ACC files yet another case against PK Halder, associates
The Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) has filed another graft case against People's Leasing and Financial Services (PLFS) Chairman Uzzal Kumar Nandi, who is a close associate of notorious scammer Prashanta Kumar Halder, also known as PK Halder. In his confessional statement, Uzzal Kumar Nandi said he, as the PLFS managing director, had paid PK Halder Tk200,000 per month on ILFSL employee Shah Alam's instructions. He added that PK Halder used another PLFS and ILFSL officer, SK Sur Chowdhury, to manage various irregularities. So far, alltogether 40 cases have been registered against PK Halder and his associates by the ACC. Moreover, he is the proprietor of Uzzal Nandi & Co. Chartered Accountants, according to ACC files.
Source:The Express Tribune
June 13, 2023 17:54 UTC
Nation’s future depends on teachers’ performance: Rana Tanveer
ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Education and Professional Training Rana Tanveer Hussain on Tuesday said that the future of this nation depends on the performance of teachers. Federal Minister stressed that there is no room for nepotism and corruption in our children’s future. With proper training, Education Minister said that teachers can ensure the proper education of the youth. “I hope that the newly recruited teachers will perform their duties with full honesty and integrity, Rana Tanveer Hussain remarked. We have to fulfill our role honestly so that we can take the country on the path of success,” said Rana Tanveer Hussain.
Source:The Nation
June 13, 2023 14:50 UTC
ITP warn driving licences’ suspension of 104 e-challan defaulters
ISLAMABAD - The Islamabad Capital Police has issued notices to suspend the driving licenses of 104 e-challan defaulters. An additional 293 lawbreakers who had violated traffic rules have submitted their 4,044 e-challans and paid a fine of Rs 8.10 lakh, a police public relations officer said on Monday. He said that the e-challan defaulter vehicles are being traced and impounded in different police stations with the help of Safe City cameras. Meanwhile, the remaining defaulters are being informed through messages, phone calls and on the official website of the Islamabad capital police, www.islamabadpolice.gov.pk. Meanwhile, the Islamabad Traffic Police (ITP) issued 51,660 fine tickets to motorcyclists, driving their bikes without helmets.
Source:The Nation
June 13, 2023 13:51 UTC
Road Safety
The recent tragic road accident in Azad Jammu and Kashmir, leading to avoidable fatalities, highlights the dire need for safety mechanisms to assist drivers on challenging routes. It is incumbent upon the state to ensure road safety, which encompasses both secure infrastructure and comprehensive driver training. Continuous efforts to enhance road safety demand collaborative measures between the state and the community. Road safety is an essential right. Investing in infrastructure upgrades, enhancing driver training, and adopting proactive approaches to road safety will yield tangible outcomes.
Source:The Nation
June 13, 2023 12:12 UTC
SBP governor reveals communication gap on debt restructuring
Photo: fileState Bank of Pakistan (SBP) Governor Jameel Ahmad has reportedly expressed his lack of knowledge regarding the debt restructuring exercise mentioned by Finance Minister Ishaq Dar, indicating a communication gap between the government and the central bank. Pakistan’s GDP growth rate for the outgoing fiscal year 2023 was a mere 0.3%, significantly lower than the 6.1% achieved in FY22. The private sector, considered the engine of economic growth, needs access to affordable credit to stimulate economic expansion. While the SBP has raised the policy rate cumulatively by 7.25 percentage points during FY23, further significant rate cuts are necessary to fuel economic growth. The significant contraction in the industrial sector and the slower growth in the services sector have been major drags on economic growth.
Source:The Express Tribune
June 13, 2023 08:15 UTC
Kanye draws ire for birthday bash featuring naked sushi women
Kanye West recently stirred up controversy with his unique approach to serving sushi at his private birthday party. The rapper, who turned 46, celebrated with guests including his and ex-wife Kim Kardashian's eldest daughter, North West, and his new partner and rumoured wife, Bianca Censori, reports The Independent. Kanye West had sushi being served on a naked woman at his 46th birthday party 👀🍣 pic.twitter.com/JO191hLQyl — Daily Loud (@DailyLoud) June 12, 2023One tweep criticised West, stating, "Treating a human woman like a plate is kind of misogynistic." West covers naked women in sushi for his guests to eat off while attending his 46th birthday party." 🤦🏼♂️Kanye West covers naked woman in sushi 🍣 🍱 for his guests to eat off while attending his 46th birthday party.
Source:The Express Tribune
June 13, 2023 08:06 UTC
Russia seeks expansion in ties with Pakistan
Russia has sought to expand and deepen cooperation with Pakistan as the first shipment carrying Russian oil reached Karachi Port at the weekend. In April, the two countries signed a landmark deal that allowed Pakistan to receive the first Russian oil shipment at the weekend. The first shipment is part of the pilot project to assess if Russian oil can be beneficial for Pakistan. However, he added, Russia had always been interested in expanding cooperation with Pakistan, and under no circumstances has abandoned its commitments. It is on these pillars that the statehood of modern Pakistan is based.”He said that Russia attached great importance to further constructive cooperation with Pakistan in international fora.
Source:The Express Tribune
June 13, 2023 04:53 UTC
PM to approach ‘people if IMF deal delayed’
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said on Sunday he would approach the public in case the government was unable to seal the deal with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) for the bailout package before its expiry on June 30. “If the IMF agreement is delayed, I will appeal to the people of Pakistan,” he added, without elaborating. Shehbaz blamed the previous government for current economic crisis, saying that the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) government violated the agreement with the IMF. Highlighting the initiatives announced in the federal budget, the prime minister said the poor man was caught in the inflation mill. The prime minister told the ceremony that the May 9 violence was no less than an attack by the enemy.
Source:The Express Tribune
June 12, 2023 21:15 UTC
Shah apologises to 'Sindhi-speaking population of Pakistan'
Renowned Indian actor Naseeruddin Shah has found himself embroiled in a heated controversy after making statements claiming that Sindhi is no longer spoken in Pakistan. Taking to his official Facebook page on Sunday, Shah once again issued an apology to the Sindhi-speaking population of Pakistan, acknowledging his mistake and expressing regret for any offence caused. I apologise to the entire Sindhi-speaking population of Pakistan who I seem to have deeply offended by my mistaken opinion." One regarding my misstatement about the Sindhi language in Pakistan. Many Pakistanis took to social media to call him out, labelling him "ignorant," while expressing their pride in the Sindhi language and its significance in the country.
Source:The Express Tribune
June 12, 2023 19:41 UTC
PCB contacts four cricket boards to arrange ODI matches before World Cup
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has reached out to four cricket boards in order to schedule One Day International (ODI) matches for the Pakistan team before the 2023 World Cup, which will take place in India later this year. Sources have revealed that the PCB has initiated contact with Australia, New Zealand, Bangladesh, and South Africa, inviting them to visit Pakistan in August and participate in either bilateral or tri-nation series. The PCB's email to the aforementioned boards stated that these series would offer the visiting teams an opportunity to acclimatize to the conditions in the subcontinent ahead of the mega event. ALSO READ: Pakistan’s proposed schedule for 2023 World Cup revealedDuring a media presser in Lahore on Saturday, Grant Bradburn, Pakistan’s head coach, highlighted the significance of securing additional matches to ensure the readiness of the Pakistani team for the major event. He further disclosed that the PCB has been actively organizing matches leading up to the crucial 50-over season.
Source:The Nation
June 12, 2023 18:02 UTC
Final Valley High principal retires after 38 years in county system
Oak Hill, WV (25901)TodayPartly cloudy skies early will give way to cloudy skies late. Winds W at 10 to 15 mph..TonightPartly cloudy skies early will give way to cloudy skies late. Winds W at 10 to 15 mph.
Source:The Express Tribune
June 12, 2023 16:51 UTC
ACE conducts raids to arrest Imran’s sister
The Anti-Corruption Establishment (ACE) conducted raids to arrest Dr Uzma Khan, the sister of former prime minister Imran Khan, and her husband, Ahad Majeed, in a mega-corruption case, an ACE spokesperson said on Sunday. The spokesperson said that the ACE officials conducted raids at their houses in Lahore and Layyah, however, no arrest had been made so far. Read more: Protocol controversy: Imran’s sister tenders apology to Maryam NawazHe said that the marker value of the land was about Rs6 billion. He added that the landowners had filed complaints against Uzma and others to the police for forcibly buying the land. The spokesperson added that the role of other officers and officials involved in the fraud would be investigated, stressing that their zero-tolerance policy against the corrupt elements could continue.
Source:The Express Tribune
June 12, 2023 08:59 UTC
The Two Nations Theory is a base of Pakistan
The Muslims of the subcontinent constitute a nation, and the two-nation theory gave rise to the distinct ideology of Pakistan. On August 14, 1947, the Muslim state of Pakistan came into existence.Islamic ideology serves as the philosophical foundation of the Two Nations theory. The Two Nations theory became a reality through the distinct ideology of Pakistan. The banner of Pakistan ideology, passed on by AllamaIqbal, was carried forward and fulfilled by Muhammad Ali Jinnah, who not only staunchly believed in and supported the Two Nations theory but also founded the ideological state of Pakistan. Our sole hope of survival lies in faithfully implementing the Pakistan ideology.
Source:The Nation
June 12, 2023 08:11 UTC
Govt trying to re-negotiate with IMF on favorable terms: Dar
ISLAMABAD - Finance Minister Muhammad Ishaq Dar said Sunday that the government is taking necessary measures to re-negotiate with International Monetary Fund on more favorable terms and conditions. Talking to a private news channel, he expressed hope that the IMF would be satisfied with Pakistan’s progress, as the country has fulfilled the necessary requirements. Ishaq Dar expressed optimism that Pakistan would achieve the growth rate set by the government, indicating a positive outlook for the nation’s economic development in the coming year. Reply to a question, he criticised the previous government of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf for formulating weak policies. He said these policies caused significant difficulties for masses in their daily lives, leading to financial constraints for the country.
Source:The Nation
June 12, 2023 07:17 UTC