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Pakistani-American filmmaker Mumtaz Hussain honored for his creative work
Pakistani-American filmmaker and Views and News contributor Mumtaz Hussain has been honored in recognition of his achievements in creative arts. Governor Punjab Chaudhry Sarwar during his visit to New York decorated Hussain with a medal on behalf...Apr 20, 2019 2004 0 -
Modi threatens to wipe out Pakistan with ‘mother of nuclear bombs’
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has threatened to wipe out Pakistan with the “Mother of Nuclear Bombs.” Modi, whose BJP draws support on several extremist groups, is bidding for reelection in the ongoing elections, and made...Apr 18, 2019 872 0 -
Who will be Pakistan’s next finance minister?
In the midst of negotiating a bailout deal with the International Monetary Fund, Pakistan’s government suddenly finds itself is in search of a new finance minister after Asad Umar’s exit. Umar, a former CEO of Engro...Apr 18, 2019 792 0 -
Pakistani-Americans remain a big source of remittances with a 23.58% boost this year
The remittances sent by Pakistani-Americans jumped 23.58 percent to $2.516 billion during the first nine months of the 2019 fiscal year. The State Bank of Pakistan data shows that overseas Pakistanis sent $15.096 billion in the...Apr 17, 2019 724 0 -
US reviewing assistance to Pakistan
With Pakistan playing an important role in pushing forward Afghan Taliban talks as per President Trump’s policy for a negotiated end to the war, the United States is conducting a review of its assistance to the country, which...Apr 13, 2019 1054 0 -
Pakistan welcomes Sikh pilgrims with open arms at the start of Vaisakhi festival
Pakistan is welcoming thousands of Sikh pilgrims from neighboring India as thee community turns to its spiritual center for Vaisakhi New Year celebrations. Millions of Sikhs all over the world respect Pakistan as the holy land...Apr 13, 2019 985 0 -
‘Market Pakistan as great investment destination for durable U.S. ties’
It’s time for Pakistan to market its huge business potential to American investors, a leading entrepreneur says amid expected transition in South Asia from security-focused relations to a scenario of less interdependence, when the U.S. will draw...Apr 11, 2019 1087 0 -
Take part in political process to make a difference – Pakistani-American NJ town mayor
Pakistani-American Sadaf Jaffer, whose election as mayor of Montgomery township in New Jersey came as a breath of fresh air amidst divisive debate on immigration, has a simple message to share: Be active participants in the...Apr 11, 2019 2007 0 -
IMF expects Pakistan’s economic growth to be around 3% in 2019
Image: Jhimpir Wind Farm Credit: Muzaffar Bukhari from Islamabad Pakistan’s economic growth will slow down to 2.9 percent of GDP this year, a slump from 5.2% last year as the country faces some...Apr 9, 2019 786 0 -
Imran Khan: Pakistan sees no more use for militant groups it once created
Prime Minister Imran Khan Tuesday Pakistan sees no use for militant groups that it created during the U.S.-backed fight against Soviet occupation of Afghanistan. “We will not allow armed militias to operate anymore,’’ he told representatives...Apr 9, 2019 792 0