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Two women commit suicide in separate incidents

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Suicide attempted
CHITRAL, Aug 26 (APP)::Two women committed suicide in both districts of Lower and Upper Chitral in separate incidents on Saturday.
The first incident took place in Belphuk area of Lower Chitral, where 19 years old Nausheen Rehmat of Belphok committed suicide by hanging herself with a ceiling fan in her own house.
She had given test to get admission in BS Nursing in Aga Khan University Karachi, in which she failed and she committed suicide after not getting admission in BSc Nursing.
The second incident took place in the Zanglasht area of Torkho Tehsil of Upper Chitral district. Twenty-five-year-old Halima Bibi, who was a married woman, was found dead in her own house in such a condition that she committed suicide by hanging herself with ceiling after putting a rope around her neck.
Sub-Divisional Police Officer (SDPO) Torkho Bahadar Khan told the media that the woman who committed suicide was a mother of two children.
SDPO Bahadur Khan said that at present the reasons behind her suicide could not ascertained so far.

Tank police rescued abducted petrol pump manager within hours

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KP police
Dera Ismail Khan, Aug 26 (APP):The Tank District police on Saturday claimed to have recovered a man after a few hours of his abduction.
Petrol Pump Manager Khizar Hayat son of Umar Hayat was abducted at gunpoint by unidentified kidnappers at the Attock petrol pump located on Tank Pezzo Road.
On receiving the information of the incident, the police team supervised by DPO Tank Iftikhar Ali Shah along with DSP Headquarters Abdul Rasheed Khan, SHO Police Station SMA Abdul Ali Khan, SHO Police Station City Mehtab Khan, In-charge CTD, Quick Response Force and Elite Force personnel arrived at the location and conducted a large-scale search operation after cordoned off the entire area.
Divulging details of the incident DPO Tank during an emergency press conference said, acting on the information, police teams raided the spot. The abductee Khizar Hayat was found safely within two and a half hours of the abduction from forest Kirri Haider about 16 km away from the petrol pump where the pump manager was abducted.
However, the kidnappers of a pump manager managed to escape during the raid, a search operation is underway in the area to arrest the kidnappers.
The DPO said that the reason behind the abduction was a deliberate attempt to collect extortion from the owner of the petrol pump.

President for promotion of local products to reduce burden of import bills

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President Arif Alvi
KARACHI, Aug 26 (APP):President Dr. Arif Alvi on Saturday urged the Pakistani society to promote the use of local products instead of foreign items to help reduce the burden of import bills.
While addressing an inaugural ceremony of ‘Made in Pakistan Movement and Made in Pakistan Conference and Recognition’ at a hotel here, he said we could use and promote local products.
He said that the business community should work hard for the brand Pakistan.
The President also stressed the need for honesty and trust in all commercial endeavors whether domestically or internationally.
While lauding the track record of Pakistani products, which achieved international acclamation through addition of value to their original forms, he emphasized the potential for the promotion of ‘Made in Pakistan’ products at international level.
Alvi asked the business leaders and the youth of the country to play an active role in rectifying societal issues and advocating for local products.
He called for preferring ‘Made in Pakistan’ products to foreign alternatives as a way to promote locally manufactured items.
He emphasized on coordinated efforts to promote charity and philanthropy for a shift away from wealth accumulation.
He said that Islam does not endorse the accumulation of wealth as a primary pursuit. He further said that the rich should help the needy people.
The ceremony was attended by the distinguished figures including Rizwan Jaffar the founder of the ‘Made in Pakistan’ movement and the first Youth Parliament, as well as prominent businessmen and CEO of TDAP, alongside the Secretary of TDAP, Dr. Mirza Ikhtiar Baig and other esteemed business leaders and notables.

India unleashed new wave of grave human rights violation in IIOJK: Mushaal

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Mishaal Malik

RAWALPINDI, Aug 26 (APP): Adviser to the Prime Minister on Human Rights, Mushaal Mullick on Saturday said India has unleashed a new wave of grave human rights violations in Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK).

She revealed during her visit to Adiala jail here that the worst type of barbarism was being perpetrated in Indian-held Kashmir and all means were being used for suppressing the voice of the Kashmiris.

“Today, I visited Adiala Jail and observed everything, including the women’s jail and cleanliness arrangements over there. The majority of the convicts are drug and robbery criminals,” she said.

She examined the food and water being provided to the inmates in addition to the education services being provided to them.

Mullick said that she had also visited barracks where high-profile prisoners were locked up in jail.
She said that all kinds of facilities were being provided to the jail inmates without any discrimination.

She termed Kashmir as the biggest jail in the world where the people languish in a pathetic condition.

The PM’s aide said that minorities were being exploited and maltreated in India.

She mentioned that in Kashmir, where there was a long-standing conflict between India and Pakistan, Muslims were being mistreated, mosques were demolished, and violence was committed against innocent Muslims.

She also mentioned that other religious places like Christian churches and Sikh Gurdwaras were damaged by the Hindutva regime in India.

“International organizations, like the United Nations, have called for peaceful talks to resolve these issues and protect the rights of the people living in Kashmir. So, it’s a complex situation, and it’s best to look at different perspectives to understand it better,” she added.

Notables call on President

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President Arif Alvi
KARACHI, Aug 26 (APP):The notables belonging to different fields separately called on the President Dr. Arif Alvi at the Governor House here on Saturday.
Those, who called on the President included Khalid Mehmood, Qazi Rahat Ali, Kaleem Farooqui and Shabir Dewan.
 While Karachi University’s Professor Dr. Abdul Rashid also called on the President Dr. Arif Alvi and presented his books to him.

PM assures resolution of issues of coal mining industry

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PM Anwaar visit to Balochistan

QUETTA , Aug 26 (APP): Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar here on Saturday assured to resolve issues of the coal mining industry in Balochistan.

The PM Kakar was talking to a delegation of coal mining companies from Balochistan.

The delegation informed the prime minister about the issues faced by the coal mining industry.

The PM asked the companies to ensure the protection of miners working in the coal mines.

He said Balochistan was rich in natural resources, adding benefits could not be achieved from mining without adopting international standards.

Federal ministers Sarfraz Ahmed Bugti, Shahid Ashraf Tarar, Sami Saeed, Caretaker Chief Minister Balochistan Ali Mardan Domki, and provincial ministers and officials attended the meeting.

A delegation of coal mining companies owners called on Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar

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A delegation of coal mining companies owners called on Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar
APP36-260823 QUETTA: August 26 - A delegation of coal mining companies owners called on Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar. APP/ABB/ZID
A delegation of coal mining companies owners called on Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar
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Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar chairing a meeting regarding the development of irrigation system and water supply in Balochistan

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Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar chairing a meeting regarding the development of irrigation system and water supply in Balochistan
APP34-260823 QUETTA: August 26 - Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar chairing a meeting regarding the development of irrigation system and water supply in Balochistan. APP/ABB/ZID
Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar chairing a meeting regarding the development of irrigation system and water supply in Balochistan
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A delegation of coal mining companies owners called on Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar

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A delegation of coal mining companies owners called on Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar
APP35-260823 QUETTA: August 26 - A delegation of coal mining companies owners called on Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar. APP/ABB/ZID
A delegation of coal mining companies owners called on Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar
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British High Commissioner meets Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee Chairman at Badshahi Mosque

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LAHORE, August 26 (APP):Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee Chairman Maulana Syed Muhammad Abdul Khabeer Azad on Saturday welcomed British High Commissioner Jane Marriott at the Badshahi Mosque and shed light on its historical significance and architectural beauty.
Maulana Azad who is also the Khateeb and Imam of Badshahi Mosque, extended warm greetings and focused on matters of mutual interest. The recent tragic incident in Jaranwala was also discussed during the meeting.
Maulana Azad highlighted the role of religious leaders and scholars of various faiths in the context of the Jaranwala incident.
He emphasized the importance of safeguarding the rights of minorities and assured that Islam guarantees the protection of minority rights.
He reiterated that the responsibility of imposing penalties lies with the state, and Pakistan as a nation upholds this principle.
Expressing condemnation for the incident, Maulana Azad stated that the government, armed forces, and the entire nation were resolute in preventing such incidents in the future emphasizing the need for effective measures and practical wisdom to ensure lasting peace.
He conveyed to the British High Commissioner the solidarity and cooperation of all compassionate individuals and minority communities residing in the country.
He also commended the efforts of Prime Minister Anwar-ul-Haq Kakar and Punjab Chief Minister Mohsin Naqvi for their commendable initiatives in swiftly rebuilding the affected houses and places of worship in Jaranwala.
Maulana Azad also presented the great national narrative “Paigham-e-Pakistan” to British High Commissioner Jane Marriott.
British High Commissioner Jane Marroitt commended his leadership and contributions in addressing the situation.