Tribal jirga declares not to pay extortions to outlawed organisations

Tribal jirga of Duki on Sunday announced not to give extortion to any outlawed organisations including Baloch Liberation Army (BLA). This decision was made in the tribal jirga (counsel) held in Municipal Committee Duki in connection with remote controlled bomb blasts in Duki, letters to the owners of coal mines regarding extortion, closure of coal …

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Randhawa appointed as CDA Chairman

Chaudhry Muhammad Ali Randhawa was appointed as the Chairman of the Capital Development Authority (CDA), officials said on Sunday.
The Establishment Division has issued notifications confirming Chaudhry Muhammad Ali Randhawa’s appointments as Cha…

Aimal Wali Khan elected as ANP’s new President

The Central Council of the Awami National Party (ANP) unanimously elected Senator Aimal Wali Khan as the Central President of the party. According to a report on Sunday, former Chief Minister Amir Haider Khan Hoti suggested the name of Senator Aimal Wali Khan for the central presidency. All the members of the Central Council of the ANP approved the name of Senator Aimal Wali Khan as President of the party. Aimal Wali Khan (38 years old) is a Pakistani politician and the son of the former central president of ANP Asfandyar Wali Khan; the grandson of the founder of ANP,

Fishermen community leaders call for provision of Fishermen Card

The fishermen community leaders at an event on Sunday demanded of the government to provide the Fishermen Card in return of their annual contribution of over four billion rupees in taxes. This demand was made at Pakistan Fisherfolk Forum’s (PFF) 26th Foundation Day celebration held in Ibrahim Hydery area of Karachi. The event paid homage to PPF founders Muhammad Ali Shah and Tahir Ali Shah for dedicating their lives for the rights of fishermen. Addressing the gathering, PFF Chairman Mehran Ali Shah lamented the dire situation faced by Pakistan’s fishermen, particularly in Sindh, where access to essentials like potable water,

Azerbaijan varsity professor visits SSUET

Prof Dr Rakib F Efendiev of Baku Engineering University, Azerbaijan, and Prof Dr Firuza Rahmatulloeva, Director of Astronomical Observatories, Tajikistan Academy of Sciences visited Sir Syed University of Engineering and Technology and later called on Vice Chancellor, Prof. Dr. Vali Uddin to talk on the issues of bilateral interests. According to a statement issued by SSUET, they discussed the options and opportunities for combined ventures of both academic institutions to promote academic and research activities in both countries. Dean Faculty of Electrical and Computer Engineering, Prof. Dr. Muhammad Amir, Dean Faculty of Civil Engineering and Architecture Prof Dr Mir Shabbar

HEC Cricket Team Secures Spot in Semi-Finals of President’s Cup 2024

The cricket team of Higher Education Commission (HEC), Pakistan has made a remarkable journey to the semi-finals of the President’s Cup 2024, topping the points table with wins against State Bank of Pakistan, Pakistan Television Corporation, and WAPDA. In an enthralling match, HEC cricket team emerged victorious by 1 wicket against WAPDA, showcasing their exceptional skills and determination. Mr. Aqib Liaquat, a student of the University of Sargodha, was the star of the show, taking 5 wickets with his brilliant bowling. The team, comprising university students, has been competing against professional and international cricketers, making their achievement even more commendable.

Rotary International Recognizes Outstanding Social Services at HOPECON Conference

The Rotary International District 3271 recently held a successful three-day HOPECON Conference 2024 at a private hotel. Deputy Governor Shaikh Imtiaz Hussain was honored with the Award for Continuous Best Social Services for three consecutive years. Hussain has been awarded the Best President in the first year, Best Assistant Governor in the second year, and Best Deputy Governor this year. The conference was attended by more than 700 Rotarians from all over the world. It featured distinguished personalities such as Trustee The Rotary Foundation Aziz Memon, former Finance Minister Senator Saleem Mandviwalla, former Federal Minister Dr. Ishrat Hussain, Muhammad Ali

Levies recovers smuggled foreign goods worth Rs4.5 million

Zhob levies on Sunday claimed to have seized smuggled foreign goods worth Rs4.5 million in an operation conducted at Forest levies check post in district Zhob of Balochistan province on Sunday. Quick Response Force (QRF) staff, levies force, Zhob under the supervision of Incharge, QRF Zhob, Fazil Shah Mandokhail intercepted a Bus-No. LES-3434 at levies check post in district Zhob. Upon searching, non-customs paid goods, including dried milk, CV joint, inoventors, face cream, body spray and Rani cold drink, were recovered from the bus. The value of the seized non-customs paid goods was reported to be Rs4.5 million. The non-custom