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Jam Kamal presides Sectoral Council meetings on Pharmaceutical, Chemical Sectors

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KARACHI, Aug 23 (APP): Federal Minister for Commerce Jam Kamal has chaired two separate sectoral councils meetings on Pharmaceuticals and Chemical Sectors were held here at TDAP Headquarter on Friday.

Under Strategic Trade Policy Framework (STPF 2022-25), 16 sectoral councils were formed of different export oriented sectors on March 31, 2022.

Out of these 16 different sectors, two potential sectors are Pharmaceuticals and Chemical Industries which were invited for meetings in TDAP.

These sectoral meetings were attended by other senior officers from Commerce Ministry, DRAP, Pakistan Customs.
Minister for Commerce Jam Kamal assured sectoral council members that consultative drive is being implemented under the vision of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif so that policy proposals will be incorporated in the National Export Policy Board.

These meetings were concluded with a commitment to address the outlined challenges and pursue actionable strategies to enhance the export potential on different sectors from Pakistan. Broadly, follow up meetings will be organized in Islamabad at Ministry of Commerce to develop Export Policy with recommendations from all sectors in Pakistan.

Special Secretary for Commerce, Saeed Mangnejo, TDAP Chief Executive Zubair Motiwala, Executive Director General Ministry of Commerce Muhammad Ashraf, DG Engineering & Minerals Division Azhar Ali Dahar, Zulfiqar Ali Langah Director Engineering & Minerals Division and Muhammad Yousuf, Assistant Manager and Secretary for the Sectoral Council were present on the occasion.

The chairmen and council members on Pharmaceuticals and Cosmetics were invited at TDAP HQ Sectoral Council on Pharmaceuticals to deliberate upon export enhancement strategies and main challenging areas which need to be addressed at policy level under federal government.

Adnan Hiran representing Pharmaceutical sectors and Osman Waheed and other key speakers attended sectoral meeting with discussed ideas with the Minister for Commerce Jam Kamal with their set of proposals which need to be addressed if exports from this sector is to be enhanced.

The Sectoral Council on Chemicals and Paint industry also attended meeting with Minister for Commerce at 12:30 at TDAP HQ, Karachi under the leadership of Mr Zubair Tufail. Mr Jai Ram representing Chemical sector made brief presentations to the Minister and put forward set of proposals on increase of exports from Pakistan.

Urgent steps being taken for industrial uplift of KP, says CM’s aide

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PESHAWAR, Aug 23 (APP): Advisor to KP CM on Finance and Inter-Provincial Coordination (IPC), Muzamil Aslam has said that urgent steps are being taken to make Khyber Pakhtunkhwa an industrial province, saying a Transmission and Grid Company has been established for the direct sale of hydropower to the industrial sector at cheap rates.

Addressing a function of Roadshow organized under the auspices of the Pakhtunkhwa Energy Development Organization (PEDO) here on Friday, he said that a long transmission line is being laid at Chakdra while a NEPRA model, provincial regulatory authority is also being established for the development of the energy sector in the province.

Besides, Secretary Energy Nisar Ahmad Khan, representatives of business community associated with the industrial sectors across the province participated in the event.

Under the model power plants in the province beside public sector will also be installed by the private investors as well and the province will now determine the rates of electricity generated.

He expressed concern over power load shedding and supply of expensive electricity to the province despite generating 600 mega-watt cheap hydropower and termed it as injustice. He said policy guidelines have been drafted for provision of facilities to the investors of energy sector and development of the industrial sector.

The implementation of the new policy guidelines will begin a new era of development and creation of new employment opportunities in the province.

The participants were told that Pakistan currently Pakistan has the hydropower generation capacity of 60,000 MW, of which 30,000 MW is in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.

Similarly, the country currently generates 10,625 MW of hydropower while 6,000 MW which is 60% of the hydropower production is being generated from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa while construction work is going on hydropower projects of 771 MW capacity including 40.8 MW of Koto Hydropower Project in Dir district and 11.8 MW of Karora Hydropower Project in Shangla are in the final stages of completion. The completion of these ongoing hydropower projects will earn another receipt of Rs.2.5 billion per annum for the province.

On this occasion, the representatives of the industrial sector expressed their keen interest in direct purchase of electricity at cheap rates and various suggestions and concerns were discussed at length.

During question-answer session, Chief Engineers PEDO Habibullah Shah and Aziz Bacha assured the participants of taking feasible steps for the development of the energy sector and especially for the rehabilitation of the industrial sector.

On this occasion, a detailed briefing was also given about the projects of the province’s own transmission and grid company and various proposals for the development of this important sector and the establishment of industrial units.

AC Hub hands over important medicines to MS of JGQH

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Ali Ali
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QUETTA, Aug 23 (APP):Assistant Commissioner (AC) Hub Muhammad Ali Durrani handed over necessary medicines to Medical Superintend (MS) of Jam Ghulam Qadir Hospital (JGQH) on Friday.
The medicines, including ringolact drips 1000 ml and 500 ml slime infusion and injection 18 cottons of 500 ml, were provided for JGQH by Otsuka Company.
The Assistant Commissioner Hub visited different wards of the Hospital. The MS briefed the AC about the provision of the health facilities to the patients in the hospital and other issues of it. He informed that the work of restoring the solar system of the hospital has also been started.
He said that these medicines would help in timely first medical aid in casualty section of the hospital.
The MS thanked the AC and the Otsuka Company for provision of the medicines to the hospital.
The AC said that measures were being taken to provide health facilities to people in the areas saying that it was duty of doctors to give treat patients in a better way.
He also assured the MS that he would take all possible measures to improve quality of health facilities.

CDA chairman directs swift implementation of Digital Parking Project

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ISLAMABAD, Aug 23 (APP):Chairman Capital Development Authority (CDA), Muhammad Ali Randhawa, on Friday instructed the authorities concerned to expedite the installation of hardware for the Digital Parking Project in Islamabad.
This directive comes after the development of software for the project.
The first phase of the project will focus on introducing digital parking in the city’s busiest markets and marakiz.
Chairman Randhawa was chairing a meeting emphasizing the importance of taking all stakeholders, particularly local traders, into confidence to ensure the project’s success.
He also directed that parking regulations and charges be finalized, drawing from experiences of other cities and international practices.
The revenue generated from digital parking will be utilized for the beautification, uplift, and repair/maintenance of markets and markiz.
Notably, Chairman Randhawa stressed the need to include a system that prioritizes senior citizens, women, and people with special needs in the digital parking project.
This move aims to enhance accessibility and convenience for vulnerable segments of society.
The swift implementation of the Digital Parking Project is expected to bring order and efficiency to Islamabad’s parking management, making the city a more livable and visitor-friendly space.

Shadman falls shorts of century as Pakistan bowlers dominate 

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ISLAMABAD, Aug 23 (APP):Opener Shadman Islam innings led Bangladesh to finish the third day’s play on 316 for five in the first Test against Pakistan at the Pindi Stadium, Rawalpindi.
Pakistan had declared the innings on 448 for six while Bangladesh were 27 for no loss in their first innings on the second day.
Shadman was cleaned up by fast bowler Mohammad Ali after scoring an impressive and elegant 93 at Bangladesh’s score of 199 for four. But the 98-run unbroken sixth wicket stand between Mushfiqur Rahim (55) and Litton Das (52) helped the tourists to reduce the first innings deficit to 132 runs with five wickets standing.
Mushfiqur’s 122-ball innings is studded with seven fours, while Litton has faced 58 balls and struck eight fours and a six.
The two batters took full advantage of the tired Pakistan bowlers in the final session of an extended play by hitting some delightful strokes as the visitors added 117 runs in 26 overs.
Shadman, who featured in two Bangladesh ‘A’ v Pakistan Shaheens four-day matches in Darwin, Australia, faced 183 balls and struck 12 fours. It was his third half-century in 14th Test.
Bangladesh had resumed their first innings at 27 for no loss and slipped to 53 for two before Shadman and Mominul Haque rebuilt the innings with a 94-run third wicket partnership. Mominul scored 50 off 76 balls with five fours, before his off stump was sent on a walk by Khurram Shahzad, who finished the day with two for 47.
Pakistan bowlers toiled on a hot day and on a surface that didn’t offer as much assistance as on the first day. Out of the 92 overs Bangladesh has faced to date, Pakistan’s spinners bowled 20 overs with Saim Ayub picking up a wicket in his first over in Test cricket by dismissing Shakib Al Hasan (15).
Fast bowler Naseem Shah has been the most expensive bowler of Bangladesh’s first innings to date with figures of 20-4-77-1. Shaheen Shah Afridi was wicketless in figures of 18-3-55-0, while Mohammad Ali had figures of 15-2-42-1.
Pakistan coach Azhar Mehmood said the match position is even at the moment. If we take early wickets on day 4 then we can get the match in our hands, he said.
He said the same team will be played in the second Test as well. We are playing a Test match after a gap of seven months. Our bowlers and fielding has the energy and I think everything is going in the right direction.
To a question, he said we want a wicket which can support all departments whether its spinners, batters, pacers in the second Test.
He said Shaheen Shah Afridi is playing Test cricket after a long time so his rhythm didn’t click that way but he’s our best bowler and we have Naseem Shah who had also come back from injury.
He said we can only win a Test match when we will take 20 wickets and we felt we can take them by relying on our pacers. We can include a spinner or more but we need to think how we get 20 wickets, he said.
He also lauded Khurram Shahzad saying he was the pick of the bowler on Day 3. The way he trapped Shadman was a good sign on how to follow on your plan, he said.
Amir Jamal and Salman Ali Agha both are good an all-rounders and Pakistan has a bright future. We have to patient and give chances to our all-rounders, he said.
Bangladesh’s Mominul Haque said spinners might get some turn and bounce on the pitch. As an opposition I believe in positive thinking and Litton Das is a classic batsman and hopefully we will come strong on Day 4, he said.
Scores in brief (day 3 of 5): Pakistan (1st innings) 448-6d (Mohammad Rizwan 171 not out, Saud Shakeel 141, Saim Ayub 56, Shaheen Shah Afridi 29 not out; Hasan Mahmud 2-70, Shoriful Islam 2-77.
Bangladesh (1st innings) 316-5, 92 overs (Shadman Islam 93, Mushfiqur Rahim 55, Litton Das 52, Mominul Haque 50; Khurram Shahzad 2-47).

Five-day anti-polio drive set to launch on Sept 9

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Ali Ali
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ISLAMABAD, Aug 23 (APP):Islamabad Capital Territory (ICT) Administration is set to launch a comprehensive five-day anti-polio campaign starting on September 9.
Deputy Commissioner Islamabad, Irfan Nawaz Memon on Friday chaired a meeting to review arrangements for upcoming anti-polio drive.
According to an ICT spokesman, the meeting was attended by District Health Officer (DHO) Dr. Zeem Zia, Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC) East and others.
The campaign will target vaccination of 421,455 children against polio across the region.
The primary phase will run from September 9 to September 13, with additional rounds on September 14 and 15 to ensure that any remaining children are vaccinated.
A key focus of the meeting was the security of the polio teams, who will conduct door-to-door visits to cover every area and household in the city. Citizens are urged to cooperate with the teams and ensure their children receive the necessary polio drops.
This initiative is part of Islamabad’s ongoing efforts to eradicate polio, aiming for full immunization coverage and a polio-free future.

Taraki k lye siasi istehkam k sath degar awamil ka hona zarori hai; Ahsan Iqbal

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Amjad Shafique
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PPP South Punjab leadership condemn attack on police

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Imran Munir
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MULTAN, Aug 23 (APP):President Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) South Punjab and Senior Vice President has condemned the attack on police party in which 12 embraced martyrdom at Rahim Yar Khan.
In a statement issued here on Friday, Makhdoom Ahmed Mehmood expressed deep sorrow over the incident. He said that the entire nation was deeply saddened by this tragedy and expresses heartfelt condolences and sympathy to the families of the martyrs.
He also prayed for the speedy recovery of the injured police personnel and prayed for the elevation of the ranks of the martyred personnel and patience for the families.
Senior Vice President PPP South Punjab Khawaja Rizwan Alam said that the police and law enforcement agencies rendered sacrifices for the eradication of terrorism and establishment of law and order in the country. He said that the blood of the martyred personnel will never go in vain.

IRC completes WASH Initiatives in Badin District strengthening community resilience

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ISLAMABAD, Aug 23 (APP):The International Rescue Committee (IRC) Pakistan marked a significant milestone on Friday with the inauguration of a rehabilitated large-scale water supply scheme and improved WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene) infrastructure in schools across the Badin district, Sindh.
These initiatives are a crucial component of IRC’s ongoing post-flood recovery efforts, aimed at supporting communities impacted by the devastating 2022 floods in Pakistan, a news release said.
The rehabilitated water supply scheme is set to benefit over 1,500 households, providing much-needed access to clean water that was severely disrupted by the floods. Key improvements include the solarization of the system, the installation of a high-efficiency water pump, the construction of accessible pathways for use during flooding, and the reinforcement of a retaining wall to protect the water sources. The Water Supply Scheme was inaugurated by Sabir Ali Memon, Director Technical PHED, and Yasmeen Shah, Member of the Provincial Assembly.
In his remarks, Sabir Ali Memon emphasized the importance of rehabilitating the water supply scheme for the resilience of the community.
He assured that with the scheme now handed over to PHED, its ongoing operations and maintenance would be prioritized, ensuring reliable access to clean water that will support the community’s health and development for years to come.
In addition, a rehabilitated WASH infrastructure at the Government Girls Primary School was also inaugurated. This includes the installation of a borehole with a solarized water pump, construction of pathways for accessibility, establishment of a boundary wall, and refurbishment of facilities. These improvements are crucial in promoting the health, hygiene, and educational outcomes for girls, addressing the challenges that often lead to school dropout rates due to inadequate WASH facilities.
Yasmeen Shah said: “Ensuring access to clean water and proper sanitation facilities is not just about improving health and hygiene; it’s about empowering girls to stay in school and achieve their full potential. This intervention by IRC is a significant step towards creating an environment where our children, especially girls, can thrive.”
Speaking at the inauguration ceremony, IRC Provincial Head Shama Shaikh underscored the vital importance of WASH infrastructure in mitigating community vulnerability to climate impacts.
She emphasized that such infrastructure plays a key role in addressing gender disparities, enhancing health and education outcomes, and fostering economic inclusion. She also highlighted that climate-resilient WASH infrastructure is crucial not only for preparedness against climate-induced disasters but also for driving sustainable community development.
Sanullah Leghari, representative from the Rural Development Foundation, emphasized that these initiatives were driven by the local community’s needs, and upon completion, the community will take ownership and sustain these facilities.
The 2022 floods in Pakistan were among the worst in history, affecting one in seven of the population, resulting in loss of lives, livelihoods, and homes. Through the Disaster Emergency Committee’s (DEC) financial support, the International Rescue Committee Pakistan has, over the past two years, improved access to essential services, including clean water and healthcare, and supported livelihood restoration through training and grants, with an emphasis on longer-term recovery and resilience.

Zaman Park clash: ATC remands PTI MPA in police custody

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Imran Munir
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LAHORE, Aug 23 (APP):An anti-terrorism court (ATC) on Friday handed over Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) MPA Sheikh Imtiaz to police on 10-day physical remand in Zaman Park clash case.
Earlier, the police produced the MPA before ATC Judge Irfan Haider and sought a 30-day physical remand. The investigation officer submitted that the accused was named in a supplementary statement and that his custody was required for recovery of clubs and a mobile phone. However, the MPA’s counsel opposed the remand plea, stating that the police had arrested his client in a fake case.
After hearing arguments from both parties, the court reserved its verdict on the remand plea for a short time.
Later, the court, announcing the verdict, handed the MPA over to the police on a 10-day physical remand and ordered his production upon the expiration of the remand term on December 2.
The Racecourse police had registered a case against Sheikh Imtiaz and other PTI activists on charges of clashing with the police during an operation for the arrest of the PTI founder at Zaman Park.
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