LAHORE: On Sunday, outgoing Punjab Chief Minister Chaudhry Parvez Elahi made the decision to appeal the Election Commission of Pakistan’s (ECP) decision to name media mogul Syed Mohsin Raza Naqvi as caretaker chief minister to the Supreme Court.
voicing his disapproval of the choice of media magnate Syed Mohsin Raza to serve as interim chief minister of Punjab.
Mr. Elahi announced on Twitter that he would appeal the Election Commission of Pakistan’s (ECP) judgement to the Supreme Court. How is it possible for my close relative to become chief minister?
حارث سٹیل کیس میں 35 لاکھ روپے کی پلی بارگین کرنے والے شخص سے کیسے انصاف کی توقع کی جا سکتی ہے.میرا قریب ترین رشتے دار کیسے نگران وزیراعلیٰ بن سکتا ہے.الیکشن کمیشن کا متنازعہ فیصلہ ہر اصول اور ضابطے کے خلاف ہے. الیکشن کمیشن کے اس فیصلے کے خلاف ہم سپریم کورٹ جا رہے ہیں.
As the PTI-led Punjab government and the opposition failed to put together an interim setup in the nation’s largest province, the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) on Sunday officially selected media tycoon Mohsin Naqvi as the interim Punjab chief minister.
Sikandar Sultan Raja, the chief election commissioner, presided over the meeting when the decision was made. Four candidates for the position of interim chief minister of Punjab were discussed during the meeting, which included the secretary of the Election Commission.
ISLAMABAD: The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) on Sunday selected media tycoon Mohsin Naqvi as the caretaker chief minister of Punjab after efforts by the opposition and the Punjab government, led by the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), to put together an interim setup in the nation’s largest province fell short.
The choice was made during a meeting that Sikandar Sultan Raja, the chief election commissioner, presided over. The meeting to discuss the four candidates for the position of interim chief minister of Punjab included the secretary of the Election Commission among its attendees.
“Pursuant to the provison of Clause (3) of Article 224A of the Constitution of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan and as a consequence of comprehensive discussions made on January 22, 2023,” the electoral watchdog’s announcement said. Syed Mohsin Raza Naqvi has been appointed caretaker chief minister of Punjab by the Pakistan Election Commission, effective immediately.
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan spent $1.2 billion (or Rs 259 billion) on the import of transportation products, including luxury cars, high-end electric vehicles, and their parts, over the past six months, according to report, despite efforts to conserve foreign exchange reserves by curbing imports.
With less than $5 billion in reserves, Pakistan is severely short on dollars and can hardly afford to pay for three weeks’ worth of imports.
Despite a general decline in imports of goods and vehicles for transportation compared to last year, the economy was nevertheless heavily burdened by significant outflows for the purchase of pricey luxury automobiles and pointless stuff.
Completely built units (CBU), completely knocked down/semi knocked down (CKD/SKD), totaling $530.5 million, or 118.2 billion, were imported during this period.
Since CKD kits are prohibited from being imported, yet millions of dollars’ worth of these kits are, the local industry and their production are harmed.
The government’s stance of banning imports relating to the industrial and commercial sectors is drawing much criticism, but large expenditure on imported cars and other vehicles is making matters worse.
After Maya Jama‘s great debut as a host for Love Island’s ninth season, Victoria Beckham was all praise for her.
In a recent Sunday Times Style magazine photo session, Maya Jama, who replaced Laura Witmore as the host of the Itv show, wore a crimson outfit by Victoria’s design label.
According to Daily Mail, Victoria also posted an Instagram picture from Maya’s recent photo shoot, where the host was wearing a fancy outfit and referred to her as “VB Muse.”
According to The Sun, editor-in-chief Edward Enninful introduced Victoria and Maya at the British Vogue’s Forces For Change campaign luncheon held last month at The Londoner hotel.
According to a newspaper insider, “the women discussed fashion after being introduced by Edward, who admires them both.”
The insider went on to say that Victoria was thrilled to meet the beauty because she “has her finger on the pulse” and that Maya “loves expressing herself with garments.” Victoria has always been a fan of Maya’s work.
The 20-year-old alpine superstar of Pakistan, Shehroze Kashif, expressed doubt about the state of climbing in his country while aiming for the world record.
Kashif said he didn’t get any assistance despite his worldwide success, which made Pakistan proud.
In an exclusive interview with Geo News on Sunday, Kashif stated, “I’m terribly unhappy and forced to declare that sportsmen have no respect in Pakistan.
“Ehsan-ur-Rehman Mazari, Minister of Inter Provincial Coordination, had already made ten commitments to support me, but not a single one has been kept to date.
The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department said that ten persons were killed in a shooting spree that took place late on Saturday at a ballroom dance club in Monterey Park, California.
Early on Sunday morning, the police department reported that the alleged shooter had fled the area and they were still looking for him.
The department also stated that no motive for the incident had yet been determined.
Ten more persons were sent to nearby hospitals for medical attention for their wounds; at least one of them was in critical condition.
According to US media, the incident happened about 10 p.m. near where a Chinese New Year event was taking place in Monterey Park.
Social media videos showed rescue personnel transferring injured persons on stretchers to ambulances. Police patrolled blocked-off streets near the shooting scene, which was reportedly at a dance club, as shown in the video.
Los Angeles City Controller Kenneth Mejia tweeted, “Our sympathies go out to families who lost loved ones tonight in Monterey Park, our neighbouring city, where a terrible shooting just occurred.”
Shahid Khaqan Abbasi, a senior member of the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N), and a former prime minister, stated on Sunday that the judiciary should review the judgements that have affected the nation.
Abbasi said that a non-partisan meeting was conducted in Quetta where the problems facing the nation were discussed while speaking at a press conference in Quetta alongside the former finance minister Miftah Ismail.
Regarding the nation’s current political and economic circumstances, the former premier stated that “tough decisions need to be made to stabilise” the nation.
Khaqan added that the discourse held in Quetta “is the solution” to the country’s problems and that politics couldn’t aid Pakistan in resolving its problems.He claimed that the conversation covered Balochistan-specific concerns as well as Pakistan’s political and economic circumstances. He continued by saying that while the fundamental problems couldn’t be resolved in eight months, something should be done to get rid of them.
Following the passing of David Crosby this Thursday, as reported by Fox News, Neil Young posted a heartfelt tribute to him on his website. David Crosby was Neil Young’s late bandmate from the group Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young.
Before David’s passing, Neil and Crosby frequently disagreed. After Crosby made remarks about Young’s wife that he later acknowledged to regretting, the two faced years of animosity.
Neil penned: “Despite David’s passing, his music continues. David’s voice and vigour were the heart and soul of CSNY and the foundation of our band. His duet with Graham was one of our presentations’ highlights because of how unforgettable their singing was.”
He also added, “We had a lot of fun, especially in the beginning. In the early years of my life, Crosby was a friend who helped me a lot as we shared a lot of the same experiences. David was a major initiator of numerous events.”
David Crosby passed away on Thursday at the age of 81. Five of his children still live.
Starting from 15th January, 2023, China Cultural Center in Pakistan has launched series of activities to grandly celebrate the 2023 Happy Chinese New Year .
2023 Chinese New Year falls on Sunday, January 22nd, 2023, and celebrations culminate with the Lantern Festival on February 5th, 2023.
Chinese New Year is also known as Spring Festival. It is the most important festival of the year for the Chinese Nation. It is a time reserved for families. It is an important opportunity for families and friends to get together and celebrate the new year. Often, family members and relatives travel from all over the country to come together for the special event.
Chinese people strive to make this event as special as possible, often spending hours preparing food and decorations for the events of the festival.
In order to celebrate the 2023 Happy Chinese New Year, China Cultural Center in Pakistan is working with the Shanghai Municipality this year to promote the cultural and tourism resources of Shanghai in Pakistan. A wide range of exciting events, such as cultural performances, exhibits, tourism promotion documentaries, and more, will be included.
China Cultural Center in Pakistan launched the musical concert “Our Common Homeland” by the Shanghai Chinese Orchestra online, and in the coming days, “Happy Chinese New Year – Pujiang Arts Collection” Online Performances & Exhibitions by the Center for China Shanghai International Arts Festival and more similar activities will be launched on various social media platforms run by China Cultural Center in Pakistan as well as the Cultural Office of the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in Pakistan.
The Cultural Office of the Chinese Embassy in Pakistan organized a cake-cutting ceremony with the renowned restaurant chain MONAL on the evening of January 20, 2023, in Islamabad to kick off the upcoming celebration and to cordially invite all Chinese nationals living in Pakistan to take part.
Senior journalists from renowned Pakistani media organizations, newspapers, and TV channels attended a live 2023 Happy Chinese New Year Press Conference that was organized last month in this regard by the Cultural Office of the Chinese Embassy and the China Cultural Center in Pakistan at the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in Islamabad.
Zhang Heqing, Cultural Counsellor of the Chinese Embassy in Pakistan and concurrently Director of China Cultural Center in Pakistan said that Happy Chinese New Year, an annual brand activity held to celebrate Spring Festival under the guidance of the Ministry of Culture and Tourism, has taken off in recent years and is increasingly becoming an important platform for China to share Chinese culture and concepts with shared future with people from all over the world.
Friend from Pakistan can visit our social media platform including Facebook and Wechat to witness the festive celebration of 2023 Happy Chinese New Year.
Former Pakistani cricketer Shoaib Akhtar, well known by his stage moniker “Rawalpindi Express,” has distanced himself from the project that bears his name.
Akhtar stated on social media on Saturday that he has split up with the producers of his biography, citing a breach of the contract.
The fast blower announced on Twitter that, “very sorry, I would like to notify all of you that, after careful deliberation over months, I have decided to separate myself from the film “Rawalpindi Express” and its producers by terminating the agreement through my management and legal team.”
The renowned cricketer also forewarned the movie’s producers that if they persisted in making the movie, he would resort to legal action.
If the producers of biography film[s] continue to use my name or events from my life narrative in any way, “severe legal action will be done,” he warned.
Umair Jaswal, a well-known musician and actor from Pakistan who was slated to play “Shoaib Akhtar” in the biopic, withdrew from the endeavour earlier this month.
ISTANBUL: Turkey postponed the arrival of the Swedish defence minister on Saturday due to a planned rally by right-wing demonstrators in Stockholm.
Rasmus Paludan, a Swedish-Danish politician whose anti-Islamic antics triggered riots throughout Sweden last year, was given permission to hold a protest in front of Turkey’s embassy in the Swedish capital, which infuriated Turkey.
A day after summoning the Swedish ambassador over the matter, Ankara announced that it was postponing a visit by the Swedish defence minister intended to allay Turkey’s concerns on Sweden’s application to join the NATO military alliance.
Turkish Defense Minister Hulusi Akar stated, “At this point, Swedish Defense Minister Pal Jonson’s visit to Turkey on January 27 has lost its value and meaning.
The visit’s postponement was decided upon, according to Jonson and Akar, at the US military installation in Ramstein, Germany, on Friday.
Sweden places a high value on its relationships with Turkey and said in a tweet that it was looking forward to continuing the conversation about shared security and defence concerns in the future.
During his demonstration on Saturday, Paludan stated that he intended to “burn the [Holy] Quran.”
Paludan’s announcement of a Holy Quran burning “tour” for the holy month of Ramadan in April of last year caused riots throughout Sweden.
Australia defeated Pakistan in all three games of the one-day international series on Saturday, winning the third and final game by a score of 101 runs.
The Green Shirts were limited to 235-7 in their allotted 50 overs while chasing a lofty total of 337 runs.
Sidra Amin and Sadaf Shamas each contributed 34 and 30 runs, while Bismah Maroof led Pakistan with 44 runs.
The bowler of choice for Australia was Ashleigh Gardner, who finished with 3-30 in 10 overs.
The bowler of choice for Australia was Ashleigh Gardner, who finished with 3-30 in 10 overs.
Beth Mooney, an Australian opener, had earlier scored a magnificent hundred to aid her team in putting up a formidable total. She scored 133 runs off just 105 balls, including 14 fours and 4 sixes.
Meg Lanning, the captain, scored 72 runs, including eight fours and a six.
Mooney won the awards for Player of the Series and Player of the Match after scoring 191 runs in just three innings.
It should be recalled that Australia thrashed Pakistan on Wednesday by 10 wickets to grab a commanding 2-0 series lead. On Monday, the host team defeated the visiting team by eight wickets in the first ODI.
Pakistan on Saturday vehemently denounced the abominable act of the Holy Quran‘s destruction in Sweden, emphasising how the action wounded the feelings of the world’s 1.5 billion Muslims.Rasmus Paludan, the head of the Danish far-right party Stram Kurs (Hard Line), was condemned for burning the Holy Quran outside the Turkish Embassy in Stockholm.
The burning of the Quran was condemned by Turkey and a number of Arab nations, including Saudi Arabia, Jordan, and Kuwait. The Saudi Foreign Ministry issued a statement in which it stated that Saudi Arabia “calls for spreading the ideals of discourse, tolerance, and coexistence and opposes intolerance and extremism.”
Turkiye has also expressed its strong disapproval of the event, with Ankara cancelling the defence minister of Sweden’s visit and stating that “it’s a racist activity, it’s not about freedom of expression.”
According to a statement from Pakistan’s Foreign Office, the religious sensibilities of billions of Muslims throughout the world are harmed by this stupid and aggressive Islamophobic act.
The ministry asserted that such actions are not protected by any appropriate exercise of the right to freedom of expression or of opinion, which is subject to obligations under international human rights law, including the prohibition against using hate speech and inciting others to violence.
Famous dramatist Khalil ur Rehman Qamar has once more declared his contempt for Mahira Khan, a leading actress in Pakistan.
The scandal began with a March 2020 incident in which he verbally and physically attacked a woman in front of the world on live television. Mahira Khan criticised his activities on social media.
The actor from Pyare Afzal has continued to express his hatred for her in recent utterances. In a recent podcast, Qamar talked openly about his friendship with Khan and the circumstances that caused their working relationship to go apart.
In the podcast, Qamar recognised Khan’s talent as an actor and their good working rapport while co-starring in Sadqay Tumhare. He also expressed dissatisfaction that Khan did not get in touch with him to learn more about the circumstance before openly condemning his activities on social media. She betrayed him, and Qamar admitted that he still has bitter sentiments for her.
Sharjeel Inaam Memon, the minister of information for Sindh, experienced a heart attack on Saturday and underwent an angioplasty at the National Institute of Cardiovascular Disease (NICVD) in Hyderabad.
According to hospital sources, a leader of the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) was rushed to NICVD after complaining of chest symptoms.
The PPP leader had experienced a heart attack, the physicians determined after a quick check.
Two of Memon’s coronary arteries were reportedly occluded, but he had angioplasty and angiography in order to treat the medical problem.
It should be mentioned that Memon’s arteries have been opened up by two coronary stents.
Memon will be released from the hospital after 24 hours since, according to the hospital administration, his condition is stable.
In April 2022, Saeed Ghani was succeeded as the provincial information minister by the PPP leader, who had been elected as PS-62 Tharparkar III member of Sindh’s provincial parliament.
The Pakistani wicketkeeper-batsman Mohammad Rizwan achieved another milestone when he amassed 6000 runs in T20 cricket.
Rizwan, a current Comilla Victorians player in the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL), scored a tenacious 50 against Dhaka Dominators and was a major factor in his team’s triumph.
The right-handed batter’s leading 55-run performance helped him reach the 6000-run mark in T20 cricket.
The Pakistani wicketkeeper-batsman Mohammad Rizwan achieved another milestone when he amassed 6000 runs in T20 cricket.
Rizwan, a current Comilla Victorians player in the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL), scored a tenacious 50 against Dhaka Dominators and was a major factor in his team’s triumph.
The right-handed batter’s leading 55-run performance helped him reach the 6000-run mark in T20 cricket.
PESHAWAR: On Saturday, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Governor Haji Ghulam Ali designated former bureaucrat Azam Khan temporary chief minister.
The governor made the order following the unexpected nomination of Azam Khan for the office by retiring Chief Minister Mahmood Khan and the leader of the opposition, Akram Khan Durrani, on Friday.
In accordance with Clause (IA) of Article 224 of the Constitution of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan 1973, I, HAM GHULAM ALI, the Governor of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, hereby nominate Mr. M. Azam Khan as the Caretaker Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
Portfolio
Muhammad Azam Khan has a lengthy and illustrious career as a civil servant in the Pakistani government.
In the past, he has served as the KP Minister of Finance, the Planning and Development Department, the Federal Secretary of the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Resources, and the Federal Secretary of the Ministry of Religious Affairs.
In the KP administration, he had previously held important positions including Chief Secretary and Secretary of numerous ministries. Prior to finishing his barrister-at-law requirements at Lincoln’s Inn in London, Mr. Khan pursued his undergraduate education at the University of Peshawar.
PESHAWAR: After much anticipation, the big day has finally arrived for Pakistani cricketer Shan Masood and Nische Khan, who will wed today.
A few weeks after the digital invitation card for a Pakistani cricketer also surfaced online, Shan and Nische are getting married in the northwest city of Peshawar.
The couple’s wedding festivities were launched by a video of them exchanging rings in a private ceremony that went viral.
Shan kept things simple with a traditional white kurta shalwar and waistcoat, while the bride-to-be Nische looked stunning in a Chrysler-toned dress with red flowers and little jewellery to create the ideal winter wedding image.
While this is happening, Shan and Nische have updated their social media accounts with new content, and videos and images from the event have appeared on fan pages.
The invitation card for the 33-year-old digital old was also located online. The Walima date is included in the wedding card’s statement, “Shan marries Nische.” Furthermore, it was confirmed that Walima will take place in Peshawar.
Shan Masood is candid about his love life
The left-handed hitter, who is engaged to Nische Khan, was just named the country’s vice-captain for the ODI series against New Zealand.
The Peshawar native Khan and the 33-year-old acknowledged their connection while also disclosing information about their relationship. These were “exciting” days in his life, he claimed, referring to Nische as his best buddy.
The Muttahida Qaumi Movement-Pakistan (MQM-P) demanded of the government on Friday that new, free, fair, and transparent elections be held in place of the local government (LG) elections that were held on January 15.
Wasim Akhtar, the deputy convener of the MQM-P, informed the journalists at a news conference in Karachi that despite it having been four days after the polls, the results had still not been made public.
When there is no inclement weather nor a higher attendance, why are the results being delayed? Akhtar enquired. He claimed that everyone believed these elections were rigged, including the Free and Fair Election Network (FAFEN).
A FAFEN analysis on Sindh LG polls claims that issues with electoral integrity are bad news for the nation, especially as political parties gear up for general elections that are legally required to take place by October 11, 2023.
The report also stated that these disputes must be resolved through extensive talks because they are caused by flaws in the legal system that oversees elections.
The head of MQM-P proclaimed that Karachi “must be taken care of,” as it “provides for the country and is a major source of Sindh’s annual budget.”
The federal administration of Pakistan has ruled out the possibility of a fuel crisis, claiming that the oil supplies needed by the nation are on hand, averting any tense situation.
The ministry of petroleum vehemently refuted national concerns about a lack of petroleum, calling them “rumours” that had been spreading on social media, according to an official statement.
The ministry made it clear that it already had the necessary oil stocks on hand and that “no chance of shortage” exists.
The statement said, “The Pakistan State Oil (PSO) and other oil shipping companies have adequate stockpiles of gasoline, diesel, kerosene, and other varieties of petroleum products.
People shouldn’t believe rumours, guesses, or false information because there is no more fuel accessible for storage in the nation.
The PSO also emphasised that it had plenty of supplies on hand as of the Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority’s (OGRA) designated day in a separate statement on Twitter, saying: “As the national flag bearer, the PSO remains committed to fueling the nation and is ensuring an uninterrupted supply of fuel at its retail outlets nationwide.”
The eagerly anticipated thriller You, starring Penn Badgley, will finally be available on Netflix in February 2023.
You season 4 will be made available in batches of five episodes as was previously stated. Arriving on February 9 for the first batch and March 9 for the second.
The episode names, authors, and directors for the fourth season of You have also gained attention, according to What’s on Netflix. These are what they are:
Joe Takes a Vacation, episode 401, was written by Sera Gamble and Leo Richardson. John Scott is the director.
Episode 402: Artist’s Portrait Kara Lee Corthron and Neil Reynolds are the authors. John Scott is the director.
Eat the Rich, episode 403 Justin W. Lo and Mairin Reed are the authors. Shamim Sarif is the director.
Written by Michael Foley and Amanda Johnson-Zetterstrom, Episode 404 is titled “Hampsie.” Harry Jierjian is the director.
The popular national T20 cricket competition, the eighth edition of the Pakistan Super League (PSL), was announced by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Friday.
Four distinct locations in Pakistan, including Karachi, Lahore, Rawalpindi, and Multan, will host the matches.
The Islamabad United schedule is as follows:
Islamabad United vs. Karachi Kings on February 16
Islamabad United vs. Multan Sultans on February 19
Peshawar Zalmi vs. Islamabad United on February 23
Quetta Gladiators vs. Islamabad United on February 24
Lahore Qalandars vs. Islamabad United on February 27
PESHAWAR: In an unexpected turn of events, the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa administration and the opposition have agreed on a name for the province’s acting chief minister.
In the meeting conducted to finalise the appointment of the province’s caretaker CM, everyone present unanimously agreed on the name of the former KP chief secretary, Azam Khan.
We all agree that Azam Khan should be the caretaker chief minister. Akram Khan Durrani, the leader of Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam Pakistan-Fazal (JUI-F), said, “We have chosen a guy who is acceptable to all.
Mahmood Khan, the chief minister of KP, commented on the situation, claiming that it was the first time in “history” that a caretaker chief minister’s name had been unanimously chosen.
Khan said that Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf Chairman Imran Khan had endorsed the candidature by saying, “We agreed on Azam Khan in collaboration with our leader.”
At least 18 people were hurt in yet another terror attack in the unrest-plagued Balochistan province when a remote-control bomb exploded on a railway track in Bolan, throwing the train’s engine and seven carriages off course.
According to statements made to the media by railroad officials, the injured were taken to Combined Military Hospital (CMH), Sibi.
According to local authorities, the Jaffer Express train was en route from Machh to Sibi when the explosion took place.
“To save railway passengers and transport them safely to Sibi, a relief train was sent out from Sibi. Buses are now transporting passengers from Sibi to Quetta who were on the Jaffer Express travelling from Peshawar to Machh “Added they.
A remote-control device, according to Deputy Commissioner Kachh Agha Samiullah, was used to set off the explosion.
On the other hand, the train’s derailed cars are being removed off the rails.
Gasline explosion
A 12-inch gas pipeline explosion in Bolan’s Sirajabad neighbourhood on January 17 disrupted the gas supply to various districts of Balochistan, making it impossible to finish the repairs.
The Sui Southern Gas Company (SSGC) stated that the delay in the repair work was caused by rain and that it would be finished in a week.
The SSGC further stated that gas is currently being delivered to Quetta and other places via a different pipe.
The SSGC posted on its official Twitter account after the pipeline ruptured, saying: “The law enforcement and intelligence agencies are working to ascertain the cause of the damage.”
A 12 inch dia. gas pipeline in Sirajabad, Bolan, Balochistan exploded at around 8 pm tonight.
Law enforcement and intelligence agencies are making efforts to decipher the cause of the damage. 1/n
The pipeline, according to the SSGC, had also been protected. The neighborhood’s local government has begun nighttime cleanup efforts as part of its reaction.
According to rumours, actor Alec Baldwin may face charges of involuntary manslaughter for the murder of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins on the Rust set.
The case will also be brought against Hannah Gutierrez-Reed, who was in charge of the set’s weaponry, while assistant director David Halls has entered a plea deal for the allegation of careless use of a deadly weapon.
Hutchins perished after a pretend gun held by Baldwin went off during the movie’s pre-production in October 2021. In the event at the Bonanza Creek Ranch set in Santa Fe, New Mexico, director Joel Souza also sustained injuries.
The judgement “distorts Halyna Hutchins’ tragic death and constitutes a horrific miscarriage of justice,” Baldwin’s attorney stated upon the revelation of the criminal charges, adding, “We will fight these allegations, and we will win.”
The charges have been welcomed by Hutchins’ family, who expressed their hope that the legal system will “hold accountable those who break the law.”
The announcement was made by Santa Fe’s district attorney, Mary Carmack-Altwies, who said in a statement that “no one is above the law” and that “justice belongs to all.”
Quetta won’t be the fifth location for the Pakistan Super League (PSL), which will start next month.An official from the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) told The News that the harsh weather in the city was the primary reason that all efforts to organise some PSL matches at the Bugti Stadium in Quetta were “futile owing to numerous factors.”
“We are grateful to everyone who supported the PCB’s efforts to host PSL games in Quetta. We despatched a special team to Quetta in response to Najam Sethi, the head of the PCB Management Committee, making an announcement, in order to make special arrangements to organise certain PSL matches there, the official said.
“The team spoke with all the Quetta stakeholders, but came to the conclusion that organising games there this fall would be impossible, “added the official.
“We appreciate everyone’s support, especially that of the Corps Commander and the province government. However, we have determined that it won’t be possible to conduct PSL matches there this time.”
“The delay in beginning the preparations for the extravaganza, as well as the harsh weather in Quetta, are the key causes, “added said.
The European Parliament‘s call to designate the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) as a terrorist organisation, which would open the door to sanctions against the potent military force, was denounced by Iran on Thursday.
In a phone conversation with Josep Borrell, the head of foreign policy for the European Union (EU), Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian “seriously attacked the emotional approach of the European Parliament and labelled the move improper and incorrect.”
Amir-Abdollahian cautioned the EU to “consider about the potential effects of this emotional behaviour” and criticised the resolution from Wednesday as “harsh and unprofessional.”
The European Parliament should be cautious about the effects of this decision, according to the General Staff of the Armed Forces, Iran’s highest ranking military authority that is in charge of both the Guards and the regular army.
Ebrahim Raisi, the president of Iran, chimed in as well, describing the action of the European Parliament as one of “desperation.”
The problems that marred the second round of Sindh’s local body elections, according to the Free and Fair Election Network (FAFEN), do not auger well for the general elections, which are anticipated later this year.
Local elections on January 15 were hampered by delayed results, which led political groups including Jamaat-e-Islami (JI), Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), and others to accuse the elections of being rigged.
In its assessment on the polls, the FAFEN stated that “controversies over the quality of electoral processes do not augur well, particularly when the political parties are preparing for general elections that are constitutionally due by October 11, 2023.”
According to the electoral watchdog, many of these difficulties are caused by flaws in the legal system that oversees elections, which must be fixed through extensive conversations with all political actors, regardless of their political differences, coming together for electoral reforms.
According to the report, the process of democratisation would continue to deteriorate along with popular confidence in democracy and its capacity to raise peoples’ social and economic well-being unless elections result in political stability.
KHYBER: A terrorist attack on a police checkpoint in Khyber Agency, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, resulted in the martyrdom of at least three police officers on Thursday.
The police station was set on fire after the checkpoint in Tekhta Beg was attacked by terrorists who utilised explosive material, according to the local police.
Firefights between the police and terrorists are still going on.
The Pak-Afghanistan highway was shut down immediately after the attack, and a sizable police detachment was sent to the checkpoint.
The attack on the police checkpoint was described as a suicide attack by Jamrud SHO Shah Khalid while speaking to reporters. The checkpoint was entered by the suicide bomber, who then detonated himself.
He said, “When the police saw the suicide bomber, they opened fire on the target.”
Manzoor Shah and Younis Khan, two policemen, were killed in the attack, and Rafiq, a chef at the checkpoint, died from his injuries after being taken to a hospital in Peshawar.
Pakistan earlier in the day requested the Iranian authorities to look into the cross-border terror incident in the Panjgur district of Balochistan and bring the perpetrators to justice as the nation continues to deal with cross-border terrorism.
On January 14, amid a gunfight with terrorists who had launched a nighttime attack at a police station in Peshawar, three police officers, among them, were also embraced martyrs.
