PM confident of economic stability after sealing $3bn agreement with IMF
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday said that the Staff-Level Agreement with International Monetary Fund (IMF) on a nine-month US$3 billion Stand-By Arrangement would help strengthen Pakistan’s foreign exchange reserves and enable the country to achieve economic stability. “Alhamdulillah, I am pleased to announce that Pakistan has reached a Staff-Level Agreement with the IMF on a nine-month US$3 billion Stand-By Arrangement,” the prime minister wrote on Twitter. Alhamdulillah, I am pleased to announce that Pakistan has reached a Staff-Level Agreement with the IMF on a nine-month US$3 billion Stand-By Arrangement. The Prime Minister also appreciated the efforts and hard work of Finance Minister Ishaq Dar and the finance ministry’s team in sealing the agreement. The prime minister also thanked Managing Director of IMF Kristalina Georgieva and her team for their cooperation and collaboration, especially during the course of last week.
Source:The Nation
June 30, 2023 12:07 UTC
PM SHEHBAZ GREETS NATION ON IMF AGREEMENT
islamabad: PRIME MINISTER SHEHBAZ SHARIF IN HIS TWITTER SAID Alhamdulillah, I am pleased to announce that Pakistan has reached a Staff-Level Agreement with the IMF on a nine-month US$3 billion Stand-By Arrangement. Shehbaz Sharif@CMShehbaz·FollowAlhamdulillah, I am pleased to announce that Pakistan has reached a Staff-Level Agreement with the IMF on a nine-month US$3 billion Stand-By Arrangement. The new SBA builds on the authorities’ efforts under Pakistan’s 2019 EFF-supported program which expires end-June. Despite the authorities’ efforts to reduce imports and the trade deficit, reserves have declined to very low levels. “The IMF team would like to thank the authorities for the open and constructive dialogue and collaboration that have brought us to today’s successful conclusion
Source:The Nation
June 30, 2023 08:20 UTC
Ayeza, Danish among others celebrate with family, friends
Pakistanis are enthusiastically celebrating Eidul Azha on Thursday, embracing the time-honored traditions and fervor associated with this religious holiday. Throughout the country, congregational prayers were conducted to honor this occasion, accompanied by heartfelt supplications for the security, development, and prosperity of Pakistan. Bollywood actors extend wishes#EidMubarak to all🌙, May the almighty shower his graceful blessings upon you and your loved ones' lives with peace, prosperity, and abundance. May this day bring joy, love, and success to each one of you! #EidMubarak — Mahesh Babu (@urstrulyMahesh) June 29, 2023May this joyous occasion of Eid bring abundant peace and prosperity to all.
Source:The Express Tribune
June 30, 2023 06:58 UTC
Nation salutes army for guarding motherland's borders: PM
Nation salutes army for guarding motherland's borders: PMPrime Minister Shehbaz Sharif says the nation salutes the soldiers for guarding the borders of the motherland while facing all kinds of difficulties and sufferings. The Prime Minister lauded the high morale, readiness and high professional standards of Pakistan army. The Prime Minister reiterated his resolve that there would be no place to hide for miscreants, terrorists, their patrons and facilitators. He said Pakistani nation has foiled the nefarious plan of the forces who wanted to create chaos, disorder and anarchy in the country. Shehbaz Sharif said the martyrs are pride of Pakistan and its nation and their respect and dignity is above all.
Source:The Nation
June 30, 2023 04:52 UTC
Pakistan's armed forces extend Eid wishes to the nation: ISPR
ISLAMABAD – Pakistan's armed forces, the Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee and Services Chiefs have wished a very happy Eid to the nation, according to the military's media wing. The Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR), in a message today, said that the Eidul Adha gives us message of peace, unity, fraternity and selfless sacrifice for the humanity. Eidul Adha is being celebrated today with religious fervour to commemorate the great sacrifice of Hazrat Ibrahim and Hazrat Ismail (AS). The day dawned with special prayers in mosques for well-being of Ummah and progress, prosperity and security of the country. Ulema, in their Eid sermons, highlighted the significance of the philosophy of great sacrifice rendered by Hazrat Ibrahim and Hazrat Ismail (AS).
Source:The Nation
June 30, 2023 00:24 UTC
Eidul Azha being celebrated today across country
LAHORE - Eid-ul-Azha is being celebrated with religious fervour on Thursday (today) to commemorate the great sacrifice of Hazrat Ibrahim and Hazrat Ismael (AS). The day will dawn with special prayers in mosques for well-being of Ummah and progress, prosperity and security of the country. Eid prayers' congregations will be held at mosques, Eidgahs and open places in all cities, towns and villages. Ulema, in their Eid sermons, will highlight the significance of the philosophy of great sacrifice rendered by Hazrat Ibrahim and Hazrat Ismail (AS). People will offer sacrifice of animals to follow the Sunnah of Hazrat Ibrahim (AS).
Source:The Nation
June 29, 2023 21:17 UTC
Something's Fishy! Swiss Underwater Robot with Tail of a Fish Collects Environmental DNA
A robot named Belle created at the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology can film underwater and collect samples to help researchers understand the living organisms in the deep waters. Belle can blend in without scaring away fish. Veuer has more. As featured on Surfing scientists are 3D mapping waves in Hawaii, and more of today's top videos See how scientists are surfing and 3D mapping waves in Hawaii to protect them, new AI techno…
Source:The Express Tribune
June 29, 2023 20:44 UTC
Pakistan condemns desecration of Holy Quran in Sweden
Pakistan on Thursday strongly condemned the “despicable act” of public burning of the Holy Quran outside a mosque in Sweden on the occasion of Eidul Azha. Such wilful incitement to discrimination, hatred and violence cannot be justified under pretext of freedom of expression and protest, a Foreign Office spokesperson said in a statement. “Under international law, states are duty bound to prohibit any advocacy of religious hatred, leading to incitement of violence. “We reiterate that the right to freedom of expression and opinion does not provide a license to stoke hatred and sabotage inter-faith harmony,” the statement said. It added Pakistan’s concerns about the incident are being conveyed to Sweden.
Source:The Nation
June 29, 2023 16:13 UTC
PM Shehbaz urges special care for flood-hit people as nation celebrates Eidul Azha
ISLAMABAD, JUN 29: As the nation celebrates Eidul Azha with traditional zeal and fervour today, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has urged special care for the flood-affected people and vowed to utilise all measures to provide public relief. Meanwhile, PM Shehbaz offered Eid prayers at his Model Town residence in Lahore. “Eidul Azha gives us a message of peace, unity, fraternity, and selfless sacrifice for humanity,” the military’s media wing said. Meanwhile, PPP Chairman Asif Ali Zardari offered Eid prayers alongside parliamentarians in Nawabshah. Also, Sheikh Tamim and Shehbaz Sharif discussed regional and international issues.
Source:The Nation
June 29, 2023 16:04 UTC
Veteran actor Shakeel passes away
Veteran actor Shakeel has passed away at the age of 85, sources confirmed to The Express Tribune. In addition to this notable recognition, Shakeel Yousuf was also nominated for the Best Actor Drama Series in a Supporting Role at the 1st Indus Drama Awards in 2005. In December 2012, he mesmerised audiences with a captivating one-man stage performance in Karachi. Lasting for an impressive 35 minutes, the play showcased Shakeel's exceptional acting prowess and his ability to command the stage with his presence. Shakeel Yousuf's receipt of the Pride of Performance award, his nomination for the Best Actor Drama Series, and his enthralling stage performance all exemplify the profound impact he has had on the world of entertainment.
Source:The Express Tribune
June 29, 2023 14:20 UTC
PM felicitates entire Pakistani nation, Islamic world on Eid-ul-Azha
PM felicitates entire Pakistani nation, Islamic world on Eid-ul-AzhaPrime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has congratulated the entire Pakistani nation and the Islamic world on the joyous occasion of Eid-ul-Azha and prayed to Allah Almighty to accept the prayers and sacrifices of Muslim Ummah. He said Allah Almighty liked this act so much that He made it obligatory for the Ummah of Muhammad (S.A.W.W.) The Prime Minister said sacrifice is not a ritual, but a universal sentiment. Shehbaz Sharif said this is a matter of fact that no nation in the world can progress unless it has the spirit of sacrifice. Meanwhile, in a message on the occasion, Prime Minister has urged the people to take special care of those people on the occasion of Eid, who have become homeless due to previous year’s floods.
Source:The Nation
June 29, 2023 13:45 UTC
Armed Forces wish very happy Eid to nation
Armed Forces wish very happy Eid to nationArmed Forces of Pakistan, the Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee and Services Chiefs have wished a very happy Eid to the nation. In a message released by Inter Services Public Relations, Eid-ul-Azha gives us message of peace, unity, fraternity and selfless sacrifice for the humanity. It further said let us remember and honour Shuhada (martyrs) of Pakistan on this day who sacrificed their lives for the motherland.
Source:The Nation
June 29, 2023 08:42 UTC
Pakistan vows to counter Indo-US defense ties
Pakistan feels that the deepening US-India defense ties is a direct threat to its national security. The statement issued by Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) indicated that the Indian move was linked to its burgeoning defense ties with the US. The joint statement accused Pakistan of cross border terrorism and use of terrorist proxies. The US Deputy Chief of Mission was called to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and a demarche was made to him regarding the US-India Joint Statement, issued on 22 June. Pakistan’s concerns and disappointment at the unwarranted, one-sided and misleading references to it in the Joint Statement were conveyed to the US side.
Source:The Express Tribune
June 29, 2023 06:41 UTC
Judiciary under siege
“The judiciary is under siege,” Maulana Fazal-ur-Rehman, President of the ruling Pakistan Democratic Movement roared outside the Supreme Court of Pakistan on May 15, warning the judges to stay neutral. The people of Pakistan support their national institutions which include the armed forces and the judiciary. Now that the judiciary has decided to side with the Constitution, the people of Pakistan solidly stand behind it. When the SC was attacked by PML-N goons in 1997, Chaudhry Shujaat Hussain was the long serving Interior Minister. Now that the judiciary has decided to side with the Constitution, the people of Pakistan solidly stand behind it.
Source:Pakistan Today
June 29, 2023 04:17 UTC
Trump heard discussing secret documents on tape
PHOTO: REUTERSFormer US president Donald Trump can be heard discussing secret documents he had apparently held on to after leaving the White House and acknowledging they had not been declassified, in an audio recording aired by US media. Parts of the recording's transcript were cited as evidence in special counsel Jack Smith's 49-page indictment of Trump on charges he had mishandled classified documents after leaving office. The audio file includes a moment when Trump seems to indicate he is holding a secret Pentagon document with plans to attack Iran. Read more: Trump lawyers quit in documents case; Trump aide indicted"These are the papers," Trump says in the recording, a quote that was not included in the indictment. It's so cool," Trump says, just before the recording ends with him calling for someone to bring in some Cokes.
Source:The Express Tribune
June 29, 2023 00:09 UTC