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CDNS increase Savings Certificate, rates from March 19

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National Savings

ISLAMABAD, Apr 3 (APP): The Central Directorate of National Savings (CDNS) has increased the rates of return for its National Savings Certificates, marking amendments across different instruments from March 19th, 2024.

Return rates for Special Savings Certificates (SSC) have been adjusted upwards by 15.93 %, Defense Savings certificates by 13.36 %, Regular Income Certificates (RIC) now offer 14.76%, the senior official of CDNS told APP here on Monday.

The new increases were also applied to Bahbood Savings Certificates (BSC), Pensioners Benefit Account (PBA), and Shuhadas Family Welfare Account (SFWA), with each now yielding 15.60 %.

The Central Directorate of National Savings (CDNS) has attained a target of Rs 1210 billion in fresh bonds in the current fiscal year, from July 1 to April 1st. The CDNS surpassed the annual target and achieved the target of Rs 1.6 trillion in fresh bonds in the current fiscal year, he said.

He said this was an Rs 200 billion additional annual target than the target of Rs 1300 billion for the previous financial year 2021-22. Given the current market trend in the country, the ambitious target had been set to improve the savings culture further, he added.

The official said that work was being done on institutional reforms in CDNS and new reforms and innovations were being introduced. “At this time Automated Teller Machine (ATM) has also been introduced in CDNS which will provide enough facilities to the users,” he added.

Replying to a question, he said the CDNS had collected an investment of Rs 67 billion by April 01, 2023-24, through Islamic investment bonds. The official added that the directorate had set a target of Rs 75 billion for the new financial year 2023-24 for Islamic finance bonds.

Replying to a question; he said the CDNS aimed to introduce new dimensions in the Islamic finance sector.
He informed the directorate that it had reviewed and set a target of Rs 60 billion in the fiscal year (2022-23) for Islamic investment to introduce new products in the market.

IRSA releases 74,800 cusecs water

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IRSA

ISLAMABAD, Apr 3 (APP): Indus River System Authority (IRSA) on Wednesday released 74,800 cusecs water from various rim stations with inflow of 110,700 cusecs.

According to the data released by IRSA, water level in River Indus at Tarbela Dam was 1420.68 feet and was 22.68 feet higher than its dead level of 1,398 feet. Water inflow and outflow in the dam was recorded as 26,100 cusecs and 10,000 cusecs respectively.

The water level in River Jhelum at Mangla Dam was 1092.80 feet, which was 42.80 feet higher than its dead level of 1,050 feet. The inflow and outflow of water was recorded 39,800 cusecs and 20,000 cusecs respectively.

The release of water at Kalabagh, Taunsa , Guddu and Sukkur was recorded as 36,200, 32,700, 29,900 and 7,600 cusecs respectively. Similarly, from River Kabul, a total of 28,100 cusecs of water released at Nowshera and 11,500 cusecs released from River Chenab at Marala.

Business community demand boosting security around markets

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Iqra Yousaf Iqra Yousaf
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RAWALPINDI, Apr 03 (APP):The business community of the city has demanded that the Rawalpindi district administration boost safety measures around all marketplace areas as Eid shopping was gaining momentum with each passing day.

Expressing discontent over the security arrangements made for shopping areas, they said the deployment of police personnel was insufficient compared to the great hustle and bustle of visitors there.

Markazi Anjuman-e-Tajran General Secretary Tahir Taj Bhatti said there should be police officers in plain clothes present in susceptible areas and ready to converge on a single whistle in an emergency.

Besides, he said, many beggars seek alms but were also involved in criminal activities like pick-pocketing and snatching different items from the people visiting the markets.

President of Moti Bazar Chaudhry Iqbal also asked the quarters concerned to beef up the security of city markets, especially during nighttime.

City Police Officer Syed Khalid Hamdani assured that foolproof security arrangements had been made to provide a special cover to shopping areas so that customers and traders could feel a sense of security.

He said that traffic police had also deputed wardens in all city shopping centers for smooth traffic flow.

 

All set to observe the 45th death anniversary of ZAB

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Shaheed Zulfikar Ali Bhutto
RAWALPINDI, Apr 03 (APP):All the arrangements have been completed to observe the 45th  death anniversary of former Prime Minister and founder of Pakistan People’s Party (PPP), Shaheed Zulfikar Ali Bhutto at Jinnah Park on  April 04(Thursday).
Talking to APP, the President PPP city chapter Raja Kamran Hussain said that Qu’ran Khawani will be held at 3 pm. and ‘Dua’ will be offered at 5 pm.
The local leadership will attend the ceremony and highlight the achievements of Shaheed Zulfikar Ali Bhutto who struggled for democracy in the country and sacrificed his life for the people of Pakistan.

KPT shipping movements report

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KPT

KARACHI, Apr 03 (APP):Following were the Movements of Ships at Karachi Port Trust (KPT) during last 24 hours, ending at 0700 hours on Wednesday.

SHIPS BERTHED:
Arman 10 Container Ship
SC Taipei Tanker
M.T Quetta Tanker
GSL Elizabeth Container Ship

SHIPS SAILED:
M.T Mardan
Uafl Dubai
Daytona Beach
Global Highway
PIA
Jolly Palladio
Koi
Olympia

EXPECTED SAILING: DATE
MSC Melatilde 03-04-2024
Torm Evolve 03-04-2024

EXPECTED ARRIVAL: DATE CARGO
Hanyu Camellia 03-04-2024 D/2500 Chemical
Clean Thrasher 04-04-2024 D/20000 Carbon Oil
MSC Heidi 03-04-2024
Ever Ulysses 03-04-2024 D/L Container
WAN HAI 612 04-04-2024 D/L Container
Ever Utile 04-04-2024 D/L Container
Express Rome 04-04-2024 D/L Container

CARGO HANDLING TURNOVER:
The total cargo handled at Karachi Port during the last 24 hours closed at 133,129 Metric Tons The breakup shows that the port has handled 59,750 Metric Tons of export cargo and 73,379 Metric Tons of import cargo during the said period. Commodity wise handling in metric tons is given below.

COMMODITY IMPORT EXPORT TOTAL
Containerized Cargo 35,828 46,616 82,444
B.Bulk Cargo 213 199 412
Clinkers —— 12,360 12,360
Rice —— 575 575
Wheat 14,236 ——- 14,236
Oil/Liquid Cargo: 23,102 ——- 23,102

Young man arrested, fined for killing of leopard in Nowshera

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PESHAWAR, Apr 03 (APP): Taking prompt action over a video that went viral on social media displaying a young man boasting over the shooting down of a common leopard in the hilly terrain of the Nizampure area in Nowshera district was arrested and fined Rs 250,000 by the Wildlife Department of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.

“The big cat was killed by Yar Muhammad son of Niaz Muhammad resident of the Upper Shah Kot area of Niazam Pur in Nowshera,” informed Amir Khan, Range Officer Wildlife Department.

Talking to the media, Amir Khan informed that the Wildlife Department received a report about the circulation of a video on social media regarding the killing of a leopard in the Upper Shah Kot area.

Soon after receiving the news, Divisional Wildlife Officer, Naimat Ullah constituted a team under the supervision of Amir Khan who visited the area.

Amir Khan said the area is quite remote located on the top of the hilly terrain of Nizam pure area where coal mines also exist. He said the raiding team after initial inquiry reached the residence of the leopard killer and arrested him who was later fined a sum of Rs. 250,000 under the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Wildlife and Biodiversity Act 2015.

The dead body of the feline is also taken into possession for holding postmortem, Amir Khan continued.

Amir Khan said Nizam Pure is part of the Khattak Nama mountainous range, straddling Darra Adam Khel in Kohat, Nowshera, and Attock districts, and is among very few habitats of common leopards in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.

According to reports from locals, it is estimated that there are around 10 to 12 common leopards in this area which need protection from people, he maintained.

In response to a question, Wildlife officials said no report has been received in this region about the attack of wild cats on humans.

Whereas depredation of livestock by the leopard is natural and can only be prevented through proper safety of the domestic animals.

He advised people not to resort to killing of leopard in case they stumble upon the animal. Instead of killing the beast, they can divert its way by making noise or putting torch light towards its eyes, he concluded.

HEC announces Master, PhD scholarships for Romania

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ISLAMABAD, Apr 3 (APP): The Higher Education Commission (HEC) has invited applications from Pakistani/AJ&K nationals for the scholarship offer of the University of Politehnica for the academic year (2024-25), launched by the Romanian Government for Master’s and PhD studies in the fields of Engineering and Information Technology.

According to the official sources, Master’s studies are offered by the University of Politehnica Bucharest, Romania in programmes including Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Energy Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Telecommunication and Information Technology, Aerospace Engineering, Transportation Engineering, Computer & Information Technology, System Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Applied Engineering Science, Engineering and Management.

As per eligibility criteria, applicants with incomplete degrees on the closing date of application are not allowed to apply.
Applicants for Masters program must have a Bachelors degree (16 years) and be under the age of 35 at the time of application.

Similarly, applicants for PhD/Doctoral program must have a Masters degree MS/MPhil (17/18 years) and be under the age of 40 years at the time of application.

However, all applicants are required to provide a valid HAT test score. HEC reserves the right to change or modify the nomination criteria.

The students are encouraged to apply online at: https://scholarship.hec.gov.pk/ and after registering and filling out your profile, please select ” University of Politehnica Scholarship “. Submit online application at the National University of Science and Technology Politehnica Bucharest web portal at https://apply.upb.ro/?.

The deadline to submit the online application on the HEC portal is 3rd May 2024.

The students are asked to visit the following link https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1CH3kvgv6z7iTZDE0D0VH9Astqi-44rPb for additional instruction and other requirements as prescribed by the University POLITEHNICA Bucharest.

PHC issues notices to Speaker, Dy Speaker in contempt case

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Peshawar High Court
PESHAWAR, Apr 03 (APP):The Peshawar High Court (PHC) on Wednesday issued notices, to the speaker and deputy speaker Khyber Pakhtunkhwa assembly in a contempt of court case.
A two-member bench of PHC comprising Justice Attiq Shah and Justice Arshad Ali heard the case wherein the petitioner said that despite the court order they did not administer oaths to members on reserved seats.
The petitioner’s counsel said that the speaker and the deputy speaker had violated the court’s order.
On which the court issued a notice to the speaker and the deputy speaker and asked them to respond at the next hearing.

415 liters cold drinks wasted

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SARGODHA, Apr 03 (APP):The Punjab Food Authority (PFA) discarded 415 liters of cold drinks during a crackdown
in the division.
According to a press release issued by the PFA on Wednesday, a team raided a beverage
production unit at Piplan and found unwholesome 415 liters of cold drinks.
The team also discarded drinks and seized machinery, and got registered a case against
the owner.
The team also imposed a fine of Rs 129,500 on various shopkeepers during checking of various
eateries, including hotels, grocery shops, food points and meat shops, during the last week
in Mianwali.
The PFA also discarded 4-liters of substandard oil, 2-kg salt, 30-kg spices and 10-kg
leaflets on the spot.

Five arrested, 13bikes, weapons recovered

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FAISALABAD, Apr 03 (APP):Police on Wednesday claimed to have arrested five robbers
and recovered 13 motorcycles, two rickshaws, cash, weapons and other items.
A police spokesman said policemen conducted raids and arrested Khalid, Rizwan
and Naeem who were wanted to police in dacoity, robbery and other
cases. The police recovered 11 motorcycles, two motorcycle rickshaws, weapons and other
items. Meanwhile, police also conducted a raid in Kamal Abad graveyard and arrested
Muhammad Ahmad and Ghulam Abbas besides recovering two motorcycles,  weapons,
cash, mobile phones and other items.
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