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- PM Imran leaves for Davos summit, expected to meet President Trump Premier to deliver keynote address at World Economic Forum special session, hold bilateral meeting with world leaders.
- Alvi says unaware of wheat flour crisis “It’s not in my knowledge but [I] should be aware of it,” president tells reporters.
- President pays surprise visit to NICH, ‘pained’ by state of affairs “We need more hospitals as the poor rely solely on government facilities,” says President Dr Arif Alvi.
- Sikandar Sultan Raja named new Chief Election Commissioner Nisar Durrani and Shah Mohammad Jatoi picked as members of the ECP from Sindh and Balochistan, respectively.
- Nanbais down shutters, push KP govt for higher roti price KP Food Minister Qalandar Lodhi denies a flour crisis or shortage in the province.
- Sindh, Punjab block release of Zindagi Tamasha as producers move court against TLP ‘interference’ Khoosat has been requested to arrange a show “in any cinema house” on February 3 at 3pm, so the film may be reviewed.
- ‘Disgruntled’ lawmakers appear in PTI ranks About 20 party MPAs resent non-availability of development funds in Punjab.
- SC debates maintainability of petitions challenging reference against Justice Isa SJC has already taken cognisance and initiated inquiry against the judge, notes Justice Bandial.
- US hails progress made to meet FATF requirements On a four-day visit to Pakistan, Wells holds talks with interior minister.
- SC rejects PIA CEO’s appeal to continue working, questions appointment of 10 PAF officers Three-member bench hands over reins of PIA to board of governors.
- IHC forms implementation body on jail reforms Chief justice laments ‘miserable’ condition of prisoners.
- Sindh first province to safeguard rights of home-based workers, says Ghani Minister speaks at two-day meet on the economic empowerment of home-based workers in Pakistan.
- Govt can independently challenge Nawaz stay abroad: LHC Former premier’s counsel says doctors treating him in London had not so far allowed him to travel.
- ‘FBR fails to impose health levy on cigarettes’ No action has been taken even though cabinet had approved the long-awaited health levy bill on cigarette packs.
- Accountability court sends Ahsan Iqbal to Adiala jail PML-N leader is accused of using funds of federal government and PSB for a sports city being established in Narowal.
- Wheat row: Senators demand apology from govt for making ‘mockery of people’ Sheikh Rashid had said that people eat more bread in November and December, which has caused the wheat shortage.
- Competition watchdog earns PM’s ire over wheat fiasco Finance Division told to review the CCP’s organisational structure to make it a more effective regulator.
- Political pressure forces govt to put on hold gas tariff hike ECC defers decision to avoid public criticism over rising wheat, sugar prices.
- No turning point in sight as IMF predicts sluggish global growth The global economy expanded by 2.9 per cent last year, its slowest pace since the global financial crisis.
- Reconstitution of cotton committee directed Apathy towards cotton cultivation has caused a gradual decline in production and discouraged farmers, noted PM Imran.
- China coronavirus claims sixth victim as holiday travel heightens infection risks Scare brings back memories of SARS, another coronavirus that broke out in China, claiming nearly 800 lives.
- Prince Harry leaves for Canada in ‘symbolic’ departure: reports Harry boards evening flight to Vancouver after what is expected to be one of his final engagements as a working royal.
- Iran says it will quit Non-Proliferation Treaty if EU takes case to UN “If the Europeans continue their improper behaviour, we will withdraw from the treaty,” says Iran’s foreign minister.
- ‘Bangladesh can do well in Pakistan despite security concerns’ Head coach Russell Domingo says situation would strengthen the bond between players rather than hamper preparations.
- Skiers compete in World Snow Day contests at Naltar valley National winter competitions include skiing, ice hockey and ice skating competitions.
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