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Kyrgyz president due in Islamabad today for two-day visit

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Ishtiaq Rao
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ISLAMABAD, Dec 3 (APP): President of the Kyrgyz Republic Sadyr Nurgozhoevich Zhaparov is scheduled to undertake his maiden state visit to Pakistan from November 3-4, at the invitation of Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif.

The Kyrgyz president will be accompanied by a high-level delegation comprising senior cabinet ministers, high-ranking officials, and business leaders, according to a Foreign Office press release.

During the visit, President Zhaparov is expected to meet President Asif Ali Zardari, hold a tête-à-tête followed by delegation-level talks with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, and address the Pakistan-Kyrgyzstan Business Forum.

The two sides will review the full spectrum of bilateral relations and explore new avenues to further deepen cooperation across diverse sectors, including trade, energy, defence, education, people-to-people exchanges, and regional connectivity.

The last presidential visit from the Kyrgyz Republic took place in January 2005.

President Zhaparov’s visit reflects the brotherly ties between Pakistan and the Kyrgyz Republic, rooted in shared history, faith, and common aspirations for peace and prosperity in Central and South Asia.

It is expected to impart fresh momentum to bilateral cooperation and reinforce collaboration at regional and multilateral forums.

Governor Punjab emphasizes character building along with education

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Asif Jalal
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RAWALPINDI, Dec 03 (APP): Governor Punjab, Sardar Salim Haider Khan has stressed the importance of character building, saying that education remains useless if it doesn’t cultivate a good person.
He was addressing at Uswa Cadet College’s Annual Parents’ Day which was held the other day.
He praised the college for its special focus on moral and spiritual development through initiatives like monthly guest speaker sessions for character building and weekly Islamic lectures, along with a three-day workshop each semester for ethical and religious training, noting their significance in the current situation.
The Governor also lauded the college’s innovative educational facilities, specifically mentioning the establishment of an Upgraded Computer Lab, a Language Lab, and a Robotics Lab. He highlighted that such advanced resources are often absent even in many modern institutions, making Uswa Cadet College a commendable example.
He pledged his full personal and official support to the college, expressing his happiness at the dedication shown, exemplified by a General who traveled from the US for the event. He affirmed that his office would provide all necessary assistance and, recognizing the college’s initiative of providing free education, offered his personal contribution wherever needed, particularly for labs or other areas.
Earlier, upon his arrival, a smartly turned around contingent of the college cadets presented him with a guard of honour. Cadets from different college Houses march past which was highly appreciated by the audience.

Sindh reaffirms commitment to disability inclusion on IDPD

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Asif Jalal
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HYDERABAD, Dec 03 (APP): Like other parts of the country International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD) observed in Hyderabad.
The President National Disability forum (NDF) Abid Lashari expressing his views said Pakistan has joined the global community today in observing the International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD), with events across Sindh highlighting this year’s theme: “Opportunity and Challenge: Advancing Disability Inclusion in Pakistan.”
The day focused on strengthening disability rights, improving service delivery, and accelerating the implementation of disability laws.
Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (DEPD) Sindh, the Sindh Persons with Disabilities Protection Authority (SPDPA), organizations of persons with Disabilities and civil society representatives.
Abid Lashari further said that NDF Pakistan’s Network of Rehabilitation Centers is one of example as NDF operates major rehabilitation centers in Nawabshah, Larkana and Hyderabad.
These centers provide free physiotherapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, remedial education, and counseling to hundreds of children from under-served communities.

KP CM condemns bomb blast on Police mobile in DIKhan

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Asif Jalal
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PESHAWAR, Dec 03 (APP): Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Muhammad Sohail Afridi, has strongly condemned the bomb blast targeting a police mobile in Dera Ismail Khan on Wednesday.
He expressed deep sorrow and grief over the martyrdom of three police officials in the attack.
According to the Chief Minister’s House spokesperson, CM Afridi said that Shaheed ASI Gul Alam, Shaheed Constable Rafiq, and driver Sakhi Jan laid down their lives for the nation and raised the nation’s pride through their sacrifice.
He added that despite limited resources, the police force is bravely fighting terrorism on the front lines.
The Chief Minister termed the attack a cowardly act and said that such incidents cannot weaken the resolve of the nation.
He assured that the provincial government stands firmly with its brave police force and salutes their great sacrifices.
He vowed that the martyrs’ sacrifices would not go in vain and that the terrorists involved would be brought to justice.
CM Sohail Afridi further stated that the war against terrorism will continue with even greater determination and full force.
He also offered special prayers for the high ranks of the martyred officials and expressed solidarity with the bereaved families, assuring them of all possible support from the provincial government.

SECP Commissioner visits NDU President, discusses Pakistan’s strategic economic transition

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Asif Jalal
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ISLAMABAD, Dec 3 (APP): Commissioner Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) Muzzafar Ahmed Mirza called on Lieutenant General Babar Iftikhar, HI (M), President National Defence University (NDU), felicitated him on assuming office and acknowledged NDU’s pivotal role as Pakistan’s premier institution for national security and strategic studies.
The commissioner underscored NDU’s longstanding contributions to national policy formulation and the development of strategic leadership, said a news release here on Wednesday.
During the meeting, SECP Commissioner apprised President NDU of Pakistan’s recent transition into the World Bank’s Middle East and North Africa (MENA) regional portfolio—shifting from the Asia-Pacific Region effective July 1, 2025.
He noted that this transition offers a significant strategic opportunity for Pakistan to strengthen its economic outlook, enhance its global positioning, and align regulatory reforms to attract increased foreign investment.
He further highlighted that Pakistan is increasingly regarded as a stable, secure, and attractive investment destination. Over the past seven months, foreign companies from China, Denmark, Hong Kong, Japan, Singapore, Spain, Türkiye, the UAE, and the USA have established operations in Pakistan, reflecting renewed international confidence.
NDU, as Pakistan’s leading national think tank, plays a central role in shaping strategic thought—especially at the nexus of national security and economic resilience.
Enhanced collaboration between SECP and NDU would further strengthen strategic insight on economic matters, enrich policy deliberations and contribute to long-term national policymaking.
Muzzafar Ahmed, Commissioner Licensing and Registration Division, SECP, is an alumnus of National Security Workshop, NDU.

Naqvi condemns Khawarij terrorists’ attack on a police vehicle in Dera Ismail Khan

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Asif Jalal
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ISLAMABAD, Dec 03 (APP): Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has strongly condemned the Khawarij terrorists’ attack on a police vehicle in Dera Ismail Khan.
He paid tribute to the three police personnel who embraced martyrdom. He expressed heartfelt condolences and sympathy with the families of the martyred ASI Gul Alam, Constable Rafiq, and Sakhi Jan.
Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi said the bravery and sacrifice of the valiant sons of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Police are commendable.
He said the supreme sacrifices of the martyrs will always be remembered. “We hold the sacrifices of KP Police in the highest regard.”

Three police personnel martyred in Paniala

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Asif Jalal
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DERA ISMAIL KHAN, Dec 03 (APP): At least three policemen were martyred when a police mobile van came under attack in the Paniala area here on Wednesday.
According to reports, the blast struck the police vehicle when  it was on routine patrolling.
The martyred officers have been identified as ASI Gul Alam, Constable Rafiq, and the driver Sakhi Jan. However, constable Azad Shah who also aboard the vehicle miraculously survived the attack, sustaining no life-threatening injuries
Rescue and law-enforcement teams immediately reached the spot, cordoning off the area.
The police launched a search operation.
The authorities have begun investigations to determine the nature of the blast.

Two drug peddlers held with narcotics

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Asif Jalal
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SIALKOT, Dec 03 (APP): Police on Wednesday claimed to have arrested two drug pushers and recovered 3.400 kg hashish from their possessions in the limits of different
police stations.
According to the police, a team of PS Sabz Pir intercepted accused Iqbal and recovered 2.200 kg chars from his possession.
Meanwhile, PS City Pasrur managed to arrest Hamza with 1.200 kg hashish.
Police registered separate cases against the accused and started investigation.

GCWUS students decorate wall through paintings

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Asif Jalal
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SIALKOT, Dec 03 (APP): Students of the Government College Women University Sialkot (GCWUS) on Wednesday showcased the wall of the varsity through paintings.
According to a release of the varsity, the students of Fine Arts department decorated the
varsity wall through paintings.
“Very well done  Fine Arts Department and HoD Raza Ur Rehman for beautifully painting
GCWUS walls. Brave and talented girls. Keep it up, ” Vice Chancellor Dr Shazia Basher
appreciated the students.

Special Initiative Police Station opened in Nawan Sher

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Asif Jalal
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KHANEWAL, Dec 03 (APP): In order to strengthen the service delivery system with transparent registration of FIRs, a Special Initiative Police Station was inaugurated at Nawan Sher on Wednesday.
Regional Police Officer (RPO) Muhammad Sohail Chaudhry formally inaugurated the station, which is equipped with modern facilities to provide timely assistance to visitors
and complainants.
The station features a modern front desk, a fully computerised data system, a monitoring room, waiting area, SHO office, investigation room, recreation room and several other
upgraded sections.
RPO Sohail Chaudhry said the model police station reflected the professional capabilities of Punjab Police and would play a key role in improving public trust. He added that all possible resources were being utilised to modernise police culture and strengthen the rule of law, noting that citizens’ confidence remained their biggest strength.
Earlier, the RPO visited the DPO Office, where DPO Ismail Kharak received him. He inspected various branches, praised the performance of the staff and reviewed ongoing construction projects, issuing necessary directions to the concerned officers.
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