TTP’s resurgence
Tehrik-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) has commenced a resurgence that jeopardises the country’s security environment. The TTP ambitions to merge with different militant groups is also fostering the TTP’s revival. The resurgence of TTP has various implications for Pakistan’s security as it jeopardises peace and regional stability. Security forces of Pakistan have carried out several effective operations in the affected areas, including Balochistan, to deal with TTP’s imminent threat. However, the actions and operations of the armed forces solely would not be sufficient to entirely eradicate the TTP’s threat.
Source:The Nation
August 26, 2023 19:56 UTC
Elks tap Mark McLaurin to start at strong-side linebacker vs. Redblacks
The Edmonton Elks have activated versatile defender Mark McLaurin for Sunday’s game against the Ottawa Redblacks. He recorded seven tackles and an interception in two games last season, adding 18 defensive tackles in five appearances in 2023. The 26-year-old will fill in at strong-side linebacker with both Loucheiz Purifoy and Enock Makonzo still on the six-game injured list. The rest of the Elks’ roster remains unchanged, save for the return of offensive lineman Josiah St-John. The Elks (1-9) will host the Redblacks (3-7) on Sunday, August 27 at 7:00 p.m. EDT.
Source:The Nation
August 26, 2023 17:29 UTC
PM Office alerts officials after mobile phone hacking attempts
ISLAMABAD - The security agencies Friday claimed to have thwarted attempts to hack mobile phones of the senior government officials aimed at obtaining sensitive information. The involved elements tried to acquire sensitive information from government officials and bureaucracy in the name of senior government officials. They also tried to seek information by sending mobile hacking links through WhatsApp, said a press release issued by the PM Office press wing. It added that the government had instructed all its officials to remain vigilant and not to respond to any such message. All the security agencies are fully alert on this matter, the press release added.
Source:The Nation
August 26, 2023 12:32 UTC
Indian teacher asking students to slap Muslim kid sparks outrage
A school teacher in Uttar Pradesh, India's most populous state, could be seen in the video subjecting a seven-year-old Muslim student to degrading treatment. The video, which surfaced on Friday, showed Trapta Tyagi, a primary school teacher asking for a Muslim student to be evicted due to his religion and asking his classmates to slap him. “I have declared that all Muslim children should go,” Tyagi is heard saying in the video. This is not how you treat kids.”According to his father Mohammad Irshad, the teacher “asked them [classmates] to slap my son one by one”. A school teacher in India orders Hindu kids to step up and slap a Muslim kid one by one.
Source:The Express Tribune
August 26, 2023 11:37 UTC
WhatsApp rolls out support for HD videos
WhatsApp is adding support for HD videos, enabling users to send high-resolution videos to their contacts. Similar to the HD photos feature, HD videos allow users to send high-definition videos to family and friends easily, without employing other tiresome methods to send files. Previously, WhatsApp would compress all videos to 480p due to the app's resolution limit. Now users can send HD videos up to 720p. To send videos in HD, users will have to select the HD button at the top, after they have selected the video they wish to send from their phone gallery.
Source:The Express Tribune
August 26, 2023 11:18 UTC
Nawaz to galvanize party election drive
PML-N President Shehbaz Sharif talking to the media in London along with his brother Nawaz Sharif on August 25, 2023. Addressing the media alongside his elder brother, Shehbaz, who is also the party president, stated, "Nawaz Sharif will return to Pakistan in October and lead the election campaign." The announcement was made with Nawaz Sharif sitting by Shehbaz's side. Regarding the upcoming general elections, Shehbaz Sharif emphasised that the coalition government dissolved the assemblies according to the Constitution. Nawaz Sharif urged party members to prepare and mobilise all party units for active participation in the elections.
Source:The Express Tribune
August 26, 2023 08:23 UTC
Security agencies foil hacking attempts targeting govt officials
The Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) on Friday revealed that security agencies have foiled hacking attempts targetting senior government officials’ mobile phones to obtain sensitive information. A statement released by the PMO maintained that hackers posing as senior government officials and bureaucrats were trying to obtain information through mobile hacking links on WhatsApp. The PMO has instructed all government officials to be “vigilant and not respond to any such message”. The statement further stated that Pakistan’s security agencies are “fully alert in this matter”. The dark web, or darknet, is a part of the internet that lies beyond the reach of search engines.
Source:Pakistan Today
August 26, 2023 06:22 UTC
Afghanistan should honor commitments of not allowing land for terrorism against other countries: FO
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan on Friday urged Afghan authorities honor their commitments of not allowing their land for terrorism against other countries including Pakistan, elaborating that Pakistan has repeatedly shared concerns with the Afghan authorities about the terrorism threat emanating from Afghanistan. “Pakistan will examine the latest developments and make a determination about its future engagement with the Group”, Ms Baloch said. Responding a question, she stated Prime Minister Anwaarul Haq Kakar visited the Ministry of Foreign Affairs yesterday where he was briefed on Pakistan’s foreign policy. The Prime Minister shared his vision for a dynamic foreign policy and strengthening Pakistan’s relationships with countries around the world especially in terms of trade, investment, economic diplomacy, connectivity and public diplomacy. He directed the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and our Foreign Missions to work diligently for the welfare of overseas Pakistanis.
Source:Pakistan Today
August 26, 2023 00:24 UTC
PM Kakar gets briefing on country's foreign policy
ISLAMABAD - Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaarul Haq Kakar visited the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Thursday and received a briefing on the foreign policy of Pakistan. Foreign Secretary Muhammad Syrus Sajjad Qazi briefed the prime minister about the country's foreign policy. PM Kakar shared his vision for a dynamic foreign policy and for strengthening Pakistan’s relationships with other countries. Meanwhile, Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaarul Haq Kakar Thursday held a meeting with Prime Minister Azad Jammu and Kashmir Chaudhry Anwar-ul-Haq. The AJK prime minister congratulated him on assuming the office of caretaker prime minister and expressed his best wishes for him.
Source:The Nation
August 25, 2023 23:09 UTC
Bob Dyce believes better coaching, not personnel changes the answer for Redblacks’ porous secondary
The Redblacks have allowed an average of 326.7 passing yards per game this season — the worst in the CFL by a margin of over 30 yards. They’ve also allowed a whopping 27 completions of over 30 yards, six more than the next-closest team. “Our defence does a good job,” Dyce said during an appearance on TSN 1200 this week. The expected return of Dandridge this week should provide a significant boost to the secondary, but Dyce does not believe the current personnel issues can be solved with personnel changes. “But if it’s not that, then let’s say you give up two explosives and it’s two different guys in two different totally different scenarios.
Source:The Nation
August 25, 2023 21:55 UTC
Bhutan-bound Pakistan U-16 football team honoured by Candyland
The Pakistan U-16 Football team, set to compete in Bhutan, was bestowed with an honor by Candyland, a valued coalition partner of the Pakistan Football Federation (PFF). Speaking on the occasion, PFF NC Chairman Haroon Malik expressed, "Football possesses the remarkable ability to unite the world. This power of football has gathered immensely talented U-16 players from every nook and cranny of our nation. It's heartening to see their dedication not for personal publicity, but purely for the advancement of grassroots football in Pakistan. Comprising 23 players and 7 officials, the Pakistan U-16 football squad, nurtured through dedication and strategic collaboration, stands prepared to make their mark.
Source:The Nation
August 25, 2023 21:01 UTC
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Source:The Express Tribune
August 25, 2023 18:58 UTC
Forex reserves dip $125m to $7.93b
The foreign exchange reserves held by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) have decreased by 1.5% on a week-on-week basis, reaching $7.93 billion, according to data released by the central bank on Thursday. By the end of the week on August 18, 2023, the central bank’s foreign currency reserves were recorded at $7,930.5 million, indicating a decrease of $125 million compared to the previous week’s $8,055.3 million. The SBP cited debt repayments as the reason for the decrease in Pakistan’s forex reserves. Total liquid foreign currency reserves, including those held by commercial banks, reached $13,248.4 million. Among these, the commercial banks held reserves of $5,317.9 million.
Source:The Express Tribune
August 25, 2023 15:34 UTC
K-Electric revolutionizes customer experience through WhatsApp integration
In a groundbreaking move, K-Electric (KE) has transformed its customer journey by integrating WhatsApp into its service ecosystem. Impressively, 43% of WhatsApp users have opted for this language option, underscoring the platform’s accessibility. The success story of this transformation is best conveyed through the experiences of KE customers. The impact on customer interactions has been transformative. The collaboration aims to further expand the utility of the WhatsApp Business Platform, tapping into the increasing smartphone user base.
Source:Pakistan Today
August 25, 2023 14:26 UTC
United Nations organizes second of 12 dialogues on sustainable development in Multan
ISLAMABAD, Aug 25 (APP):The United Nations in Pakistan along with the district administration of Multan organized a dialogue with local leaders on Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Around 100 local leaders, men and women among the district administration of Multan and United Nations Resident Coordinator participated in the event, according to a press release. “These dialogues would help United Nations agencies better understand which development issues local leaders see as their priorities outside of the federal and provincial capitals,” said Julien Harneis, UN Resident Coordinator in Pakistan. The 12 dialogues would engage local leaders around development issues such as access to basic social services; gender equality and women’s empowerment; climate change; sustainable, inclusive economic growth and decent work; and governance. All are key to Pakistan’s progress towards the achievement of the global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Source:The Nation
August 25, 2023 11:00 UTC