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Asif, Hasnain victorious in IBSF World Masters Snooker

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ISLAMABAD, Jul 15 (APP): Pakistani cueists Muhammad Asif and Hasnain Akhtar earned victories in the IBSF World Masters, U17, U21 & Men 6Red Snooker Championships 2025 at Manama, Bahrain.

According to details, in Last 24 Round, Asif beat Tony Morgan (Wales) 3-0 (74(55)-10, 106(90)-0, 89(61)-11).
In Last 16 round result, Bashar Abdul Majeed (Qatar) outplayed Shahid Aftab (Pakistan) 4-2 (76-59, 6-77(65), 18-74, 74-29, 64-50, 60-47).

In Day 1st U17 result, Hasnain defeated Abdulla Al Musleh (Qatar) 3-0 (72(35)-2, 65(40)-9, 81(31)-14).

In Last 16 Round Asif will face Mohamed Shehab (UAE) on Wednesday.

Gilani urges joint strategy to tackle global challenges

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Kamran Muraad
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ISLAMABAD, Jul 15 (APP): Chairman Senate and Founding Chairman of the Inter-Parliamentary Speakers Conference (ISC), Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani and ISC Secretary General Ek Nath Dhakal on Tuesday discussed the upcoming international peace conference set to take place in November in Pakistan.
Gilani urges joint strategy to tackle global challenges
During the meeting, Chairman Gilani underscored the significance of the ISC as a platform to strengthen regional dialogue, promote peace, and advance development efforts both within the region and globally. “The ISC will serve as a vital forum for fostering cooperation and understanding across borders,” he remarked.
Gilani urges joint strategy to tackle global challenges
Calling for unity in the face of growing global tensions, Gilani emphasised the urgent need for a collective strategy to address conflicts and other international challenges. “Now more than ever, we need joint efforts to resolve the pressing issues confronting our world,” he said.
Mr. Dhakal expressed full confidence in Chairman Gilani’s leadership, stating that his experience and global stature would help make the ISC more inclusive and effective. He also shared the organisation’s strategic plans, which include applying for observer status at the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) and enhancing collaboration with the United Nations to better pursue peace and development goals.
Gilani urges joint strategy to tackle global challenges
Both sides reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening parliamentary cooperation, promoting regional peace, and addressing shared global challenges through dialogue and mutual understanding.
Speaking to Pakistan Television, Chairman Gilani warmly welcomed Mr. Dhakal and said, “His visit marks the start of preparations for the International Conference on Peace in Islamabad, which aims to promote global peace and mutual understanding.”
Mr. Dhakal thanked Chairman Gilani for the warm reception and conveyed greetings from the people, government, and Parliament of Nepal. He stressed the importance of enhancing ties between Pakistan and the ISC and fostering stronger friendships among all member nations, including Pakistan and Nepal.

Iranian CG visits Dr Kaleem Ullah Health Foundation Hospital Quetta

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Muhammad Zubair
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QUETTA, Jul 15 (APP):Iranian Consulate General (CG) in Quetta, AliReza Rajaee, paid visit to the Dr Kaleem Ullah Health Foundation Hospital, expressing Iran’s interest in collaborating with Balochistan on vital health and human development initiatives.
The visit underscored Iran’s willingness to help improve access to basic services for needy communities in the province, said a news release issued by Dr Kaleem Ullah Health Foundation Hospital.
During the visit, he met with the former Mayor of Quetta and President of the Foundation, Dr Kaleem Ullah Khan Kakar, along with other board members.
The meeting focused on in-depth discussions regarding critical public health issues in the city, particularly solid waste management, water sanitation, and drainage challenges.
Dr Kaleem Ullah Khan Kakar briefed the Consul General on the initiatives undertaken during his tenure as mayor in the areas of solid waste management and water sanitation, highlighting challenges such as inadequate waste disposal, limited recycling resources, and water contamination.
Ali Reza Rajaee emphasized the necessity of addressing these issues for a healthy society, stating, “Effective solid waste management, clean water, and improved drainage systems are essential for a healthy society, and raising public awareness is crucial in this regard.”
He further noted that he has held meetings with senior government officials to address these challenges and affirmed Iran’s readiness to provide technical expertise and cooperation.
Dr Kaleem Ullah Khan Kakar welcomed the Consul General’s efforts, describing them as commendable.

Minister chairs meeting of Malakand agriculture department

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Muhammad Zubair
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PESHAWAR, Jul 15 (APP):Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Minister for Agriculture Sajjad Barkwal on Tuesday chaired a meeting of district officers from various wings of Malakand agriculture department.

Special Assistant to the Chief Minister for Science, Information and Technology, Dr. Shafqat Ayaz and concerned officials also attended the meeting.

Addressing the meeting, the minister emphasized the significance of Malakand’s agricultural sector stating that it “awaits dedicated attention, and with improved focus, the district can yield premium crops.” He directed district officers to prioritize maximizing benefits from projects under the Annual Development Program (ADP) stressing that special attention must be paid to fully utilize ongoing ADP schemes.

Provincial minister underscored the importance of consulting local representatives in planning and executing development projects, affirming that developmental initiatives and other activities in Malakand will be carried out in consultation with provincial cabinet members and assembly members belonging to the district.

The CM’s aide on Science and Technology also pledged possible support to enhance the use of information technology in agriculture. He assured full cooperation to agriculture department in this regard.

Telenor honored with two awards

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Kamran Muraad
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ISLAMABAD, Jul 15 (APP): Telenor Pakistan has been recognised with two prestigious awards at the HR Digital Transformation and Analytics Awards 2025, hosted by Corporate World Intelligence (CWI).
These accolades underscore the company’s progressive approach to human resources and its ongoing commitment to leveraging technology to empower its workforce and drive future-ready solutions.
The company was awarded AI Innovator in Pakistan’s HR Landscape for its cutting-edge AI-powered HR chatbot, which is revolutionising employee engagement, streamlining internal processes, and reshaping the way HR services are delivered. Additionally, Telenor Pakistan’s Chief People Officer, Areej Khan, was named Visionary CHRO of the Year in recognition of her leadership and purpose-driven initiatives that have significantly advanced organisational transformation and employee well-being.
Reflecting on the achievement, Areej Khan, Chief People Officer, Telenor Pakistan, stated:  “At Telenor Pakistan, we are continuously evolving our People First strategy to create a workplace that is agile, inclusive, and future-ready. I am honored by this recognition and proud of our team’s relentless efforts to create meaningful impact.”
The recognition comes as Telenor Pakistan continues to enhance the employee experience by introducing digital solutions, prioritising well-being, and fostering a culture of inclusion. From simplifying HR operations with smart tools to embedding purpose and empathy in leadership, the company is setting new benchmarks for how modern organisations engage and support their people.
Headquartered in Malaysia, Corporate World Intelligence (CWI) is a globally recognised platform that celebrates leadership and excellence through international summits, strategic forums, and business intelligence events. The accolades awarded to Telenor Pakistan reaffirm its position as a leader in tech-driven HR innovation and its ongoing commitment to fostering a progressive, people-focused workplace culture.

Faisalabad receives 56 mm rain

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Muhammad Zubair
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FAISALABAD, Jul 15 (APP):The city on Tuesday received 56 millimeters (mm) rain which inundated low-lying areas including most important roads and intersections.
The rain started early in the morning which continued for three hours
intermittently.
Water & Sanitation Agency (WASA) Managing Director Sohail Qadir Cheema
immediately made the operations staff at high alert with a clear directive to remove rainfall from urban areas on urgent basis. A WASA spokesman said that maximum 56 mm rain was recorded at Jail Road while Dogar Basti received 47 mm rain, Ghulam Muhammad Abad 44 mm, Madina Town 39 mm, Allama Iqbal and its adjacent areas witnessed 35 mm rain.
WASA operations staff demonstrated full preparedness to tackle water accumulation and started drainage of rainwater from main roads and intersections of the city.
Senior officers of the agency also remained active in the field and supervised the drainage process at multiple locations.
Meanwhile, Divisional Commissioner Madam Maryam Khan said that divisional administration is on high alert following the continuous heavy rainfall that began Tuesday morning. She said that Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has issued clear directives to ensure immediate drainage of rainwater from all urban areas during the monsoon spell.
She directed WASA and other departments to keep their teams actively deployed in the field, particularly in low-lying areas where water accumulation is most severe. She stressed the need to keep dewatering machinery fully functional and directed that generators must be available at disposal stations in case of power outages to maintain uninterrupted drainage operations.
He also directed the deputy commissioners of all four districts in Faisalabad division to personally supervise rainwater drainage efforts during this weather emergency.
She urged the citizens to follow safety precautions during ongoing spell of rain to avoid any untoward incidents.

Court rejects request to release car used in TikToker Sana Yousaf’s murder case

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Kamran Muraad
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ISLAMABAD, Jul 15 (APP): The District and Sessions Court of Islamabad on Tuesday rejected a plea to release a car allegedly used in the murder of TikToker Sana Yousaf, marking a significant development in the case.
The decision came after police confirmed the vehicle’s connection to the suspect.
The court heard the case related to the vehicle rented by the accused, Umar Hayat, in the murder of TikToker Sana Yousaf.
During the proceedings, the owner of the car filed a petition seeking custody of the vehicle, arguing that neither he nor his car was involved in the crime. The petitioner also stated that he was not named or wanted in the investigation.
However, police opposed the request, telling the court that the suspect had used the vehicle both before and after committing the crime. Police further informed that the car had been recovered on the suspect’s identification.
Police added that the vehicle owner did not provide the rental agreement or any CCTV footage to support his claim. Investigators also mentioned that both the vehicle owner and the driver are still required to provide their statements in connection with the case.
After hearing arguments from both sides, the court dismissed the petition seeking the car’s release, allowing police to keep it as evidence in the ongoing investigation.

DPM Ishaq Dar participation in SCO Council of FMs Meeting conducive to Pakistan’s cooperation with other member states: Prof Cheng

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BEIJING, July 15 (APP): The participation of Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar in the Meeting of Council of Foreign Ministers of Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) indicates that Pakistan attaches great importance to the SCO Charter spirit and cooperation process, regards the SCO as a priority in Pakistani foreign policies.

Pakistan is committed to strengthening cooperation with other member states through this organization and enhancing its influence in regional affairs.

This was stated by Prof. Cheng Xizhong, Senior Research Fellow at the Charhar Institute in a statement issued here on Tuesday.

He said that the purpose of this SCO Foreign Ministers’ Council meeting is to make overall preparations for the Tianjin Summit. The foreign ministers of the member states coordinate the relevant agenda and content of the summit, exchange views on cooperation in various fields of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization and major international and regional issues, and sign a series of resolutions and document.

Member states of the SCO have extensive room for cooperation in such fields as economy, trade and environment.

Pakistan, he said, may leverage this platform to jointly explore with other member states measures to strengthen economic partnerships, promote trade and investment cooperation, and boost its own economic development.

For example, the 2024 meeting of the Council of Heads of Government of SCO Member States was held in Islamabad, at which key measures to enhance economic partnerships among member states were adopted, providing Pakistan with opportunities to strengthen trade and economic ties with major international partners, he added.

Prof Cheng said that in recent years, the SCO’s “circle of friends” has been constantly expanding, and the cooperation has been increasingly enriched, evolving from the “two-wheel driven” of security and economic cooperation to the multi-track advancement.

The participation of Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar in the meeting is conducive to Pakistan’s cooperation with other member states in a wider range of fields and the sharing of development, he added.

Pak-Uzbek to establish joint working group to facilitate employment opportunities

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Shahzad Ahmad
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Federal Minister for Overseas Pakistanis and Human Resource Development Chaudhary Salik Hussain met with the Ambassador of Uzbekistan, Alisher Tukhtaev in Islamabad on July 15th, 2025.
ISLAMABAD, Jul 15 (APP):Federal Minister for Overseas Pakistanis Chaudhry Salik Hussain met with Uzbekistan’s Ambassador to Pakistan, Ali Sher Takhtaev. During the meeting, various proposals regarding employment opportunities for Pakistanis in Uzbekistan were discussed.
In the meeting, an agreement was reached to establish a joint working group to facilitate employment opportunities for Pakistanis in Uzbekistan, said a press release here on Tuesday.
 Ambassador Ali Sher Takhtaev stated that Uzbekistan and Pakistan have historic, religious, cultural, and trade relations. There are extensive opportunities for cooperation between Uzbekistan and Pakistan in the fields of information technology, medicine, agriculture, and labor. Through joint efforts, economic prosperity in the region can be promoted and new employment opportunities can be created for the people of both countries.
Federal Minister Chaudhry Salik Hussain mentioned that Pakistan has initiated pilot projects related to labor supply with South Korea and Japan, which have yielded very positive results. Pakistan is also interested in starting a pilot project with Uzbekistan to provide employment to Pakistanis. Over 12 million Pakistanis are employed abroad, and currently Pakistan is among the top 10 countries worldwide in remittances. During the fiscal year 2025, overseas Pakistanis sent a record $38.8 billion in remittances to Pakistan. The goal is to increase this amount to $50 billion within the next 2 to 3 years.

UET approves new programmes, policy reforms

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Muhammad Zubair
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LAHORE, Jul 15 (APP):The 237th meeting of the Academic Council of the University of Engineering and Technology (UET), Lahore, was held under the chairmanship of Vice Chancellor Dr. Syed Shahid Munir, during which several new academic programmes were approved and key reforms in the admission policies for the year 2026 were also recommended.
The meeting was attended by the deans of all faculties, the registrar, and academic and administrative heads of all departments.
Vice Chancellor Dr. Shahid Munir expressed satisfaction over the addition of these new programmes and appreciated the support of the Academic Council members. He emphasised that these initiatives are essential to harmonise the university’s curriculum with contemporary industrial needs and global academic developments. “These programmes will equip students with specialised knowledge and practical skills, enabling them to better navigate emerging career opportunities,” he said.
Among the major approvals, BSc Software Engineering was approved based on recommendations from the Board of Faculty of Electrical Engineering, BSc Logistics and Supply Chain Management was introduced on the recommendation of the Board of Faculty of Civil Engineering, BSc Industrial Chemistry was approved as per the recommendation of the Board of Faculty of Natural Sciences, Humanities, and Islamic Studies, BSc Remote Sensing and GIS was sanctioned following recommendations by the Board of Faculty of Earth Sciences and Engineering.
The council also approved the establishment of a Center of Excellence, which will offer short-term courses of six-month duration at UET Lahore, designed to provide practical and industry-relevant training.
Additionally, the council also passed several amendments to university policies, including revisions in fee refund, merit criteria, admission policy for international students, and scholarship schemes.
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