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Crown Prince witnesses Mishriff’s grand win in The Saudi Cup

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RIYADH, FEB 21— Saudi-owned Mishriff won the $20 million Saudi Cup, the world’s most valuable horse race ($20m), with an undercard of international races on dirt & turf, at King Abdulaziz Racetrack, Riyadh.

Mishriff flews home to take feature race, with David Egan showing a perfectly timed ride to claim a famous victory. Mishriff beat out American horse Charlatan to land the world’s most valubale race.

Charlatan, ridden by Mike Smith came into the race as a heavy favorite, but in the end could not hold off supreme ride by Egan on the 4-year-old Mishriff. Great Scott, ridden by Saudi jockey Adel Alfouraidi, came in a distant third.

Crown Prince Muhammad Bin Salman, deputy prime minister and minister of defense, presented the trophy to the winner of The Saudi Cup $20 million race.

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On behalf of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman — honorary president of the Horse Races’ Club, Crown Prince Muhammad attended the Saudi Cup 2021, in its second edition, which is the most valuable in the history of the world horse races.

On arrival at the venue, the Crown Prince was received by Prince Faisal Bin Bandar, governor of Riyadh Region; Prince Bandar Bin Khalid Al-Faisal, advisor at the Royal Court, chairman of the Board of Directors of the Equestrian Commission and chairman of the Horse Races’ Club and Prince Abdullah Bin Khalid Bin Sultan, Saudi Ambassador to Austria and Member of the Board of Directors of the Horse Races’ Club.

Following the national anthem, the horses taking part in the race were introduced into the parade track, before the Crown Prince, in a two round parade, prior to the start of the race. All participant jockeys took part in the parade.

Bakshi brothers present spell-binding show at Serena Hotels Sarangi Lounge

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Held at the lush green Serena Business Complex Lawns, the live music concert brought happiness and liveliness on the faces of all and sundry those probably were waiting for such kind of events ever since the pandemic had limited their mobility and networking. So all present on the occasion were all praise for the management of Serena Hotels, particularly the CEO Aziz Boolani for taking this initiative.

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ISLAMABAD: Serena Hotels provided a real feast to the Sufi music lovers especially by engaging well-known artists Bakshi Brothers whose mesmerizing performance left the audience spell-bound. Held at the lush green Serena Business Complex Lawns, the live music concert brought happiness and liveliness on the faces of all and sundry those probably were waiting for such kind of events ever since the pandemic had limited their mobility and networking. So all present on the occasion were all praise for the management of Serena Hotels, particularly the CEO Aziz Boolani for taking this initiative.

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The diplomatic community that attended the event  in large numbers despite Covid, equally enjoyed the music though songs were sung un Urdu and Punjabi. However they could not resist themselves in praising and appreciating the artists after their captivating performances.

It may be mentioned here that Sarangi, which was launched in October 2017 is a part of Serena Hotel’s Cultural Diplomacy Initiative which aims to protect and promote the cultural heritage of Pakistan by encouraging young talents and giving them an opportunity to become the nation’s rising star.

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Serena continues to promote the arts and intercultural activities to inspire a culture of peace and hope. We truly believe in providing platform to the emerging artists so that they are recognised by a larger audience. Serena Hotels has already held many Sarangi seasons and competition among the talented youth of Pakistan. Social media was used for the competitions that received tremendous response from all over Pakistan.

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Under the Sarangi initiative Serena Hotels have so far held a number of competitions in order to encourage young talent. During the pandemic period, all such bouts were held online. However now when the pandemic seems to be on its way out, Serena Hotels has taken the initiative of holding such event live and in the presence of modest gathering.

Full coverage of the event in the March issue of CENTRELINE magazine

By-election results: PTI needs some soul searching

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It happened rarely in Pakistan’s political and electoral history that the incumbent government lost a by-election. Normal practice here is that the sitting government wins by-elections with clear margin primarily because the entire government machinery is at its disposal that makes manipulation of elections much easier. Therefore losing elections despite having all factors on its side, should ostensibly a source of concern for the sitting government. It has to put its heads together to know what went wrong and where.

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ISLAMABAD: The elections results in February 19, 2021 by-elections seem to have jolted the ruling government as it had to face defeat even in its stronghold Nowshera where PML N candidate defeated PTI rival with a convincing margin. In Wazirabad election PML N was able to retain its seat while in Daska NA 75 results are withheld after two people lost their lives as a result of hullaballoo. Nowshera results are surprising because it used to be a stronghold of Defence Minister Pervez Khattak as it was his home constituency.

Reports suggest that because of internal fissures in the ranks of KPK PTI, party had to face defeat. According to reports brother of Pervez Khattak who was also holding portfolio of agriculture minster, openly supported the PML N candidate. He had to lose his portfolio afterwards but the damage had already been done. PML N victory in Nowshera and elsewhere not only turns out to be a morale booster for the party but it shows utility and relevance of the PDM alliance as well.

Owing to internal party differences, PTI now wants the Senate election to be held through open ballot because otherwise those MPs who do not like party leadership or its way of governance, may vote against party candidates. That is only reason the PTI is hell-bent upon having the Senate elections through open ballot.

It happened rarely in Pakistan’s political and electoral history that the incumbent government would lose a by-election. Normal practice here is that the sitting government wins by-elections with clear margin primarily because the entire government machinery is at its disposal that makes manipulation of elections much easier. Therefore losing elections despite having all factors on its side, should ostensibly be a source of concern for the sitting government. It has to put its heads together to know what went wrong and where.

But frankly, one does not need to be Einstein to figure out as to what led to the defeat of the ruling party. We have pointed out time and again in these columns that government direly needs to improve its governance and deliver its promises made with the people of Pakistan during the election campaign. People were expecting to get some relief during the PTI regime but to their utmost disappointment, things have gone even worse. Ordinary folks have nothing to do with gimmickries such as IMF constraints; devaluation of rupee or borrowings made by the erstwhile rulers, they only need their grievances to be addressed on priority basis.

PDM’s decision to join hands in the by-elections has also paid dividends. If this arrangement works well, the allied parties may continue it even in the next general elections. In this case, it will of course be a difficult task for the PTI to secure or even retain its seats. The only thing that can help PTI against the PDM alliance is the good governance and maximum and immediate relief to masses.

AS regards results of NA 75 Daska constituency, the PML N has demanded re-election, which , in the given circumstances, appear to be a legitimate demand for  brawls and killings in this constituency have rendered the entire the electoral process dubious. It was quite brave move on the part of the Election Commission of Pakistan to hold the Punjab government responsible for the hooliganism that took place in NA 75. At the same time the ECP press release speaks volumes for the helplessness of this constitutional top body responsible for holding free and fair elections. If it cannot ensure free and fair elections in just one constituency, how will it be able to conduct upcoming local bodies’ elections and then the general elections in a transparent manner?

Golra-Attock safari train starts chugging

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ISLAMABAD : Senate Chairman Sadiq Sanjrani inaugurated on Sunday a tourist safari train at a ceremony at Islamabad’s Golra Sharif railway station.

The safari train will take tourists on a sightseeing trip from the Golra railway station to Attock Khurd every Sunday. Railways Minister Azam Khan Swati was also present at the inauguration ceremony.Speaking on the occasion, Sanjrani said the upper house of Parliament will extend full cooperation for the railways’ progress, which he said, is the backbone of economy. He stressed that the PR’s development is need of the hour.

Swati said the Pakistan Railways has an important role in the development of the country’s economy. He said the government is committed to developing the railways. “We are also determined to purge the railways of corruption,” he resolved.

He said railways also play an important role for promotion and development of the tourism sector and urged the employees of Pakistan Railways to work with honesty for the development of railways.

Pakistan sets up stall at Minsk book fair

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Ambassador Sajjad Haider Khan visited the exhibition and received and briefed several dignitaries, officials and general public at the Pakistan stall 

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MINSK The Embassy of Pakistan is currently participating in the 28th edition of the Minsk International Book Fair at the exhibition centre from 18-21 Feb 2021. The exhibition features over 250 exhibitors from 20 countries, including Austria, Azerbaijan, Germany, Iran and China.

A variety of books on Pakistan’s cultural and religious diversity, political and economic milieu, arts, craft and tourism attractions have been placed at the exhibition.

Ambassador Sajjad Haider Khan visited the exhibition and received and briefed several dignitaries, officials and general public at the Pakistan stall on the Inaugural day.

United flight suffers engine failure, scatters debris over US city

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Denver : A United Airlines flight suffered a fiery engine failure Saturday shortly after taking off from Denver on its way to Hawaii, dropping massive debris on a residential area before a safe emergency landing, officials said.

“Flight UA328 from Denver to Honolulu experienced an engine failure shortly after departure, returned safely to Denver and was met by emergency crews as a precaution,” United said on Twitter.

“There are no reported injuries onboard,” it added.

The safe landing came despite the failed engine, images of which were captured and posted on Twitter.

A video shot from inside the plane showed the right engine ablaze and wobbling on the wing of the Boeing 777-200, its cover entirely missing as the aircraft flew over a barren landscape.

“I can honestly say I thought we were going to die at one point — because we started dropping altitude right after the explosion,” passenger David Delucia, of Fort Lauderdale, Florida, told The Denver Post.

“I grabbed my wife’s hand and said, ‘We’re done.’”

Delucia said his stepdaughter posted the online video, which was shot by another passenger.

Meanwhile, residents in the Denver suburb of Broomfield found large pieces of the plane scattered around their community, including a giant circular piece of metal that landed in a yard.

Kirby Klements, whose lawn the giant ring landed on, told CNN that “it was a little overwhelming.”

“It landed square on top of my truck and fell off,” he said, reporting that a separate large piece of debris had put a five-foot (1.5-meter) hole in a neighbor’s roof.

The Federal Aviation Administration said it was “aware of reports of debris in the vicinity of the airplane’s flight path,” adding that the agency and the National Transportation Safety Board would be investigating the incident.

Bye-election: CEC directs to ensure transparency in Tharparkar poll

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ISLAMABAD : Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Sikander Sultan Raja on Sunday directed the officials concerned to take strict action in case of violation of code of conduct in bye-election of NA-221 Tharparkar-I.

According to Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP), he also directed the Provincial Election Commissioner, Chief Secretary Sindh, Inspector General Police Sindh and local administration to ensure holding of election in free, fair and transparent manner.

Meanwhile, the polling process has started for the by-election in constituency NA-221 Tharparkar-I on Sunday.

According to ECP, a control room has been established at ECP Secretariat, Islamabad, under the supervision of Additional Director General (Elections-II) to receive polling day complaints.

Further ECP staff has been assigned for control room to perform duties round the clock included M. Abdul Wadood, DD (Confidential), Ghulam Murtaza, AD (Confidential), Muhammad Iftikhar, Sub-Assistant and Ghulam Hassan, Naib Quasid (Elec-I) will remain on duty from 8:00am to 6:00pm at room No. 201, New Block on telephone number 9218527 and fax number 9204404.

Similarly, Syed Amjad Hussain Shah, AD (Estt-II), Muhammad Ali, Senior Assistant (Elec-I), Babar Ali, Junior Assistant (Elec-II) and Sadam Hussain, Naib Quasid (Elec-II) will remain on duty from 6:00 PM till receiving preliminary result at room No. 201, New Block on telephone number 9218527 and fax number 9204404.

UN Chief condemns use of lethal force against protestors in Myanmar

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The United Nations Secretary General Antonio Guterres has condemned the use of lethal force against protestors in Myanmar, after two anti-coup protesters were killed in firing by security forces on a rally in Mandalay city.

In a statement, the UN Chief said the use of lethal force, intimidation and harassment against peaceful demonstrators is unacceptable.

Myanmar’s military authorities have gradually ratcheted up their tactics against a massive and largely peaceful civil disobedience campaign demanding the return of ousted civilian leader Aung San Suu Kyi.

KP CM directs to launch operation against illegal housing societies

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Peshawar : Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Chief Minister Mahmood Khan directed the concerned authorities of the Mardan division to launch a grand operation against illegal housing societies so as to save agricultural lands.

Presiding over a meeting in Peshawar, he directed to take effective measures against illegal constructions over the banks of the rivers.

The Chief Minister also directed health department to take steps for recruitment of staff and provision of the medical facilities in the hospitals of all three districts of the Mardan division.

Sacrifices of people living close to LoC unforgettable: AJK PM

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Islamabad : Prime Minister of Azad Jammu and Kashmir Raja Muhammad Farooq Haider Khan says sacrifices of people living close to line of control are unforgettable and government will extend all possible assistance to mitigate their sufferings.

Talking to a delegation of forward area Naikyal, he said the government is extending three thousand rupees to every underage child of those martyred in cross LoC firing.

The AJK Prime Minister announced that the government would officially observe the anniversary of the Lanjot martyrs on Thursday to pay tributes to the martyrs of Lanjot.

On this day in 2000, fourteen civilians were martyred due to firing of Indian forces.

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