Pervaiz Elahi Placed on 14-Day Judicial Remand in Judicial Complex Attack Case
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Pervaiz Elahi was on Friday sent to Adiala jail for 14-day remand in the court’s complex attack case. Judge Abul Hasnat Zulqarnain of the Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) in Islamabad rejected the prosecution’s request to remand the PTI leader. Elahi allegedly sent rioters to Islamabad to vandalize the court complex besides providing him with vehicles and batons, police said, adding that the detention was aimed at questioning Elahi about unidentified criminals and car recovery. His lawyer told the court that Elahi had joined PTI in April this year and was not a member of the party led by Imran Khan when party activists allegedly attacked the enforcers law outside the Federal Judicial Complex (FJC) on March 19. Elahi’s other lawyer, Babar Awan, also pleaded with the court to dismiss his client, saying the prosecution had failed to present any evidence to prove his client’s involvement in the terrorist attack. “There is no prison left in Punjab where I have not been detained,” Elahi told the judge while thanking him for inviting him to the podium. Elahi said he had a heart condition and had drugs implanted in his heart. Meanwhile, Elahi’s lawyer also filed a request to allow his family to see him and receive homemade food in prison. The judge also issued notice to the defendants on September 11 regarding Elahi’s bail application.
IMF Approves Relief Plan for Consumers Utilizing Up to 200 Units
Sources told Geo News that the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has given the green light to a relief proposal for consumers using up to 200 units, allowing authorities to bill money electricity in batches. However, the care government’s plan to provide assistance to those consuming up to 400 units of electricity per month was rejected by the Fund, the sources added. Final approval of the staggered bill recall will be given by the federal cabinet,” the sources said, adding that about 4 million electricity consumers could receive temporary assistance. through this initiative. However, sources said, if support is provided to those consuming up to 400 units of electricity, 32 million consumers could benefit. They added that the Washington-based lender had emphasized the need to crack down on electricity and gas thieves and improve debt collection. Separately, sources said the IMF has also asked for a 45-50% increase in gas tax from July 1. However, the increase in gas prices must be approved by the federal cabinet. After continuous protests by residents and traders, who took to the streets against sky-high electricity bill hikes and additional taxes, the formation was led by interim Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar in Islamabad has tried to persuade the global lender to agree to provide immediate relief to electricity consumers in the cash-strapped country, whose people have been hit by hyperinflation. It is important to note that this South Asian country is part of an IMF program and any bailout or subsidy must be approved by the IMF. The two sides have been conducting intense negotiations to find a solution to rising electricity bills amid nationwide protests.
Fast bowler Haris Rauf completed fastest 50 wickets in ODI,equals Waqar Younis record
Haris Rauf completed his 50 wickets in ODI cricket in the match against Bangladesh in the Super Four stage of the Asia Cup. Mohammad Naeem of Bangladesh became Haris Rauf’s 50th victim Haris Rauf crossed the milestone of 50 wickets in his 27th ODI match. He is the third fastest Pakistani bowler to take 50 wickets in ODIs along with Waqar Younis. Earlier, fast bowler Hasan Ali took 24 wickets, Shaheen Afridi took 25 wickets and Waqar Younis also took 50 wickets in 27 ODI matches. It should be noted that in the first match of the Super Four stage of the Asia Cup, the teams of Pakistan and Bangladesh are competing today. In the match played in Lahore today, Bangladesh has won the toss and decided to bat first against Pakistan.
Pakistan celebrates National Defense and Martyrs Day with patriotism
Pakistan’s military leaders paid tribute to the country’s fallen soldiers on the 58th Day of National Defense and Martyrs. The annual event on September 6 marks the day in 1965 when Indian forces crossed the border and launched an offensive into Pakistan’s eastern province of Punjab. The military’s media arm, Inter-Military Public Relations (ISPR), issued a statement citing statements from the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff and all military commanders. They highlighted the importance of the day, citing the heroism and sacrifice of past generations as a source of inspiration. The ISPR said the country’s freedom and peace are the result of the sacrifice of martyrs and veterans and that the Pakistani military remains committed to defending the country from all threats, both internal and external. The ISPR also warned that any attempt by the enemy to destroy the peace in Pakistan would be met with the full force of the Pakistani military.
Multan Sultans making history: Hijab Zahid appointed as the PSL’s first female general manager
The Multan Sultans are breaking barriers and making headlines for the best possible reason. They just appointed the first female CEO in PSL’s history. “Hijab Zahid”, is also the youngest general manager in franchise history and will become one of the only women appointed to lead the T20 franchise globally. Hijab is currently the manager of Grassroots Cricket, a position she has held since the beginning of the year. She replaced outgoing general manager Haider Azhar. According to sources, Hijab holds a master’s degree in project management from the University of Hertfordshire and previously served as communications director for Islamabad United. “It’s much more difficult to assert her authority as a woman,” Zahid told the publication. Culturally, it’s harder for men to follow women’s instructions. We have people in this industry who have never been in contact with women in their lives through no fault of their own, especially in this power sector”. “So, I hope we will have more conversations and workshops about letting women take the lead here. While people are used to women taking up such positions in the business world in Pakistan, this is not the case in the sports world. In the future, we want to train people to be analysts, presenters, media managers. This will open the doors for many women.
AB De villiers praises Shaheen’s bowling in Asia Cup 2023 against India
The much-anticipated match between India and Pakistan in the Asian Cup fell through after just one inning due to rain. Shaheen Shah Afridi led the attack as Pakistan took four crucial wickets to beat India for a total of 266 in 48.5 overs. However, the next game was canceled due to persistent rain in. India struggled 66-4 in the beginning of the innings, but Ishan Kishan (82 points) and Hardik Pandya (87 points) made a remarkable comeback, adding 138 points and giving their side a competitive edge. Unfortunately, the match was declared a draw, with both teams splitting the points as rain-related chaos dictated the final decision. Cricket legend AB De Villiers said Shaheen Shah Afridi’s exceptional performance in the Asian Cup match between India and Pakistan was a testament to his ability to rise to the occasion when it matters. Shaheen’s impressive bowling, especially important wickets against Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, proved his talent and composure under pressure. ‘Ab De Villiers’ statement underscored his belief that “Shaheen Shah Afridi has the potential to shine on the big stage, and he looks forward to even greater achievements in the future as he continues to develop into one of the best fast bowlers in international cricket”.Despite disappointing weather results, Pakistan secured a place in the Super 4 stage with an early victory in the tournament. Impressive bowling performances from Shaheen Afridi, including the sending off of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, played a key role in Pakistan’s form. Both sides had some great moments in the match, but in the end the unpredictable weather decided the outcome.
Ex-PCB chairman Najam Sethi expressed his anger over ICC chosen Sri Lanka as Asia Cup venue
Former Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) President Najam Sethi has replaced current Asia Cricket Council (ACC) President Jay Shah after India v Pakistan lost to rain in the 2023 Asian Cup. criticized Mr. Sethi announced on X (formerly Twitter) that he had recommended to the ACC that the remaining matches of the Asian Cup be played in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) instead of Sri Lanka. However, the ACC chose the island nation due to concerns about the heat in the Middle East.Najam Sethi has criticized the ACC’s decision not to choose the United Arab Emirates to co-host the Asian Cup after India’s refusal to host matches in Pakistan, citing political considerations as the cricket federation’s choice.Ex-PCBHe expressed disappointment at the decision to allow the Games to be held in Sri Lanka, calling it “unacceptable”. Sethi also noted that the Asian Cup had previously been held in the United Arab Emirates and that the weather conditions for the September 2022 tournament would be different, with the Indian Premier League held there in April 2014 and September 2020. He also pointed out that the weather was the same for the IPL match. hot. He concluded by suggesting that politics has overshadowed the spirit of sportsmanship.
India mostly loses match against Pakistan because of their media pressure: Shoaib Akhtar
Former Pakistani fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar criticized the Indian media for putting unnecessary pressure on the Indian national cricket team ahead of a high-risk match against Pakistan. India and Pakistan are scheduled to open the 2023 Asian Cup, but Akhtar said the media frenzy has a negative impact on the Indians’ team performance during the 2022 Asian Cup Super Four game. “I remembered past events”.Akhtar expressed his belief that while India does not have talent shortages, it often succumbs to intense pressure from the media. He called on the Indian media to show more respect and lessen the burden on the national team, saying it would be counterproductive to put too much pressure on the national team. Akhtar reflected on his own experience, referring to a time in Dubai where the Indian media heavily promoted his country’s team, creating an atmosphere of great pressure. Such an approach could backfire, he said, saying that if Pakistan were seen as an outsider, it would ease the pressure on the country and allow it to act more freely and confidently,he added.Notably, Pakistan beat India in the Super 4 stage of the 2022 Asian Cup, beating them by five wickets in a memorable match at Dubai International Stadium. In the current Asian Cup, Pakistan started with a commanding victory over Nepal and won by 238 points.
Islamabad ATC granted bail to Iman Mazari arrested in latest terrorist incident
Iman and former MP Ali Wazir were arrested on suspicion of hate speech on August 20, two days after a public rally of the Pashtun Tahaffuz Movement (PTM) in Islamabad. A video circulating on social media showed a speaker criticizing military authorities over enforced disappearances.They were charged with two separate charges: sedition charges by the counter-terrorism police and “rioting” by the Tarnol police. The next day, August 21, Islamabad’s Air Traffic Control Authority granted police three days of pre-trial detention against them and Wazir in the riot incident.On August 28, she was released on bail with Wazir in a sedition case, but was re-arrested by Islamabad police within hours in connection with the newly filed terrorism case. The next day, ATC handed her over to the police for the same incident and held her for three days.At yesterday’s hearing, Iman’s lawyer, Kaiser Imam, requested her to release on bail and urged the court to hold an early hearing, citing her client’s health concerns.Justice Abu Al Hasnat Zulqarnain presided over today’s hearing. Iman’s mother, former human rights minister Shireen Mazari, was also present, along with lawyers Zainab Janjua and Imam.
Developing PayPal and Stripe payment gateways in Pakistan is our top priority: IT Minister
Acting Federal Minister for IT, Telecommunications and Science and Technology, Dr. Umar Saif, announced that the launch of PayPal and Stripe payment gateways in Pakistan is a top priority for the current government. Speaking at the ITCN Asia 2023 ceremony in Karachi, he acknowledged the challenges facing freelancers in Pakistan due to the lack of such payment platforms. Dr. Saif emphasized the importance of enabling PayPal and Stripe as they are essential for the freelancer community, which makes up a large part of the country’s online workforce. He has expressed his intention to meet with representatives of these companies to that end.In addition, Dr. He mentioned the potential of Pakistan’s IT industry in addressing Pakistan’s trade imbalance. He explained that the IT sector, with its large educated and tech-savvy population, could play a key role in improving economic conditions. Pakistan’s IT industry is already the second largest online job market in the world, with around 400,000 online freelancers contributing to the economy. Doctor. Saif acknowledged the challenges faced by the IT industry, including tax changes and the difficulty of transferring funds to Pakistan. He expressed the government’s determination to support the industry, including exploring the possibility of a dollar reserve account, which could result in a significant increase in the size of the industry from $2.6 billion to $3.5 billion in a short period of time. Stated.