Author: Sajjad Ali

ISLAMABAD: Hamdard University Islamabad Campus is organizing the 1st International Conference on Health Sciences, focusing on “Innovation and Resilience in Healthcare System Sustainability; Insights from Eastern Medicine, Nutritional and Pharmaceutical Sciences.” The conference will be held on February 14 and 15, 2024, and is being spearheaded by the Faculty of Eastern Medicine. The conference aims to provide a platform for scholars, researchers, and practitioners from diverse backgrounds to share insights, exchange knowledge, and foster collaborations in the critical areas of health sciences. With a focus on innovation and resilience, the conference will explore the intersections of Eastern Medicine, Nutritional Sciences,…

ISLAMABAD: Accountability Court Judge Muhammad Bashir hearing alleged corruption cases against PTI Founder Imran Khan has requested leave until his retirement in March 2024 on Saturday. According to sources, Judge Muhammad Bashir has submitted a letter to the Islamabad High Court and the Ministry of Law and Justice, seeking leave on medical grounds until his scheduled retirement on March 14 of this year. The letter, received by the high court and the law ministry, indicates that Judge Bashir has asked for leave from January 24 to March 14 due to health reasons, as per sources. Muhammad Bashir is hearing the…

KARACHI: The Counter Terrorism Department (CTD) conducted a raid in Karachi on Saturday, claiming the arrest of a high-profile terrorist linked to the attack on Mufti Taqi Usmani. CTD officials, in collaboration with other law enforcement forces, carried out the operation in Soldier Bazar area, apprehending Syed Mehdi, a notorious terrorist associated with a hostile agency. During the interrogation, the arrested individual revealed that he provided target details to his accomplices, Raza Jafri and Abid Raza, both actively engaged in orchestrating and executing lethal attacks. A spokesperson disclosed that the arrested individual was found harboring arms and ammunition sourced from…

LAHORE: The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has initiated the process of issuing postal ballot papers for the 2024 general elections scheduled for February 8, 2024. As per the ECP, eligible individuals are required to complete the postal ballot casting procedure by January 22. The application form for the postal ballot can be downloaded from the official website. Upon receiving the postal ballot, voters are to submit their votes to the District Returning Officer (DRO) within the specified timeframe. The ECP is actively engaged in comprehensive preparations to ensure seamless arrangements across the country. In an effort to guarantee robust…

RAWALPINDI:  An anti-terrorism court of Rawalpindi on Saturday deferred hearing of appeals for bail of the PTI founder, former foreign minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi and chief of Awami Muslim League (AML) Sheikh Rashid Ahmed without any proceedings. The three leaders had filed appeals in the anti-terrorism court in 12 cases relating to May 9 tragedy. In the previous hearing, the court had sought record from the SHOs of all the 12 police stations relating to cases. As ATC Judge Malik Ijaz Asif was on leave, the proceedings on the appeals were deferred till January 24. In this regard, investigation teams…

Pakistani cricketer Shoaib Malik revealed his second marriage with renowned actress Sana Javed in an intimate ceremony held today (Saturday). “Alhamdullilah. And We created you in pairs,” expressed the 41-year-old cricketer on his Instagram account. Following the announcement, Sana Javed promptly updated her Instagram bio to “Sana Shoaib Malik.” https://twitter.com/realshoaibmalik/status/1748588432366936242 The newlywed pair shared images capturing their special day, both adorned in coordinated outfits. Shoaib Malik donned a white ‘Sherwani’ complemented by a golden embroidered shawl, while Sana looked elegant in a beige-colored Lehanga paired with green and gold jewelry. Notably, both were seen wearing wedding bands in the shared…

MIR ALI: Four bodies were recovered in the Mir Ali area of North Waziristan on Saturday, amidst a backdrop of increasing terrorism incidents and the imminent general elections that will shape Pakistan’s governance for the next five years. Authorities, as of now, have been unable to identify the recovered bodies, which have been transported to the Tehsil Headquarters Hospital (THQ) in Mir Ali. The bodies were found near two parked vehicles, one of which was loaded with vegetables, prompting a swift response from the police upon receiving the information. Mir Ali, situated 12 kilometers east of Miran Shah, serves as the…

LAHORE: The Lahore High Court on Friday issued orders to impose fines on cafes operating late into the night in residential areas. Justice Shahid Karim made this decision during the hearing of petitions, including one filed by Haroon Farooq, regarding inadequate measures to address smog. During the proceedings, a member of the Judicial Water and Environment Commission highlighted that numerous cafes in the Johar Town area were violating the prescribed operating hours. The assistant commissioner of Model Town also reported delays in the closure of these cafes. Expressing concern over the situation, the court directed the imposition of a Rs200,000…

The Palestinian Red Crescent accused Israel on Friday of firing at a hospital in Khan Younis, putting the few remaining healthcare facilities in jeopardy amid a major advance in the southern Gaza Strip. Displaced individuals were reportedly injured due to intense gunfire from Israeli drones targeting Al-Amal Hospital and the Red Crescent’s base. The military stated that it was checking the report. In the same city, Israeli tanks were approaching Nasser, Gaza’s largest functioning hospital, with reports of shellfire from the west and fierce gun battles to the south. Israel initiated a significant advance in Khan Younis this week, aiming…

The Islamabad High Court has disposed of the petition against the harassment of Baloch protesters and ordered to provide facilities to them. Justice Mohsin Akhtar Kayani, presiding over the Islamabad High Court, concluded the application with specific directives. The court mandated security provision for Baloch protesters advocating for the recovery of missing individuals. Expressing dissatisfaction, the court rebuked the advocate general for attempting to discuss the Pakistan-Iran dispute. “I would like to present a USB device containing the press conference of Mahrang Baloch,” stated the Advocate General. Justice Kayani responded, stating that press conferences were a daily occurrence, and he…