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Over 1,500 candidates appear in Turbat University entry tests for spring 2026 admissions

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QUETTA, Dec 16 (APP): The University of Turbat successfully conducted entry tests on December 14 and 15 December 2025, for admissions to various undergraduate and graduate degree programs for the Spring 2026 session.
More than 1,500 candidates from across Balochistan appeared in the entry tests, including 45 percent female candidates.
The entry tests were conducted for admissions to over fifty undergraduate and graduate academic programs, including BS, AD, Post-AD, MBA, MPhil, MS, and PhD programs.
Under the dynamic leadership of Vice Chancellor Professor Dr Gul Hassan, the University of Turbat has obtained No Objection Certificates (NOCs) from the relevant academic and professional councils as well as the Higher Education Commission (HEC) for its undergraduate and graduate programs.
Academic programs of the university are duly recognized by the respective councils and the HEC.
According to the University of Turbat spokesperson, six examination centers were established at the main campus and city campus to facilitate the entry tests.
In line with special directives from the Vice Chancellor and to ensure the convenience of candidates, transportation facilities were also provided for candidates from Turbat city and remote areas to the examination centers.
In his electronic message, the Vice Chancellor expressed satisfaction over the transparent and smooth conduct of the examination process and reiterated that no compromise would be made on merit during the admission process.
He commended the collective efforts of the Chairman Admission Committee, Dr Muzaffar Hussain and his team, along with all Deans, heads of academic and administrative departments, the Registrar’s Office, Controller of Examinations Office,
Admission Cell, IT Section, faculty members, and administrative staff for the successful conduct of the entry tests.
The Vice Chancellor further stated that the university’s primary objective is to equip students with modern knowledge, emerging technologies, artificial intelligence, and digital skills, enabling graduates of the University of Turbat to contribute effectively to the socio-economic development of the province and the country.
It is worth noting that, to ensure high standards of teaching and learning, promote the use of modern technology, and align academic programs with evolving market needs, the syllabi and course schemes of all academic programs have been harmonized with the latest policies issued by the HEC.
This initiative aims to position the University of Turbat as a leading center of higher education and research in the region.
According to the Chairman of the Admission Committee, the results of the undergraduate entry tests will be announced on Wednesday, December 17, 2025, while merit lists will be published on the university’s official website and social media platforms.
Additionally, the results of the entry tests for graduate and B.Ed. programs will be announced by the National Testing Service (NTS) on December 20, 2025.

Agri dept surpasses wheat cultivation target in Faisalabad division

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FAISALABAD, Dec 16 (APP):The agriculture department has surpassed the wheat cultivation target in Faisalabad division by achieving 2.93 more than the last year.
It was revealed in a meeting held with Commissioner Raja Jahangir Anwar here on Tuesday, attended by the Director Agriculture (Extension) Chaudhry Khaid Mahmood and others.
The Agriculture Director said that wheat has been cultivated over 1,868,000 acres of land against the fixed target of 1,834,000 acres.
He said that last year, 1,809,000 acres of land was brought under wheat crop cultivation.
The commissioner has appreciated the efforts of the agriculture extension department for record wheat cultivation in the division.

Facilitation for citizens continues under Property Protection Ordinance

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KHANEWAL, Dec 16 (APP):The process of providing relief to citizens under the Property Protection Ordinance was continued in the district, with the District Resolution Committee successfully restoring possession of land to 34 applicants so far.
According to official sources, the eighth meeting of the District Resolution Committee (DRC) was held under the chairpersonship of Deputy Commissioner Maliha Rashid, during which 21 applications related to property disputes were heard. After hearing both parties, decisions on seven additional applications were announced, further strengthening public confidence in the dispute resolution mechanism.
The meeting was attended by Additional Deputy Commissioner Revenue Khalid Abbas Sial, along with assistant commissioners and other concerned officers. The committee reviewed cases in detail to ensure transparency and timely justice for aggrieved citizens.
Speaking on the occasion, Deputy Commissioner Maliha Rashid said that property-related disputes were being resolved within the stipulated time frame under the ordinance to provide swift relief to the public. She emphasized that strict action would be taken against those submitting false or baseless applications, adding that under the law, filing a fake claim could result in imprisonment of up to 10 years.
She reaffirmed the district administration’s commitment to safeguarding citizens’ property rights and ensuring that the provisions of the Property Protection Ordinance were implemented in letter and spirit to curb illegal occupation and protect lawful ownership.
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Meeting reviews mandate, achievement of wildlife department

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PESHAWAR, Dec 16 (APP): Secretary Climate Change and Wildlife Department Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Junaid Khan here Tuesday chaired a meeting to review mandate and achievements of wildlife department.
The meeting was attended by Special Secretary, Additional Secretaries, Chief Conservator and conservators from various wildlife divisions and formations.
Chief Conservator, Dr. Mohsin Farooq briefed the participants on the evolution, mandate and key achievements of wildlife department highlighting KP’s exceptional biodiversity and its global significance including the world’s largest surviving populations of Kashmir Markhor and Western Tragopan.
He also shared progress on wildlife law enforcement, expansion and management of protected areas, community-based conservation initiatives, UNESCO-recognized Biosphere Reserves and internationally acclaimed trophy hunting program that directly benefit local communities.
Briefing also focused proposed amendments in KP Wildlife and Biodiversity Act, 2015, allied rules, strengthening governance and improving enforcement mechanisms.
Secretary wildlife appreciated department’s performance and reaffirmed that provincial government would support upgrading wildlife laws and regulations. He assured that all proposed amendments would be forwarded to the KP law department at the earliest for legal cover and directed completion of necessary paperwork without.
He assured the establishment of a wildlife development fund similar to the one successfully operating in the KP Forest Department to ensure sustainable financing, strengthen field operations and enhance conservation outcomes.
The meeting concluded with a renewed commitment to strengthen wildlife conservation through robust legal reforms, institutional support and community participation and reinforcing KP role as a national and international leader in biodiversity protection.

Court adjourns illegal recruitment case against Parvez Elahi

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LAHORE, Dec 16 (APP): An anti-corruption court  on Tuesday adjourned proceedings in a case pertaining to alleged illegal recruitments in the Punjab Assembly against former chief minister Chaudhry Parvez Elahi and others until January 13.
Parvez Elahi did not appear before the court for the second consecutive hearing. The court approved his one-day exemption from appearance after his counsel informed the court that he was unwell and had been advised rest by doctors.
Former principal secretary to chief minister, Muhammad Khan Bhatti, also submitted an application seeking exemption from appearance, while other co-accused appeared before the court to mark their attendance.
Judge Javed Iqbal Waraich conducted the proceedings and directed Parvez Elahi and all other accused to ensure their appearance at the next hearing.
Meanwhile, four co-accused — Mukhtar Ahmed Ranjha, Haider Shafqat, Ejaz, and Zohaib — have filed applications seeking acquittal. The prosecution requested time to present arguments on these applications, which was granted by the court.
Charges have yet to be framed against Parvez Elahi and the other accused in the case.
Parvez Elahi, Muhammad Khan Bhatti, and other accused are facing allegations of fake and illegal recruitments in the Punjab Assembly, with the recruited candidates also nominated as accused in the case.

IHC orders for re-recording of testimonies in case against Imaan Mazari

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ISLAMABAD, Dec 16 (APP):The Islamabad High Court (IHC) on Tuesday ordered the trial court to re-record the statements of witnesses in a case against lawyers Hadi Ali Chatha and Imaan Mazari regarding the disputative tweets.
The court said that a fair trial is the constitutional right of the accused and no question should be raised on the trial.
Justice Muhammad Azam Khan heard the petition of Iman Mazari and Hadi Ali Chatha. Advocate Riasat Ali Azad took the stand that Iman Mazari had applied for adjournment due to illness, despite this, the statements of four witnesses were recorded in her absence, which is illegal.
Riasat Ali Azad told the court that senior lawyer Faisal Siddiqui’s power of attorney has arrived and he will present arguments in the next hearing. However, time should be given for arguments on the merits. He also said that it is necessary to record the complete record including the order of the Supreme Court. Assistant Attorney General Raja Zamiruddin took the stand that the testimonies that have been recorded are legal and this is another attempt to delay. However, Justice Azam Khan said that exemption is given in the trial so that the trial is not affected. The court inquired whether any pleader was appointed in the absence of Imaan Mazari? To which Hadi Ali Chatha said that no pleader was appointed nor was any lawyer present in the court.
Justice Azam Khan remarked that the court was not going into the merits at this stage but was only ordering the re-recording of the testimonies. With the consent of both the parties, the trial court was directed to re-record the testimonies and adjourned the hearing.

KP govt to introduce new youth-focused policies: Taj Tarand

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HAVELIAN, Dec 16 (APP): Adviser to the Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on Sports and Youth Affairs, Taj Muhammad Khan Tarand on Tuesday said that the provincial government is utilizing all available resources to empower youth and will soon introduce new policies in line with the opinions and needs of young people.
He was speaking at the closing ceremony of the Sports Week at Abbottabad University of Science and Technology (AUST). The week-long event witnessed enthusiastic participation by students, with competitions held in cricket, football, badminton and other sports.
The adviser also watched the cricket match played between the Management Sciences and Microbiology teams.
Addressing the gathering, he said such sports activities should be organized every semester, as sports not only serve as a healthy form of exercise but also play a key role in building a healthy society.
Taj Muhammad Khan Tarand said that the government would ensure the provision of sports facilities in areas where such amenities are lacking, while deficiencies in existing facilities would also be addressed on a priority basis.
He added that the youth of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa were making their mark in various sports.
He further said that besides cricket, other sports would also be promoted across the province and that the government would continue its full patronage of youth and sports at all levels.
At the conclusion of the ceremony, the adviser announced prize money of Rs 200,000 for the winning team and Rs 100,000 for the runners-up.

CDA chief, Yemeni envoy discuss embassy relocation

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ISLAMABAD, Dec 16 (APP):Chairman Capital Development Authority (CDA) and Chief Commissioner Islamabad Muhammad Ali Randhawa on Tuesday met Yemeni Ambassador Mohammed Motahar Alashabi at the CDA Headquarters to discuss matters of mutual interest and ways to enhance cooperation.
CDA chief, Yemeni envoy discuss embassy relocation
During the meeting, the Yemeni ambassador expressed his deep affection for Pakistan, describing it as a brotherly country, and appreciated the CDA’s initiatives for the development and beautification of the federal capital.
CDA chief, Yemeni envoy discuss embassy relocation
Randhawa said comprehensive measures were under way to further develop Islamabad and enhance its aesthetic appeal.
He added that the meeting also discussed the relocation of embassies and diplomatic missions to the Diplomatic Enclave.
The Yemeni envoy showed keen interest in shifting the Embassy of Yemen to the Diplomatic Enclave and discussed possible modalities in this regard.
Assuring full support, the CDA chairman said the authority would provide complete facilitation for the relocation of the Yemeni embassy and extend cooperation in all related matters.
Randhawa also said steps were being taken to upgrade and further beautify the Diplomatic Enclave, including the enhancement of recreational and sports facilities.
Both sides reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral relations and promoting mutual cooperation.

Balochistan players made Pakistan famous at international level under limited resources: CM Bugti

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QUETTA, Dec 16 (APP): Balochistan Chief Minister Mir Sarfraz Bugti on Tuesday said that despite limited resources, Balochistan players have made Pakistan famous at International level.
He expressed these views while talking to World-renowned squash player Zubair Jahan Khan from Quetta called on him at Chief Minister’s Secretariat.
During the meeting, Zubair Jahan Khan informed the chief minister that he has represented Pakistan in international squash competitions and has been among the world’s top ten players.
He also informed the CM about the long and distinguished services of the Jahan family for the promotion of squash in Balochistan.
Bugti praised Zubair Jahan Khan’s performance at the international level and said that despite limited resources, Balochistan players have made Pakistan famous at the international level.
He said that the provincial government is taking effective steps to promote sports and patronize young talent.
The chief minister expressed his determination that government-level cooperation would continue for the promotion of squash and other sports in Balochistan so that more opportunities could be provided to young players to move forward.
On this occasion, Zubair Jahan Khan presented the Chief Minister of Balochistan with a commemorative shirt based on the signatures of international squash players as a souvenir and invited him to participate in the ongoing squash competitions organized by the Jahan family in Quetta.

Governor Kundi expresses grief over demise of Manzoor Wattoo

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PESHAWAR, Dec 16 (APP):Governor Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Faisal Karim Kundi on Tuesday expressed profound sorrow over the passing of former Punjab Chief Minister Mian Manzoor Ahmed Wattoo.
In his condolence message, the Governor said that the late Mian Manzoor Ahmed Wattoo was a sincere, capable and principled individual who upheld high moral values throughout his public life. He added that Manzoor Wattoo’s demise has created a void that will be difficult to fill.
The Governor prayed that the Almighty grant the departed soul a high place in Jannat-ul-Firdous and bestow patience and strength upon the bereaved family to bear this irreparable loss.
Meanwhile, Governor Faisal Karim Kundi has strongly condemned the attack on a polio vaccination team in the Tangi area of Bajaur district.
He expressed deep grief over the martyrdom of a police official and a passerby in the incident and offered heartfelt condolences to their families.
Terming the attack on polio workers as a highly condemnable and shameful act, the Governor said that those who target polio teams are enemies of the safe and secure future of the nation’s children.
He emphasized that attacking teams deployed on polio duty is an inhuman act and prayed for eternal peace for the martyrs and patience for the bereaved families.
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