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SSDO Unveils Comprehensive Report on ‘Mapping Gender-Based Violence in Pakistan: District-Level Analysis of Rape, Kidnapping, and Honor Killings’
30Sep By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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SSDO Unveils Comprehensive Report on ‘Mapping Gender-Based Violence in Pakistan: District-Level Analysis of Rape, Kidnapping, and Honor Killings’

Islamabad, September 30, 2024 — The Sustainable Social Development Organization (SSDO) has released a groundbreaking report, "Mapping Gender-Based Violence in Pakistan: District-Level Analysis of Rape, Kidnapping, and Honor Killings", which offers a deep dive into the alarming scale of gender-based violence (GBV) across Pakistan’s provinces. The report was launched at event held at the National Press Club in Islamabad, bringing together key stakeholders, including policymakers, gender experts, and members of civil society. The report, based on data sourced from provincial police departments via Right to Information (RTI) requests, analyses GBV cases reported in Punjab, Sindh, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and Balochistan during 2023. It highlights the stark reality of underreporting and emphasizes ...
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Statement by (Right of Reply) by Muhammad Faheem Third Secretary at the Pakistan Mission to the UN In response to Indian External Affairs Minister’s comments in UNGA
29Sep By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Statement by (Right of Reply) by Muhammad Faheem Third Secretary at the Pakistan Mission to the UN In response to Indian External Affairs Minister’s comments in UNGA

Mr. President,I am taking the floor to respond to the remarks delivered by the Minister for External Affairs of India earlier today.It is most ironic that India, which is committing the worst form of state terrorism in Occupied Jammu and Kashmir, while also actively engaging in sponsoring terrorism abroad, is portraying itself as the victim. It is a familiar ploy of all occupiers and colonisers to paint legitimate struggles for freedom and liberation as terrorism. India is failing to grasp the enormity of the indigenous Kashmiri resistance against its stranglehold, and wrongly blaming it on cross-border terrorism. It must introspect and reflect, and immediately implement the Security Council resolutions which provide for the Kashmiris to exercise their right to self-determination. ...
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Pakistan and Oman agreed on early finalization of MoU on labor and manpower exchange
29Sep By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Pakistan and Oman agreed on early finalization of MoU on labor and manpower exchange

Early finalization of MoU on labor and manpower exchange which would facilitate the enhancement of workforce and its smooth movement from Pakistan to Oman. Major reforms by the Government of Pakistan to enhanceprofessional capacity of Pakistani workers. Chaudhry Salik Hussain, Minister for Overseas Pakistanis and Human Resource Development in his meeting with Minister for Manpower, Oman. Pakistan and Oman agreed on early finalization of MoU on labor and manpower exchange which would facilitate the enhancement of Pakistan workforce and its smooth movement from Pakistan to Oman. This was decided in a meeting held in Muscat between Chaudhry Salik Hussain, Minister for Overseas Pakistanis and Human Resource Development and Dr. Mahad bin Said bin Ali Baowain, Minister of Labour of the Sultanat...
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KKAWF and Serena Hotels Unite for 8th Edition of “Save Tomorrow” Run & Walk to Combat Drug Abuse & Overdose
29Sep By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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KKAWF and Serena Hotels Unite for 8th Edition of “Save Tomorrow” Run & Walk to Combat Drug Abuse & Overdose

Islamabad, 29th September 2024: Karim Khan Afridi Welfare Foundation (KKAWF) and Serena Hotels successfully hosted the 8th edition of the "Save Tomorrow" Run & Walk, highlighting their shared commitment to addressing the issue of drug abuse in society.The event, held at Fatima Jinnah Park (F-9 Park) in Islamabad, drew over 500 participants, representing students, teachers, diplomats, families, differently-abled persons, all eager to highlight the perils of drug overdose, raise awareness about prevention andremember those who have lost their lives to this menace.  The event was also supported by the Prime Minister’s Youth Programme, Capital Development Authority, US Educational Foundation Pakistan and FM 89 amongst others. Divided into four categories 16 and below, 16+, 60+, and Di...
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صحت مند طرز زندگی اپنائیں۔ تمباکو نوشی اور مضر صحت خوراک سے اجتناب کریں
28Sep By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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صحت مند طرز زندگی اپنائیں۔ تمباکو نوشی اور مضر صحت خوراک سے اجتناب کریں

اپنے دل کا خیال رکھیں۔ صحت مند طرز زندگی اپنائیں۔ تمباکو نوشی اور مضر صحت خوراک سے اجتناب کریں اور ایکسر سائز کو اپنا معمول بنائیں اور زہنی ٹینشن سے بچیں۔ اس سے دل کی بیماریوں سے بچ جا سکتا ہے۔ ورلڈ ہارٹ ڈے پر صدر پناہ میجر جنرل(ر) مسعودالرحمن کیانی کا پیغام راولپنڈی۔دنیا بھر میں آج دل کا عالمی دن بنایا جا رہا ہے جس کا مقصد لوگوں کو دل کی بیماریوں سے بچاؤ کی آگائی دینا ہے۔ پاکستان نیشنل ہارٹ ایسوسی ایشن (پناہ) نے اسی سلسے میں آج آرمڈ فورسز انسٹیٹیوٹ آف کارڈیالوجی (اے ایف آئی سی) میں ایک تقریب کا انعقاد کیا جس کا مقصد اپنے ہم وطنوں کو دل کی بیماریوں سے بچاؤ کی آگائی دینا تھا۔ تقریب سے خطاب کرتے ہوئے صدر پناہ میجر جنرل (ر) مسعود الرحمن کیانی کے کہا کہ پاکستان میں دل کے مرض میں تشویشناک حد تک اضافہ ہو رہا ہے۔ پاکستان میں سالانہ 240,720سے زیادہ لوگ دل کی بیماریوں کی وجہ سے موت کے منہ میں چلے ...
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Take Care of Your Heart: Adopt a Healthy Lifestyle,” Urges President PANAH on World Heart Day
28Sep By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Take Care of Your Heart: Adopt a Healthy Lifestyle,” Urges President PANAH on World Heart Day

28 September 2024 Rawalpindi: World Heart Day is being celebrated all over the world today with the aim of making people aware of the prevention of heart diseases. Pakistan National Heart Association (PANAH) organized an event in this regard today at the Armed Forces Institute of Cardiology (AFIC) with the aim of educating our countrymen about the prevention of heart diseases. Addressing the event, President PANAH Maj Gen (R) Masood Ur Rahman Kiani said that heart disease is increasing at an alarming rate in Pakistan. More than 240,720 people die annually in Pakistan due to heart diseases. To reduce heart diseases we need to adopt a healthy lifestyle.Make walking and exercise a routine, avoid stress, control obesity, avoid smoking and eat a healthy diet. Excessive consumption of unheal...
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Serena Hotels Celebrates World Tourism Day with Panel Discussion on Community-Centric Tourism
28Sep By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Serena Hotels Celebrates World Tourism Day with Panel Discussion on Community-Centric Tourism

Serena Hotels Celebrates World Tourism Day with Panel Discussion on "Community-Centric Tourism in Hunza, Highlighting Indigenous Culture and Sustainable Economic Empowerment* Serena Hotels celebrated World Tourism Day 2024 with a significant panel discussion titled “Community-Centric Tourism: Promoting Indigenous Culture for Sustainable Economic Empowerment” at Hunza Serena Hotel. The event brought together experts, government officials, and industry leaders to explore how community-centric tourism can preserve cultural heritage and foster sustainable economic empowerment in Gilgit-Baltistan. The discussion highlighted the potential of local traditions and crafts as drivers of tourism, helping to preserve indigenous culture while creating economic opportunities for local communities. Lal...
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Ministerial Meeting of the Quadripartite Group (Pakistan, China, Iran, Russia) on Afghanistan
28Sep By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Ministerial Meeting of the Quadripartite Group (Pakistan, China, Iran, Russia) on Afghanistan

Defense Minister H.E. Khawaja Muhammad Asif participated in the 3rd Ministerial Meeting of the Quadrilateral Group of Pakistan, China, Iran and Russia that took place on the margins of the 79th UN General Assembly session in New York on 27th September 2024. The meeting discussed the situation in Afghanistan and efforts for the promotion of peace, security and stability in Afghanistan.The participants of the meeting expressed concern over the security challenges emanating from the territory of Afghanistan, particularly the terrorism threat and called on the Afghan interim government to fight terrorism and eliminate all terrorist groups and prevent Afghan territory from being used against its neighbors, the region and beyond.The meeting also emphasized the importance of engagement wi...
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Chairman Prime Minister’s Youth Programme Meets with Ambassador of the Republic of Korea to Strengthen Bilateral Youth Initiatives
28Sep By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Chairman Prime Minister’s Youth Programme Meets with Ambassador of the Republic of Korea to Strengthen Bilateral Youth Initiatives

28 September2024, Islamabad, In a step towards enhancing bilateral ties and promoting youth collaboration, Chairman of the Prime Minister's Youth Programme, Rana Mashhood Ahmed Khan, held a meeting today with the Ambassador of the Republic of Korea, His Excellency Park ki Jun. The discussions focused on strengthening relations between Pakistan and South Korea, with a special emphasis on empowering the youth of both nations.During the meeting, both dignitaries expressed their mutual commitment to enhancing youth development initiatives. They discussed various strategies for youth engagement, skills development, and digital empowerment, particularly through educational and cultural exchange programs. Chairman Rana Mashhood highlighted Pakistan's ongoing initiatives, including the Smart P...
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PFF announces preliminary results for Provincial Football Association elections 2024
27Sep By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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PFF announces preliminary results for Provincial Football Association elections 2024

Lahore  September 27, 2024: The Electoral Committee of the Pakistan Football Federation (PFF) has announced the preliminary results of the Provincial Football Association (PFA) Elections 2024.The preliminary results for the PFA elections have been meticulously compiled in line with the PFF Constitution and Electoral Rules. The Provincial Election Commissioners have submitted their reports to the Electoral Committee, which has taken due note of the results.An appeals process is available for five (05) days, beginning from the date of the announcement. Appeals can be filed via email at legal.pff@gmail.comSub Editor: Ghufran
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