ISLAMABAD, Mar 26 (APP):The British Backpacker Society’s has said that Pakistan will see a huge surge in international tourism in the coming years and encourage travellers to visit this hidden travel gem.
The Soceity has issued a special message for international tourists stand travellers to visit world top travel destination.
The British Backpacker Society also recently identified Pakistan as its top travel destination, calling it “one of the friendliest countries on Earth, with mountain scenery that is beyond anyone’s wildest imagination.”
On a social media blog, the backpackers, who explored more than 101 countries, declared Pakistan the clear winner of the “British Backpacker Society’s top 20 adventure travel destinations 2018,” encouraging keen travelers to book a trip to Pakistan immediately.
Such descriptions of Pakistan as a tourist-friendly country may come as a surprise to many. Yet Pakistan, in addition to several ancient historical landmarks, is blessed with one of the most amazing landscapes, mountain ranges and valleys in the world.
Northern Pakistan is home to the world’s three famous mountain ranges , the Himalayas, the Karakorams and the Hindukush.

ISLAMABAD, Mar 26 (APP):The disrespect to public figures by few unruly persons, may be a pointer to some underlying social
commotion but this must be curbed with stringent steps in order to ensure overall unity and cohesion
in the country.
Some recent shoes-hurling incidents have stirred a debate and the sane elements have
emphasized to figure out root-causes of the unruliness before it ruptures social fabric.
“The main reason among contributors to the entire emerging scenario are social injustice
and religious intolerance, leading the society towards violent extremism for which some corrective
measures on war footing basis, are required to be taken collectively,” said Senator Aurangzeb
Khan from Federally Administered Tribal Areas.
He said, ” Education – only right education – is the solution to establish a society with cohesive
approach to live and give right to live.”
The campaign of foul play should be bridled whether it is political, religious or related to personal
interests, he said and called for strong legislation and its strict implementation in this regard.
He stressed for holding consultation over the issue and come up with decisive solution as it was
feared that the game of defamation may become ‘hot topic’ for media in the next general election.
Federal Minister for Parliamentary Affairs Sheikh Aftab Ahmad urged the public to respect the
sanctity of vote. The recent acts of showing disrespect against political figures in a violent manner,
were repugnant to the teachings of Islam and moral values, he noted.
The minister also suggested to the politicians to show restraint and avoid such statements that
may hurt the public sentiments.
Former leader of the Upper House in the Senate Raja Zafar Ul Haq warned that sinister elements
and opportunists could take the advantage of such situations, leading to civil disturbance.
The leadership of all political parties should show restraint while delivering statements as the
situation was sensitive to the country’s democratic system and overall national behaviour, he added.
Pakistan Bar Council member Maqsood Buttar called for the adoption of reformative as well as
deterrent approach by adding defamation related punishments in Pakistan Penal Code as existing law
of Tort had insubstantial implementation in the country as compared to the civilized societies of the world.
“If someone, who disagrees with ideology of a party, does not need to vote for it rather than taking
the law into hands,” he remarked.
The lives of the unruly activists were at at risk due to physical torture from supporters for which a
new law may be enacted, he suggested.
A psychiatrist Sundas Ali, pleading sympathy to those involved in such incidents, said such reactions
only showed frustration, besides a desire to seek public attention.
A sociologist associated with Peshawar University said it was was not a sudden scenario.
“Unfortunately frustration and deprivation that we have sowed over the years is now in its full boom”.
Legislation, he said, might not help in addressing the issue but the only solution lay in a reformative
society to lessen the difference of the rich and the poor, and the powerful and the vulnerable.
Bad or poor governance and political system’s failure to deliver were major factors for growing intolerance
among public. This is a time to come up with a way forward to work on a practical solution to the intolerance,
he said.

ISLAMABAD, Mar 25 (APP):President Mamnoon Hussain Sunday congratulated the Islamabad United team for winning the final match of the Pakistan Super League 2018.
The president said both the teams played a great game in the tournament.
Extending his felicitations to the nation, the president said the PSL’s success was the success of the whole nation.

ISLAMABAD, Mar 25 (APP):President Mamnoon Hussain Sunday said by successfully holding the Pakistan Super League, the nation had trampled the terrorism and extremism under its feet declaring Pakistan a peaceful democratic country.
In a statement issued by the President House, the president congratulated the Pakistan Cricket Board, Chairman Najam Sethi, his co-workers, all the players and the whole nation on successful holding of the PSL game. It had also proved that the Pakistani nation believed in love and harmony, he added.
The president said the hustle and bustle had returned to Pakistan’s playgrounds. He believed that the Pakistani youth would turn this region into a cradle of peace and prosperity by exploiting their capabilities and resolve.
The president also congratulated the winning players and said their victory was in fact the victory of peace and tolerance and Pakistan.

ISLAMABAD, Mar 25 (APP):Prime Minister Shahid Khaqan Abbasi Sunday congratulated Islamabad United team on clinching
the trophy of Third Pakistan Super League 2018.
The prime minister also appreciated the runner-up Peshawar Zalmi for showing a great game in the tournament.
He said the successful holding of Pakistan Super League’s final match in Karachi was a victory of the entire nation.
The prime minister felicitated the Pakistan Cricket Board on successful arrangement and execution of PSL 2018. He also extended his heartfelt congratulations to all participating players and teams for enthusiastically playing throughout the tournament.
He said the event offered an excellent opportunity to the cricket fans to witness the ultimate cricket experience across Pakistan; the enthusiasm and excitement of cricket fans at National Stadium Karachi today was indeed commendable, stated the prime minister.
He expressed his gratitude to the international players who led the PSL to the magnificent outcome through their participation and extraordinary performance.
Prime Minister Abbasi lauded the role of Pakistan Army, police and law enforcement agencies, and Sindh government in the smooth holding of the PSL final in Karachi.
He appreciated the efforts of PCB team, particularly Chairman PCB Najam Sethi and all those associated in successfully arranging the event.

KARACHI, March 25 (APP):Prime Minister Shahid Khaqan Abbasi Sunday joined thousands of cricket lovers here at the National Stadium- to spectate the final match of the Third Pakistan Super League -2018.
The prime minister was accompanied by Sindh Governor Muhammad Zubair, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Governor Iqbal Zafar Jhagra, and Minister of State for Information, Broadcasting, National History and Literary Heritage Marriyum Aurangzeb as finalists Peshawar Zalmi and Islamabad United were in the final run for trophy.
Earlier, in a statement, the prime minister had said that by holding of PSL Final in Karachi, the peace and lost glory of Karachi had been revived.
He also congratulated the nation for successfully holding the PSL and fully participating in the event.
He viewed that behind revival of activities in Karachi was the vision of former prime minister Nawaz Sharif and role of the provincial government, armed forces, police and law enforcement agencies.

ISLAMABAD, Mar 25 (APP):Minister of State for Information, Broadcasting, National History and Literary Heritage Ms. Marriyum Aurangzeb has congratulated the entire nation for the return of peace and lights to Karachi.
In a statement issued here Sunday, she said the return of peace and festivities in Karachi was made possible by the everlasting sacrifices of the nation, adding it marked the fulfillment of the pledge of former Prime Minister Muhammad Nawaz Sharif to end darkness, restore peace and bring back the hustle and bustle of playgrounds of the country.
The minister remarked that people were coming to watch the match in thousands in a city which had been marred by an ambiance of fear and harassment.
She said the spirit exhibited by the people was admirable to say the least. The minister welcoming the national and international players said their arrival in Pakistan was promoting sports activities in the country and reinvigorating the spirit of the Pakistani nation.
Marriyum said the PML (N) government was making strenuous efforts to turn the country into a cradle of peace and prosperity.
She congratulated the entire nation particularly the people of Karachi over the return of festivities in the city.
She prayed to the Almighty to grant eternity to the festivities and spring in Pakistan, besides passing of the day in a festive and safe atmosphere.

KARACHI, March 25 (APP):Prime Minister Shahid Khaqan Abbasi Sunday said the holding of Pakistan Super League Final match in Karachi was the result of Pakistan Muslim League-N-led government’s positive policies as it had revived the lost peace and glory of the city.
Addressing the business community members here, the prime minister recalled that before 2013, the people were planning to settle abroad but now normalcy had returned to the city. The consistency of policies was essential to keep the investors’ confidence intact, he added.
He said the maintenance of peace and economic stability were the foremost responsibilities of the government.
Commenting on the recent Senate election, the prime minister said the dignity of the parliament had been undermined due to some political parties, which would prove to be counter-productive for the democracy in the country.
He said sometimes the government had to take tough decisions, however, it always tried to take steps which could help grow the national economy.
He sad business community played a vital role in the economic uplift of any country. When the gross domestic product ratio did not grow, the inflation swelled and impeded the national development.
He said the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz government had successfully tackled the energy crisis and improved the infrastructure.
He told the business community that the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor was heading in right direction that would cast positive impacts on the country.
Prime Minister Abbasi said the government was also striving to achieve the target of six percent economic growth. He recalled that the national economy had been badly affected by the sit-in by an opposition party and the Panama issue.
He said the businessmen too could not remain aloof from any political situation and they should express their opinion in that regard. He also lauded their role for enhancement of the country’s exports and stressed their more active role.
He said the government would keep up the practice of consultation with the business community.
He said the national and political stability was linked with the economic stability of the country.
On the occasion, the businessmen apprised the prime minister of their problems. The prime minister assured them that the government would take steps to resolve their issues on priority.
Governor Sindh Muhammad Zubair, Minister of State for Information Marriyum Aurangzeb, Adviser to the Prime Minister on Finance Miftah Ismail and Special Assistant to the Prime Minister Dr Musaddik Malik also attended the meeting.

KARACHI, Mar 25 (APP):Prime Minister, Shahid Khaqan Abbasi
said on Sunday that proactive policies and a pragmatic approach adopted by the PML (N) government has contributed towards restoration of normalcy in Karachi.
Talking to the members of the business community belonging
to the metropolis, he said being in Karachi and witnessing enthusiasm of Karachiites with regard to PSL final match is a source of extreme joy and satisfaction for him as the head of the government.
It is owing to concerted efforts of PML(N) government that
industrialists and investors who prior to 2013 were contemplating to
move their businesses abroad are today more than confident to focus more on their own city and country as compared to any other part of the world, said Prime Minister.
Emphasizing that PML (N) will complete its tenure on May 31
this year and that general elections will be held in time, he said
the major objective of any government is to strengthen economy and maintain law and order. “By the grace of Allah PML government has accomplished these targets,” he Added.
Prime Minister said our resources are limited and therefore
at times difficult decisions have to be made. “However despite all
odds we did our best to maintain our economic growth,” he said
reminding that low GDP growth leads to inflation.
He said PML (N) government was focussed towards achieving 6%
growth rate, however, owing to the politics of sit-ins and Panama
the economy had to suffer.
He said a strong economy is crucial for national stability
and urged the business community to play their role in raising
exports and streamlining industrial growth.
He urged the business community to play an active role in
this regard and assured them that they would always be kept on
board in matters related to economic development.
Prime Minister said the PML (N) has been able to realize most
of its commitments made under its election manifesto in 2013-14
and the country has managed to overcome energy crisis while
inception of CPEC has also put it on the path of development.
“Infrastructure development made during our current tenure is
exemplary in national history and has opened fresh vistas of
progress and prosperity for all the citizens of the country,” he
said.
He on the occasion also registered his reservations about
recent election of Senate Chairman and regretted that integrity
of parliament was compromised that may not be a good omen for
democratic culture in the country.
Governor of Sindh, Muhammad Zubair, State Minister for
Information, Maryam Aurangzaib, Advisor to PM Miftah Ismail and
Special Assistant Mussadaq Malik were also present on the occasion.