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8 fuel agencies, LPG decanting shops sealed

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MUZAFFARGARH, Jan 18 (APP):A civil defense officer, leading an official team, sealed four fuel agencies and as many Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) decanting facilities here Thursday on charge of illegalities and improper safety arrangements.
In compliance with the orders of Deputy Commissioner Mian Usman Ali, the official team checked many fuel agencies and LPG decanting shops. Four fuel agencies were sealed after these were found to be operating illegally and their owners including Muhammad Nair, Muhammad Sajjad, Muhammad Sajjad s/o Allah Ditta, and another were named in the complaints filed with police for registration of FIRs.
Four LPG shops were also sealed after officials found that fire safety equipment was either absent or not functioning where available. Complaints have been filed with Rang Pur police for the registration of cases against owners including Muhammad Sibtain, Muhammad Amjad, Muzammil, and others.

Delegates from Africa arrive for 3rd Engineering Show in Lahore

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Lahore, Jan 18 (APP):Around 50 delegates from Senegal, Gambia, Sierra Leone and Guinea are arriving here for the 3rd Engineering and Healthcare Show from Jan 18-20.
Business to business sessions and industry visits have been organized for these delegates, who are interested in agri machinery, cosmetics, kitchenware, construction, home appliances, surgicals and pharmaceutical products from Pakistan. On the 3rd day of exhibition, the delegates will also visit some industries.
As evidence of West African countries’ increasing interest in Pakistani agri machinery and pharmaceuticals, delegates from the African countries have been regularly attending the Engineering and Healthcare Show in Lahore since its first edition in 2022.
Meanwhile, in line with the persistent efforts of Pakistan’s High Commission in Tanzania for promoting trade and economic activities between Pakistan and Tanzania, an eight member business delegation from Tanzania is attending the show.
The delegation is being led by Ghulam Abbas Hirani, Chairperson, Tanzania-Pakistan Business Council. Other members of the delegation include Gilead John Teri, Executive Director, Tanzania Investment Centre; Dr. Vivian Timothy Wonanji, Principal Drug Registration Officer, Tanzania Medicine and Medical Devices Authority (TMDA); Iddi Kassim Iddi, Managing Director, IDDCON Investment Limited; Amran K. Batenga, Chairman, M/S Tetra M Express; Arfaan Ahmed Alwani, Managing Director, M/S Agrovision Ltd; Hasham Alwani, Procurement Officer, M/S Shellcrafts Ltd. and Anthony Mapande, Medical Specialist, Kamanga Medics Hospital.
The conference mainly focused on exploring ways to promote Pakistan’s trade relations with other countries including Tanzania. The conference also provided a good opportunity to the foreign delegates to interact with Pakistani exhibitors under one roof.

Observers urged to follow ECP issued code of conduct

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PESHAWAR, Jan 18 (APP):Joint Provincial Election Commissioner, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Aziz Bahadar has urged the domestic observers to follow the code of conduct issued by the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) during the process of the observation of the electoral process in the country.
He was addressing an awareness session for election observers regarding the Code of Conduct for the General Elections here on Thursday.
Director (Elections), Asif Ali Yasin, Deputy Director (Media Coordination), Sohail Ahmad, Deputy Director (Monitoring & Training), Mohammad Imran, Assistant Director (Protocol), Qaiser Khan and representatives of Gender & Disability Electoral Working Group also attended the session.
Aziz Bahadur highlighted the role of observers in conducting transparent elections. He said that registered organizations can apply for Accreditation Cards as per prevailing procedure.
On this occasion, the Director Elections Asif Ali Yasin gave a meticulous presentation on the code of conduct issued by the Election Commission and the related constitutional and legal framework and comprehensive and trusted steps for elections, including the election laws regarding the minority community and marginalized classes of the society.
The participants took keen interest in the session and asked various relevant questions which were answered while several women representatives also shared their experiences and presented suggestions.

Paper factory’s boiler sealed

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FAISALABAD, Jan 18 (APP):The district environment department sealed a boiler of a paper factory and imposed Rs 200,000 fine on its owner near here on Thursday.
The unit, located near Chak 67-JB, Mullanpur road, was sealed over violation of Punjab Environmental Protection (Smog Prevention and Control) rules.
Deputy Director Environment Johar Abbas said that action against violators of environmental laws was in full swing in the district.

Dr Jamal directs BBH renovation by January 31

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RAWALPINDI, Jan 18 (APP): Caretaker Provincial Minister for Primary and Secondary Healthcare and Population Welfare Dr Jamal Nasir on Thursday directed the officials concerned to complete the reconstruction and renovation work of the Benazir Bhutto Hospital (BBH) Outdoor Patient Department by January 31.

During a visit to review the ongoing BBH’s renovation work, he said that the OPD including pathology, eye ward, ENT, dentistry, skin and blood bank departments would be made functional by the end of this month.

The minister said that available funds would be provided to nursing hostel and college that would be fully functional in February.

He also inspected the hospital’s basement and said that work was being carried out to lay a new water supply and sewage system to resolve the issue of water seepage.

Dr Jamal Nasir said that the repair and reconstruction work of the three blocks of Doctors Hostel was being started for Rs 140 million.

He said that the Punjab government was committed to providing the best kind of health facilities to the residents of Rawalpindi and more than three billion rupees had been provided for the reconstruction and repair of Holy Family Hospital.

Jazz, Pathfinder Group hosted Digital Pakistan Breakfast

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ISLAMABAD, Jan 18 (APP):Jazz, a leading digital operator of the country, in collaboration with the Pathfinder Group, hosted the “Digital Pakistan Breakfast”.
The event was organised on the sidelines of World Economic Forum Annual Meeting taking place in Davos.
A press release received here on Monday said the event highlighted Pakistan’s journey of digital transformation, underscoring its potential and resilience in a rapidly evolving digital world.
Addressing the event Aamir Ibrahim, CEO of Jazz and Chairman of Mobilink Microfinance Bank identified the challenges faced by the country and emphasized the critical role of technology in addressing them.
As Pakistan’s leading digital operator, we are fully committed to leveraging technology to empower our citizens, he added.
In line with this year’s World Economic Forum theme ‘Rebuilding Trust,’ by adopting a strategic 3T Approach–Technology, Trust and Transparency, we can advance the digital agenda of Pakistan, he said adding that the 3T approach can be crucial for charting a path towards an inclusive and equitable Pakistan, he remarked
He also highlighted the impact of JazzCash in the fintech sector.
Aamir Ibrahim said that serving approximately 45 million Pakistanis, of whom 30% are women, JazzCash is at the forefront of financial empowerment in Pakistan.
By embracing the 3Ts, we aim to create a Pakistan where every citizen has the opportunity to thrive, bridging inclusion gaps and fostering a tech-driven knowledge economy, he added.
Commenting on the collaboration, Zarrar Sehgal, Chairman of the Pathfinder Group, said, hosting this event with Jazz at Davos is a testament to our joint dedication to promoting the Digital Pakistan agenda.
“We aim to create a significant global impact, enhancing connectivity and empowering communities, with a special focus on Pakistan, where overcoming certain challenges remains a priority.”, he added.

Caretaker minister for Tourism and Environment Arshad Wali Muhammad confers Gold Medal to a graduate during the 12th Convocation of Sindh Agriculture University Tandojam

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Caretaker minister for Tourism and Environment Arshad Wali Muhammad confers Gold Medal to a graduate during the 12th Convocation of Sindh Agriculture University Tandojam
APP56-180124 HYDERABAD: January 18 – Caretaker minister for Tourism and Environment Arshad Wali Muhammad confers Gold Medal to a graduate during the 12th Convocation of Sindh Agriculture University Tandojam. APP/AKS/TZD/ABB
Caretaker minister for Tourism and Environment Arshad Wali Muhammad confers Gold Medal to a graduate during the 12th Convocation of Sindh Agriculture University Tandojam
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HYDERABAD: January 18 –Caretaker minister for Tourism and Environment Arshad Wali Muhammad confers Gold Medal to a graduate during the 12th Convocation of Sindh Agriculture University Tandojam
Caretaker minister for Tourism and Environment Arshad Wali Muhammad confers Gold Medal to a graduate during the 12th Convocation of Sindh Agriculture University Tandojam
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HYDERABAD: January 18 – Graduates showing their gold medals during 12th Convocation of Sindh Agriculture University Tandojam. APP/AKS/ TZD/ABB

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HYDERABAD: January 18 – Caretaker Minister for Tourism and Environment Arshad Wali Muhammad giving degree award to the graduates during 12th Convocation of Sindh Agriculture University Tandojam. APP/AKS/TZD/ABB

Caretaker minister for Tourism and Environment Arshad Wali Muhammad confers Gold Medal to a graduate during the 12th Convocation of Sindh Agriculture University Tandojam
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HYDERABAD: January 18 – Caretaker Minister for Tourism and Environment Arshad Wali Muhammad addressing the 12th Convocation of Sindh Agriculture University Tandojam. APP/AKS/TZD/ABB
Caretaker minister for Tourism and Environment Arshad Wali Muhammad confers Gold Medal to a graduate during the 12th Convocation of Sindh Agriculture University Tandojam
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HYDERABAD: January 18 – Graduates capturing the moment through cell phone during 12th Convocation at Sindh Agriculture University Tandojam. APP/AKS/TZD/ABB
Caretaker minister for Tourism and Environment Arshad Wali Muhammad confers Gold Medal to a graduate during the 12th Convocation of Sindh Agriculture University Tandojam
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HYDERABAD: January 18 – Graduates throwing their caps at the end of 12th Convocation of Sindh Agriculture University Tandojam. APP/AKS/TZD/ABB

The people visited different stalls at health care show at Expo Centre

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The people visited different stalls at health care show at Expo Centre
APP51-180124 LAHORE: January 18 - The people visited different stalls at health care show at Expo Centre. APP/MHA/TZD/ABB
The people visited different stalls at health care show at Expo Centre
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The people visited different stalls at health care show at Expo Centre
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LAHORE: January 18 – The people visited different stalls at health care show at Expo Centre. APP/MHA/TZD/ABB
The people visited different stalls at health care show at Expo Centre
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LAHORE: January 18 – An artisan busy in wood curving work at a stall at Health Care Show at Expo Centre. APP/MHA/TZD/ABB
The people visited different stalls at health care show at Expo Centre
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LAHORE: January 18 – Visitors viewing the displayed stuff during Art & Painting Exhibition “The Young Artists group show of Painting” organized by Arts and Craft Forum in collaboration with Punjab Institute of Language Arts and Culture at Punjabi Complex. APP/MTF/TZD/ABB
The people visited different stalls at health care show at Expo Centre
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LAHORE: January 18 – A visitor taking selfie with the displayed Artwork during Art & Painting Exhibition “The Young Artists Group Show of Painting” organized by Arts and Craft Forum in collaboration with Punjab Institute of Language Arts and Culture at Punjabi Complex. APP/MTF/TZD/ABB

Dera police recover 21300 ltr NCP diesel

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DERA ISMAIL KHAN, Jan 18 (APP):District police arrested three accused and recovered 21300 litres of NCP diesel in the limits of various police stations here on Thursday.
According to a police spokesman, following the directions of District Police Officer Dera Abdul Rauf Babar Qaisrani, the district police conducted crackdown on illegal diesel agencies and smugglers in the limits of Chaudhwan Police Station, Shaheed Nawab Police Station and Daraban Police Station.
During the action, Chaudhwan police station led by SDPO Daraban Circle Malik Anees Al Hasan along with SHO Khalid Javed Lashari stopped a Hino truck, during the checking police seized 15000 litres of Iranian diesel.
Similarly, Shaheed Nawab Khan police station led by SDPO Paharpur Circle Kashif Sattar along with SHO Younus Khan and Saifullah Khan during the checking of vehicle, 6000 litres of NCP diesel recovered and arrested two accused.
Meanwhile, Daraban Police Station led by SDPO Daraban Circle Malik Anees Al Hasan along with SHO Abdul Ghaffar Khan conducted successful operations against the smuggling of Iranian diesel and recovered about 300 liters of diesel from 10 plastic cans and arrested two persons.
The value of recovered NCP Iranian diesel was estimated at six million rupees. Police registered the separate cases against the accused and later handed over the seized NCP diesel to custom authorities.

Dr. Saif advocates for systematic framework to benefit from Pakistani diaspora experience

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ISLAMABAD, Jan 18 (APP): Caretaker Federal Minister for IT and Telecommunication, Dr. Umar Saif, emphasized the need for a systematic framework to benefit from the wealth of experience of the Pakistani diaspora worldwide.

During a meeting with Pakistani professionals in Switzerland, Dr. Umar Saif acknowledged the diaspora as a valuable asset to the country, highlighting their commendable contribution to the stability and growth of Pakistan’s economy, said a news release received here on Thursday.

In addition to engaging with the Pakistani diaspora, Dr. Umar Saif visited the Salesforce pavilion at Davos to explore opportunities for Pakistan to become a hub of Salesforce expertise.

Dr. Saif advocates for systematic framework to benefit from Pakistani diaspora experience

He also met with the Chairman of VEON, Terzioglu, with CEO Jazz Aamir Ibrahim in attendance.Furthermore, the Caretaker IT Minister addressed the CEPI-Global Fund-IQVIA Session on Disease Surveillance in Davos.+

Dr. Saif advocates for systematic framework to benefit from Pakistani diaspora experience

He shared insights into Pakistan’s use of technology for disease surveillance, citing examples of monitoring dengue, Covid, and TB.

The session was attended by several global leaders in public health, including Dr. Jean Kaseya, DG Africa CDC, Richard Hatchett, CEO, CEPI, Peter Sands, CEO, The Global Fund, and others.
Dr. Umar Saif also visited the Crypto Pavilion during his engagements in Davos.