Pakistan needs help: from where will it come?
The big question is: from where will this help come? Indian policymakers, think tanks and political and strategic analysts must be viewing the current situation in Pakistan with great concern. Even the people of Pakistan, in the worst-case scenario, may also end up taking that course. Hosting the SCO and G-20 summits and awaiting to welcome American President Joe Biden in September this year, India today showcases itself as a country in different league. The leadership of both India and Pakistan need to look at the future and determine what kind of world we want our future generations to live in.
Source:The Nation
May 07, 2023 11:56 UTC
India sends troops to Manipur as ethnic clashes leave 54 dead
IMPHAL, INDIA - The death toll after ethnic clashes in India’s remote northeast rose to 54 on Saturday, with fresh violence overnight despite authorities rushing in troops to restore order. Thousands of soldiers were sent to Manipur state after a protest march by a tribal group turned violent on Wednesday. Hospital morgues in the state capital Imphal and Churachandpur district further south had reported a combined total of 54 dead, according to local media. The internet blackout has impeded the flow of information from Manipur and details of the latest clashes remain sparse. The northeast is home to dozens of tribal groups and small guerrilla armies whose demands range from greater autonomy to secession from India.
Source:The Nation
May 07, 2023 11:54 UTC
Afghan peace at centre of trilateral talks
Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari reiterated that peace and stability in Afghanistan remained vital for the socioeconomic development, connectivity and prosperity of the region. Chinese Foreign Minister Qin Gang said both Beijing and Islamabad were "ready to actively support Afghanistan with its economic reconstruction". The Chinese foreign minister also hoped Pakistan's political forces would come on the same page for the country's stability. The Chinese foreign minister noted that stability would help the rulers effectively address internal and external issues. The Chinese foreign minister said they encouraged Chinese companies to invest in Pakistan and also welcomed quality products from Pakistan into China.
Source:The Express Tribune
May 07, 2023 09:13 UTC
Imran defends Bilawal, slams Jaishankar for being ‘poor host’
Imran Khan, the chairman of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), has criticised Indian External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar for being a poor host, adding that Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari should have gone to Goa with better preparation. Jaishankar had called his Pakistani counterpart Bilawal Bhutto Zardari the "promoter, justifier and spokesperson of a terrorism industry". "On terrorism, Pakistan's credibility is depleting even faster than its forex reserves," Jaishankar further said. He also took a swipe at Bilawal for not being adequately prepared before his visit to India. "Did Bilawal ask anyone before going to India," Khan questioned, adding that Bilawal should have gone with better preparation.
Source:The Express Tribune
May 07, 2023 05:09 UTC
Muslims Are Choosing Online Marriage Over Lavish Weddings
However, it’s not just Pakistanis who are using the service – Muslims from all around the world are turning to online marriages. The shift towards online marriage has been driven by several factors. But what about the legality of an online marriage? People are looking for simple, efficient, and cost-effective solutions to their legal needs, and online marriages provide just that.”. As 24Justice.pk report on online marriage for Muslims shows, their Sharia-compliant online nikah service is becoming an increasingly popular option for Muslims looking to get married legally and efficiently, with the process taking as little as 30 minutes.
Source:The Express Tribune
May 07, 2023 03:55 UTC
Educated women guarantors of development of nation: Ali
Governor Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Haji Ghulam Ali on Saturday said that educated women are the guarantors of the development of not only the family but also the country and the nation. He expressed these views while addressing the 39th annual day function of Jinnah College for Women Peshawar University. Governor Ghulam Ali said that Jinnah College is a historical and famous educational institute. The educational institutions should reduce their fees, I will present an award on my behalf to the educational institutions that reduce the fees, said Ghulam Ali. In the ceremony, Governor Ghulam Ali distributed appreciation certificates and trophies among position holders students of Intermediate in the academic year 2022-23.
Source:The Nation
May 07, 2023 03:25 UTC
Making a military commander
But the rigor of military training and basic tactical skills at training schools polish the young lieutenants into professional junior leaders. General Asim Munir is 17 Chief of Army Staff of the most professional military outfit in the world. He joins the company of the most professional military leaders having an impeccable military career spanned over 36 years. Like any officer, Asim Munir has traversed his military career through commitment and dedication, right from joining officers training school Mangla in 1985. In his illustrious military career, General Asim Munir commanded the infantry division deployed on LoC and Siachin (FCNA) and Gujranwala Corps.
Source:The Nation
May 07, 2023 00:01 UTC
Ali Zafar compares Mahira Khan and Saba Qamar as actors
Singer and actor Ali Zafar is currently touring in Canada and has concerts in multiple cities there. One of his concerts opened with a rapid-fire round with a Canada-based journalist, who asked him about his thoughts on Bollywood actors Shah Rukh Khan, Alia Bhatt, and Katrina Kaif. He was also asked to comment on Pakistani stars Saba Qamar and Mahira Khan. https://t.co/rl4qkzM3IH — Ali Zafar (@AliZafarsays) May 3, 2023The Q&A series began with Zafar’s opinion on Bollywood’s King Khan. Mahira, on the other hand, is our nation’s superstar so, both of them have their own place,” he said.
Source:The Express Tribune
May 06, 2023 21:01 UTC
New traditional Mexican restaurant coming to downtown Trussville
By Chase Holmes, News ReporterTRUSSVILLE – Con Heuvos traditional Mexican restaurant to open in downtown Trussville at the end of May or early June. Owner Daniela Trucios was on hand with her staff and a mariachi band in the afternoon drizzle on Cinco de Mayo to announce her new restaurant would be coming soon to 201 Main Street, the former location of The Straw Hat, in downtown Trussville. “We’re out here and very excited and you can see construction is almost done,” Trucios said. “We should be open by the end of May or early June and we’re ready.”More information about Con Heuvos will be available closer to its grand opening.
Source:The Express Tribune
May 06, 2023 16:22 UTC
Zimbabwe A forced to follow-on after Mehran’s hat-trick
LAHORE-Mehran Mumtaz’s five-wicket haul including a hat-trick led Pakistan Shaheens to enforce the follow-on against Zimbabwe ‘A’ on the third day of the first four-day match at Kwekwe Sports Club in Kwekwe on Friday. Left-arm spinner Mehran, who bagged two wickets on the second day, took three wickets on successive deliveries in the 77th over. At stumps, the hosts were 157 for one in 42 overs, still trailing by 139 runs with nine wickets in hand. For Pakistan Shaheens, Mehran took five wickets for 47 runs from 17.3 overs. He was supported by fast bowler Mohammad Ali, who took two wickets for 56 from 16 overs.
Source:The Nation
May 06, 2023 09:59 UTC
Punjab CTD arrests terrorists linked to TTP, Al-Qaeda
The Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD) of Punjab claimed to have arrested 11 suspected terrorists associated with proscribed Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) and outlawed Al-Qaeda in an intelligence-based operation (IBO) in different cities of Punjab. According to the authorities, the suspected terrorists belonged to the outlawed Al-Qaeda, Islamic State and Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan. Earlier, the Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD) of Punjab police claimed to have killed two terrorists associated with proscribed Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) in a shootout. The terrorists were planning an attack on law enforcement agencies when they were neutralized, the CTD spokesperson said. A spokesperson for the department relayed that the CTD personnel carried out an overnight search operation in Rajanpur, Punjab.
Source:The Nation
May 06, 2023 09:59 UTC
IMF negates govt’s claim of meeting loan conditions
The statement, sent to The Express Tribune, highlights a widening trust deficit between Pakistan and the IMF, as it negates the claim made by the government with respect to meeting all prior actions necessary to complete the 9th review. The external debt repayments, including interest, for the July-December period amount to $11 billion, said the Finance Ministry sources. Senior finance ministry officials argued that the IMF should not link the approval of the 9th review with the next year’s budget. Less than two months are left in the expiry of the stalled $6.5 billion IMF programme. However, the IMF, already agitated by the government’s contradictory claims about completion of the conditions, may not offer any major relief to Pakistan.
Source:The Express Tribune
May 06, 2023 09:58 UTC
Chinese bank opens LC for Russian oil import
According to sources, the LC has been opened in the Chinese bank in an attempt to make payment for the cargo – the first-ever purchase of Russian oil by Pakistan – in Chinese yuan. Though the payment for Russian oil will be in yuan, it will put a burden on Pakistan’s foreign exchange reserves. Initially, Moscow offered the option of making payments in three currencies including the UAE dirham, Chinese yuan and Russian ruble. Pakistan, which follows the Platts price index, is hoping to get a discount of $16 to $18 per barrel on Russian crude oil. According to the source, the processing of Arab Light crude leads to production of 45% high-speed diesel (HSD) and 25% furnace oil while the Russian crude will produce 32% HSD and 50% furnace oil.
Source:The Express Tribune
May 06, 2023 09:52 UTC
Springville Tigers win area softball championship
Shelby Hathcock pitched well.”The second game would be against the Hayden Wildcats with Georgia Chancellor at the mound for the Tigers. With a win, Springville would become the area champions but, with a loss, there would be another game between these two teams. The teams would trade places in the second as Springville got 2 runs and Hayden was unable to score. In the fifth, the Tigers would tie the game at 4 with 1 run before putting up 4 in the sixth to seal the game and the area championship for the Springville Tigers. However, we played as one which helped us win area.”The Tigers improve to 35-7-1 on the season heading into the state playoffs later this week.
Source:The Express Tribune
May 06, 2023 02:38 UTC
CM launches Punjab Police Application
LAHORE - Caretaker Chief Minister Punjab Mohsin Naqvi launched the Punjab Police Public App at a ceremony here. The event was attended by Provincial Information Minister Amir Mir, IG police, MD Punjab Safe Cities Authority, CCPO & CTO Lahore, Chairman Punjab Information Technology Board and others. During the briefing, it was informed that 11 features have been added to the app for convenience of the public. The accused will be able to be immediately traced or arrested through the women harassment feature as 18 services of Khidmat Center are included in Punjab Police Public App. Caretaker CM expressed his appreciation for the team’s efforts and acknowledged that the idea for the Punjab Police Public App originated during the search for lost heirs in Gujranwala, where the CTO Lahore played a commendable role in locating the missing child.
Source:The Nation
May 06, 2023 02:03 UTC