Wednesday, December 13th, 2023
DG RDA directs authorities to take strict action against illegal constructions
RAWALPINDI, Dec 13 (APP/DNA): Director General (DG) Rawalpindi Development Authority (RDA) Muhammad Saif Anwar Jappa has directed the authorities concerned to take action in accordance with the law against illegal constructions. According to RDA spokesman, the DG had instructed the RDA officials to make all-out efforts to address complaints of the citizens. The DG also directed the Director MP&TE to provide relief to the citizens about the construction of residential and commercial buildings. He also directed the officers to take strict action against illegal commercial activities without any discrimination. TheRead More
Ethiopia keen to expand cooperation with Pakistan Counter Terrorism
Abid Raza ISLAMABAD: Jemal Beker Abdula, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia (FDRE) to the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, was called on Caretaker Interior Minister, Sarfraz Bugti here at his office. Both sides discussed matters of mutual interest including cooperation at bilateral, regional and multilateral levels in diverse areas such as security, counter-terrorism and immigration. H.E. Ambassador Jemal Beker Abdula briefed the minister about the striking similarities between the two countries at structural level and also highlighted the common challenges faced by both Ethiopia andRead More
SC suspends earlier ruling nullifying military trials of civilians
ISLAMABAD, DEC 13: The Supreme Court suspended on Wednesday its October 23 unanimous decision nullifying military trials of civilians. A six-member bench hearing the case had earlier today reserved its verdict on a set of intra-court appeals (ICAs) filed by the caretaker federal government and the provincial governments of Balochistan, Punjab and Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa. The Sindh government abstained from filing a plea. The bench hearing the appeals today is headed by Justice Sardar Tariq Masood, and includes Justice Aminuddin Khan, Justice Muhammad Ali Mazhar, Justice Syed Hasan Azhar Rizvi, Justice MusarratRead More
Shoaib Akhtar appointed Ambassador of ILT20
The UAE U19 team win over Sri Lanka, Shoaib congratulated the UAE boys Dubai: /DNA/ – The UAE U19 team recorded a thrilling two-wicket win over Sri Lanka U19 in the ACC Men’s Asia Cup U19 match at the ICC Academy Oval, the teenagers joy doubled when they were greeted by legendary Pakistan pacer Shoaib Akhtar right after their incredible win over the cricketing powerhouse. Shoaib visited the ICC Academy Oval as part of his special visit to Dubai. The fastest bowler in cricket history with peak bowling speeds ofRead More
Empathy Amid Haste
ISLAMABAD, DEC 13: /DNA/ – In today’s fast-paced world, the art of patiently listening to others seems to be a diminishing virtue. The prevailing lack of empathy and consideration for the feelings of those around us is alarming. Often, our words, laced with sarcasm and unintended implications, may serve as unsuspecting triggers for someone’s descent into depression or sadness. As the age-old adage goes, our words can plants gardens or burn whole forests down. It is imperative that we cultivate a spirit of leniency towards others, recognizing the complexities ofRead More