For the first time since the outbreak of Covid-19 in the country, Pakistan has reported zero Covid deaths today (Wednesday).
Statistics 23 Mar 22 Total Tests in Last 24 Hours: 34,476 Positive Cases: 443 Positivity %: 1.28% Deaths :0 Patients on Critical Care: 455 Alhamdolilah no COVID related death reported in last 24 hours! This is first time in almost 2 years!
The country witnessed a slight rise in cases, with a 1.28 per cent positivity rate and 443 reported new cases, as per the National Command and Operation Centre (NCOC).
However, the country has been maintaining a positivity rate below 2 per cent since mid-March.
It was decided in the NCOC meeting today to lift all restrictions except the vaccination restrictions. All those who are not vaccinated must get fully vaccinated so that they can avoid all restrictions. We will continue to monitor disease pattern closely & take action if needed
On March 12, Special Assistant to the Prime Minister (PM) on National Health Services, Regulations, and Coordination, Dr Faisal Sultan announced the government’s decision to shut down NCOC.
In recent months, the rate of Covid cases in Pakistan has remained low after almost three years of fighting the global pandemic.
On the occasion of Pakistan Day, President Dr Arif Alvi and Prime Minister Imran Khan remarked in separate messages that the day will soon come when Pakistan will be economically powerful and successful, Radio Pakistan has reported.
The President further said that the desire for a separate homeland for Muslims in the subcontinent has shown to be politically correct over time.
Human rights violations in India’s illegally occupied Jammu and Kashmir, as well as persecution of minorities in India, he claims, are sufficient evidence that the Muslim leadership of the time foresaw what would happen to Muslims if they remained at the mercy of the Hindu majority in undivided India.
In his message, the Prime Minister emphasised the need of adhering to Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah’s ideals of Unity, Faith, and Discipline, as well as rededicating ourselves to the establishment of Pakistan as a truly democratic welfare state based on the Riyasat-e-Madina model.
He claimed that the current administration had implemented long-term reforms and actions to reduce poverty and promote justice.
The Prime Minister stated that the government’s focus will continue to be on marginalised groups in society in order to give them equal chances.
Pakistan – March 22, 2022 – PUBG MOBILE, Pakistan’s most popular mobile video game is marking four years of entertainment, vibrance and thrill for players with a host of celebratory activities. These include a Version 1.9 Update and more importantly a ‘Game Strong Hai’ anthem sung by two of the country’s most legendary artists. A unique collaboration between Bilal Saeed and Aima Baig, the song represents the playing spirit and commitment that PUBG MOBILE has shown towards its local audiences.
The celebration of PUBG MOBILE’s four years in Pakistan is being touted in an extremely decorated way. The highlight of the festivities is a catchy and attractive anthem that is unprecedented. The ‘Game Strong Hai’ song by Bilal Saeed and Aima Baig marks an engaging instance in the music and entertainment landscape of Pakistan. Through the song, PUBG MOBILE is symbolizing the transformation it has brought to the country’s gaming and entertainment ecosystem. The platform has not only created diverse avenues for exciting gameplay but also built revenue generation pathways for individuals across the nation.
Ever since it launched in Pakistan, PUBG MOBILE has been extremely successful in enthralling audiences and players through distinct opportunities for online gaming and entertainment. Marking its 4th birthday party, a number of amazing changes are coming to Erangel, Livik and Spawn Island maps for an enhanced gaming experience for users. A new floating gameplay mode in the sky, new themed camps, vehicles, and more are now available to players. Players will also have a chance to get a new X-Suit, enjoy a new Season and Royale Pass Month, and experience the new collaboration with the massively multiplayer online game Warframe.
PUBG MOBILE’s Version 1.9 Update also introduces Cycle 2 Season 5. A whole new set of legendary rewards are available including Glasses, Set, Parachute, MK14, Mask, and Cover. New 4th Anniversary-themed missions will also be available, allowing players to unlock commemorative titles and exclusive rewards through collecting souvenirs. Other updates include the adjustment of Ranked Classic Mode team ranges, Season Tokens that can now be obtained through activity in Ranked Matches, and changes to the shop and season purchase limit.
New content is coming to Royale Pass Month with Month 9: Cosmic Clash. Work through the ranks and unlock the Wukong Prime Set, Fluorescent Flash Set, and the themed PP-19 Bizon, Kar98K, and QBZ finishes! Players can unlock these rewards and also earn a free RP Voucher (60 UC) for the next Royale Pass Month, Micro Battle, by participating in the server-wide Golden Chicken event.
Royale Pass Month 9: Cosmic Clash, begins March 22nd and ends April 19th.
The new Arena mode Royale Arena: Assault is now available. In Royale Arena: Assault the Playzone appears randomly in different areas and can suddenly turn into a combat zone. Strong teamwork and quick reactions are essential as the team who completes the elimination goal first will be the winner. This fast-paced action is available beginning April 07th in Erangel and Livik.
PUBG MOBILE’s Version 1.9 Update also introduces the new Silvanus X-Suit. Find Silvanus on Spawn Island in Erangel with exclusive Emotes, X-Elements, and abilities!
A new collaboration is coming to PUBG MOBILE, this time with the massively multiplayer online game Warframe. Players can currently enjoy a special Warframe preview event that features a series of challenges to complete in order to obtain skin. Players can also look forward to obtaining exclusive skins as well as an additional event as part of the Version 1.9 update, with details to be revealed soon.
PUBG MOBILE’s Version 1.9 Update will also bring a revamped Classic Mode featuring a number of significant updates. A Recall Tower has been added in certain game modes that allows players to recall eliminated teammates, giving them a second chance for success on the battlefield. A new Fog of War Anti-Cheat system has been added to select Arena Maps and some Classic Modes to help combat wallhacks. A number of other quality fixes have also been made, including an update to the Military Base Bridge in Erangel, as well as Control, UI and Settings Improvements.
The new map Aftermath is also getting a series of updates in PUBG MOBILE’s Version 1.9 Update, with changes to ziplines and weapon behaviour to improve the gameplay experience. The Cheer Park will also be refreshed with new racing gameplay, updates to the Shooting Range, the addition of new fast-travel options, and an expanded settings section for sound and UI.
A number of other improvements have been made to PUBG MOBILE, including visual improvements, UI upgrades and much more.
With a culture of strong and adhesive gaming communities, PUBG MOBILE has brought this genre of entertainment away from specialized gaming zones and right to people and their smartphones. From making like-minded friends to creating opportunities for money, fame and recognition, PUBG MOBILE has single-handedly transformed the ecosystem in Pakistan.
PUBG MOBILE’s Version 1.9 Update is available now! Download for free on the App Store and Google Play Store.
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A 12-year-old boy was raped and tortured after he was abducted from a wedding function in Mastung, Balochistan. He was rescued by the Levies, a law enforcement agency.
As per details, unidentified men kidnapped the boy from a wedding function. Subsequently, his family filed a case in a nearby police station.
According to Assistant Commissioner, Farida Tarin, the boy was found unconscious at the crime scene. Levies also arrested a suspect from the scene.
During the initial investigation, the suspect confessed that he was involved in raping and torturing the teenage boy.
Farida Tarin also confirmed that raids are being conducted to arrest all perpetrators involved.
Former Legendary Cricketer, Wasim Akram has written a heartfelt message to his wife, Shaniera Akram on her 40th Birthday.
He shared a touching message on Twitter.
Wasim wrote, “Happy 40th birthday my love – you have grown into such a beautiful human being & you will only get better. I love having you by my side as my life partner, you make every day worth living. Thank you for all you do for me, our children, our families & for Pakistan! We love you.”
Happy 40th birthday my love-you have grown into such a beautiful human being & you will only get better.I love having you by my side as my life parter, you make every day worth living.Thank you for all you do for me,our children,our families &for Pakistan!We love you @iamShanierapic.twitter.com/TfImy6o5bJ
Shaniera Akram also wrote a message on Twitter to thank people who have appreciated her for being herself. She also wrote that she did not feel like celebrating her birthday as the whole world has been going through such a difficult time.
She wrote, “With so much heartache around the world I didn’t feel like celebrating that much. But I’m 40 now, so I will quietly reflect on the blessings.”
With so much heart ache around the world I didn’t feel like celebrating that much. But I’m 40 now, so I will quietly reflect on the blessings I have received through out my life and thank the people that have touched my life and loved me for being me! Thank you
After meeting with Muttahida Qaumi Movement-Pakistan (MQM-P), Pakistan Democratic Movement (PDM) chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman said that the party [MQM-P] will announce that they are with the Opposition in a day or two.
Fazl made the announcement alongside MQM-P’s party members in Karachi where he further said that the government allies are no more with them, adding that he is completely satisfied that the no-confidence motion will be successful.
The PDM chief said the language Prime Minister (PM) Imran Khan has used during the recent rallies in Khyber Pakhtunkwa (KP) is not of an “honourable person”. “I think it is disrespectful to have such people assume such big offices,” he added.
With the no-confidence motion date approaching soon, both the Opposition and Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) are trying to woo government allies ahead of no-confidence motion which is to take place on March 25.
It is pertinent to mention that the government’s ally in the Centre, the Grand Democratic Alliance (GDA), has assured PM Imran Khan of complete support on the motion, while other allies i.e Balochistan Awami Party (BAP), MQM-P, and Pakistan Muslim League-Quaid (PML-Q) are still indecisive.
Attorney-General of Pakistan (AGP) Khalid Javed Khan has said that the disqualification for a lifetime could curb horse-trading, which the Supreme Court has termed cancer.
Speaking in Geo News programme “Aaj Shahzeb Khanzada Kay Sath”, Javed Khalid said that floor-crossing is not only illegal but also an immoral act. Penalty for crossing floor should not be a one-time disqualification if Article 63A is read with Article 62.
کیا عدالت نے حکومتی مؤقف کے حق میں فیصلہ دیا تو آئندہ کسی بھی سادہ اکثریت والی جماعت کے وزیراعظم کے خلاف عدم اعتماد کا راستہ بند نہیں ہوجائے گا؟ کیا کسی اور پارلیمانی جمہوریت میں ایسا ہے؟ دیکھئے اٹارنی جنرل کا موقف 1/2
AGP said that if the conscience of a parliamentarian awakens, he should resign and seek re-election. Article 63A does not apply to the government’s allies.
Therefore, a parliamentarian crossing floor should be considered to have lost the qualities stated in Article 62 (1)(f) of Article 63A is to be made effective, AGP Khan said.
As per the attorney general, the two questions — is Article 63A an isolated provision of the Constitution or is it part of the larger scheme that includes Article 62 (1)(f) — is the government’s case in the apex court.
Prime Minister (PM) Imran Khan said, “We have failed both the Palestinians and the people of Kashmir. I am sad to say that we have been able to make no impact at all.”
The premier delivered a keynote address at the inaugural session of the 48th Council of Foreign Ministers (CFM) of Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) at the Parliament House in Islamabad on Tuesday.
“We (Muslims) are 1.5 billion people and yet our voice to stop this blatant injustice is insignificant.”
“Why was Islam equated with terrorism?” questioned PM Imran
The premier began his speech by congratulating the Muslim world for the recent adoption of a resolution against Islamophobia by the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), that proclaims March 15 as International Day to Combat Islamophobia.
“Why was Islam equated with terrorism?” Imran questioned, and referred to the Christchurch attack on a mosque as a consequence of this stereotyping.
“Once that happens, how is the man in the street in Western countries, how is he supposed to differentiate between a moderate Muslim and a radical Muslim? Hence, this man walks into a mosque and shoots everyone he could.”
“What should have been done wasn’t; the heads of Muslim countries should have taken a stand on this. Unfortunately, this narrative of Islamic terrorism, Islamic radicalisation, this narrative went on unchecked.”
India does not feel any pressure
The premier said that the international community promised the Kashmiris the right to decide their destiny through a plebiscite. That right was never given to them, he stated.
He said that it was because India does not feel any pressure.
PM Imran Khan asked the OIC nations to have a united front or else these abuses will continue.
The world is “headed in the wrong way”
In response to this wave of Islamophobia, PM Imran said, some Muslim heads of state said they were moderate Muslims. “When you say this, you automatically say there are some extremist Muslims.”
The premier also spoke about the global situation, expressing his apprehension that the world is “headed in the wrong way”.
A new Cold War had almost started and the world could be divided into blocs, he said, stressing that unless 1.5bn Muslims took a united stand, “we will be nowhere.”
He said it was “extremely important” to stabilise Afghanistan because it was the “only way we are going to be able to stop international terrorism from Afghan soil”.
“Let’s not be delusional that some other country can come in and fight terrorism through drones. The only way is a stable Afghanistan government that can take care of terrorism.
“Anyone who knows the Afghan character should be cautioned, please do not push the people of Afghanistan where they feel their sovereignty is being threatened.”
Pakistan has an increased divorce rate, rising vulgarity, which is because the more society gets permissive, the more it has a direct impact on the family system
The premier said that when he became the prime minister of Pakistan he asked the police chief about the crime chart.
“I was amazed to see that the sex crimes, child abuse, and rape are the fastest growing crime in this country.”
PM Imran Khan went on to say that Pakistan has an increased divorce rate, rising vulgarity, which is because the more society gets permissive, the more it has a direct impact on the family system.
He said that one of the most important things about Islam is that it protects the family system, it has values like respecting parents and teachers.
“But [with] the culture that is coming through social media, we really need to think how we are going to protect our generations,” PM Imran Khan said.
Earlier, Foreign Minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi welcomed the OIC foreign ministers to the conference and said that it is a matter of pride for Pakistan to host the 48th session in 2022, which marks the 77th anniversary of Pakistan’s independence.
“The OIC is the collective voice of nearly two billion Muslims. It is the bridge among the Muslim nations and between the Muslim world and the international community,” he said.
The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) slapped a fine of Rs50,000 on Prime Minister (PM) Imran Khan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Chief Minister (CM) Mahmood Khan, Foreign Minister (FM) Shah Mahmood Qureshi, Minister for Communications Murad Saeed and two provincial ministers Dr Amjad Ali and Muhibul Lah for violating the code of conduct as they all attended a public gathering in Swat on March 16 ahead of the no-confidence motion.
Earlier, the ECP had restricted PM Khan and other government officials from attending any public gathering in districts of KP as the second phase of the local bodies elections is due in the region. Despite this, the premier and his officials ignored the warning.
According toGeo News, District Monitoring Officer (DMO) Swat imposed a fine on the PM for breaching ECP’s code of conduct. Similarly, for attending a public gathering in Dir on March 19, Lower Dir’s District Monitoring Officer (DMO) Hameedul Lah had imposed a fine of Rs50,000 on PM Khan.
ECP has reportedly also taken notice of the PM’s upcoming visit to KP’s Mansehra and called it a breach of the code of conduct.
A papad vendor was allegedly murdered by wedding guests in Pattoki. The guests present at the wedding allegedly tortured the daily wager while mistaking him for a pickpocket. A video circulating on social media shows the dead body of victim Ashraf Sultan lying on the ground in the wedding hall as guests enjoyed their meal.
Pubjab Police have taken action against the incident and have arrested 12 individuals and the manager of the wedding hall.
In the initial postmortem report, the doctors didn’t affirm torture on the dead body. However, every side of the incident is being investigated, Punjab Police said in a statement.
The Punjab Forensic Science Company (PFSA) workforce has collected proof from the incident.
قصور میں باراتیوں کےمبینہ تشددسےمحنت کش کی ہلاکت کے واقعہ میں شادی ہال مینیجرسمیت12افرادکوحراست میں لے لیا گیا ہے۔ ابتدائی پوسٹمارٹم رپورٹ میں ڈاکٹرز نےمتوفی کےجسم پرتشددکی تصدیق نہیں کی تاہم واقعہ کی ہرپہلوسےانکوائری کی جارہی ہے. PFSA کی ٹیم نےجائےواردات سےشواہداکٹھےکرلئےہیں 1/2 https://t.co/spPKuKfFnVpic.twitter.com/ccNBCnPEUx
— Punjab Police Official (@OfficialDPRPP) March 22, 2022
آئی جی پنجاب نے اس افسوسناک واقعہ کا نوٹس لیا ہے اور ڈی پی او قصور کو واقعہ میں ملوث ملزمان کو فوری گرفتار کرکے قرار واقعی سزا دلوانے کی ہدایت کی ہے ۔ https://t.co/OUpk1mOvTA
— Punjab Police Official (@OfficialDPRPP) March 21, 2022
