HYDERABAD: September 13 –
A large number of buffaloes bathing in the Indus river.
HYDERABAD: September 13 –
A vendor preparing fry fish at his shop for customers.
PESHAWAR: September 13 –
A view of damage wall of historical heritage Pakka Fort in the city.
HYDERABAD: September 13 –
UNDP, KP Judicial Academy train women lawyers in legal aid
PESHAWAR, Sep 13 (APP): The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in collaboration with the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Judicial Academy, has organized a two-day pilot training for women lawyers on representing legal aid clients from 13 to 14 September.
This initiative brings together young 20-female lawyers from Peshawar.
Caitlin Chittenden, Senior Rule of Law and Justice Reform Specialist at UNDP welcomed the participants and highlighted the objectives of the sessions.
In his opening remarks, Muhammad Shoaib, Director General (Acting) laid emphasis on legal aid.
He underscored the significance of legal aid in international and domestic legal frameworks where it is acknowledged as a fundamental human right and a guarantee of a fair trial, equality before the law, protection against discrimination, and access to effective remedies.
The Inaugural Session was attended by the faculty members and directors of the Academy.
The two-day training program aims to provide participants with an orientation of District Legal Empowerment Committees (DLECs), gender-based violence (GBV), and its underlying dynamics and equipping lawyers to better serve GBV survivors and victims.
Ishaq Dar appreciates UNCTAD’s contribution in highlighting global development challenges
ISLAMABAD, Sep 13 (APP):Leader of the House in Senate Senator Ishaq Dar Wednesday appreciated the contribution of the United Nations conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) in highlighting global development challenges and the technical, policy and capacity building support it has provided to Pakistan.
During a visit to the UNCTAD Secretariat along with Senator Syed Muzaffar Hussain Shah and Senator Kamran Murtaza on sidelines of the meeting of World Trade Organization’s Public Forum, he commended that the UNCTAD’s advocacy efforts for addressing systemic imbalances embedded in the global financial architecture including for debt relief for developing countries, fair allocation and enhancement of Special Drawing Rights (SDRs) and mobilization of climate finance for disproportionately, affected developing countries, including Pakistan.
Deputy Secretary General UNCTAD, Pedro Manuel Moreno briefed the delegation on key tracks of UNCTAD’s work in the areas of technical assistance, research and analysis, and consensus building on key global trade and development issues said a news release received here.
The delegation is attending World Trade Organization’s Public Forum at the invitation of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU).
In addition to participation in the Public Forum, the delegation is scheduled to meet several high-level officials of important international organizations based in Geneva.
Sanjrani extends condolences to Libya over recent flooding tragedy
ISLAMABAD, Sep 13 (APP): Chairman Senate Muhammad Sadiq Sanjrani Wednesday expressed deep sorrow and consolation in response to the devastating loss of lives and property resulting from the recent floods in Libya.
“In this time of great distress, the people and government of Pakistan stand firmly in solidarity with our Libyan brothers and sisters. May Allah grant protection to all affected by this sudden natural calamity” the Chairman said in a condolence message.
He also expended his heartfelt prayers to the families of those who have tragically lost their lives in the floods and to those facing the arduous task of rebuilding their lives in the aftermath of this disaster.
Chairman Senate also highlighted the global environmental challenges, emphasizing the need for international cooperation to combat climate change.
Deputy Chairman Senate Mirza Muhammad Afridi, Leader of the House in the Senate Senator Ishaq Dar, and Leader of the Opposition Senator Dr Shahzad Wasim have also expressed their profound condolences and sympathy for the loss of lives and property caused by the devastating floods in Libya.
They also extended their prayers for the elevated status of those who have lost their lives and for the swift recovery of the injured.
Japanese envoy assures Defence Minister for continued support to Pakistan
ISLAMABAD, Sep 13 (APP): Ambassador of Japan to Pakistan, Wada Mitsuhiro called on Minister for Defence, Lieutenant General (R) Anwar Ali Hyder here at the Ministry and assured of his government’s continued support to Pakistan and exploring new avenues of mutual collaboration.
The Defence Minister highlighted the historical close ties between Pakistan and Japan and appreciated the Japanese support for prosperity and development in Pakistan over the years through Japanese International Cooperation Agency (JICA), said a news release on Wednesday.
He expressed his hope that Japan would help create economic activities in Pakistan through mutually beneficial participation in the China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) as well as considering investment in maritime and industrial manufacturing sectors especially like Gawadar Shipyard.
The Defence Minister emphasized on continuation of training and collaboration between two Navies and reiterated Pakistan’s continued commitment to UN Peacekeeping Operations.
The minister also commended the efforts of Japanese Government for regular holding of Pakistan-Japan Politico-Military and Military to Military Dialogues, adding that such interactions were a concrete expression of the desire of both the countries to enhance mutual defence collaboration. He mentioned the potential to cooperate in the defence field and need to strengthen the existing level of defence collaboration.
The Japanese Ambassador assured of his government’s continued support to Pakistan and exploring new avenues of mutual collaboration.
Labourers busy in unloading sacks of onion from delivery truck at Vegetable Market.
FAISALABAD: September 13 –
A farmer busy in collecting honey at his bee farm to sell it in the market.
FAISALABAD: September 13 – A farmer busy in collecting honey at his bee farm to sell it in the market. APP/TWR/MAF/TZD/FHA
Dentist cautions against extended use of mouthwashes, medicated pastes
ISLAMABAD, Sep 13 (APP):Dental Surgeon Dr. Noman Saleem has advised against using medicated tooth pastes for over two months and mouthwashes for more than six weeks continuously, which may lead to tooth staining.
Talking to APP here on Wednesday, Dr. Noman said that it is recommended that one should brush teeth twice a day, floss once a day, and get their scales once a year to maintain lasting oral health.
He explained that there is a common misconception that scaling causes sensitivity, while in fact it is recommended once a year for every adult. He clarified that sensitivity is caused by nerve trauma from consuming very cold, hot foods and drinks too rapidly.
Elaborating on proper toothbrush selection, Dr. Noman advised that soft-bristled toothbrushes do not clean plaque effectively, while hard-bristled brushes can damage teeth over time. “Toothbrushes with medium-soft bristles are recommended to avoid potential tooth damage during brushing”, he added.
He cautioned that smokers should also avoid hard bristled toothbrushes and abrasive toothpastes which can wear down tooth enamel over time. He reassured that any toothpaste approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is sufficient for cleaning, and even traditional options like Miswak sticks and solo brushes can be effective.
Describing proper brushing technique, Dr. Noman recommended using a gentle circular motion to clean all surfaces of teeth thoroughly. He noted electric toothbrushes are ideal since they have built-in pressure sensors to protect against excessive abrasion while brushing.
On whitening treatments, he said that many patients desire whiter teeth, but gradual yellowing is a natural aging process. “For those seeking whitening, professional bleaching is effective for 1.5 years typically”, he added.
He noted that veneers are a cosmetic option for teeth whitening which is popular in the showbiz business but it is not recommended for people wishing to preserve their natural teeth.
Regarding bad breath, Dr. Noman explained hundreds of bacteria live in the mouth and most of them reside on the tongue. He said that proper brushing of the tongue can resolve bad breath in most cases.
Dr. Noman said that hormonal changes often cause juvenile periodontitis which results in inflamed gums that bleed easily. He advised patients to cure this by avoiding dehydration, getting regular scaling, and improving their brushing technique.
He said that most patients only seek dental care once extensive damage has already occurred. He stressed that teeth are meant to last a lifetime and public awareness about regular oral hygiene should be raised.