ECP sets up election monitoring centres

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Sun, 31 Dec 2023, 9:46 PM

LAHORE, Dec 31 (APP):The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has established the Election Monitoring and Control Centers to register public complaints for general election.

The ECP local chapter sources told APP that the centers had been established at provincial, divisional and district levels, extending beyond Islamabad, for swift resolution.

Sources said trained personnel had been deployed at the Election Monitoring and Control Centers to swiftly address and resolve complaints.

The control rooms will maintain communication with relevant personnel and stakeholders, including preliminary findings, Returning Officers and District Returning Officers.

Individuals can register complaints related to the general elections with EMCC staff by emailing complaints to complaints@ecp.gov.pk or sending them via WhatsApp to 0327-5050610.

A helpline at 111-327-000 has also been established for the convenience of complainants, operating initially from eight morning to six evening.

CM felicitates nation on start of Year 2024

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Sun, 31 Dec 2023, 9:06 PM

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LAHORE, Dec 31 (APP):Chief Minister Punjab Mohsin Naqvi, while congratulating the nation on the start of year 2024, said that “our resolve is much higher than the challenges”.

Hopefully, the year 2024 would bring a ray of hope for the Pakistani nation, he said and added “Every achievement is possible with determination, resolve and hard work”.

The CM underscored that it was utmost strive of the government to bring betterment in lives of people in the year 2024. “Pakistan has commenced its journey of progress and it is not going to halt now. The future of Pakistan is bright and prosperous.”

Mohsin Naqvi underlined that “we should say good bye to the year 2023 and welcome the new year 2024. We will have to take into account over achievements and failures. We reiterate our pledge to utilise all our abilities in order to make Pakistan a prosperous country.”

PPP key player for formation of govt: Gilani

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Sun, 31 Dec 2023, 8:30 PM

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MULTAN, Dec 31 (APP): Former Prime Minister and PPP Central Leader Syed Yusuf Raza Gilani said on Sunday that no government could be formed in the country without the Pakistan Peoples Party.

He said this while talking to journalists on the occasion of the participation of a good number of people from the Christian Community in PPP.

Gilani stressed the need for a level playing field in politics. He called on the Election Commission to ensure transparent elections.

Syed Yusuf Raza Gilani thanked the Christian community in South Punjab, particularly in Multan, for their support for PPP.

He highlighted the challenges faced by minorities and pledged to address the issues by actively participating in the parliament. Gilani expressed solidarity with the Palestinian cause, advocating for their freedom.

To a query, Gilani stated PPP’s commitment to democracy, mentioning the 85% implementation of the Charter of Democracy between Shaheed Benazir Bhutto and Nawaz Sharif.

He asserted PPP’s role in the development of South Punjab, citing projects like the International Airport and Motorways.

Gilani also mentioned the approval of Cadet College in Multan. Responding a different questions, he acknowledged Bilawal Bhutto Zardari’s initiation of election rallies and the forthcoming rallies in Punjab.

On this occasion, Naveed Amir Jeeva, Bishop Leo Rodrick Paul, Father Naeem Javed, Younus Javed, Father Atif, Father Faheem Shahzad, Father Faheem Shahzad, Father Aurangzeb, Father Ali Izar Tahir, and others were also present.

KSA endows special funding for IIUI

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Sun, 31 Dec 2023, 8:26 PM

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ISLAMABAD, Dec 31 (APP):Dr Hathal Homoud Alotaibi, President of International Islamic University continuing his efforts to take the university out of the financial crisis, managed to arrange more assistance from Saudi Arabia as salaries of the IIUI employees for December were managed through the Saudi Financial Support Fund.

According to IIUI officials, the total Budgetary Support in the Shape of “Support for Payment of Salary” from Saudi Arabia to IIUI = 818 Million PKR. This includes Budget Support for F/Y 2022-23 and payment of arrears & allowances. Also, Payment of Salary for December 2023 = 300 Million PKR.

In addition, Budgetary Support in the Shape of “Support for University Development Projects” makes a total of 86 Million PKR in this regard.

Since his joining in 2020, Dr. Hathal Homoud through his reforms in the light of the strategic plan has led the university to manage salaries, arrears and developmental projects through Saudi funding. Moreover, a grand mosque during his tenure has already been approved by the Saudi government (with an estimated cost of about $32 million) at the new campus of the university.

Dr. Hathal has once again reiterated his resolve to take the university out of the financial crisis and assured that academic excellence shall remain a top priority.

IIUI Rector, Dr. Samina Malik while thanking the Saudi Government for the continuous support of the university has said that the university is an omen of the strong bond between both brother countries.

She said the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques has always been generous to support IIUI.

She added that the whole IIUI community is thankful to Saudi Arabia for financial assistance to the university.

A beautiful view of the last sunset of the year 2023 in the city

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Sun, 31 Dec 2023, 8:13 PM

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APP45-311223 HYDERABAD: December 31 - A beautiful view of the last sunset of the year 2023 in the city. APP/FHN/TZD/FHA

Sindhi writers, intellectuals and Sindhi folk singers throwing rose petals in the Indus River during last sunset of 2023 at Almanzar Picnic Point

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Sun, 31 Dec 2023, 8:12 PM

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APP44-311223 HYDERABAD: December 31 - Sindhi writers, intellectuals and Sindhi folk singers throwing rose petals in the Indus River during last sunset of 2023 at Almanzar Picnic Point. APP/FHN/TZD/FHA

A beautiful view of the last sunset of the year 2023 at Sea view

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Sun, 31 Dec 2023, 8:11 PM

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APP40-311223 KARACHI: December 31 - A beautiful view of the last sunset of the year 2023 at Sea view. APP/SDQ/TZD/FHA

IESCO resorts to 6-8 power load-management

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Sun, 31 Dec 2023, 7:43 PM

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ISLAMABAD, Dec 31 (APP): Islamabad Electric Supply Company (IESCO) has resorted to six to eight hours of power load-management in all operation circles of the company due to a gap in demand and supply.

According to IESCO spokesperson, load management would be ended after the restoration of normal supply to the company from the national grid system.

The company regretted the inconvenience to the valued consumers, he said.

He said the load management schedule has already been uploaded at the IESCO website www.IESCO.com.pk.

RTO Rawalpindi collects Rs. 21 billion in December; achieves target: Tehmina

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Sun, 31 Dec 2023, 7:31 PM

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ISLAMABAD, Dec 31 (APP): Regional Tax Office (RTO), Rawalpindi, by collecting Rs. 21 billion tax in December 2023 has achieved its revenue target set for this month, said Chief Commissioner Tehmina Amir in a statement issued here on Sunday.

She further said that the RTO Rawalpindi has also realised its quarterly (October-December) revenue collection target.

Aqeel, Sarah emerge victorious in 8th Serena Hotels Tennis C’ships

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Sun, 31 Dec 2023, 7:20 PM

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ISLAMABAD, Dec 31 (APP): Aqeel Khan continued his dominance at the national level as he clinched men’s singles title of the 8th Serena Hotels National Ranking Tennis Championships 2023 by beating promising Muhammad Shoaib in the final at the PTF-SDA Tennis Complex, Islamabad on Sunday.

Aqeel won the first set 6-3, but Shoaib showed his class as Aqeel conceded the second set 1-6. However, Aqeel bounced back to take the third set 6-2 to win the title.

Meanwhile, in the ladies’ singles final, Sarah Mahboob Khan overpowered Meheq Khokhar 6-3,6-2 to annex the title.

Elsewhere, in the boys’ single 14 under final, Amir Mazari defeated Abdul Basit in a seesaw battle 7-5,5-7,7-5 to lift the title.

Associated Press Of Pakistan

ECP sets up election monitoring centres

CM felicitates nation on start of Year 2024

PPP key player for formation of govt: Gilani

KSA endows special funding for IIUI

A beautiful view of the last sunset of the year 2023 in the city

Sindhi writers, intellectuals and Sindhi folk singers throwing rose petals in the Indus River during last sunset of 2023 at Almanzar Picnic Point

A beautiful view of the last sunset of the year 2023 at Sea view

IESCO resorts to 6-8 power load-management

RTO Rawalpindi collects Rs. 21 billion in December; achieves target: Tehmina

Aqeel, Sarah emerge victorious in 8th Serena Hotels Tennis C’ships

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