NEW YORK: Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar, in his address at the Climate Ambition Summit 2023 on the sidelines of the 78th session of the United Nations General Assembly, called upon the international community to offer financial and technical aid to developing nations, including Pakistan, in their endeavors to combat climate change. Prime Minister Kakar appealed to all nations, irrespective of their status or geographical location, to elevate their climate ambitions. He emphasized that the adverse impacts of climate change were becoming more frequent and severe, disproportionately affecting developing countries. Despite contributing less than one percent to global warming, Pakistan,…
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JHELUM: Jhelum police have taken disciplinary action against three officers for their alleged involvement in facilitating the escape of a British national accused of fraud. The officers are also accused of physically assaulting the detainee. The incident began with a complaint filed by Hassan Butt against Shoaib Ahmad, a British citizen, at the City police station. Butt claimed that Ahmad had rented a car from him but instead of returning it, he had sold it in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Additionally, Ahmad and his associates were accused of removing the car’s tracking devices, with video evidence supporting this claim. Subsequently, the police…
ISLAMABAD: There has been a 0.25% decrease in the weekly inflation rate, as measured by the Sensitive Price Indicator (SPI). However, on an annual basis, inflation has surged to 26.27%. According to the Federal Bureau of Statistics report, the category most affected by inflation is the one with a monthly income ranging from Rs 29,518 to Rs 44,175. For this group, the inflation rate remained at 29.27%. The report highlights that during the past week, the prices of several essential items witnessed fluctuations. Tomatoes saw an increase of 4.29%, garlic rose by 4.21%, bread prices went up by 3.92%, onions…
QUETTA: A blast occurred in Mastung, Balochistan on Thursday, injuring Hafiz Hamdullah, a prominent leader of the Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam Fazl (JUI-F). According to initial reports, the explosion took place in the vicinity of a vehicle, causing injuries to both Hamdullah and several others. In response, the police swiftly arrived at the scene and secured the area to investigate the incident. Mustang Deputy Commissioner Abdul Razzaq Sasoli confirmed that several individuals were harmed in the Mastung blast, with three, including Hafiz Hamdullah, being transferred to a hospital in Quetta. It was reported that Hamdullah received initial medical assistance in Mastung before…
SUKKUR: Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, the Chairman of the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP), has said that terrorists from Afghanistan were permitted to enter Pakistan during Imran Khan’s leadership. He spoke with reporters and pointed out that there appeared to be a deliberate plan to allow these terrorists to establish themselves in Pakistan once more. He questioned whether Imran Khan and former intelligence chief Lt Gen (retd) Faiz Hameed were aware of the potential for these militants to once again target Pakistan’s armed forces. Bilawal Bhutto Zardari remarked that it is estimated how dangerous the policy of PTI Chairman was. Imran Khan…
BADIN: Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, the Chairman of the Pakistan Peoples’ Party (PPP) and former Foreign Minister, has emphasized that elections should be held within 90 days as per constitutional requirements. Speaking to the media during his visit to different areas of Sindh for condolence with party leaders, he stated that the election schedule has not been announced yet. To a question about Asif Ali Zardari’s statement in support of the ECP regarding delimitation, the PPP chairman said that he was bound by the party’s CEC’s decision, adding that he is bound to follow Zardari’s directives on domestic issues, but political…
KARACHI: An anti-terrorism court (ATC) in Karachi has sent PTI leader Haleem Adil Sheikh to jail on judicial remand on Wednesday. The Karachi police presented Sheikh in the ATC amid tight security on the completion of one-day physical remand in the police vehicle burning case. During the hearing, the judge asked the investigation officer to submit challan in the case. The police told the court that a case was already registered against Mr Sheikh and others at the Mobina Town town police station. The IO sought the PTI’s leader’s further physical remand, which the court rejected and sent Mr Sheikh…
MUZAFFARABAD: The people in seven districts of Azad Kashmir, including Kotli, Tuesday took streets and observed shutter-down against inflation, high electricity bills and taxes. Throughout Azad Kashmir, thousands of protesters held rallies and staged sit-ins in many cities. All major and minor roads across the state remained closed. Additionally, all types of transportation were suspended for Kotli, Mirpur, and Poonch divisions. Citizens vehemently protested against the government and the electricity supply company, vowing to continue their demonstrations until their demands are met. The Public Action Committee organized protests in seven districts, including Shaheed Chowk. All organizations, including traders, transporters, lawyers,…
QUETTA: On Monday, a tragic incident unfolded in Balochistan’s Gwadar as a helicopter belonging to the Pakistan Navy met with a catastrophic crash, resulting in the loss of three precious lives. The Pakistan Navy’s spokesperson confirmed that among the victims were two officers and a soldier. The ill-fated helicopter was engaged in a routine training flight when the unfortunate accident occurred. Preliminary findings suggest that the crash might have been caused by a technical malfunction, although a thorough investigation is now underway to determine the exact cause. In response to this tragedy, the Pakistan Navy has initiated an official investigation…
RAWALPINDI: A civilian was killed when Indian Army resorted to unprovoked firing in Nikial Sector, in Azad Jammu and Kashmir on Monday. According to ISPR, the Indian Army targeted innocent civilians, which resulted in martyrdom of an old aged (60 years) individual named Ghias, resident, of Village Oli, District Kotli and traumatized three women while cutting grass in the fields. This blatant Indian aggression is a clear violation of existing Ceasefire Understandings, the ISPR said. “Pakistan desires peace and tranquility at its borders, however all necessary measures will be taken to protect the life and property of our citizens. Any…
