RAWALPINDI: Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Syed Asim Munir on Saturday said that the forces of evil will continue to face full might of the state and security forces backed by a resilient nation. The briefing was also attended by Federal Minister of Interior, Chief Minister Balochistan and key Provincial Ministers alongwith senior civil and military officials. These terrorists and their facilitators, having no link with religion and ideology, are proxies of the enemies of Pakistan and its people.”“These forces of evil will continue to face full might of the state and security forces backed by a resilient nation. COAS visited CMH Quetta, where he met the injured and families of Mastung incident who are being provided full medical care by Pakistan Army. Earlier on arrival, COAS was received by Chief Minister Balochistan and Commander Balochistan Corps.

PHOTO: ANADOLU AGENCYLife was disrupted Friday in Karnataka in southern India because of a shutdown of the state against the release of water from the Cauvery River to the neighbouring state of Tamil Nadu. Members of farmer organizations were detained in the state’s capital of Bengaluru as protests were staged against the Cauvery water issue. The farmers were demanding the release of water should be stopped given the prevailing drought conditions in the state. The Cauvery Water Regulation Committee allowed Karnataka to release 3,000 cusecs (85 cubic meters/second) of Cauvery water to Tamil Nadu from Sept. 28 to Oct. 15. Karnataka and Tamil Nadu have staked claims to substantial portions of water to meet agricultural and irrigation needs.

Railway authorities have temporarily suspended train services between Lahore and Faisalabad following the collapse of the railway bridge near Shahdara. The Lahore-Faisalabad railway track was closed for a period of 72 hours due to the pillar collapse. “The Railway Divisional Officer (CO Lahore) and Divisional Superintendent Lahore, among others, are present at the scene, working tirelessly to expedite the bridge’s restoration. The affected train services include Lahore to Faisalabad Marvi Express, Badar Express, and Ghouri Express. Similarly, changes have been made to the routes of Shalimar Express and Mianwali Express.

Waseem Shahid Malik, ex-member of the State Bank Monetary Policy Committee (MPC), said this while talking to WealthPK. In the past, the monetary policy outcomes remained insensitive to policy changes made by the State Bank, he said. He explained that in a cashless economy, most transactions are conducted electronically, leaving a clear digital trail of money flows. Likewise, during the period from July to April of FY 2023, there was a cumulative policy rate increase of 725 basis points. In order to promote a cashless economy, he suggested the government promote e-banking and financial literacy, and build cyber security infrastructure.

By Crystal McGough, EditorTRUSSVILLE – Trussville Police are currently on the scene of a reported vehicle shooting that occurred tonight on I-59 Northbound. The Trussville Police Department received a call reporting the shooting at approximately 8:45 p.m.“The victim had pulled into the Shell station at 1120 N. Chalkville Road,” Trussville Police Lt. Clint Riner said. “We arrived on scene and we discovered two people had been struck by bullets. “During the course of the investigation, we determined that the shooting actually occurred outside the city limits of Trussville,” Riner said. “We’re still on scene here waiting to discuss the rest of the case with Birmingham (Police Department).”This story will be updated as more information becomes available.

European countries, including Austria, France, Germany, Poland, and Switzerland, have experienced record-breaking temperatures in September, adding to the growing list of extreme weather events fueled by climate change. This alarming trend comes in a year that experts predict will be the warmest in human history as the impacts of climate change continue to accelerate. In France, the average September temperature is expected to be around 21.5 degrees Celsius (70.7 degrees Fahrenheit), which is 3.5 to 3.6 degrees Celsius higher than the reference period from 1991 to 2020. Germany also experienced its hottest September on record, with temperatures almost 4 degrees Celsius higher than the 1961-1990 baseline, according to the German weather office DWD. Scientists attribute these rising temperatures to climate change driven by human activity, with global temperatures now approximately 1.2 degrees Celsius above pre-industrial levels.

First Blackhawks Impressions: Commesso, Marcel, Allan, Lardis, MisiakAll of the buzz in Chicago on Thursday night centered around Connor Bedard — and rightfully so. Drew Commesso, GIn his first action against an NHL team, Commesso was very good. I really liked his composure with the puck, playing the puck.”Marcel Marcel, FSkating in a fourth-line role, Marcel was noticeable on most of his shifts. Here’s Richardson on Marcel’s play:I thought big Marcel played a really good third period. If he can be a good faceoff option for the Blackhawks, that’s another great option down the middle.

The Punjab Special Education Department has been playing a pivotal role in ensuring educa­tion for differently-abled chil­dren within the province. “This campaign is not merely about increasing enrollment numbers; it’s about breaking down barriers and dispelling misconceptions surrounding special education. One of the most heartening developments in the Punjab Special Education Department’s journey towards inclusive edu­cation is their recognition of high achievers among special children. This initia­tive is a testament to holistic approach by the Punjab Special Education Department towards inclusive education. Zahid Majeed, Director Punjab Special Education Department, said, “In essence, the Punjab Special Education Department is not merely an administra­tive body but a lifeline for a large number of special chil­dren and their families.

This year, the theme is ‘Reducing food loss and waste: Taking action to transform food systems’. Furthermore, Sunridge Foods established partnerships with various medical institutions and NGOs to extend support to a broader range of individuals facing hardship. Sunridge Foods, by pooling resources and determination, actively combats food insecurity and works diligently towards ending malnutrition, to date we have reached 150,000+ families. Food loss and wastage manifests at various stages of the food supply chain, and unsurprisingly, the dynamics differ for both the developed and developing countries. On IDAFLW 2023, let us firmly internalize the fact that food loss and wastage perpetuate hunger, strain our environment, and waste precious resources.

ISLAMABAD - Eid Milad-un-Nabi (SAWW) is being celebrated with great religious zeal and fervor across the country on Fri­day (today). Eid Milad-un-Nabi (SAW) is also being celebrated across the Punjab prov­ince including the provincial capital Lahore today. Like other parts of the country, Eid Milad-un-Nabi (SAW) is be­ing celebrated in Sindh, including provincial capital Karachi, with great religious fervor. Eid Milad-un-Nabi Sallallah-o- Alaihe Wa Alehi Wasallam will also being celebrated in Baloch­istan with religious zeal and fer­vor today. Similarly, various religious, polit­ical, social organisations and edu­cational institutions have chalked out various programmes.

With thousands of traditional media journalists switching to other jobs to fuel their income and support their survival, an attempt to bridge the gap between traditional and digital news seems impractical. In contrast, the digital information sector has expanded, creating a realm where information is instantly accessible and widely distributed. Declining readership has eroded the reach of traditional media, especially among younger generations who have embraced digital alternatives. According to Times of Pakistan’s, the following measures can help bridge the gap between traditional and digital newsrooms. The fusion of traditional and digital information is not just a choice but a necessity.

A booth at a Hewitt-Trussville High School (HTHS) health fair in April provided teens with information about choosing alternative pronouns and offered teachers and administrators free training. ACASH’s booth can be seen in photographs obtained by 1819 News from a student’s parent at the fair. At HTHS, ACASH provided various flyers to students, from information about AIDS and HIV to one titled “Contraception Knows No Gender.”The organization also provided a QR code for students to sign up for its newsletter. But Martin accused the organization of misrepresenting the material they intended to provide students when ACASH employees applied to be a part of the health fair. “Had [ACASH accurately represented the material it provided], we would’ve had a conversation around how that would’ve looked going forward,” Martin said.

They have built their own fortunes while the poor masses have borne the brunt of their devious machinations. According to the World Bank, poverty in Pakistan shot up to 39.4% as of last fiscal year with 12.5 million more people falling into the trap due to poor economic conditions. The IMF’s emphasis on expanding the tax net by taxing the wealthy segments of society, bringing agriculture and real estate sectors into it, and focusing more on giving relief to the poor masses, is an unavoidable recipe for putting the economy back on the rails. The only way Pakistan can pull itself out of this vicious circle is to act upon the recipe suggested by the IMF and the World Bank. There is no escape from taxing all incomes, irrespective of their source and reducing indirect taxation which directly affects the poor masses.

President, PM felicitate nation on Eid Milad un Nabi (PBUH)President Dr Arif Alvi and Prime Minister Anwaar ul Haq Kakar have felicitated the nation and the Muslim Ummah on the blessed day of Milad-un-Nabi (Peace Be Upon Him). He said Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) was brought to this world as the ‘mercy for all the worlds’. He said the life of the Holy Prophet (PBUH) was an embodiment of obedience to Allah Almighty, justice, compassion, and love towards human beings. In his message on the occasion, Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar ul Haq Kakar urged the nation to transform their lives in line with Islamic principles and disseminate the teachings of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). The Prime Minister said the life of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) is a shining example of compassion, tolerance and love.

Alam began to export fruit saplings to Qatar in 2019, and soon also to the UAE and Oman. “Since 2019, I have exported around 150,000 saplings to UAE, Qatar, and Oman,” he told Arab News. This year, Alam is focusing on mango trees and has already prepared several varieties at his Green World Nursery. “Dubai ordered some Bangladeshi mango saplings from me. I have prepared 400 mango saplings with seven varieties of Bangladeshi mangoes, and these plants are ready now,” he said.