Ukrainian FM arrives in Pakistan, delegation-level talks underway
Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari said on Thursday that Pakistan is not supplying weapons and ammunition to Ukraine. The FM made the remarks during a joint press conference with his Ukrainian counterpart Dmytro Kuleba in Islamabad. #Live: Foreign Minister @BBhuttoZardari along with Ukrainian Foreign Minister @DmytroKuleba addressing a news conference in Islamabad https://t.co/K8frbWIVrs — Radio Pakistan (@RadioPakistan) July 20, 2023Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba arrived in Pakistan on Thursday on a two-day official visit. Delegation-level talks between Pakistan and Ukraine were held at the office in Islamabad with the Pakistani side being led by FM Bilawal. Read Ukrainian foreign minister to arrive in Pakistan tomorrowThe two sides discussed cooperation in diverse fields.
Source:The Express Tribune
July 20, 2023 11:20 UTC
President, PM urge nation to follow teachings of Holy Prophet in practical lives
President, PM urge nation to follow teachings of Holy Prophet in practical livesExtending greetings to the nation on advent of new Islamic year 1445 Hijrah, President Dr Arif Alvi and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif have urged the countrymen to make a pledge to follow the teachings of Prophet Muhammad (Peace be upon Him) in their practical lives. The President in his message said the new Islamic year has a great significance for Muslims all over the world and reminds of the immense sacrifices rendered by their forefathers. He called for a united approach to overcome any challenge and make the future of our coming generations bright. The Prime Minister in his message stressed the need to promote tolerance, understanding and respect for each other in the society. He prayed that the New Year may bring ease in lives of Muslims suffering across the world, especially the people of Indian illegally occupied Jammu and Kashmir and Palestine.
Source:The Nation
July 20, 2023 10:53 UTC
Palm trees
About six years ago, I wrote a letter ‘Planting palm trees’ (Feb 6, 2017) about the folly of planting such trees in Islamabad. In fact, these full-grown palm trees are now nothing but an ugly and hideous sight. I have no idea what is the compulsion of replanting full-grown palm trees instead of patronising and sticking to our own indigenous trees, like the evergreen pine. They will not be able to do this by planting palm trees. Even if there is some reason to insist on having palm trees, why not plant young saplings instead of replanting full-grown trees?
Source:Pakistan Today
July 20, 2023 05:23 UTC
First patient dosed in study of Telix’s TLX250 with Merck’s peposertib
Telix has announced that the first patient has been dosed in a Phase 1 study of its investigational targeted radiation therapy, TLX250, combined with Merck’s DNA-dependent protein kinase (DNA-PK) inhibitor candidate, peposertib (M3814). The study is in patients with solid tumours expressing the potential pan-cancer target, carbonic-anhydrase IX (CAIX). The STARSTRUCK trial is an open-label, single-arm, multicentre dose escalation and dose expansion study to evaluate the safety profile, dosing and activity of TLX250 in combination with peposertib. Telix said the clinical hypothesis is that the combination of TLX250 and a DNA-PK inhibitor enhances potency through their synergistic action on cancer cells. Targeted radiation effectively induces DNA damage in targeted cancer cells and the DNA-PK inhibitor may act to prevent the cell from repairing this damage, resulting in higher potency at lower doses.
Source:The Express Tribune
July 20, 2023 04:36 UTC
TTP men used US weapons, uniforms in Zhob attack
ISLAMABAD - In a latest development banned terror outfit Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) terrorists used American weapons and uniform in the Zhob Garrison terrorist attack in Balochistan. Highly credible sources close to the Zhob attack said, use of American weapons and uniform by terrorists emerged during the clearance operation. “These weapons and military uniform were left over by US soldiers in Afghanistan and used by TTP”, the sources said. The sources revealed that the TTP terrorists used uniforms of US soldiers, helmets, and hand gloves and were equipped with the latest US weapons including M16 Assault Rifles in the attack. The sources said use of US weapons by the TTP terrorists has certainly raised serious questions and concerns by Pakistan that how the latest weapons, uniforms and other stuff reached the TTP terrorists.
Source:The Nation
July 20, 2023 04:22 UTC
PTI Chief staged drama of Cipher to mislead the nation: Fazl
PTI Chief staged drama of Cipher to mislead the nation: FazlChief of Pakistan Democratic Movement and Ameer of JUI-F, Maulana Fazlur Rehman has said that former Principal Secretary to Prime Minister, Azam Khan, has exposed the Cipher conspiracy which was hatched by Pakistan Tehrik e Insaf Chairman. Addressing a news conference in Islamabad on Wednesday , he said PTI Chief staged a drama of Cipher to mislead the nation. He alleged that PTI was supported by Indian and Israeli intelligence agencies RAW and Mossad, which also funded the party in 2018 general elections. The JUI Chief said statement of Israel in favour of PTI Chairman is a proof that he is working on a foreign agenda.
Source:The Nation
July 20, 2023 04:09 UTC
PCB officially unveils Asia Cup 2023 schedule
LAHORE-The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) and Asian Cricket Council (ACC) on Wednesday announced the schedule of the Men’s ODI Asia Cup 2023. ACC President Jay Shah, who revealed the Asia Cup schedule on Twitter, minutes before the schedule and trophy unveiling ceremony called by the PCB, said: “We are thrilled to announce the Men’s ODI Asia Cup 2023, a celebration of cricketing excellence that unites the nations of Asia in the spirit of competition and camaraderie. “The Asia Cup holds a special place in the hearts of cricket enthusiasts across the continent. “For Pakistan, it will be the homecoming of the ACC Asia Cup after 15 long years. “I want to congratulate Nepal on qualifying for the Asia Cup and look forward to welcoming them along with Afghanistan, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka.
Source:The Nation
July 20, 2023 01:13 UTC
Azam Khan's statment dubs cypher narrative as conspiracy
The PTI chief “termed the language as US Blunder while saying that the cypher can now be manipulated for creating a narrative against establishment and opposition,” according to the statement. Khan said that the foreign secretary told him that then foreign minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi had already discussed the cypher with the PTI chief. This was confirmed the next day when Khan presented the cypher to the PTI chief, according to the alleged statement. The PTI chief allegedly told Khan that the “cypher can be used to divert [the] general public’s attention towards foreign involvement in NCM [no confidence motion] by [the] opposition”. Read more Non-bailable warrants out for Imran, FawadThe PTI chief allegedly confided in Khan that he would play the “victim card”.
Source:The Express Tribune
July 19, 2023 15:31 UTC
17 people killed as heavy rains lash parts of country
ISLAMABAD: At least seventeen people were killed in rain-related incidents in across country as heavy monsoon rains lashed parts of country. Out of the 17 deceased, thirteen labourers were crushed to death early Wednesday after a wall collapsed due to heavy rains in twin cities of Rawalpindi and Islamabad, the rescue service reported. Rain-related incidents claim 17 lives in across country. The rescue teams reached the site of the incident as soon as they received the report, Rescue 1122 officials stated. It poured up to 110 millimetres in Chaklala, 138 millimetres in Bokra, 102 millimetres in Golra, 98 millimetres at zero-point, 79 millimetres in Kachehri, 64 millimetres at Islamabad airport, and 44 millimetres in Saidpur.
Source:Pakistan Today
July 19, 2023 15:15 UTC
IMF spells out stringent conditions for $3b breather
The report revealed how the government distorted the exchange rate market and the central bank lacked clarity when the pressures were increasing. According to a major condition, the average premium between the interbank and open market exchange rates would not be more than 1.25% during any consecutive five business days. “These interventions have undermined public trust in the exchange rate system and, going forward, it will be necessary to ensure that the exchange rate will be market-determined, allowed to act as a shock absorber, and free from formal or informal guidance or restrictions,” it added. The IMF “staff emphasised that a functioning and flexible exchange rate market should be the means to address BOP pressures, rather than administrative and exchange measures”. “Gross financing needs are very large, mostly due to large debt service payments, while external market financing has dried up.
Source:The Express Tribune
July 19, 2023 15:14 UTC
TTP terrorists used American weapons, uniforms in Zhob attack
Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) terrorists used the weapons left by the US in Afghanistan during the attack in Balochistan’s Zhob. Five terrorists were killed and nine Pakistan Army soldiers were martyred in a clearance operation in northern Balochistan after militants attacked launched a “dastardly attack” on the Zhob garrison. It has been revealed that the TTP terrorists donning uniforms of US soldiers, helmets, and hand gloves were equipped with the latest US weapons including M16 Assault Riffles. In the pictures released after the clearance operation in Zhob, the terrorists can be seen dead in the uniforms of US soldiers. The use of US weapons by the TTP terrorists has certainly raised questions that how the latest weapons, uniforms and other stuff reached the TTP terrorists.
Source:The Nation
July 19, 2023 12:20 UTC
Joint protocol on tri-nation rail link signed
Pakistan, Uzbekistan, and Afghanistan on Tuesday finalized a joint protocol for a significant railway project aimed at connecting Uzbekistan's train network with Pakistan Railways (PR). The proposed route will traverse Uzbekistan's Termiz, Afghanistan's Mazar-e-Sharif and Logar, and enter Pakistan through the Kharlachi border crossing in Kurram. The railway line will cater to both passenger and freight services, playing a vital role in boosting regional trade and driving economic development. This plan includes joint expeditions to survey the route and conduct preliminary feasibility studies for the project, fostering future collaboration and expanding regional transportation networks. The railway project holds tremendous potential for strengthening regional connectivity, promoting trade, and fostering closer ties between Pakistan, Uzbekistan, and Afghanistan.
Source:The Nation
July 19, 2023 08:00 UTC
Afghan-Taliban Tensions
Pakistan’s top military commanders strongly reject the Afghan Taliban’s claims that the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) operates outside Afghan soil. The presence of sanctuaries and access to advanced weapons enable the TTP and similar groups to undermine Pakistan’s security and stability. The Afghan Taliban’s recent denial, in contrast to their previous talks with TTP leadership, suggests growing mistrust between Pakistan and Afghanistan. This shift raises concerns about the Afghan Taliban’s commitment to addressing the TTP issue and fostering bilateral cooperation. The TTP’s sanctuaries and access to advanced weaponry across the border pose serious threats to Pakistan’s security.
Source:The Nation
July 19, 2023 01:25 UTC
Mainly hot weather forecast for Balochistan
QUETTA - The Met Office has forecast mainly hot and humid weather with partly cloudy in most parts of the province during the next 24 hours. According to the Met Office, the minimum temperature in Quetta was recorded at 23.0 degree centigrade and 13.7 degree centigrade in Kalat on Tuesday. The Met Office also reported that Khuzdar received rain 6.8mm in the area.
Source:The Nation
July 19, 2023 01:24 UTC
38th death anniversary of Shaheed Mir Shahnawaz Bhutto observed
Quran Khawani was held at Bhutto House Naudero, Garhi Khuda Bux Bhutto and Al-Murtaza House Larkana, while floral wreaths were placed on the Graves of Shaheed Mir Shahnawaz Bhutto, Shaheed Zulfikar Ali Bhutto, Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto and Shaheed Mir Murtaza Bhutto and others in Garhi Khuda Bux Bhutto. Leaders and workers of both parties gathered at Garhi Khuda Bux Bhutto separately to pay tribute to Shaheed Mir Shahnawaz Bhutto for carrying forward the mission of his Shaheed father Z. On the occasion, collective prayers were also held in Garhi Khuda Bux Bhutto, for the departed soul, of Shaheed Mir Shahnawaz Bhutto, Shaheed Zulfikar Ali Bhutto, Shaheed Benazir Bhutto and Shaheed Mir Murtaza Bhutto. Local leaders and workers of PPP-P and workers of PPP’s sisters organizations visited the mausoleum of martyrs of Bhutto Family at Garhi Khuda Bux Bhutto on Tuesday and offered fateha and placed floral wreaths on the graves of Shaheed Mir Shahnawaz Bhutto, Shaheed Benazir Bhutto, Shaheed Zulfikar Ali Bhutto and Shaheed Mir Murtaza Bhutto, Late Begum Nusrat Bhutto, Late Shireen Amir Begum. President PPP(SB) Larkana Division Sardar Taj Muhammad Domki, other leaders and workers also visited the graves at Garhi Khuda Bux Bhutto of Shaheed Zulfikar Ali Bhutto, Shaheed Mir Murtaza Bhutto, his younger brother Shaheed Mir Shahnawaz Bhutto and Shaheed Benazir Bhutto.
Source:The Nation
July 18, 2023 21:58 UTC