High-time for nation, State institutions to join hands in making country progress: PMPrime Minister Shehbaz Sharif says it is high-time for the nation and the State institutions to join hands in making the country progress. He was addressing local elders in Torghar after laying foundation-stone of Torghar Buner Highway, Buner-Karakar Link Tunnel and Torghar-Buner RCC bridge. Prime Minister said it is responsibility of the government, judiciary, armed forces and the people to act in unison for ensuring development of the country. Shehbaz Sharif highlighted the significance of unity, hard work and dedication by the nation to make the future of Pakistan brighter. He said Pakistan recently faced financial challenges and got a staff-level agreement with the International Monetary Fund to avert default.

DNATORGHAR, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, July 6 (APP): Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday said it is high-time for the nation and the State institutions to join hands in making the country progress. The prime minister said it was the responsibility of the government, judiciary, armed forces and the people to act in unison for ensuring development of the country. The prime minister highlighted the significance of unity, hard work and dedication by the nation to make the future of Pakistan brighter. The prime minister acknowledged the sacrifices of the forefathers of the locals who donated their lands during the formation of Pakistan 70 years ago. He expressed concern that without the bridge, the locals had no other choice but to travel a distance of 250 kilometres.

From The Tribune staff reportsTRUSSVILLE — Four people were arrested for shoplifting in Trussville between June 26 and July 3 according to the Trussville police department. According to the report, those charged are Celsea Faison of Center Point, Whitney Kyles of Pinson, Shawn Parker of Birmingham and Jesse Truman of Trussville. All arrest and arrest photos are public information. All subjects are innocent until proven guilty.

Real Madrid's Italian coach Carlo Ancelotti will take over as head coach of Brazil's national team for the 2024 Copa America, a source at the Brazilian Football Federation told AFP on Tuesday. Ancelotti has a season remaining on his contract with Real and will take over Brazil in time for the Copa America which will be held in the United States from June 2024. The former AC Milan and Chelsea coach will become the first foreigner to coach Brazil in almost sixty years. The last foreign coach of Brazil was Argentine Filpo Nunez who was in charge for one game in 1965. "It is a dream, an honor and a huge pride to serve the national team," Diniz said.

Nation to observe Yaum-e-Taqaddus-e-Quran tomorrowYaum-e-Taqaddus-e-Quran will be observed tomorrow across the country to lodge protest against desecration of Holy Quran in Sweden. The day was announced during a meeting held in Islamabad under the chairmanship of Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif. In this regard, peaceful protest domestrations will be staged all over the country during which people belonging to different walks of life will take part to express their resentment over the desecration of holy Quran in SwedenUlema belonging to different schools of thoughts will throw light on the sanctity of the holy Quran during their sermons of Juma prayers.

Federal Minister for Planning Development and Special Initiatives Ahsan Iqbal addressing a press conference in Islamabad to mark a decade of the signing of the CPEC on July 5, 2023. SCREENGRABFederal Minister for Planning Development and Special Initiatives Ahsan Iqbal on Wednesday said that the previous government of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) “scandalised” China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) project. “China is also getting the message that Pakistan is now serious about CPEC. “After the elections, I am hoping the investors will once again turn to Pakistan for investment under CPEC,” he added. Nevertheless, he added that CPEC has provided the necessary energy and physical infrastructure upon which Pakistan can build a successful economy.

Pakistani-British singer Zayn Malik released a teaser for his much-awaited album. Zayn took to the micro-blogging site, and, without a caption, released a small snippet of his upcoming song. hair theory is real cant believe zayn malik looks so chapri https://t.co/RtE5mPzOLY — real not manu (@baekyonglvr) July 5, 2023However, it wasn’t one user who felt the area looked similar to K-town. “I love him but this looks like it was filmed on an Oppo in Bandra East,” read a tweet. Hassan Raheem kinda looks different here idk https://t.co/2P4OYNI1wm — M (@sometinfunY) July 4, 2023A user said the short looks like its shot by YouTuber Irfan Junejo.

Nation to observe Youm-e-Taqaddus-e-Quran on FridayThe government will observe Youm-e-Taqaddus-e-Quran on Friday to hold countrywide protest demonstrations against the desecration of Holy Quran in Sweden. The decision was made in a meeting chaired by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in Islamabad to discuss the issue of desecration of Holy Quran in Sweden. The prime minister appealed for participation in the protest to convey a united message to the mischievous minds. Besides, a joint session of the parliament will also be held tomorrow to formulate a national strategy on the issue which will also adopt a resolution to condemn desecration of the Holy Quran.

The world on July 3 reached a dubious distinction, hitting a new record for the hottest day ever, according to data from the US National Centers for Environmental Prediction. The global average temperature on July 3 reached 17.01C (62.62 F), beating the previous record temperature of 16.9C set in August 2016, said the centers, a division of the National Weather Service. This summer, climate change is fueling extreme heat waves around the world, triggering weather warnings and claiming numerous lives. From North America to Europe, Asia, and the Middle East, nations are grappling with scorching temperatures. Even China has been seeing its hottest days in six decades, with temperatures reaching up to 40C (104F).

KARACHI- Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) on Tuesday predicted very hot and humid weather for most parts of the Sindh during the next 24 hours. The minimum and maximum temperatures were recorded in Karachi 37-39 degrees Centigrade, Hyderabad 41-43 degrees Centigrade, Sukkur 41-43 degrees Centigrade, Thatta 37-38 degrees Centigrade, Mohenjodaro 41-43 degrees Centigrade, Dadu 43-45 degrees Centigrade, Mithi 39-41 degrees Centigrade, and in Nawabshah 41-43 degrees Centigrade. Mainly, very hot and humid weather is likely to prevail in the province.

KARACHI - Chairman of Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) and Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari has termed July 5, 1977, as a black day in national history. Since then, Pakistanis around the world ob­serve the 5th of July as Black Day. According to the statement issued by Media Cell Bilawal House, the Chairman of PPP further said in his message that dictator Zia is a culprit of the Constitution of Pakistan and the Pakistani nation. Now there is only democracy in the present and future of Pakistan,” he added. The PPP Chairman saluted the Jiya­las (party workers) who were flogged, endured the hardships of imprison­ment and embraced martyrdom for the sake of democracy during the Zia regime.

ISLAMABAD: The government has announced to observe Yaum-e-Taqaddus-e-Quran on July 7 (Friday) to hold countrywide protests demonstrations against the desecration of Holy Quran in Sweden and convene a joint parliamentary session a day earlier. The decision was made on in a meeting chaired by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif here to discuss the issue of the desecration of Holy Quran in Sweden. The joint session would also adopt a resolution to condemn the desecration of the Holy Quran. He told the meeting that the sanctity of the Holy Quran was a part of the Muslims’ belief for which all of them were united. ‘Urgent UN meeting’Meanwhile, the UN Human Rights Council has called an urgent meeting on Quran desecration incident on Pakistan’s request.

People take part in a demonstration in Karachi on July 2 as they protest against the burning of the Holy Quran outside a Stockholm Mosque. — AFP/FileIn order to uphold the sanctity of the Holy Quran, the federal government has announced holding countrywide protests on Friday (July 7) against the recent incident of desecration of the holy book in Sweden. The joint session will unanimously pass a resolution against the recent incident of desecration of the holy book in Sweden, the premier added. Earlier today, amid worldwide protests and outrage over the desecration of the Holy Quran in Sweden, the United Nations Human Rights Council announced to hold its urgent session to address Islamophobia and religious hatred after Pakistan’s request. 'Despicable act'Last week, Pakistan strongly condemned the "despicable act" of the public burning of a copy of the Holy Quran.

Chairman of Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) and Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari has termed July 5, 1977, as a black day in national history. Since then, Pakistanis around the world observe the 5th of July as Black Day. According to the statement issued by Media Cell Bilawal House, the Chairman of PPP further said in his message that dictator Zia is a culprit of the Constitution of Pakistan and the Pakistani nation. Now there is only democracy in the present and future of Pakistan,” he added. The PPP Chairman saluted the Jiyalas (party workers) who were flogged, endured the hardships of imprisonment and embraced martyrdom for the sake of democracy during the Zia regime.

A summit of leaders of Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) member states began in virtual mode on Tuesday, with Iran expected to become a full member of the bloc at the session. Also at this year's SCO Council of Heads of State, Kazakhstan will be taking over as chair of the eight-nation group from the 23rd summit's host, India. Addressing the summit, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi said he was "happy Iran is becoming a member of SCO grouping," adding that the summit would also pave the way for Belarus to become a permanent member of the bloc. All SCO member states — China, Russia, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Pakistan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan — were invited to the summit, while Iran, Belarus, and Mongolia were invited as observer states, the ministry said earlierRussian President Vladimir Putin, China President Xi Jinping, Pakistan Premier Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif are among those attending the summit. Last year, the SCO Heads of state summit was held in Samarkand, Uzbekistan.