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Radio Pakistan Bahawalpur to present Ramazan programs

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Radio Pakistan
BAHAWALPUR, Mar 12 (APP):Radio Pakistan Bahawalpur has scheduled to present several programs in connection with the holy month of Ramazan.
According to a press release issued here, under the supervision of the Station Director, Radio Pakistan Bahawalpur, Sajjad Ahmad Barri, senior producers including Afifa Habib, Asma Zahoor, Shabana Ali, and Muhammad Kashif Khan have compiled and prepared several programs in connection with the holy month of Ramazan.
The morning program “Jhok Bahawalpur” will be broadcast in the Seraiki language. “Farman-e-Rasool (PBUH)” will also be broadcast during the holy month of Ramazan. “Mah-e-Sayyaam will be broadcast in prime time.
The program “Wasaib Rang” will be broadcast after the news bulletin. Radio Pakistan Bahawalpur will also broadcast the program “Tarteel-Al-Quraan” during the holy month of Ramazan.

Shipping Activity at Port Qasim

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Port Qasim

KARACHI, Mar 12 (APP): Five ships namely, MSC Aria-III, MSC Beira-IV, Fame, Kiso and Menomonee, carrying Containers, Soya been seed, Chemicals and Coal, berthed at Container Terminal, Grain Terminal, Engro Terminal and Bulk Terminal respectively during last 24 hours.

Meanwhile two more ships, FSM and Dravin with LPGs also arrived at outer-anchorage of the Port Qasim on Monday.

Nine ships were engaged at PQA berths during the last 24 hours, out of them two ships, MSC Beira-IV and Crested Eagle left the Port on Tuesday morning, while two more ships, Yongheng Ocean and Kiso are expected to sail on same day.

Cargo volume of 128,424 tonnes, comprising 95,803 tonnes imports cargo and 32,621 tonnes export cargo carried in 1,927 Containers (425 TEUs Imports and 1,502 TEUs export) was handled at the port during last 24 hours.

There are 7 ships at Outer Anchorage of Port Qasim, out of them two ships, Melody and Dravin & another edible oil carrier ‘Rhine’ scheduled to load/offload Rice, LPG and Palm oil are expected to take berths at MW-1, EVTL and LCT are respectively on Tuesday & two more ships, Maersk Cape Town and San Francisco Bridge are due arrive at Port Qasim on Wednesday.

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AJK President hails establishment of ‘Kashmir Policy Research Institute’

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Barrister Sultan Mahmood Chaudhry
ISLAMABAD, Mar 12 (APP):President of Azad Jammu and Kashmir Barrister Sultan Mahmood Chaudhry has said that the main purpose of the establishment of the Azad Kashmir government was to highlight the Kashmir issue internationally to pave the way for freedom of Indian-occupied Kashmir from Indian clutches.
Speaking at a briefing session held under the aegis of Jammu and Kashmir Liberation Cell (JKLC), the AJK president hailed the establishment of Kashmir Policy Research Institute (KPRI), the first-ever AJK-based think tank, said a press release.
Sultan Mehmood congratulated the management of the research institute for the publication of research journals, arranging workshops, and producing research materials on Kashmir.
“Under the given circumstances, the responsibilities of the AJK government have increased manifold,” Sultan Mehmood said, adding that it was heartening to see the AJK Government and the JKLC have played an effective role in turning a spotlight on Kashmir and sensitizing the world in a much better way.
The AJK President said he has always tried to convey the voice of Kashmiris to the world and keep the people of Azad Jammu Kashmir connected with the issue.

Partly cloudy weather forecast for city

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BAHAWALPUR, Mar 12 (APP):The local Met Office has forecast dry to partly cloudy weather for the city for the next 24 hours.
The highest maximum temperature 29 centigrade and the lowest minimum 15 centigrade were recorded during the last 24 hours.
The dry to partly cloudy weather has also been forecast for

Islamabad’s milestone: first protectorate office opens, strengthening Pakistan’s commitment to safe migration

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ISLAMABAD, Mar 12 (APP): In a momentous occasion that signifies Pakistan’s commitment to promoting safe and legal migration, Ministry of Overseas Pakistanis and Human Resource Development has launched the first-ever Protectorate of Emigrants Office in the capital city of Islamabad.

An official source told APP, this groundbreaking initiative not only underscores the government’s dedication to ensuring the welfare of its citizens seeking employment abroad but also positions Islamabad as a focal point for international collaboration on labor and migration issues.

The inauguration of the Islamabad Protectorate Office, closely following the recent opening of two protectorate offices in Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK), in Bagh and Rawalakot, further amplifies the government’s efforts in streamlining migration services across the country.

These steps are reflective of the Ministry of Overseas Pakistanis and Human Resource Development’s ongoing mission to facilitate the journey of Pakistani workers abroad, ensuring their rights and well-being are prioritized at every stage.

He highlighted the strategic importance of establishing the Protectorate in Islamabad, a city that hosts numerous international organizations, including labor and migration entities as well as foreign embassies. “The inauguration of the Islamabad Protectorate Office is not just a milestone for our capital but a testament to Pakistan’s resolve in championing the causes of safe and legal migration globally”, he added.

This office will serve as the model protectorate, showcasing our commitment to excellence and our readiness to collaborate with international partners in upholding global migration standards.”

The Islamabad Protectorate Office is set to become a model for migration services, offering comprehensive support to individuals seeking overseas employment opportunities. It aims to serve as a beacon of hope and assurance for the Pakistani workforce, facilitating their access to legitimate employment avenues and safeguarding their rights across borders.

This initiative is part of a larger government strategy to boost employment opportunities for Pakistanis both at home and abroad, contributing significantly to the nation’s economy through remittances.

The SAPM’s unwavering dedication to enhancing the migration experience for Pakistani workers is evident in the establishment of these offices, which promise to make a significant impact on the lives of many.

Seven booked over water theft

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Iqra Yousaf Iqra Yousaf
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SARGODHA, Mar 12 (APP):The irrigation task force caught seven farmers for stealing water from canals,here on Tuesday.
According to a spokesperson, the raided various villages of the district and caught seven farmers –Muhammad Farooq,Ghulam Hussain,Muhammad Irfan,Mulazam Hussain,Rehmat Ali,Tanveer Hayyat and Bashir Ahmad for stealing water from canals.
Police registered cases against the water pilferers

Funeral prayer of martyr police officials offered

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Waseem Iqbal
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PESHAWAR, Mar 12 (APP):The funeral prayer of constables Ajmal Khan and Siraj Khan, who embraced martyred in a terrorist attack on a police van here in the jurisdiction of Machni Gate Police Station, was offered at the Malik Saad Shaheed Police Line.
SSP Operations Kashif Aftab Abbasi, SSP Investigation Sajjad Ahmed Sahibzada, SP Warsak Division, SP City, and SP Headquarters, along with relatives of the martyrs and police officers attended the funeral prayer.
On this occasion, the police officers laid wreaths on the coffins of the martyrs while a police squad presented a salute to the martyrs.
SSP Operations Kashif Aftab Abbasi, and SSP Operations Kashif Aftab Abbasi expressed condolences to the bereaved families.

290-kg dead chicken meat discarded

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SARGODHA, Mar 12 (APP):A Punjab Food Authority (PFA) team discarded 290 kilograms (kg) of dead chicken from the area of Harnoli of district Mianwali.
According to a press release issued by PFA office here on Tuesday, the food safety team along with police concerned stopped a rickshaw loaded with dead chicken, to which,the PFA team discarded the meat, impounded the vehicle and got registered case against the accused.

Two brothers, maternal uncle killed in road accident

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MULTAN, Mar 12 (APP):Three people among two brothers with maternal uncle were killed after their motorbike was hit with the bus near Rangpur Police Station.

According to rescuer, Altaf Hussain, 22, s/o Muhammad Ashiq was crushed to death on the spot. While the injured being identified as Qaiser, 35, s/o Ghulam Yasin and Bezad, 14, s/o Muhammad Ashiq were shifted to Rangpur Rural Health Center (RHC) soon after the collapse.

However, Bezad reported to have succumbed to injuries on the way, while Muhammad Ashiq after reaching out the RHC.

Police of the concerned jurisdiction was informed which arrested the bus driver with seizing the bus into the custody.

The accident was said to have caused by carelessness and over-speeding of the bus driver, as per the initial enquiry.

ANF recovers 125 kg drugs in 13 operations

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Drugs

RAWALPINDI, Mar 12 (APP): Anti-Narcotics Force (ANF) while conducting 13 operations across the country managed to recover 125 kg drugs and arrested 18 accused, said an ANF Headquarters spokesman here on Tuesday.

He informed that 109 heroin-filled capsules were recovered from a passenger going to Sharjah at Lahore Airport.
700 grams of Ice was recovered from a passenger going to Doha at Multan Airport.

241 heroin-filled capsules were recovered from the possession of 4 passengers going to Sharjah at Peshawar Airport.

4 kg opium, 7.5 kg heroin, 33.6 kg hashish, and 1 kg Ice were recovered from two accused rounded up from G.T Road Gujrat.

2 kg opium, 16 kg hashish, and 1 kg suspicious material were recovered from the Dalbandin Chagai area while 13.2 kg hashish was recovered from the possession of two accused arrested near Khana Bridge Islamabad.

11 kg hashish was recovered from two suspects netted on National Highway Hyderabad.
8.4 kg of hashish was recovered from Dara Adamkhel.

7.2 kg of hashish was recovered near Express Highway Islamabad and an accused was also arrested.

1 kg opium and 5 kg hashish were recovered from a drug smuggler arrested near Qasim Chowk, Hyderabad.

In the 11th operation, 4.8 kg of hashish was recovered from Attock and two accused were rounded up.

3.6 kg hashish was recovered from a woman netted near Sangjani Toll Plaza Islamabad and in the 13th operation 3 kg hashish was recovered from an accused nabbed near Jamshoro Toll Plaza.

Cases under the Anti-Narcotics Act have been registered against the arrested accused and further investigations are under process.

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