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Chinese Xi sends congratulatory message to Maldives’ president-elect

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BEIJING, Oct 3 (APP): Chinese President Xi Jinping on Tuesday sent a congratulatory message to Mohamed Muizzu on his election as president of the Maldives.

In his message, Xi said that China and the Maldives enjoyed a long history of friendly exchanges, CGTN reported.

The two countries were not only friends of sincere trust and mutual assistance but also partners of joint development and common prosperity, Xi said, noting that he attached great importance to the development of bilateral relations and stood ready to work with president-elect Muizzu to carry forward the traditional friendship, deepen practical cooperation and push for new progress in the future-oriented, all-round friendly and cooperative partnership between the two countries.

SECP continues crack down on illegal loan apps

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ISLAMABAD, Oct 3 (APP): As part of the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan’s (SECP) crackdown against illegal loan apps, it has been observed that some operators have started launching their illegal loan apps through Android Package Kit (APK) files, by using alternative channels such as websites, WhatsApp, etc. instead of uploading them on Google and Apple Play stores.
The general public is cautioned that illegal apps available through channels other than the App Store pose serious risks to the users, including fraud, misuse of personal information, blackmailing, harassment, etc, said a press release issued here on Tuesday.
The SECP, therefore, warns the general public not to download illegal Apps from any website or link shared through any other source.
As part of SECP’s surveillance activities, seven illegal apps marketed on various websites have been identified and action has been initiated in collaboration with the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA), and the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA).
The shift in illicit app distribution technique is the consequence of actions against illegal lending apps initiated by SECP, in partnership with Google, FIA, and PTA, which resulted in the removal of 120 illegal apps from the Google and Apple App stores.
An updated list of illegal apps has been placed on SECP’s website for public information and the general public is advised to download only SECP’s approved personal loan apps, available on   SECP’s website.

Gas supply to various sectors remain suspended on Oct 5 : SNGPL

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ISLAMABAD, Oct 03 (APP): Sui Northern Gas Pipelines Limited (SNGPL) on Tuesday said gas supply to the consumers of various sectors including F5, F6, F7, F8, G5, G6, G7 and G8 of the federal capital would be suspended on Thursday from 8 am to 8 pm due to necessary work on gas pipelines at Sector F-8 for improving the gas system.

The spokesman requested the consumers to make alternative fuel arrangements for the said period, said a press release.

Meanwhile, he also appealed to the consumers to keep off all gas-powered appliances and take special precautions during the said time.

Caretaker Finance Minister calls on PM

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ISLAMABAD, Oct 03 (APP): Caretaker Finance Minister Dr Shamshad Akhtar on Tuesday called on Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar.

During the meeting, they discussed matters related to Ministry of Finance, PM Office Media Wing said in a press release.

PR’s existing infrastructure, rolling stock to be improved through private investments: Tarar

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ISLAMABAD, Oct 03 (APP): Minister for Railways, Communication, and Maritime Shahid Ashraf Tarar Tuesday said the existing infrastructure, rolling stock, factories, and railway stations will be improved through private sector investments.

He said this while chairing a high-level meeting at the Ministry of Railways to discuss the self-reliance plan of Pakistan Railways.

Shahid Ashraf said that Pakistan Railways is following three pronged strategy to revive and expand railways in the country which include safety, efficiency, and self-reliance.

The minister said that Pakistan Railways has taken several initiatives to cut costs and enhance its revenue.

The improvement in administrative and operational areas are underway in Pakistan Railways which are expected to bring efficiency, he added.

He said that the journey by train is a great means of connecting people living in different regions of Pakistan besides the preferred mode of a comfortable journey for the masses.

Pak Embassy arranges Amb Akram’s book talk event in Netherlands

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ISLAMABAD, Oct 03 (APP): As part of Embassy’s public diplomatic efforts, a book-talk event for Ambassador Zamir Akram’s book “The Security Imperative: Pakistan’s Nuclear Deterrence & Diplomacy”, was organized in The Hague, Netherlands.

Pak Embassy arranges Amb Akram's book talk event in Netherlands

Event was attended by academics researchers and experts in which the audience had an engaging discussion with the author, Pakistan Embassy in Netherlands posted on X.

Pak Embassy arranges Amb Akram's book talk event in Netherlands

https://x.com/PakinNetherland/status/1709132419381576020?s=20

Pakistan Open Tenpin Bowling C’ship from Oct 24

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ISLAMABAD, Oct 03 (APP): Pakistan Tenpin Bowling Federation in collaboration with Sindh Ten Pin Bowling Association, Pakistan Open Tenpin Bowling Championship would kick off from October 24 in Karachi.

According to President of Pakistan Tenpin Bowling Federation Ijaz ur Rehman, all preparations for the event were completed.

He said male and female players from all over the country would participate in the championship.

Competitions are held in eight categories including open singles, amateur, ladies, under-22, senior, media, doubles and mixed team, he said.

Players who wish to participate in the championship can register their names from October 10 to 20.

The championship would continue till October 29 and prizes will be distributed among the winning players at the end of the championship.

Pakistan moves in Asian Games cricket semis

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ISLAMABAD, Oct 03 (APP): Pakistan downed Hong Kong by 68 runs in the 19th Asian Games Men’s Cricket quarterfinals at the Zhejiang University of Technology Cricket Field in Hangzhou, China on Tuesday.

Pakistan would now feature in the second semi-final on Friday, against the winner of the third quarterfinal between Afghanistan and Sri Lanka.

After being put into bat first, Pakistan scored 160 on the board, courtesy of Aamir Jamal’s fiery batting display at death. In the second innings, the Qasim Akram-led spin attack proved too difficult a task for the Hong Kong batters who folded for 92 runs in 18.5 overs.

Nizakat Khan won the toss for Hong Kong and elected to field first. After a bumpy start to the innings, Pakistan eventually ended with a solid total of 160, owing to Aamir’s extraordinary hitting in the final overs of the innings. Coming to bat in the 17th over, Aamir took only 16 balls to score 41 runs, including four maximums and two boundaries.

Earlier in the innings, veteran Asif Ali and debutant Arafat Minhas stitched a partnership of 36 runs from 26 balls for the seventh wicket. Asif (25, 21b, 1×4, 2x6s) and Arafat (25, 16b, 2x4s, 2x6s) were the second highest scorers after Aamir.

Hong Kong had an impressive day with the ball; Ayush Shukla ended the innings with four wickets and Mohammad Ghazanfar grabbed three wickets.

In turn, Pakistan spinners rose to the occasion, allowing the side to completely command the game. The Hong Kong batters fell victim to the web Arafat, Sufiyan Muqeem, Qasim Akram and Khushdil Shah spun around them. Khushdil got three wickets while the remaining three got two wickets each. Babar Hayat was the highest scorer for the side, after making 29 runs in 27 balls, hitting three boundaries and two sixes.

Scores in brief: Pakistan: 160 all out in 20 overs (Aamir Jamal 41, Arafat Minhas 25, Asif Ali 25, Omair Bin Yousuf 21; Ayush Shukla 4-49, Mohammad Ghazanfar 3-26).
Hong Kong: 92 all out in 18.5 overs (Babar Hayat 29; Khushdil Shah 3-13, Qasim Akram 2-5, Sufiyan Muqeem 2-11, Arafat Minhas 2-19).

Azerbaijan ambassador meets Health Minister

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ISLAMABAD, Oct 03 (APP): Ambassador of Azerbaijan to Pakistan Khazar Farhadov on Tuesday held a meeting with caretake Federal Minister for Health Dr Nadeem Jan.

During the meeting matters of mutual interest, including bilateral cooperation in the field of health, were discussed.

The minister informed the ambassador about the healthcare initiatives being undertaken in Pakistan.

“We are implementing concrete measures to protect the public from diseases and epidemics.”

The minister highlighted ongoing efforts to improve the availability of medicines and the establishment of pharmaceutical parks in Pakistan.

The minister emphasized to utilize technology transfer for molecular manufacturing in Pakistan.

The minister informed that Pakistan was hosting first Global Health Security Summit.

This summit will bring together top health leaders, officials, and technical experts from around the globe.

The Global Health Security Summit and the pharmaceutical park initiatives were lauded by the ambassador.

He said the health leadership of Azerbaijan was expected to reach out Government of Pakistan to discuss these initiatives.

In the field of medicine, both countries will benefit from sharing experiences, and there is cooperation in allowing medical students from both nations to enroll in government-approved universities, the Ambassador said.

CM reviews law & order situation in province

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LAHORE, Oct 03 (APP): Punjab Caretaker Chief Minister Mohsin Naqvi chaired a meeting at his office to review the steps taken for the protection of life and property of the people in the province.
It was decided that stringent action would be taken against those inciting violence in the name of religion and every possible step will be taken to stop the financing of such elements. Additionally, individuals aiding wrongdoers will face intensified scrutiny, with no exceptions for those operating outside the bounds of the law.
Mohsin Naqvi ordered an organised crackdown on miscreants and criminal gangs, emphasizing that no faction or gang would be permitted to disrupt the peace of the province.
IG police briefed about the law and order situation in the province, along with updates on legal action taken against miscreants. The meeting also paid tribute to the valiant policemen who thwarted a terrorist attack on the Kundal check post in Mianwali.
Provincial Information Minister Amir Mir, chief secretary, ACS, secretary law, ACS (Home), Addl IG (Special Branch), CCPO, secretary prosecution, Addl IG (CTD), high officials and representatives from law enforcement agencies attended the meeting while RPOs participated through video link.
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