Blacksmith at Juna Market sharpens knives (to be used for slaughtering sacrificial animal) in connection with Eidul Azha
A vendor displaying the sacrificial animals to attract customers in connection with upcoming Eidul Adha
One terrorist killed, three injured in Tirah IBO: ISPR
RAWALPINDI, Jun 28 (APP): A terrorist was killed and three others were injured by the security forces in an intense exchange of fire during an Intelligence-Based Operation (IBO) in general area Tirah of Khyber District on June 27.
Weapons and ammunition were also recovered from the killed terrorist, the Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR) said on Thursday.
The sanitization of the area was carried out to eliminate other terrorists, if any, found in the area.
“The security forces are determined to root out the menace of terrorism from the country,” the ISPR said.
BISP disbursed Rs. 42b among over 4.6 million beneficiaries under Benazir Kafaalat
ISLAMABAD, Jun 28 (APP): Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) has disbursed Rs. 42 billion among over 4.6 million beneficiary women under the Benazir Kafaalat.
The BISP is disbursing fourth quarterly tranche of Benazir Kafaalat for the Financial Year-2022-23.
Under Benazir Kafaalat, 90 lakh registered beneficiary families are entitled to a quarterly installment of Rs 9,000 per household.
BISP has already released over Rs 81 billion to its partner banks, that is, Bank Alfalah and HBL for disbursement among the beneficiaries through their retail distribution network. Along with Benazir Kafaalat, Benazir educational scholarships are also being given out to the children of registered families, however, 70 percent attendance in the school is mandatory to receive educational scholarships, said the spokesman of the programme.
Disbursement of the tranche continued on June 28, 2023 through banks’ retailers despite the public holiday, however, payments will remain suspended during Eid-ul-Azha holidays and Banks’ holiday on Monday, July 3.
The payments will be resumed from July 4, and will continue till the payment to all remaining beneficiaries, the statement continued.
In case of any complaint, beneficiaries can approach the nearest BISP Tehsil Offices or call on toll-free helpline number 080026477 of Benazir Income Support Program.
The BISP spokesman reiterated that any messages from Benazir Income Support Program are sent only from 8171 and messages from any other number should not be trusted.
Bonded Warehouse Policy introduced to end dry outs in petroleum sector: Dr. Musadik
LAHORE, Jun 28 (APP): Minister of State for Petroleum Dr. Musadik Malik said on Wednesday that government had introduced a new policy of ‘bonded warehouse’ to do away with dry outs problem in the petroleum sector.
Under this policy, he explained, the foreign companies doing legal business of oil from around the world could construct bonded warehouse for oil storage in various major cities and it would not only bring in foreign exchange reserves to Pakistan but also ensure all the time availability of petrol and diesel in the country.
It would also break the monopoly of a few oil marketing companies, which used to create artificial shortage of oil in the country on various pretext, and also discourage illegal hoarding of oil to gain more profits, he added.
Addressing a press conference here, he said the government was taking appropriate and comprehensive measures to maintain or gradually lower the prices of energy including petroleum, gas and electricity.
Dr. Musadik added that foreign companies which stored petroleum and diesel in the bonded warehouse, would definitely get themselves registered here in Pakistan and would have to open their business accounts in the local commercial banks. Consequently, it would resolve the issue of LCs (Letters of Credit) confirmation as these companies would make business transactions in dollar or in Pak rupee directly through banks and in a way, it would also release the pressure on country’s foreign reserves exchange and create a little bit space for the government in making various payments, he said. He added that this initiative would also do away with LCs charges, which so far were being passed on to the end consumer.
He asserted that it would be a great relief and facilitation for the small filling stations which faced even more problems during shortage of oil, and now they would be able to continue their business after buying oil from the bonded warehouses.
Dr. Musadik said, “On behalf of Prime Minister, I am giving this good news to people as this is Eid festivity so we should set aside the political talks for a while. Today, I will not speak about whatever the PTI is doing or had been doing to bring the country on the verge of collapse. It’s Eid gala, so it is responsibility of the government to give hope to the people.”
The Minister of State for Petroleum said that all the criticism by the PTI regarding Russian oil agreement and its shipment was now died down as second oil shipment from Russia also reached Pakistan. He mentioned that coalition government recently made a deal with Azerbaijan on its own terms and conditions for inexpensive gas, citing that under this deal, Azerbaijan would offer a gas tanker every month and it would up to Pakistan whether to purchase or not.
“We will purchase this gas if it is in our favour price. This deal will also help end gas shortage in the country during winter season. We have arranged inexpensive oil and gas and also put in place an effective and viable solution to cope with dry outs problem in petroleum sector,” he remarked.
In addition, he said that as per commitment of the government for promotion of renewable energy, the Prime Minister had also launched four solar energy projects with an accumulative capacity of 10000 mega watt. The Prime Minister also issued directives for working out a comprehensive plan to divert all the major petroleum companies of Pakistan towards renewable energy, green hydrogen and green ammonia, he added.
Poor, destitute should not be forgotten on Eid: Tessori
KARACHI, Jun 28 (APP): Sindh Governor Kamran Khan Tessori on Wednesday, congratulating the people on Eidul Azha, said following the Sunnah of Prophet Hazrat Ibrahim (AS) they sacrificed animals every year as per the command of Allah Almighty, they should also not forget those who were not able to perform the religious obligation.
The governor, in his message on Eid ul Azha, said the poor and destitute people, and those who were badly affected by economic conditions, deserved the most attention from their well-off brethren, and the Islamic injunctions in that regard were also clear that they were entitled to the meat of sacrificial animals.
Some 100 camels would be sacrificed at the Governor House, whose meat would be distributed among the deserving and needy people, he added.
The governor asserted that the darkness from society could be removed by following the Sunnah of Hazrat Ibrahim (AS). “A welfare society can be established if we mould our lives as per sayings of the Prophet.”
He recalled that Pakistan came into being as a result of the great sacrifices of Muslims and it could be made a stable, strong, prosperous and Islamic welfare state if “all of us remove our differences”.
The governor said the entire nation condemned the May 9 incidents and proved that no conspiracy against the country’s security and stability could succeed.
People are buying fodder for their sacrificial animals from roadside setup
Archbishop extends Eid greetings to Muslims
ISLAMABAD, Jun 28 (APP): Archbishop Dr. Joseph Arshad has extended his heartfelt greetings to all Muslim brothers and sisters in Pakistan and around the world on the occasion of Eid ul Azha.
He, in a statement issued here, said Eid ul Azha teaches sacrifices and invites us to respect, tolerance, and love for all which were the cornerstones of an integrated society.
On this blessed occasion, he also remembered all those suffering in pain and anguish who are not able to celebrate the joy of Eid.
He invited all who were blessed with numerous resources to reach out to help the deserving people so that they can also join in the celebrations of Eid ul Azha with joyful hearts.
On the occasion, he said let us pray to God to refresh our spirit to make Pakistan a prosperous and flourishing nation.
Archbishop offered his prayerful and best wishes to all Muslim brothers and sisters, political leaders, Armed forces, members of civil society, media and bureaucracy.
He also prayed that may Almighty God bless us all on Eid ul Azha so that we may live peacefully and take care of the weak and poor people of our society.
Two persons busy in bathing their sacrificial animal in front of home
A vendor displaying colourful bangles to attract the customers at Resham Gali in connection with upcoming Eidul Azha
