Charlie Hebdo cartoon on Turkey earthquake draws ire
People look on as the search for survivors continues in the aftermath of an earthquake in Kahramanmaras, Turkey, February 8, 2023. REUTERS/Suhaib SalemA cartoon mocking the devastating earthquake that killed thousands in Turkey and Syria was published in the satirical French magazine Charlie Hebdo, triggering strong reactions on social media. Dr Omar Suleiman, a US Muslim scholar, condemned the cartoon for celebrating the tragedy, calling the French magazine a "despicable publication". https://t.co/8jWYhlCzvk — Dr. Omar Suleiman (@omarsuleiman504) February 7, 2023Reactions from users on Twitter came in Turkish, French and English, denouncing the cartoon, and calling Charlie Hebdo a "disgrace to humanity" for publishing it. French magazine Charlie Hebdo is infamous for its provocative illustrations that have often caused controversy.
Source:The Express Tribune
February 11, 2023 03:47 UTC
8th Multinational Maritime Exercise AMAN-23 kicks off at Karachi
KARACHI: A remarkable and vibrant Flags Hoisting Ceremony was held at Pakistan Navy Dockyard, Karachi, to formally commence the proceedings of 8th Multinational Maritime Exercise AMAN-23. A large number of senior military representatives from participating countries, observers, diplomats and Pakistan Navy officials attended the ceremony. The opening of the Exercise was marked with simultaneous hoisting of flags of all the participating nations of AMAN-23. In his message, the Naval Chief warmly welcomed the participants of Exercise AMAN-23. He sought their cooperation in achieving the Exercise objectives and hoped that the Exercise would prove mutually rewarding for all.
Source:Pakistan Today
February 11, 2023 00:53 UTC
Kartik Aaryan's 'Character Dheela 2.0' leaves fans unimpressed
Indian actor Kartik Aaryan's film Shehzada just dropped its latest song, Character Dheela 2.0, which is a rendition of the popular track from Salman Khan's hit movie Ready. Even though Salman himself wished Kartik all the best before the song's release, it seems like the megastar's fans are not impressed by it. Taking to Twitter, Kartik shared the official music video of Character Dheela 2.0 on February 9. "Great song, only if Salman Khan was in it the video would have been much more fun," remarked one fan. "Stop doing remakes, Kartik, bring something new!"
Source:The Express Tribune
February 11, 2023 00:41 UTC
Aman-2023 multinational naval exercise kicks off in Pakistan
The opening ceremony, held at Navy Dockyard in Karachi, was attended by a large number of military representatives, observers and diplomats from participating countries. The eighth exercise of Aman series involve ships, aircraft and special operation forces of participating countries. A message of Chief of the Naval Staff of the Pakistan Navy Admiral Amjad Khan Niazi was also read on the occasion. Welcoming the participants, Admiral Amjad Khan Niazi said the maritime exercise aimed at promoting harmony among countries and peace. He highlighted that maritime security was facing non-traditional challenges, adding “the climate change has profoundly affected the marine environment”.
Source:Pakistan Today
February 10, 2023 23:41 UTC
Cricket at its worst
Share:The entire nation was excited and eager to see England and New Zealand cricket teams in action in Pakistan. To make things worse, our government keeps experimenting with the structure of the cricket board creating confusion and a lack of continuity in policies. However, they seem to be doing everything but learning from their mistakes as they keep repeating the same repeatedly. I am afraid that if our cricket does not pick up any time soon, it might face a decline like that of the national hockey team, which went from glory to oblivion over time. It appears that repeating the same mistakes perpetually and expecting different results every time is our national trait.
Source:The Nation
February 09, 2023 08:40 UTC
Govt urged to focus on tobacco crop
Share:MARDAN - President, Anjuman Tahafuz-e- Haqooq-e-Kashtkaran Haji Niamat Shah Roghani while talking to the media on Tuesday urged the federal as well as provincial government to prioritise the tobacco crop, which generates billions of rupees in taxes and excise duties each year. He contended that more tobacco exports would result in increased competitiveness among corporations, which would help not only growers but also the country’s economy. He emphasised that the situation with tobacco will be much better this season and that this crop will be beneficial to farmers and employees. The head of the group also stated that tobacco is a cash-generating crop in our province and that the season for tobacco production is here. He claimed that tobacco producers should increase their supply of tobacco seeds since there would be competitiveness among tobacco firms this year, and demand for tobacco crops will be rather strong.
Source:The Nation
February 08, 2023 11:46 UTC
Swabi police arrest four TTP militants
On Monday, two militants blew themselves up with hand grenades in the same village, while one of them was apprehended alive by district police. Abdur Rehman and Saqib Khan of Hund village, Imran of Mohmand, and Zubair of Bajaur were among those apprehended. Some of the guns were discovered in an under-construction house in Hund, while others were discovered in neighbouring fields. The arrested militants pointed out the two locations to district police, from where all the items were recovered. “we are closed on other members of the local network,” he said adding that you’ll hear good news shortly.
Source:The Nation
February 05, 2023 01:16 UTC
Entire Pakistani nation stands with Kashmiris in struggle for freedom
“On this Kashmir Solidarity Day, we renew our commitment of our unflinching support to them in their just struggle for inalienable right to self-determination,” he added. The prime minister said the media had been silenced through coercion and religious scholars have been arrested. The Information Minister said Kashmir solidarity day is being observed across the country with full fervor on the instructions of the Prime Minister. ‘Kashmir Solidarity Day’ to be celebrated with full zeal, fervor’Minister for Information and Broadcasting Marriyum Aurangzeb said on Saturday that the entire Pakistani nation would celebrate Kashmir Solidarity Day with full fervor and enthusiasm today. Various events will be organized in connection with the Solidarity Day of Kashmir, she said, adding activities had also been organized in educational institutions in connection with the Kashmir Day.
Source:The Nation
February 05, 2023 00:31 UTC
Pakistan to ‘make an example out of terrorists’ shedding blood of citizens
Chairing the apex committee meeting in Peshawar, the PM said the terrorism will once again be fully eliminated from the country as it was done in the past. The prime minister said the Police Lines mosque blast is the deadliest incident after the APS incident of 2014. The prime minister said the World has acknowledged that Pakistan successfully eliminated the terrorism from the country which was not an easy task at all. The prime minister announced a compensation amount of two million rupees each for the martyr and five-hundred thousand rupees each for the injured of Peshawar blast. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif chaired the important meeting of the Apex Committee held here at the Governor House.
Source:The Nation
February 04, 2023 22:17 UTC
Nation facing difficulties due to imprudent policies of PTI Chief: Marriyum
Nation facing difficulties due to imprudent policies of PTI Chief: MarriyumMinister for Information and Broadcasting Marriyum Aurangzeb says nation is facing difficulties due to imprudent policies of Imran Khan. Marriyum Aurangzeb criticized Imran Khan for victimizing his political opponents. He said political opponents of Imran Khan were jailed in fake cases. Speaking on the occasion, Special Assistant on Poverty Alleviation and Social Safety Faisal Karim Kundi said PTI's government in KP was corrupt. The Special Assistant said Imran Khan is blaming former President Asif Ali Zardari only to get attention.
Source:The Nation
February 04, 2023 21:48 UTC
Nation resolves to support Kashmiris’ just struggle
The entire nation will observe the Kashmir Solidarity Day on Sunday (tomorrow) with a renewed commitment to support the just struggle of Kashmiris for their inalienable right to self-determination as enshrined in the relevant resolutions of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC). "No amount of state terrorism, unleashed by Indian Occupation Forces, can break the will of the Kashmiris or undermine their legitimate struggle," the prime minister said. The prime minister urged India to honour its commitments made to Pakistan, the UN and, above all, to the Kashmiri people. Also read: Regional peace linked with resolution of Kashmir issue: NawabzadaInformation Minister Marriyum Aurangzeb said that the entire Pakistani nation would celebrate Kashmir Solidarity Day with full fervor and enthusiasm tomorrow. In a statement, she said that Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif will address a special session of Azad Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly tomorrow.
Source:The Nation
February 04, 2023 21:44 UTC
Terror to be stamped out with nation’s help: COAS
General Asim Munir meets police officers of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Police in Peshawar, on February 3, 2023. — ISPRRAWALPINDI: Chief of the Army Staff (COAS) General Syed Asim Munir on Friday reaffirmed his resolve of rooting out terrorism with the support of the nation for achieving an enduring peace in the country. “We as a nation together will root out the menace of terrorism till enduring peace and InshaAllah we shall achieve this,” he told officials of Khyber Pakhtkunkhwa law enforcement agencies (LEAs) during his visit to the Peshawar Police Lines. He also met with police officials. General Asim Munir appreciated the bravery and contribution of KP Police and LEAs in the war against terrorism.
Source:The Nation
February 04, 2023 21:29 UTC
Nation in shock as ‘armed men’ rape girl in Islamabad park
ISLAMABAD: Two armed men have raped a girl in Islamabad’s F-9 area at gunpoint, police confirmed Saturday, an incident that has sent the nation into shock. The incident took place Thursday night when two armed men approached the victim at a park in F-9, who was there where her male colleague, according to the first information report (FIR). The culprits then separated the woman from her colleague who was beaten up and demanded to know what the relation between the two was. The victim, when she tried to raise her voice, was beaten and threatened by the attackers they would call their “friends” to join them. “As the two were leaving,” the report added, they returned all our things and gave us 1,000 rupees to stay quiet.”
Source:The Nation
February 04, 2023 17:21 UTC
Entire nation, institutions united to eliminate menace of terrorism: PM
Entire nation, institutions united to eliminate menace of terrorism: PMPrime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has said the entire nation and institutions are united to eliminate the menace of terrorism. The Prime Minister announced to give awards and certificates of appreciation to the police officers and jawans who demonstrated extraordinary courage. The whole nation is proud of the role and contribution of Punjab Police and CTD in the war against this menace. The Prime Minister assured that police and the CTD will be further strengthened and equipped with modern weapons. He said the whole nation stands by its brave forces to root out terrorism.
Source:The Nation
February 01, 2023 05:46 UTC
Russian troops turning Bakhmut into ‘a total ruin’
Share:BAKHMUT-Russian troops are pummeling the eastern Ukrainian town of Bakhmut into what the Donetsk region military administration head Pavlo Kyrylenko called a “total ruin.” Two people were killed in the last few hours, including one underage boy, Kyrylenko says on Telegram. Intense battles in Donetsk region continue, situation in Bakhmut remains “difficult” Intense fighting continues around Bakhmut in Ukraine’s Donetsk region, as Russian forces continue their offensive towards the key eastern city, the Ukrainian military said Tuesday. The situation in Luhansk region also remains “difficult,” the Luhansk regional military administration said Tuesday. Over the past day, Ukrainian forces repelled Russian attacks in the areas of Novoselivske and Bilohorivka, regional authorities said. In the city of Luhansk, Russian forces are using the maternity wards of two hospitals to treat wounded servicemen, the Ukrainian military said.
Source:The Nation
February 01, 2023 05:21 UTC