Experts urge legislation to clarify institutional boundaries
Read more: Experts warn of ‘institutional conflict’ due to criticism on judiciaryThe senior analyst also contended that political parties and politicians have little regard for democracy and democratic institutions. Rana proposed that if this assertion holds true, Parliament should follow suit and abolish it in Pakistan through legislation. He emphasised that the issue of dual citizenship of judges and parliament members has to be resolved by Parliament through legislation. He also voiced criticism of the Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority (PEMRA) for issuing notices to the media. Ilyas suggested that if parliamentarians have objections, legislation should be enacted to prevent their summoning by the court.
Source:The Express Tribune
May 24, 2024 04:59 UTC
Pakistan team qualifies for ATF Team Competition final
LAHORE - Pakistan team has displayed top notch performance to qualify for the ATF 12&under Team Competition Regional Qualifying event of South Asia at Kathmandu, Nepal. According to information made available here, Pakistan team defeated Bangladesh in the semifinal to secure a spot in the final. This win has set the stage for an electrifying final where Pakistan will face arch-rival India. In the first singles, Rashid Ali Bachani thrashed Muhammad Haider 6-1, 6-1 while M Shayan Afridi thumped Jobair Islam by 6-1, 6-0 in the second singles. In the doubles, Rashid Ali Bachani/Junaid Khan downed Faheem Sourov Hossian/Jobair Islam 6-1, 6-1.
Source:The Nation
May 24, 2024 04:33 UTC
Cagliari 2-3 Fiorentina: Match report and highlights
The real story, though, was the outpouring of love from the Cagliari fans for Claudio Ranieri, who’s retiring after this game. Lo striscione dei tifosi del Cagliari per Claudio Ranieri: "Eterna riconoscenza per un grande uomo"E lui applaude, commosso #CagliariFiorentina pic.twitter.com/Rut78A8e3l — GOAL Italia (@GoalItalia) May 23, 2024First halfCagliari mostly pinned Fiorentina back from the opening whistle. Belotti, Dodô, and Jack combined to put Gaetano Castrovilli in on goal, but Scuffet got his fingertips to Tanino’s angled drive. Claudio Ranieri brought in retiring veterans Marco Mancuso and Simone Aresti, and the players basked in the applause the crowd gave them. First of all, it’s tough to see Claudio Ranieri ride out of our calcio lives like that.
Source:The Nation
May 24, 2024 03:22 UTC
Lack of investment
The combined saving and investment figure largely determines the next year’s GDP growth, and this low figure therefore does not bode well for the coming year. The poor investment figure has drawn attention to the role of the Special Investment Facilitation Council, set up last year, and its failure despite much fanfare, to deliver all that much. An important part of investment comes from the Public Sector Development Programme. Cutting it is always anti-growth, and perhaps the most direct contribution to growth that any Finance Minister can make is to prevent the PSDP being cut. Perhaps the most effective contribution any Finance Minister can make is to defend the PDSP.
Source:Pakistan Today
May 23, 2024 21:43 UTC
Ricky Ponting’s refusal to coach the Indian cricket team, the reason also came out
Former Australian captain Ricky Ponting refused to coach the Indian cricket team. The Indian Cricket Board is currently looking for a new coach and in this regard, Ricky Ponting was approached for coaching during the IPL. The former Australian cricketer confirmed the Indian cricket board’s contacts and said, “I have seen many reports regarding coaching, it usually happens on social media and many names come up. Ricky Ponting said that I want to spend time at home with my family. If you are the coach of the Indian team, then you cannot be the coach in the IPL.
Source:The Patriot
May 23, 2024 21:16 UTC
Broke begging bowl as nations prosper through hard work, not aid: PM
“Gone are the days when I will go to a brotherly country with a begging bowl. “Together we have to work and march forward and with joint efforts we will be great Ummah. Both will prosper together provided we march in unison, join hands and shun all our concerns and fears,” he remarked. The prime minister also held an interactive discussion with the participants and responded to various comments and suggestions. He shared the commitment of his government for improving investment ecosystem in digital economy of the country and invited investors to visit Pakistan.
Source:The Nation
May 23, 2024 16:24 UTC
Political interference by an institution hurting nation, says Ayub
Opposition Leader in National Assembly Omar Ayub Khan speaking to the media outside Adiala Jail in Rawalpindi on Thursday, May 23, 2024. Ayub also warned of repercussions if party members Hammad Azhar and Mian Aslam Iqbal are arrested. "If Hammad Azhar and Mian Aslam Iqbal are detained, we will condemn it in the assembly. We will not accept any statements taken under pressure from Mian Aslam Iqbal… Hammad Azhar and Mian Aslam Iqbal should complete their legal processes and lead the party." Regarding a raid on PTI's central office, Ayub stated, "There was no warrant for the raid on PTI's central office.
Source:The Nation
May 23, 2024 16:10 UTC
DC chairs meeting regarding fixing price of food items
HYDERABAD - Shaheed Benazirabad Deputy Commissioner (DC) Shariyar Gul Memon chaired a meeting regarding fixing the prices of daily food items in Shaheed Benazirabad district was held in his office on Wednesday. Addressing the meeting, Deputy Commissioner Shariyar Memon said that all possible steps will be taken to provide relief in the prices of food items to the people of the district. In this regard, the prices of food items have been fixed in Wednesday’s meeting. On this occasion, the DC issued strict instructions to the representatives of the hotel association to fix the prices according to the new reduced prices. They should be implemented otherwise legal action will be taken against the violators, DC added.
Source:The Nation
May 23, 2024 15:30 UTC
Pakistani nation stands with Iran: PM
He affirmed Pakistan’s commitment to continuing the vision of the late Iranian President towards enhancing bilateral trade and bolstering Pakistan-Iran relations. Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, Muhammad Ishaq Dar, Federal Interior Minister Syed Mohsin Naqvi, Federal Minister for Commerce, Jam Kamal Khan, and Federal Minister for Information, Attaullah Tarar, accompanied the Prime Minister during the meeting. The prime minister said the entire Pakistani nation stands with Iran in this hour of grief and our sympathies are with the families of the martyrs and the Iranian people. The Prime Minister was seen off by senior officials of Iran, Pakistan’s Ambassador to Iran Mudassir Tipu and other diplomatic staff at Tehran’s international airport. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is also likely to hold meetings with other Emirati dignitaries, businesspersons, and heads of financial institutions.
Source:The Nation
May 23, 2024 14:23 UTC
Broke the begging bowl as nations prospered through hard work, not aid: PM
ABU DHABI, May 23 (APP): Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday said that he had broken the begging bowl as no nation had ever achieved prosperity through the begging bowl or aid rather through sacrifice and hard work. “Gone are the days when I will go to a brotherly country with a begging bowl. When was the last time that a country prospered through aid and bowls? The event was attended by representatives and heads of Information Technology (IT) companies based in UAE as well as Pakistani IT experts. The prime minister also held an interactive discussion with the participants and responded to various comments and suggestions.
Source:The Nation
May 23, 2024 14:19 UTC
Ban on entry to Makkah on all types of visit visas
Jeddah: Saudi authorities have banned all types of visit visas from entering Makkah. According to the Saudi Ministry of Interior, now all types of visit visas will be banned from entering Makkah and from today only people with Hajj visas will be able to enter Makkah. The Saudi Ministry of Interior has directed that the people with visit visas in Makkah should leave immediately.
Source:The Patriot
May 23, 2024 13:01 UTC
People are going abroad because of the situation, disappointed: Ameer Jamaat-e-Islami
Lahore: Amir Jamaat-e-Islami Hafiz Naeem-ur-Rehman has asked how will the industry run when electricity is so expensive. People are going abroad because of these conditions. Pays but does not use, why not revise the contract of IPPs? Amir Jamaat-e-Islami said that people installed solar panels after being disappointed with these conditions, now there is talk of ending net metering and imposing more taxes on solar panels, how will the industry work when electricity is so expensive? People are going abroad because of these conditions.
Source:The Patriot
May 23, 2024 11:18 UTC
Reclaiming the Roar
Pakistan must prioritize transparency in public-private partnerships. Public-private partnerships can also be explored to develop specialized training programs aligned with industry needs. Both Japan and Korea recognized the importance of infrastructure for economic development. Pakistan can replicate this strategy while addressing regional disparities with infrastructure development and rural upliftment. Empower rural communities through programs that go beyond just infrastructure development.
Source:The Nation
May 23, 2024 10:20 UTC
Ethnic cohesion and development
The resultant ethnic fragmentation often leads to conflict caused by competition for resources amongst ethnic groups, which dooms former colonies to ethnic strife. The impact of this ethnic fragmentation on social and economic development can be explored through the lens of New Institutional Economics (NIE). As noted, natural nations have a built-in advantage in attaining national cohesion and social and economic development. Nations not characterized by ethnic homogeneity must overcome ethnic strife by adopting institutional innovations to attain national cohesion. In constructed nations rife with poverty, political entrepreneurs can exploit ethnic cleavages and exacerbate political instability, thereby undermining social and economic development.
Source:The Nation
May 23, 2024 10:02 UTC
When preconceived notions are shattered
Everytime an American president opens his mouth about Iran, for example, he issues a threat, which is a violation of article 2(4) of the UN charter. The World Trade Organization, to cite another example, was formed to allow for free trade. In those days and through many decades later, China was always accused of being the country that did not allow for free trade. Narender Modi was banned from entering the United States due to his role in killing Muslims in the state of Gujarat in 2002. All we can do is to escape the world of preconceived notions.
Source:The Nation
May 23, 2024 09:34 UTC