Modi to push India towards becoming a Hindu nation
India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi speaks with the media inside the parliament premises upon his arrival on the first day of the budget session in New Delhi, India, January 31, 2024. —ReutersNEW DELHI: Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi´s third-term win on Tuesday was not the landslide victory he had wanted, but it still provides the mandate to power his Hindu nationalist agenda forward, analysts say. Victory for Modi -- whose Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and allies were on track to win 291 out of 543 elected seats -- was forged in large part by the premier´s appeal to the Hindu faithful, worrying minorities including the country´s 200-million-plus Muslim community. Modi´s decade as premier has seen him cultivate an image as an aggressive champion of the country´s majority faith, holding well-publicised temple visits, fasts and meditations to burnish his religious credentials. “God has chosen us to serve Bharat (India) and fulfil our role in our country´s journey towards excellence,” Modi wrote in an op-ed Monday in the Indian Express, using the country´s name in Sanskrit, a word dating back to ancient Hindu scriptures.
Source:The Nation
June 04, 2024 22:54 UTC
Foreign Office receives all declassified copies of cipher
With the verdict of the cipher case announced, the has received all the declassified copies of cipher. The FO has received declassified copies from the Senate and National Assembly as the documents had been provided to these institutions during the PTI government. In 2023, the FO had written a letter to the NA speaker and Senate chairman where they asked for the return of declassified copies. Sources said the FO’s step to get the declassified copies back was crucial to stop the use of cipher for political reasons. The PTI government had sent the declassified copies of cipher to NA and Senate after the approval of cabinet to bring the matter before the parliament.
Source:The Nation
June 04, 2024 19:11 UTC
Pakistan Hockey Captain Seeks Nation’s Support Before Crucial FIH Nations Cup Match
Pakistan’s hockey captain, Ammad Butt, has called on the nation to pray for the team’s success as they gear up for a critical match against France at the FIH Nations Cup. ALSO READ Pakistan Nears Semi-Final Berth by Thrashing Canada in FIH Hockey Nations CupPakistan’s campaign in the tournament has been a mixed bag so far. These results place them comfortably in second place in Pool B, with a healthy goal difference of +7. A victory against France would mean that Pakistan will qualify for the semi-finals of the competition. Butt’s plea for national support highlights the team’s determination to bring home glory and the significance they place on the backing of their fans.
Source:The Nation
June 04, 2024 16:26 UTC
MESSAGE OF CHIEF OF THE NAVAL STAFF ADMIRAL NAVEED ASHRAF ON WORLD ENVIRONMENT DAY 2024
World Environment Day’ (WED) is observed on 5th of June each year and calls for protecting our natural surroundings. Our marine resources are a treasure trove of biodiversity that support a vast array of marine life, from majestic sea turtles to colourful coral reefs. Pakistan Navy celebrates WED to highlight the significance of environment in Pakistan to promote awareness amongst personnel and encourage them to adopt practices conducive to the marine environment. PN also continues to sensitize concerned Government and Non-Government organizations and departments to join hands and take actions to stem marine pollution and desertification. Remember, a clean and environment friendly Pakistan is a prosperous Pakistan!
Source:The Patriot
June 04, 2024 15:28 UTC
Man abducted, murdered by dacoits in Shikarpur
SHIKARPUR - Police failed to maintain law and order despite tall claims as a man abducted and cold bloodedly murdered by dacoits in Shikarpur district’s Khanpur taluka. According to police, Iqbal Napur, a nephew of local landlord Raees Karim Bux Napur, was taken hostage by a gang of bandits from agricultural farm in NapurKot police jurisdiction. The bandits threw the body of their victim in Kot Shahu Katcha area. Rampant kidnappings and other crimes by various gangs of bandits operating in the Katcha area have made life miserable for local population. Theauthorities and police department have claimed to act against criminals entrenched in the area but to no avail despite claims.
Source:The Nation
June 04, 2024 15:15 UTC
PERILS OF TWISTING HISTORY
The distortion of history for specific political gains is dangerous. Today, to talk about pervasiveness of fake news is common but what is less commonly spoken about is twisting the facts of history which is more precarious than that of promoting fake news. Pushers of fake history present extreme leftists as heroes worthy of emulation. Imran Khan also forgot to mention MuktiBahni who were getting military training and aid from India to create chaos in East Pakistan. Imran Khan also missed the historic fact that efforts of creating Bangladesh started much earlier than 1971.
Source:The Patriot
June 04, 2024 15:14 UTC
Alvi wants healing of nation’s wounds
Former President of Pakistan and Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Leader, Dr Arif Alvi talks to media persons, at Punjab Assembly in Lahore on June 3, 2024. — PPILAHORE: Former president Dr Arif Alvi has said the need of hour is to return people’s mandate back to people and heal the wounds of the nation. Three main demands today are the rule of law, release of the PTI founder and return of people’s mandate to the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf. Alvi said he was optimistic and would continue his struggle for the truth and right. He said the solution to prevailing issues lied in quashing of cases against PTI founder Imran Khan.
Source:The Nation
June 04, 2024 12:57 UTC
Dozens killed by extreme heat in India as polls close in world’s largest election
NEW DELHI - Extreme heat in India has killed at least 77 people over the past 10 days, including dozens of poll workers, as voting wrapped up in the world’s largest general election. At least 33 poll workers died in a single day in India’s most populous state of Uttar Pradesh, the state’s chief election officer, Navdeep Rinwa, told reporters Sunday. Around 642 million showed up, the most ever to participate, Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar told a press conference on Monday. Voters and election workers have endured an extended period of extreme heat since polls opened on April 19, in a mammoth democratic exercise that ended Sunday. But the event has been marred by the deaths of dozens of poll workers and voters.
Source:The Nation
June 04, 2024 02:15 UTC
Debate on the events of 1971 will become too long, SK Niazi
Islamabad High Court’s decision on the cipher case is very good, KunwardalshadIn the PTI Core Committee, there was talk of no confidence in the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court, Hasan Raza PashaSarmad Ali has expressed his reservations on the media related billISLAMABAD:Chief Editor Sardar Khan Niazi’s conversation in Sachi Baat programmeMay 28 is a big day for us, nothing wrong with a public holidayReading any report and adding information is not a bad thingDebate on the events of 1971 will become too longIf a party has reservations about a judge, he should not hear their casesTalks of going on an official visit at one’s own expense are fakeThe cipher case was already a very weak case, ex-Secretary Election Commission KanwardalshadIslamabad High Court’s decision on the cipher case is very goodIf a case is made on the Hamudur Rahman report, a huge Pandora’s box will open,I myself met Hamudur Rahman Sahib, he told us a lot,General Zia-ul-Haq tried to get the Hamud-ul-Rehman report during his tenure,General Ziaul Haq also raided Bhutto’s house to get the reportFormer President of Pakistan Barconsul Hasan Raza Pasha’s talk in Sachi Baat programIn the PTI Core Committee, there was talk of no confidence in the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court, Hasan Raza PashaNo party within the Supreme Court spoke of no confidence in the Chief Justice, Hasan Raza PashaThe big thing in the cipher case is the cipher itself, which has not been produced in the court,At that time, as a law student, I had said that the verdict on the cipher case would not standThe founder of PTI, Hasan Raza Pasha, benefited from the filing of case upon caseConvicted in three cases, the beneficiary went to the PTI founder, Hasan Raza PashaThe three cases in which convictions were made are all three weak cases,Registration of case after case and prompt punishment brought public sympathies to PTI founderIn the Iddat Nikah case, especially the sympathies of women turned towards the founder of PTI,The frivolity is evident in the cases made against founder PTIWhoever made up the cipher and sent it had no statusPPP leader Senator Sarmad Ali’s conversation in Sachi Baat programSarmad Ali has expressed his reservations on the media related billThe main purpose of bringing the bill is to try to control social mediaControl the social media, if the print or electronic media are harassed, then we will speakMany laws are already in place to control the mediaAccording to the bill, any media house can be closed,We do not doubt the intention of the Punjab government, but laws can be misusedThe law is fine as far as social media is concerned but there are reservations regarding newspapers andWe are sure that our concerns will be resolved by the Chief Minister of PunjabThe reserved seats could only be obtained if one joined a parliamentary partyAll the candidates who won won the election as independentsInflation is gradually decreasing, economy is heading in the right directionThe government should try to give relief to the common man in the budget,It is hoped that steps will be taken to provide relief to the people in this budgetThe first priority should be to bring convenience in the life of the common manTo whom relief will not be brought to the common man, the problems will increase.
Source:The Patriot
June 03, 2024 20:00 UTC
India's election concludes with the votes being counted Tuesday. Here's what to know
India has a first-past-the-post multiparty electoral system in which the candidate who receives the most votes wins. Modi’s Bharatiya Janata Party and his main challenger, Rahul Gandhi of the Indian National Congress, represent Parliament’s two largest factions. During the polls Modi escalated polarizing rhetoric in incendiary speeches that targeted the country’s Muslim minority. Many watchdogs have now categorized India as a “hybrid regime” that is neither a full democracy nor a full autocracy. Another key issue is India’s large economy, which is among the fastest growing in the world.
Source:The Nation
June 03, 2024 19:52 UTC
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Die Hard actor Bruce Willis dead at 69?
Social media erupted in confusion after an unverified account called "news.wave" posted a video claiming actor Bruce Willis had passed away. The news quickly spread, causing a stir among fans, and leading them to panic many of them reacted via X (Formerly Twitter)I saw a Tiktok of announing Bruce Willis death i swear my heart sank whoever did that damn tiktok hope ypu step on a Lego !!!!!! pic.twitter.com/KgWA288ny5 — Alejandra S. (@DarkSweetLuna) June 3, 2024TikTok is on another level if the first video i see is talking about bruce willis passing away is this shit true 😠— Amanda (@ItsAmvnda) June 2, 2024Me checking Twitter to make sure that Bruce Willis is okay. pic.twitter.com/ovmejbVbAy — In My Mind (@MeAloneInMyMind) May 28, 2024However, there has been no official confirmation of Willis' death. His family has not released any statements, and reputable news outlets have not reported on his passing, he’s reported to be alive and wellIn a positive update, Bruce Willis' daughter, Rumer Willis, appeared on The Today Show on 29th may 2024 she spoke about her father's condition and shared some heartwarming stories about their relationship and his joy at being a grandfather to her daughter This appearance comes after Willis' family announced his diagnosis of frontotemporal dementia earlier this year.
Source:The Express Tribune
June 03, 2024 15:41 UTC
Biting the hand that feeds you
photo: afpCutting tax rates in the highest income tax brackets has the most positive impact on tax revenues and the economic growth. The optimal tax system is one where taxpayers recognise their obligations to pay taxes and believe the tax system is fair and equitable. For example, say the tax code has a flat tax rate of 10%. The elasticity of supply of taxable income is the greatest in the highest income brackets. Tax rate cuts in the highest income tax brackets have the most positive tax revenue and growth impacts.
Source:The Nation
June 03, 2024 12:33 UTC
Weather will remain hot,humid during next 24 hours
KARACHI - The Met Office has said that the ongoing heatwave has subsided, and temperatures are likely to drop from today. The weather will remain hot and humid during next 24 hours, according to the weather report. Present temperature has been recorded 32 Celsius and the mercury likely to soar to 37 Celsius today, Met Office stated. Light breeze blowing in the city from southwestern direction with 74 percent humidity level, according to weather report. Light breeze blowing in the city from southwestern direction with 74 percent humidity level, according to weather report.
Source:The Nation
June 03, 2024 05:11 UTC
HRCP builds case for constitutional amendment to strengthen LGs
ISLAMABAD - The Human Rights Commission of Pakistan (HRCP) held a consultation in collaboration with Dehleez on the need for constitutional protection for local government by presenting its policy paper, proposing a constitutional amendment of Article 140A. Director Farah Zia in her introductory remarks, stressed the need for a more comprehensive constitutional protection for the local government bodies. Other participants also weighed in on the proposed amendment. AWP’s Farman Ali emphasized the importance of democratizing the political parties alongside constitutional amendments to strengthen local governance. Secretary General HRCP Harris Khalique concluded the proceedings by suggesting that that the local government needs to be de-bureaucratised.
Source:The Nation
June 03, 2024 04:56 UTC
Nations approve steps to better prepare for pandemics: WHO
The agreement came on Saturday evening as the UN agency wrapped up its six-day World Health Assembly for 2024. Countries also agreed to continue negotiating the proposed pandemic agreement to improve international coordination, collaboration and equity to prevent, prepare for and respond to future pandemics. Speaking at the closing of the World Health Assembly, Tedros applauded the delegates for their hard work. The Assembly was held in Geneva from May 27 to June 1 under the overarching theme: All for Health, Health for All. The International Health Regulations (IHR) is a legally binding international instrument that define countries’ responsibilities in managing public health events and emergencies with potential cross-border implications.
Source:The Nation
June 03, 2024 04:06 UTC