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Abbasi grieved over loss of 34 lives in Quetta coal mine tragedy


Islamabad: Federal Minister for Railways Muhammad Hanif Abbasi on Friday expressed profound grief and sorrow over the loss of 34 precious lives in a coal mine accident in the Soranj area on the outskirts of Quetta.



The minister extended his heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families of the deceased miners and prayed for the eternal peace of the departed souls and for strength and patience for their families to bear the irreparable loss.



In his condolence message, Hanif Abbasi said that miners are a valuable asset to the country’s economy and stressed that strict implementation of safety regulations was essential to protect their lives.



He emphasized that safety mechanisms, monitoring systems and occupational standards in coal mines should be further strengthened to prevent tragic incidents like the Soranj mine accident in the future.



The minister said that protecting the lives and property of the working class was the foremost responsibility of the state and the relevant institutions, urging effective measures to avoid such tragedies.



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Madar-e-Millat remembered on 133rd birth anniversary


Lahore: Madar-e-Millat Mohtarma Fatima Jinnah was remembered here and across the country on Friday as a fearless leader and the trusted sister and adviser of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah, on the occasion of her 133rd birth anniversary.



Born on July 31, 1893, in Karachi, she went on to become one of the most prominent leaders of the Pakistan Movement. She earned a degree in Dental Surgery from Calcutta and established her own dental clinic in Bombay, before dedicating herself to the political struggle alongside her brother.



She stood firmly beside Quaid-e-Azam throughout the Pakistan Movement, playing a vital role in awakening political awareness among Muslim women and mobilising them for the cause. In 1937, she founded the All India Muslim League Women’s Committee, which proved instrumental in spreading the movement’s message among women across the Subcontinent.



Following the creation of Pakistan in 1947, she worked tirelessly for the rehabilitation of refugees and the provision of medical assistance. In later years, she emerged as a champion of democratic values, notably challenging the military rule.



The nation continues to remember her national, democratic, and social services with deep respect and gratitude, with her efforts remaining a beacon of light for generations.



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Commissioner inspects protective embankments of district SBA


Hyderabad: Commissioner Shaheed Benazirabad Division, Shahmeer Khan Bhutto, accompanied by Chief Engineer Sukkur Left Bank, Ghulam Mujtaba Dhamrah, here on Friday conducted a detailed inspection of the protective embankments along Indus River passing through the limits of District Shaheed Benazirabad.



He inspected the current condition of the embankments, their structural strength, and the arrangements made to deal with any potential flood situation. During visit, officials of Irrigation Department gave Commissioner a detailed briefing on the condition of the protective embankments, vulnerable locations, flow of water in Indus River, and precautionary measures taken in view of the ongoing monsoon season.



Inspecting various sections of the embankments, Commissioner directed concerned officers to ensure continuous monitoring of the flood protection structures in light of Meteorological Department’s forecast of heavy rains and the prevailing flood situation in Punjab. He instructed that any weak points identified should be repaired and strengthened immediately to effectively cope with any emergency.



The Commissioner said that protection of human lives, property, and agricultural land was the government’s top priority. He emphasized that all concerned departments must remain fully prepared to discharge their responsibilities. He further directed that round-the-clock surveillance of protective embankments be maintained throughout the monsoon season and that all necessary machinery, manpower, and flood response equipment should be remained ready at all times to ensure a prompt response to any emergency.



The visit was also attended by Superintending Engineer Rohri Canal Atta Muhammad Chhajro, Executive Engineer Dad Division Bilawal Hussain Laghari, SDO Sakrand Bund Tejal Atta Chandio, Assistant Commissioner Sakrand Rameez Raja, and other concerned officials.



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CM Bugti takes notice of traffic coal mine accident in Surranj, seeks report from concerned dept


Quetta: Balochistan Chief Minister Mir Sarfraz Bugti on Friday took strict notice of the tragic coal mine accident in Surranj and sought an immediate report from the Mines and Minerals Department.



He also expressed deep sorrow and grief over the accident and extended his heartfelt sympathy and condolences to the families of the deceased miners.



He prayed that Allah Almighty may forgive the deceased, grant them a high position in His mercy and grant patience to the bereaved families.



Mir Sarfraz Bugti directed the Mines and Minerals Department to conduct a complete, transparent and impartial inquiry into the incident to determine the causes of the accident and submit a detailed report immediately.



He clarified that if any negligence or violation of safety regulations is found during the investigation, strict action will be taken against those responsible as per the law.



The Chief Minister directed that all necessary steps be taken to provide all possible assistance to the affected families.



He said that the protection of the lives of miners is the top priority of the government and strict implementation of safety standards and mining laws should be ensured in coal mines across the province.



Chief Minister reiterated the resolve that no compromise would be made on the protection of human lives and effective steps would be taken to prevent such tragic incidents in the future.



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Green bus service begins operations on two routes in Vehari district


Vehari: The Green Bus Service has officially commenced operations on the Vehari-Burewala and Vehari-Tibba Sultanpur routes, providing residents with a modern, comfortable and affordable public transport facility.



Launched with a fleet of 11 buses, the service is aimed at improving connectivity between the two routes and facilitating daily commuters, students, traders, government employees and the general public.



Speaking on the occasion, the participants hailed the launch of the Green Bus Service as a significant milestone in improving public transport facilities in the region.



They said the service would provide passengers with safe, comfortable and reliable transportation while making travel between Burewala and Vehari more convenient and accessible.



Secretary Regional Transport Authority Kamran Anwar said the Vehari-Burewala and Vehari-Tibba Sultanpur services form part of a comprehensive public transport expansion plan for the region.



He said the project is being implemented in phases, with these two routes becoming operational in the first phase. He added that five buses have been allocated to each route, ensuring regular operations and greater convenience for commuters.



Kamran Anwar said the Vehari-Burewala route has an estimated travel time of 70 minutes, while buses will operate at 80-minute intervals. He added that the Vehari-Tibba Sultanpur route has also been launched with five buses to provide a regular and dependable service for passengers. He said the initiative is aimed at enhancing regional connectivity, easing travel difficulties and providing the public with an efficient, affordable and modern transport system.



The launch of the Green Bus Service marks an important step towards strengthening the public transport network in Vehari district and meeting the growing transportation needs of the local population.



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Drizzle in city, more showers likely till August 4


Lahore: Drizzle was recorded at isolated locations in the provincial capital on Friday, however Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecast more monsoon rains till Tuesday, with occasional breaks.



According to a spokesperson of Pakistan Meteorological Department, rain-wind/thundershowers (with scattered heavy falls at times very heavy) is expected in Attock, Chakwal, Jhelum, Mandi Bahauddin, Gujrat, Gujranwala, Hafizabad, Wazirabad, Sialkot, Narowal, Lahore, Okara, Kasur, Sheikhupura, Nankana Sahib, Faisalabad, Jhang, Toba Tek Singh, Chiniot, Khushab, Mianwali, Layyah, Bhakkar, Noorpurthal, Sargodha, Sahiwal and Pakpattan till 04th August with occasional gaps.



Rain-wind/thundershowers (with scattered heavy falls) is expected in Bahawalpur, Bahawalnagar, Rahim Yar Khan, Khanpur, Multan, Vehari, Khanewal, Lodhran, Muzaffargarh, Kot Addu, Dera Ghazi Khan and Rajanpur till 03rd August with occasional gaps.