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Immediate Regulation on Emerging Tobacco and Nicotine Products: Essential for Public Health
7Nov By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Immediate Regulation on Emerging Tobacco and Nicotine Products: Essential for Public Health

Islamabad – November 7, 2024 – The Society for the Protection of the Rights of the Child (SPARC) is urgently calling for immediate regulation on emerging tobacco and nicotine products, which have seen a troubling rise in popularity among children and youth in Pakistan. Health activists warn that these products, often marketed as safer alternatives to traditional cigarettes, pose significant health risks and contribute to the growing tobacco epidemic, particularly among vulnerable populations.Dr. Khalil Ahmad, Program Manager at SPARC, expressed grave concern over the tobacco industry’s tactics. “The industry is aggressively promoting emerging nicotine products, which are designed to attract young users through appealing marketing strategies that mislead them into believing that these p...
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Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi Visits Chinese Embassy
7Nov By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi Visits Chinese Embassy

Islamabad; November 7, 2024: Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi visited the Chinese Embassy and met with Chinese Ambassador Jiang Zaidong. Interior Minister expressed sorrow over the incident in Karachi where two Chinese citizens were injured due to firing by a security guard. Mohsin Naqvi briefed Ambassador Jiang Zaidong regarding the details of the incident and the progress made in the investigation. He expressed solidarity with the Chinese Ambassador, Chinese governmenty and the families of injured Chinese citizens. He also prayed for the speedy recovery of the injured.The Interior Minister said that we fully agree with the concept of integrating development and security. He assured that ensuring the security of Chinese citizens and projects is our top priority. He added that al...
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General Syed Asim Munir Chief of Army Staff is on an official visit to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
6Nov By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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General Syed Asim Munir Chief of Army Staff is on an official visit to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

General Syed Asim Munir, NI(M), Chief of Army Staff (COAS), is currently on an official visit to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. During this visit, the Chief of Army Staff met Crown Prince and Prime Minister His Royal Highness Mohammed bin Salman, who extended a warm welcome to General Asim Munir upon his arrival at the Royal Palace.The two dignitaries engaged in a comprehensive discussion on a range of issues of mutual interest, including regional peace, defence and security cooperation, and strategies for enhancing bilateral relations.COAS expressed his gratitude to His Royal Highness for his steadfast support for Pakistan and acknowledged his significant role in fostering peace and stability across the region.COAS also separately met with Prince Khalid Bin Salman, Defence Min...
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More than 500 Pakistani women have served as peacekeepers in various UN missions
6Nov By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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More than 500 Pakistani women have served as peacekeepers in various UN missions

Jean-Pierre François Renaud Lacroix, Under-Secretary-General for Peace Operations during visiting Islamabad interacted with the Journalist covering UN.UN Peacekeeping is the largest and most visible representation of the United Nations. Over 235,000 Pakistani UN peacekeepers, both men and women, have served in 48 UN peacekeeping missions, with Pakistan consistently retaining the position of one of the top troop-contributing countries at the UN. To date, 181 Pakistani peacekeepers have made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty, protecting civilians and upholding the UN peacekeeping mandates in the process. More than 500 Pakistani women have served as peacekeepers in various UN missions. Pakistan was also one of the first countries to achieve the UN’s deployment goal of 15% female ...
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پاکستان اور آذربائیجان کا موسمیاتی کارروائی کے لیے مشترکہ کوششوں کی اہمیت پر زور
6Nov By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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پاکستان اور آذربائیجان کا موسمیاتی کارروائی کے لیے مشترکہ کوششوں کی اہمیت پر زور

اسلام آباد, 06.11.2024: وزیر اعظم کی کوآرڈینیٹر برائے موسمیاتی تبدیلی رومینہ خورشید عالم سے پاکستان میں آذربائیجان کے سفیر خضر فرہادوف نے بدھ کو ان کے دفتر میں ملاقات کی۔ اجلاس میں آنے والے COP29 سربراہی اجلاس کی تیاریوں پر توجہ مرکوز کی گئی اور موثر موسمیاتی کارروائی کے لیے مشترکہ کوششوں کی اہمیت پر زور دیا۔ ملاقات کے دوران، محتر مہ خورشید عالم نے COP29 کی تیاری میں پاکستان کی جاری کوششوں کا خاکہ پیش کیا انہوں نے آب و ہوا کے مسائل پر بین الاقوامی اتفاق رائے پیدا کرنے اور ملک کے موسمیاتی ایکشن پلان کو بڑھانے کی اہمیت کو اجاگر کیا۔ انہوں نے زور دے کر کہا کہ COP29 میں پاکستان کی شرکت کا مقصد اس کے قومی مفادات کی نمائندگی کو یقینی بنانا اور عالمی موسمیاتی گفتگو میں اس کی پوزیشن کو مضبوط بنانا ہو گا۔ وزیر اعظم کی کوآرڈینیٹر برائے موسمیاتی تبدیلی رومینہ خورشید عالم نے کہا کہ ''COP29 کے لیے پا...
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Extraordinary Performance of the Federal Tax Ombudsman Over the Last Ten Months
6Nov By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Extraordinary Performance of the Federal Tax Ombudsman Over the Last Ten Months

06 Nov 2024, Islamabad: In a substantial advancement for taxpayer rights and fair tax administration, the Office of the Federal Tax Ombudsman (FTO) has seen impressive strides under the leadership of Honorable Dr. Asif Mahmood Jah. Since its inception in 2000, the FTO office faced hurdles, such as limited engagement and responsiveness. However, with Dr. Jah, an accomplished tax expert, taking the reins, the office has undergone a significant transformation, increasing both the volume and the efficiency of complaint resolutions. Over the past ten months, the FTO Secretariat received 10515 complaints, of which   9900 have been resolved an impressive uptick from previous periods. Highlighting this achievement, Advisor Legal, and Mr. Almas Ali Jovindah, emphasized the notable progress made. P...
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کنگ سلمان ریلیف سینٹر کا پاکستان میں 50,000 شیلٹر این ایف آئیز اور ونٹر کٹس پروجیکٹ مکمل
5Nov By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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کنگ سلمان ریلیف سینٹر کا پاکستان میں 50,000 شیلٹر این ایف آئیز اور ونٹر کٹس پروجیکٹ مکمل

کنگ سلمان ہیومینیٹیرین ایڈ اینڈ ریلیف سینٹر نے 2023-24 کے لیے 50,000 شیلٹر نان فوڈ آئٹمز (این ایف آئیز) اور ونٹر کٹس کی تقسیم کا پروجیکٹ کامیابی سے مکمل کر لیا ہے، جس کے تحت پاکستان کے انتہائی پسماندہ اور قدرتی آفات سے متاثرہ علاقوں کو ضروری امداد فراہم کی گئی۔ یہ پروجیکٹ کنگ سلمان ریلیف کی جانب سے موسمیاتی تبدیلیوں سے متاثرہ قدرتی آفات کے بڑھتے ہوئے چیلنجز کے جواب میں انسانیت کی خدمت کے عزم کی عکاسی کرتا ہے۔ یہ منصوبہ ستمبر 2023 سے اکتوبر 2024 کے دوران چار مرحلوں میں مکمل کیا گیا، جس کا ہدف پاکستان کے 44 ایسے اضلاع تھے جو شدید بارشوں ،سیلاب اور برف باری سے سب سے زیادہ متاثر ہوئے تھے۔ اس مہم کے دوران کنگ سلمان ریلیف نے 25,000 شیلٹر این ایف آئیز اور 25,000 ونٹر کٹس تقسیم کیں، تاکہ ان علاقوں کے افراد سرد موسم کے سخت حالات کا مقابلہ کر سکیں اور آفات کے بعد اپنی زندگی کو دوبارہ معمول پر لا سک...
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KS Relief Concludes 50,000 Shelter NFIs and Winter Kit Project Across Pakistan
5Nov By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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KS Relief Concludes 50,000 Shelter NFIs and Winter Kit Project Across Pakistan

05 Nov 2024, Islamabad:King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center (KS-Relief) has successfully completed its extensive 50,000 Shelter Non-Food Items (NFIs) and Winter Kit Project for 2023-24, bringing essential aid to some of Pakistan's most vulnerable communities. This project highlights KSrelief's dedication to delivering humanitarian support in response to the increasing challenges posed by climate-induced natural disasters.Spanning four phases from September 2023 to October 2024, the initiative targeted areas severely affected by flash floods, heavy rainfall, and snowfall across 44 high-need districts in Pakistan. Through this effort, KSrelief distributed a total of 25,000 Shelter NFIs and 25,000 Winter Kits, aimed at helping communities withstand harsh winter conditions and re...
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Italy marks National Unity and Armed Forces Day on 4th November
4Nov By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Italy marks National Unity and Armed Forces Day on 4th November

Islamabad 04 Nov 2024:  Italy marks National Unity and Armed Forces Day on 4 November, during the reception the Defence attache Col. Enrico Rosa stated that i would like to extend my warm welcome to all my distinguished guest who joined us today for this ceremony specially Lt .General Gulrez and Admiral Imtiaz.we have very good relations with the Pakistan Forces, Today Your presence here is an important sign of friendship. The Armed Forces are at the service of the Republic. This is the formula used by law to express, in the highest and most profound form, the indissoluble bond that exists between the Armed Forces and Italy, its institutions, and its people. They serve the community and, at the same time, are its direct expression, embodying its values.So, why do we commemorate the...
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