPI-OT):Corruption is a serious challenge eroding the economic edifice of a society and promotes social and economic disparities in the country. NAB was established in 1999 in order to eradicate corruption and recover looted money from corrupt elements and deposit in the national exchequer. Honourable Mr. Justice Javed Iqbal, after assumption of his responsibilities as Chairman NAB more than three years ago has introduced a comprehensive and effective anti corruption strategy comprising Awareness, Prevention and Enforcement with commitment of “Accountability for All” policy which has started yielding excellent results. Reputed national and International Organizations like Transparency…
A high level military delegation led by General Fayyadh Bin Hamed Al-Ruwaili, Chief of General Staff (CGS), Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, called on General Qamar Javed Bajwa, Chief of Army Staff (COAS) at General Headquarters today
Rawalpindi, August 17, 2021 (PPI-OT):A high level military delegation led by General Fayyadh Bin Hamed Al-Ruwaili, Chief of General Staff (CGS), Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, called on General Qamar Javed Bajwa, Chief of Army Staff (COAS) at General Headquarters today. During the meeting, geo-strategic environment, security situation in Afghanistan and matters of mutual interest were discussed including bilateral defence cooperation and Training Exchange Programme. In view of the evolving regional security situation, Saudi CGS expressed full support for Pakistan’s efforts for peace in the region. The dignitary acknowledged Pakistan Army’s achievements in war against terrorism and contributions for regional peace…
Resolution on Afghanistan
Islamabad, August 17, 2021 (PPI-OT):The Senate Defence Committee takes note of the evolving situation in the neighbouring brotherly Afghanistan and expresses full solidarity and support to the people of Afghanistan in their quest for lasting peace in their war-torn country. Peace, security and stability are inextricably intertwined between Pakistan and Afghanistan and no other country has higher stakes for peace in Afghanistan than Pakistan. As an expression of Muslim brotherhood, Pakistan continues to be a model host, having hosted the largest number of refugees for the longest duration in history. Pakistan’s interests in Afghanistan are consistent and clear: Supporting the…
Senate Standing Committee on Law and Justice
Islamabad, August 17, 2021 (PPI-OT):A meeting of Senate Standing Committee on Law and Justice was held under the chairmanship of Senator Ali Zafar here at Parliament House today. Criminal Law (Amendment) Bill, 2021 moved by Senator Dr. Muhammad Farogh Naseem, Minister for Law and Justice was passed by the committee through majority vote after due deliberations. Senator Azam Nazeer Tarar was of the view that in presence of capital punishment there is no need to put offenders behind bars for remainder of their natural life as it will put unnecessary financial burden on national exchequer. Senator Musadiq Malik said that…
N.A Standing Committee on Planning Development and Special Initiatives met
Islamabad, August 17, 2021 (PPI-OT): 18th meeting of the Standing Committee on Planning Development and Special Initiatives was held today at 2:30 p.m. in Committee Room No.5 (Old Constitution Room), Second Floor, Parliament House, Islamabad, under the Chairmanship of Mr. Junaid Akbar, MNA. 2. The Committee unanimously confirmed minutes of its previous meeting held on 12th April, 2021. The Ministry gave a compliance report regarding the recommendations of the previous meeting. However, the Committee raised its concerns over the issues raised regarding Diamer-Bhasha Dam and Kartarpur Corridor Projects. Therefore, it was recommended that the Ministry may reconcile and provide a…
N.A Standing Committee on National Health Services, Regulations and Coordination met
Islamabad, August 17, 2021 (PPI-OT):A meeting of the Standing Committee on National Health Services, Regulations and Coordination was held on 16th August, 2021 at 10:30 a.m in Committee Room No. 7, Parliament House, Islamabad under the Chairmanship of Mr. Khalid Hussain Magsi, MNA. 2. The Committee discussed “The Islamabad Healthcare Facilities Management Authority Bill, 2021” (Government Bill) in detail. After detailed deliberations the Committee decided to review the draft of the Bill therefore, the Committee deferred “The Islamabad Healthcare Facilities Management Authority Bill, 2021” (Government Bill) till its next meeting. 3. The Committee further discussed “The Pakistan Nursing Council (Amendment)…
Tarin directs to accelerate import of wheat, sugar to ensure sufficient stocks
Islamabad, August 17, 2021 (PPI-OT): Finance Minister Shaukat Tarin has directed the ministries concerned to accelerate the import of wheat and sugar to ensure availability of sufficient stocks for smooth supply. He said this while presiding over a meeting along with Minister for National Food Security and Research, Syed Fakhar Imam and Special Assistant on Food Security Jamshed Cheema in Islamabad. The meeting reviewed the price trend of the essential commodities. The Finance Minister asked the representatives of the provincial governments to take corrective measures for reducing price differential between farm and retail prices. For more information, contact: Ministry of…
N. A Standing Committee on Inter-Provincial Coordination met
Islamabad, August 17, 2021 (PPI-OT):The National Assembly Standing Committee on Inter-Provincial Coordination (IPC) met today at 11:00 AM in Committee Room No. 5, Parliament House, Islamabad under the Chairmanship of Mr. Nawab Sher, MNA. 2. The meeting started with recitation from the Holy Quran. Chairman Standing Committee welcomed the Minister for IPC, Members of the Committee and other Participants. Secretary Ministry of IPC briefed the Committee about the mandate of the Ministry under Rules of Business 1973 and the organizational structure Ministry of Inter Provincial Coordination Division. He further apprised the Committee about Human Resource (Main Ministry and Departments, Budget…
ECC approves continuation of electricity and gas subsidy for export-oriented sectors
Islamabad, August 17, 2021 (PPI-OT): The Economic Coordination Committee of the Cabinet has approved the continuation of electricity and gas subsidy for export-oriented sectors to support the momentum of growth in exports during the current fiscal year. Presiding over the ECC meeting in Islamabad, Minister for Finance and Revenue Shaukat Tarin emphasized the need to incentivize export-oriented sectors in order to take our exports to the next level. The ECC constituted a sub-committee for presenting a plan to resolve the issue of continued use of gas by some units for power generation and non-cooperation in audit of such use. For…