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PTI found hatching conspiracy against national institutions on May 9: Senator

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ISLAMABAD, Aug 16 (APP):PML-N Senator Irfan ul Haque Siddiqui on Friday said that PTI leaders have found hatching conspiracy against the national institutions on May 9.
PTI should bear the cost of attempting to create rift among the national institutions and vandalism on May 9, he said while talking to a private television channel.
Following the organized plan made by the founder, the last regime of PTI had sent prominent leaders of PML-N, to
jail on false cases, he said. The PTI must face action for sabotaging peace and creating hurdles for sensitive institutions, he added.
In reply to a question about the role of PTI in national politics, he said the PTI members who joined the assembly should come forward for resolving the political issues. Commenting on the accountability process in the armed institutions, he said that Pakistan Armed forces have best accountability system for their officers. He suggested that judiciary should evolve the similar mechanism to strengthen the judicial system.

Pakistan Shaheens vs Bangladesh ‘A’ four-day match ends in a draw

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ISLAMABAD, Aug 16 (APP):The first four-day match between Bangladesh ‘A’ and hosts Pakistan Shaheens ended in a draw at the Islamabad Club on Friday.
The match, which was largely affected by rain, saw 39.2 overs bowled on the fourth day, as play resumed at 2pm PKT today. The third day’s play on Thursday was completely washed out due to rain.
Earlier, Pakistan Shaheens declared their first innings at the overnight score of 367 for four with a lead of 245 runs.
In their second innings, Bangladesh ‘A’ managed to score 153 for five when play was stopped due to bad light and ultimately resulting in a draw. For Shaheens, fast bowlers Mir Hamza and Mohammad Ali bagged two wickets apiece, while Mohammad Rameez Jnr grabbed one wicket.
For the visiting team, Nayeem Hasan was the top run-getter, scoring 55 off 69 balls, laced with 11 fours. Opening batter Zakir Hasan scored a 45-ball 33, which included three fours and a six.
Both sides will now feature in the second four-day game from August 20, which is scheduled at the same venue. The toss will take place at 09.30am, with the first ball to be bowled at 10.00am.
Scores in brief:
Match drawn
Bangladesh ‘A’ 122 all out, 44.3 overs (Mahmudul Hasan Joy 65; Naseem Shah 3-24, Mir Hamza 3-33, Mohammad Rameez Jnr 2-41) and 153-5, 39.2 overs (Nayeem Hasan 55, Zakir Hasan 33; Mir Hamza 2-13, Mohammad Ali 2-34)
Pakistan Shaheens 367-4, dec 90 overs (Umar Amin 177, Saud Shakeel 76, Mohammad Huraira 39, Saad Khan 31 not out, Kamran Ghulam 20 not out; Hasan Murad 2-49)
Player of the match – Umar Amin (Pakistan Shaheens)
Second four-day match at Islamabad Club from 20-23 August

Governor KP lauds efforts of ICRC, suggest to improve health, education sectors

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PESHAWAR, Aug 16 (APP):Governor Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Faisal Karim Kundi on Friday lauded the efforts of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) and suggested to improve health and education sectors.
He said this during a meeting with Nicolas Lambert, Head of Delegation of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), at the Governor House. Edith Joseph, the ICRC Sub-Delegation Head for Peshawar, was also present during the meeting.
During the discussion, the ICRC delegation briefed the Governor on the services provided by the organization.
A detailed report was presented, outlining the ICRC’s initiatives in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, especially in the merged  districts.
The report highlighted improvements in the capacity of hospitals and the provision of essential medicines in districts such as Khyber, Kurram, and Bajaur. The ICRC emphasized its commitment to supporting families affected by disasters in Pakistan.
The delegation also shared their ongoing efforts to address emergency situations and natural disasters in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa through partnerships.
The ICRC has previously provided substantial relief to earthquake and flood victims in 2010 and 2022.
The Governor Kundi acknowledged the valuable contribution of the ICRC in the province’s relief activities, particularly during natural disasters.
Faisal Karim Kundi suggested that the ICRC focus on enhancing health and education services in the merged districts.
He noted the significant impact of environmental changes and terrorism on Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, emphasizing the need for better health and education systems in the province’s rural southern districts.
The Governor assured the ICRC of full support from the Governor House, encouraging collaborative efforts to improve health and education in these underserved areas.
Meanwhile, representatives of the Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI) also called on Governor Faisal Karim Kundi at the Governor House.
The delegation included female presidents from Rawalpindi, Attock, and Hazara Women Chambers, as well as presidents and officials from the Mardan, Charsadda, Haripur, and Mohmand Chambers.
During the meeting, the women business leaders expressed their concerns about the lack of government support for women’s chambers in the province.
The delegation also requested the establishment of an agricultural university in the northern districts from the federal government.
The delegation highlighted various issues affecting industrial development in the province, including inadequate electricity, roads, and other essential infrastructure.
They proposed the creation of an incubation center in Rawalpindi for training women entrepreneurs and advocated for a community center for skilled women.
Additionally, the business community suggested establishing stronger linkages between universities and industry. They emphasized the importance of national industrial development for economic stability.
Governor Faisal Karim Kundi acknowledged the need to focus on the development of precious gems and minerals in the province.
He noted that individuals involved in agriculture and business are key to alleviating Pakistan’s economic crisis.
The Governor revealed that the federal government is preparing a five-year plan for business development and encouraged the business sector to contribute their proposals.
He emphasized his commitment to empowering women and youth, mentioning ongoing collaborations with institutions like NAVTTC for various initiatives.
Governor Kundi also discussed opportunities for Pakistani businesses in Tajikistan and the proximity of Dushanbe via the Wakhan Corridor, though he noted the challenges posed by inadequate road infrastructure.
He stressed the need for overall infrastructure improvement to boost national industry and commerce.

Rain-wind/thundershower likely at various parts of country: PMD

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ISLAMABAD, Aug 16 (APP): Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecast rain-wind/thundershower in Sindh, Punjab, Balochistan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pothohar region, Kashmir, Gilgit-Baltistan and Islamabad.

Heavyfalls may also occur in Sindh, central/south Punjab and eastern Balochistan during the period.

During the last 24 hours, rain-wind/thundershower with isolated heavyfalls occurred in Punjab, Islamabad, Pothohar Region, Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa, Kashmir, upper/lower Sindh, Gilgit-Baltistan and northeastern Balochistan.
As per synoptic situation, monsoon currents from Arabian Sea and Bay of Bengal were penetrating southern and central parts of the country. A westerly wave was also affecting western/upper parts.

Torrential rains may generate flash flooding in local nullahs/streams/Hill torrents of Dera Ghazi Khan, Kalat, Khuzdar, Barkhan, Lasbella, Sibbi, Kohlu, Harnai, Naseerabad, Jaffarabad, Zhob, Bolan, Dadu, Murree, Galliyat, Mansehra, Kohistan, Chitral, Gilgit-Baltistan, Dir, Swat, Shangla, Nowshera, Swabi, Islamabad/Rawalpindi, Northeast Punjab and Kashmir from till August 17.

Heavy downpour may cause urban flooding in low lying areas of lower Sindh, Islamabad/Rawalpindi, Gujranwala, Lahore, Sheikhupura, Kasur, Sialkot, Sargodha, Faisalabad, Nowshera and Peshawar during the period. Landslides may cause roads closure at the vulnerable hilly areas of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Murree, Galliyat, Kashmir and Gilgit-Baltistan during the wet period.

The rainfall recorded during the last 24 hours was Punjab: Bhakkar 78mm, Khanewal 72, Layyah 64, Rahim Yar Khan 56, Multan (Airport 49, City 34), Toba Tek Singh 46, Sahiwal 37, Dera Ghazi Khan 35, Chakwal 26, Faisalabad 25, Hafizabad 21, Bahawalpur (Airport 13, City 10), Jhelum 13, Joharabad 07, Okara 04, Bahawalnagar, Khanpur, Kot Addu, Mangla 03, Islamabad (Zero point, Golra 02, Saidpur, Bokra 01), Rawalpindi (Chaklala 01), Murree 01, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa: Dera Ismail Khan (City 61, Airport 47), Malam Jabba 15, Bannu 10, Saidu Sharif 04, Kakul, Parachinar 02, Bacha Khan Airport, Lower Dir 01, Balochistan: Sibbi 13, Khuzdar 06, Bar Khan 03, Zhob 02, Gilgit Baltistan: Astore 03, Skardu, Bagrote 02, Sindh: Larkana 10, Karachi 02, Kashmir: Muzaffarabad and Rawalakot 01mm.

The highest maximum temperatures recorded were Nokkundi 47 C and Dalbandin 45 C.

Ayaz Sadiq condoles demise of Syed Zafar Hashmi’s sister

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Ayaz Sadiq
ISLAMABAD, Aug 16 (APP):Speaker of the National Assembly Sardar Ayaz Sadiq Friday expressed his condolences on the passing away of senior journalist Syed Zafar Hashmi’s sister.
In a message to Syed Zafar Hashmi, the Speaker conveyed his deep sorrow and sympathy over the loss. He expressed solidarity with Syed Zafar Hashmi and his family during this difficult time.
The Speaker prayed to the Almighty to grant the departed soul eternal peace and to provide the bereaved family with the strength to bear this loss with fortitude.

KP CM calls for immediate implementation of Ehsaas Rozgars, Housing Programs

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PESHAWAR, Aug 16 (APP): Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Sardar Ali Amin Khan Gandapur, has emphasized urgent need to address the issue of unemployment in the province.

He has directed the immediate finalization and implementation of Ehsaas Naujwan Rozgar, Ehsaas Hunar and Ehsaas Rozgar Programs.

Similarly, in order to cater for the housing needs of low income house holds in the province and raise their socio-economic conditions, the preparation for “Ehsas Apna Ghar Program” was reviewed.

Under “Ehsas Apna Ghar Program” interest-free loans up to 1.5 million rupees would be offered to low income people for construction of new house, renovation & improvement of existing house or owning an apartment.

During a joint meeting of the relevant departments, the chief minister highlighted the importance of a realistic and equitable approach to these initiatives.

The meeting was attended by provincial cabinet members Muzammil Aslam, Syed Fakhr Jahan, Mashal Azam, Amjad Ali, Abdul Karim Tordhair and Additional Chief Secretary P&D Syed Imtiaz Hussain Shah, Principal Secretary to the Chief Minister Amjad Ali Khan, and other relevant officials.

Chief Minister Khyber Pakhtunkhwa underscored that each district should receive its fair share based on population, merit, and without political bias.

He stressed the need for transparency in the implementation process to ensure that the benefits of these programs reach the youth, particularly those in remote and underserved areas.

The meeting discussed the pilot project under the Ehsaas Naujawan Rozgar Scheme, which will offer soft loans up to ten million rupees.

These loans are intended for individuals with the skills and viable plans to start their own businesses. Similarly, the Ehsaas Rozgar Scheme will provide interest-free loans of up to Rs 200,000 to those wishing to start or expand small-scale businesses, with support from welfare organization.

Moreover, under the Ehsaas Hunar Program, graduates and diploma/certificate holders from technical and vocational educational institutions will be eligible for interest-free loans of up to Rs 500,000, to establish their own businesses.

Chief Minister Khyber Pakhtunkhwa stressed that for these programs to be successful, it is crucial that the funds reach the deserving and capable youth of the province, enabling them to transition from job seekers to job creators.

UN calls Israeli settler attack in Palestinian West Bank ‘horrific’

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UNITED NATIONS, Aug 16 (APP): The perpetrators of a deadly rampage targeting a Palestinian village in the occupied West Bank must face justice to deter future attacks, the UN human rights office, OHCHR, said Friday.

Echoing widespread condemnation internationally and within Israel of the attack reportedly by Israeli settlers on the village of Jit on Thursday which left a Palestinian man dead and about a dozen injured, OHCHR spokesperson Ravina Shamdasani described the incident as “horrific”.

She noted that the killing “was not an isolated attack”, in reference to years of violence directed at Palestinian communities by Israeli settlers, maintaining that it was “the direct consequence” of Israel’s policy of occupation.

“We have been reporting for the past years about settlers attacking Palestinian communities in their land in the West Bank with impunity and this really is the crux of the matter, the impunity that the perpetrators of such actions have been enjoying,” Shamdasani said.

According to latest OHCHR monitoring, 609 Palestinians have been killed in the West Bank including East Jerusalem since Hamas-led attacks on Israel on 7 October.

This number includes 146 children, eight women and at least four people with disabilities.

“Clearly this needs to stop and key to this will be accountability for the perpetrators,” the OHCHR spokesperson insisted.

“There have been attacks by settlers, by Israeli security forces as well against Palestinians in the West Bank and by and large we are seeing impunity”, she continued.

“There have been very few investigations but even in those cases, most of the times these do not conclude with justice for the victims and for the perpetrators. There are reports of Israeli security forces standing by as attacks take place. There are even reports of weapons being distributed to the settlers. So, there is clearly a State responsibility in this regard.”

Meanwhile in Gaza, new evacuation orders from the Israeli military on Friday threatened to uproot communities once again in eastern Deir al Balah, northern Khan Younis, western Gaza City and other areas, humanitarians warned.

The Israeli Defense Forces announced the latest orders via airdropped fliers, mobile phone messages, ahead of action against Hamas activity in the areas slated for evacuation, in response to rocket attacks into Israel.

Responding to the development on Friday, the UN agency for Palestine refugees, UNRWA, said that the evacuation orders applied to areas “even inside the so-called ‘humanitarian zone’ where people have struggled to find space to shelters.

Gazans “remain trapped in an endless nightmare of death and destruction on a staggering scale”, the UN agency said in an online post.

As mediators prepared to meet for a second day in Doha to push for a ceasefire in Gaza and the release of all hostages abducted on 7 October, UN aid teams warned that Gazans continue to suffer debilitating aid shortages.

“Hostilities and recurrent evacuations orders are driving a seemingly endless cycle of displacement and making it increasingly difficult for people to access the humanitarian assistance they need to survive after 10 months of war,” said the UN aid coordination office, OCHA, in an update on the emergency.

Echoing reports that the relatives of Gazans killed in the war have been unable to give them appropriate burial, OCHA noted that grieving families “have no time to mourn, as they are themselves facing death, pain, hunger and thirst on a daily basis. Each day has been described as being a struggle to simply survive.”

A report from an inter-agency team that secured access to Khan Younis on Thursday reported how displaced families struggled to get by from day to day.

“They had to make their own shelter with whatever fabric, pieces of wood, carton they found. Children are attacked by rodents and insects at night due to poor shelter conditions.”

The same assessment team noted that in addition to the difficulty of reaching markets along with the lack of food and high prices, families said that owing to the absence of cleaning and hygiene products, “they are getting skin infections, particularly affecting their children”.

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KP minister resigns accusing provincial government of corruption

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PESHAWAR, Aug 16 (APP):Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Minister for Communication and Works, Shakil Ahmad Khan has resigned from the post of minister accusing provincial government of corruption, bad governance and ignoring party’s manifesto.
He said that his resignation letter has been send to Chief Minister KP, Ali Amin Gandapur and added that provincial government has backed from the stance on which it was elected and formed government in the province.
I have parted ways with CM on basis of principles, Shakil Ahmed Khan said and maintained that he would remain the loyal worker of his party.
He also accused the CM of interference and said the unjustified intrusion had also affected performance of his ministry.
He also presented himself for accountability and said continued to reside voice against mismanagement and corruption.

CM Bugti appreciates Balochistan women police

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QUETTA, Aug 16 (APP): Balochistan Chief Minister Mir Sarfraz Bugti on Friday announced a token of appreciation of 0.5 million rupees for the women police who had performed their duties during the protests in Gwadar and Quetta.

He made this announcement while talking to women police officers who called on him here.

The Chief Minister also lauded the women police officers for performing their duties in tough conditions during the protests.

He said that the brave women of Balochistan Police were the pride of the province saying that you were the real face of Balochistan and the custodian of Baloch traditions.

Those who taught Balochism harassed women police officers, violated Balochi traditions, he said adding that the people have seen who broke the law and who violates Baloch traditions or respecting women.

The CM also paid tribute to the brave women of Balochistan Police adding that in all circumstances, women police have to work for the restoration of peace and security of the people.

He said that the government was with you and could not allow anyone to take the law into their hands, the oath of loyalty you have taken to the state must be respected in every way.

Balochistan government will give advanced training in self-defense and policing to women police officers, he said.
He said that the police course should be developed on modern lines to increase the professional capacity.

The CM also directed to immediately provide five water cannon vans to Balochistan Police saying that the government was ready to deal with all kinds of situations.

He said that government could not hand over administrative affairs and government affairs to armed groups, women police officers were harassed in the protests, the state showed patience.

Our patience should not be considered weakness, action will be taken according to law, he said adding that provincial government would bring the harassers of women police officers to book.

Inspector General (IG) Police Balochistan Abdul Khaliq Sheikh, DIG CTD Aitzaz Hussain Goriya were also present in the meeting.

City administration finalizes rain arrangements: Mayor Karachi

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Mayor Karachi
KARACHI, Aug 16 (APP):Mayor Karachi Barrister Murtaza Wahab on Friday said that arrangements for water drainage have been completed on all major roads and streets under the Karachi Metropolitan Corporation, and constant coordination with relevant town administrations and other agencies is being maintained for rain arrangements.
He said that special instructions have been issued to the relevant departments to keep the drainage machinery in ready condition and to keep the staff on alert for rainwater drainage work, in light of the Meteorological Department’s forecast of a new spell of rain starting on Saturday.
He said that three large dewatering pumps, excavators, dumpers, and small dewatering pumps have been delivered at the KMC head office here.
One of the three large dewatering pumps will be stationed at the KMC head office, another at the M.A Jinnah Road near the Merewether Tower, and the third at the Governor House, as these areas experience significant water accumulation during rains, he said.
He said that preparations for drainage have been completed in advance of the rains.
 He requested citizens to be patient during heavy rains as the drainage process may be slow temporarily, but as soon as the rain stops, water drainage will begin quickly. The citizens should be assured that the municipal administration is fully aware of its responsibilities and has taken all necessary measures.
Barrister Murtaza Wahab also mentioned that the flow of water in all major storm water drains in the city is normal, and there are no obstacles to drainage as choking points have already been cleared and drain cleaning is ongoing.
He added that during the rains, KMC’s city wardens will also be present on roads and highways to maintain traffic flow and provide guidance to citizens.
The Mayor Karachi said that he will personally visit various areas of the city during the rains to assess the situation and issue instructions to relevant officials and agencies to ensure that citizens are protected from any unpleasant situations during the rains.
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