KARACHI: December 22 – .
Caretaker Federal Education Minister, Madad Ali Sindhi is being presented with memento during the 1st Annual Conference 2023 “Examination and Assessment Practices in Pakistan
KARACHI: December 22 – .
President Dr Arif Alvi chairing a meeting on health related issues and role of Mosques, at Aiwan-e-Sadr
ISLAMABAD: December 22
President Dr Arif Alvi chairing a meeting on health related issues and role of Mosques, at Aiwan-e-Sadr
ISLAMABAD: December 22
Senator Irfan-Ul-Haque Siddiqui, Chairman Senate Standing Committee On Federal Education & Professional Training presiding over a meeting of the committee at Parliament House
ISLAMABAD: December 22 – .
Pakistan’s Living Indus Initiative recognized as World Restoration Flagship by UN
ISLAMABAD, Dec 22 (APP): Pakistan’s Living Indus Initiative has been selected as the World Restoration Flagship of the United Nations Decade on Ecosystem Restoration.
Executive Director of the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), Inger Andersen announced the ground-breaking achievement in a letter addressed to Federal Minister for Climate Change and Environmental Coordination, a news release said.
The Living Indus Initiative stood out among more than 150 applications and garnered support from over 70 governments worldwide.
The Initiative’s dedication to restoring millions of hectares in the Indus River basin, a critical ecosystem supporting 90% of Pakistan’s population and driving a significant portion of its economy, earned it the prestigious recognition.
Developed jointly by the Ministry of Climate Change and Environmental Coordination, provincial authorities, and the UN system, the Living Indus Initiative represents a collaborative effort to uplift the environmental and health conditions of the Indus Basin.
Its holistic approach addresses the ecological challenges faced by the fragile basin due to climate change, with a set of 25 measures emphasizing nature-based solutions and ecosystem-based adaptation strategies.
Expressing her delight, Ms Inger Andersen commended the Living Indus Initiative for being one of the world’s most promising, ambitious, and inspiring examples of large-scale restoration.
The recognition reflects the tireless efforts of everyone involved in and supportive of the initiative, highlighting its significant impact on both people and the planet.
The World Restoration Flagships, including the Living Indus Initiative, will be publicly announced in February 2024 during the sixth United Nations Environment Assembly in (UNEA6). The announcement will be celebrated through a global media campaign and wide online outreach, with an anticipated reach of millions of people.
This recognition marks a significant milestone for Pakistan, showcasing its commitment to environmental stewardship and sustainable development on the global stage.
Gilani, Dehr, Dogar submit nomination papers
MULTAN, Dec 22 (APP): Former Prime Minister Yusuf Raza Gilani and former MNAs Abdul Ghaffar Dogar and Ali Musa Gilani submitted nomination papers on Friday.
Source from the local election commission office informed that the former PM and MNA Ahmad Hussain Dehar submitted papers for NA-148 from PPP and PML-N respectively, whereas Abdul Ghaffar Dogar and Ali Musa Gilani filed their nominees for NA-151 from PML-N and PPP respectively.
Meanwhile, former PTI’s leader Akhtar Malik, Iqbal Siraj, Syed Babar Shah, Iqbal Siraj, Arshad Ran and Malik Anwar also submitted their papers for different constituencies of Punjab Assembly, added the source.
It’s important to note that Election Commission had extended the date for submitting the papers for two days.
15 new dengue cases reported in Punjab on Friday
LAHORE, Dec 22 (APP): Fifteen new dengue cases were reported in Punjab on Friday.
The latest Health Department data reveals a total of 15,128 confirmed dengue cases across Punjab this year, with Lahore leading the unfortunate tally at 6,993 cases, followed closely by Rawalpindi with 2,654, Gujranwala with 1,590, Multan with 1,460 and Faisalabad with 914 cases.
In Lahore, 10 more cases were reported on Friday, and three in Multan in last 24 hours. Meanwhile, Sheikhupura and Bahawalpur reported one case each during the last 24 hours.
Currently, 21 dengue patients are undergoing treatment in various hospitals across Punjab, with 14 of them in Lahore district hospitals. Health Secretary Ali Jaan Khan called upon people to maintain clean and dry surroundings as a preventive measure against dengue fever.
For those in need of dengue treatment, information, or wishing to register complaints, a free helpline is available through the Health Department at 1033.
IGP holds meeting with Karachi CCA
KARACHI, Dec 22 (APP):Inspector General of Police (IGP) Sindh, Riffat Mukhtar Raja, held a meeting on Friday with a six-member delegation from the Karachi Goods Carrier Association, led by Noor Khan Niazi, at the Central Police Office (CPO).
During the meeting, the delegation conveyed their satisfaction with the law and order situation in the province, according to a spokesman for Sindh Police. They commended the proactive measures taken by the police, expressing gratitude for the successful recovery of a cargo vehicle stolen in Malir in recent days.
In response, IGP Sindh conveyed that the police’s commitment extends beyond maintaining peace; it includes safeguarding life, property, honour, and dignity. He emphasized the importance of effective, coordinated operations to ensure the protection of citizens.
IGP Sindh, Riffat Mukhtar Raja, issued directives to establish a coordination committee with AIGP Operations Sheeraz Nazeer as the focal person, aiming to strengthen and enhance the cooperation between transporters and the police, ensuring future interactions are robust and efficient.
The meeting was attended by AIGP Admin and AIGP Operations, with DIGP Hyderabad, SSP Naushero Feroz, and Shaheed Benazirabad participating through a video link.
PTA cautions public about deceptive links; urges vigilance & use of official platforms for services
ISLAMABAD, Dec 22 (APP): The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has cautioned the public against phishing, and fraudulent links circulating on Whatsapp, social media, and through text messages, falsely claiming to be associated with PTA’s Device Identification Registration & Blocking System (DIRBS).
The message making the rounds purports to be an official communication, stating that the user’s SIM is found to be involved in “suspicious activities” and that the user should check the number of SIMs at the given link. Alternatively, another message warned that the user’s phone registration will be suspended unless they visit the provided link, according to a news release.
These deceptive tactics are designed to trick individuals into clicking on malicious links, compromising their personal information. The public has been urged to refrain from clicking on links from unknown numbers/senders and report such phone numbers/links for blocking through PTA’s complaint management system (toll-free number: 0800-55055, web link: https://complaint.pta.gov.pk/RegisterComplaint.aspx and PTA CMS mobile app).
To check the status of their device, users should only visit https://dirbs.pta.gov.pk, SMS IMEIs to 8484 from their device, or through the official Device Verification App, available on both Google Play Store and Apple App Store.
PTA has urged the public to stay vigilant and prioritize the use of its official platforms/shortcodes to protect their personal information.
A large number of people visit H-9 weekly bazar to buy household items
ISLAMABAD: December 22 –