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Rizwan stars as Sultans down Qalandars in PSL 2021

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Mohammad Rizwan and Shanwaz Dhani’s outstanding performance helped Multan Sultans in registering their first win of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2021 as they defeated Lahore Qalandars by seven wickets at the National Stadium in Karachi on Friday.

After winning the toss, the Sultans’ captain elected to field first and his decision proved a correct one as Qalandars only managed to post 157-6 in their allotted 20 overs.

Mohammad Hafeez continued his exceptional form and finished the innings with the top score of 60 off 35 balls with the help of three fours and five sixes.

For the winning team, young pacer Dhani and Carlos Brathwaite were the star performers as they claimed two wickets each.

In reply, Sultans managed to chase down the target in the 17th over at the expense of just three wickets.

Captain Rizwan continued his great run with the bat in hand and finished the match with the top score of 76 off 49 balls with the help of 12 fours.

He was well-supported by Sohaib Maqsood who remained unbeaten on 61 off 41 balls with the help of seven fours and two sixes.

For Qalandars, left-arm pacer Shaheen Shah Afridi was the pick of the bowlers as he claimed figures of 2-29 in his quota of four overs.

For his outstanding batting performance, Rizwan was named player-of-the-match.

CDA established permanent pickets at Saidpur, Margala hills

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ISLAMABAD, FEB 26 (DNA) – The administration of Capital Development Authority (CDA) has established permanent pickets at Saidpur, Margala hills, Shah Allah Dita, Chontra, Bari Imam, and other areas to protect government’s land from land grabbers.

More than 10 teams have been devised to put an end on encroachments and illegal constructions. These teams will submit reports to CDA’s administration on daily basis.

According to detail, CDA is taking actions against encroachments and illegal construction for couple of months. However, the land grabbers repeat the same practices after the operations of CDA.

This time, CDA has devised special teams to look after the government’s land at various sites to ensure that no one can do encroachment or illegal constructions.

These teams will do their duties in two shifts without any off. They will submit reports to the department of enforcement regularly. On the basis of these reports, CDA will take action against encroachments and illegal constructions.

CDA has directed these teams to demolish the illegal constructions and encroachments on spot and should capture the construction material. Letters have been written to district administration and police to promptly take action on the reports received from these special teams.=DNA

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Sustainable solution to Pakistan problems lies in structural reforms: PIAF

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LAHORE, FEB 26 – The Pakistan Industrial and Traders Associations Front (PIAF) has said the sustainable solution to Pakistan’s problems lies in the structural reforms, as we can see very large inefficiencies in tax collection, which needs to be removed. So, the tax compliance must be improved and tax base should be broadened, which cannot be achieved with a single policy change, but by a systemic approach.  

PIAF Chairman Mian Nauman Kabir, in a joint statement with senior vice chairman Nasir Hameed and vice chairman Javed Siddiqi, urged the Federal Board of Revenue to immediately stop issuing notices to businessmen, as it is not only creating undue harassment among them but also giving a bad name to the government. 

PIAF Chairman said that the economy has just come out of the dark shadows cast by the Covid-19 pandemic and is still facing the aftershocks of the lockdown period. 

The businessmen are doing their best to makeup the losses incurred during that period, he said, adding that the PIAF feels that issuance of notices to businesses at this juncture will put a halt to the process of economic recovery, which is still far away from normal.  

Mian Nauman Kabir said that only direct taxes can improve tax collection, as the existing tax system is heavily skewed toward indirect taxation. 

He said the registered businesses are required to comply with various departments involving a lot of financial and time resources, whereas unregistered businesses are free from all such hassles, he maintained. 

He said that in the past instead of focusing on controlling under-invoicing, curbing smuggling and expanding the tax net, the FBR seems to be inclined to pressurize registered taxpayers, who are already suffering due to a high rate of sales tax, income tax, and custom duties by creating fictitious cases for recovery of outstanding dues to meet revenue target. 

He said that businesses are already in a complicated state-of-affairs, while anti-business actions against business community were not only adding to the miseries of the business community but are also promoting trust deficit between the government and the business community. 

PIAF vice chairman Javed Siddiqi also emphasized that concentrating on import substitution is imperative to narrow import bills and certain imported products such as oil are of a fixed nature, therefore, the government needs to enhance focus on import substitution industries, as chemicals, agriculture and steel are potential industries. 

Javed Siddiqi said that undertaking structural reforms require political will. He said that enacting structural reforms, such as improvements in tax collection system, bureaucracy and ease of doing business requires major political will and strict implementation of policies, he added. 

He said the current account deficit contracted to a large extent, foreign exchange reserves increased, primary budget recorded a surplus, and new there is need to ease core inflation. Importantly, export-based manufacturing showed signs of traction and construction activities picked up, indicating that the economy was on the path of recovery. However, further improvements need serious structural reforms to put the economy on a firm path of sustainable growth.

PIA plans Lahore to Tashkent flights by end of March

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ISLAMABAD, FEB 26: Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) plans to operate flights from Lahore to Tashkent by the end of March this year and permission has been sought in this regard.

CEO PIA Air Marshal Arshad Malik and Chief Commercial Officer Ali Tahir Qasim and airline officials met with Ambassador of Uzbekistan in Pakistan Aybek Arif Usmanov and Pakistan’s Ambassador to Uzbekistan Ali Asad Gilani to seek formal permission for flights.

Both the ambassadors expressed their keenness to have air links between Pakistan and Uzbekistan, a place of mosques and shrines, while Tashkent, Bukhara and Samarkand have a rich Islamic culture and history.

The airline also plans to operate five flights per week to Kabul from 4th March and will also operate flights to Baku from Lahore from 14th of March. Flights to Tashkent and Bishkek are part of the airline’s network expansion plan.

PIA is planning to expand its network to Central Asian countries and increasing frequency of flights to Afghanistan.

Chairman lauds performance of NAB KP under supervision of Brig (R) Farooq Naser

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ISLAMABAD, FEB 26 – Justice Javed Iqbal, Chairman NAB chaired a meeting to review the performance of NAB Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) especially conviction made under Section 10 of National Accountability Ordinance (NAO)-1999 during the year 2018 to 2020 at NAB Headquarter. During the meeting Brig (R) Farooq Naser Awan DG NAB KP informed that during the year 2020, following persons were convicted by respected Accountability Courts under section 10 of NAO-1999.

1.      State Vs Jamil Ahsan, accused Rashid Jamil was convicted by the Accountability Court on 03.03.2020 with a fine of Rs. 18,840,000.

2.      State Vs Allauddin, accused Allauddin was convicted by the Accountability Court on 21.12.2020 with a fine of Rs. 16,708,809.

3.      State Vs Gul Hameed, accused Gul Hameed was convicted by the Accountability Court on 19.03.2020 with a fine of Rs. 10,000,000.

4.      State Vs Yousaf Ali, accused Yousaf Ali was convicted by the Accountability Court on 27.02.2020 with a fine of Rs. 17,700,000.

DG NAB KP also informed the meeting that during the year 2019, due to the efforts of NAB KP following persons were convicted by respected Accountability Courts under section 10 of NAO-1999.

1.      State Vs Muhammad Sheraz, accused Nadeem Shad was convicted by the Accountability Court on 09.08.2019 with a fine of Rs. 45,823,400.

2.      State Vs Khalid Saleem, accused Samiullah was convicted by the Accountability Court on 13.12.2019 with a fine of Rs. 1,300,000.

3.      State Vs Khalid Saleem, accused Fazal Qadeem was convicted by the Accountability Court on 13.12.2019 with a fine of Rs. 1,300,000.

4.      State Vs Sher Jan & Zahidullah, accused Sher Jan was convicted by the Accountability Court on 31.05.2019 with a fine of Rs. 9365500.

5.      State Vs Sher Jan & Zahidullah, accused Zahidullah was convicted by the Accountability Court on 31.05.2019 with a fine of Rs. 9365500.

6.      State Vs Murid Kazim & others, accused MuridKazim was convicted by the Accountability Court on 20.02.2019.

Similarly in the year 2018, following persons were convicted by respected Accountability Courts under section 10 of NAO-1999.

1.      The State Vs Mumtaz Ali Khan, accused Mumtaz Ali was convicted by the Accountability Court on 06.11.2018 with a fine of Rs. 24,018,000.

2.      The State Vs Mumtaz Ali Khan, accused Munir was convicted by the Accountability Court on 06.11.2018 with a fine of Rs. 24,018,000.

3.      The State Vs Mumtaz Ali Khan, accused Asad Javed was convicted by the Accountability Court on 06.11.2018 with a fine of Rs. 24,018,000.

4.      The State Vs Mumtaz Ali Khan, accused Akbar was convicted by the Accountability Court on 06.11.2018 with a fine of Rs. 24,018,000.

5.      The State Vs Muhammad Irfan, accused Muhammad Irfan was convicted by the Accountability Court on 08.06.2018 with a fine of Rs. 52,060,222.

6.      The State Vs Muhammad Irfan, accused Qazi Wajidullah was convicted by the Accountability Court on 08.06.2018 with a fine of Rs. 52,060,222.

7.      The State Vs Abdul Nasir, accused Abdul Nasir was convicted by the Accountability Court on 12.01.2018 with a fine of Rs. 1,102,800.

8.      The State Vs Farhad Sajid, accused Ghulam Muhammad was convicted by the Accountability Court on 12.05.2018 with a fine of Rs. 1,600,000.

9.      The State Vs Farhad Sajid, accused Shoukat Ali was convicted by the Accountability Court on 12.05.2018 with a fine of Rs. 1,600,000.

10.  The State Vs Farhad Sajid, accused Abdullah Jan was convicted by the Accountability Court on 12.05.2018 with a fine of Rs. 1,600,000.

11.  The State Vs Muhammad Saeed, accused Muhammad Saeed was convicted by the Accountability Court on 15.09.2018 with a fine of Rs. 10,000,000.

12.  The State Vs Mehmood ul Hassan & others, accused Usman was convicted by the Accountability Court on 16.02.2018 with a fine of Rs. 3,848,750.

13.  The State Vs Mehmood ul Hassan & others, accused Roshandin was convicted by the Accountability Court on 16.02.2018 with a fine of Rs. 3,848,750.

14.  The State Vs Ayaz ul Haq, accused Ayaz ul Haq was convicted by the Accountability Court on 17.03.2018 with a fine of Rs. 15,000,000.

15.  The State Vs Qazi Abu Bakar & others, accused Qazi Abu Bakar was convicted by the Accountability Court on 18.09.2018 with a fine of Rs. 9,809,000.

16.  The State Vs Qazi Abu Bakar & others, accused Abdul Basit was convicted by the Accountability Court on 18.09.2018 with a fine of Rs. 9,809,000.

17.  The State Vs Neelam Pari, accused Neelam Pari was convicted by the Accountability Court on 21.07.2018 with a fine of Rs. 2,607,000.

18.  The State Vs Neelam Pari, accused Iftikhar Hussain was convicted by the Accountability Court on 21.07.2018 with a fine of Rs. 2,607,000.

19.  The State Vs Gulzar Ali, accused Gulzar Ali was convicted by the Accountability Court on 21.12.2018 with a fine of Rs. 286,000.

20.  The State Vs Waqas & Others, accused Abdullah was convicted by the Accountability Court on 23.07.2018 with a fine of Rs. 8,843,333.

21.  The State Vs Niamat Khan & Naeemullah, accused Naeemullah was convicted by the Accountability Court on 14.03.2018 with a fine of Rs. 883,916.

22.  The State Vs Adil Khan, accused Adil Khan was convicted by the Accountability Court on 27.09.2018 with a fine of Rs. 169,550,000.

23.  The State Vs Muhammad Usman & another, accused Muhammad Usman were convicted by the Accountability Court on 31.07.2018 with a fine of Rs. 2,000,000.

24.  The State Vs Noor Muhammad, accused Noor Muhammad was convicted by the Accountability Court on 20.10.2018.

Justice (R) Javed Iqbal, Chairman NAB appreciated the performance of NAB KP under the supervision of Brig (R) Farooq Naser Awan, DG NAB KP.

USC never sells any substandard product

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ISLAMABAD, FEB 26 (DNA) – Utility Stores Corporation of Pakistan (USC) is not selling any substandard product at its all outlets. This was stated by a source in Utility Stores, while responding to queries raised by Public Accounts Committee over the sale of edible ghee and cooking oil.

The source further states that, Utility Stores have pre-qualified firms/ vendors, who provide all enlisted products certified by Pakistan Standards and Quality Control Authority (PSQCA) at its shelves. Also, USC follows a rigorous registration process for the products’ registration. That’s why, the available products at USC are of high quality as per food standards.

The source maintained that, USC, since its inception is providing high quality subsidized products to masses. That is why, people of Pakistan has an undaunted trust over the products of USC.

Moreover, USC has been working tirelessly to bring Ramadan Relief Package to people of Pakistan from April 1, 2021. In the package, a special discount will be given on 19 products and all these products will be available throughout the country.=DNA

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Pakistan, Iraq discuss defence relations

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RAWALPINDI, FEB 26 (DNA) – Juma Enad Sadoon Khattab Al Jibori, Defence Minister of Iraq, who is on official visit to Pakistan, called on General Nadeem Raza, Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee, at Joint Staff Headquarters, Rawalpindi.

Matters of bilateral professional interest and further strengthening of security and defence cooperation between the two countries were discussed during the meeting. Both sides also deliberated upon prevailing international and regional security environment.

Juma Enad Sadoon Khattab Al Jibori lauded the professionalism of Pakistan Armed Forces and acknowledged their sacrifices in fight against terrorism.

Earlier, upon arrival at Joint Staff Headquarters, a smartly turned out tri-services contingent presented ‘Guard of Honour’ to the visiting dignitary.=DNA

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311 hydroelectric power projects completed while 672 more to begin

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ISLAMABAD, Feb. 26 (DNA): Out of 332 hydroelectric power projects, 311 projects have been completed in the Northern Districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) province.

Whereas, 672 more power projects are to be initiated in the second phase of Prime Minister’s Access to Clean Energy Investment Program (PM ACENIP), Gwadar Pro reported on Friday.

Malik Luqman, Senior Planning Officer, KP Energy Department said earlier that PM ACENIP’s Phase-I would be completed in the current financial year wherein out of 332 mini macro power projects of about 32 MW capacity, 311 such projects completed so far and the rest would be completed by June this year.

Work on Phase-II to construct 672 mini macro HHP having capacity 53MW has already been launched and is going to be completed by 2023, from which will benefit almost 1 million people.

According to KP Chief Minister Mahmood Khan, these mini power stations would generate a total of 55 MW electricity.

Despite the difficult financial situation due to the coronavirus pandemic, uplift activities and public welfare initiatives would not be compromised in the province.

PM ACENIP worth Rs. 18 billion had been initiated with financial assistance of Asian Development Bank (ADB) under which 1,028 mini macro HPPs were to be constructed in two phases in northern districts of the province.

The aim was to address the requirements of electricity of the deprived population of the province and to electrify the off-grid areas on fast track basis through developing the indigenous hydropower potential by construction of Micro Hydropower plants.

The main objective of development of the Micro Hydropower is to develop cheap hydropower potential and to provide more reliable and consistent power to local areas specially those which are deprived of electricity.

The project will provide adequate facilities for the generation, transmission and distribution of electrical energy keeping in view the present severe power shortage and future requirements for industrial, agricultural and economic development of the country.

Moreover, the development of these projects would lead to the sustainable supply of electricity and would serve as a catalyst for development of basic industry.

The project will provide opportunities to local communities for enhancements of economic activities through establishments of small-scale industries.

Once completed, the project will create employment opportunities and growth and uplift of socio-economic conditions of the targeted population, discouraging migration of population from rural to urban areas.

Chairman NAVTTC lauds China’s support in revamping vocational training programs

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ISLAMABAD, FEB 26 (DNA) – A meeting was held between Chairman, National Vocational and Technical Training Commission (NAVTTC), Javed Hassan and Ambassador of China to Pakistan, Nong Rong. Chairman, NAVTTC appreciated the support of China in revamping the technical and vocational training programs and put forth different proposals to further enhance the cooperation in TVET sector.

Executive Director NAVTTC, Dr. Nasir Khan apprised Ambassador Han Nianlong that NAVTTC’s proposal will be effective in involving and engaging Chinese technical training entities and encouraging them to deliver training to the Pakistani labour especially youth in collaboration with existing training bodies and institutes across Pakistan.

Further the proposal will play vital role in training of Pakistani youth in relevant technical trades and soft skills in accordance with the skill requirements of Chinese companies, quality enhancement of Pakistani technical training institutes, enhancement of training delivery, preparation of Pakistani youth for Hi-Tech trades and ultimately preparation of globally competitive skilled workforce, Khan said.

Dr. Khan requested for co-operation and support of the Chinese Embassy in Pakistan and the relevant Chinese departments in achieving the objectives of the proposals.

The Ambassador assured full support in the field of technical and vocational education and trainings and promised to take up the proposals with the relevant Chinese authorities.=DNA

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PPP will be the largest party in Senate, says Asif Zardari

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KARACHI : Speaking about the upcoming Senate polls, former president Asif Ali Zardari on Friday has said that the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) will form the majority in the Senate after elections are over.

“PPP’s elected MPs are my strength. I am proud of my party members, the incumbent government has to go,” he maintained while addressing the PPP members of Sindh Assembly and Senate nominees.

The former president was speaking on the occasion of a dinner party hosted by PPP chairperson Bilawal Bhutto Zardari in honour of the party’s members of the Sindh Assembly.

Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah and Sindh Assembly Speaker Agha Siraj Durrani were present on the occasion as well. Provincial ministers, members of Sindh Assembly, and Senate election nominees were also present, sources said.

According to sources, PPP MPA Ali Nawaz Mehr, the younger brother of GDA leader Ali Gohar Mehr, also attended the event.

Meanwhile, Bakhtawar Bhutto-Zardari, Mehmood Chaudhry, and Asifa Bhutto-Zardari also met party members during the dinner.

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