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Cold and dry weather likely in most parts of country: PMD

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ISLAMABAD, Dec 18 (APP): Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecast mainly cold and dry weather for most plain areas of the country during the next 24 hours.
However, very cold weather is expected in northern areas, as per Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD)’s forecast.
Fog/smog is likely to occur in upper Sindh, plain areas of Punjab and Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa during morning and night hours.
According to the synoptic situation, continental air was prevailing over most parts of the country.
During the last 24 hours, cold and dry weather prevailed over most parts of the country, while very cold and partly cloudy in northern parts.
The lowest minimum temperatures recorded were Leh -06C, Skardu, Kalam, Astore, Gupis, Kalat -05, Gilgit -04, Quetta, Rawalakot, Hunza and Dir -03C

Uninterrupted Sehat Card Services to continue

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Health Minister

ISLAMABAD, Dec 18 (APP): Caretaker Federal Minister for Health Dr Nadeem Jan on Monday said that uninterrupted Sehat Card Services will continue in federally funded areas.

Addressing a high level meeting, he said that the services will be ensured in all federally funded areas including AJK, GB, ICT and district Tharparkar. He assured that all funding issues will be resolved.

Dr Nadeem Jan thanked Punjab Health Minister Javed Akram and State Life leadership for their continued support to the Federal Program.

He reassured the nation that with the support of all stakeholders this wonderful program will continue for the benefit of all Pakistani citizens.

The meeting was participated by Ansar Abdali, Health minister, AJK, Salman Mehdi, Chairman State Life, Muhammad Shoaib, CEO State Life and Muhammad Arshad, CEO Federal Sehat Sahulat Program.

CM increases annual grant of IDA RIEU to Rs15m, donates three pianos

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KARACHI, Dec 18 (APP): The Caretaker Sindh Chief Minister Justice (Retd) Maqbool Baqar Monday declared that the Annual Grant of IDA RIEU will be raised from Rs10 million to Rs15 million.

Additionally, he has supplied three pianos specifically for children with disabilities.

He made this announcement while speaking at the opening ceremony of the inclusive Youth Parliament at IDA RIEU. President of IRWA Ida RIEU Welfare Association, Nadira Panjwani, Secretary of the Department of Differently Abled Persons, Taha Farooqi, and others received the president.

He said that the IDA RIEU was doing a great service for the cause of education of differently abled children, therefore he has decided to increase their grant from Rs10 million to Rs15 million.

The CM watched the differently abled children playing the piano. The four children had one piano, therefore he announced to get them three more pianos so that they could enjoy playing their favourite music.

Speaking on the occasion, Baqar said the role of IDA RIEU Schools & Colleges for the Blind & Deaf for taking this important initiative and congratulated all the participants selected for the significant event.

The CM said that the Youth Parliament aimed at empowering diverse young voices for an inclusive Pakistan. I can see that it is inspired by the vision and mission of the IDA RIEU Welfare Association, which has been serving the cause of persons with disabilities for over a century.

“The IDA RIEU Welfare Association endeavours towards providing quality education and rehabilitation services for the differently abled, empowering them and ensuring inclusiveness and equality,” he said and added that the IDA RIEU was playing a lead role in creating a more accessible and equitable Pakistan.

He said that with the efforts of IDA RIEU thousands of students have had the chance to nurture their talents and contribute to the world. “Our country grows stronger and more vibrant with each passing day,” he said.

The Youth Parliament is an opportunity to celebrate pluralism as a nation, however, this diversity also comes with challenges and responsibilities to ensure that all our citizens enjoy equal rights, opportunities, and benefits in every aspect of life and that our citizens are involved in decision-making processes, the CM said.

He added that this initiative would have a dual impact and it would help participants of the parliament understand the legislative process; study and debate the current laws; and collaborate to suggest solutions for a stronger Pakistan.

He said that the draft policy solutions prepared by IDA RIEU would help us understand the perspective of youth, their vision for an inclusive and strong Pakistan, and how they want their vision to be implemented.

Baqar urged IDA RIEU youth parliament participants to participate actively in this event with enthusiasm, curiosity, and respect. “Do not be afraid to ask questions, to share your views, to disagree politely, or to agree constructively, and do not be shy to listen attentively, to learn something new, to appreciate someone else’s contribution, or to acknowledge their achievement,” he advised them and urged them to embrace their uniqueness.

Court will pass order about delimitations as per SC directives: IHC CJ

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IHC

ISLAMABAD, Dec 18 (APP): The Islamabad High Court (IHC) on Monday declared that it would pass orders on petitions about delimitations keeping in view the directive of the Supreme Court.

Chief Justice Aamer Farooq heard the cases pertaining the delimitations in various constituencies.

During the course of proceedings, law officer of the Election Commission of Pakistan Zeghan Anees informed the bench that the top court had declared all the complaints pertaining to delimitations filed after December 14, as ineffective.

The chief justice said that he would do consultation with other judges of the high court, and issue orders keeping in view the directives of the top court.

Meanwhile, a single member bench comprising Justice Arbab Muhammad Tahir issued notices to the ECP in petitions against delimitations of two constituencies including PS-41 and PS-42 of District Sanghar.

The Petitioner’s lawyer Qasim Nawaz Abbasi prayed the court to restore the old delimitations in two constituencies. The further hearing of the case was adjourned till Tuesday.

SC neither makes rules for body search at airports nor seeks exemption: Spokesman

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Supreme Court

ISLAMABAD, Dec 18 (APP): The Supreme Court’s spokesman on Monday clarified that neither the body search rule for the families of judges at airports was not made by the apex court nor its exemption was sought.

The spokesperson, in a statement, said that a letter had been written to the Secretary Aviation and Director-General of the Airport Security Force.

The letter stated, “This is with reference to Aviation’s letter of 12th October, 2023, which surprisingly found its way to the media immediately after Justice Qazi Faez Isa and his wife left Pakistan for Turkiye during the Supreme Court’s winter vacations.

It said, “In the interest of full disclosure kindly also disclose the Registrar of the Supreme Court’s letter of 21st September, 2023 to correct the misconceptions.”

It said, “The body search exemption rule was not made by the Supreme Court nor was exemption sought. The Registrar had simply pointed out an anomaly, which was that the spouses of retired Supreme Court judges were exempt from body search but those of serving judges were not.”

Addressing the Aviation, the letter further said, “Your letter while resolving the anomaly does not offer an explanation. And, neither the ASF nor the Government of Pakistan is concerned about the security breach.”

It said, “The facts are that the coincidentally interesting timing of the letter, written 66 days ago, now coming into the public domain; immediately on Justice Isa’s departure from Pakistan.

“Body search exemption cards for spouses have not been received,” it added.

Furthermore, it said,”departing from Pakistan, on 16th December, 2023, Mrs Isa herself went into the cubicle of the ASF and was searched by a lady officer; the recording by cameras installed at the airport will confirm this; no exemption sought, nor given.

Justice Isa, the spokesman said, was offered, but he declined the use of the VIP lounge and the luxury limousine which drove VIPs right up to the aircraft at the Islamabad Airport.

Ethiopian Parliament ratifies bilateral trade agreement with Pakistan

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ISLAMABAD, Dec 18 (APP): The Embassy of Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia (FDRE) in Pakistan on Monday announced that the House of the Peoples Representatives of FDRE had unanimously approved the bilateral trade agreement signed by the two countries on February 14 this year to boost bilateral trade.

The trade agreement was submitted by the Standing Committee of the House on Trade and Tourism to the Ethiopian Parliament for approval during the 8th regular meeting of the 3rd year of the House of the Peoples Representatives held the other day, said an embassy news release.

The bilateral trade agreement is aimed at boosting trade cooperation between the two countries for further strengthening the economic and commercial relations between Ethiopia and Pakistan.

Ethiopian Ambassador in Pakistan Jemal Beker Abdula described the approval of the agreement as a “major breakthrough” in the bilateral relations of the two countries.

He said the landmark agreement would give a major boost to the bilateral trade that currently stood at over $80 million. It would pave the way for the establishment of a joint action committee on trade and fostering strong institutional linkages between the two countries, he added.

He congratulated the business community of Ethiopia and Pakistan over the approval of the agreement.

The ambassador said it was a welcoming news for the business community of both the countries who had already explored each other lucrative markets through delegation exchange in the current year.

“The new year will open a new chapter in the history of bilateral trade and hopefully, bolster business and trade activity between the two countries,” he said, while recalling the visit of over 70 businessmen and investors to Ethiopia in March and a trip of over 50 Ethiopian businessmen to Pakistan in May this year.

“These developments coupled with the commencement of the Ethiopian Airlines set the stage for the bilateral relations of Ethiopia and Pakistan to flourish and thrive in the changing global dynamism,” the ambassador noted.

NADRA signs Electronic Readmission Case Management System agreement with Turkiye

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NADRA
ISLAMABAD, Dec 18 (APP): The Presidency of Migration Management of the Republic of Turkiye and the National Database and Registration Authority(NADRA) on Monday signed a contractual agreement on the establishment of an Electronic Readmission Case Management System in Ankara.
According to a press release, Türkiye and Pakistan continue to take decisive steps towards identifying problems, exchanging information, and ensuring joint response and cooperation at the international level in combatting irregular migration.
The agreement intends to facilitate and accelerate the safe and humane return of irregular migrants of Pakistani nationality in Türkiye.
The electronic system to be established under the contractual agreement, identification of Pakistani nationals and issuance of travel documents will be carried out quickly and effectively for their return.
The press note said that during the visit, both sides decided to maintain constant cooperation and communication in the future.

Tessori meets Balighur Rehman

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Balighur Rehman
LAHORE, Dec 18 (APP):Governor Punjab Muhammad Balighur Rehman and his Sindh counterpart Kamran Khan Tessori met and discussed matters of mutual interest besides ways to promote inter-provincial relations during a meeting at the Governor’s House here on Monday.
Speaking on the occasion, Governor Punjab Muhammad Balighur Rehman said that everyone should play a positive role for a strong, prosperous, and stable Pakistan. He said that the improvement and stability in the country’s economy bodes well for a bright future.
The Governor Punjab further said that the exchange of educational and business delegations will strengthen inter provincial coordination. He further stated that both the provinces can benefit from each other’s experiences in various fields.
He informed his counterpart from Sindh about the steps taken to improve the quality of universities in the province. He said that educated youth are the asset of the country. He emphasized that along with education, there is a need to focus on their character building.
On this occasion, Governor Sindh Kamran Khan Tessori appreciated the initiative of opening the Governor House Lahore to the public in an organised manner.

CM approves desilting of 15300 miles long canals in province

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CM punjab
LAHORE, Dec 18 (APP):Caretaker Chief Minister Punjab Mohsin Naqvi chaired a special meeting in which approval for desilting 15300 miles long canals was accorded.
A committee comprising Chairman P&D, Secretaries of Irrigation, Agriculture and Mines has been constituted to formulate the mode of desilting.
CM Mohsin Naqvi stated that water will be provided to 3-4 lacs acres of land with the completion of desilting campaign across the province.
Secretary Irrigation Wasif Khursheed while giving a briefing on the desilting campaign to be carried out after ten years apprised that the canals of Mangla Dam will be closed down from 26th December to 13th January in the first phase. The canals of Tarbela Dam will be closed down from 13th January to 31st January in the second phase.
The desilting campaign will be launched from 26th December in three phases after the closure of canals in Punjab.
The campaign of desilting will be formally launched from the first week of January across the province.
LIMS will provide a satellite image of desilting situation across the province.
The data will be uploaded on the Irrigation Monitoring App at 10:am daily. The police will register a case and initiate an action on finding an illegal water theft channel during the desilting campaign.
Provincial Minister Amir Mir, Chairman P&D, Additional IG, Secretary Agriculture, Secretary Information, Secretary C&W, Commissioner and other officials attended the meeting.

Jamal Shah inaugurates exhibition of photographs & books on Quaid-i-Azam

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Jamal Shah
ISLAMABAD: December 18 – Caretaker Federal Minister for National Heritage and Culture, Jamal Shah in a group photograph with participants during Exhibition of Books and Photographs in connection with upcoming Quaid-i-Azam Day at Heritage Museum, Lok Virsa. APP

ISLAMABAD, Dec 18 (APP): Caretaker Federal Minister for National Heritage and Culture Jamal Shah on Monday inaugurated ten-day long exhibition of photographs and books on Quaid-i-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah here at Heritage Museum, Lok Virsa.

National Heritage and Culture Division, Lok Virsa organized the exhibition in collaboration with National Library of Pakistan (NLP) and National Archives of Pakistan.

Executive Director Lok Virsa Muhammad Uzair Khan, Director General NLP Asif Khan Niazi and large number of students were also present on the occasion.

Addressing the ceremony, the minister said that National Heritage and Culture Division attached departments have planned a series of events from December 17th to December 28th to pay rich tribute to Father of Nation and Founder of Pakistan, adding that these events include lectures, live performances, exhibitions, seminars, tableaus etc.

Jamal Shah said that these events are being organized with collaboration our cultural departments, community and local artists.

He said that these events are aimed at highlighting the heroic struggle of our Quaid and his associates in achieving a separate homeland for the Muslims of subcontinent.

“Our youth have tremendous potential and I advise them to make the country prosperous by adopting the teachings of the Quaid-i-Azam and Allama Muhammad Iqbal in letter and spirit”, he said.

Jamal Shah said that our younger generation needs to work hard by following the footsteps of Quaid-i-Azam.

He said that every photograph on display tells a story not only about Quaid’s life but also the great struggle of our leaders to get separate homeland for Muslim of sub-continent.

He said that it is a great opportunity for youth especially the students to feel real moments captured in photographs, these are the windowns to the past which shows how our great leaders went through the freedom struggle.

The minister appreciated Lok Virsa, National Library of Pakistan and National Archives of Pakistan for organizing such a wonder exhibition and book fair.

Earlier, ED Lok Virsa in his opening remarks said that Lok Virsa in collaboration with NLP and NAP organized the exhibition under the aegis of the National Heritage and Culture Division.

He said that the exhibition is an effort to pay tributes to the father of Nation Quaid-i-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah for his valuable contribution ptowards the creation of Pakistan.

More than 200 rare photographs and 500 historical books relating to founder of Pakistan Muhammad Ali Jinnah and his companions were displayed.

The young singers also paid glowing tribute to the Father of the Nation by presenting ‘Mili Naghmas’ and got big applause from the audience.

The exhibition will remain on display at the Heritage Museum, Lok Virsa till 25 December.

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