ISLAMABAD: September 27 –
Chairman Rohiat Hilal Committee Pakistan, Khatib and Imam Badshahi Masjid Lahore Maulana Syed Muhammad Abdul Khabir Azad in meeting with Chief Minister Gilgit Baltistan Haji Gulbar Khan at his Office
ISLAMABAD: September 27 –
POA President for utilizing sports overcome obstacles among nations
LAHORE, Sep 27 (APP):Vice President Olympic Council of Asia (OCA), President Pakistan Olympic Association (POA) Syed Arif Hasan has called for utilising sports as a means to overcome obstacles in understanding each other’s point of view.
In an interview with APP from Hangzhou, China he said, the meetings within the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) helped in the bonding among people from different ideologies, adding the ideal of ‘One Asia’, as envisaged by the Asian Games 2023 hosts China and other participating countries, can be realised through sports.
Thanking for the hospitality of Chinese government, Arif Hasan said contingents from 45 countries got together at the Olympic Village and interacted with each other as ambassadors of their respective countries.
“The Chinese President Xi Jinping honoured the delegations when he met them on the sidelines of the Asian games,” he said.
Hailing the arrangement for the Asian Games 2023, he said the standards of facilities have been excellent. He also thanked the people of Hangzhou for their warm hospitality, adding that he was amazed by the modern developments in the historic city of Hangzhou.
On the Opening ceremony of the Asian Games, he said everyone was mesmerised how modern technology was fused to showcase Chinese heritage and culture to the world, adding the ceremony was a piece of art.
The President POA made a special mention of the warmest reception extended to the Pakistan contingent during the opening ceremony, adding that it reflected love of the Chinese people for their Pakistani brethren.
To a query, he said medal-winning is only possible if a developed system is in place. He said this event will go a long way in improving performance of our athletes, adding that Pakistani athletes have watched and worked together with the other athletes at the Olympic Village in Hangzhou and they will benefit from this experience. He further said exposure and experience are vital to medal winning.
POA President Syed Arif Hasan said China is a sporting super-power and the Pakistan government should seek help from China in transferring its expertise in training of athletes and development of infrastructure.
PEMRA seeks SC’s permission to withdraw review petition
ISLAMABAD, Sep 27 (APP): The Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority (PEMRA) on Wednesday filed a miscellaneous application to Supreme Court and requested permission to withdraw review petition in Faiazabad sit-in case.
The authority had stated in its application that it didn’t want to pursue the review petition and requested the top court to allow it to withdraw the case.
It may be mentioned here that the top court’s bench would take up Faizabad sit-in review petitions tomorrow for hearing. Earlier, the Intelligence Bureau (IB) had also filed an identical application to the SC for withdrawal of review petition.
Haji Abdul Jalil known as Chacha cricket addressing to media in connection with World Tourism Day
SIALKOT: September 27 –
Minister for ensuring foolproof security on 12th Rabi-ul-Awal
QUETTA, Sep 27 (APP):Balochistan Caretaker Minister for Home and Tribal Affairs Mir Muhammad Zubair Jamali here on Wednesday directed concerned authorities to take measures for ensuring foolproof security in the occasion 12the Rabi-ul Awal in the province.
He said this while chairing a meeting regarding Rabi-ul Awal, polio, and law and order in the province .
In the meeting, the overall situation of law and order in the province was reviewed.
Additional Secretary Interior Saleh Nasir, Additional Inspector General (AIG) Jawad Ahmad Dogar, Commissioner Quetta Division Hamza Shafqat, Additional Secretary Home Abdul Islam Jogaizai, DIG Quetta, SSP Special Branch Sabir Khan, Deputy Commissioner Quetta Saad Bin Asad, DG Levies Naseebullah Kakar, Additional Commissioner of Makran, Commissioner Sibi, Commissioner Loralai, Commissioner Rukhshan, Corps Headquarters, FC South and other senior officials participated through video link.
The minister was briefed that more than 1400 police personnel would be deployed for ensuring security the occasion in Quetta.
The commissioner Quetta informed the meeting that he had held meeting with the scholars, all concerns the other day with the aim to maintain peace during holy month of Rabi-ul-Awal in the area.
Commissioner Nasirabad briefed the meeting that there was a ceasefire between two tribes in Kachhi.
He said that efforts were being made to resolve the issue through dialogue during the ceasefire.
Emphasizing the need to focus special attention on the security of sensitive districts and places, he clarified that observation ofn Rabi-ul-Awl in a peaceful manner would be the priority the government.
The minister urged all stakeholders have to play their role in that regard and appreciated the efforts of the security forces for maintaining law and order situation.
He said that our security forces had rendered sacrifices to restore peace in the province.
The minister directed QESCO officials to resolve the issues of public regarding electricity with understanding.
SC not expressed disapproval of love marriages
ISLAMABAD, Sep 27 (APP): In a statement on Wednesday the Supreme Court said it was misreported that the top court had expressed its disapproval of love marriages during hearing a matter pertaining to a family dispute on custody of two minor daughter.
On the contrary, better sense prevailed when the parties were reminded of the power of love, which when applied to the matter of their children, resulted in an amicable resolution of the case–said a press release.
It said that on 26 September 2023, a family matter came before Courtroom No. 1 of the Supreme Court pertaining to parents fighting over the custody of their two minor daughters. It transpired that the parents had entered into a love marriage, and during the hearing the Court observed that they should apply the same principle, of love, in attending to their children’s welfare.
Dr. Qibla emphasizes need to reconsider term ‘minority’ in changing global demographics
ISLAMABAD, Sep 27 (APP): Council of Islamic Ideology (CII) Chairman Dr. Qibla Ayaz on Wednesday emphasized the need to reconsider term ‘minority’ and instead highlight the religious identity of individuals in the light of changing global demographics and increased migration of religious practitioners.
Addressing a press conference after the CII’s 234th special session titled ‘Interfaith Harmony: State and Society’s Responsibilities,’ he highlighted the fundamental principle that “all religions inherently teach human respect and honor” therefore, followers of all faiths should practice these values in their religious teachings.
Dr. Qibla unequivocally denounced any form of hate, violence, or extremism in the name of religion and said such actions were a departure from religious teachings and often serve political or worldly interests.
He said leaders of all faiths must actively discourage such ideologies.
The chairman said to establish global peace, concerted efforts to promote interfaith harmony among diverse religious practitioners were crucial.
Dr. Qibla called for religious leaders to collaborate in promoting respect for Prophet Muhammad Peace Be Upon Him (PBUH) , all other honored prophets, and sacred religious sites.
He said it was imperative to ensure swift justice and visible penalties for individuals involved in incidents like Jaranwala to deter future occurrences.
Dr. Qibla reiterated the demand of council for the establishment of special courts to expeditiously hear cases related to such crimes and punish the perpetrators.
He urged the public not to take the law into their own hands, as doing so was contrary to the Quran, Sunnah, the Constitution, and established national norms.
He opined that any violations of the law should be dealt with through legal channels.
Dr. Qibla said attacking, vandalizing, or disrespecting places of worship was condemnable and illegal under Pakistani laws adding that religious leaders were committed to combating this trend socially.
The chairman said interfaith cooperation and peaceful coexistence could help control religious, societal, and political issues expressing the hope that religious leaders and institutions would take responsibility for their roles.
Responding to query, Dr. Qibla said the council was planning to go beyond curricula from primary to university levels and preparing recommendations in a bid to bring significant changes in the overall education sector.
Seconding the proposal of Dr. Qibla Ayaz, Minister of State and Chairman for Prime Minister Task Force on Gandhara Tourism Dr. Ramesh Kumar Vankwani said the term ‘minority’ expressed narrow-mindedness and instead ‘equal rights citizens’ to be adopted as the Constitution call it non-Muslim citizens and there was no mention of the word minority.
The meeting was attended by Pir Abul Hasan Muhammad Shah, Dr. Abdul Ghafoor Rashid, Pir Khalid Sultan, Allama Muhammad Hussain Akbar, Syed Ziaullah Shah Bukhari, Pirzada Junaid Amin, Mufti Muhammad Zubair, Justice Zafar Iqbal, Justice Altaf Ibrahim, Allah Bakhsh Kalyar, Jalaluddin Advocate, and Farida Rahim, besides religious leaders of other religions including, Bishop Samuel Azariah (Director Christian Study Center, Rawalpindi), Father Sylvester Joseph (Priest Catholic Church, Islamabad), Sohail Habel (Catholic Christian Leader, Humanitarian Action for Rights and Development Society), Christopher Sherif (Christian Study Center) , Rawalpindi), Pritam Das (Former President Hindu Panchayat), Asfandyar Bhandara (Parsi Leader), Ramesh Singh Arora (Sikh Leader), Prof. Mehrdad (Bahai Leader), and Tariq Mehmood Ghauri (Catholic Church, Islamabad).
Kohat police arrested 43 drug-peddlers in different operations
KOHAT, Sep 27 (APP):Kohat police apprehended 43 suspects during different operations in a week-long anti-narcotics campaign in the district.
The Kohat police spokesperson said that a significant quantity of narcotics was seized from the detainees, including 28.425 kg of hashish, 4.195 kg of ice, and 115 grams of heroin. Additionally, 40 cases have been registered against the arrested suspects.
District Police Officer (DPO) Kohat, Farhan Khan, affirmed the commitment to sustained action against drug trafficking. He stated, “Successive operations against drugs continued, and all available resources were being mobilized to combat elements involved in drug trafficking.”
Health minister meets Saudi ambassador
ISLAMABAD, Sep 27 (APP): Caretaker Federal Minister for Health Dr. Nadeem Jan met with the ambassador of Saudi Arabia Nawaf bin Said Al-Malki on Wednesday and discussed matters related to the health sector.
The minister said that Pakistan and Saudi Arabia have historically strong brotherly relations.
The Saudi ambassador assured that Saudi Arabia will fully cooperate with Pakistan in the welfare projects of its people.
The minister shared that Pakistan is all set to host the first-ever Global Health Security Summit later this year in Islamabad reflecting the strongest commitment of the country at the highest level to the Global Health Security Agenda.
The Saudi ambassador highly appreciated the initiative of holding the Global Health Security Summit.
The minister shared that coordinated steps are being taken to ensure an uninterrupted supply of medicines across the country on a permanent basis.
The ambassador was informed that although Pakistan is manufacturing vaccines there is a need for transfer of technology to enhance capacity.
He added the ministry is looking forward to starting collaboration with friendly countries.
The minister said that steps are being taken to establish Pharma Park in the country.
He said that through the transfer of technology, the production of molecules will improve the supply of medicines.
Over 10m children to be immunized in anti polio drive
KARACHI, Sep 27 (APP):Over 10 million children across the province will be immunized during 7 days anti polio drive to be started from October 2, 2023.
A meeting of the Provincial Task Force on Polio Eradication chaired by Sindh Chief Secretary Dr Muhammad Fakhre Alam was informed that more than 80,000 polio workers in the 30 districts will be part of this vaccination drive.
The meeting was attended by Home Secretary Muhammad Iqbal Memon, Commissioner Karachi Muhammad Saleem Rajput, Additional IG Karachi Khadim Rind, Coordinator Emergency Operations Center Sindh Arshad Ali Sodhar, and other relevant officials. All district commissioners and deputy commissioners also participated in the meeting via video link.
The meeting reviewed the overall situation of the polio virus and its containment efforts. Coordinator of Emergency Operations Center Sindh, Arshad Ali Sodhar, informed the meeting that no polio cases have been reported in Sindh for the past 3 years, which is a significant success, and maintaining this success is a significant challenge.
He further mentioned that the training of workers for the polio campaign has been completed, and in addition to polio drops, children will also receive extra vitamin A supplementation during the campaign.
During the meeting, Chief Secretary Sindh, Dr. Muhammad Fakhre Alam, emphasized the need to launch the anti-polio campaign effectively in the current high-risk union councils to achieve the desired results. He instructed all deputy commissioners to closely monitor the polio campaign and ensure that their respective officers submit daily reports.
Chief Secretary also directed the Health Department to ensure that children are administered polio drops at all railway stations and bus terminals. He also instructed education department officials to ensure that polio drops were administered to children in both private and government schools during the campaign.
It’s worth noting that in the upcoming polio campaign starting on October 2nd, more than 10 million children will be administered polio drops, with over 80,000 polio workers and supervisors participating.
During the meeting, Chief Secretary Sindh also announced government assistance for the injured polio worker, Huma Ashraf, who was injured in a train accident during duty. He stated that Huma Ashraf would receive 10 million rupees from the Sindh government, and he has issued directives to the Finance department in this regard.