OVER 100 KILLED IN ISRAEL BOMBING OF GA Z A SCHOOL
active Hamas and Islamic Jihad military facility Lieutenant Colonel Nadav Shoshani said on X He added that casualty figures given by the Gaza media office do not align with the information held by the IDF (Israeli Defence Forces), the precise munitions used and the accuracy of the strike”
The military insisted it had taken steps to reduce the risk of harming civilians including the use of precise munitions, aerial surveillance, and intelligence information
It did not immediately comment on the casualty reports from Gaza A spokesperson for Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas, Nabil Abu Rudeineh, urged Israel’s ally Washington to put an end to the “blind support that leads to the killing of thousands of innocent civilians including children women and the elderly Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif strongly condemned the Israeli strike and said that the attack upon a children s school was barbarity which had no historical precedent “Israel has crossed all limits in its open aggression the PM Office said in a press release
The prime minister called upon the international community, including the United Nations, to take practical steps to stop the ongoing Israeli aggression He reiterated Pakistan’s demand to hold Israeli leadership and its armed forces accountable for the genocide of Palestinians and war crimes Israel should be given strict punishment for its gruesome crimes, he said and stressed upon implementation of the International Court of Justice’s (ICJ) verdict against Israel
PSX’S POSITIVE MOMENTUM LIKELY TO CONTINUE AMID FAVORABLE
PMD PREDICTS MORE RAIN IN MOST PARTS OF COUNTRY
from Saturday A westerly wave was affecting
parts of the country The PMD has warned that heavy rains may generate flash flooding in local nullahs/streams of Murree Galliyat
Islamabad Rawalpindi Sialkot Narowal Jhelum, Gujrat, Gujranwala, Mandi Bahauddin, Lahore, Hafizabad, Mansehra, Abbottabad, Kohistan, Dir, Swat, Shangla, Nowshera Mardan Swabi Kohat Karak and Kashmir till August 11
Heavy downpour may cause urban flooding in low-lying areas of Islamabad/Rawalpindi, Gujranwala, Mandi
Is PTI’s women’s reser ved seat candidate Sanam Javed going to be arrested again soon?
NEWS DESK
An Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) in Lahore has issued bailable arrest warrants for Sanam Javed a well-known activist associated with the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) The ATC was presiding over a case concerning charges of rioting and arson, which had been filed at
Bahauddin Lahore Sheikhupura Kasur Sialkot, Sargodha, Faisalabad, Mardan, Nowshera and Peshawar
Landslides may cause road closure at the vulnerable hilly areas of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Murree Galliyat Kashmir and Gilgit-Baltistan during the forecast period
During the last 24 hours rainwind/thundershower occurred at isolated places in North Balochistan, Punjab, Upper Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and southeast Sindh Hot and humid weather prevailed over other parts of the country Nokkundi remained the hottest place in the country on Friday with temperature surging up to 46 degrees Celsius
s ta f f r e p o r t
A significant milestone in Pakistan's journey towards digital excellence has been launched with the Huawei Train The Trainer (TTT) Certificate Distribution
Ceremony Under the dynamic leadership of Honorable Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif, Huawei has designed an extensive training program to empower 300,000 students across the nation This initiative is a crucial part of Pakistan s broader digital transformation efforts aiming to elevate ICT education and skills nationwide The TTT program, a collaborative endeavor between Huawei and various ICT academies across Pakistan, is designed to address the growing need for advanced ICT skills By focusing on training trainers
in the country; the quality and professionalisation of teaching and teacher education; and in-service education and continuing teacher professional development Section B deals with teaching in the classroom teaching and teacher education in the post-pandemic era; language of teaching and teacher education; gender and
the teaching profession; changing teaching practice: resilience of beliefs; teacher education for diversity special needs and inclusion; and recommendations and a way forward
Most importantly, the book advocates the need for introducing digital literacy and technology-oriented teaching practices in teacher education programmes Policy-maker are urged to facilitate access to digital resources and infrastructure, particularly in rura and underprivileged areas, to prepare and develop a technologically advanced teaching workforce
The last paragraph of the book does not merely highlight its arch-contentions it also makes pragmatic but viable recommendations to ameliorate and upgrade the lot of teaching profession that will in turn positively impact the quality of education It would be instructive here to quote its contents for the larger benefit of the reader: “One important lesson is that elevating the quality of teaching and the state of education necessitates recognizing the resilience creativity and unwavering dedication of teachers in their mission to improve the lives of their students, children, and the youth of Pakistan Teachers should not be perceived as passive recipients of policies and reforms they are the driving force behind the dynamics of teaching and learning at the grassroots level Therefore the voice and active participation of teachers in decision-making processes are imperative for enhancing the status of the teaching profession and, ultimately, the quality of education ” All said the book is a welcome addition to the existing stock of books on the subject of teaching and teacher education in Pakistan It would be worthwhile to place it on the shelves of libraries of institutions dealing with the subject for the guidance and enlightenment of the policy-makers and the intending as well as practising professionals in the field
A throw to gold
Arshad Nadeem's gold medal should lead to a boost in athletics
JAVELIN thrower Arshad Nadeem has won the gold medal in his event at the Paris Olympics but there is every danger of this being just a flash in the pan After all, this is not the first time that Pakistan had had an exceptional athlete, when it had that exceptional middle-distance runner Muhammad Younus who won a gold medal at the 1974 Asian Games not to mention his silver in the preceding games and bronze in the succeeding games He did not win an Olympic medal but he was a role model in a sport that involved no equipment at all while Arshad’s does require a javelin
Arshad finally won Olympic gold after having competed at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics where he had the distinction of being the first Pakistani to qualify for the final of his event The more usual fate of Pakistani athletes, both male and female, could be seen from the fate of the rest of the Paris contingent which has been elimination at the heats stage Until 1984 Pakistan only won Olympic medals in men s field hockey, and that was the last time Pakistan reached an Olympic victory stand Pakistani hockey has gone into an apparently irretrievable decline The 1970s seemed more promising than today, with Younus running, the cricket team improving, squash about to enter a new era with Jahangir Khan and Jansher However it now seems to have gone all awry and while cricket and squash have been included at the next Olympics, Pakistan does not have any chances of a medal in those sports Arshad has shown that there is talent aplenty and that some few gifted individuals can defy the odds to produce amazing results, but still, there would be greater efforts by the authorities to provide an enabling environment
Breaking a 40-year medal drought
How do we protect women?
was burnt alive with her spouse s corpse and many more Some of them are not practised now but the present issues which the women in India are
D r Z a fa r K h a n S a f Da r
WITH Arshad Nadeem Pakistan has made history at the Paris 2024 Olympics by clinching the gold medal in the javelin throw His remarkable throw of 92 97 metres not only secured him the top honour but also set a new Olympic record This outstanding achievement marks a resurgence of Olympic excellence for Pakistan reviving its illustrious tradition of gold medal victories after decades The history of the Olympics is a fascinating journey through time, showcasing the evolution of sports and international unity, beginning with ancient Greece’s first
and the 1980 Moscow and 1984 Los Angeles Olympics and the Games have evolved by incorporating new sports advanced technology and addressing social isues thereby increasing global causes visibility Pakistan first participated in the Olympic Games in 1948, following its independence from British rule Pakistan sent a team to the London Olympics, competing in athletics, wrestling, and field hockey Pakistan has made several notable achievements including winning its first gold medal in field hockey at the 1960 Rome Olympics which was followed by gold medals in 1968 at Mexico City 1984 at Los Angeles, and a silver medal in 1956 at Melbourne Wrestling, with notable wrestler Mohammad Bashir winning a bronze medal in 1960 Rome, has also been a strong sport for Pakistan Pakistan has also participated in weightlifting swimming and athletics The International Olympic Committee has recently included squash to the list of five sports that will compete in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics,
cases One of the most highlighted
cases of India occurred in 2012 in Delhi in which the 23-year old Nirbhaya a physiotherapy intern was tortured, gang raped and beaten in a private bus, after which she died There are a million of rape cases like Nirbhaya reported in India annually In 2016 an Indian army lady officer was sexually harassed by her senior officer This is the situation of India that even their forces lady officers are not safe then how are the Kashmiri innocent women safe in the hands of Indian armed forces? Although rape is not committed in India only but the ratio of rape in India is very high as compared to the rest of the world In 1948 in Indian-occupied Kashmir the biggest victim of this barbaric siege were the Kashmiri women After the oc-
cupation by the India armed forces of Kashmir, the rape of Kashmiri girls and women by Indian armed forces are become more frequent or increased The rapes occur during the raids and in search operations According to some sources every year 600-700 rape cases are cpmmitted by Indian armed forces in Indian occupied Kashmir These rapes were committed on gunpoint in front of the families, and most of the cases are not reported in media or in the police station Due to the imposition of the discriminatory law in Indian-Occupied Kashmir Indian armed forces have the impunity to do whatever they want to do against the innocent Kashmiris Indian armed forces used rape as a weapon of war as well as pleasure One of the worst “Mass Rape” case was seen in February, 1991, during the so-called search operation in the two villages of Indian-Occupied Kashmir named Kunan- Poshpora around 50 girls and women were raped by the Indian armed forces between the ages of nine to 80 years old in front of their families This was the worst assault in women s history
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s a n d i n t e r n a t i o n a l d o c t r i n e s t h a t p r o t e c t w o m e n i n c o n f l i c t z o n e s , e n s u r i n g t h e y c a n l i v e w i t h o u t t h e c o n s t a n t t h r e a t o f p h y s i c a l a s s a u l t O n l y t h r o u g h s u s t a i n e d a n d c o l l e c t i v e e f f o r t s c a n w e h o p e t o e r a d i c a t e t h i s t y r a n n y a n d s e c u r e a f u t u r e w h e r e a l l w o m e n c a n l i v e f r e e l y a n d s a f e l y
The world has changed now, but the women’s situation in Indian-Occupied Kashmir is the same: still she is considered a commodity and rape is used as a weapon of war or pleasure Here the questions arise when this tyranny ends? Who will come and rescue them? Or do we need any kind of rape doctrine to impose on war prone areas for the safety of women The global community must confront these atrocities and work towards ending the systemic violence against women The plight of Kashmiri women like that of countless others worldwide demands urgent action It is imperative to implement stringent measures and international doctrines that protect women in conflict zones, ensuring they can live without the constant threat of physical assault Only through sustained and collective efforts can we hope to eradicate this tyranny and secure a future where all women can live freely and safely
The writer can be reached at Minal hussain997@gmail com
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The Climate-Development Nexus in Gilgit-Baltistan
Climate change is the major driver
Tthe centre of attention for many empires particularly the British and Chinese During the Han dynasty (202 BCE –220 CE) the Chinese extended their market to central Asia through the Silk Road Trade route, the road passed by the region now known as Gilgit-Baltistan, connecting China with the Indian sub-continent and the Persian empire The seventh century was marked as the Tang dynasty engaged in several military campaigns to secure the trade route including a battle with the Tibetan empire The region had been a site for power struggles for local power and empires vying for dominance in the region In 1877 the
Raj following potential threats from Soviet aggression With the partition of India the case of GB became more complex as the region now has a disputed status under the UN charter However, the Gilgit Scouts, led by the architect of the liberation movement of GB Colonel Mirza Hasan Khan rebelled against Dogras rule and finally GB declared allegiance to Pakistan Since Independence the fate of GB has been a mystery and remains unsung The political identity of GB is disputed, creating an identity crisis and marginalization The region has been home to vast natural resources from its snow-capped mountains in which nestle globally invaluable minerals and glaciers to its rich biodiversity and unmatched natural beauty, all these attributes make GB Heaven on Earth
lease agreement according to which the region came under direct control of the British
The region, due to its natural beauty and unparalleled landscape attracts billions of tourists every year In 2022 according to GB s government more than two million tourists visited GB Also in 2023 the tourism department reported that over 9,000 foreign tourists, including paragliders and trekkers in open zones, explored GB, and the revenue collected through issuing permits to climbers was Rs 40 5 million \ The boost and unprecedented surge of the tourism industry is mainly driven by the region s peaceful and secure environment the construction of the Jaglot-Skardu road, the Nalter expressway, and the Gilgit-Ghizer expressway, and the upgradation of Skardu
The resilient infrastructure after checking feasibility and environmental impact assessment is utterly a need and must be addressed in every development project The eco-tourism promotion is impossible for GB and Pakistan, and without balancing the development with an ecosystem, the present and future will remain at stake More avenues for renewable energy sources must be explored and studied as the region has potential water bodies and the Indus Rivers pass through GB Maximum power could be generated and electric bikes or vehicles should be encouraged in such regions
Airport to an International Airport However, all these developments are linked to global climate change phenomena The region’s topography is vulnerable and prone to natural disasters like flash floods mudflow landsliding, rising temperature, and the rapid meltdown of glacier bodies in GB threatening the local communities, infrastructure, and biodiversity
A study reveals that over the past few decades the glacier bodies ahrunk in size by 10-15 percent in GB One prominent incident was landsliding in Attabad Hunza in 2010 which resulted in the blocking of the Hunza River flow, the event displaced thousands and submerged villages A UNDP report states that GB hosts more than 7000 glaciers and over the past few decades the process of melting of these glaciers has increased leading to the formation of glacier akes Till now GB hosts about 3044 glacier lakes out of which UNDP declares 33 glaciers lakes “the most vulnerable” and which could affect 7 1 million people in GB and KPK
The most important and strategic roads in GB which are the Karakoram Highway and the Jaglot-Skardu road are still vulnerable to natural disasters Many incidents of natural disasters have occurred claiming numerous casualties and bringing supply chains throughout GB under suspension raising demand for essential commodities like daily necessities or kitchen needs and fuel subsequently the prices
the province and with Pakistan hampers
and reports of several incidents now and then also raise concerns
The Tories have created an Islamophobic cesspit
Labour must share some of the guilt
The question we should all be asking is: how did bigotr y against Muslims become so widespread, acceptable and mainstream in B ritain? There are obvious c ulprits
S top gaslighting us: There is racist rot at the hear t of the
within, and Muslim migrants and refugees as hostile invaders The Tories have created an
anti-Muslim prejudice within the party that she says exists from the grassroots all the way up to the top But ignoring Labour s role – past and present – in making Muslims a stigmatised, caricatured and feared minority would be an assault on the truth It was Labour that embroiled Britain in the calamities of Iraq and Afghanistan in which western violence slaughtered thousands of Muslims That radicalised a minority of Muslims, but because a discussion about foreign policy was treated as verboten, this was framed as an inherent problem within Islam itself “Many millions” of Muslims simply had a viewpoint that was “fundamentally incompatible with the modern world declared Tony Blair When, in 2006, the Labour cabinet minister Jack Straw declared he was uncomfortable speaking to Muslim women wearing a veil, calling it “a visible statement of separation and of difference” it triggered days of
New Labour s clampdown on civil liberties legitimised Islamophobia Amnesty Interna-
m strategy Prevent: Islamophobic stereotypes
associating Muslims with extremism or terrorism have played a major role in referrals to Prevent What of Keir Starmer ’s Labour? When, in the 2021 Batley and Spen byelection, a senior Labour official briefed the Mail on Sunday that the party was haemorrhaging Muslim support because of antisemitism the party s deputy leader Angela Rayner promised an inquiry: Labour has yet to confirm this has happened When the broadcaster Trevor Phillips was readmitted by Labour after being suspended under Jeremy Corbyn for among other things calling Muslims “a nation within a nation many Muslims felt they had been sent a message In 2020, the Labour Muslim Network found a quarter of Muslim members had directly experienced Islamophobia in the party – in 2022, almost half of them said they believed Starmer had dealt with Islamophobia very badly More recently when predominantly Muslim councillors quit Labour in disgust at the party s position on Israel s unfolding genocide, one official briefed it was shaking off the fleas Some in Labour, too, partook in the widespread demonisation of Gaza protesters as a dangerous rabble which inevitably focused attention on their Muslim contingent Actions consequences Bigotry against Muslims has long been normalised in this country: from the poison pen of the Daily Mail columnist to the genteel liberal Islington dinner party The guilt of the British right is without doubt but Labour has its own profound questions to answer As the party of government it is now charged with ridding society of the demonstrably dangerous cancer of anti-Muslim hate: but to succeed, it must look within its own ranks, too
T ime to bring back smuggled money
According
IN 2021 an infamous governmentbacked report the Sewell Commission claimed that the UK was a model for other White-majority countries on issues of race equality Much to the consternation of many anti-racists the report found that there was scant evidence of institutional racism in the UK
Just three years later this model country is gaining international attention as far-right thugs intimidate, harass and attack people of colour As hotels housing people seeking asylum are torched and Nazi salutes are being thrown in the air across the country the UK is anything but a beacon of equality some would like us to believe
The violence that has long been simmering under the surface has finally reared its ugly head As the Runnymede Trust warned this is what happens when the scapegoating of migrants and people seeking asylum gains full sponsorship by mainstream political elites and the media This is what happens when political parties across the spectrum pursue hostile environment immigration policies over decades to distract from economic and political failings When concerns about racism in Britain are ignored and diminished the fascist right is emboldened
Over the past five years in particular we have been sounding the alarm about the rowback of the civil and political rights of migrants, refugees and people of colour through recent legislation and of the impact of harmful anti-migrant rhetoric Through these policies the hostile environment has achieved what it set out to do: deputise its citizens to create a culture of fear and exclusion for migrants From the Rwanda and Immigration Acts, which undermined the human rights of asylum seekers and refugees to the attack on the democratic freedoms of people of colour under the guise of the Public Order and Elections Act people of colour and migrants have faced huge hostility But our concerns have been downplayed, replaced with attacks on civil society for highlighting the existence of structural inequalities HOW THE UK ESTABLISHMENT ENABLES RACISM As
BANGL ADESH’S YUNUS HAILS SL AIN STUDENT IN APPEAL FOR UNIT Y
C hina discovers unprecedented massive gas field in S outh C hina S ea
China National Offshore Oil Corporation (CNOOC) on Wednesday confirmed the discovery and approval of the world’s first large ultra-shallow gas field in ultradeep waters This monumental find represents
Basin While shallow gas is abundant in the seabed, its precarious position, just 210 meters below the 1,500-meter water surface, makes it highly susceptible to dispersion caused by ocean currents The formation of a commercially viable oil and gas field under such conditions was previously deemed impossible by experts CNOOC estimates that the combined OGIP of the Yinggehai, Qiongdongnan and Zhujiangkou basins in the South China Sea is more than 1 trillion cubic meters
S TA F F R E P O R T Even the usually composed Princess of Wales isn’t immune to pre-event nerves as she revealed in the hours leading up to a significant royal occasion Kate Middleton, who is no stranger to high-pressure moments her wedding day was witnessed by around 20 million people worldwide admitted that she felt anxious before the King s Coronation Despite the jitters the 42-year-old royal expressed her determination to maintain a calm exterior, even if she was feeling a bit unsettled inside On the day before the Coronation the spotlight may have been on the new monarch but Kate rec-
ognized the importance of the event for the entire royal family She made this admission during an impromptu walkabout outside Buckingham Palace where she joined her husband Prince William and King Charles The royal trio surprised fans who had been waiting along The Mall, taking the time to greet well-wishers During one of these exchanges, Kate opened up about how her children Prince George Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis were feeling about the upcoming ceremony They re doing really well, thank you,
paddling on the inside,” likening herself to a swan a creature that glides smoothly above water while working furiously beneath the surface When asked how she and Prince William were managing Kate replied, All good Hopefully, a bit like a swan calm on the outside,
Mar yam Nawaz ’s vision for
minority prosperity: From margins to mainstream
the Member Environment CDA Member Engineering CDA Deputy Commissioner Islamabad DIG Islamabad and other relevant officials were also present The Chairman CDA reviewed the arrangements for the Independence Day celebrations, named AzadiFest While briefing the Chairman CDA and Chief Commissioner Islamabad, it was highlighted that various programs have been arranged in F-9 Park under AzadiFest The Chairman CDA also inspected the arrangements for musical concert and fireworks He stated that various events have been arranged to celebrate AzadiFest in a grand manner He directed that a campaign especially outdoor should be carried out across Islamabad regarding AzadiFest Chairman CDA Muhammad Ali Randhawa
socio-economic fabric of the nation Efforts such as establishing minority representation in the National Assembly and Senate introducing job quotas in government services and enacting protective laws have provided a robust foundation for their inclusion However, under the visionary leadership of Punjab’s Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif a new era of comprehensive reforms has dawned further empowering minorities and ensuring their equitable participation in society Maryam Nawaz Sharif has exhibited a historic Commitment to Inclusivity Under her guidance, for the first time in Punjab’s history National Minorities Day will be celebrated by all members of the Provincial Assembly in a special session dedicated to this cause on August 11 This landmark initiative underscores Maryam’s unwavering commitment to recognizing and celebrating the contributions of religious minorities to the province s rich cultural mosaic Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has spearheaded several key initiatives aimed at enhancing the welfare of religious minorities Upon assuming office in her first speech in the Punjab Assembly she referred to religious minorities as the crown of her head signaling her deep respect and commitment to their welfare Maryam Nawaz considers peo-
Month
of
ple from religious minorities as her family, a sentiment reflected in her actions During Easter special packages were given to convey a message of inclusion
For the first time the Ministry of Minority Affairs was assigned to the Sikh community, with Sardar Ramesh Singh Arora being appointed This historic appointment not only acknowledges the Sikh community s significant contributions but also ensures their representation in the government
Maryam Nawaz s personal engagement with minority communities has been exemplary She visited Maryamabad on Easter and celebrated the festival with the Christian community fostering a sense of belonging and solidarity Additionally she allocated a special grant to 10,000 families, ensuring they had the support needed to celebrate their festivals with joy and dignity
On the occasion of Baisakhi Maryam Nawaz Sharif personally participated in the celebrations harvesting wheat from the fields where
with the
who ap-
her efforts to honor their religious and cultural
The
celebrations held in front of the
Qilla , were a testament to her commitment to inclusivity, drawing Sikhs from all over the world who appreciated the grandeur and respect accorded to their traditions
Under Maryam Nawaz Sharif s leadership, Punjab has taken significant legislative steps to safeguard the rights of religious minorities The Punjab Anand Karaj Marriage Act was passed making Punjab the first province to formally implement this act This legislation is a crucial step in recognizing and validating the matrimonial rites of the Sikh community, ensuring their legal protection and cultural respect
Minister of Minority Affairs
Ramesh Singh Arora and his team have worked tirelessly receiving full support from Maryam Nawaz and her administration
August brings message of joy for Pakistani nation: A zma Bokhari
LAHORE S TA F F R E P O R T
Information Minister Punjab Azma Bokhari said that the month of August brings a message of joy for the Pakistani nation, but the happiness and joy that Arshad Nadeem has brought to the nation on this Independence Day are beyond words Certainly Arshad Nadeem s victory has made our Independence Day more glorious Many people win with the help of their entire team and start considering themselves national heroes and champions However a so-called champion who has
led the country into trouble has been lifted by the nation On the other hand, Arshad Nadeem from Mian Channu fought alone and made the entire nation proud It is unfortunate that whenever this nation unites or experiences happiness it seems to trigger discomfort in certain disruptive and anarchist groups They constantly seek out disturbances and mischief that spoil the joy She noted that it is a fact that the Youth Festival was initiated by Mian Muhammad Shahbaz Sharif but it was shut down by a so-called athlete Many talented players including Arshad Nadeem emerged from the
Youth Festivals which greatly benefited Pakistan The Information Minister said that when Arshad Nadeem returns to the country, he will be given a grand welcome Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz Sharif has announced a reward of 10 crore rupees for Olympic javelin thrower Arshad Nadeem Arshad Nadeem will also be honored with Pakistan s highest civilian award She also mentioned that it is a pleasure for her that Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has announced the establishment of a sports city in Mian Channu which will be finalized with Arshad Nadeem s consultation
KIRAN FAZAL BUTT
Baba Guru Nanak himself used to farm This gesture resonated deeply
Sikh community
preciated
heritage
official Baisakhi
Shahi
A zm- e -Istehk am postal stamp issued to honour Arshad Nadeem, freedom struggle on 77th I-D ay: Tarar
Tessori dismisses repor ts on replacement as rumours, vows to continue working
Governor Sindh Kamran Tessori has dismissed rumours about his potential replacement stating that he will continue to serve as long as he retains the confidence of the President Asif Ali Zardari, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, and Muttahida Qaumi Movement-Pakistan (MQMP) leader Khalid Maqbool Siddiqui
Governor Tessori reiterated his commitment to his role stating that he will continue to serve as long as he holds the position
He emphasised that they have been actively working and noted that although the promise to open the Governor s House to the public was made by another it was ful-
filled under his leadership
Tessori assured that he will continue his duties as long as he enjoys the trust of the key leaders
MQM-P s Farooq Sattar speaking to the media also addressed the rumours about the Governor s removal, stating that no such discussions have taken place
He praised Tessori for the public welfare initiatives underway at the Governor House which he said are unparalleled elsewhere Sattar added that if any Governor has gained popularity, it is indeed Kamran Tessori
According to Express News, Imam of Masjid al-Nabawi Dr Salah bin Muhammad visited Sindh House in Islamabad today where Governor Tessori hosted a
reception in his honor During the visit, matters of mutual interest were discussed In a joint media address with Imam Salah bin Muhammad Governor Tessori expressed his gratitude, highlighting the significance of the Imam s visit at his invitation
He thanked both the Imam and the Saudi government for their unwavering support for Pakistan noting that the visit would have a positive impact
Tessori mentioned that the Imam held meetings with various political parties and emphasized that Saudi Arabia continues to stand by Pakistan Special prayers were also offered during the meeting for Pakistan s security and economic recovery
ISLAMABAD S TA F F R E P O R T
The Islamabad High Court (IHC) has issued a written order regarding the plea filed by former First Lady Bushra Bibi against her arrest in the new Toshakhana reference case
The written order was released by Justice Mian Gul Hassan Aurangzeb and Justice Arbab Muhammad Tahir of the Islamabad High Court
The order stated that objections to Bushra Bibi s plea against
arrest in the new Toshakhana reference case have been removed
According to the petitioner ’s lawyer this plea is linked with two other pending pleas
The court noted that two petitions challenging call-up notices related to the same reference were already set for hearing
The court in its order said that this plea challenged the continuous arrests by the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) and the lawyer indicated that similar facts and legal points were involved in
this and the other two petitions
The IHC s written order stated that, in agreement with the lawyer’s opinions the court believed that this plea should be heard along with the other two petitions
The Registrar s Office was instructed to send the file of this plea to the Chief Justice for joint hearings
The court further mentioned that, according to the petitioner ’s lawyer the issue of arrest required immediate solution and the Chief Justice may schedule the petitions for an expedited hearing
MARDAN S TA F F R E P O R T
Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam-Fazl (JUIF) chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman said that Prime Minister Shehbaz
Sharif and his government have failed to improve the country s economy voicing concerns over the current state of Pakistan s political and economic situation
maintaining stability in the country’s political system and warned against actions that could further harm it saying the economy had deteriorated to the point where no future government could turn it around PM S hehbaz failed to revive Pakistan’s economy despite promises: Fazl
He emphasized the need for
do so Following the PHC refusal KP Advocate General Shah Faisal Uthmankhel said the provincial government has decided to refer the matter back to the provincial cabinet after consultations with KP CM Gandapur Reiterating the provincial government’s stance on the issue, AG Uthmankhel said: “The chief minister has made it clear that the inquiry will
matter what Expanding on the PHC s response to their letter the advocate general said that the court didn t specify what violation had occurred and didn t mention which exact provision of the
of
was
of
claimed that the procedure via which the provincial government sought the constitution of a judicial commission was correct and no such provision exists in the said legislation that was transgressed upon If the high court does not want to carry
out an inquiry, then it should simply refuse, he noted “The KP government will [obviously] write a letter to the high court through me The government gave me the responsibility to speak to the court Uthmankhel said adding that the PHC didn t consult them on the said matter It is to be noted that the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf has been accused of its alleged involvement in the May 9 riots that saw military installations including Rawalpindi’s General Headquarters (GHQ) and Lahore Corps Commander s House vandalised by arsonists The then-Prime
