Another TTP commander Sarbakaf Mohmand dies
ISLAMABAD - Another anti-Pakistan terrorist associated with Jamatul Ahrar and Tehrik-e-Taliban Pakistan Sarbakaf Mohmand has died mysteriously. According to sources, the internal rift between the terrorist outfits has intensified which also resulted into the death of Sarbakaf Mohmand. Some social media accounts claimed that Sarbakaf was poisoned by unidentified persons. Besides his involvement in terrorist activities, Sarbakaf had been carrying out anti-Pakistan propaganda on social media through Ghazi Media Network handle. Another reason behind the differences with Sarbakaf was his earlier association with Jamatul Ahrar thought the group was later merged into Tehrik-e-Taliban Pakistan.
Source:The Nation
June 21, 2023 03:53 UTC
UAE’s COP28 President designate to explore renewable energy investments in Pakistan
The proposed MoU seeks to establish a framework for cooperation and exchange of expertise between the UAE and Pakistan in renewable energy development. Renewable energy has emerged as a global priority, with countries striving to reduce their carbon footprint and transition towards cleaner sources of energy. Pakistan, with its vast potential for solar, wind, and hydropower resources, offers attractive investment opportunities in the renewable energy sector. The visit of Sultan Ali Jaber signifies the UAE’s keen interest in exploring these opportunities and contributing to Pakistan’s renewable energy goals. Moreover, collaboration with UAE-based entities like Masdar brings valuable expertise and technology advancements that can accelerate the growth of Pakistan’s renewable energy sector.
Source:Pakistan Today
June 20, 2023 15:40 UTC
ECP gets ready for timely elections
The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) held a high-level meeting on Monday, where it was revealed that the ECP is fully prepared to conduct elections in the country as scheduled. Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Sikandar Sultan Raja chaired the meeting, attended by the ECP secretary and other senior officers of the polls supervisory body. The meeting directed the ECP secretary to contact the Balochistan chief secretary in this regard today to ensure the immediate delimitation of Quetta district. The ECP was told that the registration of electoral groups in Punjab will be complete on July 17. Once the caretaker provincial government provides funds for the elections and makes security arrangements, the ECP will issue the schedule for the LG elections.
Source:The Express Tribune
June 20, 2023 14:51 UTC
PM in last-ditch effort to salvage IMF deal
The prime minister held a background meeting with the ambassadors from the Western, European and Asian countries, at least three participants of the meeting told The Express Tribune. The meeting took place just 11 days before the expiry of the current IMF programme, which could also be the last such interaction. The prime minister apprised the foreign ambassadors about the efforts that Finance Minister Ishaq Dar and he personally made during the past many months, a participant of the meeting told on condition of anonymity. In his letters, the prime minister mentioned proper functioning of the foreign exchange market, budget measures and withdrawal of the electricity subsidies. The report said that negotiations with the IMF on any new bailout aren’t likely to start until after elections in October.
Source:The Express Tribune
June 20, 2023 14:07 UTC
NATION MOURNS LOSS OF LIVES IN GREECE FERRY DISASTER: Pakistan begins operation against human traffickers
The nation observed a mourning day on Monday over the Greece boat disaster, in which dozens of precious lives were lost. The ferry boat was carrying up to 750 people that went down 50 nautical miles off Pylos in southern Greece, it further said. Earlier, another man, Sajid Mahmood, wanted in connection with the ferry tragedy, was also offloaded and arrested by the FIA at the Karachi airport. On the directions of the PM Shehbaz Sharif, a committee had been formed to probe the boat tragedy. This statement endorsed an independent investigation reported by BBC that poked holes in the Greece authorities’ account of the incident.
Source:The Nation
June 20, 2023 13:33 UTC
Defending champions USA win CONCACAF Nations League final
LAS VEGAS: The United States beat Canada 2-0 on Sunday in Las Vegas to secure their second consecutive CONCACAF Nations League title. First-half goals from Chris Richards and Folarin Balogun were enough to give the United States the victory in their first meeting with Canada in a tournament final. Richards opened the scoring when he headed home a Gio Reyna corner in the 12th minute. Reyna was again the provider in the 34th minute when his through ball was dispatched by Balogun into the bottom corner. Mexico beat Panama 1-0 earlier on Sunday in the third-place match.
Source:The Nation
June 20, 2023 13:21 UTC
21-year-old found dead inside vehicle with multiple gunshot wounds
From The Tribune staff reportsBESSEMER — A 21-year-old man has died after a suspect opened fire on him in his vehicle while exiting a mobile home park on Saturday, June 17. Before 4 p.m. Saturday, the victim, who has yet to be identified, was exiting Woodward Estates in Lipscomb in his vehicle when another vehicle pulled up alongside and began shooting at him. The victim suffered multiple gunshot wounds but was able to flee the scene. Jefferson County Sheriff’s detectives are conducting the investigation into the shooting. If you have any information regarding this shooting, you may contact Crime Stoppers at 205-254-7777 or the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office at 205-325-1450, option 2.
Source:The Express Tribune
June 20, 2023 08:15 UTC
71-year-old father shot and killed in domestic dispute with family member the day before Father’s Day
From The Tribune staff reportsBIRMINGHAM — A Birmingham father was killed in a domestic dispute with a family member at his home on Saturday, June 17. Shortly after 1 p.m., officers were dispatched to a call in the 4700 Block of Avenue T in Ensley. Officers arrived on the scene and then entered a residence when they observed the victim, Eugene Holiday, 71, of Birmingham, lying unresponsive suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. Birmingham Fire and Rescue personnel arrived on the scene and then pronounced the victim deceased. The initial investigation suggests the victim was shot by an adult family member during a domestic incident.
Source:The Express Tribune
June 20, 2023 02:16 UTC
A Significant Meeting
The meeting between China and the United States is a significant event with far-reaching global consequences. As the highest-ranking US official visit to China since 2018, the meeting presents an opportunity for both nations to address a range of pressing issues and resolve their differences. However, the topics of discussion for the China-US meeting extend beyond trade. In order to achieve positive outcomes from the China-US meeting, both nations need to approach the discussions with a willingness to cooperate and compromise. Resolving the trade war, addressing security concerns, and collaborating on global challenges are imperative for both nations and the international community.
Source:The Nation
June 20, 2023 01:33 UTC
Novel financing
Blue finance focusses on ocean-linked sectors, including but not limited to shipping, seafood, marine renewable energy, including coastal wind energy, ocean thermal energy and tidal energy, port construction, coastal tourism, coastal infrastructure, offshore oil, and gas exploration, etc. - Advertisement -Blue finance is all about monetary tools or reserves that ensure the conservation of the ocean environment. The expansion of blue finance is thus critical since it supports and promotes the global transformation into economic growth associated with ocean sustainability. The emerging global intimidations in the form of climate change and man-made pollution have been challenging concerning the growth of blue finance. For Pakistan, there is a growing need to research and highlight the potential for ocean financing and the challenges focusing on the sub-themes, such as marine conservation, fisheries and coastal infrastructure.
Source:Pakistan Today
June 20, 2023 00:56 UTC
Greece shipwreck: FIA forms teams in major cities to arrest traffickers as nation observes day of mourning
ISLAMABAD, JUN 19: The nation observed a day of mourning on Monday for the victims of last week’s Greece boat tragedy as the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) said that it had formed teams in major cities across the country to nab traffickers. Moreover, special teams have been formed in Islamabad, Lahore, Gujrat, Gujranwala and Rawalpindi to arrest the suspects as soon as possible. Earlier today, the spokesperson said the agency’s Anti-Human Trafficking Circle in Gujrat had apprehended a “key suspect” involved in the boat tragedy. In addition, the agency said that it was carrying out raids in order to apprehend more individuals involved in human trafficking. The spokesperson further said that three people including a “key suspect” allegedly involved in the incident had been apprehended.
Source:The Nation
June 19, 2023 23:54 UTC
Pakistan to face Bangladesh in Five-Nation Basketball C’ship semifinal
LAHORE -Pakistan will face Bangladesh in the Five-Nation International Basketball Championship semifinal at Male, Maldives today (Tuesday). Pakistan basketball team won the last three matches as they defeated Maldives 65-63, Bhutan 76-53 and Bangladesh 84-66 points respectively to book berth in the semifinals, where they will take on Bangladesh while Nepal will compete against Bhutan. Muhammad Shahbaz Ali is leading the national team, which is participating in any international event after seven years.
Source:The Nation
June 19, 2023 22:00 UTC
Eidul Azha to be observed on June 29 in Pakistan
The Zilhaj moon has been sighted and Eidul Azha will be celebrated across the country on Thursday, June 29, Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee Chairman Maulana Abdul Khabir Azad announced on Monday. The testimonies for sighting of Zilhaj moon were received from various parts of the country including Lahore, Islamabad and Peshawar, Maulana Azad said. Consequently, Eidul Azha in the country may occur on Thursday, June 29, or Friday, June 30. Eidul Azha commemorates the Quranic tale of the Prophet Ibrahim’s (PBUH) willingness to sacrifice his son as an act of obedience to Allah, before the Almighty replaced the son with a ram to be sacrificed instead. The UAE, Saudi Arabia, and several other Gulf nations usually celebrate Eidul Fitr and Eidul Azha simultaneously.
Source:The Nation
June 19, 2023 21:11 UTC
BISP beneficiaries to get Rs9,000 from today
Federal Minister for Poverty Alleviation and Social Safety Shazia Marri on Sunday said that the beneficiaries of the Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) will start getting the increased amount of Rs9,000 from Monday (today). She said that the amount will be issued to 9 million beneficiaries, adding that for the convenience of the people, these stipends will be issued from 1,559 campsites that have been specially established for the people. Shazia said that the beneficiaries should receive the full amount allocated for them and they should claim its receipt as well. The scope of Benazir Education Stipends was also increased from six million children (52 per cent girls) beneficiaries to 8.3 million children with an allocation of Rs55 billion. As many as 92,000 students would be given Benazir Undergraduate Scholarships through Rs6 billion while the number of Benazir Nashonuma programme beneficiaries was increased up to 1.5 million through Rs32 billion.
Source:The Express Tribune
June 19, 2023 17:41 UTC
Nation grieves over boat tragedy: Crackdown on human traffickers begins
The prime minister directed an immediate crackdown against agents involved in the heinous crime of human trafficking and called for bringing them to justice. The people rescued so far included 43 Egyptian nationals, 47 Syrian nationals, 12 Pakistani nationals, and two Palestinians, the Hellenic Coast Guard were quoted by international media outlets. Separately, AJK police DIG Dr Kahlid Mehmood Chohan, in a statement, said that a grand operation had been started against human traffickers after the boat tragedy near Greece. Maryam, while extending sympathies to the bereaved families, welcomed the decision of the prime minister to observe Monday as a day of mourning. She called for strict action against human smugglers playing with the lives of people and prayed for the departed souls.
Source:The Nation
June 19, 2023 14:42 UTC