Imran calls for ‘inflation protest’ on Sunday
Former prime minister Imran Khan urged the people on Thursday to take to the streets on Sunday to stage a “peaceful demonstration” against rising inflation, particularly the massive increase in the prices of petroleum products. “I am inviting the entire nation for a peaceful protest against inflation on Sunday (June 19) at 9pm. I invite trade unions, professionals, doctors, engineers, clerks, and government workers to take to the streets,” the former prime minister said. Also read: Imran invites lawyers to join 'real freedom movement'Imran dilated at length on the events leading to the no-confidence motion against him. By then the no-confidence motion had not been tabled in the National Assembly, he added.
Source:The Nation
June 17, 2022 17:59 UTC
Fort Missoula to hold Juneteenth celebration
MISSOULA, Mont. - Throughout the week, the Missoula community's recognized the 125th anniversary of the all-black 25th infantry, the Buffalo Soldiers, and their historical bike ride from Missoula to St. Louis. Looking ahead, the festivities will close out this Sunday with a Juneteenth celebration, honoring the end of slavery.
Source:The Express Tribune
June 17, 2022 17:14 UTC
Notices issued on petition seeking Aamir Liaquat’s autopsy
The judicial magistrate (East) in Karachi has issued notices to the legal heirs of popular televangelist Aamir Liaquat Hussain and police officials on a petition seeking autopsy of the lawmaker who was found dead at his residence earlier this month. The hearing of the case was held at Karachi City Court on the petition of a citizen, Abdul Ahad on Friday. Barrister Arsalan Raja, counsel for the petitioner, stated that Aamir Liaquat died under mysterious circumstances at his residence in Karachi earlier this month. The sudden death of Aamir Liaquat has raised suspicions among his fans and it was suspected that he was killed over a property dispute. A petition was filed in the court of judicial magistrate (East) on June 15 seeking autopsy of the late politician.
Source:The Express Tribune
June 17, 2022 16:27 UTC
Change your habits, govt tells nation after petrol price hike
“We can control the price hike through internal measures, such as austerity. - Advertisement -The minister beseeched the masses to adopt austerity as it was the only solution at the moment amid limited available resources. The defence minister pointed out that if Ukraine-Russia war ended then the fuel prices would nosedive and that would benefit our economy. While lambasting the fuel hoarders, Asif said the profiteers who exploit economic crisis and problems of the poor started stockpiling amid decision of fuel price hike. If we had delayed price increase for a month than it might cost Rs 100 to 120 billion a month to the national exchequer.
Source:The Nation
June 17, 2022 11:48 UTC
A budget no one wanted
Federal budget 2022-23 is a budget no one in the country wanted. The replacing coalition tried playing the just-arrived card and announced relief measures even before the budget and even more in the budget. It now makes sense why the budget presented in the Parliament has been declared ‘Provisional’ and the ‘Final’ numbers are to be presented during the session. While the IMF expects deceleration in an overheated economy, The Budget in Brief talks of ‘a growth budget’. The budget makers themselves are projecting FBR taxes share in GDP to increase marginally from 8.96% in FY22 to 9% in FY23.
Source:The Express Tribune
June 17, 2022 11:11 UTC
Pakistan Army: Hope for Pakistan in FATF – Latest News – The Nation
With 26 countries placed in FATF’s grey list, Pakistan stands out as the most significant country owing to its geopolitical standing, nuclear capability and one of the strongest militaries in the region. FATF posited Pakistan with a 27-point agenda to combat money laundering and terror financing to avoid being blacklisted in FATF. Since being placed in FATF’s grey list, the Government of Pakistan in cooperation with Pakistan Army has been working tirelessly to undertake concrete steps in implementation of FATF’s action plan. Pakistan Army and state institutions averted terrorist attacks alongside presenting a fortified case for Pakistan’s exit from the grey list. On achieving the milestone of complying with the 27 points of FATF, Pakistan Army has played a significant role in foiling Indian attempts of blacklisting Pakistan and has endeavoured great contributions in helping Pakistan exit from FATF’s grey list.
Source:The Nation
June 17, 2022 07:38 UTC
Sikh yatrees attend ‘Akhand Bhog Sahib’
LAHORE – Thousands of Sikh yatrees from across the world attended ‘Akhand Bhog Sahib’ rites to mark martyrdom day of Guru Arjun Dev G at Gurdwara Shri Dera sahib here on Thursday. 144 Sikh yatrees, including Sikhs from Canada, United Kingdom (UK) and the United States (US) had travelled from India to attend Jorr Mela. A 16-member Raagi group led by Sardar Sukhwinder Singh, 144 Indian Sikh yatrees and a large number of pilgrims from Pakistan attended the ceremony. The chairman ETPB wished that more and more Sikh yatrees arrive from the neighbouring India and perform their religious rites at the shrines and gurdwaras. Pakistan Sikh Gurdwara Parbhandak Committee and ETPB officials presented rose garlands and gifts to the visiting Sikh yatrees.
Source:The Nation
June 17, 2022 07:35 UTC
Pakistan — born in confusion?
So, how was Pakistan to become a nation-state with no major ethnic nationality, rather a state joining several diverse ethnicities, in the name of one religious identity? And the uniting force, the basis for identity politics, that could be played was a Hindu majority, calling for the Subcontinent to be freed as Hindustan! There were two majority nations in the Subcontinent, Muslims and Hindus — and the Muslims needed to be free not only of the British but also of the Hindus. So, the question is: was Pakistan born in a state of confusion? Was there a reason why there were no ‘young movements’ in the Subcontinent when they had reached right up to Afghanistan as the ‘Young Afghans’.
Source:The Nation
June 17, 2022 04:40 UTC
Unclear Economic Situation
After the last price hike in fuel products, it is clear that the government is attempting to do all it can to bring the IMF bailout programme back. There are reports that while the fuel price hike was necessary, there is a tussle on fuel tariffs that both sides have not been able to agree on. The IMF is reportedly not happy with the government’s decision to reduce the maximum tax rate to 32.5 percent from its original 35. This, and the reduction of slabs from 12 to 7 will also likely be a part of the discussions being carried out. The next few weeks will be crucial as details of the discussions between the government and the IMF get clearer.
Source:The Nation
June 17, 2022 04:25 UTC
Pakistan take on India in ITF 12&U Asia final
LAHORE-Pakistan will take on arch-rival India in the finals of the ITF Asia 12&Under Team Competition-South Asia Zone at Kathmandu, Nepal on Friday. In the first boys’ singles, Hamza Ali Rizwan outsmarted MD Rajib by 6-2, 6-0 while the second boys’ singles match saw Abubakar Talha outclassing Kabbo Gayen by 6-1, 6-1. In the boys’ doubles, Pakistani pair of Omar Jawad and Abubakar Talha overwhelmed the Bangladeshi duo of MD Rajib and Kabbo Gayen by 6-1, 6-1. Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, hosts Nepal, Maldives, Bhutan and India are participating in the event. Muhammad Abid is the captain of Pakistan team while the team members are Abubakar Talha, Hamza Ali Rizwan and Omar Jawad.
Source:The Nation
June 17, 2022 03:22 UTC
Imran Khan announces countrywide protest on Sunday against fuel price hike
Former prime minister and Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) chairman Imran Khan has announced a countrywide protest on Sunday against rising inflation and hike in prices of petroleum products. In a video message on Thursday, he called on the masses to hold a countrywide protest on Sunday at 9 pm against the ‘rising inflation’ and petrol price hike. Regarding inflation, Imran Khan remarked that all political parties staged protests during his tenure against inflation to criticise us [PTI government] for rising inflation and incompetence. “During our three-and-a-half-year tenure, the petrol price increased by Rs50 only and was being sold at Rs150 per litre. “International Monetary Fund (IMF) had asked us to end subsidies, but we provided relief to the people from rising inflation.”
Source:The Nation
June 17, 2022 03:01 UTC
Smithville's Weers wins Class 3 defensive player of year
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June 17, 2022 00:15 UTC
Imran invites nation to take to streets, hold 'peaceful demonstrations' on Sunday against inflation
In a recorded video message, Imran warned that inflation would soar even higher in days to come if the nation "kept sitting idly". "I am inviting the entire nation for a peaceful protest against inflation. I invite trade unions, professionals, doctors, engineers, clerks, and government workers to take to the streets," appealed the ex-PM. Imran said the nation remembers the narrative of the incumbent government leaders when they were in the opposition and used to critique inflation. The former premier warned that a further hike in diesel prices would wreak an "economic havoc" in the country.
Source:The Nation
June 16, 2022 23:45 UTC
Pakistani Ulema to visit Kabul in a bid to ‘soften’ TTP
The 13-member delegation would comprise religious scholars from renowned seminaries of country and it would be travelling to the Afghan capital within a few days, according to sources. The Ulema delegation would have a face-to-face meeting with the TTP leadership in Kabul. Also read: Pakistan, Afghanistan and Pakistani TalibanThe Ulema would also seek to enlist the help of Sirajuddin Haqqani, the interim interior minister of Afghanistan, to make the truce more effective. However, Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari and his party say parliament should be taken into confidence on this new initiative. A spokesperson for the TTP has also confirmed to The Express Tribune that a delegation of Pakistani religious scholars would be travelling to Kabul soon for a meeting with the TTP leaders.
Source:The Express Tribune
June 16, 2022 23:39 UTC
Health Highlights: June 16, 2022
The panel's recommendations will now go to the FDA, which is expected to approve the use of the vaccines this week. Read moreStorms cause delay in reopening of Abbott baby formula plant. From 2010 to 2018, the price of brand-name epilepsy drugs, including meds like Vimpat (lacosamide), rose 277% overall, researchers found. Rates are rising more slowly in states that have expanded Medicaid under the Affordable Care Act (ACA), a new study finds. More Americans in mental health crisis may be getting the care they need, researchers suggest.
Source:The Express Tribune
June 16, 2022 21:36 UTC