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Pakistan always fully supports right of Kashmiri people to self-determination: Syedal Khan


Quetta: Deputy Chairman Senate Syedal Khan Nasir on Friday said that the services of the Kashmiri people living in Balochistan for the development and prosperity of the province are not hidden from anyone.



He said that all possible steps would be taken to resolve the problems being faced by the Kashmiri people, Balochistan is a common home for all of us, for the construction and development of which we would have to work together.



He said this while talking to various delegations called on him here.



Kashmiris living in Balochistan were also among the delegations. The delegations included Tariq Butt Advocate, Javed Ahmed Khan, Jahangir Khan Kharoti, Sameera Khan, Mir Zaman Lehri, Mir Liaquat, Liaquat Rajput and others.



During the meetings, the overall political situation of the country, federal development projects underway in the province, and other issues were discussed.



The delegations informed Deputy Chairman Senate Syedal Khan Nasir about the problems being faced by the people in detail, on which the Deputy Chairman assured to resolve the issues.



Deputy Chairman Senate Syedal Khan Nasir said that Pakistan has always fully supported the right of the Kashmiri people to self-determination and openly condemned the Indian atrocities on the Kashmiris.



He said that Pakistan would continue to support the Kashmiri people in the future saying that the Kashmiri people have been living in Balochistan like brothers for centuries and their services for the development and prosperity of the province are not hidden from anyone.



He said that Balochistan is the common home of all the nations living here, whose development and prosperity is the responsibility of all of us, every possible effort would be made to resolve the problems faced by the Kashmiri people living in Quetta and other areas of Balochistan.



During the meeting, the coordinators of the Deputy Chairman Senate informed Deputy Chairman Senate Syedal Khan Nasir in detail about their performance in one month and the resolution of the problems of the people of the province.



Syedal Khan Nasir said that in order to maintain close contact with the people, he has appointed coordinators so that they could find out the problems of the people and convey them to him and practical steps would be taken to solve these problems.



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PTA intensifies crackdown on illegal provisioning of internet services


Islamabad: The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) Zonal Office in Lahore, in close collaboration with the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA), Corporate Crime Circle (CCC) Gujrat, conducted a crackdown against illegal internet service providers in District Gujrat.



Two successful raids were carried out at Habib Plaza, Karianwala, District Gujrat, and Prime Communication, Main GT Road, Sarai Alamgir, opposite Shan Bakers, District Gujrat. The service providers had been operating without valid licenses from PTA, said a news release.



The first raid was conducted at an operational setup located at Habib Plaza, Karianwala, which was being used to provide internet services through fiber optic and point-to-point (P2P) links in the Karianwala area of District Gujrat. During the raid, one individual was arrested, and relevant equipment was confiscated from the site, including one Cloud Switch Router (MikroTik), three OLTs, four GPON ONUs, and one Radius Server.



The second setup was dismantled in the Sarai Alamgir area of District Gujrat. During the raid, one person was arrested, and relevant equipment was confiscated from the site, including two switches (CISCO and GRANDSTREAM), five OLTs, four GPON ONUs, one Radius Server, and one invoice slip.



The successful efforts against illegal internet service providers can be attributed to PTA’s unwavering commitment, continuous monitoring, and persistent efforts to curb illegal internet services. These actions are crucial in curtailing losses to the national exchequer.



PTA urges the public to avail telecom services only from PTA-licensed operators to avoid sudden discontinuation of services. The list of licensed operators is available on the PTA website: www.pta.gov.pk.



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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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Fatima Jinnah awakened political consciousness among Muslim women: Ahmed Mahmood


Lahore: Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) South Punjab President and former Punjab governor Makhdoom Syed Ahmed Mahmood paid tribute to Madar-e-Millat Fatima Jinnah on her 133rd birth anniversary, describing her as one of Pakistan’s greatest national figures, whose leadership inspired Muslim women across the Subcontinent to participate in politics and the Pakistan Movement.

In a statement issued here on Friday, Ahmed Mahmood said Fatima Jinnah played a pivotal role alongside the Founder of Pakistan, Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah (RA), during the struggle for independence. He said her determination, courage, and unwavering support strengthened the movement for the creation of Pakistan while encouraging women to play an active role in the country’s political awakening.

He said Fatima Jinnah’s contributions extended well beyond the creation of Pakistan. According to him, she emerged as a symbol of democratic resistance by challenging a military rule and contesting the 1965 presidential election against General A
yub Khan, upholding democratic principles and constitutional values.

Makhdoom Ahmed Mahmood said Fatima Jinnah’s sacrifices, principled leadership, integrity, and commitment to the people continue to inspire Pakistanis, particularly women. He said her life demonstrated the indispensable role of women in strengthening democracy, promoting national stability, and contributing to Pakistan’s development.

He said the Pakistan Peoples Party remained committed to the ideals of democracy, human rights, equality, and constitutional supremacy, which he said reflected the vision of Madar-e-Millat. He added that the party renewed its pledge to continue working for a progressive, democratic, and prosperous Pakistan in line with her ideals.

The PPP South Punjab president further said that under the leadership of PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari and President Asif Ali Zardari, the party was determined to uphold Fatima Jinnah’s principles and work towards building a peaceful, dignified, and welfare-oriented state.

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GIMS cardiology department holds academic session for medical students


Sukkur: Department of Cardiology at the Gambat Institute of Medical Sciences (GIMS) in Friday organized an academic program for medical students under the supervision of renowned consultant cardiologist and interventionist, Dr. Niaz Abbasi.



The session aimed at enhancing clinical knowledge and professional grooming of young doctors. Medical students participated with great enthusiasm and engaged in a detailed discussion on key concepts of cardiology and modern interventional practices.



The interactive session provided a valuable platform for learning, knowledge-sharing, and question-answer interaction between the consultant and students. At the conclusion of the program, souvenirs were distributed among the speakers as a token of appreciation for their contribution.



Participants lauded the efforts of Dr. Niaz Abbasi and the Cardiology Department of GIMS for organizing such an informative and academically enriching activity and termed it highly beneficial for the future doctors.



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Court acquits man in ANF drug smuggling case


Islamabad: A Special Court for Control of Narcotic Substances on Friday acquitted Shahzad Shah in a narcotics case registered by the Anti-Narcotics Force (ANF), ruling that the prosecution had failed to prove its case beyond reasonable doubt.



Special Judge Dr. Abida Sajjad announced the verdict after hearing arguments in FIR No. 189/24 registered at ANF Police Station, Rawalpindi.



Defence counsel Danish Akbar Khan argued that his client had been arrested merely on suspicion and was later falsely implicated in the case. He maintained that the accused had no connection with the alleged narcotics and had no previous criminal record.



The defence further submitted that in narcotics cases, the prosecution is legally bound to establish its case beyond reasonable doubt, which it had failed to do.



After hearing arguments from both sides, the court acquitted the accused.



Shahzad Shah had been charged with allegedly attempting to smuggle two kilograms of hashish in the case registered at ANF Police Station, Rawalpindi.