Nation to hear good news about IMF programme soon: DarMinister for Finance Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar says negotiations between Pakistan and the International Monetary Fund are on right track and we will announce good news soon. Talking to a private news channel on Tuesday, the Finance Minister said economic revival and trade deficit are the two challenges for the country. The Finance Minister said Foreign Debt increased by 30 Billion USD in last four years. The Finance Minister said past government did not honor the IMF conditions laid down in an agreement. Talking about the steps for the government employees, he said we did everything for the salaried class of the country.

LAHORE - Pre-monsoon stormy rains have lashed the country ending the spell of severe heatwave that has gripped the country for the last few days. But the heavy showers have also brought with them un­told miseries of inundation of dif­ferent cities across the country on Monday. Heavy rains also pounded various cities in Balo­chistan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Azad Kashmir. Streams and nullahs are in flood due to tor­rential rains in different areas of Balochistan, KP and AJK. Lahore, where heavy downpour has started pounding the city since early morning, has caused urban flooding in low lying areas.

ISLAMABAD: The nation will celebrate Eid-ul-Azha on Thursday with religious fervor to commemorate the great sacrifice of Hazrat Ibrahim and Hazrat Ismael (AS). The day will dawn with special prayers in mosques for well-being of Ummah and progress, prosperity and security of the country. Ulema, in their Eid sermons, will highlight the significance of the philosophy of great sacrifice rendered by Hazrat Ibrahim and Hazrat Ismail (AS). People will offer sacrifice of animals to follow the Sunnah of Hazrat Ibrahim (AS). Radio Pakistan, Pakistan Television and private media will air special programs in connection with Eid-ul-Azha while newspapers will publish special supplements highlighting the importance of Eid-ul-Azha and sacrifice of the animals.

The NHL Player Inclusion Coalition is the latest step in a process started in the summer of 2020, when the police killing of George Floyd led to a worldwide reckoning on matters of race. Specifically, Duggan said she and fellow coalition member Mark Fraser spoke to Toronto Maple Leafs players about Pride issues. The HDA was established outside the league’s umbrella by current and former NHL players of color in 2020 to speak out against racism and intolerance, and with a mission to open up hockey to minorities. “Hockey players deserve a world without doubt to know that hockey’s for them,” Carter said. “We’re not going to roll over and not celebrate Pride nights and not welcome that community into hockey,” she said.

Homelessness and unemployment are two interrelated problems that have drastic consequences for individuals and families, as well as the overall financial fabric of the general public. Pakistan, with its abundant potential and human resources, cannot easily overlook the magnitude of these difficulties. In addition, providing financial assistance, project preparation, and mentoring to aspiring business owners can enable them to design compliant organizations. Social safety nets and government assistance programmes: Implementation of health social care nets and government assistance projects can provide temporary assistance to those who are often unable to cope. Let us take a stab at Pakistan where want and unemployment are no longer an obstacle to balance and human satisfaction.

On June 14, in a devastating incident off the coast of Greece, a boat carrying over 700 migrants capsized and resulted in a significant loss of life, as only few dozens could survive. The individuals on board were hopeful migrants who had embarked on this perilous journey in search of a better life in Europe. The question arises: why did these migrants, especially Pakistanis, choose to leave their homeland in the first place? Additionally, political instability, social unrest, and security concerns also push individuals to leave their home country in search of safety and stability elsewhere. As long as economic disparities, political instability, and social challenges persist in certain regions, people will continue to seek opportunities elsewhere.

Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) Director General (DG) Major General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry said on Monday three officers including a lieutenant general were penalised during the accountability process of May 9 violence. The ISPR DG said a handful of miscreants did on May 9 what enemy could not do in 75 years. The ISPR DG said the heirs of martyrs were asking when the perpetrators would be brought to justice. Trial in military courtsSpeaking about the trials in military courts, the SPR chief said the case was being heard in the Supreme Court. The civil courts have transferred these cases to the military courts after checking evidence in line with law," he said.

According to a Foreign Office statement, Pakistan in the demarche raised objections to what it described as unwarranted, one-sided, and misleading references made in the joint statement. In an apparent bid to use the visit to further India’s agenda against Islamabad, a joint statement issued by the two heads of state late on Thursday called on Pakistan to crack down on extremists that target New Delhi. The statement called for action against extremist groups based in Pakistan such as the banned Lashkar-e-Taiba and Jaish-e-Mohammad. Reacting to the statement, the Foreign Office (FO) had termed the joint US-India statement “misleading and unwarranted”, saying that the “reference is contrary to diplomatic norms and has political overtones”. The joint US-India statement was issued against Pakistan after Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi met President Joe Biden a day earlier.

“While the Pakistan Army is giving these sacrifices, on the other hand, unfortunately, filthy propaganda was done on the basis of a false narrative for nefarious political objectives.”'Deliberate accountability process'"The decisions taken by the Pakistan Army reflect unity and clarity. "Three officers, including a lieutenant-general, have been fired and disciplinary proceedings against other officers, including three major generals and seven brigadiers, have been completed." Referring to trials in military courts, Sharif said those being tried will have the right of appeal in the apex court. "This information should assure you that the self-accountability within the Pakistan Army is carried out without discrimination. "I ask you, did the Pakistan Army build this narrative against itself?

The sequence of arrivals began with Nawaz’s touchdown in Dubai from London on Saturday, followed closely by Maryam’s arrival from Pakistan. In a surprising twist, Bilawal made his way to Dubai on Sunday, adding fuel to the growing anticipation. Dubai, known for its towering buildings, now serves as a backdrop to a real-life political occurrence, capturing the attention of millions in Pakistan. Sources in the ruling alliance shared that some other powerful stakeholders were also expected to attend the Dubai huddle. To a question, the PPP leader said the dissolution of assemblies was likely a week before the government’s tenure ended.

islamabad - Health expert Dr Arif Mehmood Sunday advised citizens to avoid excessive exertion or exercise in hot weather and urged to drink plenty of water that would help in the alleviation of heat in the body. Dr Arif suggested that sprinkling water on the clothes could also help dissipate the heat. Light-coloured, and loose clothing should be worn in this weather, instead of tight dark clothing, to allow for sweating and dispersion of heat. Wearing sunscreen, and using a wide-brimmed hat or cap can also protect the face and skin from the effects of heat and sun damage. “Drink water even if you are not thirsty it will have a protective effect on the body,” he added.

BAHAWALPUR -The Met Office on Sat­urday predicted dry and hot weather for the city for the next 24 hours. The maximum and mini­mum temperatures re­corded were 41 degrees centigrade and 30 de­grees centigrade during the last 24 hours. The dry and hot weather has also been forecast for the rest of the region.

Demographically, Balochistan is the largest province of Pakistan by area. Balochistan has a population of 12.34 million, comprising just 5.94% of the total population (207.77 million) of Pakistan. The province seems to be the most underdeveloped province in Pakistan, with the citizens struggling to meet their basic needs. Most of the well-skilled residents of Balochistan with professional degrees are jobless, because of which they resort to illegal activities. The government seldom announces jobs for the residents of Balochistan, which are again confined to specific sectors.

Satyaprem Ki Katha is set to feature a remake of the popular Coke Studio hit Pasoori. Aaryan took to social media to confirm the news and share a teaser of the song titled Pasoori Nu. However, the news of the song remake has sparked mixed reactions on social media. “Pasoori remake doesn’t make sense. pasoori remake doesn’t make sense and aren’t there other singers except arijit singh?

Under the Finance Bill 2023-24, which was approved with a majority vote, the tax collection target has increased from Rs9,200 billion to Rs9,415 billion and pension payment increased from Rs761 billion to Rs801 billion. Moreover, under National Finance Commission (NFC), instead of Rs5,276 billion, Rs5,390 billion will be received. A total of nine amendments were introduced in the Finance Bill 2023-24 - eight of the government while one of the opposition - and all were approved. Finance Minister Ishaq Dar also presented an amendment to the Petroleum Development Levy Ordinance which was approved by the House with a majority vote. Opposition member Maulana Abdul Akbar Chitrali's amendment, authorising the chairman standing committee to use a 1200 cc vehicle, was also accepted.