The seminar focused on the ‘Virtual Women Police Station’, ‘Women Safety App’, and ‘Crime Stopper Service’. Students of the university showed great interest in the working of Pakistan’s first Virtual Women Police Station, Women Safety App, and Crime Stopper Service. Chief Law Officer Zafar Javed Malik and In-charge Virtual Women Police Station Aqsa Fayyaz briefed the audience about the services provided by the Safe City. The seminar also covered the features of the Women Safety App and the procedure for reporting crimes anonymously through the Crime Stopper number. The PSCA spokesperson encouraged women to install the Women Safety App to access timely assistance and information.
Source:The Nation
May 03, 2024 05:14 UTC
This year saw a new and terrifying threat in the shape of chemical kite-flying strings, which are incredibly sharp and pose a lethal risk to motorcyclists. In fact, the act of flying a kite should not come at the cost of a human life. A complete ban on the sale of chemical string and manufacture is urgently required. Public awareness campaigns are also crucial to educate people about the dangers associated with the use of these deadly strings. M ABID HAFEEZLAHORE
Source:Pakistan Today
May 03, 2024 05:02 UTC
VISHAKHAPATNAM: Jana Sena chief Pawan Kalyan has promised to protect lands that were grabbed during the past several years. He said the YSRC government ignored the plight of the tribal families by not implementing the much-needed Tricor loans and by setting aside another 13 schemes. Under this scheme, the central government provides 60 per cent project cost and the state government 35 per cent, leaving only 5 per cent for the beneficiary to pay. He said the alliance would try to resolve the elephant menace destroying crops and threatening human lives by consulting the ministry of environment, forest and climate change. Focus would also be on Uddanam, where the patients were “still suffering due to lack of attention” from the government.
Source:The Nation
May 03, 2024 01:15 UTC
Fiorentina 1-0 Club Bruggepic.twitter.com/DoofrNnlFB — FootColic ⚽️ (@FootColic) May 2, 202410 minutes later, Luca Ranieri cleared the ball from his own endline. Pietro Terracciano saved the initial effort but parried it straight back out, and about 4 defenders converged on Igor Thiago before a clearance ricocheted around and struck Cristiano Biraghi’s arm. Cristiano Biraghi handball and penaltyGoal: Hans Vanaken | Fiorentina 1-1 Club Bruggepic.twitter.com/pjnXfGkf04 — FootColic ⚽️ (@FootColic) May 2, 2024Fiorentina remained in the driver’s seat, with Nico missing another decent chance. Goal: Igor Thiago | Fiorentina 2-2 Club Bruggepic.twitter.com/ZSH9n3dnan — FootColic ⚽️ (@FootColic) May 2, 2024The wind was clearly out of Fiorentina’s sails, and introducing Jonathan Ikoné for Beltrán and Maxime Lopez for Arthur didn’t change much. Goal: M'Bala Nzola | Fiorentina 3-2 Club Bruggepic.twitter.com/d0iny9OKu4 — FootColic ⚽️ (@FootColic) May 2, 2024The Viola poured forward in pursuit of a second but couldn’t get it, and the game ended 3-2, setting up a tense away leg in Belgium.
Source:The Nation
May 02, 2024 21:34 UTC
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday, declaring the downward trend of inflation as welcome news for the people, said that the inflation falling towards the lowest level in two years was a sign of improvement in the economy. The prime minister pointed out that the inflation rate had come down from the peak of 39% to 20% last month and then to 17% in the current month. He said bringing down the inflation rate was the top priority of the government. “With the blessings of the Almighty, the life standard of the people will further improve with further improvement in the economy,” he said. The government was trying its best to provide maximum relief to the people, the prime minister added.
Source:The Nation
May 02, 2024 20:37 UTC
ISLAMABAD, May 02 (APP): With just less than a month away from the second edition of the FIH Hockey Nations Cup, the men’s tournament would be played in Gniezno, Poland from May 31 to June 9 while the action runs from June 3 to 9 in the women’s competition to be played at Terrassa, Spain. As in the previous edition, the prize for finishing at the top of the standings in the competition is not just the gold medal, but also the opportunity to be promoted to play in the FIH Hockey Pro League 2024-25. The FIH Hockey Nations Cups would be contested between 9 teams in the men’s competition and 8 teams in the women’s competition. The teams have been split into two Pools of 5 and 4 teams in the men’s competition and two equal pools of 4 teams each in the women’s competition. The winning teams from the FIH Hockey Nations Cup, would have the opportunity to play in the FIH Hockey Pro League for the 2024-25 season, where they will replace the teams that finish in the last position in the 2023-24 season of the FIH Hockey Pro League.
Source:The Nation
May 02, 2024 15:45 UTC
Pakistan will not provide bases to any foreign government or military, citing the Foreign Office spokesperson. It is not our policy to target our citizens,” FO spokesperson said. “The opposition party leader should be questioned about his statement on the military bases”, FO spokesperson Mumtaz Zehra Baloch said in a briefing. FO spokesperson called the incident with the German ambassador as regretful. FO spokesperson also stated that the date for trilateral Pakistan, China and Iran talks have not been fixed so far.
Source:The Nation
May 02, 2024 12:27 UTC
On this year’s Labour Day, President Zardari and PM Shehbaz Sharif reiterated the government’s commitment to making longstanding reforms for the nation, specifically discussing the importance of safeguarding the rights of our workers and enhancing their welfare. As such, we need to provide workers with fair wages, appropriate safety measures at work, and social support for those toiling in hazardous environments. Fostering a culture of respect for labour rights, akin to that in our western counterparts, will go a long way in encouraging our low-income workers to be cognizant of their rights, and their value as labourers. Despite the challenges they face, our workers have always remained resilient and dedicated to their labour. We must honour their sacrifice, by ensuring that their rights, dignity, and well-being are upheld.
Source:The Nation
May 02, 2024 09:28 UTC
PAF always lived up to nation’s expectations: COASChief of Army Staff General Syed Asim Munir, while lauding the professionalism of Pakistan Air Force, said that PAF has always lived up to the expectations of the nation. Addressing the Passing out Parade of Cadets at Pakistan Air Force Asghar Khan Academy Risalpur today, he said without a strong Air Force, a country is at the mercy of any aggressor. The Army Chief said Pakistan Air Force patrolled the airspace in all kinds of difficulties with unparalleled bravery and professionalism, and February 2019 is a great example for all of us. Turning to prevailing situation in Palestine, the Army Chief said Gaza war is the latest example of the sufferings that wars can bring. The Army Chief said we will continue to provide moral, political and diplomatic support to our Kashmiri brothers.
Source:The Nation
May 02, 2024 07:44 UTC
A video capturing the heated exchange has now gone viral on social media. The incident unfolded when a motorway police officer stopped the woman for alleged speeding and reckless overtaking, which the officer documented through video recording as evidence. Sources revealed that the disagreement began when the officer started filming the woman without her consent after stopping her for speeding. The recent video showcases a similar scenario of a heated argument between a group of women and the officer, with the women recording the officer's actions and accusing him of misconduct and bribery. In response, the officer denies the allegations, asserting that the woman is attempting to intimidate and extort him through the video recording.
Source:The Express Tribune
May 01, 2024 21:28 UTC
ISLAMABAD, May 01 (APP):Federal Minister for Law and Justice, Azam Nazir Tararr, commemorated Labor Day with a message, acknowledging the sacrifices and contributions of workers to the prosperity of the nation. As a representative of the government, Minister Tarar reiterated the administration’s dedication to upholding the rights of all laborers across the nation. Throughout his address, Minister Tarar emphasized the indispensable role played by the labor force in driving the nation’s progress and prosperity. Labor Day, Minister Tarar emphasized, serves as a call to action for both individuals and collectives to prioritize the welfare of working classes. As the nation reflects on the significance of Labor Day, let us honor the tireless efforts and sacrifices of workers, recognizing them as the backbone of our nation’s progress and prosperity.
Source:The Nation
May 01, 2024 17:10 UTC