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ECP takes action against election code violation

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QUETTA, Jan 04 (APP): The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP), Baluchistan chapter has taken action on violation of the election code of conduct in Quetta.
 Illegal banners and posters displayed by party workers in PB-38 and PB-43, have been removed due to violation of code of conduct,  the ECP spokesman said on Thursday.
The operation was carried out on the directives of the District Returning Officer (DRO) Quetta, the District Monitoring Officer and Monitoring Teams. During the operation, the concerned authorities removed the Panaflex and other objectionable posters installed and displayed on highways and top of buildings.
“Political parties and candidates should abide by the code of conduct issued by the Election Commission, ” DMO Quetta said. He said that the code of conduct issued by the ECP prohibits the installation of election materials on government buildings and properties.

Irregularities’ allegations in FCPS seats to be investigated: ED PIMS

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Zaka Ullah Ch
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PIMS
ISLAMABAD, Jan 4 (APP): Executive Director of Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS), Professor Dr Imran Sikander, has constituted an inquiry committee after taking notice of the allegations of irregularities in the selection of FCPS seats.
According to Dr Mubasher Daha, spokesperson to the PIMS ED, the committee will submit its report within three days after the investigation.
Dr Mubasher Daha said that the PIMS administration believed in transparency and merit, and the inquiry committee formed on the request in that regard would investigate the matter transparently.
The findings of the three-member committee headed by Prof Dr Mazhar Badshah with Professor Dr Altaf Hussain and Professor Dr Arif Khan as its members, would be made public, and action would be taken against those found responsible, he added.
The spokesperson said that PIMS Dean Professor Dr Rizwan Taj had not interfered in the matter of selection, as full powers had been given to the selection committee and head of the department.
He reiterated that the hospital administration had no involvement in the selection of post-graduate seats. He said that a transparent procedure had been devised in that regard, according to which the graduate had a degree from public, private, or abroad, and marks were given accordingly.
Apart from that, marks obtained in research and MBBS or academic records were also taken into consideration for selection, he added. The spokesperson said that the head of the department of the respective faculty was included in the committee for the selection of graduates.
He said that the final decision regarding the selection was made on merit and added that the reports of irregularities regarding the hospital administration were baseless. “The hospital administration will fulfil its obligations regarding the implementation of transparency.”

NTL and NRTC forge partnership for indigenous biometric technology development

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Zaka Ullah Ch
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NADRA
ISLAMABAD, Jan 04 (APP): National Database Regulation Authority (NADRA) Technologies Limited (NTL) and National Radio & Telecommunication Corporation (NRTC) inked a Memorandum of Understanding, signalling a joint effort in the indigenous co-development and production of biometric technologies.
According to the press release issued on Thursday, The signing ceremony took place today at NADRA Headquarters, formalizing this collaborative venture.
NTL, renowned as a system integrator for Digital Identity Solutions using the Pakistan ID Stack, brings a wealth of expertise to the partnership. Its domestic offerings include its flagship product e-Sahulat and a bouquet of biometric verification services enabling fintech and telecom sectors. Internationally, NTL has successfully implemented projects in e-governance, e-passports, smart identity cards, and civil registration.
NRTC, with its specialization in telecommunication equipment, electronic systems, surveillance platforms, and software solutions, adds its state-of-the-art design and manufacturing capabilities to the collaboration. Renowned for both defence and civil sector products, NRTC operates with distinction at home and abroad.
This collaboration is geared towards the indigenous design and production of biometric and identity-related technologies, serving both local and international markets.
The MoU was signed by MD NRTC, Brigadier Muhammad Asim Ishaque, and CEO NTL, Gohar Ahmad Khan, marking a significant milestone in the joint pursuit of indigenous technological advancements. Senior management from both NTL and NRTC witnessed the signing ceremony.

CDA decides automation of property record to avoid bogus, fraudulent cases

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Zaka Ullah Ch
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CDA
ISLAMABAD, Jan 04 (APP): Capital Development Authority (CDA) has decided to go ahead with the automation of residential and commercial property record in the federal capital. The civic management had been pondering over the project for the last nine years for automation of property record in Islamabad in order to avoid bogus and fraudulent cases.
In this connection, the CDA Chairman Captain (R) Anwar ul Haq had chaired the meeting of  CDA Development Working Party, in which an amount of Rs170 million PC-1, of the automation project was approved for achieving the objectives.
The meeting was attended by officials from the ministries of finance, planning and interior.
According to the details, the contract for the automation of property record
would be given to a government firm.
The firm would be responsible for computerizing record of 45 million papers in a period of two years.
The firm would also be responsible for maintaining and running the automation working of the property record.

Pakistan to always champion Jammu & Kashmir cause: PM

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Munir Hussain
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ISLAMABAD, Jan 4 (APP): Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar on Thursday said that Pakistan would always champion the Jammu and Kashmir cause and its resolution as per the United Nations Security Council resolutions and the wishes of the Kashmiri people.
He was speaking at the ongoing Envoys’ Conference being held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs from January 4-6, 2024.
Pakistan’s envoys from important capitals are participating in the conference and are deliberating on various facets of Pakistan’s foreign policy.
Welcoming the prime minister, Foreign Minister Jalil Abbas Jilani outlined the framework of discussions at the Envoys’ Conference and its importance as a deliberative forum on diplomatic challenges and opportunities for Pakistan in view of the global and regional developments.
He underscored the need for strengthening the anchoring role of the Foreign Office in foreign policy formulation and implementation.
The prime minister, in his key-note address, shared his perspective about the pressing demands on the conduct of Pakistan’s foreign policy to align it with present-day imperatives.
He said that the foreign policy should be guided by a vision of Pakistan as a progressive, economically ascendant state that prioritizes the socio-economic well-being of its people.
It should also continue to aim for peace and mutually beneficial relations across the globe, he added. Pakistan would continue to stand for international law and purposes and principles of the United Nations Charter, mainstreaming economic diplomacy and support the Palestinian cause, the prime minister said.
He termed the conference timely and relevant against the backdrop of profound transformations taking place in the region and around the globe.
He reaffirmed his trust in Pakistan’s diplomacy and diplomats in their capability to fully deliver despite pressing odds, and expressed the hope that the deliberations of the conference would lead to practical suggestions to navigate Pakistan’s foreign policy through present day challenges.
PM Kakar extended his best wishes to the Foreign Office and Pakistani diplomats in safeguarding the country’s interests and advancing its global stature.

TDAP launches a robust strategy to further bolster sesame seed export

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Zaka Ullah Ch
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TDAP
QUETTA, Jan 04 (APP): The Trade Development Authority of Pakistan (TDAP) in collaboration with the Ministry of Commerce, has launched a robust strategy to further bolster Pakistan’s position in the global sesame seed export market.
The strategy’s core component involves conducting targeted awareness sessions on international market trends in key sesame-growing clusters across the country, with Punjab, Sindh, and Balochistan identified as primary contributors to sesame seed production.
To inaugurate this strategic initiative, TDAP organized the inaugural seminar on Thursday, in Lasbela, in collaboration with Lasbela University of Agriculture Water and Marine Sciences, Uthal, said a news release received here.
The event drew the participation of growers, farmers, agriculture extension officers from Balochistan, and other stakeholders.
The seminar’s overarching objective was to enlighten growers and farmers about international market dynamics, effective value-addition strategies, and pre and post-harvest procedures to optimize sesame seed yields.
Pakistan has witnessed an extraordinary 278 percent increase in sesame seed exports during the first half of the current fiscal year. From July to December 2023, exports surged to an impressive US$364 million, showcasing a significant leap compared to the same period in 2022.
Director-General of Agro and Food, Athar Hussain Khokhar highlighted the government’s efforts to promote sesame seed exports. He assured growers that TDAP and the Ministry of Commerce have developed a special business plan for enhancing sesame export, as the product has the potential to reach $1 Billion in next few years.
Distinguished speakers, including the Vice-Chancellor of the University of Lasbela and the Dean of the Faculty of Agriculture, addressed the seminar.
The latter part of the seminar featured insights from the Consul General of Pakistan in Shanghai and the Trade and Investment Counselor in Beijing, offering valuable information on export requirements and potential opportunities for sesame seed exports to China.
In the seminar, representatives from local farmers/growers discussed their challenges, while a leading exporter from Karachi outlined their sesame seed export requirements.
The session was enriched by the active participation of Trade Attachés posted in China and an experienced sesame seed exporter from Karachi.
It is expected that Baluchistan’s sesame seed growers and farmers will adopt new production technologies, leading to enhanced yields.
With a heightened understanding of the export potential, it is further projected that sesame seed production will increase, contributing to a sustained growth trajectory in exports from Pakistan.
The success of this initiative exemplifies Pakistan’s commitment to fostering agricultural prosperity and international trade competitiveness.

Ethical implementation of SRM, cooperation linkages between global north & south imperative: Experts

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Zaka Ullah Ch
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SRM
ISLAMABAD, Jan 4 (APP):The experts at the conclusion of the two-day international conference on Solar Geo-engineering on Thursday said that  ethical implementation of solar radiation modification (SRM) technology through just and ethical implementation was imperative by developing cooperation linkages between the global north and south.
The COMSATS University Islamabad (CUI) and the Alliance for Just Deliberation on Solar Geo-engineering  convened the first two-day training seminar on evolving science intended to bulwark rising global warming and climate change, titled “Living with Climate Change: Awareness and Training on SRM” under the aim to extend the context of the new climate science and its governance challenge ahead among the policymakers, academia, civil society, and media.
During the second proceedings, the speakers deliberated on Policy and Youth Viewpoints on Climate Change and SRM. Dr. Jesse Reynolds from the DEGREES Initiative said that climate change was the most difficult challenge faced by international community that demanded dedicated scientific assets, capital and human resource to ward off adverse impacts of the global warming and environmental degradation.
He mentioned that his organisation was approaching international policy makers on SRM and solar geo-engineering as most its efforts were focussed on scientific research intended on managing climate risks.
Clara Botto of SRM Youth Watch, Italy (online) briefed the participants on emerging technology and its trends based on solar geo-engineering that demanded prudent and collaborative approach towards the SRM systems.
The session was followed by a survey on SRM by the CUI and DSG that aimed at focussing on the outcomes of the two-day international training seminar and gauged the knowledge of the participants on SRM.
Speaking on the ethical viewpoints for Pakistanis to consider in an SRM world, Dr. Ghulam Shabbir, CUI highlighted that the world was at the brink of major crisis due to nuclear arsenal and climate change, whereas the planet earth witnessed extinction of mankind for five times and it would be the sixth time which would be triggered due to mankind’s self-damaging techs.
He added that the race of progress had led to exacerbating damage to climate and environment risking human life to extinction on earth which needed a balance through moral and ethical values that could be found in religion.
In his vote of thanks by Chairman, Department of Meteorology, CUI, Dr Kalim Ullah extended his gratitude to the participants and felicitated the former Head of the Centre for Climate Research and Development (CCRD), CUI, Prof Dr Athar Hussain for holding the first successful international event on SRM.
He called the initiative was a great step that convened participants from diverse backgrounds to attend the training conference.  He thanked Hassaan Sipra, SRM Expert, DSG and Executive Director, DSG, Shuchi Talati for reaching from USA to participate in the conference.

Caretaker Federal Minister for IT and Telecommunication Dr. Umar Saif chairing 47th meeting of USF Policy Committee.

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Caretaker Federal Minister for IT and Telecommunication Dr. Umar Saif chairing 47th meeting of USF Policy Committee.
APP36-040124 ISLAMABAD: January 04 - Caretaker Federal Minister for IT and Telecommunication Dr. Umar Saif chairing 47th meeting of USF Policy Committee.
Caretaker Federal Minister for IT and Telecommunication Dr. Umar Saif chairing 47th meeting of USF Policy Committee.
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Three project started to generate energy from waste materials: Mayor Karachi

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Mayor Karachi

KARACHI, Jan 04 (APP): Mayor Karachi Barrister Murtaza Wahab has said that three projects had been started to generate energy from waste which would not only make Karachi clean but also create sources of energy.

Chairing a meeting here on Thursday, the Mayor said that Sindh was the first province in Pakistan that got energy from waste. Where this project has been started, we want to ensure the development of the city and take steps to solve the problems as soon as possible, he said.

Managing Director Sindh Solid Waste Management Board Naseemuddin Mirani, Project Director SWIP Zubair Ahmed Channa, officials of Green Waste Energy, Khan Renewable Energy and Engroee energy besides Karamullah Waqasi Spokesperson for Political Affairs for Mayor, Dil Muhammad, General Secretary PPP Central District Javed Mureed, Chairman UC and other concerned officers were also present on this occasion.

The Mayor Karachi told the officials of the companies that the public had high expectations from us, so complete the feasibility study and process of generating energy from waste as soon as possible.

In this regard, the briefing given by the companies on the timeline of the project was not satisfactory. The Mayor said to revise the timeline of completion of the project and give another briefing within a week and tell how long the project will be completed in phases.

According to details, Green Waste Energy will produce synthetic gas from waste, while Khan Renewable Company will generate 45 megawatts of electricity from waste and Engro Energy company is working on a project to produce RDF, while the companies have been allotted space at the landfill site Jam Chakro and Gondpas for the project.

Murtaza Solangi, Caretaker Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting addressing an event organized by Pakistan Disabled Foundation for special persons at National Press Club.

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Murtaza Solangi, Caretaker Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting addressing an event organized by Pakistan Disabled Foundation for special persons at National Press Club.
APP37-040124 ISLAMABAD: January 04 - Murtaza Solangi, Caretaker Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting addressing an event organized by Pakistan Disabled Foundation for special persons at National Press Club.
Murtaza Solangi, Caretaker Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting addressing an event organized by Pakistan Disabled Foundation for special persons at National Press Club.
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