Sindh Works and Services Secretary passes away
Karachi - Sindh Works and Services Secretary Imran Atta Soomro passed away here on Sunday. Sindh Chief Minister (CM) Syed Murad Ali Shah expressed deep sorrow over the death of Imran Atta Soomro. The CM said that Soomro was an excellent officer. He prayed the Almighty to grant the late Imran Atta a high place in Jannat al-Firdous and grant patience to the bereaved. Soomro had also served as Secretary Information Department for a long period.
Source:The Nation
May 15, 2023 23:26 UTC
Hoover bank robbery suspect takes life after being cornered in apartment by police
From the Tribune staff reportsHOOVER – A suspected bank robber took his own life inside his apartment after police tracked him to his apartment on Friday, May 12. The Hoover Police Department went to 40-year-old Terry Given’s residence at 7:28 p.m. to serve a search warrant in relation to a recent bank robbery. Given’s reportedly refused to allow police access to his apartment and during subsequent negotiations, he ceased communication with police and not long after a shot was heard. Police entered the apartment and discovered Givens had sustained a self-inflicted gunshot. The Hoover Police Department is investigating the circumstances surrounding the death.
Source:The Express Tribune
May 15, 2023 23:23 UTC
Those implementing one-man show want same for entire nation, says Bilawal
Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari has accused the judiciary of aiding the former prime minister Imran Khan, claiming that those who are implementing one-man shows in their institutions want to do the same for the entire nation. Bilawal said that when the issue of Punjab was raised, they decide on the spot to have elections in 90 days. He said that as long as their facilitators were present in the institutions, Imran Khan and his allies were still striving to dissolve the parliament and organize elections right away. The Foreign Minister also said that when PTI arrived on May 25 and set Islamabad on fire, they [government] did nothing, the courts did nothing, and nothing happened to them [PTI]. As a result, the conspiracy continued, with their facilitators facilitating through the thief door.
Source:The Nation
May 15, 2023 20:53 UTC
Al-Qadir Trust case biggest scandal of corruption: Atta Tarar
Special Assistant to Prime Minister on Interior Attaullah Tarar says the Al-Qadir Trust case is the biggest scandal of corruption, as PTI Chairman Imran Khan created a fake trust to whiten his black money. Addressing a media conference in Islamabad, he said Imran Khan and his wife were trustees of Al-Qadir Trust and both were accused of 60 billion rupees corruption. Attaullah Tarar said Imran Khan caused a loss of billions of rupees to the national exchequer.
Source:The Nation
May 15, 2023 20:16 UTC
May 9 mayhem caused Rs6b loss: interim Punjab CM
The caretaker chief minister explained that ambulances, fire engines, Water Supply and Sewerage Authority (WASA) vehicles and container trucks were set on fire. The caretaker chief minister regretted that political activists had been turned into terrorists, saying this was a highly alarming situation. The caretaker chief minister informed the media that Section 144 had been imposed in Punjab and there was a complete ban on gatherings. Speaking on the occasion, the Punjab police chief said 2,135 people -- after their identification -- had been arrested across Punjab for the May 9 violence. Caretaker Punjab Information Minister Amir Mir, the chief secretary and information secretary were also present at the media talk.
Source:The Express Tribune
May 15, 2023 12:09 UTC
When Parineeti Chopra said she would never marry a politician
In a surprising turn of events, Bollywood actor Parineeti Chopra found her fairytale prince in Indian politician Raghav Chadha, despite previously expressing a firm stance against marrying someone from the political realm. After her engagement, an old interview has been making rounds on social media where the Hasee Toh Phasee actor stated that she’d never marry a politician. In a conversation with Bollywood Hungama, Parineeti said she will never marry a politician. I don't want to marry any politician ever," said Parineeti Chopra in a fun rapid-fire with me a few years back." I don't want to marry any politician ever," said @ParineetiChopra in a fun #RapidFire with me a few years back https://t.co/FMThcsHIwU pic.twitter.com/eQfizKS4ja — Faridoon Shahryar (@iFaridoon) April 2, 2023When asked about which politician she’d marry, the Ishqzaade actor simply said, “The problem is I don't want to marry any politician.
Source:The Express Tribune
May 15, 2023 11:10 UTC
Ambassador Haque advises Pakistani students to learn from China’s high-quality development
BEIJING - Pakistan Ambassador to China, Moin ul Haque has advised Pakistani students studying in Chinese universities to focus on their studies and learn from China’s high-quality development and progress. Speaking at ‘Students Forum’ held at the Pakistan Embassy in Beijing on Sunday, the Ambassador briefed the students about the significance of China-Pakistan bilateral relations and ongoing cooperation in diverse fields. Lauding their academic performance and achievements, the Ambassador advised the students to focus on their studies and learn from Chinese high-quality development and progress. Separately, in a tweet, the ambassador said that it was refressing to interact with Pakistani students in China at Students Forum held at Pakistan Embassy, China. The event was attended by over 200 Pakistani students studying in different Chinese universities.
Source:The Nation
May 15, 2023 02:14 UTC
Czech Republic values historical links, multifaceted collaboration with Pakistan: Envoy
“Pakistan’s exports to the Czech Republic are about four times higher than the Czech exports to Pakistan. Pakistani exports in textile, sportswear, foodstuff, and leather products were much higher. However, the embassy in Pakistan is working hard to ensure the bilateral trade exchange is more balanced as Pakistan has surplus exports,” Ambassador told APP during an exclusive interview. https://www.facebook.com/reel/259154789925523He said it was primarily due to introducing the GSP plus trade mechanism, which allowed Pakistani exports to the European Union. He declared the Czech Republic valued its historical links with Pakistan and enjoyed the multifaceted collaboration, adding that the two countries significantly developed their political, economic, and defence cooperation.
Source:Pakistan Today
May 14, 2023 22:27 UTC
HSSC annual exams 2023 to start on May 20
Rawalpindi-The Rawalpindi Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education (RBISE) has finalized all the arrangements for Higher Secondary School Certificate (HSSC) annual exams 2023 which would start in Rawalpindi division on May 20, Saturday. According to Chairman RBISE, Muhammad Adnan Khan, foolproof arrangements have been made for the HSSC annual exams. He informed that the board on the directives of Commissioner Rawalpindi Division Liaquat Ali Chatha, had made best possible arrangements for the exams. The district administration and the special branch would send lists to the commissioner office and the board office after completing the verification process. He said strict monitoring of the examination centers would be ensured by the board and the district administration.
Source:The Nation
May 14, 2023 22:18 UTC
Acts of kindness, compassion make Madina a ‘welcoming destination’
Not only did he guide me to my destination, but he also shared fascinating insights about the mosque’s history and significance. It was an incredible and enlightening experience.”Echoing these sentiments, a woman from Malaysia expressed her appreciation for Madina’s locals: “The people of Madina are incredibly welcoming and helpful. They willingly go out of their way to ensure that visitors feel comfortable and can navigate the city with ease. He said the exceptional display of generosity and compassion in Madina had not gone unnoticed as numerous visitors had lauded the local community for their hospitality and benevolence. Being a resident, the Saudi Press Attaché eloquently stated, “We embrace visitors from around the globe with open arms, as it is the way of sharing our culture and expressing love for Madina.
Source:Pakistan Today
May 14, 2023 20:37 UTC
Sanaullah asks nation to ‘minus’ Imran from politics with power of vote
ISLAMABAD: Federal Interior Minister Rana Sanaullah on Sunday said that Chairman Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf Imran Khan was pursuing politics of hatred and urged the public to minus him from politics by using power of the vote. The minister said that as per the court decision, Imran Khan cannot be arrested in any case including killing someone. The minister said that Imran Khan and his wife were trustees of Al-Qadir Trust and both were accused of corruption ofRs. Imran Khan was saying that no one should ask questions about his corruption, he remarked. To a question, he said that PTI Chairman Imran Khan could be arrested again if investigating agency found his involvement in the recent protests.
Source:The Nation
May 14, 2023 19:59 UTC
‘First requisite for progress of nation is unity in society’
IEEE International Multi-topic Conference, INMIC (International Conference on Emerging Technologies) is the flagship annual conference of the IEEE in Pakistan. Sir Syed University is a symbol of promoting education.” SSUET Chancellor Jawaid Anwar’s message stated: “The first requisite for the progress of a nation is brotherhood and unity among different sections of society.”He said: “This spirit of unity and collaboration was truly embodied in the INMIC 2023. Meritorious professor and chair of the IEEE Karachi Chapter, Prof Dr Bhawani Shankar Chowdhry, said: “Based on collaboration, cooperation and continuity, INMIC introduced a new dimension. The conference made Sir Syed University and Mehran University go global, achieving more than 10 projects.” INMIC is a gateway to so many other opportunities. Coordinator and Dean, Faculty of Electrical & Computer Engineering, Prof Dr Muhammad Aamir said INMIC has been a regular feature of Sir Syed University and Mehran University.
Source:The Nation
May 14, 2023 13:01 UTC
Our struggle is for recognition of Muhajir nation’s identity: Khalid Maqbool
Muttahida Qaumi Movement Pakistan (MQM-P) Convener Dr Khalid Maqbool Siddiqui has said that Pakistan is facing a situation of rapid changes at present and needed to adapt to those changes. In a statement issued on Saturday, he said the nations that could not change themselves became extinct. The MQM-P workers should know that the party’s movement was for the recognition of their identity, he said. If MQM-P workers felt ashamed of their identity, nothing could be done, he remarked. He recalled that Pakistan Peoples Party founder Zulfikar Ali Bhutto had more support from Punjab than Sindh when he came into power.
Source:The Nation
May 14, 2023 12:59 UTC
Pakistan's democracy at 'all-time low': Imran
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) chief Imran Khan has said that Pakistan’s democracy is at an “all-time low” and that the government is “petrified” of elections. In an exclusive interview with Sky News on Saturday, the ousted prime minister said, "Democracy is at an all-time low. He also stated that the ruling coalition fears being “wiped out” which is why they want to delay elections. In his first interview since he was bailed, Imran Khan has claimed democracy in Pakistan is at "an all-time low". Talking about the violent protest in his interview, the deposed premier condemned “all violence”.
Source:The Express Tribune
May 14, 2023 11:44 UTC
Bilawal takes a dig at PTI chairman
PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari on Saturday said his party had faced terrorists and in comparison, PTI Chairman Imran Khan was almost nothing. The PPP chairman termed the fresh local government elections as “historic”. The PPP chairman expressed his gratitude to the people of Sindh for his party’s victory throughout the province, including Karachi. The PPP chairman said the local government elections in Karachi were only a sign of developments to come. The PPP chairman paid tributes to the martyrs, whose sacrifices had made it possible for the party to achieve so much.
Source:The Express Tribune
May 14, 2023 05:15 UTC