Meghan Markle blasted for her ‘nakedness’ by Nigeria’s first lady
Meghan Markle has been criticized by Nigeria’s First Lady for her “nakedness” following her visit to the country. During the “unforgettable” trip, Meghan, 42, made multiple outfit changes as she and the duke met with locals and leaders. In a speech marking President Bola Tinubu’s first year in office, after the Sussexes had returned to the US, Tinubu made a pointed comment about Meghan. Tell them we don’t accept nakedness in our culture. Don’t lose who you are.”During the trip, Meghan wore several high-end brands, including Carolina Herrera, Altuzarra, and Johanna Ortiz.
Source:Pakistan Today
May 27, 2024 18:43 UTC
Gilani affirms support for government’s welfare initiatives
LAHORE - Acting President Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani has said that the Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) would continue to support the government’s welfare initiatives and also provide suggestions to make the upcoming budget favourable towards people, especially farmers, youths, and labourers. He expressed his appreciation for those working to provide clean drinking water, noting that their efforts were also in service to the state. He said that the provision of clean water was a global issue, which needed to be addressed on a priority basis with global support. The acting president said his party believed in public welfare and political dialogue and had always preferred to adopt a conciliatory approach to address national issues. Gilani urged the need for dialogue and unity to make decisions in people’s interest, adding that political instability led to economic instability.
Source:The Nation
May 27, 2024 17:05 UTC
PTI’s attempt was to make the country default and take political advantage: Atta Tarar
Islamabad: Federal Information Minister Atta Tarar has said that under specific propaganda, an attempt was made to reconcile the country with the situation of 1971, while PTI’s attempt was to default the country and take political advantage. While giving a press conference in Islamabad, Atta Tarar said that the audio of you (PTI founder) was heard saying that you have to play with cyphers. The Minister of Information further said that the Prime Minister has declared the peace of the world conditional on the peace in Gaza. Atta Tarar said that his hopes were broken when the country was saved from default, he was trying to make the country default and take political advantage, while he tried to take political advantage by plotting on May 9. There has always been an attempt to take political advantage by putting the integrity of the country at stake.
Source:The Patriot
May 27, 2024 16:49 UTC
Rice export: hurdles, opportunities
Despite exporting more rice this year at higher prices compared to last year, both Basmati and non-Basmati rice prices have surprisingly fallen in the domestic market. Pakistani Basmati rice growers are swiftly transitioning to high-yield hybrid coarse rice varieties due to several factors: the lower yield of original Basmati, high costs, and losses incurred when harvesting and bringing Basmati paddy to market. There is a growing concern regarding India selling more than 4 million tonnes of Pusa rice varieties, labelled as Basmati rice, to innocent new generation consumers living abroad. These benefits should be passed on to the growers of original Basmati rice in Kalar tract to protect Basmati heritage. Agriculture is the backbone of Pakistan’s economy, and smuggling may jeopardise Pakistan’s traditional Basmati rice varieties, which constitute a billion-dollar trade.
Source:The Express Tribune
May 27, 2024 15:36 UTC
Tesla's ‘milestone’ Shanghai battery factory breaks ground
The construction site of US carmaker Tesla's Megapack factory in east China's Shanghai, May 23, 2024. This photo taken on May 23, 2024 shows the groundbreaking ceremony of US carmaker Tesla's Megapack factory in east China's Shanghai. Tesla's deep involvement in the energy storage industry now rivals its electric vehicles in importance, Tao said, adding that its energy storage products are currently used in over 60 countries and regions. Tesla's plan to open a Megapack battery plant in Shanghai was announced In April 2023, cementing another foothold for the company in China. An aerial panoramic drone photo taken on May 23, 2024 shows the construction site (R) of US carmaker Tesla's Megapack factory in east China's Shanghai.
Source:The Express Tribune
May 27, 2024 14:58 UTC
Islam teaches only peace, harmony: RHC chairman
SARGODHA - Chairman Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee Maulana Abdul Khabir Azad visited Sargodha on Sunday and said that Islam teaches only peace and harmony in society. Addressing a press conference at Deputy Commissioner’s Office here, he regretted the Mujahid Colony incident and said that Islam, first of all, respects humanity and advocates religious harmony among all religious factions. He said Sargodha is a district of peace-lovers, and hoped that no such incident would occur in future. Man kills elder brotherA man killed his elder brother over the ownership dispute of a tractor in Bhera police limits on Sunday. In a fit of rage, accused Tanveer shot dead his elder brother and fled.
Source:The Nation
May 27, 2024 13:55 UTC
4 thieves arrested, stolen valuables recovered
MULTAN - Qutabpur police have apprehended four thieves and recovered stolen valuables from their possession during a special crackdown launched in the area on Sunday. Holding a press conference, SP Cantt division Javed Tahir Majeed said that the City Police Officer (CPO) Sadiq Ali Dogar while taking notices on the rising incidents of valuable theft in the area, directed officers concerned to launch a comprehensive crackdown against the criminals. He said that police arrested four thieves and recovered stolen valuables from their possession by tracing various cases. The SP added that the arrested criminals have also confessed a robbery case reported at Babu Pir Chowk in which they looted cash from a medical store in premises of Qutabpur police station about two days ago. He maintained that further investigations were underway from the arrested criminals and more recoveries expected from them.
Source:The Nation
May 27, 2024 13:51 UTC
GCC chief emphasizes nations’ shared vision for integration
RIYADH: The Gulf Cooperation Council marked its 43rd anniversary in Riyadh on Sunday with a ceremony attended by its members, ambassadors, and various guests including Riyadh Gov. In his speech, GCC Secretary-General Jasem Al-Budaiwi said the council was an “icon and embodiment of the shared religious, historical, social, and cultural values that are reinforced by the geographical extension of the GCC countries.”Al-Budaiwi said the council has had a clear vision for integration since its inception. The GCC was formed on May 25, 1981, at a conference in Abu Dhabi, bringing together the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Oman, Qatar and Kuwait. “We underscore the firm position of the GCC regarding the Israeli aggression. The event ended with traditional songs and dances of each member nation, including Saudi Arabia’s Ardah dance.
Source:The Nation
May 27, 2024 13:31 UTC
Today, the sun rose above the Kaaba
The sun was at 90 degrees so there was no shadow on the Kaaba and any sculptured buildings or other objects__Photo: FileToday, Monday, May 27, the Sun was directly above the Kaaba. Majid Al-Zahra, Supervising Engineer of the Saudi Astronomical Society, says that today the sun came directly above the Kaaba. He said that this incident was the first incident of this year, the Saudi time for the sun to come directly above the Kaaba was 12:00 pm to 18:00 pm. According to Abu Zahra, the sun was at 90 degrees due to which there was no shadow on the Kaaba and any sculptured buildings or other objects.
Source:The Patriot
May 27, 2024 10:56 UTC
Police seize huge supplies of raw materials of mainpuri
HYDERABAD - The police seized a huge supply of raw materials in a raid conducted at an informal factory producing mainpuri in Lohar market area in the limits of Phuleli police station here on Sunday. The police spokesman informed that SP Headquarters Shahzeb Chachar led the raid in which 1,465 kilograms of betel nut, 97 kg tobacco, 57 kg of other ingredients and 2,500 packets of mainpuri were recovered. The place was reportedly owned by Danish alias Dhobi while 9 suspects were rounded up during the raid. Later the suspects were nominated in an FIR at Phuleli police station under the state’s complaint.
Source:The Nation
May 27, 2024 04:50 UTC
India’s Poll- Driven Obsession
The Indian election contest that is now underway appears to be quite similar to the one that took place in 2019. Approximately 200 million Muslims live in India, despite the fact that the majority of its citizens identify as Hindus. The approximately 200 million Muslims in India have experienced tremendous upheaval since the Hindu nationalist (BJP) led by Narendra Modi came to power in 2014. Muslims (204 million), Christians (28 million), Sikhs (21 million), and Buddhists (8.5 million) make up sizable portions of the population. The anti-Pakistan rhetoric in Modi’s speeches highlights his affiliation with the fascist philosophy of the RSS, which raises grave concerns about India’s self-acclaimed “Maha Barat”.
Source:The Nation
May 26, 2024 16:53 UTC
Increased crops’ production makes over 2.38% economic growth possible
ISLAMABAD: The country’s economy is beginning to show signs of recovery courtesy of an improvement in the agriculture sector. The report says that while last year the growth rate stood at 0.21 per cent, this year it is expected to cross 2.38 per cent. The NAC informs that so farduring the ongoing FY, 3.94 per cent growth rate has been witnessed in the agriculture sector, while it stands at 3.84 in the industrial sector and 0.83 percent in the services sector. It is worth-mentioning here that increased production of crops this year has contributed to an improvement in the growth rate in the agriculture sector, reads the report. On the other hand, the growth rate in the industrial and services sectors this FY has been below than what was expected due to a reduction in the manufacturing of automobile, electronics and textile products.
Source:Pakistan Today
May 26, 2024 16:47 UTC
The Moditva myth
However the reality speaks volumes of the fact that Indian air power has no match with Pakistan. Air force plays an important role in modern warfare and Indian Air force lack quality even today. For a profound understanding here is a brief about Indian air power. ( BBC, Why are India’s air force planes falling out of the sky? If you think you can wage a war against Pakistan with this force you are living in a fool’s paradise.
Source:The Patriot
May 26, 2024 09:58 UTC
Strengthening the Vow:
THE prime minister concluded a one-day visit to the United Arab Emirates on Thursday, marking the conclusion of the administration’s relentless push to attract Gulf investment to Pakistan. Mr. Sharif has indicated that the UAE may cooperate in the areas of IT, renewable energy, and tourism. Although the promises made by our Gulf friends are comforting, the multibillion dollar question is when they will actually come to pass. It’s possible that the Saudis and Emiratis are holding off on releasing their own money until the IMF approves the next loan to Pakistan. We need to continue seeking foreign investment and provide an environment free from bureaucratic roadblocks that is conducive to business.
Source:The Patriot
May 26, 2024 09:58 UTC
UNSC adopts 97-nation Swiss resolution, including Pakistan, slams attacks on UN and aid workers, demands safety
UNITED NATIONS, May 25 (APP): The United Nations Security Council has strongly condemned rising attacks on humanitarian workers and UN personnel, urging all conflict parties to ensure their safety and access. The Security Council emphasized the need for “concerted efforts and concrete risk mitigation strategies” to enhance the safety and security of these workers. The war in Gaza alone has claimed the lives of over 224 humanitarian workers, including over 190 UNRWA (the UN agency assisting Palestine refugees) and other UN agencies’ personnel. The war has also seen the killing of other humanitarian personnel, including seven World Central Kitchen workers who died in an Israeli airstrike last month. Under its terms, the resolution also condemned disinformation, information manipulation, and incitement to violence against aid workers and UN personnel.
Source:The Nation
May 26, 2024 07:23 UTC