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Governor Gilgit-Baltistan Syed Mehdi Shah receives Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif upon his arrival at Gilgit Airport
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Chief Minister Gilgit-Baltistan Gulbar Khan receiving Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif at Gilgit Airport
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Fakhar Zaman ruled out of WI tour
ISLAMABAD, Aug 04 (APP):Pakistan opener Fakhar Zaman has been ruled out of the third T20I and the subsequent three-match ODI series against West Indies after sustaining a left hamstring strain during the second T20I.
The injury occurred in the 19th over while Fakhar was chasing a ball in the outfield. Upon medical assessment, it was determined to be a mild strain. Immediate treatment and initial management have been provided by the team’s medical staff, said a press release.
Fakhar will return to Pakistan on the evening of August 4 and will continue his rehabilitation under the supervision of the PCB medical team at the National Cricket Academy (NCA) in Lahore.
Kashmiri people do not accept India’s unilateral actions of August 5, 2019: Abdul Rashid Lone
ISLAMABAD, Aug 04 (APP):Acting Chairman of Jammu and Kashmir Mass Movement, Abdul Rashid Lone, has declared August 5, 2019, as one of the darkest days in Kashmir’s history, stating that India’s unilateral and illegal actions cannot alter the disputed status of Kashmir.
Talking to APP he said that the entire Kashmiri nation observes this day as a Black Day to reject the Modi government’s unlawful actions and to reaffirm their demand for the fundamental right to self-determination.
Abdul Rashid Lone stated that India’s attempt on August 5, 2019, to change the legal status of the disputed territory of Jammu and Kashmir, with malicious intentions of bringing demographic changes to the occupied region, has turned the entire valley into the world’s largest human prison, where all basic rights have been stripped, making the lives of citizens unbearable.
The number of occupying forces has been alarmingly increased to forcibly impose these illegal actions on Kashmiris through military might, turning Kashmir into the world’s largest militarized zone, where human rights violations are being committed on a massive scale.
The Acting Chairman of Mass Movement clarified that the revocation of Articles related to Jammu and Kashmir’s special status is contrary to the Indian Constitution, United Nations resolutions, the Geneva Convention, the will of the Kashmiri people, and international laws.
The Indian Constitution itself states that Article 370 cannot be unilaterally revoked. The Kashmiri people reject such unilateral and illegal actions by India.
He further stated that on August 5, marking six years of India’s unlawful and unilateral actions in illegally occupied Jammu and Kashmir, the Black Day is being observed.
He called upon the people of the occupied territory to observe a complete strike, civil curfew, and large-scale protest demonstrations on August 5 to make it clear to India and the world that Kashmiris reject these unilateral actions and demand only their right to self-determination, which India itself promised through United Nations resolutions.
Expressing gratitude to the Government of Pakistan for officially declaring August 5 as Youm-e-Istehsal, he expressed hope that Pakistan would continue its support for the Kashmiri cause and keep exposing India’s oppression, tyranny, and state terrorism in occupied Kashmir on the global stage.
Rescue 1122 Lakki Marwat handles over 200 emergencies last week
DERA ISMAIL KHAN, Aug 04 (APP):The district’s emergency service of Lakki Marwat-Rescue 1122 tackled 201 emergencies over the last week.
Giving details, the spokesman says that total emergencies include 161 medical emergencies, 16 road accidents, seven fighting or bullet injuries-related incidents and two fire eruption incidents.
He said that during these emergencies 191 patients were safely shifted to hospitals while providing them first aid on the spot.
He said that the services received a total of 2918 emergency calls, out of which 1740 were irrelevant or fake calls which should be avoided, he added.
The rescue service also successfully handled 46 emergency incidents in which patients were shifted from district to another district.
During the referral-related emergencies, the spokesman said a total of 49 patients were benefited or rescued.
He said the rescue 1122 teams were fully equipped with all necessary equipment and they had been efficiently rendering their services during emergencies.
Kerb currency market
KARACHI, Aug 04 (APP):Following were the Opening Rates of foreign currencies in kerb market issued by the Exchange Companies Association of Pakistan, here on Monday.
F.C. BUYING SELLING
INTER BANK 282.65 282.70
USD 284.45 285.25
EURO 328.60 330.30
GBP 377.20 378.90
JPY 1.91 1.98
AED 77.50 77.60
SAR 75.80 76.00
Shipping Activity at Port Qasim
KARACHI, Aug 04 (APP):Four ships, Tan Binh-259, Evridiki, Searay and MTR Chess-Master scheduled to load/offload Rice/Cement, Fuel oil, Palm oil and Coal, berthed at Multi-Purpose Terminal, FOTCO oil Terminal, Liquid Cargo Terminal and Pakistan International Bulk Terminal respectively on Sunday , Meanwhile four more ships,Tanja, Pacific Nexus, Bolan and CNC Dream carrying Container, Steel Coil, Gas oil and Chemicals are also arrived at outer anchorage during last 24 hours.
A total of ten ships were engaged at PQA berths during the last 24 hours, out of them four ships, X-Press Salween, Kumasi, Victoria Kosan and Marangas Efessos left the port on Monday early morning, while another ship ‘Abilene’ expected to sail on Monday.
Cargo volume of 107,589 tonnes, comprising 71,604 tonnes imports cargo and 35,985 export cargo carried in 2,821 Containers (1,116 TEUs Imports & 1,705 TEUs Export) was handled at the port during last 24 hours.
There are 15 ships at Outer Anchorage of Port Qasim, out of them four ships, Tanja, Pacific Nexus, Stanley Park and DSI Phoenix carrying Container, Steel Coil, Chemicals and Coal are expected to take berths at QICT, MW-1, EVTL and MW-4 respectively on Monday, while two more container ships, MSC Vittoria and Valence are due to arrive at outer anchorage on Tuesday.
“Kashmir’s destiny can’t be written with fear or force,” says Mushtaq Hussain on Youm-e-Istehsal
ISLAMABAD, Aug 04 (APP):Vice Chairman of the Jammu & Kashmir Islamic Political Party, Mushtaq Hussain, has termed the Indian government’s August 5, 2019 move to revoke Article 370 as a “day of betrayal” and a turning point in the painful history of Jammu and Kashmir, saying it was a grave violation of trust and a direct affront to the legitimate aspirations of the Kashmiri people.
Mushtaq Hussain, marking Youm-e-Istehsal being observed across Pakistan and Azad Jammu & Kashmir, strongly stated that the abrogation was not merely a constitutional alteration but an aggressive attempt to impose political and territorial control over the disputed region.
He said that since October 27, 1947, India had pursued a consistent policy aimed at absolute control over Jammu & Kashmir, disregarding repeated international commitments and solemn pledges made before the United Nations regarding a plebiscite and phased military withdrawal.
“Instead of fulfilling its obligations under international law, India has reinforced its occupation through policies that undermine the democratic will of the Kashmiri people,” he said.
Mushtaq Hussain highlighted that the post-August 5 period had witnessed a dangerous escalation in human rights violations, including extrajudicial killings, enforced disappearances, arbitrary arrests, and suppression of peaceful voices. He also expressed alarm over the demographic changes being enforced through the issuance of domicile certificates to non-residents and the confiscation of property belonging to locals.
He criticized certain Indian political figures, particularly those associated with extremist groups, who have publicly stated that “Kashmir’s land is more important than its people,” a sentiment he described as reflective of an agenda of strategic colonization and cultural erasure.
Hussain accused New Delhi of historically relying on the installation of loyalist elements and the fabrication of narratives to control the region, but asserted that such tactics have never succeeded in earning the genuine trust of the Kashmiri population.
“Despite decades of state oppression, the people of Jammu & Kashmir continue to demonstrate remarkable resilience and have sustained a peaceful indigenous movement rooted in the pursuit of dignity, justice, and the internationally recognized right to self-determination,” he said.
Mushtaq Hussain concluded by emphasizing that Kashmir’s destiny cannot be dictated by force or fear. “The path to lasting peace in South Asia lies in justice for Jammu & Kashmir and recognition of the Kashmiri people’s right to determine their own future,” he added.
Worker electrocuted
FAISALABAD, Aug 04 (APP):A worker was electrocuted at the WAPDA community center here on Monday.
According to Rescue-1122, Haroon, 28, of Sialvi Colony was installing lighting at WAPDA community center, WAPDA city, when he suffered a fatal electric shock.
The Rescue-1122 handed over the body to his family after legal formalities.
Rs 248,000 fine imposed over profiteering
SARGODHA, Aug 04 (APP):The district administration on Monday released a weekly performance report of price magistrates, highlighting significant efforts to control prices of essential commodities and provide relief to the public.
According to the report, price magistrates conducted 21,532 inspections across the district during the last week. As a result of price violations, fines amounting to Rs 248,000 were imposed.
Furthermore, action against illegal profiteering and hoarding led to the registration of three FIRs, sealing of three shops, and arrest of eight shopkeepers.
Deputy Commissioner Muhammad Waseem emphasized that providing relief to the public remained a top priority.
“No one will be allowed to engage in illegal profiteering or hoarding,” he stated.