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Day: October 17, 2023

Army, Rangers assistance to be sought for general elections: CEC

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Army
  • Sikandar Sultan Raja reviewed preparations regarding upcoming elections.
  • 26,783,254 registered voters will exercise their right to vote in Sindh.
  • Chief secretary of Sindh assured implementation of all orders.

ISLAMABAD: Chief Election Commissioner(CEC) Raja Sikandar Sultan said that the assistance of the Pakistan Army and Rangers will be sought for smooth holding of upcoming general elections.

CEC Sikandar Sultan Raja announced while chairing a high-level session to review preparations regarding the upcoming general elections.

The Election Commission said that 26,783,254 registered voters will exercise their right to vote in Sindh. Raja Sikandar Sultan has said that the assistance of the Army and Rangers will also be taken in the elections.

The Election Commission said that the chief secretary of Sindh has assured the implementation of all the orders.

Elections will be held on 61 seats of the National Assembly and 130 seats of the Provincial Assembly in Sindh. More than 19,236 polling stations will be built in Sindh.

The Election Commission said that 4,430 polling stations in Sindh are highly sensitive while 8,080  stations have been declared sensitive.

Chief Secretary Sindh said that the Sindh government will provide full support to the Election Commission for the elections. The ECP is implementing 100% transfer posting under the orders.

Chief Secretary Sindh further said that the availability of all the facilities at the polling stations will be ensured.

IG Sindh said that a security plan has been prepared by the Sindh Police while 110,334 police personnel will perform duties in the general elections.

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ICC World Cup 2023 Live Streaming: How to Watch New Zealand vs Afghanistan Live | Match 17

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ICC World Cup 2023 Live Streaming: How to Watch New Zealand vs Afghanistan Live | Match 17

New Zealand won by 5 wickets in the ICC World Cup 2023. Ravindra’s century led the Kiwis to victory. The match showcased cricket’s unpredictability and thrilled fans. New Zealand defeated Afghanistan by 5 wickets in a thrilling encounter in the 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup on Tuesday. The match was played at the MA Chidambaram … Read more

Toyota Hilux is now available on Easy Monthly Installments

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Toyota Hilux is now available on Easy Monthly Installments

Toyota Pakistan and the Bank of Punjab have partnered to offer an attractive deal for financing. This collaboration aims to simplify the process of acquiring one of Toyota’s popular Hilux models. It’s essential to note that specific terms and conditions apply to this offer. Toyota Pakistan and the Bank of Punjab have joined forces to … Read more

Greta Thunberg Held at Fossil-Free London Protest

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Greta Thunberg Held at Fossil-Free London Protest

Greta Thunberg detained at Fossil Free London protest outside InterContinental Hotel. Protesters attempted to block hotel entrance, leading to Thunberg’s arrest. Metropolitan Police imposed restrictions under Section 14 of the Public Order Act. Greta Thunberg was taken into custody during a Fossil Free London demonstration. The Swedish climate activist and fellow protesters gathered outside the … Read more

ICC World Cup 2023 Schedule & Squad today, 18th Oct 2023

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ICC World Cup 2023 Schedule & Squad today, 18th Oct 2023

New Zealand triumphs with Ravindra’s century. Afghanistan posts 250; Shahidi shines. Thrilling, unpredictable match in Chennai. In a thrilling showdown under the blazing sun of Chennai, New Zealand and Afghanistan clashed in a crucial match of the 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup. The MA Chidambaram Stadium was bustling with anticipation as both teams prepared to … Read more

Tusk’s Opposition Gains Ground in Pivotal Poland Election

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Tusk's Opposition Gains Ground in Pivotal Poland Election

Poland’s general election results favor opposition parties over the ruling Law and Justice (PiS) party. PiS secured 35.38% of the vote, with the Civic Coalition led by Donald Tusk at 30.7%. Donald Tusk is likely to form a broad coalition, ending PiS’s eight-year rule. In Poland’s general election, opposition parties have obtained enough votes to … Read more

ICC World Cup 2023: Netherlands stun South Africa in World Cup upset

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ICC World Cup 2023: Netherlands stun South Africa in World Cup upset

Netherlands upsets South Africa at ICC World Cup 2023. South Africa’s rocky start hurts their net run rate. Skipper Scott Edwards stars in Netherlands’ historic win. In a remarkable turn of events at the ICC World Cup 2023, the Netherlands pulled off the tournament’s most significant upset to date as they triumphed over South Africa, … Read more

Army soldier laid to rest with full military honours

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Army
  •  A large number of people participated in funeral prayer.
  • Sepoy Waris Khan left behind a widow and two sons.
  • He was laid to rest in native town Karak District.

RAWALPINDI: The funeral prayer of Shaheed Sepoy Waris Khan, who embraced martyrdom in a fierce exchange of fire with terrorists in Miran Shah area of North Waziristan on Monday was held with full military honors in his native town Karak District.

A large number of army officers, soldiers, relatives and local people participated in the funeral prayer of the martyr, an Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) news release said.

Sepoy Waris Khan left behind a widow and two sons besides parents to mourn. “The determination and morale of the soldiers of the Pakistan Army cannot be shaken by the cowardly acts of the terrorists. The war against terrorism will continue until the end of the last terrorist,” the ISPR said.

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Pakistan disappointed over UNSC’s failure to adopt Russia’s draft for Gaza ceasefire

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Pakistan pushes UNSC to ensure implementation of its Gaza ceasefire resolution

UNITED NATIONS: Pakistan, which along with many Arab and OIC countries co-sponsored the Russian draft resolution calling for a ceasefire in Gaza, expressed disappointment that the UN Security Council did not approve the balanced text. “The most urgent need at this stage is a ceasefire,” Ambassador Munir Akram, Permanent Representative of Pakistan to the UN, … Read more

Four member of anti-polio team kidnapped in Tank

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Tank
  • Anti-polio monitoring team was going to Kari Umar Khan.
  • DPO said monitoring team went to village without security.
  • A search operation started in area to recover hostages.

TANK: Four member of anti-polio team abducted in Kari Umar Khan village of Tank District , Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.

District Police Officer(DPO) Iftikhar Shah, the anti-polio monitoring team including  lady worker was going to Kari Umar Khan village when unknown persons kidnapped the team.

He said that the monitoring team went to Kari Umar Khan village without security.

The DPO said that a search operation has been started in the area to recover the hostages and arrest the kidnappers.

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Xiaomi’s CEO Unveiled HyperOS, the first OS to debut with Xiaomi 14 series

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Xiaomi's CEO Unveiled HyperOS, the first OS to debut with Xiaomi 14 series

Xiaomi’s CEO Lei Jun revealed HyperOS, set to launch with the Xiaomi 14 series. HyperOS, still based on Android open-source, will merge with Xiaomi’s IoT platform, Vela. Xiaomi’s preparations for HyperOS began in 2014, aiming to connect “tens of billions of devices.” Today, Xiaomi’s CEO Lei Jun unveiled HyperOS, which will officially launch with the … Read more

Israel-Hamas War: Gaza’s Injured Children Without Families

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Israel-Hamas War: Gaza's Injured Children Without Families

UK surgeon treats wounded children in Gaza. Many in northern Gaza ignore relocation advice. Dr. Abu Sittah’s family visited by UK counter-terrorism police. “There is no lonelier place in this universe than around the bed of a wounded child who has no more family to look after them,” British doctor Ghassan Abu Sittah, who is … Read more

Kakar, Putin discuss ways to enhance bilateral, regional cooperation

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Kakar, Putin discuss ways to enhance bilateral, regional cooperation

BEIJING: Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar on Tuesday met with Russian President Vladimir Putin here wherein the two leaders emphasized exploring the ways to further enhance bilateral cooperation in multiple spheres including trade and defence. In the meeting held on the sidelines of the Belt and Road Forum, the two sides stressed the need to … Read more

Israel-Hamas War: Pro-Khalistan Donation Bolsters Palestinian Cause with $21,000

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Israel-Hamas War: Pro-Khalistan Donation Bolsters Palestinian Cause with $21,000

Pro-Khalistan group SFJ donates $21,000 to aid Gaza bombing victims. The contribution funneled through Guru Nanak Sikh Gurdwara in Canada to UNRWA. Donation made in memory of Khalistan activist Shaheed Hardeep Singh Nijjar. Pro-Khalistan advocacy group, Sikh for Justice (SFJ), has pledged a $21,000 donation to assist those impacted by the Israeli airstrikes in Gaza. … Read more

Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra Price in UAE & Features – Oct 2023

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Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra Price in UAE & Features - Oct 2023

The Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra has a stunning 6.9-inch 120 Hz display. The phone has an improved S Pen stylus for precision note-taking, drawing, and navigation. The device includes multiple storage configurations, starting at 256GB. The Samsung Galaxy Note series has always been a hallmark of premium innovation and cutting-edge technology, and the Galaxy … Read more

Caretaker govt contacts with PTI leadership for free, transparent elections

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Caretaker govt contacts with PTI leadership for free, transparent elections

LAHORE: Caretaker Information Minister Murtaza Solangi met senior leader of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), Shafqat Mehmood for conduct of free and fair elections in the country. The meeting took place at the request of Solangi at the Shafqat ‘s residence. The discussions centered on several critical matters, including ensuring transparent and equitable elections in the country, … Read more

ICC World Cup 2023: Zampa confident ahead of Pakistan clash

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ICC World Cup 2023: Zampa confident ahead of Pakistan clash

Zampa: 4 wickets for 47 runs, player of the match. Zampa’s unwavering wicket-taking mindset. Vital boost for Australia’s campaign against Pakistan. Australia’s spinner Adam Zampa played a pivotal role in securing a crucial victory for his team against Sri Lanka in the ongoing ICC ODI World Cup. After suffering two consecutive losses, Australia found themselves … Read more

Suicide Blast Claims Life of Somali Television Journalist Nur

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Suicide Blast Claims Life of Somali Television Journalist Nur

Somali TV journalist Qeys killed in Mogadishu suicide bombing Al-Shabab claims responsibility for the attack at Blue Sky restaurant Qeys is the first journalist to die in Somalia this year A renowned Somali TV journalist, Abdifatah Moalim Nur, widely known as Qeys, was laid to rest after falling victim to a suicide bombing at a … Read more

Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra Price in USA & Features – Oct 2023

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Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra Price in USA & Features - Oct 2023

The smartphone market sees continuous innovation with each flagship release. The S23 Ultra has a versatile quad-camera setup for stunning photos and videos. Pen support is included for note-taking and precision navigation. The smartphone market has been witness to a continuous wave of innovation and advancement, with each new flagship release pushing the boundaries of … Read more

Policeman killed in firing incident in New Karachi

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Policeman
  • He was sleeping in drawing room of house.
  • Muhammad Qasim was killed by firing in Ayub Goth.
  • Muhammad Qasim was father of five daughters.

KARACHI: A policeman was killed in firing by an unknown person in a house in a private housing society of New Karachi.

According to the police, 40-years-old Muhammad Qasim was killed by firing at his house in Ayub Goth Osmania Society. Qasim was an officer of Security Zone-II in Sindh Police and was the father of five daughters.

The deceased’s brother said that Mohammad Qasim was the gunman of former IG Balochistan Mir Zubair who had moved to Islamabad after retirement and took Mohammad Qasim along with him.

According to the deceased’s brother, Qasim had come to Karachi to meet his mother and brothers. At the time of the incident, he was sleeping in the drawing room of the house, when someone shot from outside the window of the drawing room and killed Qasim.

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Tiger Shroff praises his co-star Kriti Sanon on National Award

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Tiger Shroff

Tiger Shroff and Kriti Sanon debuted together in “Heropanti.” Kriti Sanon recently won the Best Actress award at the 69th National Film Awards for her role in “Mimi.” Tiger Shroff congratulated Kriti on her achievement and discussed their reunion after nine years. Tiger Shroff and Kriti Sanon made their Bollywood debut with the movie “Heropanti … Read more

PCB lodges complaint with ICC over ‘inappropriate conduct’ by Indian fans

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PCB lodges complaint with ICC over 'inappropriate conduct' by Indian fans

PCB complains to ICC about crowd conduct in World Cup 2023. Rizwan targeted due to dedication to Palestine. Visa issues for Pakistani fans and journalists in India. The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has officially lodged a complaint with the International Cricket Council (ICC) regarding the “inappropriate conduct” directed at the Pakistani cricket team during their … Read more

Palestinians have full diplomatic, moral and political support of Pakistan: Gen Asim

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COAS Gen Munir says Palestinians have full diplomatic, moral and political support of Pakistan

RAWALPINDI: The 260th Corps Commanders Conference chaired by Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Syed Asim Munir was held at GHQ on Tuesday, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said. The forum reiterated the commitment of the Pakistan Army to defend the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Pakistan against all kinds of direct and indirect threats. … Read more

Ganguly’s criticism of Pakistan team sparks debate

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Ganguly's criticism of Pakistan team sparks debate

Ganguly questions Pakistan’s pressure handling after ICC T20 loss to India. Pakistan’s batting woes lead to a defeat against India. India secures 8th consecutive World Cup win against Pakistan. The Pakistan cricket team’s performance in the recent match started promisingly as they reached 155-2 in 29 overs. However, their innings took a downturn, and they … Read more

Ukraine Downs Russian Choppers in Berdyansk & Luhansk

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Ukraine Downs Russian Choppers in Berdyansk & Luhansk

Ukraine targets Berdyansk and Luhansk, destroys Russian helicopters and munitions. Russian casualties reported, no official response. Unverified footage shows explosions. In a statement by special forces, Ukraine announced it had targeted Russian-occupied cities, Berdyansk and Luhansk, destroying nine Russian helicopters, an air defense system, equipment, and a munitions depot. The operation reportedly resulted in numerous … Read more

ANF busts gang involved in online drug trafficking

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ANF
  • 33 ready parcels of drugs recovered from arrested suspects.
  • ANF recovered 53 kg of hashish, 1.6kg ice and 1.2kg opium.
  • Gang involved in drug trafficking through online apps in Pakistan.

RAWALPINDI: Anti-Narcotics Force (ANF) has busted a drug trafficking gang operating across the country through online apps.

The ANF arrested eleven members of a group involved in drug trafficking through Internet.

ANF ​​spokesman said that 33 parcels of drugs have been recovered from the arrested suspects. The ANF teams recovered 53 kg  of hashish, 1.6kg ice and 1.2kg  of opium .

ANF ​​said that the network of the group involved in drug trafficking through online apps is spread across all four provinces.

However, further investigation into drug trafficking through online apps is being conducted.

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