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Peshawar:The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Assembly's Standing Committee on Energy and Power on Wednesday expressed strong concerns and frustration over the lackadaisical attitude of civil bureaucracy in attending the Committee's meetings.

The meeting, chaired by MPA Dawood Shah, was held in the Assembly Conference Room and attended by committee members, including MPAs Arbab Usman, Arbab Zarak Khan, Shafi Jan, Mehboob Sher, Taj Muhammad Tarand, Rehana Ismail, Adnan Khan, Gul Ibrahim and Abdul Salam.

Despite of the importance of the meeting's agenda, the Secretary for Energy arrived an hour and a half late. The Committee regarded this as a blatant act of negligence and disrespect toward the elected representatives.

Disappointed by the behavior, Chairman Dawood Shah adjourned the meeting in protest and announced that a privilege motion would be filed against the Secretary.

Speaking on the occasion, Dawood Shah remarked, "Parliamentary affairs are the backbone of democracy and it is imperative for all government officials to respect them. Such irresponsible conduct undermines democratic values and will not be tolerated in the future."

This is the second such incident within a month. Earlier, a protest was held during the meeting of the Standing Committee on Health over the absence of the Secretary and DG.

The Committee voiced its concern that such behavior not only compromise the sanctity of the parliamentary process but also hinders efforts to address public issues effectively.

Peshawar:The Social Welfare Board of the Department of Labour, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has announced skill development courses for youth on Wednesday.

These courses will be launched at various institutes of the Workers Welfare Board across different districts of the province in collaboration with National Vocational and Technical Training Commission (NAVTTC).

The offered courses are including Internet of Things (IoT) system development and application, household appliances repair and maintenance, graphic design (print media), general electrician, office management, and E-commerce.

These skill development courses will be taught at Government Monotech Institute, Aman Garh, Government Metric Tech Institute, Haripur, Government Polytechnic Institute, WWB, Dera Ismail Khan, Government Metric Tech Institute, Peshawar, Government Metric Tech Institute, Labour Colony Aman Garh and Government Monotech Institute, Bannu.

The duration of the said courses will be 3 to 6 months.

Sargodha:A man was killed while two sustained bluet injuries after firing between two opponent groups here in the area falling in jurisdiction of Shahpur Sadar Police jurisdiction here on Wednesday.

Police said that Bilal Haider, Murtaza, Nasir, Haider Hussain, Wahab, Shakeel and Rauf had been running a dispute.

On the day of the incident, after exchange of harsh words, they opened fire on each other, in which Murtaza was killed while Haider Hussain and Nasir sustained bullet injuries.

Police and Rescue 1122 reached the spot shifted the body and injured to hospital for necessary legal formalities.

Further investigation was under way.

Peshawar:Khyber Medical University (KMU) Peshawar hosted a seminar on self-accountability with Advisor to the Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on Accountability, Brigadier (R) Muhammad Musaddiq Abbasi as the chief guest.

The event was attended by KMU Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Zia ul Haq, faculty members, administrative officers, and staff.

In his address, Brigadier (R) Musaddiq Abbasi referred to the speech of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah on August 11, 1947, where he declared that corruption is poison for society.

He emphasized that corruption is like termites that destroy institutions and society from within. He shared that approximately 80-85% of corruption is driven by necessity, termed "Need-Based Corruption," while 15-20% occurs due to greed, known as "Greed-Based Corruption." He revealed that nearly $10 billion is transferred abroad annually by corrupt individuals.

Brigadier (R) Musaddiq Abbasi stated that as a nation, we should look up to the eagle as our role model, which avoids consuming unlawful (haram) food and believes in a simple lifestyle.

In contrast, a vulture survives on the prey of others, symbolizing greed and corruption. He emphasized that the concept of "Amr Bil Ma'ruf wa Nahi Anil Munkar" (enjoining good and forbidding evil) is the best way to eliminate corruption.

He added that, just as prevention is better than cure, precautionary measures are vital in combating corruption.

He pointed out that Pakistan ranks 29th in the world for corruption, which is a matter of serious concern and a significant challenge.

He highlighted that in countries where the rule of law prevails, corruption is almost non-existent, and these nations are prosperous and developed.

Conversely, societies where corruption is widespread are on the decline. He stressed the importance of ensuring halal (lawful) earnings in raising children, as neglecting this can have detrimental effects on future generations. He quoted the Quran, which instructs individuals to protect themselves and their families from the fire of Hell, emphasizing that the fight against corruption must begin at home.

He concluded by saying that punctuality and hard work are the keys to success, emphasizing that success requires effort in the right direction. He stressed that no nation can develop without honesty, which is the guarantee of success.

He urged everyone to read and understand the Quran, make it an integral part of their lives, and follow its teachings. The goal of the Quran is to learn, understand, spread, and act upon its guidance.

Muzaffargarh: The Orthopedic Department of Recep Tayyip Erdogan Hospital (Turkey Hospital ) has announced the commencement of its third annual Spine Week Surgery. The initiative follows two consecutive years of successful surgeries conducted under the supervision of local and international experts, delivering highly satisfactory results. This year's Free Spine Week offers a golden opportunity for patients suffering from severe spinal conditions that require surgery.

The surgeries will be performed by state-of-the-art technology under the supervision of renowned

specialists from Pakistan and abroad.

In line with Turkey Hospital's commitment to serving the underprivileged, all surgeries during Spine Week will be completely free for needy and deserving patients. Registration for the programme is now open at Turkey Hospital Muzaffargarh. Initial consultations and evaluations will be conducted from Monday to Thursday. Patients are encouraged to visit the hospital at the earliest to ensure timely appointments and assessments.

Dr Gohar Nawaz emphasized that this unique initiative was a rare opportunity for those who cannot afford high-quality spinal care. He urged patients to benefit from the free treatment programme, which is available till January 31, 2025. For registration and further details, patients can visit Turkey Hospital Muzaffargarh during working hours.

Peshawar:A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) has been signed between Krafters, a tech based platform engaged in business establishment and development services for home based workers and IDEA, to collaborate towards empowering youth through development of enterprise and livelihood.

The agreement was signed by Syed Zahid Ali Shah, CEO Kraftes and Ismail Mohammad, Project Manager TREE project of IDEA, an organization that has been working in the development sector for last many years and which encourages development and acceleration of new ideas.

'Through this partnership, Krafters and IDEA will embark on a journey towards sustainable entrepreneurship and youth development under the HUB app-based initiative,' said Syed Zahid Ali Shah

He added that Krafters, which boasts a network of over 9,000 home based workers, has also developed a digital App to guide individuals towards business establishment and business development through skill development, capacity building, startups, and market linkages.

Under the partnership, the beneficiaries of IDEA TREE project will be engaged initially, setting the foundation for sustainable development in diverse sectors, including financial inclusion, digital marketing and entrepreneurship.

Key highlights of the training include onboarding of skilled youth onto Hub portal, offering guidance on business registration, financial inclusion, value chains, and market linkages.

Specialized training sessions will be arranged for the first batch of 50 youth, focusing on enterprise development, product innovation, and marketing strategies.

'This partnership marks a significant step towards building resilient businesses and creating brighter futures for youth by offering opportunities and driving transformation,' Zahid Ali Shah emphasized.

It is noteworthy that Krafters has recently extended its outreach to the highly marginalized transgender community by offering training in skill development and digital marketing.

This step toward financial inclusion aims to provide equal opportunities for transgender individuals, enabling them to learn valuable skills such as embroidery, stitching, beautician training, and cooking.

Additionally, transgender trainees will be equipped with e-commerce skills to continue and expand their businesses as home-based workers. The app based initiative of Krafters is a step towards the 5e framework of the government of Pakistan towards empowerment, e-governance and equity.