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Nationwide anti-polio drive to begin from Monday

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ISLAMABAD, Nov 26 (APP): A five-day anti-polio campaign will begin across the country from tomorrow to eradicate the crippling disease.

In Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, more than 7.4 million children up to five years of age will be administered polio drops during the campaign.

Thirty one thousand teams have been constituted to vaccinate the children.

Likewise, in Balochistan, more than eleven thousand teams have been constituted for the door to door vaccination drive to inoculate 2.5 million children up to the age of five years.

According to the polio emergency operation center, vaccination campaign in Quetta, Pishin and Qilla Abdullah has been continuing since Friday.

Similarly, in the province of Sindh, teams comprising more than 80 thousand polio workers will go door to door to administer the vaccine to over 10 million children of up-to 5 years of age in 30 districts of the province.

Meanwhile, the Sindh chief secretary has also directed the Health Department to ensure that children are administered polio drops at all railway stations and bus terminals as well.

Polio teams will also be available at bus stops, railway stations, afghan refugee camps and other public places to ensure vaccination of every child.

FCCU’s Islamabad-Rawalpindi alumni celebrates annual-2023 reunion

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ISLAMABAD, Nov 26 (APP): The Islamabad-Rawalpindi chapter of Forman Christian College University (FCCU) Alumni Association joyously held its annual reunion for alumni and their families over the weekend.
The gathering welcomed a prestigious array of attendees, including bureaucrats, ambassadors, army officers, ministers, industrialists, businessmen and other distinguished individuals, said a news release issued here Sunday.
Dr Kauser Abdullah Malik, an esteemed alumnus and Federal Minister for National Food Security and Research, graced the event as the chief guest. Dr Jonathan Addleton, the revered Rector of FCCU, was the guest of honor.
Notable alumni, Senator Mushahid Hussain Syed and former Chairman of National Accountability Burueau (NAB) Chaudhry Qamar Zaman, were also present as esteemed guests of honor.
Expressing their delight at being part of the Formanite gathering, Dr Kauser Abdullah Malik and Senator Mushahid Hussain Syed extended their heartfelt congratulations to the Rector of FCCU for his outstanding contributions to the university’s development and growth.
They lauded the multidimensional work taking place at FCCU, highlighting its pivotal role in nurturing responsible citizens.
Dr Addleton shared insightful details regarding several new initiatives that have transformed the college, emphasizing the recent naming ceremony for the sports fields and library at FC College.
Muhammad Mobeen, the chapter secretary, adeptly moderated the event, providing updates on the past year’s activities and offering a preview of forthcoming plans.
He stressed the importance of active participation from every Formanite in the “A Talk with Formanite” series.
Inaugurating the programme with a warm welcome, Malik Fateh Khan, the Chapter President and a senior Formanite, extended heartfelt greetings to the esteemed attendees.
On behalf of the executive committee, he acknowledged and commended Azeem Chaudhry and Usman for their valuable contributions to the chapter in previous years.
Additionally, he expressed appreciation for Adeel Riaz and his team from the advancement office in Lahore for their consistent support and presence at all Islamabad gatherings.
The presence of esteemed alumni, including Col Munzor Bakshi from the 1960s, Professor Arif, former professor of FCC, and former principal of Govt College Islamabad H-8, Malik Akber, Iftikhar Malik, and Ashraf Jehangir Qazi, former ambassador and special representative of the UN Secretary-General, was a source of immense pride for their fellow alumni at the event.
The contributions of Professor Arif Akber and Ashraf Jehangir Qazi were particularly noteworthy and inspiring to all attendees. Notably, the event was attended by senior female Formanite Kukab and youngest Formanite Assad from the class of 2017.
The event culminated with a gracious vote of thanks delivered by Col. ® Wahid Khan on behalf of the Chapter’s executive committee. Shields were presented as tokens of appreciation to the esteemed guests and committee members, followed by group photos and a delightful dinner.

Residents want immediate extension of Blue bus route from PWD interchange

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ISLAMABAD, Nov 26 (APP): The residents residing in different housing societies located near the Islamabad Expressway have demanded an immediate extension of the route covered by Blue Bus service up to PWD interchange after substantial road widening and construction work had been completed, easing vehicular traffic on one of the busiest arteries of the twin cities.
Residents of Korang, Pakistan, Jinnah Garden, PWD, Sohan, and other adjacent societies were of the opinion that the authorities have unveiled the plying of the Blue Bus service route from Rawat but deferred it due to the condition of the road and the subsequent construction and expansion work from Korang Bridge to Rawat.
The demand coincides with the Capital Development Authority’s (CDA) decision to roll out 160 electric buses on 13 different routes in the capital city.
As the extensive work on the laying of new road lanes has been completed up to PWD interchange with smooth and rapid vehicular traffic, the route of Blue Bus service should be extended to PWD interchange to facilitate a large number of commuters, students, and office-going people, Raziq Ali Shah, a senior journalist and resident of Jinnah Garden, said on Sunday.
Haji Abdul Qadoos, a trader in PWD, said that the introduction of blue bus service on the Expressway was a significant initiative to provide much-needed transport facilities to the masses, but after the completion of hassle-free traffic movement on the newly constructed multi-lane road from Korang Bridge to Naval Anchorage Housing Society, its route should be immediately expanded to PWD interchange.
Shaheena Jabeen and Humaira, two working women and residents of Korang town, opined that they conveniently moved to their workplaces located in the Blue Area regularly by boarding the Blue buses, but for reaching the Koral bus stand to catch the service, they still faced the issue of moving from the entrance of the society on the highway to the designated Blue bus stop via private vehicles.
“Traversing a distance from the PWD interchange to Koral by a private public vehicle is too difficult,” Humaira added.
While a number of residents, including an elderly Ahmed Ghulam, suggested that alternatively, the blue bus route should also be linked by the creation of additional passages for electric buses, as announced by CDA, from different residential and commercial areas of these sprawling residential areas.
“It is observed that Blue Bus service caters to the transportation needs of the residents of the Capital up to Gulberg Greens, and afterwards, commuters are facing the same old issues of moving through public transport,” Jameel Babar, owner of an architect company in the Capital Enclave housing society, shared.
They were of the view that the number of blue buses should also be multiplied considering the growing number of commuters who are huddled beyond capacity in each moving vehicle, particularly during peak hours, besides extending the service hours in the late night.
The authorities should also consider enhancing the Blue Bus service schedule during the night to facilitate those people who usually work late in different offices and places in Islamabad.
With the onset of the winter season, finding private vehicles became problematic, which also caused wastage of time and proved costly too, Dr. Musawar, an employee of a private hospital, demanded.

PTV has come long way during past 59 years: Solangi

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LAHORE, Nov 26 (APP): Caretaker Federal Minister for Information, Broadcasting and Parliamentary Affairs Murtaza Solangi said on Sunday that Pakistan Television, the national broadcaster of Pakistan had come a long way during past 59 years.

This he said while delivering his speech at PTV’s 59th anniversary celebration ceremony here.
Congratulating the employees of PTV on the 59th anniversary of the founding of Pakistan Television, Murtaza Solangi said 59 years ago in Lahore, his teacher Aslam Azhar started broadcast of PTV transmission by pitching a tent in the lawn of an old building.

Chief Minister Punjab Mohsin Naqvi himself had been a broadcaster and journalist, who had seen this journey himself, Murtaza Solangi remarked.

Appreciating the performance of the caretaker set up of Punjab, he said due to the changes in Punjab, Mohsin Naqvi was now looking like a benefactor to everyone. He said that Punjab had witnessed so many changes during his tenure as he would become “Sher Shah Suri” of the province.

Rain likely to persist in city

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BAHAWALPUR, Nov 26 (APP): The local Met Office Sunday predicted a partly cloudy to cloudy weather with chances of rain for the city for next 24 hours.

The maximum and minimum temperatures recorded were 24 degrees centigrade and16 degrees centigrade during the last 24 hours.

Partly cloudy to cloudy weather with chances of rain has also been forecast for the rest of the region.

Iftikhar Ali Malik highlights Pakistan’s abundant resources, skills for global market contribution

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ISLAMABAD, Nov 26 (APP): SAARC Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) former President Iftikhar Ali Malik Sunday said Pakistan possessed a wealth of resources, skills, and industries that could contribute significantly to the global market.

Speaking to a delegation of industrialists and traders, he said, “Collaborative efforts from government, private sector, and civil society are essential to bring about a positive change in addition to reviving the economy by placing a special emphasis on boosting exports,” said a press release issued here.

He said, “Through export capabilities, we can not only generate revenue but also create employment opportunities and strengthen our international standing.”

Iftikhar stressed the need for initiating result-oriented comprehensive economic reforms that encourage investment, facilitate ease of doing business, and promote entrepreneurship.

He said such measures will help rejuvenate various sectors and attract both domestic and foreign investors.

He emphasized for establishment of more specialized export zones, offering a basket of incentives to export-oriented industries, and investment in infrastructure that supports efficient production and transportation of goods.

Iftikhar Ali Malik said investment in vocational and technical training programs is a prerequisite to empower our workforce with modern skills, making them more competitive in the global market.

He said consistent power and gas supply is a lifetime requirement for industries, promoting higher productivity and reduced operational costs.

He said we must harness the potential of modern technology to streamline administrative processes, reduce corruption, and enhance transparency, creating a conducive environment for economic growth.

Senate session to be held on Monday

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ISLAMABAD, Nov 26 (APP): The Senate session will be held at the Parliament in Islamabad tomorrow on Monday at 3 p.m.

The House will transact private members’ business in which several bills will be introduced.

Besides, the House will also discuss matters of national and international importance.

World Sustainable Transport Day being observed today

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ISLAMABAD, Nov 26 (APP): First ever World Sustainable Transport Day is being observed on Sunday.

In his message on the occasion, United Nations Secretary General Antonio Guterres said there is an urgent need for a transformative shift towards more sustainable transport, emphasizing importance of cleaner energy to combat climate change.

The UN adopted a resolution earlier this year to designate November 26 as the World Sustainable Transport Day.

Annual International Culture Day organized at Pakistan Embassy College Beijing

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BEIJING, Nov 26 (APP): Over 40 countries including Pakistan and China set up their national stalls featuring a range of cultural activities such as traditional music as well as display of art, costumes and cuisines at the annual International Culture Day organized by Pakistan Embassy College (PECB) here on Sunday.

Pakistan Ambassador to China, Khalil Hashmi inaugurated the event as the chief guest.
Ambassadors, senior diplomats, officials, media representatives and students along with their families, members of the Pakistani and international community participated in this cultural gala.

China, Russia, Italy, Rumania, Ukraine, Saudi Arabia, Sudan, Libya, Bulgaria, Bangladesh, Nepal, Tajikistan, Azerbaijan and several other countries showcased their cultural handcrafts, products and traditional cuisines.

Ambassador Hashmi visited stalls and exhibitions set up by students and their parents and appreciated them for showcasing handicrafts, foods and culture of their respective countries.

There were fun areas and gaming zone for children. Cultural performances of various countries were also presented which were greatly enjoyed by the guests.

Ambassador Hashmi in his address commended the PECB and its students for excellent organization and for presenting the rich kaleidoscope of performances which advanced mutual understanding, respect and collaboration among different cultures and traditions.

He described culture a powerful tool to build bridges and foster friendships between nations.
Ambassador Hashmi also underlined the significance of International Culture Day celebrations for China Pakistan relations, noting that the event served as a platform to promote the creation of China-Pakistan Community of Shared Future.

Principal, Shazia Amjad welcomed the audience and expressed gratitude for their keen interest and enthusiastic participation.
Some exquisite dance performances on tunes of Pakistan’s traditional music, stunning Pakistani and Chinese songs and cultural dresses mesmerized the audience.

Pakistani food, handicrafts and traditional dresses showcased to highlight and promote Pakistani culture attracted a lot of attention from the participants.
Ambassador Hashmi and his wife cut a cake along with the principal, teachers and students to mark the special occasion. The students were also given gifts through lucky draw.

The International Culture Day is celebrated every year by PECB to highlight the institution’s core values of mutual learning, respect and cooperation.

SAPM visits Tamkeen HR office to discuss paramedical manpower job opportunities

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ISLAMABAD, Nov 26 (APP): SAPM on Overseas Pakistanis and Human Resource Development Jawad Sohrab Malik visited Tamkeen Human Resources along with Deputy Head of Mission Moazzam Ali, Community Welfare Attaches, DG Bureau of Emigration, and Joint Secretary Emigration on Sunday.

He was received by CEO Tamkeen Faris Al-Hanaki.

He was briefed by the CEO about the working of the Company, said a press release.

CEO HR informed that there was a lot of demand for manpower, especially in the healthcare sector, particularly for paramedical staff.

Tamkeen was ready to fully cooperate and engage with OEC and other companies to increase the manpower import from Pakistan.

He also informed that the hospitality sector was another potential sector in which there was great demand.

SAPM assured full cooperation for expeditious export of manpower from Pakistan.

He also informed that a new Saudi desk has been set up in the Ministry of OP&HRD Pakistan for solving all the issues of Saudi recruitment companies.

SAPM also requested cooperation in enhancing the level of skills of Pakistani workers and professionals to meet the market demands of KSA.

Both sides agreed on developing a cooperation mechanism for establishing training centers for workers in Pakistan to impart meaningful training before their arrival in KSA.

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