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Marriyum Aurangzeb discusses lethality of smog in Lahore

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Punjab government relaxes smog restrictions

LAHORE: The Senior Minister of Punjab Marriyum Aurangzeb recently discussed the air quality of Lahore, shedding light on its smog crisis.

While addressing the media, Marriyum Aurangzeb commented on Lahore’s history of smog including the escalation in the past years.

She disclosed that the Air Quality Index (AQI) has reached hazardous levels in the districts of Lahore. She went on to call the smog in Lahore dangerous and even potentially lethal.

According to her, the index has risen to 450, while an index higher than 150 can be lethal. She also pointed out that Kasur, Sheikhupura and even Narowal are being engulfed by smog.

The Senior Minister also highlighted the link of smog with weather and its carcinogenic potential.

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PEMRA bans reporting of court proceedings

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PEMRA

ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority (PEMRA) has banned reporting of court proceedings other than written orders.

In the directive issued by PEMRA, it has been said that tickers and headlines related to cases under hearing in the courts should be avoided and only written orders should be reported.

According to PEMRA guidelines, TV channels can show live court proceedings.

PEMRA said that TV channels should refrain from airing any content, discussion, suggestion or opinion that may influence judicial decisions.

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Marriyum vows to implement vision presented by PM-elect

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Marriyum vows to implement vision presented by PM-elect

      ISLAMABAD: PML -N Leader Marriyum Aurangzeb says the vision and manifesto presented by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in the Parliament regarding the progress and development of country will be materialized in letter and spirit. Addressing a news conference in Islamabad today, she said that newly elected Prime Minister has tremendous credentials of … Read more

Nawaz Sharif will to get rid of crisis: Marriyum Aurangzeb

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Nawaz Sharif inflation formula

Pakistan Muslim League Nawaz (PML-N) spokesperson Marriyum Aurangzeb has said that Nawaz Sharif has the formula to get rid of inflation, Bol News reported on Saturday. In a statement, the PML-N spokesperson said that those who are crying for a level playing field have lodged an FIR on us and filed an FIR of terrorism, … Read more

Ijaz’s ‘misdeeds’ cannot be rectified thru resignation: Marriyum

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Ijaz’s 'misdeeds' cannot be rectified thru resignation: Marriyum

LAHORE: In response to the resignation of Justice Ijazul Ahsan, a senior judge of the Supreme Court of Pakistan, Marriyum Aurangzeb, the spokesperson for the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N), stated that his ‘misdeeds’ cannot be rectified merely through resignation. Following Justice Ijazul Ahsan’s resignation, Marriyum Aurangzeb asserted in a statement that the retired apex court … Read more

ATC cancels Marriyum Aurangzeb’s arrest warrant in anti-state speech case

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Marriyum Aurangzeb arrest

The Anti-Terrorism Court of Lahore on Saturday canceled the arrest warrant of PMLN leader Marriyum Aurangzeb in the anti-state speech case. Marriyum along with PMLN’s Mian Javed Latif appeared before the ATC, following which she secured a relief from possible arrest in anti-state speech case. ATC judge Abhar Gul Khan conducted the hearing against PMLN … Read more

Marriyum announces withdrawal of Pemra Amendment Bill 2023

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Pemra Amendment Bill

Minister vows to upholding constitutional values and democratic principles. Expressed her strong belief in the essential role of an autonomous and dynamic media within a democratic society. Minister stressed her dedication to preserving media freedom. In a notable development, Minister for Information and Broadcasting, Marriyum Aurangzeb, revealed a significant announcement on Monday, stating the withdrawal … Read more

PEMRA Bill 2023 passed unanimously with consultations of stakeholders

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consultations
  • She said PEMRA Bill remained in public domain for 20 days.
  • She said media and stakeholders were consulted on bill.
  • PEMRA Bill 2023 protects the rights of media workers.

ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Marriyum Aurangzeb said that the Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority (PEMRA) Amendment Bill 2023 was passed by the National Assembly with unanimous vote after detailed deliberations with all stakeholders.

She said, it was unjustified that the people who prepared the said bill were irrelevant although all the media organizations and stakeholders were consulted on the bill.

“PEMRA Bill 2023 remained in the public domain for 20 days and under discussion in Parliament. If anybody has any objection on the bill, he may highlight that loophole and suggest the amendment,” the minister said while briefing the Senate Standing Committee on Information and Broadcasting.

PEMRA Bill 2023 was reviewed in the meeting presided over by the convener of the committee Fauzia Arshad. It was decided in the meeting that the committee members would submit their amendments by August 7.

During the briefing, she said, under the PEMRA law 2002, the chairman PEMRA had authority to suspend or cancel the license of any TV channel but the amended law empowered the Council of Complaints by curtailing the power of chairman PEMRA.

“We all have suffered a lot due to the draconian PEMRA law 2002 which was introduced by the then President Pervaiz Musharaf,” she added.

Marriyum Aurangzeb said that the PEMRA Bill 2023 protects the rights of media workers and journalists as all the media house owners would be bound to clear their all dues including salaries within two months under the new bill.

Responding to Senator Irfan Saddique, she said, media houses were bound to submit their monthly statements regarding the salaries of the employees to the Council of Complaints and added that media houses would be penalized up to Rs ten million for none compliance to the provisions in the bill.

There was no such platform in the country where media workers and journalist could register their complaints against the media houses, therefore, this bill is providing a platform where they can register their complaints at the Council of Complaints, she added.

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Pakistan’s security delegation to visit India next week

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Pakistan

Pakistan’s security delegation to visit India next week. Zaka Ashraf also expressed his views on the matter. Pakistan’s first match in the tournament is against Netherlands. The committee formed by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif for the World Cup in India concluded its meeting. Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari chaired the meeting, which was also attended … Read more

Govt launches online registration process for artists’ health insurance

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  • Registration of artists under PM’s Health Insurance Programme.
  • Marriyum said artists could easily fill out the form.
  • She said PM would formally launch schemes after Muharram.

ISLAMABAD: Minister for Information and Broadcasting Marriyum Aurangzeb launched an online registration process for the artists’ health insurance scheme by uploading its form on the dedicated website.

“Registration for artists has been started from today under Prime Minister’s Health Insurance Programme which will enable them to get comprehensive and quality health facilities from private hospitals without any cost,” the minister said while addressing a news conference here.

She said artists could easily fill out the form on WWW.DEMP.GOV.PK by providing all the relevant details for a 360 health facility.

Marriyum said a health insurance scheme had already been launched for the working journalists and media workers under a transparent system. Funds for both schemes were allocated in the federal budget for the financial year 2023-24.

She said Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif would formally launch the schemes after Muharram (10th) by issuing health insurance cards for journalists and artists.

The minister said the government had made history by launching a health insurance scheme for journalists and artists.

She said the government took the initiative to protect the artists who had been promoting the culture and heritage of the country. “Culture and heritage of the country are our assets and so they are,” she added.

Marriyum extended her gratitude to all those who guided the government to work out a comprehensive health initiative for artists and journalists.

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PEMRA Amendment Bill aims at protecting rights of media workers: Marriyum

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Marriyum Aurangzeb said PEMRA Amendment Bill 2023  protects the rights of media workers. She said the bill differentiates between misinformation and disinformation. The bill envisages timely payment of salaries to media workers not later than two months. ISLAMABAD: Minister for Information and Broadcasting Marriyum Aurangzeb said the Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority (PEMRA) Amendment Bill … Read more

ICC Cricket World Cup 2023: Bilawal Bhutto to lead well-known committee to decide participation of Pakistan

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ICC Cricket World Cup 2023: Bilawal Bhutto to lead well-known committee to decide participation of Pakistan

The participation of Pakistan in the 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup in India is still in doubt. The federal government has established a committee. Pakistan and India will face each other on October 15. According to sources, the federal government has established a well-known committee under the direction of Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari to discuss … Read more

Marriyum slams Imran Khan for evading arrest

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Marriyum Aurangzeb

Marriyum Aurangzeb derided Imran Khan for allegedly evading arrest She said Imran Khan escaped from his Zaman Park residence She called him a “jackal” for hiding behind his workers Minister for Information and Broadcasting Marriyum Aurangzeb on Sunday derided Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Imran Khan for allegedly evading arrest. In a tweet, the minister said … Read more

NA panel to take up bill on protection of journalists in next meeting

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  • The meeting was chaired by Javaria Zafar Aheer.
  • She said no briefing had been given about Arshad Sharif’s murder.
  • The committee also condemned violence against journalists in IHC.

ISLAMABAD: National Assembly Standing Committee on Information and Broadcasting Thursday decided to take up bill regarding the protection of journalists in its next meeting.

The National Assembly panel on Information and Broadcasting meeting chaired by  Javaria Zafar Aheer also called  for a detailed briefing regarding killing of journalist Arshad Sharif in Kenya. Javaria Zafar said that no briefing had been given to the committee regarding Arshad Sharif’s murder.

The committee also condemned violence against journalists in Islamabad High Court. Javaria Zafar said that journalists were prevented from performing their professional duties by the police.

Minister for Information and Broadcasting Marriyum Aurangzeb informed  the committee that a meeting was held with the Ministry of Interior on the issue of violence against journalists in the Islamabad High Court.

She said that journalists  were prevented from going to Islamabad High Court to perform their duties.

Marriyum said that Interior Minister Rana Sanaullah has called for a report on the incident of violence against journalists.

Naz Baloch, MNA said legislation should be done so that journalists do not feel unsafe. She also said that the committee should also discuss the campaign against women journalists.

Members of the committee expressed their concern over content against social values in dramas and TV commercials.

Secretary Information and Broadcasting Shahera Shahid told the panel that every province had a Council of Complaints which were authorized to hear complaints.

She informed that there was no censor board for television dramas, censor board could censor only films.

Chairperson of the committee, Javaria Zafar Aheer said that the content of dramas should be watched before  their telecast.

Minister for Information and Broadcasting Marriyum Aurangzeb said legislation would be done for censoring dramas telecast by television channels.

Chairman Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority Salim Baig said that PEMRA had banned a private channel’s  drama “Jalan”  but they got stay order from a high court.

He said that the PEMRA had filed an appeal in the Supreme Court which had  reserved its verdict on the matter and it would be announced soon.

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PM salutes Rescue 1122 for saving lives of earthquake victims in Turkey

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PM salutes
  • He said teams work day and night with the spirit of humanity.
  • PM further said that it is a proud to see the rescue team returning home.
  • He said people of Turkey expressed their heartwarming gratitude for team.

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif has said that he salutes the brave sons of the nation who saved the lives of the earthquake victims in Turkey.

In his Twitter message, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said he salutes the brave and dutiful sons of the nation who saved the lives of the sisters, brothers, and children of Turkey during the earthquake disaster. He said teams work day and night with the spirit of humanity.

 

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif further said that it is a proud and inspiring sight to see the rescue team of Rescue 1122 returning home after the completion of the rescue operation in Turkey.

On the other hand, Minister for Information and Broadcasting Marriyum Aurangzeb said the people of Turkiye expressed their “heartwarming gratitude” for the Rescue 1122 team on their departure from Istanbul Airport for Pakistan.

“Heartwarming expression of gratitude for Pakistan’s Rescue 1122 Team at Istanbul Airport, departing for Pakistan,” she tweeted.

The minister also shared a video showing scenes from the Istanbul Airport where people paid tribute to the Rescue 1122 team for their rescue and relief efforts in Turkiye after the earthquake.

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ECP being unconstitutionally pressurised to get poll dates: Marriyum

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Marriyum

Marriyum says President already violated constitution Minister said ECP was a constitutional institution She urged president office should be loyal to Constitution ISLAMABAD: Minister for Information and Broadcasting Marriyum Aurangzeb Monday said the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) was being pressurised unconstitutionally to get a date of the elections. In a statement, the minister said … Read more

APC will take place on Feb 9: Marriyum Aurangzeb

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Marriyum

All-parties conference (APC) will be on Feb 9 The conference was scheduled for Feb 7 PM summons the session after deadly attack in Peshawar ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Marriyum Aurangzeb said Monday that the all-parties conference (APC) will now take place on February 9 which was previously scheduled for February 7. Taking … Read more

Saudi Arabia pledges $1 bn for Pakistan at Geneva moot: Marriyum

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Saudi Arabia

She shared development on her Twitter handle The pledge was made at the International Conference AIIB had pledged $1 billion at Geneva ISLAMABAD: Minister for Information and Broadcasting Marriyum Aurangzeb on Monday said the brotherly country of Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) had pledged $1 billion to assist Pakistan in carrying out the daunting task … Read more

‘Media can play crucial role to bring peace in society’

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Media

This training will develop media advisory group Behram Baloch lauded the efforts of Shaoor Foundation He said events like these are the need of the hour QUETTA: “To bring peace and tranquility in society, media can play an important role and is an important stakeholder in the process.”  These words were shared by Shahzad Iqbal, … Read more

Marriyum Aurangzeb says govt taking steps for welfare of media persons

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Marriyum Aurangzeb expressed best wishes for new body. She said government believed in freedom of speech. She congratulated Azam Chaudhry on his election as LPC president ISLAMABAD: Marriyum Aurangzeb, Minister for Information and Broadcasting, said on Monday that the government was taking all possible measures for the welfare of journalists. Congratulating the newly elected office … Read more

Marriyum Aurangzeb says Imran Khan’s dream for snap polls won’t come true

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Marriyum Aurangzeb

“Election will not be held on mere predictions.” she said. She said Imran Khan wanted a “deal” from DG FIA. Marriyum blames Imran Khan for inflation. ISLAMABAD: Marriyum Aurangzeb, Minister for Information and Broadcasting, on Saturday rubbishing Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf Chairman Imran Khan’s prediction regarding the early polls said the general elections would be held on … Read more

Federal Govt announces to close markets and restaurants at 8 pm

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Federal Govt
  • Khawaja Asif said marriage halls should be closed at 10 pm.
  • Defence Minister said that 61 percent of the country’s water is used for agriculture.
  • He said country markets open at noon and we don’t make the most of the daylight.

ISLAMABAD: Federal Government has announced to close of markets and restaurants at 8 pm to under an energy conservation plan.

Federal Defence Khawaja Asif, Minister for Information and Broadcasting Marriyum Aurangzeb, and Minister of Kashmir Affairs and Northern Areas Qamar Zaman Kaira while holding a news conference in Islamabad said that marriage halls should be closed at 10 pm while markets and restaurants will be closed at 8 pm.

Defence Minister Khawaja Asif said that 20 percent of the workforce in government offices has been proposed to work from home, while this process will save 56 billion rupees annually.

He said that the measures will save a lot in terms of fuel, and will inform the four provinces on various issues in two days.

Khawaja Asif said that 61 percent of the country’s water is used for agriculture. He said in the morning country markets open at noon as nation we don’t make the most of the daylight.

He said that the country is currently suffering from serious economic problems. He said, “If we want to live within our means, then we have to spread our feet by looking at the chador.”

The defense minister said that Pakistan is the only country where markets are open till late at night and it is a long story that will be known in the coming days.

He said that he will discuss the policy with all the provinces tomorrow and the day after tomorrow. The Prime Minister has confirmed the statement of Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto. The Foreign Minister has expressed the sentiments of the entire nation in his statement against India.

 

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Marriyum Aurangzeb says PTI chief trying to destabilise economy

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Marriyum Aurangzeb

Marriyum Aurangzeb blamed that Imran Khan staged drama of cipher. She said Imran Khan wasted precious time of media and public. She said the PTI chairman abused opponents ISLAMABAD: Marriyum Aurangzeb, Minister for Information and Broadcasting, on Saturday said Pakistan Tehreek e Insaf (PTI) Chairman Imran Khan was trying to destabilise economy of the country. … Read more

PML-N workers conventions in Kasur, Sheikhupura, Swat today: Marriyum

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Marriyum Aurangzeb
  • She said Federal Minister Mian Javed Latif would address the workers at Chitti Kothi, Sheikhupura at 4 pm.
  • Marriyum Aurangzeb said PM’s Adviser Amir Muqam will address the workers’ convention in Swat at 320 pm.
  • Malik Ahmad Khan would address at  Children’s Park, Khadian Khas at Kasur at 3 pm.

ISLAMABAD: Minister for Information and Broadcasting Marriyum Aurangzeb said on Friday that Pakistan Muslim League (N) workers’ conventions will be held today in Kasur, Sheikhupura and Swat.

In a tweet,  she said that Minister for Planning and Development  Ahsan Iqbal, Minister for Railways Khawaja Saad Rafiq and Malik Ahmad Khan would address at  Children’s Park, Khadian Khas at Kasur at 3 pm.

She said Federal Minister Mian Javed Latif would address the workers at Chitti Kothi, Sheikhupura at 4 pm.

Marriyum Aurangzeb said Prime Minister’s Adviser Amir Muqam will address the workers’ convention in Swat at 320 pm.

 

Earlier, Marriyum Aurangzeb, Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting, said the government has chalked out a national emergency plan for energy conservation aimed at reducing import bill of the country.

The plan was devised at a meeting chaired by Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif in Islamabad on Thursday.

 

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Marriyum Aurangzeb says national emergency plan chalked out for energy conservation

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Marriyum Aurangzeb

“The plan will help save billions of dollars being incurred on import bill.” The plan was devised at a meeting chaired by Shehbaz Sharif She said extra ordinary measures were imperative ISLAMABAD: Marriyum Aurangzeb, Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting, on Thursday said the government has chalked out a national emergency plan for energy conservation … Read more

Pakistan to mark a national day of mourning for Queen Elizabeth II

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Queen Elizabeth II

Pakistan will observe a day of mourning on Monday in honour of Queen Elizabeth II. The longest-reigning monarch of the United Kingdom passed away on Thursday at Balmoral Castle. She succeeded her father King George VI to the throne in 1952, died at the age of 96. Pakistan will mark a day of mourning on … Read more

Marriyum asks Imran to name agencies that provided report against PML-N, PPP

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  • Marriyum Aurangzeb asks Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Imran Khan on Saturday to name the agencies that provided him with information regarding the Muslim League (N) and PPP
  • In a tweet, she requested Imran to name the people who supplied him with the information regarding the PML-N and the PPP
  • The minister pressed Imran to explain why he used his social media trolls to advocate against the Lasbela helicopter disaster martyrs

ISLAMABAD: Marriyum Aurangzeb, Minister for Information and Broadcasting, asks Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Imran Khan on Saturday to name the agencies that provided him with information regarding the Muslim League (N) and the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP).

In a tweet, she requested Imran to name the people who supplied him with the information regarding the PML-N and the PPP.

She also asked who had given Imran Khan an assurance concerning the Chief Election Commissioner.

She chastised Imran Khan, saying that instead of creating political plays and leveling spurious allegations against his opponents, he should reveal the identities of those who paid him to make false accusations against his opponents and imprison them.

Instead of organizing a demonstration, Imran should explain why he hired Shahbaz Gill to issue a statement encouraging revolt within the institutions, she said.

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