COAS witnesses field fire, battle drills at Jhelum, lauds troops battle worthiness

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Wed, 30 Aug 2023, 4:31 PM

RAWALPINDI, Aug 30 (APP): Chief of Army Staff (COAS), General Syed Asim Munir on Wednesday visited Tilla Field Firing Ranges, near Jhelum and witnessed Field Fire and Battle Drills.

On arrival, the COAS was briefed on training objectives, set for the exercise with a view to validate operational readiness of the formation in the challenging environment, an Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR) news release said.

The COAS appreciated the synergy displayed by Air Force, Army Aviation and ground troops in the execution of various operational drills.

He lauded the troops for their combat proficiency and offensive spirit. He also appreciated the high morale and battle worthiness of the troops.

Earlier on arrival, the COAS was received by Lieutenant General Syed Aamer Raza, Commander Four Corps.

DC inaugurates Day Care centre at his office

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Raiq Qureshi

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Wed, 30 Aug 2023, 4:30 PM

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MUZAFFARGARH, Aug 30 (APP):Deputy Commissioner, Salman Khan Lodhi, has said that provision of facilities to women employees and protection of their rights was essential for building a prosperous society.

He expressed these views while inaugurating Day Care centre at DC office on Wednesday.

The purpose of day care centre was to provide economic security and sense of satisfaction and fulfillment.

Deputy Commissioner said that the establishment of the day care center will create balance in work life of women due to which their interest in work and performance will improve. The center will also increase self confidence in working mothers due to good care of their children.

Deputy Director Development Anum Hafeez said that she herself was also a woman officer and well aware of the problems faced by mothers and children. She said that the aim of the day care center was to provide care facility for the children of working mothers. The kids were not only safe in the centre but they are also provided with good training and playing opportunities.

She said that trained staff have been appointed in the day care center for children.

Vanuatu to host ICC Women’s T20 WC 2024 EAP qualifier

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Wed, 30 Aug 2023, 4:24 PM

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ISLAMABAD, Aug 30 (APP):The road to the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 continues in September with the East Asia Pacific (EAP) regional qualifying event taking place in Port Vila, Vanuatu.

One team would book their spot in the Global Qualifier, where they will hope to qualify for the World Cup, said a press release.

The island nation has qualified for the event and plays host to the Cook Islands, Fiji, Indonesia, Japan, Papua New Guinea, and Samoa. Vanuatu, which earlier this year was hit by two major cyclones within 48 hours of each other, will welcome the competing teams as a way to boost tourism and support the local economy.

The event marks the return of an ICC Women’s Qualifier to the region, with the last tournament played in 2019 due to the global pandemic. Defending champions, Papua New Guinea, will be looking to retain their place on top of the region, but will face some tough opposition in the single-round robin.

The ICC was also hosting the 100% Cricket Leadership Program which focuses on athletes (leading female cricketers from the seven competing nations), commentators, and coaches.

The program seeks to uplift sports knowledge and sports-based skills within the EAP region. The program would be in part, facilitated by former Australian cricketers and media personalities, Mel Jones, Julia Price, and Cathryn Fitzpatrick, as well as representatives from Australian Cricket and New Zealand Cricket.

As part of the Leadership Program day, a 100% Cricket Women’s Health Education session would be held with the participating teams. The objective of this was to normalize and drive necessary conversation around the topic of women’s health and menstrual cycles within the cricket ecosystem.

Vanuatu Cricket Association (VCA) CEO Tim Cutler said, “Our national women’s cricket team is the country’s highest-ranked team and under the guidance of new coach Joshua Rasu we look forward to watching Selina Solman’s squad continue to represent the country with honour.

EAP Regional Development Manager Rob Gomm said, “I am particularly excited to see the 100% Cricket Leadership Program run concurrently. We wanted to utilise having close to 100 female athletes in attendance and have designed the sessions to enhance their leadership capability and develop their off-field skills.

Our cohort of world-class facilitators is ready to go in what will be an excellent program for all involved.

Dry weather forecast for city

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Wed, 30 Aug 2023, 4:21 PM

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BAHAWALPUR, Aug 30 (APP):The local Met Office has forecast dry weather for the city for the next 24 hours.

The highest maximum temperature of 37 centigrade and the lowest minimum 28 centigrade were recorded during the last 24 hours.

The dry weather has also been forecast for the rest of the region.

A vendor arranging seasonal fruit (Metha) to attract the customers at Katchehry bazar

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Wed, 30 Aug 2023, 4:19 PM

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APP14-300823 SARGODHA: August 30 - A vendor arranging seasonal fruit (Metha) to attract the customers at Katchehry bazar. APP/HSD/MAF/TZD/FHA

Caretaker Federal Minister for Commerce & Industries, DR. Gohar Ejaz calling on Chairman Senate, Muhammad Sadiq Sanjrani at Parliament House

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Wed, 30 Aug 2023, 4:19 PM

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APP13-300823 ISLAMABAD: August 30 - Caretaker Federal Minister for Commerce & Industries, DR. Gohar Ejaz calling on Chairman Senate, Muhammad Sadiq Sanjrani at Parliament House. APP/MAF/TZD/FHA

A view of open the main hole at Qasimabad road need the attention of concerned authorities

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Wed, 30 Aug 2023, 4:19 PM

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APP12-300823 HYDERABAD: August 30 - A view of open the main hole at Qasimabad road need the attention of concerned authorities. APP/AKS/MAF/TZD/FHA

New RPO for eradication of terrorism, promotion of sectarian harmony

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Wed, 30 Aug 2023, 4:15 PM

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DERA ISMAIL KHAN, Aug 30 (APP):Newly appointed Regional Police Officer (RPO) Nasir Mehmood Satti has said that eradication of terrorism and promotion of sectarian harmony were among his priorities.

Talking to media persons here at his office, the RPO said the terrorists were not well-wishers of the state. He vowed that the scourge of terrorism would be eradicated from the society. The role of the police department in the war against terror would be made more effective.

The RPO said the sectarian harmony would be further promoted with the help of religious leaders.

He said the welfare of the police was also among his priorities and the police officials and officers who earn good repute for the department would be awarded prizes. However, he said, the black sheep of the department causing disrespect for the force would be given exemplary punishment.

He said the traffic system in all the districts of the region would be improved. The concrete steps would be taken to stop smuggling in the area.

RPO Nasir Mehmood Satti mentioned that special attention would be paid to improving the policing system in South Waziristan through the provision of special training to the personnel. Moreover, he said, the number of police stations would be increased in that area keeping in view the crime ratio and population of the specific area.