Earthquake of magnitude 6.1 in Nepal, no loss reported

KATHMANDU Oct 22 (Online): Strong tremors of earthquake have been felt in Nepal. The 6.1-magnitude earthquake struck at 7:24 a.m. local time with its epicenter in Dhading, 55 kilometers (35 miles) west of Kathmandu, Arab media reported, citing Nepal’s National Seismological Center. No loss of […]

Rs.397.7 million fine imposed on 3109 power pilferers

FAISALABAD, Oct 22 (APP): The Faisalabad Electric Supply Company (FESCO) caught 3109 power pilferers during last 44 days and imposed a fine of over Rs.397.7 million for stealing electricity in various areas of the company during the ongoing special anti-power theft drive. Spokesman Tahir Sheikh […]

NCHR, IOM Pakistan sign MoU to protect human rights of migrants

ISLAMABAD, Oct 22 (APP): The National Commission for Human Rights (NCHR) and the International Organization for Migration (1OM) Pakistan have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) here Sunday to strengthen the cooperation and collaboration on initiatives relating to the promotion and protection of the human […]

Call for infrastructure up-gradation to boost tourism

ISLAMABAD, Oct 22 (APP): Infrastructure including roadways, airports and public transit systems should be upgraded to facilitate easier access to different tourist sites which promote tourism in the country at large. Talking to APP here on Sunday, a tourist Aleena Khan said that enhancing the […]

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