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Eight profiteers held

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Ali Ali
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SARGODHA, Aug 21 (APP):The district administration booked eight shopkeepers for profiteering in various parts of the city, here on Wednesday.
According to official sources, the price control magistrates checked various points in the city  and found that Azhar, Tufail, Yousaf, Ibrar, Kashif, Ghazanfar, Rizwan and Zahid were selling eatable items were selling eatable items at exorbitant rates.
The price control magistrate imposed fine on various shopkeepers for overcharging.

Over one million olive plants to be planted during current  year

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ISLAMABAD, Aug 21 (APP):In an effort to boost local edible oil production and support the government’s initiatives to increase green cover and mitigate potential climate impacts on the ecosystem, over 1 million olive plants will be planted during this year’s tree plantation drive.
These olive plants will be planted during two tree plantation drives: the first drive will take place from September to November, and the second from March to April, according to Dr Tariq, National Project Director for Pakistan’s Promotion of Olive Cultivation.
Talking to APP here on Wednesday he said that over 5.6 million plants have already been planted and there is large-scale cultivation of olive trees for olive oil. About 500,000 to 800,000 olive oil nursery plants are planted every year.
In addition to the olive plantation efforts across potential areas of the country, a target has been set to install drip irrigation systems over 10,000 acres of water-stressed areas, he said adding that this initiative aims to facilitate olive cultivation on marginal lands and enhance the farm income of local farmers.
Meanwhile, he noted that matching grants would be provided for the installation of processing plants through public-private partnerships. This support will facilitate the proper processing and value addition of farm produce, ensuring a fair rate of return for local farming communities.
Dr Tariq further informed that matching grants would also be provided to local olive farmers for the purchase of storage containers. This will help ensure quality and adherence to international standards for the production of extra-virgin olive oil, ultimately boosting the country’s exports.
There is significant potential for wild olive grafting in areas such as AJK, Gilgit-Baltistan, and FATA. A grafting drive was launched in these regions, which proved successful, resulting in a large number of wild olive trees being grafted to produce olives, he added.
He said that the government was also working to enhance the value addition of olive products to promote the cottage industry to enhance the income of rural women to make them economically empowered and independent.

Motorbikes, three wheelers’ increase by 15.49% in July 2024

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Ali Ali
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ISLAMABAD, Aug 21 (APP):The sale of motorbikes and three-wheelers in the country has witnessed an increase of 15.19 per cent during the first month of the current fiscal year (2024-25) as compared to sales of the corresponding month of the last year.
During the month under review, as many as 84,993 motorbikes and three-wheelers were sold against the sale of 73,588 units in July (2023-24), according to the Pakistan Automobile Manufacturing Association (PAMA).
The sale of Honda motorcycles rose by 13.29 per cent from 62,012 units to 70,255 units whereas the sale of Suzuki motorcycles witnessed an increase of 71.68 per cent from 957 units to 1,643 units during the month under review.
However, the sale of Yamaha motorbikes went down from 675 units to 302 units witnessing a decline of 55.25 per cent.
Sale of Road Prince motorbikes surged by 6.88 per cent from 1,118 units to 1,195 units while the sales of United Auto motorcycles also increased by 20.17 per cent from 7,657 units to 9,202 units.
Meanwhile, the sale of United Auto three-wheelers also increased to 80 units from 43 units while the sale of Qingqi three-wheelers witnessed an increase of 44.62 percent from 363 units to 552 units.
The sale of Sazgar three-wheelers has also shown an increase of 113.40 per cent from 761 units to 1,624 units, the data revealed.

Tree plantation campaign in full swing

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Ali Ali
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SARGODHA, Aug 21 (APP):Tree planting campaign in Government Anbala Muslim Graduate College Sargodha is going on with full enthusiasm.
According to the college spokesman here on Wednesday,plant saplings activity was done for two days by the Urdu Department of the college.
President of Urdu Department Prof. Dr. Khalid Mahmood Baloch and other teachers along with students planted two hundred saplings at different places.
“We should actively participate in this campaign,it is our national duty to make our country green”,they vowed.

Health reforms government’s top priority. Maj General (R) Azhar Kayani

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RAWALPINDI, Aug 21 (APP):CM’s Advisor on Health, Major General (Rtd) Azhar Mehmood Kayani on Wednesday said that health reforms in Punjab are the top priority of the government. He said that Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has a special focus on improving health facilities.
The advisor remarked this during his visit to Holy Family Hospital (HFH). He emphasized that CM’s vision is to provide quality health facilities to the people for which all resources must be utilized. He expressed satisfaction that after revamping and renovation, the hospital is fully functional. “The hospital is equipped with modern facilities where standard treatment facilities are available to the patients”, he added.
He observed that according to the CM’s vision, provision of free medicines is being ensured in the hospitals.
The health advisor made a detailed visit to the hospital’s various departments including emergency, OT and OPD. He reviewed the provision of health facilities in the hospital. He met and inquired from the patients about the treatment facilities being provided in the hospital.
The advisor also checked the attendance of the staff, record of supply of medicines, cleanliness situation and other issues. He categorically inquired about the provision of free medicines to the patients.
Medical Suprententdent HFH, Dr. Ejaz Butt briefed the advisor regarding treatment in the hospital and other issues.
Vice Chancellor Rawalpi di Medical University (RMU), Dr. Muhammad Umar informed the Health Advisor regarding the ongoing educational activities in RMU.
Gen (r) Azhar Kayani informed the hospital administration that the purpose of his visits to various hospitals in the city was to ensure the provision of quality healthcare facilities in accordance with the vision of CM Maryam Nawaz.
“I am reviewing the health facilities on the instructions of the Punjab Chief Minister”, he said. He directed the hospital administration to keep a box outside the ward for registering public complaints.
“There should be no complaints particularly on OPD, ER and free medicines”, he directed and warned of taking stern actions against those involved in any negligence.

FAO workshop highlights key steps in Balochistan’s Water Management overhaul

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Ali Ali
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ISLAMABAD, Aug 21 (APP):The United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) hosted a workshop in Quetta to discuss new policies and legislation aimed at revolutionizing water management in Balochistan.
FAO gathered around 80 stakeholders in Quetta to discuss the Integrated Water Resources Management (IWRM) Policy and the Water Bill for Balochistan including representatives from Balochistan’s irrigation, agriculture, forestry, and livestock departments, as well as media professionals and members of both local and international NGOs, said in a press release issued by FAO.
The workshop aimed to disseminate information about these new initiatives, which could significantly reshape how water resources are managed in the province.
Developed with FAO’s technical assistance and funded by the World Bank under the Balochistan Integrated Water Resources Management and Development Project (BIWRMDP), the IWRM Policy and Water Bill seek to modernize water governance in the region. The initiatives are designed to create a legal framework that ensures the sustainable and fair distribution of water resources. This framework also aims to strengthen institutions, promote inclusive water management practices, and establish effective monitoring and evaluation systems.
During the workshop, Provincial Minister for Irrigation, Mir Muhammad Sadiq Umrani, underscored the importance of these measures. He described the IWRM Policy and Water Bill as a crucial step towards sustainable and equitable water management in Balochistan.
Waleed Mahdi, FAO’s International Program Coordinator and Head of Office in Balochistan, highlighted the collaborative effort behind these initiatives. He stressed that the partnership between the Government of Balochistan, FAO, and the World Bank is vital for promoting inclusive water governance in the province.
Dr. Robina Wahaj, Senior Land and Water Officer at FAO, provided further insight into the scope of the policy and bill. She explained that the new framework covers all aspects of water management, including surface and groundwater resources, climate change adaptation, and environmental protection. By unifying these elements under one legal framework, the policy and bill aim to provide a modern approach to managing water in the province.
The workshop also facilitated discussions where participants shared their insights and feedback on the IWRM Policy and Water Bill. The policy has already received the Chief Minister of Balochistan’s endorsement and is set to be presented to the Cabinet for final approval. Meanwhile, the Water Bill is in the final stages of vetting before it is presented to the Provincial Assembly for consideration and enactment.
These developments mark a significant shift in Balochistan’s approach to water management, with the potential to improve sustainability and equity across the province.

Memon to start anti-polio campaign from Sept 9 in Nawabshah

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Ali Ali
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Polio
HYDERABAD, Aug 21 (APP):Deputy Commissioner Shaheed Benazirabad district Shariyar Gul Memon chaired a meeting at Darbar Hall of the DC Office to review the arrangements for the special anti-polio campaign starting from September 9 in the seven union councils of Sakrand and Qazi Ahmed in Shaheed Benazirabad district.
Addressing the meeting, Deputy Commissioner said that special attention should be paid to the anti-polio campaign starting in the seven union councils of Sakrand and Qazi Ahmed, so that no child is left out of receiving polio drops during the campaign. He directed the health department officials to ensure monitoring of polio teams during the campaign.
District Health Officer Dr. Asadullah Dahri and Focal Person for Polio Dr. Allah Bakhsh Rajpar informed the meeting that a special anti-polio campaign will be held from September 9 to 14 in the two tehsils of Sakrand and Qazi Ahmed in Shaheed Benazirabad district. During the campaign, 61,451 children in the seven union councils will be administrate polio drops. For this purpose, 169 teams have been formed, including 126 mobile, 4 transit, 8 fixed, and 31 SM teams. They further said that arrangements are being made to make the polio campaign successful in the seven union councils, including preparation of micro-plans.
The meeting was attended by Additional Deputy Commissioner Nawab Samir Laghari, MS PMCH Hospital Dr. Yar Ali Jamali, District Education Officer Secondary Muhammad Saleem Bhutto, District Education Officer Primary Masood Ahmed Sathio, District Population Officer Riaz Ahmed Shar, and health department officials.

Bilawal seeks reports about damage to canal embankments in Sindh, Balochistan

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Ali Ali
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Bilawal
ISLAMABAD, Aug 21 (APP):Chairman, Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Bilawal Bhutto Zardari has sought detailed reports from the Irrigation Ministers of Sindh and Balochistan regarding the damage to canal embankments due to the recent rains in the provinces.
Presiding over a meeting through video-link, he inquired about the floods and damages caused in Sindh and Balochistan following the recent rains.
The ministers gave briefing over the damages caused by the floods in their respective provinces, said a statement issued by the Media Cell Bilawal House on Wednesday.
Sadiq Umrani and Jam Khan Shoro, the Irrigation Ministers for Balochistan and Sindh respectively, briefed the party chief on the performance of their respective departments.
During the meeting, both Sindh and Balochistan Ministers agreed to adopt a unified stance on the formula for water distribution in the country at the platform of the Indus River System Authority (IRSA).
In a response, both the ministers informed about the extent of the damage and the steps being taken to address and repair the affected embankments.

Salik expresses sorrow over tragic accident involving Pakistani pilgrims in Yazd, Iran

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Ali Ali
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By Rehan Khan
ISLAMABAD, Aug 21 (APP):Minister for Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony, Chaudhry Salik Hussain on Wednesday expressed profound grief and sorrow over the tragic accident involving a bus carrying Pakistani pilgrims in the city of Yazd, Iran.
In a statement, he extended heartfelt condolences to the families of those who lost their lives in the unfortunate incident.He emphasized that he stands in solidarity with the bereaved families during this difficult time.
The minister prayed for the departed souls, asking for divine forgiveness for the deceased and patience for their loved ones. He also prayed for the swift recovery of those injured in the accident.

Advance technology being used to enable Sahiwal Coal plant to generate clean energy

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ISLAMABAD, Aug 21 (APP): The Focal Person of Sahiwal Coal Fired Power Plant has said that the clean and green environment of the power plant is evidence of its environmentally friendly nature.

The advanced technology being used at Sahiwal Coal Fired Power Plant enables it to produce clean energy, according to a press release.

The combustion of coal in the boiler produces the heat to convert water into high-pressure steam to rotate the turbines and ultimately rotate the electrical generator to produce electricity, along with ash and other gases like CO2, NOx, and SOx majorly, it further said.

Ash and these all gases are dangerous for the environment if they are not controlled. In the Sahiwal Coal Fired Power Plant, low NOx burner technology is being incorporated in the super-critical boiler. So, significantly less NOx is formed by reducing the peak flame temperature of burners in the boiler.

To control the effect of CO2, more than 50000 trees have been planted in the power plant and more trees are being planted under the Pakistan Prime Minister’s 10 billion Tree Campaign, the focal person further said.

After the combustion in the boiler, the flue gas is treated in ESP (Electrostatic Precipitation) and FGD (Flue gas desulfurization). The incorporation of ESP technology has enabled the Sahiwal coal-fired Power Plant to remove ash from the flue gas while the FGD technology to desulfurize the flue gas to a value that is far less than that of the standards set by the Punjab Environmental Protection Agency (PEPA) and even World Bank.

All the emission values of flue gas are monitored through a Continuous Emission Monitoring System (CEMS). The values are monitored and controlled by the operation engineers 24/7 a day.

The ash is removed from the flue gas with an efficiency of 99.9% in ESP. The ash is then dumped into the ash yard where the spraying water vehicle sprays water several times a day to keep the top surface of dumped ash wet so that it does not fly in the air to cause environmental pollution.

After ESP, the flue gas enters into Absorption Tower which is the main unit for the desulfurization process. In the tower, the sulfur dioxide reacts with limestone slurry in the presence of oxygen to form gypsum as a byproduct. 100% availability of FGD and ESP systems is ensured to guarantee environmental protection.

The verification of the safe limit of emissions is executed by a third party which is certified by PEPA. The environmental reports are also submitted to the Government Departments regularly from the Sahiwal Coal Fired Power Plant. These formal procedures and measures taken for protecting the environment by installation of advanced technology prove the sincerity of Sahiwal Coal Fired Power plant to provide clean energy to Pakistan National Grid.

The focal person said, a confusion, which is prevailing among the masses of Pakistan, is important to be cleared here.
Sahiwal Coal-Fired Power Plant is the first power project under the CPEC in Pakistan with a capacity of 1320MW.

It is also the first among the power plants of Pakistan which is equipped with the Super-critical boiler technology.

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