GILGIT: May 05 –
CM pledges to maintain peace in city
KARACHI, May 05 (APP):Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah has vowed to maintain peace in Karachi at any cost, saying that the city has already paid a heavy price of bloodshed.
“We have paid a heavy price for peace in Karachi by sacrificing citizens, political workers, police, rangers, and army personnel. Therefore, peace in the city is very important to us.”
He was speaking at the condolence meeting of Shaheed Akbar Nagori, the younger brother of former provincial minister Javed Nagori held at Kikri Ground, Lyari.
The meeting was attended by Local Govt Minister Saeed Ghani, MNAs Nabil gabol, Qadir Patel, Senator Masroor Ahsan, MPA Asif Khan, and a large number of party workers, and people of Lyari.
Murad Shah stated that the PPP government had previously restored law and order in the city, and they would do the same to tackle the street crime challenge efficiently.
In May 2015, a terrorist attack claimed the life of Akbar Nagori, a dedicated political worker, Murad Shah recalled the tragic incident. He also highlighted the immense sacrifices the people of Lyari, including men, women, and children, made to restore and strengthen democracy in the country.
According to the CM, the people of Lyari are truly patriotic and politically aware. “They have actively participated in various political movements, including men, women, and even their children,” he said.
The chief minister mentioned that the Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto has instructed him to provide Layri’s people with health, education, water, and sanitation facilities.
He stated that most of the internal roads in Lyari have been developed, and health and education facilities have been improved in the area. Additionally, the Kikri ground, which holds historical significance, has been converted into a significant sports facility to encourage children and youth to engage in healthy activities.
Murad Shah urged the people of Lyari to provide their children with a good education, enabling them to compete for jobs in Pakistan’s Army, Navy, Police, and other prestigious national institutions.
IESCO issues power suspension programme
ISLAMABAD, May 05 (APP):Islamabad Electric Supply Company (IESCO) on Sunday issued a power suspension programme for Monday for various areas of its region due to necessary maintenance and routine development work.
According to IESCO Spokesman, the power supply of different feeders and grid stations would remain suspended for the period from 08:00 AM to 1:00 PM, Islamabad Circle, Lohi Bhir Feeder, Rawalpindi City Circle, Khanna-II, KRL, Sadiqabad Feeders, Rawalpindi Cantt Circle, Morgah, Foji Foundation, Mohra Nagyal, Mehboob Shaheed, AOWHS, Wilayat Complex, X-Liar Colony, Pindi Board, Park View, Major Riaz, Lal Zar, Jhawara, Dhamial.I, Gulshan Saeed, Lalkarti, Cantt, UC Lakhan, Shah Jeevan, Quaid-e-Azam Colony, Qasim Base, Japan Road, Feeders, Attock Circle, Pind Padian, Valley, Gulshan Sehat, Sangjani, Shahullah Dutta, Paswal, Sarai Kharboza Feeders, Jhelum Circle, Mohalla Shaheedan, Kohar, Paran, Shamsabad, Abbaspura, F-7 Kachhari, F-2 Chip Board, Industrial, Burin, Khakhlian, New Sanghui, Chotala, Kantrela, Suhawa Kachhari, Main Bazar Suhawa feeders, Chakwal Circle, CS Shah, Dandoot, Bilalabad feeders and surrounding areas.
Each player to get $100,000 cash award if team lifts T20 World Cup: PCB chairman
Naeem Niazi
LAHORE, May 05 (APP):Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Mohsin Naqvi has announced $100,000 cash award for each player if the Pakistan cricket team wins the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 in West Indies and the USA next month.
The PCB chief visited the Gaddafi Stadium – where the green shirts are preparing for the Ireland series – to meet players and interact with them prior to their departure for the T20 World Cup. He stayed with the team for two hours and, later, hosted a luncheon for the cricket team and officials at a local hotel, said the PCB spokesperson here on Sunday.
Pakistan Men’s cricket team is due to leave for Ireland and England T20Is series on May 7 (Tuesday) and will fly to New York for the ICC T20I World Cup from England.
“The prize money is of no value when compared with win in the world cup,” Mohsin Naqvi said, expressing the hope that the green shirts would play fearless cricket and raise their country’s flag. Urging them to exhibit team-work in the field, the PCB chief asked cricketers to play for Pakistan, adding that “success would be yours if you play as one unit. Giver your best on the cricket pitch. Give a good fight to the opposition. Victory will be yours and loss mine,” Naqvi said.
Talking to Shaeen Shah Afridi, he said: “Shaheen will produce his best in the ICC Men’s T20I World Cup”, adding that the nation had high hopes from the ace fast bowler and he must come up to their expectations.
The PCB chief also presented specially designed green shirts to wicket keeper batsman Mohammad Rizwan and fast bowlers Naseem Shah for reaching individual milestones in the T20I cricket. Mohammad Rizwan completed his 3000 runs while Naseem Shah bagged 100 wickets in the T20Is for Pakistan.
National Men’s cricket selectors Wahab Riaz, Mohammad Yousaf, Captain Babar Azam, Head Coach (Ireland T20I series) former all-rounder Azher Mehmood and Director international cricket Usman Wahla were also present.
HEC cricket team secures spot in semi-finals of President’s Cup 2024
ISLAMABAD, May 05 (APP): The cricket team of Higher Education Commission (HEC) has made a remarkable journey to the semi-finals of the President’s Cup 2024, topping the points table with wins against State Bank of Pakistan, Pakistan Television Corporation, and WAPDA.
In an enthralling match on Sunday, the HEC cricket team emerged victorious by 1 wicket against WAPDA, showcasing their exceptional skills and determination. Aqib Liaquat, a student of the University of Sargodha, was the star of the show, taking 5 wickets with his brilliant bowling.
The team, comprising university students, has been competing against professional and international cricketers, making their achievement even more commendable.
Dr. Mukhtar Ahmed, Chairman HEC, Dr. Zia Ul Qayyum, Executive Director HEC, and Mr. Javed Ali Memon, Incharge Sports and Co-curricular Activities Division, HEC expressed their heartfelt appreciation for the team’s outstanding performance.
“This achievement is a testament to the HEC’s commitment to promoting sports and extracurricular activities among university students and providing them opportunities of growth in every walk of life including sports,” said the Chairman HEC.
This year, the HEC is launching the Talent Hunt Cricket, an initiative under the Prime Minister’s Youth Programme (PMYP) for young athletes aged 15-25 years. This initiative aims to identify, nurture, and develop the cricketing talent of Pakistani youth, providing them with opportunities to compete at the national and international levels, he expressed.
The HEC has been actively promoting cricket and other sports among university students, providing platforms for them to showcase their talent and compete at the national and international levels, he said and added, the HEC cricket team will face Sui Northern Gas Pipeline in their next match on May 6, 2024.
Deputy PMs of Pakistan, Somalia discuss ways to strengthen bilateral ties
ISLAMABAD, May 5 (APP): Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar on Sunday met with Deputy Prime Minister of Somalia, Salah Jama, on the margins of 15th OIC Islamic Summit in Banjul, The Gambia.
The two sides appreciated the longstanding friendly ties between Pakistan and Somalia and discussed measures to further strengthen bilateral relations with special focus on trade, economic cooperation and people-to-people exchanges.
They also discussed bilateral cooperation at multilateral fora including the United Nations and OIC, and exchanged views on a range of recent regional and global developments, especially in the Middle East.
Both Deputy Prime Ministers expressed solidarity with the people of Palestine and underlined the urgency of an immediate ceasefire in Gaza and unimpeded delivery of humanitarian aid for the people of Gaza.
Bilawal felicitates newly elected ANP President Aimal Wali
KARACHI, May 05 (APP): Chairman Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) Bilawal Bhutto Zardari has extended warm felicitations to the newly elected President of the Awami National Party (ANP), Senator Aimal Wali Khan.
The PPP Chairman, in his congratulatory message to Senator Aimal Wali Khan on Sunday, expressed his confidence that the legacy of democracy and progressive ideology, rooted in the principles of Bacha Khan, would continue to flourish under Aimal Wali Khan’s leadership.
He said that the transition of leadership within political parties to the younger generation marked the onset of a promising new chapter. “I remain optimistic that the trajectory of Pakistan’s future is bright and promising,” he added.
Saudi trade delegation arrives in Pakistan for investment cooperation
ISLAMABAD, May 5 (APP):A 50-member high-level Saudi trade delegation led by the Assistant Investment Minister of Saudi Arabia, Ibrahim Almubarak, arrived here on Sunday with an aim to explore various avenues of trade and investment in a bid to strengthen bilateral relations between the two countries.
Upon their arrival at Noor Khan Air Base, the Saudi dignitaries were welcomed by Minister for Commerce Jam Kamal Khan and Petroleum Minister Musadik Masood Malik, said a press release issued by the Ministry of Commerce.
Minister for Commerce Jam Kamal Khan highlighted that the three-day visit of the Saudi delegation geared towards enhancing trade relations between investors from both countries and identifying trade and investment opportunities across various sectors of Pakistan’s economy.
He said that the Ministry had selected numerous Pakistani companies in relevant sectors for Business-to-Business (B2B) meetings with their Saudi counterparts, adding that leading Pakistani companies would collaborate with 30 Saudi companies across different sectors.
The B2B meetings will specifically target sectors such as agriculture, mining, human resources, energy, chemicals and maritime. Moreover, discussions will extend to investment prospects in other sectors including refinery, IT, religious tourism, telecom, aviation, construction, water and power generation, he said.
The minister emphasized that the objective of these discussions was to identify investment opportunities that would generate employment and boost exports between the two countries. He also noted that local companies would present their business and investment proposals to their Saudi counterparts.
The minister expressed optimism that several companies would be able to finalize business and investment deals during the B2B session, fostering greater economic cooperation between Saudi Arabia and Pakistan.
CDA hosts successful Taekwondo competition for students
ISLAMABAD, May 05 (APP): The Capital Development Authority (CDA) is committed to enhancing recreational opportunities for citizens, particularly children, under the guidance of Chairman Chaudhry Muhammad Ali Randhawa.
In line with this commitment, the Department of Sports, Culture and Tourism organized a Taekwondo competition on Sunday, which saw enthusiastic participation from private school students.
More than 350 students from various private schools, including Beacon House and Asas, showcased their skills and sportsmanship at the Taekwondo competition.
The event, aimed at promoting physical activity and healthy competition among the youth, witnessed fierce but friendly contests among the participants.
Prizes were awarded to the first, second, and third position holders by the Director of Sports, Culture, and Tourism, recognizing their dedication and talent in the martial art of Taekwondo.
Commenting on the success of the event, the CDA administration reiterated its commitment to providing top-notch facilities to citizens while prioritizing recreational activities for children.
This event underscores the CDA’s ongoing efforts to foster a vibrant and active community in the capital city. Looking ahead, the CDA administration pledges to continue organizing such events regularly, ensuring a diverse range of recreational activities for the youth of Islamabad, the Authority’s administration said.