A domestically made fighter aircraft of the Indian Air Force crashed on Tuesday in the western state of Rajasthan, the first such incident since the jet was inducted nearly eight years ago. The pilot ejected safely, the Indian Air Force said in a statement. Tuesday’s crash breaks the jet’s safety record since its first test flight more than two decades ago, an Indian Air Force officer told Reuters. The Indian government in 2021 gave a $6bn contract to state-owned Hindustan Aeronautics Limited, opening a new tab for 83 Tejas jets. The Tejas has been beset by design and other challenges and was once rejected by the Indian Navy as too heavy.

PESHAWAR - City Traffic Police on Monday chalked out a comprehensive traffic plan to ensure smooth flow of traffic during the holy month of Ra­mazan. According to Chief Traffic Officer Dr Zahidullah 1035 wardens, three SPs, 12 DSPs would be per­form late night duty for uninterrupted flow of traffic before Iftar and after Maghrib prayer. He warned that no leniency would be shown over vio­lation of traffic rules.

CHITRAL - Nestled in the breathtaking Bam­borait Valley here, Kalasha Dur Museum attracted tourists and archaeology lovers in droves, ex­ploring the rare artefacts and stat­ues of the Gandhara Civilisation. “Chitral is my favourite tourist place due to its diverse culture es­pecially Kalash, archaeological sig­nificance and adventure sports. The Kalasha Museum is a good edition in Chitral that impress me the most,” said former Conservator of Forest Gulzar Rehman while talking to APP. He said the foundation of Kala­sha Museum commonly known as Bamborate Museum was laid in 2001 and completed in 2005. The experts said the proposed Kumrat-Madaklasht ca­ble car if constructed would turn Chitral a hub of tourism besides bring direct foreign investment.

Muhammad Aurangzeb is a seasoned banker with more than 35 years of diverse experience at leading global banks in Pakistan and overseas. PHOTO: FINANCE MINISTRYThe most-awaited appointment - after the premier - has been announced, and serves as a fresh break from tradition for the PML-N-led government. The country's new finance czar is a career banker, and the internet has something to say about this appointment. Aurangzeb's appointment comes amid a debilitating economic crisis and the need for Pakistan to secure a crucial IMF programme, which will be of utmost priority for the new finance chief. A former Citi banker, Aurangzeb has also served in JP Morgan’s Global Corporate Bank based in Singapore and at ABN AMRO in Amsterdam.

Catherine, Princess of Wales, on Monday apologised and admitted to editing an official portrait of her released by the palace that prompted AFP and other agencies to withdraw the altered image. Her Kensington Palace office on Sunday sought to dispel rumours by distributing an official photograph said to have been taken by her husband Prince William of his wife with their three children. They included several inconsistencies such as the zip of Kate's jacket being misaligned in one place, while part of Princess Charlotte's sleeve is missing. British media outlets, often frustrated by palace stonewalling, have tended not to question official royal information, she added. Sunday's contentious photograph overshadowed the Commonwealth Day event, even without the king in attendance as he undergoes treatment for cancer.

From Tribune staff reportsTRUSSVILLE–The Trussville Area Chamber of Commerce (TACC) announced the dates for this year’s Trussville Spring Carnival on Monday. The 2024 carnival will be held from Thursday, April 4 through Sunday, April 7 in the grassy field next to Holy Cross Episcopal Church and across from Veteran’s Park. ‘We know the community looks forward to the carnival, and are excited to have it back this spring” says TACC’s Melissa Walker. The spring carnival, sponsored by Amari & Gray Legal Advocacy and Consulting, will feature a variety of tasty treats as well as rides and activities for all ages. Parking will be available at Veteran’s Park and at other lots along Main Street.

Vijayawada: Jana Sena chief Pawan Kalyan has asked his party activists to do their best in the coming polls in AP to oust the YSRC from power. At an event held at the party headquarters in Mangalagiri on Tuesday, Pawan Kalyan formally inducted Bhimavaram’s former MLA Pulaparthi Ramanjaneyulu into the Jana Sena. He advised Ramanjaneyulu to strengthen the party. PK said that despite losing the 2019 polls, he was able to take the party forward and work out an alliance between the TD, JS and BJP. Earlier, Pulaparthi Ramanjaneyulu vowed to work for JS and Pawan Kalyan and said he joined the JS after being impressed by the ideals of Pawan Kalyan.

This is the reason why for the first time in many years, Instagram became the most popular app worldwide in 2023, surpassing TikTok. According to a Censor Tower report, the success of Instagram compared to TikTok is probably the result of the popularity of the Rails feature. However, TikTok users are more active, spending an average of 95 minutes a day on the app, compared to an average of 62 minutes for Instagram users. The founder of Facebook said that we failed to adopt the new trend of social networking which contributed to the popularity of Tik Tok. Tik Tok is currently facing strong political opposition in the United States and a bill was recently submitted to the House of Representatives to block it.

According to Indian media, the plane crashed in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan. The Indian Air Force has said in a statement on social media platform X that the plane was on a training flight, the pilot managed to get out of the plane safely before the plane crashed. The Indian Prime Minister also saw the demonstration of the Tejas aircraft during this time. It should be noted that last year too, a fighter plane of the Indian Air Force crashed during a training exercise in Rajasthan. According to Indian media, in July 2022, two people were killed when a fighter plane of the Indian Air Force crashed.

President, PM felicitate nation on advent of RamadanPresident Asif Ali Zardari has congratulated the entire Pakistani nation and Muslims around the world on the advent of Ramadan. In his message, he said Ramadan provides us with a golden opportunity to become an ideal Muslim by devoting ourselves to the obedience and servitude of the Allah Almighty. Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has congratulated the Pakistani nation and Muslims around the world on the auspicious occasion of Ramadan. The Prime Minister urged all wealthy Pakistanis to help poor and needy in their communities during this holy month of fasting. The Prime Minister urged his fellow countrymen to remember their Kashmiri brothers and sisters, who are enduring atrocities at the hands of Indian oppression.

Legendary Pakistani author, satirist, and host Anwar Maqsood has denied the rumors circulating about his abduction. For the past few days, news regarding the kidnapping of Anwar Maqsood has been circulating on social media. However, Anwar Maqsood has dismissed all such circulating news as baseless by releasing a video in his humorous style. The writer said that if the bone was broken, how could he make biryani, I am making biryani now, otherwise someone else would make biryani for me. News coming fromAnwar Maqsood denied all the news and also said that I not only deny all such news but also condemn those who spread such news without verification.

The Jaguars and former Buffalo receiver Gabe Davis agreed to a three-year, $39 million contract during the NFL’s legal tampering period Monday, March 11, 2024, according to a person familiar with negotiations. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis, File)The Jacksonville Jaguars found a potential replacement for Calvin Ridley in free agency. The Jaguars and former Buffalo receiver Gabe Davis agreed to a three-year, $39 million contract during the NFL’s legal tampering period Monday, according to a person familiar with negotiations. And Darby steps in for Darious Williams, although the Jaguars likely will draft a plug-and-play cornerback with an early round pick. And they’ll turn to Davis to team with fellow receivers Christian Kirk and Zay Jones.

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s new cabinet with 19 members took oath on Monday, tasked with running the South Asian country of 241 million people facing profound economic, political and security challenges. The new government will also have to tackle a surge in militancy, with Balochistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa worst hit by attacks. Independent candidates backed by Khan gained the most seats, 93, after the elections, but Sharif’s Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) and the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) of the Bhutto dynasty agreed to an alliance to form a coalition government. Protests over the weekend saw over a hundred PTI leaders and supporters arrested, according to the party. Sharif will also have to manage ties with the all-powerful military, which has directly or indirectly dominated Pakistan since independence.

FILE - Buffalo Bills wide receiver Gabe Davis (13) runs after a catch during the second half of an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Chargers, Saturday, Dec. 23, 2023, in Inglewood, Calif. The Jaguars and former Buffalo receiver Gabe Davis agreed to a three-year, $39 million contract during the NFL's legal tampering period Monday, March 11, 2024, according to a person familiar with negotiations.

Amid these eclipsing factors Pakistan, how so ever is moving towards formation of new governments at the Centre and in provinces. Concept of SIFC enshrines whole of the nation approach for resolution of economic wows that our country is ceased with. Unless we do this the dream of Pakistan becoming a melting pot of regional trade and connectivity will stay unfulfilled. In present situation, CPEC is the only project that carries potential to help Pakistan industrialise, develop human resource and undertake technological advancements to become progressive and prosperous. Harnessing this potential, with technological and scientific yield multipliers could usher a green revolution in the country in next 5 years.