Old prices in old Pakistan
Finally, opposition parties have formed their government and successfully removed the PTI-led government but it is now time to see whether the present government formed by the then opposition parties would do for what they had been criticizing the PTI-led government which includes primarily inflation such as increasing prices of flour, ghee, fuel charges, medicines and etc. If increasing prices of these things were not justified by the previous government then the present government should immediately reduce the prices as it was before in old Pakistan as we have now returned to old Pakistan claims by the present government. It is rightly said that it is very easy to say something than practically do it. Let us see how they reduce the prices of fuel charges, medicines and other commodities and tackle inflation. It is hardly seen that any Assistant Commissioner visits vegetables and fruits carts in a metropolis especially in the evening an hour before Iftar to ascertain whether vegetables and fruits sellers are selling their goods as per the prices set by the government or not.
Source:The Nation
May 28, 2022 09:08 UTC
Musadiq Malik gets nation ready for electric shock
An increase in electricity tariff would follow fuel price adjustment through withdrawal of subsidies under principles agreed to with the International Monetary Fund (IMF), Minister of State for Petroleum Musadiq Malik said on Friday. He said at a news conference that Finance Minister Miftah Ismail had very skillfully finalised conditions with the IMF in recent negotiations. The minister said Pakistan has committed to ending global subsidies that are equally available to the rich and the poor. Pakistan’s ambassador in Moscow approached the Russian energy ministry, but did not get a response either on cheaper oil or gas, said Mr Malik. He said PTI was also spreading disinformation about purported cheaper Indian oil prices following the Russian deal.
Source:The Nation
May 28, 2022 07:25 UTC
Djokovic, Nadal cruise into French Open 4th round
Reigning champion Novak Djokovic crushed Slovenia’s Aljaz Bedene in straight sets on Friday to reach the French Open fourth round. Djokovic swept aside Bedene 6-3, 6-3, 6-2 to set up a clash with Argentina’s Diego Schwartzman. The win kept Djokovic, a 20-time Grand Slam champion with two French Open titles, on course for a possible quarterfinal encounter with 13-time Roland Garros winner Rafael Nadal. Nadal cruised into the fourth round with a 6-3, 6-2, 6-4 victory over Dutch opponent Botic van de Zandschulp on Friday. Nadal, who lost to Djokovic in last year’s semifinal, will take on Canada’s Felix Auger-Aliassime in the next round.
Source:The Nation
May 28, 2022 07:01 UTC
Yaum-e-Takbeer: Nation reaffirms its resolve to the defence of Pakistan
ISLAMABAD, Pakistan: Today the nation is observing the 24th anniversary of Pakistan’s nuclear tests conducted in 1998 in response to the testing of nuclear weapons by India. In paying tribute to its scientists, engineers and technicians in ensuring Pakistan’s security, the nation also deeply appreciates the contributions of Pakistan’s nuclear programme to the country’s socio-economic development. Today in 1998, PM Nawaz Sharif rejected pressures & inducements in a bold show of leadership & made Pakistan nuclear power of the world. The Pakistan Center of Excellence in Nuclear Security (PCENS) is an IAEA-recognized Center of Excellence imparting international trainings in nuclear security. Pakistan looks forward to further expanding its international collaborations in the peaceful uses of nuclear technology and sharing its expertise with other Countries including in nuclear regulatory matters.
Source:The Nation
May 28, 2022 06:22 UTC
Three PPP senators refrain from voting on electoral reforms
Three PPP senators -- Raza Rabbani, Farooq H Naek and Mustafa Nawaz Khokhar -- on Friday did not vote on two significant legislation -- the Elections (Amendment) Bill, 2022 and the National Accountability (Second Amendment) Bill 2021 – despite their presence in the upper house of parliament. Talking to The Express Tribune, Senator Naek confirmed that they did not vote on the two bills related to amendments to the accountability law and electoral reforms as they have some reservations. Read more: Govt closer to electoral reforms after Senate passes amended billIt has been learnt that these senators believed that there should have been a much broader legislation on electoral reforms rather than reversing the amendments made by previous government. Also read: Govt plans to 'dodge' president for approval of Elections Amendment BillSenator Naek’s bill on amendments to the accountability law is already pending in the Senate committee. Political analysts believe that there should be consensus on the legislation related to the accountability law as well as electoral reforms.
Source:The Express Tribune
May 28, 2022 03:31 UTC
At NRA convention, Trump says he mourns those killed in the Uvalde massacre
Associated PressThe National Rifle Association begins its annual convention in Houston on Friday, and leaders of the powerful gun-rights lobbying group are gearing up to “reflect on” — and deflect any blame for — the deadly shooting earlier this week of 19 children and two teachers at an elementary school in Uvalde, Texas. Former President Donald Trump and other leading Republicans are scheduled to address the three-day firearms marketing and advocacy event, which is expected to draw protesters fed up with gun violence. While President Joe Biden and Democrats in Congress have renewed calls for stricter gun laws, NRA board member Phil Journey said the focus should be on better mental health care and trying to prevent gun violence.
Source:The Express Tribune
May 28, 2022 00:19 UTC
Pakistan-West Indies ODI series shifted to Multan
Pakistan and West Indies ODI series has been shifted to Multan from Rawalpindi. Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) will be announcing the news on Friday evening. As per details, the government of Pakistan has allowed the cricket body to shift the series to Multan following the political unrest in the country. West Indies team will arrive in Pakistan on June 5 to play three-match ODI series. The first ODI will be played on June 8 and there are no restrictions on following the bio-secure bubble.
Source:The Nation
May 27, 2022 23:06 UTC
Pakistan, Indian diplomats clash at UN over Kashmir
Pakistan Permanent Representative to the UN Munir Akram told an open Council debate that the crime-terrorist nexus varied across different contexts. PHOTO: APP/FILEPakistani and Indian diplomats engaged into a verbal duel at the United Nations on Wednesday on the Kashmir dispute, particularly the life sentence given to prominent Kashmiri leader and Jammu and Kashmir Liberation Front (JKLF) Chairman Yasin Malik. Reacting to the Pakistani envoy’s statement, Indian representative Vidisha Maitra claimed that Jammu and Kashmir was an integral part of India. “Only an occupier will oppose the implementation of Security Council resolutions that promise self-determination to the people of the disputed Jammu and Kashmir,” he said. “The conviction and sentencing today by an Indian kangaroo court of the Kashmiri leader, Yasin Malik, is the latest illustration of Indian oppression,” he said.
Source:The Express Tribune
May 27, 2022 21:30 UTC
PM unveils Rs28bn relief package
In a bid to cushion the impact of his government’s decision to withdraw subsidies on fuel, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced on Friday a new relief package of Rs28 billion per month to “protect the poor from the impact of inflation”. “We are launching a new relief package worth Rs28 billion per month to save the poor people from the burden of rising petrol and diesel prices,” the prime minister told the nation. This relief package will be made part of the next budget," he said. He stressed that former prime minister Imran Khan was removed from power on public demand and through democratic means. He said the former prime minister for the sake of his nefarious political designs, came up with the story of a false foreign letter.
Source:The Nation
May 27, 2022 18:35 UTC
ECP announces schedule for second phase of LG election in Sindh
ECP announces schedule for second phase of LG election in SindhThe Election Commission has announced the schedule for the second phase of local body elections in Sindh under which elections in Karachi and Hyderabad divisions will be held on July 24. According to the notification issued by the Election Commission, nomination papers for the local body elections can be obtained and submitted from June 8 to 10. The provisional list of candidates will be published on June 13, while the candidates papers will be scrutinized from June 15 to 17,2022. The appeals of disqualified candidates will be heard from June 18 to June 22 and the election tribunal will decide on these appeals on June 25, the notification stated. After publication of the final list on June 28, the election symbols will be allotted to the candidates on June 29 while polling will be held on July 24.
Source:The Nation
May 27, 2022 18:29 UTC
Sericulture to boost farmers’ income
Aslam’s income came from raising silkworms. It took 45 days from buying silkworm eggs to hatching, silking and selling cocoons. With the improvement of farmers’ skills in raising silkworms, cocoon production is expected to double. For silkworm farmers, in addition to silkworm, mulberry tree is another key factor for raising silkworms. The Sericulture, Forest Department Punjab has introduced Chinese mulberry trees.
Source:The Express Tribune
May 27, 2022 14:07 UTC
PM to address nation today: Marriyum
ISLAMABAD: Minister for Information and Broadcasting Marriyum Aurangzeb on Friday announced that Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif would address the nation tonight. In a tweet, she said that during address to the nation, the PM would announce the policy decisions of the coalition government on important issues facing the country. PTV would broadcast the Prime Minister’s address at 8 pm, she said.
Source:The Nation
May 27, 2022 13:37 UTC
Rs28 billion relief package for the poor will be part of next budget, says PM Shehbaz
ISLAMABAD – Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said on Friday his government would launch a relief package of Rs28 billion per month "to protect the poor from the burden of petrol and diesel price hike". Under the relief package, he said, 14 million poor families or 85 million people would get Rs2000 per family. "This relief package will be added in the next budget," the premier said. PM Shehbaz said his government's move to increase fuel prices was necessary to save Pakistan from bankruptcy. Shehbaz said Pakistan was burdened with Rs20,000 billion debt by the previous rulers and the current fiscal year's budget deficit stood at Rs5,600 billion.
Source:The Nation
May 27, 2022 12:06 UTC
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif will address nation tonight
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif will address nation tonightMinister for Information and Broadcasting, Marriyum Aurangzeb says Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif will address the nation on Friday night. In a tweet, she said the Prime Minister will announce the policy decisions of coalition government on the important issues. She said Pakistan Television will air the address live.
Source:The Nation
May 27, 2022 11:52 UTC
Relief package: PM Shahbaz Sharif to address nation today
Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif. The News/FileISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif will address the nation today and is expected to announce a relief package for the poor sections of the society, Geo News reported Friday. The sources said that Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif will apprise the nation on the future course of action of the government and he is also expected to announce a relief package. “In contrast, India, a strategic ally of the US, has managed to reduce fuel prices by PKR 25/litre by buying cheaper oil from Russia. “It would be appropriate to accompany the phasing out of general fuel subsidy with the introduction of targeted subsidy for the most deserving.
Source:The Nation
May 27, 2022 10:20 UTC