PM Imran appoints Dr Faisal Sultan as new SAPM on health
Dr Sultan, who will replace Zafar Mirza, will hold the status of a federal minister, according to a PM Office statement.
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Tania Aidrus, Dr Zafar Mirza resign as special assistants to PM over 'criticism'
"It is unfortunate that a Pakistani's desire to serve Pakistan is clouded by such issues," says Aidrus.
Journalist Matiullah Jan released 12 hours after being abducted from Islamabad
Jan was released by unidentified persons in a deserted area in Fateh Jang, family sources say.
'Smart lockdown' strategy has helped balance life and livelihood, PM Imran told at NCOC briefing
Imran Khan appreciates nation's "resilience and adaptability" to adjust to the new normal by following SOPs.
Pemra suspends TV channel 24NewsHD’s licence
Regulator says channel was granted licence to air entertainment content but it was airing news and current affairs.
Govt decides against selling off PIA-owned hotel in New York, to run it through joint venture
Meeting chaired by Hafeez Sheikh also de-notifies task force formed to develop business plan for NY-based hotel.
'Upward trajectory of economy severely affected by Covid-19,' says govt ahead of annual budget
PM Imran says govt is prioritising those sectors which promise job opportunities for the youth.
PM Imran directs officials to take punitive action against those responsible for petrol shortage
"Anyone found involved in hoarding shall face [the] full force of [the] law."
Farogh Naseem resigns as law minister, will represent govt in Justice Isa's reference case
Naseem says he has resigned on the "request" of the prime minister.
In phone call, PM Imran and Erdogan decide to enhance cooperation against Covid-19
Turkish president offers Eid greetings, condoles loss of lives in Karachi plane crash, says PMO.
Diamer-Bhasha dam ready for construction, PM Imran told
"Announcing to start construction of Diamer-Bhasha dam is historic news for all generations," says PM's aide Asim Bajwa.
YouTube CEO writes to PM Imran, pledges $5 million to spread virus awareness in Pakistan
Letter from YouTube CEO says platform "quickly removing videos" discouraging treatment or spreading disinformation.
Shibli Faraz appointed new information minister, Asim Bajwa replaces Firdous Ashiq Awan
Awan removed as special assistant to the prime minister on information and broadcasting.
Trump assures Pakistan of support during Covid-19 crisis, says will provide 'ventilators and economic help'
US president also offers to send rapid testing machine for Covid-19 after learning the premier would get tested.
PM Imran urges world bodies to grant debt relief to developing countries
Says highly indebted countries face lack of fiscal space which limits their response to the pandemic.
Khusro Bakhtiar removed as food security minister in yet another cabinet shake-up
Jahangir Tareen rubbishes news that he was removed as task force on agriculture's head, says he was never appointed.
Nausheen Amjad replaces Shabbar Zaidi as FBR chairperson
Amjad was already serving as acting chairperson of FBR since Jan after Zaidi went on indefinite leave due to his health.
Pakistan closes western borders, bans public gatherings as coronavirus cases rise to 28
Int'l flights will only operate from Karachi, Islamabad and Lahore airports, National Security Committee decides.
'Aurat March' held nationwide to mark International Women's Day
Members of religious group disrupt Aurat March in Islamabad, situation brought under control by police.
PM Imran meets Qatar Emir in Doha, hopes for 'peace and stability' in Afghanistan
Visit takes place two days prior to the US-Taliban peace deal signing ceremony in Doha.