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Ahsan Khan gives shut up call to those bashing Ertugrul Gazi actors

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LAHORE (Dna) – Pakistani actor Ahsan Khan has given a mouth-shutting reply to those criticizing lifestyles of artists working in Turkish drama Ertugral Gazi.

The actor took to Twitter and wrote, “I know people in Pakistan think its ok to troll actors here and judge them, at least spare the cast of Ertugrul.”

He added, “It’s bloody shameful what is going on! Who the hell are we to do this to them?”

The reaction came after Pakistani people slammed Ertugrul Gazi actress Esra Bilgic, who played Haleema in the serial, for donning western outfit while the lead actor Engin Altan was also criticized for holding a pet dog in his arms.  

PCB names Babar Azam ODI captain, Sarfraz slips to Category B in central contract

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LAHORE (Dna) – Naseem Shah and Iftikhar Ahmad were the two new faces in the 18-player men’s central contract list for the 2020-21 season, which will come into effect from 1 July, while the Pakistan Cricket Board also confirmed Azhar Ali as Test and Babar Azam as ODI and T20I captains for the period during which Pakistan is scheduled to play nine Tests, six ODIs and 20 T20Is, besides the Asia Cup and the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2020, said and official press release.

Naseem Shah became the youngest Test bowler in history to take a fifer and a hat-trick in consecutive Tests against Sri Lanka and Bangladesh in Karachi and Rawalpindi, respectively. Iftikhar, who had the best average and strike rate in T20Is amongst the Pakistan batsmen, played two Tests, two ODIs and seven T20Is in the 2019-20 season.

Naseem’s bowling partner Shaheen Shah Afridi, who took the most Test wickets for Pakistan in the 2019-20 season, is one of the four players to get promotions.

Shaheen, following his 18 Test and two T20I wickets, has moved up in Category A, while Abid Ali (174 runs in three Tests and 74 runs in an ODI), Mohammad Rizwan (212 runs and 16 dismissals in five Tests, 50 runs and two dismissals in five T20Is) and Shan Masood (396 runs in five Tests) have been awarded Category B.

Furthermore, and as part of its commitment and strategy to reward high-performing young cricketers, the PCB has created a new Emerging Players’ Category, and the initial inductees are Haider Ali and fast bowlers Haris Rauf and Mohammad Hasnain.

Haider was a standout batsman for the Pakistan Emerging and U19 sides, whereas Haris and Hasnain showed their skill, prowess and utility in limited overs cricket.

In addition to the three and to further recognise players who have performed excellently in the 2019-20 season and/or are in and around the Pakistan men’s national team, the PCB are in the process of creating enhanced domestic contracts for the 2020-21 season so that they remained valued and motivated.

Hasan Ali, Mohammad Amir and Wahab Riaz have missed out on central contracts but will remain in contention for selection in what will be a busier cricket season as compared to the one that has just concluded, while Imam-ul-Haq, Sarfraz Ahmed and Yasir Shah have slipped one category each.

Pakistan men’s national team chief selector and head coach Misbah-ul-Haq said: “The philosophy and criteria for this merit-based central contract list was simple and straightforward: the selectors reviewed player performances in the past 12 months and then looked ahead to our team requirements in the forthcoming 12 months.

“I am thankful to the PCB Chairman for supporting our recommendation to give emerging player contracts to Haider, Haris and Hasnain. This is part of our forward-looking strategy and investing in the future, while also encouraging potential future national team players. I am sure this will motivate a number of youngsters in the 2020-21 domestic cricket to perform up to the expected level and earn such incentives.

“I want to congratulate Azhar Ali and Babar Azam for getting captaincy extensions. This is absolutely the right decision as they also require certainty and clarity on their future roles. I am sure they will now start looking to the future and start planning so that they can build sides that can perform at the expected levels.

“The selectors have made the tough decisions to leave out Amir, Hasan and Wahab but considering Hasan missed most of the season due to an injury and Amir and Wahab decided to focus on white-ball cricket, this was the right move. However, Amir and Wahab are senior and experienced bowlers and they remain in contention as we believe they can still contribute to the Pakistan men’s cricket team and also mentor our young battery of fast bowlers.

“Rizwan has been promoted to Category B after being a regular member of the side, while Sarfraz has been placed in Category B as he very much features in our future plans. We have some tough cricket lined up over the next 12 months where we will potentially require Sarfraz’s knowledge and experience.

“I am delighted for Naseem and Shaheen who have been well-rewarded for their outstanding performances. The two teenagers are the future of Pakistan cricket and I have no doubts that if they remain fit and stay focused, they will dominate world cricket for a long time. Their elevation is also a reward for bowling coach Waqar Younis, who has been working tirelessly on them, but there is still a long way to go for the duo and they have to perform consistently at big stages before they can put their cases of classifying them in the league of bowlers such as Waqar.

“In the list, we have a strong pool of batsmen and bowlers, which will allow us to strategically rotate our players and manage their workloads. In the meantime, the selectors will continue to keep an eye on the 2020-21 domestic cricket and if they feel strongly that someone needs to be fast tracked into the national side, then we will not hesitate in giving those top performers such opportunities.”

In the forthcoming season, Pakistan is scheduled to play two T20Is in Ireland (July), three Tests and three T20Is in England (July-September), three ODIs and three T20Is in South Africa (October), three ODIs and three T20Is at home against Zimbabwe (November), two tests and three T20Is in New Zealand (December), two Tests and three T20Is at home against South Africa (January 2021) and two Tests and three T20Is in Zimbabwe (April 2021).

In addition to these bilateral series, Pakistan will also feature in the Asia Cup T20 tournament and the ICC T20 Men’s World Cup 2020 in Australia.

PCB Men’s Central Contract List for 2020-21

Category A

Azhar Ali (Central Punjab)
Babar Azam (Central Punjab/Karachi Kings)
Shaheen Shah Afridi (Northern/Lahore Qalandars).

Category B

Abid Ali (Sindh/Lahore Qalandars)
Asad Shafiq (Sindh/Multan Sultans)
Haris Sohail (Balochistan)
Mohammad Abbas (Southern Punjab)
Mohammad Rizwan (Khyber Pakhtunkhwa/Karachi Kings)
Sarfraz Ahmed (Sindh/Quetta Gladiators)
Shadab Khan (Northern/Islamabad United)
Shan Masood (Southern Punjab/Multan Sultans)
Yasir Shah (Balochistan/Peshawar Zalmi).

Category C

Fakhar Zaman (Khyber Pakhtunkhwa/Lahore Qalandars)
Iftikhar Ahmed (Khyber Pakhtunkhwa/Karachi Kings)
Imad Wasim (Northern/Karachi Kings)
Imam-ul-Haq (Balochistan/Peshawar Zalmi)
Naseem Shah (Central Punjab/Quetta Gladiators)
Usman Shinwari (Khyber Pakhtunkhwa/Lahore Qalandars)

Emerging Players’ Category

Haider Ali (Northern/Peshawar Zalmi)
Haris Rauf (Northern/Lahore Qalandars)
Mohammad Hasnain (Sindh/Quetta Gladiators)

Violation of SOPs: Punjab govt considers closing various markets in Lahore

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ISLAMABAD (Dna) – Punjab Chief Minister Usman Buzdar appeared before the Sugar crisis inquiry Commission today where he briefed the commission on the topic of sugar subsidy and also answered questions.

According to details, Punjab Chief Minister Usman Buzdar reached Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) Headquarter and recorded his statement regarding subsidies given on sugar exports to the Inquiry Commission headed by DG FIA Wajid Zia.

The inquiry commission also asked questions regarding the investigation to CM Buzdar and recorded his answers. After his appearance in front of the commission, which was kept hidden to the media by FIA administration, the Punjab Chief Minister left for Lahore from Islamabad.

The commission had summoned Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah on Thursday to inquire about the matter of sugar subsidy but upon receiving the summon notice, Murad Ali Shah has decided not to appear before the Inquiry Commission.

Advocate General Sindh has written a reply to the DG FIA saying that the Chief Minister can not be summoned under the TORs of the commission. Therefore, FIA should immediately withdraw the CM s summon.

The inquiry commission s investigation is in its final stages. Earlier, the commission had recorded the statement of Federal Minister Asad Umar, while PML-N leaders Shahid Khaqan Abbasi and Khurram Dastagir also apprised the commission with facts about the sugar crisis scandal.

The commission had also summoned the CEOs of Sugar Mills and conducted investigations from them. The commission will soon complete its investigation and submit a report to the Prime Minister.

Violation of SOPs: Punjab govt considers closing various markets in Lahore

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LAHORE (Dna) – Following the continuous violation of SOPs and precautionary measures by the traders, the Punjab government is considering closing various markets in Lahore.

According to sources, a high level meeting was held under the chairmanship of Punjab Chief Minister Sardar Usman Bazdar. The meeting expressed serious concerns over the situation in the markets.

Sources said that SOPs were being violated in markets and the proposal to close some markets immediately in being considered.

According to sources, the government is considering to close Hall Road, Shah Alam Market, Anarkali and Azam Market in Lahore, while there are no security measures at Ichhra Bazaar, Township Bazaar and other places.

Sources privy to the government said that the shops will be challaned in the first phase and then the shops will be sealed as SOPs do not seem to be implemented.

On Tuesday, Punjab government had threatened to re-impose a lockdown if the businesses continue to flout SOPs issued by the government as a part of easing the restrictions imposed to contain the spread of COVID-19.

Speaking at the LCCI, Provincial Minister for Industries and Commerce Mian Aslam Iqbal said that the actions of the traders are not pleasing and are affecting the efforts of the government to control the outbreak of COVID-19.

The minister said if traders continue to disregard the SOPs agreed on before easing the lockdown, Punjab government won’t think twice about re-imposing the lockdown. This time around, however, the lockdown will be stricter than the previous one.

Mian Aslam Iqbal said Lahore has become the centre of the coronavirus in Punjab and the locally transmitted cases of the virus are increasing the country, adding that the traders must show a sense of responsibility to avoid the lockdown reimposition.

He said the lives of people have been put on stake for a few rupees. “I am tired of advocating for traders, but they have cross all the limits,” he said and added the attitude of the responsible people is beyond comprehension.

The provincial minister appealed that children should not be allowed in the markets while guards should be posted in the shops and markets, adding that all shopkeepers should arrange hand sanitizers.

Govt to launch Radio channel to impart education: Shafqat

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ISLAMABAD, May 13 (DNA) : Federal Minister for Education, Professional Training and National Heritage Shafqat Mehmood Wednesday said the government was planning to start a Radio channel for imparting education to students affected by the closure of schools and colleges due to coronavirus outbreak.

Speaking in National Assembly on a motion moved by Prime Minister’s Advisor on Parliamentary Affairs Babar Awan to discuss the situation arising out of current pandemic COVID-19, he said, “We are planning to launch a Radio channel for students whose studies had been affected due to closure of schools after start of coronavirus pandemic.”

He said a teleschool channel was available for students for 10 hours daily from 8 am to 6 pm. During the morning session, juniors were given classes followed by classes for seniors. The channel was broadcasting programmes from 8 in the morning till 6 in the evening every day and delivered content for the students of grades 1 to 12, he added.

He said the morning session included classes on English, Maths, Urdu and General Science dedicated for junior students while the next session which includes all subjects was for senior students.

The minister also paid tribute to doctors, paramedical ,  nursing staff and police and administration and government employees for performing their duties during coronavirus.=DNA

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Azerbaijan govt committed to take care of its Diaspora

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ISLAMABAD (DNA) – Vugar Mammadov – Head of Cooperation, State Committee on Work with Diaspora of the Republic of Azerbaijan has stated that Azerbaijan leaders have aimed at strengthening the relations between the Republic of Azerbaijan and the Azerbaijanis all over the world.

The efforts of Heydar Aliyev are worth mentioning in this regard. He issued the decree about the First Congress of the World Azerbaijanis to implement this great ideology, and proposed the idea of establishing a special state body to organize systematic work with our compatriots abroad and ensure the consolidation of national unity among our peoples. Mr. Mammadov also highlighted the role of Azerbaijan’s State Committee of Diaspora and their multiple initiatives to support the Azerbaijan diaspora worldwide.

He expressed these views while speaking during a webinar organized by Center for Global & Strategic Studies (CGSS) on the topic, “Working of Azerbaijan’s State Committee of Diaspora and How Azerbaijan Diaspora is contributing in Nation Building”, in collaboration with the State Committee on Work with Diaspora, Baku, Republic of Azerbaijan.

The session was moderated by Lieutenant Colonel Khalid Taimur Akram (Retd)- Executive Director CGSS.

Yalchin Elman Mammadov – Independent Consultant and Former Policy Advisor Phrenos European Commission’s Contractors Event & Communication, Brussels thanked CGSS for organizing this important webinar on Working of Azerbaijan’s State Committee of Diaspora & stated that Azerbaijan diaspora is multi linguistic & multi ethnic and is actively participating in the development of their country.He also said that Strengthening and supporting Azerbaijan’s diaspora across the world is the priority of their government. He shared his thoughts on How Azerbaijan Diaspora is contributing in Nation Building during CGSS Online Int’l Conference.

Dr. Mehmood ul Hassan – Member Board of Experts CGSS and Expert on Eurasian affairs – appreciated the efficient role of Azerbaijan state committee on diaspora, which is playing an active role in ensuring the well-being of Azerbaijan. He mentioned that Azerbaijan diaspora act as cultural ambassadors and linking bridges, thereby sowing the seeds of trust, co-existence and cooperation. In the end of his speech, Mr. Mehmood suggested Pakistani and Azerbaijani diaspora to collaborate by exchanging scholars, students and think tanks especially from Kashmir, Nagorno-kharabagh committee.

Ms. Mehreen Gul – Director CGSS–gave a detailed analysis of Pakistani youth Diaspora and Azerbaijani youth diaspora.She stated that Youth diaspora represent an immense richness for host societies since they bridge different countries, cultures and identities, fostering intercultural dialogue, supporting interregional cooperation and promoting social cohesion. The State Committee for Diaspora Affairs is very active for young diaspora representatives abroad. She highlighted that Pakistani youth diaspora is working in approximately 150 countries. The Pakistanis in America have interacted with their homeland in several ways. The most profound of these influences has been in terms of the economic help the community has provided to their original homeland. Also, they are engaged in their host countries organizations to the help the home land

Dr. Ashfaq Ahmed – International Relations Expert and Assistant Professor, University of Sargodha – stated that the State Committee on Work with Diaspora of the Republic of Azerbaijan is efficiently working in energizing the Azerbaijanis across the globe. Their aim is to connect the Azerbaijan diaspora with each other and familiarize them with the rich and diverse history of Azerbaijan.

The Webinar was attended by approximately 30 participants including young students from different Universities of Pakistan who also participated in the Question/Answer session.

Child abuse-the crime against humanity

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SAHAR ZAREEN KHAN

Pakistan has a complex society structure which has multi dimensional issues. Over population, poverty, low literacy rate and a developing economy has given birth to many crimes in the society like extortion, human trafficking, Narcotics smuggling etc. But the most devastating part is the cruelty with children. This heinous crime of child abuse is a stigma at our country’s name. Nowadays whenever any newspaper or TV channel is opened there is news of baby girls or minor boys raped by a paedophile.

In recent years the ratio of such cases has horribly increased. In such incidents, some are relentlessly murdered with their body parts even mutilated. Some luckily survive but the trauma they face is so shattering that for the rest of their lives they are stuck in physical and psychological problems.

In sexual abuse, the health issues which they normally encounter are gastrointestinal disorders, gynecological disorders and somatization, while psychological and behavioral symptoms include anxiety, low self stem, PTSD, cognitive impairments, body image concerns, substance abuse, self harming and many other issues. The adult offenders target little kids because they are vulnerable. The criminals involved in such type of activities have got serious type of mental disease called pedophilia in which a person experiences a primary or exclusive sexual attraction towards children. But this disease is of such type that mostly it is unnoticed.

That’s the reason the in most of the cases, the offenders are either from close relatives or neighbours or acquaintances. In such type of fiduciary relationships it is very difficult to spot a pedophile. The best possible solution is to take care of your kids as it is the primal solution to save them. We need to develop a relationship with our kids which are more than a mere role of a parent or sibling. We need to educate our kids to make them realize that touching their private parts even just body touch with someone is something really serious. We need to make them understand to never allow anyone to have  physical contact with them, make them realise them that never respond to any stranger even the relatives who show extra love, care and sympathies to them and offer them chocolate or other stuff kids really love. We need to encourage them to trust us by being friendly and assure them that they are supposed to trust their parents only. We have to take precautionary measures and keep monitoring their daily routine. Just take care of your child because you definitely never want to lose them. We must remember that no authority or force can guard your kids. Only you who can save your child. We need to save our children from such evils as they are our future.

The Author is a social media activist. She can be contacted at [email protected]

COVID-19 Situation in Tajikistan is under control

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DUSHANBE, 12.05.2020. (DNA) – The Ministry of Health and Social Protection of the Population has assessed the country’s coronavirus situation as controlled. All commissions on COVID-19 prevention are working smoothly and efficiently at all levels, reports the ministry.

The government and the ministry have been taking all the necessary measures in the fight against the pandemic.  There is no shortage of medical masks and antiseptics in the country, as in some countries. All the protective clothing and masks are mainly produced in the republic.

Those infected with COVID-19 are receiving proper medical care, prices of medication in pharmacies is continually being regulated, explanatory work is likewise being carried out regularly, as are large-scale disinfection works, notes the ministry.

According to the ministry’s chief consultant on maternal and child health affairs Sherali Rahmatulloev, 90% of those infected with COVID-19 can be cured without taking medications, and most recover from it much like from the seasonal flu or SARS.

Sherali Rahmatulloev“Today there is no panic among the population, people try to live a measured life, complying with the recommendations of doctors. People have already realized the danger of the spread of coronavirus and most are wearing masks. Of course, despite all the preventive measures, unfortunately, there are those who neglect the generally accepted norms and rules of hygiene, and explanatory work will continue with them. People should understand that if sanitary standards are neglected, the disease will spread exponentially and become uncontrollable,” notes Rahmatulloev.

Because everything is being done in a timely manner, despite the claims of the opposite by some media outlets, Rahmatulloev expresses hope that the situation in Tajikistan will not be as critical as it has been in other countries.

Twelve days have passed since the official announcement of the first COVID-19 case. As of May 11, the number of cases has risen to 661.

Australian high commissioner makes chana chat for Iftar

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ISLAMABAD (DNA) -The Australian High Commissioner to Pakistan, Dr Geoffrey Shaw shared his love for the art of Pakistani cooking and traditional Iftar recipes.

Turning to Twitter on Wednesday, Dr Shaw shared with his followers a recipe and video of him preparing one of Pakistan’s most popular Iftar dishes, ‘Chana Chaat.’

“It is light and refreshing, and a perfect way to celebrate Ramadan,” High Commissioner said.

“While we practice social distancing this Ramadan, it is good to find small ways to mark this holy month with family and community,’ he added.

Heydar Aliyev Foundation provides medical items, food packages, gifts to Thalassemia patients

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After the devastating earthquake in 2005, Heydar Aliyev Foundation started its work in Pakistan and constructed a new school for girls in Muzaffarabad, by the initiative of the President of the Foundation, First Lady of Azerbaijan – MehribanAliyeva. Ambassador noted that during these 15 years the Foundation initiated a series of social and humanitarian projects in all provinces of Pakistan: Ambassador Ali Alizada

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ISLAMABAD : Ambassador of Azerbaijan to Pakistan, Ali Alizada visited Sundas Thalassemia Center of Pakistan in Islamabad and met with the medical staff of the Center, as well as the patients and their families.

The Chief Administrator of the Center, Air Vice Marshal (Retd.) Aftab Hussain, briefed Ambassador about the facilities of the Center and patients who are being treated there. He said that Sundas Thalassemia Center has been operating for more than 20 years, and more than 350 children from different parts of Pakistan suffering from thalassemia and more than 60 children suffering from hemophilia are currently receiving free treatment and blood transfusion.

He noted that the Center, which was the first of its kind in Pakistan and was visited by the President and First Lady of the country, also provides financial and logistical support to the families of patients. Then the Ambassador of Azerbaijan was invited to get acquainted with transfusion ward, lab, blood bank and pharmacy of the Center.

Greeting the medical personnel and the patients of the Center, as well as their family members,Ambassador of the Republic of Azerbaijan to Pakistan, Ali Alizada on behalf of Heydar Aliyev Foundation congratulated them on the advent of holy month of Ramadan and expressed his best wishes.

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He mentioned that Heydar Aliyev Foundation is doing a remarkable work for the treatment of patients suffering from Thalassemia in Azerbaijan and abroad, and the medical equipment, masks, food boxes and gifts presented to the Thalassemia Center, have also been provided by the support of the Foundation. 

Ali Alizada recalled that after the devastating earthquake in 2005, Heydar Aliyev Foundation started its work in Pakistan and constructed a new school for girls in Muzaffarabad, by the initiative of the President of the Foundation, First Lady of Azerbaijan – MehribanAliyeva. Ambassador noted that during these 15 years the Foundation initiated a series of social and humanitarian projects in all provinces of Pakistan.

He noted that the Foundation assisted in the establishment of Thalassemia Center in Islamabad, donated ambulances and thousands of blood bags to various charity organizations of Pakistan, did not forget orphans and special children during Ramadan every year, organizing iftar dinners and presenting gifts to them. The Ambassador expressed his gratitude to patients of the Sundus Thalassemia Center for joining an iftar dinner organized for orphans and special children at the Aiwan-e-Sadr last year, with the participation of the President of Pakistan and the First Lady. He added that the organization of iftar dinners were not possible this year due to the pandemic, but other charitable activities of the Foundation would be continue. Ambassador A. Alizada expressed that, the social and humanitarian projects implemented in Pakistan by the Foundation serve to further strengthen and deepen friendly and fraternal relations between Pakistan and Azerbaijan.

At the end, blood bags and medical masks purchased with the support of the Foundation, as well as food boxes and toys prepared for the patients of the Thalassemia Center were presented.

Air Vice Marshal (Retd.) Aftab Hussain, Chief Administrator of the Center also stressed that the social and humanitarian projects of Heydar Aliyev Foundation are being implemented regularly in Pakistan and expressed his gratitude to the Foundation and its leadership for providing blood bags, medical masks, food boxes and gifts to the Thalassemia Center.

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