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PWPA organises seminar on digital literacy at PU

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Imran Munir
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LAHORE, Aug 21 (APP):In a seminar organised by the Punjab Women Protection Authority (PWPA) at Punjab University, Chairperson Hina Parvez Butt and Lady Marieme Jamme, CEO of “I Am The Code,” highlighted the vision of Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz to empower women.
The event marked the official launch of the “I Am The Code Pakistan” chapter at the university’s Social Work Department.
PWPA Chairperson Hina Parvez Butt emphasized that this initiative is a crucial step towards enhancing digital literacy and gender equality in Pakistan. The program aims to equip women and girls with digital literacy and coding skills, supporting their empowerment.
Hina Butt also noted that safeguarding women in educational and workplace settings is a key priority for Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz. A campaign in collaboration with “I Am The Code” will be launched to educate female students about their rights, with the goal of empowering families through the empowerment of women.
Lady Marieme Jamme praised the enthusiasm and achievements of Pakistani women in various fields and expressed her pride in supporting women’s empowerment in the country.
The seminar saw active participation from Punjab University’s female students.

ASI among 3 cops suspended for ‘corruption’

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Imran Munir
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FAISALABAD, Aug 21 (APP):City Police Officer (CPO) Kamran Adil has suspended three policemen including an Assistant Sub Inspector (ASI) over abuse of power and corruption charges.
A spokesman said here on Wednesday that the police officials of Madina Town police station including ASI Qaim Din, Constable Amir Hussain and Constable Rizwan had allegedly implicated a citizen Dr Fahad in an illicit weapon holding case and detained his friend in illegal confinement. Later, they released the victims after receiving Rs. 200,000.
After receiving complaints of corruption and abuse of powers, the CPO Faisalabad took strict notice and suspended the ASI and both constables. Further departmental action was under progress, spokesman added.

Pakistan mey akletou ko barabri ki bunyad pr haqoq hasil hai, Rana Mashood Ahmed

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Amjad Shafique
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‘Maryam Ki Dastak’ to facilitate people: AC

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Imran Munir
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SIALKOT, Aug 21 (APP):Assistant Commissioner (AC) Sialkot Anum Babar has said that under the ‘Maryam Ki Dastak’ program, citizens would not need to go around the offices of Punjab government to obtain birth certificate, marriage certificate, death certificate, vehicle transfer and other facilities. Call the helpline 1202 and the Dastak Facilitator will be at your doorstep, she added.
The AC said that due to this programme, the youth have got the opportunity of decent employment, for this the age of the facilitator must be 18 years and inter pass.
The AC said that one could register onself as a facilitator ‘Maryam Ki Dastak’ on the following Android Mobile Phone App https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=pk.pitb.gov.dastak.
She said, “Now your tasks will be done at home by calling helpline 1202. The Dastak Facilitator will reach your home to help you.”

Skill development program to help people become financially self-reliant: Rubina

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Imran Munir
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KARACHI, Aug 21 (APP):BISP Chairperson Rubina Khalid announced on Wednesday the resumption of the skill development program focused on human resource development under BISP. She stated that this initiative would not only help people become financially self-reliant but also contribute to improving the economy.
She made these remarks while speaking to the media after a meeting at the Benazir Income Support Program (BISP) Provincial headquarters.
Rubina Khalid urged officers to collaborate with renowned institutions providing training in handicraft design to ensure participants receive certifications meeting modern global standards. This, she said, would facilitate employment opportunities abroad and boost foreign exchange earnings.
The Chairperson praised the performance of BISP staff, noting their dedication despite limited resources.
In response to a question, Khalid criticized the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government for neglecting the health sector in the province. She said that government hospitals were ignored while private hospitals benefited from the Sehat Card scheme. She also noted the provincial government’s failure to maintain peace in the region, reversing progress achieved through significant sacrifices.
Earlier, BISP Director General Sindh, Usman Azam, briefed the Chairperson on BISP’s performance. The meeting was attended by BISP Director General Headquarters Islamabad Naveed Akbar and other officials.

Super Blue Moon 2024: Top Photos from Around the World

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Iqra Yousaf Iqra Yousaf
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Nine gamblers arrested during operation

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Imran Munir
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RAWALPINDI, Aug 21 (APP):Police have arrested nine gamblers and recovered stake money Rs 14,700, and seven mobile phones from their possession during a crackdown on Wednesday.
According to the police spokesman, Gujjar Khan police raided and arrested the gamblers who were identified as Zubair, Wajid, Altaf, Mozaal, Nasir, Ilyas, Naeem, Taheed, and Nisar. Police have registered separate cases against all of them and further investigation was in progress.
SP Saddar Muhammad Nabil Khokhar appreciated the performance of the police team and emphasized that the arrested accused will be presented in court with solid evidence. He also noted that gambling is the root cause of other

Toshakhana case: IHC dimisses PTI founder, Bushra Bibi’s pleas against arrest

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Kamran Muraad
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ISLAMABAD, Aug 21 (APP):The Islamabad High Court (IHC) on Wednesday dismissed a petition challenging the arrest of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaaf (PTI) founder and Bushra Bibi in the Toshakhana case, following the National Accountability Bureau’s (NAB) filing of a reference in the accountability court.
A division bench of the Islamabad High Court, consisting of Justice Miangul Hassan Aurangzeb and Justice Babar Sattar, heard the petitions challenging the arrests of PTI founder and Bushra Bibi in connection with the Toshakhana case.
During the hearing, PTI’s lawyer Salman Safdar and NAB prosecutors Rafeh Maqsood and Umair Majeed presented their arguments.
The NAB prosecutor informed the court that a reference regarding the Toshakhana case had already been filed in the accountability court. This development, he argued, granted the right to seek post-arrest bail.
Salman Safdar, representing the PTI founder, contended that the court had previously stated that the call-up notices in the case were unclear.
The court questioned the prosecution on several points, including the validity of the call-up notices and the fundamental rights at stake.
After hearing the arguments, the court dismissed the petitions as ineffective, allowing the arrests to stand under the current legal framework.

WAPDA presents cash award of Rs 5 million to  Arshad Nadeem

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ISLAMABAD, Aug 21 (APP): WAPDA presented a cash award of Rs. 5 million to its athlete Arshad Nadeem on his historic performance in Paris Olympics 2024.

Chairman WAPDA Engr Lt Gen Sajjad Ghani (Retd), who is also Patron-in-Chief of WAPDA Sports Board gave away the cash award to Arshad Nadeem in a ceremony arranged by WAPDA Sports Board in his honour at WAPDA Auditorium, WAPDA House.

Cash awards were also given to WAPDA’s Nooh Dastagir on winning gold medal for Pakistan in the Strongman Games 2024 held at Uzbekistan; and Sybil Sohail, Veronika Sohail and Twinkle Sohail on winning gold medals in the Classic Powerlifting Championship 2024 held at South Africa.

A large number of renowned WAPDA sportspersons, Member (Finance), Member (Water), Member (Power), Secretary WAPDA/GM (Admin) and President WAPDA Sports Board attended the ceremony.

Congratulating him on winning the first-ever Olympic gold medal in athletics for Pakistan, the Chairman said that Arshad Nadeem had made the nation proud. “Nations and their sports rise and fall together, which is why, WAPDA has been making significant contribution for promotion of sports in Pakistan for more than half a century”, he added.

Representing Pakistan in international events, WAPDA sportspersons have been bringing laurels to the county, he said. They won 44 gold medals, 15 silver medals and 22 bronze medals in individual and team events at various international championships, which included Commonwealth Games, Islamic Solidarity Games, Asian Games, etc. during the last two years, the Chairman further said.

Speaking on the occasion, Arshad Nadeem thanked WAPDA Sports Board for arranging the ceremony. Highlighting the contribution for well-being of sports persons, he said that WAPDA Sports Board has not only helped groom him but also hundreds of other players by providing them employment opportunities and imparting training at its sports facilities across the country.

It is important to note that WAPDA is the largest employer of sportspersons in Pakistan, as about 1900 players and sports officials are associated with various units of WAPDA Sports Board. WAPDA has 66 teams in all – 36 of men and 30 of women. At present, WAPDA is national champion in 36 and runners-up in 21 games.

DPO Mohmand holds Darbar to resolve issues of policemen

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Imran Munir
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PESHAWAR, Aug 21 (APP):District Police Officer (DPO) Mohmand, Osama Amin Cheema held a weekly Darbar in his office, where he listened to the grievances and issues of police officers and personnel from various police stations and checkpoints in the district.
The Darbar was attended by high-ranking officials, including DSP Headquarters Liaqat Ali and other officers.
During the meeting, the DPO resolved several issues, including transfer and posting, non-attendance, and salary suspension, on a priority basis. He issued orders to the concerned officers to address the genuine concerns of the police personnel.
The weekly Darbar is a part of the DPO’s efforts to ensure transparency and accountability within the police department. It provides a platform for police officers and personnel to raise their concerns and grievances, which are then addressed promptly.
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