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  • Dead camel, with all four legs amputated, found in Umarkot

    A dead camel, with all four legs amputated, was found near Kunari Tehsil in Umarkot District of Sindh Province. According to the owner, Abdul Rasheed Kapri, the camel had been ill for some time and had gone to graze with other camels yesterday.

    The incident came to light in the morning after villagers found the remains of the animal. It remains unclear whether the camel’s legs were amputated while it was alive or after its death.

    The owner of the camel stated that he does not wish to accuse anyone but is investigating the incident. So far, the owner has not informed the police about the incident.

    This is the second incident of camel leg amputation reported in Sindh within a few days.

    Recently, another camel in Sanghar had its leg amputated but has since received treatment and is now able to stand with an artificial leg.

  • LHC orders PM office to stop intelligence agencies from contacting judges

    LHC orders PM office to stop intelligence agencies from contacting judges

    The Lahore High Court (LHC) has directed the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) to instruct all intelligence agencies not to contact any member of the judiciary.

    Justice Shahid Karim issued a four-page written interim order on Saturday in the Sargodha’s ATC judge harassment case.

    On June 12, the LHC Chief Justice took notice of the incident based on the complaint of District & Sessions Judge (D&SJ) Muhammad Abbas, who said he faced harassment from an ISI official because he refused to meet in his chambers.

    The suo motu notice was taken by former LHC chief justice Malik Shahzad Ahmad Khan on the ATC judge’s complaint. However, Justice Karim took over the proceedings after Shahzad Ahmad’s elevation to the Supreme Court.

    The written order states that no agency should “approach or contact” a judge, whether of the superior or subordinate judiciary, or any member of their staff in the future.

    Justice Karim also said that the judges of ATC across Punjab are directed to download a call recording application to record all the calls they receive.

  • Justice Mansoor Ali Shah urges women to be part of judiciary

    Justice Mansoor Ali Shah urges women to be part of judiciary

    Justice Mansoor Ali Shah of the Supreme Court of Pakistan has stressed the need for women’s participation in the country’s judiciary.  

    Justice Mansoor Ali Shah pointed out the gap between population demographics and the representation of women within the country’s judicial system.

    “Article 34 of our Constitution mandates full participation of women in all spheres of life,” said Justice Shah. He also said that 50 percent of the country’s population is women, but only 16 percent are connected with the judiciary.

  • BJP leader caught on camera threatening to slaughter ‘200,000 Muslims’

    BJP leader caught on camera threatening to slaughter ‘200,000 Muslims’

    Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP) member Karnell Singh was caught on camera threatening Muslims after an incident involving a cow’s head near a Hindu temple in New Delhi.

    In a viral video circulating online, Singh is seen issuing a chilling threat to “slaughter 200,000 Muslims” in the vicinity if the culprits are not arrested. He can be seen warning an officer that he (the officer) has 48 hours only to solve the issue, or else he “will hand a sword in the hands of Hindus”, and Muslims will not be spared.

    His comments have escalated tensions amidst communal sensitivities, drawing widespread condemnation from various quarters.

    The incident underscores ongoing communal tensions in India, where issues related to cows, considered sacred in Hinduism, often ignite debates and occasionally lead to violent riots.

  • Why does Sushmita Sen call February 27 her ‘second birth date’?

    Why does Sushmita Sen call February 27 her ‘second birth date’?

    Bollywood actress and former Miss universe Sushmita Sen recently caught the attention of her fans by updating her Instagram bio with a mysterious message. ‘Second Date of Birth: 27/02/2023.’

    The date became important after she survived a serious heart attack in February last year when she was shooting for the first episode of season three of her web show, Arya.

    On 02 March 2023, she shared a picture with her father with the caption, “Keep your heart happy & courageous, and it’ll stand by you when you need it the most Shona” (Wise words by my father @sensubir ) I suffered a heart attack a couple of days back. Angioplasty done. stent in place and most importantly, my cardiologist reconfirmed ‘I do have a big heart’ Lots of people to thank for their timely aid & constructive action. will do so in another post! This post is just to keep you (my well wishers & loved ones) informed of the good news. That all is well & I am ready for some life again!!! I love you guys beyond.”

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  • K-Electric seeks increase in base electricity tariff by Rs.10

    K-Electric seeks increase in base electricity tariff by Rs.10

    K-Electric has requested National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) to increase the base electricity tariff in Karachi by Rs 10, taking it from Rs 33 to Rs 44.

    The request is part of K-Electric’s comprehensive investment plan, which includes establishing fourteen new grid stations and laying 550 kilometers of transmission lines in Karachi over the next seven years, reports Samaa.

    An online public hearing on K-Electric’s application was conducted by Nepra on Thursday in which it was laid out that a $2 billion investment strategy for improving the city’s electricity transmission, distribution, and supply system.

    During the hearing, K-Electric’s Director of Communication, Imran Rana assured NEPRA that the increase in the base tariff would not impact Karachi’s electricity consumers due to the uniform electricity rate policy implemented across the country.

    K-Electric emphasised that approving this tariff is crucial for maintaining a stable electricity supply and demand balance in the city.

  • Did a leading religious scholar try to repair relations between Khan and the military?

    Did a leading religious scholar try to repair relations between Khan and the military?

    Journalist Ansar Abbasi has revealed that one of the country’s leading religious scholars tried to repair fraught relations between the military establishment and Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) head Imran Khan but failed in his task.

    The unsuccessful attempt to initiate the dialogue was made before the February 8 general elections in the country. Abbasi did not reveal who the scholar is.

    According to Abbasi, Khan has hit out hard at the military, its current and former army chief, since he was ousted from government in April 2022. This has hurt the credibility of Chairman PTI, who is now facing immense challenges.

    Ansar Abbasi stated that Khan has adopted an interesting two-pronged policy of criticizing the military leadership while pressuring them to pave his way to the Prime Minister’s office.

    He also revealed that Khan and other party leaders desperately tried to negotiate with the military with the help of former President Dr Arif Alvi during his tenure but received no response.

  • No military operation or evictions under Azm-e-Istehkam

    No military operation or evictions under Azm-e-Istehkam

    Geo News has reported that under the newly announced anti-terror operation Azm-e-Istehkam, security sources have emphasised that there will be no evictions or military operations under the new anti-terror campaign.

    Under Azm-e-Istehkam, a multidimensional strategy would be undertaken to effectively end the menace of terrorism along with effective legislation aimed at ensuring militants are duly punished in the court of law.

    Furthermore, policies would be made to prevent smuggling and drug money from being used to finance terrorism in the country.

    The clarifications came to light after various opposition political parties including Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insfaf (PTI), Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam-Fazl (JUI-F), Jamaat-e-Islami (JI), Awami National Party (ANP) voiced serious concerns over the operation’s consequences in the country.

    Last week, the Prime Minister’s Office also clarified that “no large-scale military operation is being launched” that would cause internal displacement of the local population.

  • Provinces intensify security protocols ahead of Muharram

    With Muharram approaching, security concerns loom large, exacerbated by recent terrorist activities across the country. Provincial governments have formulated plans to ensure peace.

    Punjab

    The Punjab Home Department has issued security guidelines that enforce Section 144 throughout the province. 502 locations have been identified as sensitive, with deployment of army and Rangers personnel at these sites.

    10,426 Muharram processions are scheduled across the province.

    The Punjab Interior Department has stipulated that processions and gatherings are permitted only along designated routes and locations.

    According to Punjab’s Interior Secretary, Noorul Amin Mengal, peace committees in each district are tasked with implementing all SOPs and monitoring assemblies and processions.

    Hate speech on social media is also strictly prohibited, and serious actions will be taken against violators; whereas unauthorized use of loudspeakers is also prohibited by law.

    Sindh

    The Sindh Home Department has also announced a province-wide curfew for the duration of Muharram.

    Starting from the first to the tenth of Muharram, a ban on motorcycle double riding has been imposed.

    Additionally, the display of weapons and the operation of drones are strictly prohibited.

  • Who will officiate the T20 World Cup final?

    Who will officiate the T20 World Cup final?

    The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced who will officiate the T20 World Cup final, scheduled to be played between India and South Africa on Saturday. The on-field umpires for the final will be Richard Illingworth and Chris Gaffaney, while Richie Richardson has been appointed as the ICC match referee.

    Richard Kettleborough will be the TV umpire for the match in Barbados, and Rod Tucker will be the fourth umpire for the World Cup final.