Pakistan to experience dust, thunder storms, rain during Eid holidays
The Met Office has forecast dust raising winds and dust storm in Karachi and adjoining districts in Sindh on Monday (today), a day ahead of Eid, which falls on Tuesday. A westerly wave entering in Balochistan will bring dust-thunderstorm and rain in Sukkur, Larkana, Dadu, Jacobabad, Shikarpur and Kambar-Shahdadkot districts of Sindh, weather department said. Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) predicted that dust storm may also occur in Karachi, Hyderabad, Thatta, Badin, Mirpurkhas and Umerkot districts during Eid days. The Upper Punjab, including Lahore, Islamabad, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Kashmir region could also receive rainfall during the Eid holidays. Dust storm and light rainfall may occur in Lahore and outskirts during the Eid holidays, according to the circular.
Source:The Nation
May 02, 2022 11:18 UTC
Pakistan reports 40 COVID-19 cases, one death in 24 hours
Pakistan has reported one death in the last 24 hours by novel coronavirus as the number of positive cases has risen to 1,528,502. The nationwide tally of fatalities has jumped to 30,372 on Monday. According to the latest figures by the National Institute of Health (NIH), at least 40 persons were tested positive for COVID-19 across the country in the past 24 hours. Pakistan has conducted 16,165 tests in the past 24 hours out of which 40 persons were tested positive for the disease. The COVID Positivity Ratio was recorded at 0.25 percent.
Source:The Nation
May 02, 2022 08:37 UTC
How to get economy moving again?
Sanchez said that the economy was doing well and growth would probably be closer to what Pakistani authorities had an-nounced. Like Sri Lanka, Pakistan’s annual bill for oil imports amounts to around 60% of its foreign exchange reserves. This makes our economy very vulnerable to Brent crude prices as we constantly borrow in dollars to finance energy imports. This hurts the overall economy in the long run, and we see increasing inequality, declining foreign exchange reserves and rising current account deficit (CAD). Line losses of DISCOs are as much as a structural problem as they are a behavioural problem.
Source:The Express Tribune
May 02, 2022 07:22 UTC
Ashrafi lashes out at ‘PTI workers’ for Madina incident
Prime Minister’s Special Representative for Interfaith Harmony and Middle East Hafiz Tahir Mehmood Ashrafi on Sunday accused PTI workers of violating the sanctity of Masjid-e-Nabwi (PBUH) by raising slogans during the recent visit of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to Saudi Arabia. He said when the delegation of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif arrived at the Prophet’s mosque to pay respects at the Roza-e-Rasool (PBUH), the “politically sick” people chanted full-throat indecent slogans violating the reverence of the sacred place. He claimed that the PTI workers manhandled Federal Minister for Narcotics Control Nawabzada Shazain Bugti and misbehaved with Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Mariyyum Aurangzeb. He said he had no personal agenda but the sanctity of Roza-e-Rasool (PBUH) would not be compromised at all costs. Also read: FIR lodged against Imran, others under blasphemy laws over incident at Masjid-e-NabwiHe said the prime minister and his team had forgiven those who misbehaved with them but the law would take its course.
Source:The Express Tribune
May 01, 2022 23:03 UTC
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How a flurry of trades by new GM Ryan Poles gave the Chicago Bears more swings in the NFL draft
At some point Saturday, Chicago Bears general manager Ryan Poles transformed from a patient NFL draft observer into a frenzied deal broker. A little while later, the Buffalo Bills called with interest in the Bears’ first of two picks in Round 5. Once again, the Bears backpedaled down the Round 5 draft order while adding more picks. AdvertisementExpand Autoplay Image 1 of 17 A fan attempts a field goal during an NFL draft party at Soldier Field, April 29, 2022. That was kind of the thought process.”[ NFL draft tracker: Here are all 11 Chicago Bears picks, from Kyler Gordon to Trenton Gill ]Who knows what any of it actually means?
Source:The Express Tribune
May 01, 2022 22:23 UTC
Traditional Chitral cape – a must with a new clothes in Chitral
CHITRAL – People of Chitral have to buy Chitrali cape, vests and robes when they buy new clothes and shoes on the occasion of Eid or any festival and happiness, said an old man Kiramat Ullah, sitting in a 60-year-old shop in Shahi Bazaar of District Chitral while selling Chitrali Pakool on Sunday. The people of Chitral, on the occasion of Eid, big or small, wear new clothes and shoes as well as Chitrali hats or Chitrali Pakool, vests, coats, robes which they wear on Eid day along with new clothes. It is part of their tradition that whenever they buy new clothes, the Chitrali Pakool will surely be part of it, Karamat Ullah said. Later, people all over the world wear Chitrali hats and robes with great enthusiasm. Wearing these hand-made Chitral garments not only enhances the beauty and elegance of a person but also protects them from the effects of the weather.
Source:The Nation
May 01, 2022 19:23 UTC
Historic Jamia Masjid Rawalpindi faces acute water shortage, lack of ETBP’s patronage
ISLAMABAD – The historic 120-year-old Markazi Jamia Masjid of Rawalpindi is facing an acute water shortage and a lack of patronage from the Evacuee Property Trust Board (ETBP) as the maintenance and basic amenities were managed on a self-help basis. He informed that the mosque was an irresistible tourist attraction and religious spot as people in swathes gather at Jamia Masjid to offer Eid and Jumma prayers. “Jamia Masjid needs to be given due attention to keep it preserved for the coming generations,” said Khalid Bhatti a faithful observing Eitekaf during Ramzan for the past 35 years. He told that the mosque has a huge prayer area and dozens of people used to observe Eitekaf at the Jamia Masjid but due to the post-pandemic situation the number has significantly dropped. “The architecture of Jamia Masjid resembles that of other grand mosques built by Mughal Emperors which also makes it a centre of attraction,” he added.
Source:The Nation
May 01, 2022 12:04 UTC
Moon sighting body to meet today
ISLAMABAD – The Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee will meet on Sunday for sighting the crescent of Shawal 1443 AH in the Ministry of Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony. The zonal and district Ruet-e-Hilal Committees’ meetings would be held at their respective headquarters in the meantime, said a ministry press release on Saturday. Ruet-e-Hilal Committee Chairman Maulana Syed Abdul Khabir Azad would announce the final decision about crescent sighting or otherwise subsequently on the basis of information received to that end.
Source:The Nation
May 01, 2022 06:34 UTC
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Long march in last week of May: Imran
PTI Chairman and former prime minister Imran Khan on Saturday announced that his party would hold a long march to Islamabad in the last week of May against an “imported government” that was imposed on the country in cahoots with foreign powers. In a video message, the former premier said that the decision to stage the long march was made in the PTI's core committee meeting. Imran, a cricket star-turned-politician, claimed that the US was behind his ouster from power, an assertion that Washington denies. In his letters to the CJP and president, Imran claimed that the summary contained proof that the vote of no confidence -- which saw him ousted on April 9 -- was part of a “foreign-funded conspiracy”. Imran called upon the SC and President Alvi to “live up” to the trust placed upon them to “protect the people of Pakistan from such foreign conspiracies”.
Source:The Nation
May 01, 2022 05:46 UTC
Public’s perception
When PM Imran Khan came into the government, the public was not happy in the first 2.5 years. They took lots of loans from foreign countries which is why our country is bankrupt. PM Khan kept on his endeavour to develop the country. Thus PM Khan took some useful actions which are admirable. Pm Imran Khan kept proving himself by his great effort and braveness.
Source:The Nation
May 01, 2022 05:06 UTC
HRCP’s Report
One of the most pressing contributions of the Human Rights Commission of Pakistan (HRCP) is the publication of its annual report on the state of human rights. The report maps out the existing problems regarding human rights and Pakistan’s compliance with UN treaties, the progress witnessed in the last year, and suggestions for improvement. Perhaps not surprisingly, 2021’s report, published this month, shows a deteriorating situation regarding human rights as per last year and outlines the disappointing performance goals in 2021. The report notes how the last year was exceptionally depressing regarding the state of human rights in Pakistan. Regarding forced conversions, for example, the report notes that documented at least 27 alleged forced conversions in Sindh in 2021, seven of which involved minors.
Source:The Nation
May 01, 2022 02:17 UTC
New York Jets 2022 Undrafted Free Agents Signings, News, and Updates
The 2022 NFL Draft ended early for the Jets today. These players officially become free agents and eligible to sign with any team. This might not be a particularly active undrafted free agent period for the Jets. By my count, the team has 80 players under contract currently, and we must add the 7 players drafted over the weekend. Of course the Jets could easily cut players at the bottom of the roster to clear room for undrafted free agents.
Source:The Nation
April 30, 2022 22:58 UTC
Major reshuffle in Punjab bureaucracy on the cards
Punjab Chief Minister Hamza Shahbaz Saturday summoned meeting of provincial bureaucracy soon after taking oath at Governor House. According to sources, a major reshuffle in the bureaucracy would be witnessed after Hamza Shahbaz takes over charge of the provincial government. On April 17, the Punjab governor cancelled the oath-taking ceremony due to the ruckus that took place in the assembly a day earlier during the CM election. Governor Punjab again refused to administer the oath and PML-N filed a third petition in LHC on Friday. The high court ordered the NA speaker to administer the oath to the Punjab CM-elect Hamza Shahbaz on Saturday at 11:30 am.
Source:The Nation
April 30, 2022 22:43 UTC
What Zyon McCollum does for the Buccaneers
The Buccaneers orchestrated a significant Day 3 trade Saturday, moving into the fifth round to select cornerback Zyon McCollum out of Sam Houston State at 157th overall. Zyon McCollum Athletic TestingBy several metrics, McCollum is one of the most dynamic physical specimens to ever play cornerback at the pro level. Zyon McCollum was drafted with pick 157 of round 5 in the 2022 draft class. Text I just got from an AFC assistant coach immediately after the Zyon McCollum pick: “That CB the Bucs got>>”“Long. Newest Buccaneer Zyon McCollum has everything the Bucs love in a corner.
Source:The Nation
April 30, 2022 21:54 UTC
Eidul Fitr to be marked in Saudi Arabia, UAE on Monday
The Shawwal crescent moon was not sighted in Saudi Arabia on Saturday, April 30, hence Eid Al Fitr will be on Monday, May 2, according to authorities. Tomorrow, May 1, will be the last day of Ramadan. Eid Al Fitr is marked on the first day of Shawwal – the month that comes after Ramadan in the Hijri calendar. Meanwhile, the UAE moon sighting committee is also set to make its official announcement.
Source:The Nation
April 30, 2022 19:31 UTC