SARGODHA: March 14 –
APP11-140324
SARGODHA: March 14 – Volunteers of Imran Motors distributing free Iftar at Khayam Chowk.
Volunteers of Imran Motors preparing sweet drinks for Iftar at Khayam Chowk.
SARGODHA: March 14 –
Health Minister hosts E-Kacheri to address public concerns
PESHAWAR, Mar 14 (APP): Provincial Minister of Health, Syed Qasim Ali Shah presided over the first E-Kachehri live session on Thursday alongside Health Secretary Mahmood Aslam Wazir through social media website.
While addressing the session, the minister said that engaging with the public through social media platforms is a sign of good governance and it bridges the gap between the government and its public.
During the session, Minister Shah personally responded to queries and concerns raised by the public.
Several key officials including Director General Health Dr. Shaukat Ali, Chief HSRU Dr. Khalil, Director General Drugs Dr. Abbas, Director General IMU Dr. Ijaz, Director Public Health Dr. Arshad Roghani, CEO Sehat Sahulat Program Initiative Dr. Riaz Tanoli, and other relevant stakeholders were also present on the occasion.
The session received around fifteen questions regarding health services in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Medical Teaching Institutions (KP MTIz), most of which were addressed directly by Minister Qasim Ali Shah, while inquiries regarding specific matters were directed to the relevant authorities.
Health Secretary Mahmood Aslam Wazir highlighted at the onset of the session that addressing public complaints through social media platforms is an integral part of their professional responsibilities.
Queries received regarding the Directorate General Health Services amounted to 20, with comprehensive responses provided by Dr. Shaukat Ali during the session.
Similarly, 15 questions about the Directorate General of Drugs and Pharmacies services were received, and responses were promptly provided by the relevant quarters.
In response to one query, the Project Director Human Capital Investment Program, Dr. Akram Allah disclosed that their project has initiated the Geo Tagging of private clinics under the supervision of the Health Care Commission.
The Geo Tagging of approximately 34,000 clinics across the province has already commenced, including nearly 20,000 quack clinics.
After completing the Geo Tagging process province-wide, the Health Care Commission will present its recommendations to the health department for further action.
Immediate action was taken to address complaints regarding Posting Transfer, Insulin availability, EPI, and other programs. Director General Health highlighted that salaries of employees engaged in projects will be resolved soon as the new government has formed.
Chief Executive Health Card, Dr. Riaz Tanoli, in response to a query, stated that after obtaining approval from the Board of Governors, the empanelment of hospitals in the health card system is expected to commence by late April.
Overseas employment promoter license suspended as Pakistani nurses lose jobs in KSA
ISLAMABAD, Mar 14 (APP): Director General of Emigration and Overseas Employment has taken serious notice of loss of jobs of a considerable number of Pakistani nurses in Kingdom of Saudi Arabia due to functional irregularities surfaced by the foreign employers in the kingdom.
In light of a preliminary fact finding report, the overseas employment promoter license of M/s Sahou Manpower OEPL No 3295/RWP has been suspended with immediate effect until completion of investigation by the Bureau of Emigration and Overseas Employment, said a press release issued on Thursday.
A thorough investigation in the matter has been initiated to take further action against the persons involved as per law.
The BO&OE was taking up this incident very seriously and review of existing procedures has been initiated to avoid such untoward incidents in future as these episodes bring bad name to the country and its valuable workforce.
People offering Dua before Iftar arranged by an NGO at Ghouri Town.
ISLAMABAD: March 14 –
ISLAMABAD: March 14 – A large number people attending Iftar arranged by an NGO at Ghouri Town.
Wildlife experts warn against feeding monkeys in Galiyat
PESHAWAR, Mar 14 (APP): Animal conservationists and wildlife experts have issued a warning against feeding monkeys in Galiyat after calls have been made on social media for donations to help provide food for the starving monkeys during this time when tourists are not visiting.
Some posts are also urging visitors to bring extra food or bread for distribution to the monkeys whereas, conservation experts have emphasized the negative impact of feeding wild animals.
A wildlife expert, Dr Muhammad Kabir cautioned that feeding monkeys disrupts their natural feeding behavior and can make them dependent on humans for food. This artificial feeding can lead to long-term problems for the wild population, he added.
Meanwhile, the Manager of WWF Pakistan, Muhammad Waseem highlighted the importance of allowing animals to find food naturally in their habitat. He said that feeding monkeys can disrupt the ecosystem and affect the animals’ contribution to plant regeneration through seed distribution.
In addition, a Field Assistant Common Leopard WWF-Pakistan, Sajid Hussain warned about the increasing incidents of monkey bites, which can lead to the risk of rabies. He stressed the need for education on the impact of providing food to wild species and called for signboards to be displayed in Galliyat to raise awareness among tourists.
Experts have urged people to refrain from feeding monkeys in the wild to protect their natural behaviors and ensure the well-being of both the animals and the ecosystem.
Ambassador of the State of Qatar to Pakistan, Ambassador Ali Mubarak Ali Essa Al-Khater calls on Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif.
ISLAMABAD: March 14 – A
Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif casts his vote in the Senate by-elections at the Parliament House.
ISLAMABAD: March 14 –
President Zardari welcomes interaction between PM, CM KP
ISLAMABAD, Mar 14 (APP): President Asif Ali Zardari on Thursday welcomed the recent interaction between the Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif and the Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Sardar Ali Amin Khan Gandapur.
“It is high time we start thinking of working towards healing the divisions Pakistan has been going through”, he added.
The president said that he had always advocated for prioritizing Pakistan above all else, and it was time we gave people hope in the democratic process by showing them it could work. “This outreach is a good beginning”, he stated.
President Zardari welcomes interaction between PM, CM KP
ISLAMABAD, Mar 14 (APP): President Asif Ali Zardari on Thursday welcomed the recent interaction between the Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, and the Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Sardar Ali Amin Khan Gandapur.
“It is high time we start thinking of working towards healing the divisions Pakistan has been going through”, he added.
The president said that he had always advocated for prioritising Pakistan above all else, and it was time we gave people hope in the democratic process by showing them it could work. “This outreach is a good beginning”, he stated.
CS urges 100% registration, immunization of newborns to effectively combat polio virus
KARACHI, Mar 14 (APP): Chief Secretary Sindh, Syed Asif Hyder Shah on Thursday reiterated the critical importance of achieving 100% registration and routine immunization of newborns to effectively combat the polio virus.
During the meeting chaired by Chief Secretary Sindh at the Emergency Operations Centre, key stakeholders including Coordinator Emergency Operations Centre Sindh, Irshad Ali Sodhar, Secretary Health Syed Mansoor Abbas Rizvi, WHO, UNICEF, and representatives from the National Stop Transmission of Polio (NSTOP) were present to discuss the overall status of polio virus and its prevention strategies.
The chief secretary highlighted that this first meeting as Chief Secretary marked his commitment to polio eradication, reminiscent of his proactive stance during his tenure as Commissioner Karachi.
He stressed the necessity of focusing on zero-dose children to ensure routine immunization, calling for synergy between the polio programme and the Expanded Programme on Immunization (EPI).
Furthermore, the chief secretary affirmed plans to increase the number of vaccinators and enhance facilities to facilitate effective vaccination drives for children.
He reiterated that until 100% registration of newborns was achieved, the challenge of polio virus eradication would persist.
During the briefing, Coordinator Emergency Operations Centre Sindh, Irshad Ali Sodhar, highlighted that Pakistan reported six polio cases last year, including two from Sindh and four from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.