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ATC grants bail to Sanam Javed in PML-N office torching case

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LAHORE, Jan 29 (APP):An anti-terrorism court (ATC) on Monday granted bail to Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) social media activist Sanam Javed in a case of torching the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) office in Model Town, during May-9 violence.
The court directed the social media activist to furnish surety bonds of Rs 200,000 for availing the relief of bail.
ATC Judge Arshad Javed announced the verdict on post-arrest bail petition filed by Sanam Javed on completion of arguments by the petitioner’s counsel and prosecution.
The Model Town police had registered the case against Sanam Javed and others on charges of torching PML-N office, under section of Anti-Terrorism Act and Pakistan Penal Code.
Meanwhile, another ATC sent Sanam Javed to jail on 14-day judicial remand in a case of torching Shadman Police Station, during May-9 violence.
The police produced Sanam Javed before ATC Judge Naveed Iqbal and sought physical remand for investigations related to the May-9 case.
However, the court turned down the plea and sent Sanam Javed to jail on 14-day judicial remand, besides ordering to produce her on expiry of the remand term.
It is pertinent to mention here that the police had arrested Sanam Javed in connection with the case of torching Shadman Police Station after being granted bail in the PML-N office torching case, earlier in the day.
The Shadman police had registered the case against Sanam Javed and others on charges of attacking and torching the police station.

Snowfall over country’s upper parts may affect transportation: PMD

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ISLAMABAD, Jan 29 (APP):Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has warned that snowfall over the upper parts of the country may affect transportation on January 30-31.
The PMD has advised the tourists to remain cautious during the period.
As per the synoptic situation, a westerly wave was affecting the western and upper parts of the country and was likely to persist in the upper parts for the next few days.
Mainly cold weather is expected in most areas of the country while cloudy in the upper Parts. However, rain with snowfall over mountains is expected in Gilgit-Baltistan, Upper Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa, Pothohar region, Kashmir and Surrounding hilly areas.
Shallow to moderate fog was likely to persist in a few plain areas of Punjab and upper Sindh.
During the last 24 hours, mainly cold and partly cloudy weather prevailed in most areas of the country.
However, rain occurred in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Kashmir, Islamabad, Pothohar region and Gilgit-Baltistan.
Fog/smog prevailed over plain areas of Punjab and upper Sindh.
The rainfall recorded during the period was Khyber Pakhtunkhwa: Dir (Upper 32mm, Lower 04), Pattan 28, Kalam 20, Malam Jabba 19, Saidu Sharif 15, Balakot 13, Chitral 10, Parachinar 09, Mir Khani 07, Drosh 05, Kakul 03, Mardan 02, Kashmir: Muzaffarabad (City 12, Airport 07), Rawalakot 10, Garhidupatta 09, Kotli 03, Punjab Murree 04, Islamabad (A/P 01), Gilgit-Baltistan: Astore 04, Gupis 02 and Bagrote 01.
The snowfall recorded during the period was Malamjabba 12 inches, Kalam 11, Astore and Murree 01 inches.
The lowest temperatures recorded were Kalam -06C,  Malamjabba, Gupis -04, Astore and Hunza -03C.

Two-state solution fundamental way out of Palestine-Israeli conflict: China

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BEIJING, Jan 29 (APP): China on Monday said that the fundamental way out of the Palestinian-Israeli conflict was to implement the two-state solution and promote the comprehensive, just and lasting settlement of the Palestinian question at an early date.

“China’s position on the Palestinian question is consistent and clear. We condemn all acts against civilians and oppose all moves that violate international law,” Chinese Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Wang Wenbin said during his regular briefing.

He said, “China urges parties to the conflict to realize a comprehensive ceasefire at once, abide by the international humanitarian law and prevent an even worse humanitarian disaster from happening.”

In response to a question about UN International Court of Justice’s (ICJ) order of provisional measures against Israel, he said that China noted the provisional measures issued by the ICJ.

The spokesperson said that the order, supported by the majority of judges of the court, responded to the international community’s concern on protecting civilians, deescalating the situation and easing the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.

“We hope that the ICJ’s provisional measures can be effectively implemented,” he added.

According to reports, the UN International Court of Justice (ICJ) ordered provisional measures on South Africa’s “genocide” case against Israel.

The order has asked Israel to take all measures within its powers to prevent any incitement to “genocide” in the Gaza Strip and improve the humanitarian situation there.

WSU’s professor delivers lecture on “Fulbright scholarship, Fellowship opportunities” at SMIU

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KARACHI, Jan 29 (APP):Professor Emeritus at Washington State University (WSU) Dr. Mushtaq Memon has said that Pakistan was the largest Fulbright programmes beneficiary in the world, which sends annually 200 faculty members, post-doctorates, PhD students
and others to the USA.
He said this while delivering a lecture on “Fulbright Scholarship & Fellowship Opportunities for Students, Post Doctorates and Faculty Members in the United States” at Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) on Monday.
Dr. Memon, who is a Fulbright specialist and have 35 years teaching experience in USA, said the Fulbright Scholar Program was the largest scholar exchange program in the world, which was started in 1946 just after end of the World War II by US late Senator William Fulbright.
“Due to the destruction by the WWII Senator William Fulbright thought to bring the world close to each other and then he started this program with the help of the US government by selling the leftover ammunition of the WWII,” Dr Mushtaq Memon said and added that the students, faculty and administrative staff of Pakistan can benefit from these multiple academic exchange programs which are being offered by the USA for long term as well as short term period.
He further said that 800 US scholars are working in 150 countries for Fulbright programs and other related academic exchange programs, similarly, 1200 scholars come to the USA under the Fulbright Scholar programs. Also, Fulbright Commissions are working in 50 countries, which helps the people who want to study in the USA.
Dr. Memon said it is a golden opportunity and a privilege for Pakistan’s students, faculty and administrative staff especially women and aspiring people of rural areas of Pakistan to study in the USA. He further said that the United States Educational Foundation in Pakistan is also helping the students and faculty members of Pakistan in availing these opportunities.
He suggested that the faculty members of universities should prepare their students for Fulbright Scholar Exchange Programs as the students can qualify it on merit. He suggested that SMIU can establish a research centre in collaboration with the USA.
“I am thankful to the Vice Chancellor of SMIU Dr Mujeeb Sahrai for inviting me in the historic institution of Pakistan-SMIU, he said and added that he feels to be honoured over here.
Dr. Mujeeb Sahrai in his speech said that for the human development of Pakistan, our youth must avail the Fulbright Scholar Exchange Programs and after completing their education at abroad they must come back to their own country because they have a bond with this land. He said in this digital world we have to develop a research culture and expand collaboration with the research institutions of the USA and other countries.
The vice chancellor said although Dr. Mushtaq Memon is a US citizen he is a son of the soil and he has never disconnected himself with his own country- Pakistan. Dr. Sahrai said that whenever he comes to Pakistan he visits it’s all parts and specially Sindh, where he shares his views about Fulbright and other opportunities with students and faculty.
Dr. Aamir Umrani, Director ORIC warmly welcomed the guest and introduced him with the audience. Dr. Zahid Ali Channar, Dean Faculty of Social Sciences also spoke on the occasion. The Question-Answer session was also held. The lecture was attended by deans, chairpersons, faculty, officials and students.

JUI’s path is Quran & Sunnah: Moulana Fazlur Rehman

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SUKKUR, Jan 29 (APP):The JUI-F chief Moulana Fazlur Rehman has asked the party workers to convey its message to the masses and request for vote on the February 8 elections.
He expressed these views while addressing a public gathering in connection with the General Elections 2024 in Ghotki on Sunday evening.
He said that when the JUI-F contest the polls, some elements criticise and mock us as they think we are fighting
for the seat. You might be fighting for the seat and personal gains, not us. “Our path is Quran and Sunnah,”
he added.
JUI-F chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman condemns the deteriorating law and order situation in Sindh and said that his party would not let anyone ‘steal’ its mandate.
The JUI-F chief said that every other party is busy with power politics and nobody cares about the issues being faced by the common men.
He also condemned Israel over its violation of human rights in Palestine.

SSDO, NCRC jointly sign MoU in safeguarding children

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ISLAMABAD, Jan 29 (APP):The Sustainable Social Development Organization (SSDO) and the National Commission on the Rights of Children (NCRC) have formalized their partnership through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at safeguarding children in the country.
The MoU was signed by Senator Ayesha Raza Farooq, the Chairperson of the National Commission on the Rights of Child (NCRC) and the Executive Director of the Sustainable Social Development Organization Syed Kausar Abbas at the NCRC office, said a news release issued here on Monday.
Senator Ayesha Raza Farooq, during the signing ceremony, emphasized the collaborative efforts between NCRC and SSDO, particularly focusing on the formulation of policies and research studies addressing issues such as child trafficking, child domestic labor, and child abuse in Pakistan.
She stressed the importance of working closely with civil society organizations to enhance collaboration and implement impactful interventions at the policy level.
Additionally, the collaboration aims to fortify the policy framework concerning transnational organized crimes, involving capacity building for relevant law enforcement agencies, community awareness campaigns, and the establishment of effective coordination mechanisms among stakeholders to address issues related to violence against children.
Syed Kausar Abbas expressed SSDO’s commitment in fostering a collaborative approach with various government institutions and policy channels to address issues concerning the protection of children and other vulnerable communities in the country.
He acknowledged the National Commission on the Rights of Child (NCRC) for its proactive measures, including consultative dialogues, meetings, and capacity-building sessions, which align directly with SSDO’s goals. SSDO will extend support to the NCRC by facilitating effective coordination and raising awareness in local communities, he added.
Syed Abbas emphasized the importance of collective efforts from all stakeholders in devising an action plan that effectively safeguards the well-being of children and all vulnerable communities across the nation.

DRO orders crackdown against election code of conduct violators

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MUZAFFARGARH, Jan 29 (APP):District Returning Officer (DRO), Deputy Commissioner Mian Usman Ali Monday directed crackdown against violators of election code of conduct without any discrimination.
 He said that monitoring teams had been directed to visit all areas of the district to monitor election code of conduct implementations.
Taking action on the directives of the DRO, the monitoring teams took various panaflex from different national and provincial constituencies. The teams also issued warning notices to the candidates over violations.
The DRO said that there would be no compromise on implementations of election code of conduct and warned of stern action over violations.

IXP & date center set up to boost reliability of internet connectivity: Dr Saif

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Dr. Umar Saif
ISLAMABAD, Jan 29 (APP):Caretaker Federal Minister for Information Technology and Telecommunication, Dr. Umar Saif, Monday said that Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited (PTCL) has established its first-ever carrier-neutral Internet Exchange Point (IXP) and Data Center to boost the reliability of internet connectivity in the country.
                 Addressing at the operational ceremony of ‘Pakistan Internet Exchange (PIE) powered by DE-CIX’, the first carrier- neutral IX in the country, Dr. Saif underscored the significance of the telecom and Information Technology industry in Pakistan. He said:  “Today is a monumental day for the Pakistan telecom and IT industry.”
          Three important milestones have been achieved today in collaboration with PTCL, SCO, PTA, De CIX, PEACE Cable, and China Mobile, he added.
             The minister said, we have reached an agreement with China to route its Internet traffic through Pakistan, thereby making Pakistan a regional hub for connectivity. This strategic move is expected to generate substantial revenue for Internet transit traffic in Pakistan, he added.
          Dr. Saif revealed that PTCL would be collaborating with DE CIX, a German data center, and IXP operator, to manage the operation of this new data center. He emphasized that partnering with a world-class data center operator would enable Pakistan to introduce super-scaling cloud services such as AWS, Google Cloud, and Azure to the country.
          Additionally, it would serve as a local content hub for popular services like YouTube, TikTok, and Netflix.
with these advancements, the minister expressed optimism that Pakistan’s internet users could now access services locally, positioning the country to become a hub of regional connectivity.
         Over the past few years, he said, we have made significant strides in advancing fiber connectivity. We got two fiber loops from Kashgar to Rawalpindi, further extended to Karachi by PTCL, he added.
         Moreover, he said multiple submarine cables making landfall in Karachi that further enhancing our connectivity.
Now, PTCL Business Solution’s carrier neutral data center, managed by a tier 1 data center operator, DE-CIX is up and running and generates exciting prospects for localized content hosting from leading platforms like YouTube, Netflix and TikTok. The content cached and routed from Pakistan can seamlessly reach other markets, positioning us as the regional digital connectivity hub.  It can generate annual revenue, ranging from $200-400 million through transit traffic to substantially add to our economy, he said. Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited (PTCL), is the largest integrated Information Communication Technology (ICT) company of Pakistan and DE-CIX, is the world’s leading Internet Exchange (IX) operator.  Housed in the PTCL data center in Karachi, the IX is operated by DE-CIX under the DE-CIX as a Service (DaaS) model and built on DE-CIX’s award-winning interconnection infrastructure.
       The interconnection platform offers local peering, as well as remote access to DE-CIX Frankfurt (Germany), one of the largest IXs in the world. PIE powered by DE-CIX is set to serve as a hub for regional connectivity, enabling local networks low-latency interconnection and the localization of global content, while increasing network stability, scalability, and security.
          “We are thrilled to collaborate with DE-CIX to bring this state-of-the-art interconnection facility to Pakistan,” said Zarrar Hasham Khan, Group Chief Business Solutions Officer at PTCL & Ufone 4G.
           He further said, “As the largest integrated ICT company in Pakistan, we are committed to advancing the country’s digital infrastructure to support widespread digitalization, and this collaboration is a significant step forward in achieving that goal.”
            The country’s nationwide network and DE-CIX’s interconnection infrastructure will serve as a foundation to enhance the Internet experience of our customers while facilitating the local hosting of content by international platforms, he said.  “We believe this partnership will not only drive digital enablement across the country but also help accelerate the growth of Pakistan’s digital economy, ” he said.
            “As one of the most populous countries in Asia and with Internet usage growing extremely fast, Pakistan needs local interconnection. The Pakistan Internet Exchange powered by DE-CIX will prove itself to be key to unlocking the economic potential of excellent Internet connectivity for the country.
         The IX will enable national networks to serve world-class Internet connectivity and attract more international Internet and cloud service providers to do business in Pakistan, allowing the development of a vibrant local digital ecosystem, ” commented Ivo Ivanov, CEO of DE-CIX.
          “In this way, the people in Pakistan can enjoy the best access to local and international information, content, and services. We at DE-CIX want to serve this great demand for high speed, high quality, stable, and resilient Internet connectivity to guarantee a seamless experience for end users and businesses across the country,” Ivanov said.
         Pakistan Internet Exchange will be joining such success stories as the UAE-IX powered by DE-CIX in Dubai, whose growth and success over the last twelve years has led to it being recognized as an important international Internet hub.
         The DaaS program include a set of services – such as installation, maintenance, provisioning, marketing, and sales support – designed for digital infrastructure operators to create their own IX and interconnection platform, fully operated by DE-CIX. It delivers the technical set-up needed for an Internet Exchange as a fully pre-configured and standardized “DE-CIX in a box” solution.

Businessman community honored commendation certificate for meritorious services

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PESHAWAR, Jan 29 (APP):A noted businessman from Peshawar, Zia-ul-Haq Sarhadi has been honoured with the awarding of a commendation certificate by the Chairman Federal Board of Revenue (FBR), Amjad Zubair Tawana on the occasion of International Customs Day observed on January 26.
The certificate has been awarded to Zia Sarhadi for his outstanding and meritorious services for the cause of promotion of trade in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and at the regional level between Pakistan, Afghanistan and Central Asian Republics (CARs).
On the occasion, Zia Sarhadi also received the honourable title of Baba-e-Customs for his decades-long services in custom clearing, shipping and goods forwarding fields. Zia Sarhadi presently holds the office of Coordinator Pak-Afghan Joint Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PAJCCI) and has vast experience of around five decades in import, export, shipping and customs clearing.
He is also serving as President Frontier Custom Agents Association (FCAA) and has performed his services in Sarhad Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) twice as Senior Vice President. Apart from business-related activities, Zia Zarhadi has also contributed columns in different newspapers for the last several decades under the title of `Yaqeen-e-Mohqam’.
He is a pioneer of the Khyber Writers Club and is presently serving as President Abaseen Column Writers Association.
He has also penned a book on religious personalities of the region which is also been translated in Hindko language. Another book comprising columns contributed by Zia Sarhadi is also available in the market.
Due to his vast experience in Pak-Afghan trade, Zia Sarhadi’s point of view is regularly published and broadcast by national as well as international news organizations. Zia Sarhaid thanked Chairman FBR and other officials of Pakistan Customs for honouring him with a prestigious certificate and title.
He expressed the resolve to continue his services for the promotion of commerce and trade to create a maximum number of livelihood opportunities for people in the whole region.

PESCO Hazara-1 circle issues warning against election advertisements on electric poles

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PESCO
ABBOTTABAD, Jan 29 (APP):The Peshawar Electric Supply Company (PESCO) Hazara-1 Circle Monday has issued a public advisory regarding the general elections campaign, cautioning against the placement of banners on electricity poles and transformers.
The candidates contesting in the elections are utilizing electrical infrastructure for advertising purposes, resulting in significant damages being reported.
PESCO has urged to refrain from using electricity poles and transformers for election-related advertising to prevent any untoward incidents and potential financial liabilities.
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