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Vaccination campaign launched in Swabi district

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PESHAWAR, Dec 15 (APP):A three days anti polio campaign launched in Swabi district on Monday.
Strict security arrangements have been put in place by the Swabi Police for the anti polio teams.
A total of 1,366 police personnel have been deployed for the security of polio teams, while checkpoints established at 26 different entry and exit points, says press release. In addition, 20 mobile patrol vehicles are continuously on duty.
On the special instructions of District Police Officer (DPO) Swabi, Ziauddin Ahmed, a large contingent of police personnel has been deployed to ensure the safety of polio teams and to make the campaign safe and successful.
The DPO Swabi is personally present in the field and has directed all SDPOs and SHOs to regularly inspect the field along with the personnel deployed on security duty and to keep a close watch on the overall situation. Additional checkpoints have been established at entry and exit points to further strengthen the checking system.

Major power infrastructure boost: NGC brings 500kV Lahore North Grid Station online

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ISLAMABAD, Dec 15 (APP):The National Grid Company of Pakistan (NGC) on Monday commissioned the 500kV Lahore North Grid Station, marking a significant milestone in Pakistan’s energy sector development.
With an investment of Rs. 20.7 billion, financed by Asian Development Bank under Multi Tranche Financing Facility, this strategic initiative represents one of the most substantial additions to Punjab’s power transmission infrastructure in recent years.
The newly operational grid station is equipped with transformation capacity of 3,000 MVA at 500/220kV level and 750 MVA at the 220/132kV level. It includes 113 km of 500kV and 45 km of 220kV transmission lines, connecting critical grid stations and creating an integrated network, said a press release.
The commissioning of Lahore North Grid Station will directly address the electricity requirements of diverse consumer segments across the region, benefiting agricultural, commercial, industrial and domestic consumers. The grid station delivers multiple strategic advantages to Pakistan’s power sector by facilitating efficient power evacuation from major generation sources including coal-fired power plants under the CPEC project, ensuring optimal utilization of ±660kV Lahore-Matiari (HVDC) Transmission Line. It will also reduce the burden on existing substations in Lahore, Gujranwala and surrounding areas. The voltage profile improvements will translate into more efficient power delivery and reduced losses, benefiting end consumers through improved service quality.
Managing Director, NGC, Engr. Altaf Hussain Malik expressed his appreciation to the NGC teams upon completion of the project. He commended the collective efforts, professionalism and dedication of all officers, engineers and staff involved in the successful execution of this project.
The project has been executed under the guidance of Engr. Rashid A. Bhutto, Deputy Managing Director (Asset Development & Management) and Engr. Shahid Nazir, General Manager (Project Delivery) North. The project team included Engr. Asghar Mujtaba Khan, Chief Engineer (Project Delivery) North, Engr. Muhammad Usman Warraich, Project Director (Project Delivery), Engr. Umar Dewan, Executive Engineer (Project Delivery) and Engr. Farooq Jehangir, Project Manager (PIU) Lahore North.
This strategic achievement underscores NGC’s vision of building a resilient, efficient and future-ready power transmission network capable of supporting Pakistan’s economic aspirations. By strengthening the transmission backbone serving one of the country’s most economically vibrant regions, Lahore North Grid Station represents a cornerstone in ensuring energy security and supporting sustainable development.

June 2024 murder case proclaimed offender arrested

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RAWALPINDI, Dec 15 (APP):The Cantt Police arrested a proclaimed offender involved in the fatal shooting of a citizen over a personal dispute, a Rawalpindi Police spokesman said on Monday.
The case was registered in June 2024. The suspect, who had been at large, was also wanted in multiple cases across the twin cities and various districts of Punjab, including terrorism, murder, attempted murder, robbery, theft and illegal possession of weapons, the spokesman said.
He said the arrest was made after the Cantt Police employed technical surveillance and human intelligence to trace and apprehend the accused.
Superintendent of Police Potohar Talha Wali said the proclaimed offender woud be challaned to court with solid evidence. He added that the police remained committed to bringing fugitives to justice through sustained intelligence-led operations.

Motorbikes, three-wheelers sale increases 31.88 percent: PAMA

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ISLAMABAD, Dec 15 (APP):The sale of motorbikes and three-wheelers in the country has witnessed an increase of 31.88 per cent during the first five months of the current fiscal year (2025-26) as compared to sales of the corresponding months of the last year.
During the months under review, as many as 762,778 motorbikes and three-wheelers were sold against the sale of 578,364 units in July-November (2024-25), according to the Pakistan Automobile Manufacturing Association (PAMA).
The sale of Honda motorcycles surged by 32.97 per cent from 486,758 units to 647,271 units, whereas the sale of Suzuki motorcycles also rose by 47.39 per cent from 9,692 units to 14,286 units during the months under review.
The sales of United Auto motorcycles witnessed an increase of 29.99 per cent from 56,379 units to 73,291 units, while the sales of Road Prince motorbikes also surged to 11,641 units from 8,434 units.
The sale of Yamaha motorbikes came down to 1,223 units from 2,141 units, witnessing a decrease of 42.87 per cent.
Meanwhile, the sale of United Auto three-wheelers increased from 322 units to 643 units, while the sale of Qingqi three-wheelers also increased by 4.04 percent from 4,178 units to 4,347 units.
The sale of Sazgar three-wheelers decreased by 3.80 per cent from 9,812 units to 9,439 units, whereas the sale of Road Prince also decreased to 611 units from 645 units, the data revealed.

Speed skating: Japan’s Yoshida secures Olympic berth in women’s 500

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HAMAR, Norway, Dec 15 (Kyodo/APP): Japanese speed skater Yukino Yoshida booked her spot in the women’s 500 meters at the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics as she powered to victory over the distance in Sunday’s World Cup round.

Yoshida clocked 37.65 seconds in Hamar, Norway, to win her first gold of the season ahead of Poland’s Kaja Ziomek-Nogal and South Korea’s Kim Min Sun.

The 22-year-old Yoshida has reached the World Cup podium three times during the current campaign and becomes the second Japanese woman to qualify for an individual speed skating event at the Feb. 6-22 Winter Games.

Miho Takagi, Japan’s standout performer at the 2022 Beijing Games, has secured her berth in the 1,000 and 1,500.

Japan will also contest the women’s team pursuit at the Olympics, with the trio of Takagi, Sumire Kikuchi and Ayano Sato sealing qualification with a third-place finish in Hamar.

Medicos advise for adopting preventive measures to avert threats of backache, spinal disorders

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MIRPUR  ( AJK): , Dec 15 (APP):Highlighting  the common causes of backache and spinal disorders including age-related degenerative changes, trauma and injuries, muscle weakness, obesity, sedentary lifestyle, congenital abnormalities, infections and occupational hazards, the seasoned medical experts  have emphasized for adopting possible preventive measures such as  maintaining proper posture, regular exercise, safe lifting techniques, weight management, taking frequent breaks, proper sleep care, avoiding smoking, and the importance of early medical consultation to prevent long-term complications to avert the threat of this severe disease.
They were addressing a day-long seminar on Backache, Spine Disorders which was hosted  by Pakistan Medical Association, District Mirpur, in Collaboration with Chief Executive Riaz Hospital, Dr. Riaz Ahmed suggesting due preventive measures besides effective treatment methods for better patient care.
The symposium was attended by over 100 senior faculty members, senior consultants, senior doctors, and a large number of junior doctors.
The expert panel included Prof. Dr. Zardad, Prof. Dr. Wasim Abbasi, Associate Professor Dr. Ihsan-ul-Haq, Senior Registrar Orthopaedics Mohyuddin Medical College Dr. Waqas Zafar, and Assistant Professor Neurosurgeon Dr. Waqas.
Speaking on this occasion Principal of state-run Mohterma  Benazir Bhutto Shaheed Medical College Mirpur AJK Prof. Dr. Faisal Bashir emphasized that such academic programs not only guide and educate young doctors but also provide opportunities to implement modern and effective treatment methods for better patient care.
He commended Dr. Ejaz Ahmed, Chief Executive Riaz Hospital Dr. Riaz Ahmed, and the organizing team for their outstanding efforts to hold the one-day academic and training symposium on backache,  spine disorders, and their modern management.
The symposium, graced by internationally-acknowledged Orthopaedic and Spine Surgeon Prof. Dr. Tariq Sohail attended as the guest of honor, was  presided over by Principal,  Benazir Bhutto Shaheed Medical College, Prof. Dr. Faisal Bashir.  Senior Children Specialist Dr. Rizwan Bostan also addressed the ceremony.
In his address of welcome, President,  Pakistan Medical Association, District Mirpur, Associate Professor Dr. Ejaz Ahmed Raja expressed gratitude to the guest of honor, senior faculty members, senior consultants, senior doctors, and junior doctors.
He highlighted Prof. Dr. Tariq Sohail’s outstanding contributions to the field of medicine and his international accomplishments, presenting a brief introduction of the distinguished surgeon.
Dr. Ijaz informed on this occasion that Prof. Dr. Tariq Sohail stood as an internationally renowned Orthopaedic and Spine Surgeon.
He is a proud graduate of King Edward Medical College, Lahore, and holds a Master of Surgery in Orthopaedics from the University of Liverpool, UK.
He is a Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh and Glasgow, as well as a Fellow of the Pakistan Academy of Medical Sciences. Prof. Dr. Sohail has represented Pakistan at over 100 national and international conferences and has nearly 100 research publications, several textbooks, and notable innovations in spine surgery to his credit.
On this occasion, Prof. Dr. Tariq Sohail presented some of his authored books on Orthopaedics and Spine Surgery as gifts to the medical college library, which were received by Principal Prof. Dr. Faisal Bashir.
Prof. Dr. Tariq Sohail delivered a comprehensive lecture on backache (spine disorders), sharing modern diagnostic and treatment approaches. The expert panel highly appreciated his teaching style and scholarly contributions.
Dr. Riaz Ahmed, while addressing the ceremony, expressed heartfelt appreciation to all participating doctors. He highlighted the importance of continuing such academic and training activities in the future.
The guests were presented with souvenirs and  while young participant doctors were awarded special certificates in recognition of their efforts and contributions to the successful organization of the symposium.

Case registered for illegal Urial’s hunting in Jand

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ATTOCK, Dec 15 (APP):The authorities on Monday registered a case against individuals involved in the illegal hunting of a urial in  tehsil, Jand after a video of the incident surfaced on social media, prompting swift action by the Punjab Wildlife Department.
The officials sources said  the case was registered on the directives of Assistant Chief Wildlife Ranger, Attock, Shahzaib Khurshid after the footage was verified and found to depict unlawful hunting activity.
The urial, a wild sheep species, is a key part of the Attock–Kala Chitta National Park ecosystem, but its population has been declining due to habitat loss and poaching.
The Wildlife Department said strict enforcement measures had been initiated to curb illegal hunting and protect the species.
The department urged the public to report any instances of illegal hunting or related activities through the Wildlife Helpline 1107.
The authorities announced a reward of Rs 50,000 for verified information leading to action against offenders, assuring that the identity of informants would be kept confidential.
The officials stressed that community cooperation was essential for safeguarding wildlife and preserving the region’s natural heritage.

ANF chief visits Balochistan as Pakistan launches early poppy eradication drive

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RAWALPINDI, Dec 15 (APP):Director General(DG) of the Anti-Narcotics Force (ANF), Major General Abdul Moeed, HI(M), has visited remote areas of Balochistan amid reports of illegal cultivation of prohibited crops, as Pakistan prepares to launch its Counter-Narcotics and Annual Poppy Eradication Campaign for 2025–2026.
The visit was aimed at ensuring early, coordinated action against illicit cultivation, drawing lessons from last year’s campaign. “From the very outset of the sowing season, all relevant federal and provincial departments will work jointly under a coordinated strategy,” an ANF spokesman said.
During the visit, a high-level meeting was held in Balochistan under the chairmanship of the ANF chief, attended by senior representatives of concerned departments. The meeting decided that illegally cultivated crops would be destroyed at the germination stage, avoiding the need for large-scale eradication once crops are fully grown.
To ensure timely and accurate identification of vulnerable areas, joint provincial-level task forces have been constituted. The authorities said this marked a shift from reactive operations to a proactive approach aimed at preventing illegal cultivation before it takes root.
An integrated checking and monitoring mechanism will also be put in place to strengthen enforcement and deter criminal elements, participants were told.
Officials said modern technology would be employed as part of the campaign, including satellite imagery, agricultural drones, tractors, weedicide sprays and other specialised equipment to support eradication efforts.
In parallel, large-scale awareness campaigns will be launched through the media and state institutions. Regular engagements, including Jirgas with local elders, will be held to highlight the social and economic harms associated with illegal crop cultivation.
The ANF spokesman said the director general’s visit underscored the government’s determination to eliminate narcotics from Pakistani soil and to sustain counter-narcotics efforts until the problem is fully addressed.

Six members of two dacoit gangs held

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SIALKOT, Dec 15 (APP):Police on Monday arrested six dacoits of two gangs and recovered snatched money,cell phones and other valuables from their possessions.
According to police,teams conducted raids at various localities and arrested six criminals namely as Haris,Danish, Arslan,Badar,Abdullah and Busharat of Shero and Badro gangs.
Police recovered cash amounting Rs.475,000,five bikes,four cell phones,four pistols of 30-bore,two rifles and bullets etc.
Further investigation was underway.

Kyrgyz president’s Pakistan visit to open new chapter in economic cooperation: Kashif

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ISLAMABAD, Dec 15 (APP):Honorary Consul Kyrgyzstan Meher Kashif Younis on Monday said the results-oriented and highly successful state visit of Kyrgyz President Sadyr Japarov to Pakistan is set to open a new chapter of economic cooperation between the two brotherly Muslim countries.
He said the visit had laid a strong foundation for scaling up bilateral trade from the existing $15 million to nearly $200 million within the next two years, reflecting a renewed commitment to deepen regional connectivity, commercial partnerships and strategic collaboration, said a news release.
He said both countries have agreed to accelerate progress on multiple fronts, including energy cooperation, education,textile and pharmaceutical trade, industrial linkages, agriculture, and digital transformation.
President Japarov’s engagements with Pakistan’s top leadership, he added, were marked by mutual trust and a shared vision for regional prosperity, particularly through enhanced transport corridors to facilitate businessmen on both sides.
Meher Kashif said Kyrgyzstan’s strategic location in Central Asia offered Pakistan a gateway to untapped markets, while Pakistan provided a significant export base for Kyrgyz industries.
Strengthening business-to-business exchanges through joint business councils, promoting tourism and advancing cultural cooperation, he said, would further reinforce long-term collaboration in investment, logistics and bilateral trade.
Meher Kashif who was also part of joint business forum meetings in Islamabad said agreements and 15 MOUs signed in diversified sectors during the visit, will help unleash new opportunities for joint ventures, technology transfer, and capacity building.
Kyrgyzstan Ambassador to Pakistan Kylychbek Sultan contributed a great role in this visit by closely establishing constant liaison with either sides.
He said warm welcome and hospitality by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, including offering seaports access to Kyrgyz exporters for global markets and positive momentum generated by President Japarov’s visit will transform bilateral relations into a more dynamic, sustainable, and mutually beneficial partnership, paving the way for greater regional integration and shared economic growth.
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