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Lawmakers highlight critical issues from their respective areas

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ISLAMABAD, Apr 26 (APP): Lawmakers in the National Assembly raised various critical issues from their respective areas on Friday and called upon the government to take action to address them.

During a point of order, Mian Ghous Muhammad highlighted that approximately Rs. 20 billion is payable to sugarcane growers by sugar mills. He said that in Punjab, there is a law mandating mills to pay interest to farmers if payments are delayed.

He expressed concern that mill owners are not meeting their obligations and urged the government to ensure prompt payment to the growers.

Muhammad Iqbal Khan asked the government to address law and order challenges in his area, urging the federal government to enhance security measures and take care of the needs of internally displaced persons (IDPs).
Khalid Ahmed highlighted similar concerns about law and order in his constituency, appealing for federal intervention to improve the situation.

Agha Rafiullah Syed expressed disappointment over the absence of ministers in the house and said that government representatives must be present to address public concerns raised by members.

He stressed the importance of government representatives being available in the National Assembly to respond to the issues and queries brought forth by legislators on behalf of their constituents.

Riaz Fatyana acknowledged the Speaker’s directive to ensure ministerial presence and requested assistance from the Interior Ministry to facilitate Umrah visits for National Assembly members.

Jamal Shah Karar urged the government to combat inflation and alleviate the burden on the general public.

Sajid Khan advocated for scholarships for students in his area, as promised by the federal government.

Shaista Khan commended Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif for visiting the family of a customs officer who was killed and praised the compensation package announced in response.

Zartaj Gul highlighted the inadequate road infrastructure in her area, urging the Ministry of Communications to prioritize road construction to enhance safety and prevent accidents.

Miraz Ikhtiar Baig raised concerns about low gas pressure in his constituency.

Hameed Hussain emphasized the importance of improving law and order to promote tourism in his picturesque area.

Ejaz-ul-Haq addressed issues related to wheat production, particularly focusing on Bahawalpur’s agricultural potential, and called for the establishment of more Pakistan Agricultural Storage & Services Corporation Limited (PASSCO) offices in the region.

Pakistan pushes for stopping Israeli war machine to end Palestinians’ slaughter in Gaza

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UNITED NATIONS, Apr 26 (APP): Pakistan has called on the United Nations and the world community to consider “further measures” against Israel to secure a ceasefire in Gaza and an end to its “plausible genocide” of the Palestinian people in the besieged enclave.

Speaking in the United Nations Security Council’s ministerial-level debate on the Middle East situation, Ambassador Usman Jadoon, deputy permanent representative of Pakistan to the UN, did not specify the measures but pointed out that Israel’s war in Gaza has spread the conflict to adjacent regions and further escalation must be prevented.

“Yet, unless Israel’s war machine is stopped from further slaughter in Gaza, there is an ever-present danger that war and violence will spread and possibly engulf the entire Middle East and beyond,” the Pakistani envoy said.

“Today,” he went on to say that the 15-member Council has “three urgent responsibilities – to halt Israel’s genocidal war in Gaza; to prevent the further spread and escalation of war; and to revive the peace process towards a two-State solution to establish durable peace and security in the Middle East.

Addressing the regional ramifications of the Gaza conflict, Ambassador Jadoon cautioned against the conflict’s spread to neighbouring areas such as the West Bank, Lebanon, Syria, Iraq, Yemen, and Iran. He urged all parties to exercise restraint to prevent further escalation.

Ambassador Jadoon also underscored the timeliness of Palestine’s re-submitted application for UN membership, which, he said, is in accordance with regional initiatives advocating for a two-State solution.

Expressing disappointment over the UN Security Council veto on Algeria’s draft resolution for Palestine’s full UN membership, he pointed to the overwhelming support signalling Palestine’s rightful place in the international community.

Ambassador Jadoon reaffirmed Pakistan’s unwavering support for Palestine’s quest for self-determination, emphasizing that UN membership is a crucial step towards rectifying historical injustices and fostering conditions for meaningful negotiations” Pakistan’, he said, was committed to a two-State settlement based on the 1967 borders, with Al-Quds as the capital of a Palestinian State.

On the opening day of the debate, UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres urged an end to the deadly cycle of retaliation and called on the international community to work together to avert a full-scale regional conflict, first by ending hostilities in Gaza and ultimately by realizing the two-State solution.

“This moment of maximum peril must be a time for maximum restraint,” said the UN chief.

Detailing limited progress and ongoing challenges despite Israel’s recent commitments to improve aid delivery, he said Palestinians are facing widespread starvation and Israel must fully and actively facilitate humanitarian operations immediately.

“The ultimate goal remains a two-State solution,” he said, stressing: “The international community has a responsibility and a moral obligation to help make this happen.”

Spotlighting other conflicts in the region, including in the occupied West Bank, Lebanon and the Red Sea, he said: “We have a shared moral obligation to advance a comprehensive Middle East de-escalation effort, in order to reduce risks, increase stability, and pave the way towards peace and prosperity for the countries and people of the region and beyond.”

Kerb currency market

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KARACHI, Apr 26 (APP): Following were the Opening Rates of foreign currencies in kerb market issued by the Exchange companies Association
of Pakistan, here on Friday.

F.C. BUYING SELLING
INTER BANK 278.20 278.30
USD 277.25 280.00
EURO 294.80 297.75
GBP 343.75 347.15
JPY 1.75 1.80
AED75.00 75.75
SAR73.30 74.03
CAD 200.80 203.80
AUD 178.50 181.50

Machinery equipment assembling grew by 70.98% in 08 months

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ISLAMABAD, Apr 26 (APP): Manufacturing of machinery and equipment in the country during the first 08 months of the current financial year grew by 70.98 per cent as compared to the manufacturing of the corresponding period of the last year.

During the period from July-February, 2023-24 tractors assembling grew by 68.57 per cent as compared to the assembling of the same period last year, according to the Quantum Index of Large Scale Manufacturing Industries released by the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics.

During the period under review, 32,211 tractors were locally assembled as against the assembling of 19,108 tractors of the same period of last year.

However, the manufacturing of heavy machinery in the country during the period under review went down by 53.11 per cent as about 113 units of heavy machinery were locally assembled as against the 241 units assembled in the same period of last year.

Meanwhile, the import of agriculture sector machinery and equipment during the first 09 months of the current financial year surged by 102.31 per cent as agriculture machinery valued at $61.095 million were imported as against the import $30.198 million of the same period of last year.

The imports of the overall machinery group recorded an increase of 30 per cent during the first three quarters of the current fiscal year (2023-24) compared to the corresponding period of the last year.

The total imports of the machinery group during July-March (2023-24) stood at $5.854 billion against the imports of $4.493 billion during the same period of the last year.

Elements involved in corruption, criminal negligence be held accountable: PM

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ISLAMABAD, Apr 26 (APP): Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday said that the elements involved in the deep-rooted menace of corruption and criminal negligence for denting the national economy would be held accountable.

Referring to the track and trace system agreement made in 2019, the prime minister said this system was nothing but a cruel joke to the nation as no improvement was seen in the sectors of tobacco, cement, sugar and fertilizer.

He said the agreement was totally a fraud as even no penalty clause was included in it.

Chairing a meeting of the Cabinet at the PM House, he said that he had ordered to form an inquiry committee in this regard that will present its report within 72 hours.

As regards the macroeconomic indicators, the prime minister expressed satisfaction over the collective performance of both incumbent and the interim governments. He said according to a recently published report on Pakistan economy, many indicators including IT export, remittances, capital market were showing positive results due to the prudent policies of the government.

However, he maintained that lot of work needed to be done. The government will perform ‘major surgical operation’ to get rid of the deep-rooted flaws in the country’s economy, he added.

PM Shehbaz Sharif informed that he completed the power sector review in four phases in which important decisions were taken to minimize power theft and line losses, and to reduce prices of the electricity. Besides, he said the government had also decided in principle to divest the Distribution Companies (DISCOs).

He said the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) had old and obsolete systems which needed to be replaced to increase the tax to GDP ratio. He pointed out that the FBR had the potential to earn extra revenues worth hundreds of billions of rupees by implementing reforms in its system.

“We have to take tough decision in larger interest of the country and we will fully monitor the implementation phase,” the prime minister remarked.

As regards, privatization of the State Owned Entities (SOEs), the prime minister assured that the process would be done without delay and in a transparent manner.

Joints teams of PESCO, FIA held power pilferers; recovered huge amount from defaulters

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PESHAWAR, Apr 26 (APP):On the orders of the Federal Minister of Interior, the joint teams of Peshawar Electric Supply Company (PESCO) and Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) have tightened noose against power pilferers across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
According to a PESCO spokesman, the teams conducted joint operations in Mardan, Kohat, and Swabi and removed several illegal connections while arresting the culprits and imposing heavy fines on them.
He said that three illegal connections were removed in Swabi, the power supply was cut to Shergar Nursing College in Mardan for using a direct connection and the owner of Insaf Inn in district Kohat was arrested for using stolen electricity.
Cases were also registered against the accused for using illegal connections in two electric stores in district Kohat.
Apart from this, millions of rupees were recovered from defaulters and a list of specific areas where power theft was frequent had been prepared for future course of action.
PESCO urged consumers to report electricity theft on PESCO Helpline 118.

Gold rates up by Rs.2,500 per tola to Rs245,000

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ISLAMABAD, Apr 26 (APP):The per tola price of 24 karat gold increased by Rs.2,500 and was sold at Rs.245,000 on Friday compared to its sale at Rs.242,500 on last trading day.
The price of 10 grams of 24 karat gold also increased by Rs.2,143 to Rs.210,048 from Rs. 207,905  whereas the prices of 10 gram 22 karat gold went up to Rs.192,544 from Rs.190,580, the All Sindh Sarafa Jewellers Association reported.
The price of per tola and ten gram silver remained stagnant at Rs.2,650 and Rs.2,271.94 respectively.
The price of gold in the international market increased by $21 to $2,343 from $2,322, the association reported.

Jazz’s Digital empowerment paves way for students to aspire ICT careers

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ISLAMABAD, Apr 26 (APP):The enduring collaboration between Pakistan’s digital operator, Jazz and The Citizens Foundation (TCF) continues to nurture the aspirations of thousands of young students to pursue careers in various fields of ICT (Information Communications Technology).
Through the multifaceted Digital Learning Program (DLP), this partnership strives to equip students with essential digital skills from an early age, empowering them to become integral contributors to the vision of a Digital Pakistan, said a news release.
The program supports 1,600+ TCF schools across Pakistan, with over 180,000 students already having benefited from it. The program also focuses on training female teachers and to date, 8,000+ teachers are trained on the latest ICT tools.
In celebration of Girls in ICT Day and to reaffirm Jazz’s dedication to the digital empowerment of young minds, Jazz employees dedicated a day to engage with TCF students, delving into their experiences and insights gained from the Digital Learning Program (DLP). Through candid discussions, schoolgirls shared their journey and aspirations, seeking guidance from the Jazz team.
Additionally, students and teachers showcased the transformative impact of the blended learning approach at the DLP lab, illustrating its profound effect on their educational journey.
Syed Fakhar Ahmed, Chief Corporate & Regulatory Affairs Officer at Jazz said that Jazz is deeply invested in women’s empowerment, harnessing its technological capabilities and expansive network to address the gender gap in ICT. He said that through our collaboration with TCF, the Digital Learning Program is revolutionizing mindsets and shaping the career trajectories of young girls aspiring to enter the field of technology.
“We are both thrilled and amazed by the tangible impact and opportunities that are emerging as a result of this partnership. Together, we are paving the way for a more inclusive and equitable digital future, where every girl has the opportunity to thrive and contribute to the advancement of society”, he maintained.
CEO TCF, Syed Asaad Ayub Ahmad that said, “Our mission is to provide underprivileged children with access to quality education, a cause which Jazz wholeheartedly supports through the Digital Learning Program (DLP). This comprehensive digital initiative encompasses everything from curriculum design to software and hardware support, catalyzing a shift in mindsets. Now, more girls than ever aspire to pursue careers in various ICT fields, poised to take charge of the digital future they are shaping.”
Jazz has been a huge proponent of girls’ empowerment through technology, readying them to become key contributors and drivers of the digital economy that Pakistan envisions. In addition to pioneering digital interventions like the Digital Learning Program (DLP), Jazz spearheads various initiatives to foster women’s empowerment.
From the Women In Social Entrepreneurship (WISE) initiative to the Jazz Rural Data Education Program, Digital Pakistan Tech Fellowship Program, and the impactful JAZZ-GSMA Connected Women Partnership Jazz remains steadfast in its commitment to empowering women and advancing gender equality in the digital sphere.

Governor KP says research in health sector vital for healthy society, rooting out diseases

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PESHAWAR, Apr 26 (APP): Governor Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Haji Ghulam Ali said that research in the health sector is very important for a healthy society and rooting out diseases.

Addressing at the Global Conference on Health Research-2024 in Rehman Medical Institute (RMI) as special guest here Friday, he paid tribute to the management committee of RMI for organizing the World Conference on Research in the field of medicine. The Governor said in order to deal with global medical challenges in the world, modern research in the health sector has to be promoted.

Rehman Medical Institute has undoubtedly done a great job on research to improve the field of medicine in this region, Haji Ghulam Ali said and added that the RMI was a renowned medical institution of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa which was popular all over the country.
“I also advise the young medical students to make a name for themselves in research in the medical field. I hope that this conference will prove to be very useful for the improvement of the medical field,” said Haji Ghulam Ali.

The Governor welcomed the researchers from Iraq, Iran, Somalia, Qatar and other countries participating in the conference to come to Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.

Commissioner for strict action against parents over not administering polio vaccine to kids

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MULTAN, Apr 26 (APP):Five-day anti-polio campaign started in Multan district as Commissioner Maryam Khan inaugurated the drive by administering drops to a kid.
Speaking on this occasion, Commissioner Maryam Khan said that more than one million children in the district will be given the polio vaccine during the campaign.
4380 teams have been formed to administer polio drops in the district.
The commissioner ordered to take strict action against parents who refused to administer the polio vaccine to their kids.
Polio drops were safe and the citizens should not fall prey to false propaganda, she added.
Deputy Commissioner Rizwan Qadeer said that the teams will remain present at every hospital, dispensary, bus wagon stand, and railway station across the district.
‘Polio-free Pakistan is the dream of all of us’, said DC Rizwan Qadeer.
On this occasion, Director of Health Dr. Waseem Ramzi, CO Health Dr. Faisal, and other doctors and officers were also present.
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