JAKARTA , (DNA) — The electoral victory of Indonesian President Joko “Jokowi” Widodo last week represents a win for the nation’s political elite.Although the official count is not due until late May, an unofficial quick count suggests voters gave Widodo, 57, a former furniture exporter, a solid mandate. His challenger, former general Prabowo Subianto, appears to have lost to Widodo for a second time.Markets are reacting with relief. The rupiah strengthened around 1% on Wednesday as Widodo appeared to be cruising to a likely victory. The country’s stock exchange was closed on election day but the Jakarta Composite Index rose as much as 2.3% on Thursday.
Kashmiris’ struggle cannot be suppressed: Gandapur
ISLAMABAD, April 21 (DNA): Minister for Kashmir Affairs Ali Amin Gandapur here on Sunday said that Kashmiris’ just and indigenous struggle for self-determination could not be suppressed through Indian brutalities in occupied Kashmir.In a statement, Ali Amin Gandapur strongly condemned the state terrorism of India against Kashmiri people who are struggling for their right to self-determination for the last seven decades.Expressing serious concern over the health of a renowned Kashmiri leader Yasin Malik, the minister said, “India will not succeed in shattering Kashmiris unshakable resolve through inhuman measures.”
Eight outlaws held; stolen bike and weapons recovered
ISLAMABAD, April 21 (DNA): Islamabad Capital Police have arrested eight outlaws from various localities of the city and recovered stolen bike, tampered car, wine and weapons from their possession a police spokesman said.Following the directions of DIG (Operations) Waqar Uddin Syed, all officials of Islamabad police had accelerated their efforts to curb activities of anti-social elements and drug pushers.According to details, Golra police arrested accused Muqam Khan and recovered stolen bike from him.Bhara Kahu police arrested Fareed and recovered one 30 bore pistol along with ammunition from him.
PM Iran visit to reinforce Tehran, Islamabad trust: Mushahid
ISLAMABAD, April 21 (DNA): Chairman of Pakistan’s Senate Standing Committee on Foreign Affairs Mushahid Hussain Syed says Prime Minister Imran Khan’s visit to Iran would reinforce confidence and trust between Tehran and Islamabad.Senator Mushahid Hussain Sayed said the visit would also built strong political ties between the leaders of Iran and Pakistan.Prime Minister Imran Khan is paying an official visit to Iran on 21-22 April 2019 on the invitation of President of Iran, Hassan Rouhani. This is the first visit of the Prime Minister to Iran.
World leaders react to deadly Sri Lanka blasts
COLOMBO, (DNA) – World leaders have condemned a series of blasts in Sri Lanka that killed more than 160 people on Sunday, including dozens of foreigners – with British, Dutch and American citizens believed to be among them.Hospital sources also said Japanese citizens were among those injured by the bombs which ripped through high-end hotels and churches holding Easter services.Sri Lanka’s Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe condemned the string of blasts as “cowardly” and said the government was working to “contain the situation.”
At least 129 killed, hundreds more injured in Colombo Easter Sunday blasts
COLOMBO: (DNA) – Easter Day bomb blasts at three Sri Lankan churches and three luxury hotels killed about 129 people and wounded more than 400, a hospital director and police officials said, following a lull in major attacks since the end of the civil war 10 years ago.In just one church, St. Sebastian’s in Katuwapitiya, north of Colombo, more than 50 people had been killed, a police official told Reuters, with pictures showing bodies on the ground, blood on the pews and a destroyed roof.
Nisar may become next Punjab CM if Buzdar is shown the door: report
LAHORE: (DNA) – Senior politician Chaudhry Nisar Ali Khan is expected to take oath as member of Punjab Assembly next week months after winning the seat in July 2018 election.It would be the first time the Chaudhry from Chakri would be taking oath as the Member of Punjab Assembly.Previously he had retained National Assembly seat despite winning from Punjab Assembly seat in 2013 .
Nepal envoy opens Pet show at Rawal Expo
RAWALPINDI, APR 21 (DNA) – The Ambassadors of Nepal and Tunisia paid a visit to the International Rawal Expo 2019 being organised by Rawalpindi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (RCCI) at Ayub National Park Rawalpindi.Sewa Lamsel Adhikari, Ambassador of Nepal inaugurated the Pet show at Rawal Expo 2018. She inquired about the different breeds of dogs, Cats and birds and enjoyed the show. She appreciated RCCI for organizing such a healthy activity for the visitors and families.
Pakistan deplores India’s unilateral suspension of cross-LoC Trade
ISLAMABAD, APR 21 (DNA) – Pakistan deplores the unilateral Indian decision to suspend cross-LoC trade and rejects the allegations regarding its misuse.The Indian action is based on groundless accusations that this mechanism is being used for smuggling, narcotics, fake currency and ‘terrorism’.This litany is all too familiar and in line with India’s frequent attempts to portray legitimate activities of the people in Occupied Jammu & Kashmir as linked to so-called “terrorism”.Cross-LoC trade has been one of the functional Confidence-Building Measures (CBMs) between the two countries, which came about after arduous diplomatic efforts.
PM Imran Khan to inaugurate Naya Pakistan Housing Scheme in Quetta
ISLAMABAD (DNA) – Prime Minister (PM) Imran Khan on Sunday will inaugurate the Naya Pakistan Housing Scheme projects during his visit to Quetta before leaving for a two-day maiden visit to Iran.Balochistan Chief Minister Jam Kamal and other senior officials will receive the PM at the airport.The premier will also meet the bereaved Hazara families and offer his condolences on the deaths of their loved ones in last week’s Hazarganji blast that claimed 22 lives.Later, PM Khan will preside over important meetings scheduled to analyse peace and security situation in the province, and development projects.
