LAHORE - Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif Thursday termed May 9 a dark chapter of national history stressing the need for bringing the anti-Pakistan plotters to justice. “The nation will neither forget nor forgive May 9,” said chief minister in her message on the day. Madam chief minister said that the conspiracy and the perpetrators who weakened the national institution have been exposed. Meanwhile, talking to the media at Jinnah House, Maryam Nawaz said those who committed such heinous acts cannot be branded as political people in any way. We cannot talk with a terrorist party,” said Maryam.
Source:The Nation
May 10, 2024 08:00 UTC
As per sources who are key decision-makers in the power bureaucracy, those solar power users who already have net metering systems installed will not be subject to any changes in rates. “Firstly, those users who already have solar panels installed, they will not be subject to paying any additional taxes on these panels. Secondly, any reduction in the rate at which government buys back excess electricity that consumers feed back into the grid (net metering), will not apply to those who are already using net metering”, said a source from power division. Since the new government has come into power, there has been a lot of talk and rumors about the government overhauling the solar energy policy from 2015, particularly with regards to the net metering, a move that would significantly reduce the advantage to both commercial and residential consumers. According to Pakistan’s latest Indicative Generation Capacity Expansion Plan, the target is to achieve 1,920MW of rooftop solar capacity by 2026.
Source:Pakistan Today
May 10, 2024 03:56 UTC
MOSCOW - President Vladimir Putin warned on Thursday that his nuclear forces were “always” on alert and that Russia would not tolerate any threats from the West. Our strategic forces are always on alert,” Putin said, addressing the Victory Day parade. The Victory Day parade is held on Red Square, featuring columns of Russian military equipment, including advanced missiles and air defence systems, as well as thousands of military personnel. Eight world leaders were scheduled to attend Thursday’s parade, Russian state-media reported this week, citing a Kremlin aide. Putin ‘s Victory Day address comes as his troops make advances in Ukraine and just after he took oath for an unprecedented fifth term.
Source:The Nation
May 10, 2024 01:30 UTC
"The nation will neither forget nor forgive May 9,” said Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif in her message on the day. She added, “May 9 is a dark chapter of our national history. The authoritarians, in their lust for power, did what even the enemy could not do. Those who desecrate martyrs do not even know about their exalted status.”She vowed to never let May 9 happen again. She said the mastermind’s children were sitting in London, while the children of the nation were put on trial in prisons and courts.
Source:The Nation
May 09, 2024 22:52 UTC
The Lucknow Super Giants suffered a significant loss to the Sunrisers Hyderabad on May 8, which did not sit well with team owner Sanjiv Goenka. He was seen in a heated exchange with team captain KL Rahul on the field. The team’s poor showing, particularly from the LSG bowlers and top-order batsmen, during the IPL game at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium left fans disheartened. Nevertheless, the public censure of KL Rahul by Goenka sparked significant outrage among supporters. Hyderabad openers Travis Head and Abhishek Sharma swiftly met this target in just 9.4 overs, securing a decisive 10-wicket win for their team.
Source:Pakistan Today
May 09, 2024 21:47 UTC
Rescue teams quickly arrived at the scene and managed to control the fire with no loss of life reported. Despite concerns about immigration operations, inbound international flights continued to arrive at Lahore airport without any diversions. Moreover, the incident caused delays in several Hajj and international flights. The CAA announced that international flights were still operating from the domestic departure lounge, accommodating both Hajj and international flights through domestic facilities. The Ministry disclosed that the flight operation for Hajj 2024 would start on May 9 and continue until June 9.
Source:Pakistan Today
May 09, 2024 21:07 UTC
This devious strategy targets a broad range of people, such as journalists, human rights activists, political dissidents, and members of racial or religious minorities. Targeted killings, kidnappings, and retaliation against family members are some of the most severe examples of transnational persecution. Particularly, India has been the subject of accusations of transnational persecution recently; in November 2023, the U.S. Department of Justice unveiled an indictment. He highlighted the intimidation strategies used against journalists and the risky extension of this repression to target Indian religious communities abroad. This report sheds light on how the government is using these laws to discriminate against religious minorities.
Source:The Patriot
May 09, 2024 18:56 UTC
Naveed Hussain, Chief Editor of The Express Tribune, emphasised the necessity of a judicial probe during a discussion on the "Experts" talk show on Express News. Khan scrutinised the DG ISPR's news conference, highlighting a notable shift in focus from discussing terrorism to addressing the May 9 incidents. He pointed out apparent contradictions in the DG ISPR's statements regarding the justice system and reiterated the urgency of a judicial inquiry into the matter. Contrary to Khan's stance, Amir Ilyas Rana, Express News Bureau Chief in Islamabad, asserted coherence in the DG ISPR's statements. He clarified the DG ISPR's position on the necessity of a judicial commission, stressing that the circumstances surrounding the May 9 incidents were clear and transparent.
Source:The Express Tribune
May 09, 2024 18:15 UTC
Bollywood actress Alia Bhatt’s saree in the world’s biggest fashion event Met Gala 2024 is being talked about a lot. However, access to the Met Gala is not possible for everyone and celebrities have to pay a hefty sum to walk the museum’s red carpet. According to reports, a ticket to the Met Gala costs around $75,000, while a full table starts at $350,000. So did Alia Bhatt pay $75,000 (roughly INR 6.3 lakh) to walk the red carpet at the Met Gala? It should be noted that Alia Bhatt has attended the Met Gala for the second time.
Source:The Patriot
May 09, 2024 17:32 UTC
Nearly three years after the devastating crowd crush at Travis Scott's Astroworld Festival claimed the lives of ten concertgoers, event promoter Live Nation has settled nine of the ten wrongful death lawsuits filed after the tragedy. As these settlements are being finalized, the Justice Department announced its intention last month to sue Live Nation for antitrust violations. The lawsuit is expected to claim that Live Nation "has leveraged its dominance in a way that undermined competition for ticketing events," resulting in a near-monopoly in the live events industry. During a pretrial hearing on May 8, Live Nation representatives confirmed settlements in nine of the ten wrongful death cases. Several lawsuits were consolidated for pretrial hearings, involving defendants such as Apple, Live Nation, Travis Scott, and various subcontractors.
Source:The Nation
May 09, 2024 15:52 UTC
The bodies of the seven labourers, who were killed near Gwadar a day earlier, arrived at Edhi mortuary Soharab GothAPP87-090524KARACHI, May 09 APP88-090524KARACHI, May 09 - The bodies of the seven labourers, who were killed near Gwadar a day earlier, arrived at Edhi mortuary Soharab Goth. APP/SDQ/TZD
Source:The Nation
May 09, 2024 15:51 UTC
Nation to neither forget nor forgive May 9: Punjab CMPunjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif says the nation will neither forget nor forgive May 9. In her message regarding May 9, Maryam Nawaz Sharif said it is necessary to bring the plotters against Pakistan to justice. She said those who violated the dignity of the country and the nation for the sake of politics cannot be forgiven. The CM said those who desecrate the martyrs do not know their spiritual status. She vowed to never let May 9 like incidents happen again.
Source:The Nation
May 09, 2024 12:57 UTC
MULTAN - Women police station Multan on Wednesday arrested seven accused including a constable on their alleged involvement in two gang rape cases. They also shot video and threatened to share it on social media platforms if she did not pay Rs100,000 to them. The women police station that operates inside VAWC had registered case against the accused under sections 365-B/375A/386/292 PPC on April 24. Women police had registered an FIR and arrested the two accused. CPO Multan Sadiq Ali said he took notice of the two rape incidents and had deputed special teams under supervision of SSP Operations Arsalan Zahid for immediate arrest of the accused.
Source:The Nation
May 09, 2024 12:54 UTC
FAISALABAD - A teenager sister was shot dead over domestic dispute in the area of Nishatabad police station, here on Wednesday. Over this issue, an altercation occurred on Tuesday night between Saira and her brother Samuel Masih who got enraged and shot dead his sister on the spot. A couple of days ago, Haris went missing and his body was found from a local hotel situated at Chiniot Bazaar. Blind murder traced, two arrestedSandal Bar police on Wednesday claimed to have traced out a blind murder and arrested two accused. The accused with his accomplice Tajamul shot Hameed dead and threw his body near Motorway Chak No 58-JB Lehlan.
Source:The Nation
May 09, 2024 12:44 UTC