Malaria cases spike in Pakistan after 'climate-driven' disaster
PHOTO: REUTERSExtreme weather events in Malawi and Pakistan have driven "very sharp" rises in malaria infections and deaths, a global health chief said ahead of World Malaria Day on April 25. Cases in Pakistan last year, after devastating floods left a third of the country under water, rose four-fold to 1.6 million, according to the World Health Organisation (WHO). "What we've seen in places like Pakistan and Malawi is real evidence of the impact that climate change is having on malaria," he said. "And we saw a very sharp uptick in infections and deaths from malaria in both places," he said ahead of World Malaria Day on April 25. Sands said World Malaria Day was usually an opportunity to "celebrate the progress we have made".
Source:The Express Tribune
April 24, 2023 12:48 UTC
India minister refutes claim Modi exploited 2019 attack for political gains
NEW DELHI: The government of Prime Minister Narendra Modi has nothing to hide concerning a deadly attack on a military convoy in Kashmir in 2019, India’s home minister said. Malik informed Modi that the attack was a failure on the government’s part but was asked to stay silent, he told a local news outlet in an interview. Malik told The Wire that he “realised that all the onus of the attack will be put on Pakistan” to reap electoral benefits. New Delhi accused Islamabad of orchestrating the attack which brought the two nuclear powers to the brink of another war. Kashmir is a Muslim-majority region at the heart of decades of hostility between nuclear-armed Pakistan and India.
Source:Pakistan Today
April 24, 2023 11:44 UTC
Celebrations of Eid-ul-Fitr continue on second day
Share:The festivities and celebrations of Eid-ul-Fitr continue on the second day today. On the second day of Eid, people visit their relatives and recreational sites to share the joy of Eid. Strict security arrangements have been made to thwart any untoward incident during the Eid holidays.
Source:The Nation
April 24, 2023 08:49 UTC
Ailing Noor Jehan dies, leaving ‘mourning’ partner in limbo
KARACHI: Noor Jehan, an elephant in Karachi Zoo whose illness revived criticisms of the nation’s zoos, died on Saturday despite frantic efforts to treat her, officials said. The critically ill 17-year-old elephant had fallen into a pond this month and been unable to get up without help. Noor Jehan was an African elephant, whose average lifespan is 60 to 70 years. The director of the Karachi Zoo was removed this month over complaints of negligence. The high court of Islamabad in 2020 ordered the closure of the Islamabad Zoo, where the elephant Kaavan was kept.
Source:Pakistan Today
April 24, 2023 04:37 UTC
Pro-Khalistan leader Amritpal Singh surrenders before police
Police had been trying to arrest Amritpal Singh for over a month. PHOTO: FileProminent Sikh and pro-Khalistan leader Amritpal Singh was arrested on Sunday after he surrendered before the police in Indian Punjab, local media reported. Earlier this month, the Indian police had launched "massive cordon and search operations” and suspended internet and mobile services across Punjab in a push to nab Amritpal. The Punjab government, through an affidavit, had informed the Punjab and Haryana High Court that Amritpal is still absconding from the law, reported the Indian Express. — Punjab Police India (@PunjabPoliceInd) April 23, 2023"Amritpal Singh arrested in Moga, Punjab.
Source:The Express Tribune
April 23, 2023 23:34 UTC
Imran threatens to take to streets if govt ignores SC orders
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) chief and former prime minister Imran Khan has said that if the government disobeys the Supreme Court's orders concerning Punjab elections, he will "bring the nation out on the streets". The PTI had organised an event for its workers to celebrate Eid at Zaman Park late on Sunday evening. Addressing the event via video link, the PTI chief expressed fear that the PDM-led government would defy court orders. "I can give a call [to the workers] to prepare the nation [for protests] at any time," Imran added. The PTI chief said that in order to manoeuvre the country out of difficulty, "the justice system will have to be amended".
Source:The Nation
April 23, 2023 20:11 UTC
Suo motu should serve public interest, not individuals: PM
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif visits Kot Lakhpat Jail on the occasion of Eidul Fitr in Lahore on April 22, 2023. PHOTO: PIDPrime Minister Shehbaz Sharif emphasised on Saturday that the real purpose of suo moto action by the courts is to serve the public interest rather than the interest of any individual. The prime minister said that there is no other reason to take suo moto notice, saying that the law and Constitution do not allow it for any other purpose. Suo moto actions allow for the judiciary to take notice of a matter on its own accord, without requiring a petition or request from any party. The use of suo moto powers has been a topic of debate in Pakistan, with some arguing that it can be misused and may lead to judicial overreach.
Source:The Express Tribune
April 23, 2023 09:31 UTC
Hogs Advance, Vlasic’s Family Workouts, Buy Cheli’s House, and Other Blackhawks Bullets
We’ve got ridiculous NHL action, games happening in the AHL and juniors across the CHL playing. And Blackhawks fans have a cheering interested in every level of playoffs… except the NHL. “There’s some days where you just don’t really feel like going, and it’s definitely (harder) when you don’t have that gym slot and when you have a trainer waiting for you. So it’s kind of up to your own standard of how you want to work out. And she would drag me on a Sunday or on a Saturday or whatever — I didn’t feel like going for the cardio or whatever.
Source:The Nation
April 23, 2023 06:04 UTC
IceHogs Grab OT Win AGAIN, Advance in AHL Playoffs
The IceHogs journey in the AHL playoffs began with a dramatic, overtime win against Iowa in Rockford. Game Two — and Three, if necessary — would take place in Iowa; the first round of the Calder Cup Playoffs is a best-of-three format. So the Hogs were looking to “sweep” their way into the second round on Friday night; I hate using the word “sweep” for only two games, but it works I guess. David Gust scored the game’s only goal in the second period, and the IceHogs took a 2-1 lead to the third. And it was Buddy Robinson who came through with the OT GWG and Rockford advances to the second round!
Source:The Nation
April 22, 2023 19:09 UTC
Punjab Governor extends Eid greetings to nation
Punjab Governor extends Eid greetings to nationPunjab Governor Muhammad Baligh-u-Rehman wished the nation "Eid Mubarak" and requested them to share their joy with others. In an exclusive Video Podcast Interview at the eve of Eid-ul-Fitr with Radio Pakistan Correspondent Sajjad Pervaiz, he said sharing a smile with others can help brighten up their lives and this is the best way to spread happiness on the occasion of Eid. He urged all to include the people of the flood affected areas in their Eid celebrations. Baligh-u-Rehman expressed hope that due to the untiring efforts of the incumbent government, Pakistan will come out of the economic challenges soon.
Source:The Nation
April 22, 2023 18:23 UTC
Silk Road to Sports
Inspired by the power of sport Mao gave a new slogan “Keep fit, Study well, Work well”. Feng stated that the Chinese new democratic physical culture was to develop sports for people’s health, new democratic construction and the people’s national defense. Unfortunately, 1958-1966 was a period of political upheavals in China that dented the process of mass sports in the country. Sports officials were reappointed in the State Physical Culture & Sports Commission and the all-important National Physical Education & Sports School Conference was held in 1972. One can notice that the Chinese top leadership irrespective of its political stance remains steadfast in developing sports.
Source:The Nation
April 22, 2023 11:51 UTC
Putin extends Eidul Fitr greetings to Muslims
Russian President Vladimir Putin extended Eidul Fitr greetings to Russian Muslims on Friday and praised the contribution of Muslim organisations to maintaining dialogue between ethnicities and religions. According to the Russian president, the Muslim Ummah has been leading an exemplary life of good deeds and benevolent undertakings. Putin also praised the valuable contribution of Muslim organisations to maintaining interethnic and interreligious communication and the patriotic education of Russia’s next generation. ✍️ President Vladimir Putin sent greetings to Russia's Muslims on Eid al-Fitr. The UK premier is set to join representatives from the British Muslim community at Downing Street in Eid celebrations today.
Source:The Express Tribune
April 22, 2023 08:05 UTC
Heavy gunfire in Sudan as Eid ceasefire calls ignored
PHOTO: AFPSudan’s warring forces battled on Friday with heavy gunfire and explosions in the capital Khartoum and elsewhere in the country, as they ignored appeals by world powers for an end-of-Ramazan ceasefire. Both UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres and US State Secretary Antony Blinken called separately for a ceasefire of “at least” three days to mark Eid, as explosions and gunfire resounded in Khartoum. pic.twitter.com/MYww7nHHQ1 — António Guterres (@antonioguterres) April 20, 2023Met virtually with the AU Chairman and other global leaders who all agreed that an Eid al-Fitr ceasefire is urgently needed in Sudan. Spoke with SAF General Burhan and RSF General Hemedti to urge an Eid ceasefire and an end to indiscriminate attacks against civilians. Sudan's Rapid Support Forces said it was ready for a 72-hour ceasefire on Friday, but residents in the capital, Khartoum, and neighbouring cities are reporting gunfire.
Source:The Express Tribune
April 22, 2023 08:05 UTC
A remedy for poor souls or a rhapsody for more votes?
Yet, despite what history tells us, the same slogans still echo in the drawing rooms: the latest addition to the leaderboard, warmed over for the second time, is the Quetta Master Plan. But what makes planning master is its implementation process, which is the soul of a master plan. Also, master planning is not a one-time activity; merely drafting one is not enough, it’s a thoroughly hectic and continuous process. Is Balochistan government doing the Quetta master plan as a temporary icebreaker for it makes a lot of noise, a name that sits and tastes well on the tongue and gets it some votes or is it genuinely concerned for the poor souls of Quetta. Fifth, the development of an institutionalized coordination mechanism linking the decision-making process of budget, infrastructure and development with land management.
Source:Pakistan Today
April 22, 2023 03:18 UTC
A clear case of scamming the customers
A few weeks ago, I received a message from my mobile service provider that I have been assigned a certain ringtone and would be charged Rs3 per day plus tax. Since I had not asked for any ringtone, I was able to get myself unsubscribed after going through the procedure. On March 27, I called a friend and got an audio message that his phone was powered off. Since when and why have the service providers started giving unwanted services to their users without their consent? The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority should restrain all the service providers from adding extra paid services unless specifically requested.
Source:Pakistan Today
April 22, 2023 03:04 UTC