Expressing his frustration at his own coalition government, Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman and Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari has warned the Centre of quitting ministries “if the promises made to flood affecters in Sindh are not fulfilled”.
He made the remarks while addressing a ceremony after the inauguration of the Seed Subsidy program under BISP for flood-affected farmers in Karachi on Sunday.
“The promises to flood victims are needed to be fulfilled otherwise it will be difficult for us to hold our [federal] ministries,” Bilawal said.
In December last year, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, during his visit to Pir Guddu and Kot Diji flood-affected areas in the Khairpur district, inspected the post-flood rehabilitation work and announced the construction of houses for flood victims.
The PPP leader, while expressing his severe concerns and regret, said that the promises made to the flood affecters by the federal government could not be fulfilled. The flood-hit community is going through a hard time amid rising inflation in the country, he added.
Karachi, March 02, 2023: The Latif Kapadia Memorial Welfare Trust (LKMWT) has opened its fourth Non-Profit Medi-Health Clinic in Khuda Ki Basti, Surjani Town, Karachi, with a commitment to providing affordable healthcare services to underprivileged people in Pakistan. The clinic was inaugurated by legendary Mr. Anwar Maqsood, and Mr. Ahmed Kapadia, Chairman of LKMWT.
During the inauguration ceremony, Mr. Maqsood praised the high standard of medical facilities at the clinic and recalled the late Latif Kapadia’s efforts towards improving the lives of people and the community. He applauded the project and emphasized the need for more initiatives like these, saying that the people of Surjani Town and surrounding areas will now have access to good medical services within their reach and at a minimal cost.
The newly established LKMWT clinic is equipped with modern medical tools and offers free medical consultations, diagnostic tests, and medication facilities to residents of Surjani Town and adjacent areas. The clinic reflects the vision of Late Mr. Latif Kapadia to enable basic healthcare facilities for less privileged communities. The project was completed within a year of laying the foundation stone, thanks to the sheer dedication of LKMWT and its volunteers.
Mr. Ahmed Kapadia, Chairman of LKMWT, expressed his gratitude to the donors and volunteers of LKMWT for their contributions and to Mr. Gulzar Mughal for providing the land for the clinic. He also acknowledged the efforts of other trustees of LKMWT, including Mr. Sabir Sami, and vowed to continue the mission of the trust by managing this welfare project and enhancing its future medical capabilities.
The LKMWT’s fourth Non-Profit Medi-Health Clinic is a testament to the trust’s commitment to providing affordable healthcare services to underprivileged communities in Pakistan, and its dedication to fulfilling the vision of its late founder, Latif Kapadia.
Founded in 2007, the trust has been providing medical care facilities to underprivileged communities. Previously, LKWMT established world-class health clinics in Shah Faisal Colony, Khokhrapar-Malir & Quaidabad-Landhi. These clinics provide medical checkups, consultations, and medications at only Rs. 40 per patient. Each year, over 120,000 patients took benefit from these Medi-Health clinics.
LKWMT has a mission to carry forward the dream of ‘Latif Kapadia’ towards bridging the gap between quality medical facilities and underprivileged groups of society. The trust will continue working for the betterment of the society by promoting education, alleviating poverty, fighting socio-economic challenges, besides paving the way for a high-quality healthcare ecosystem with the ambit of the trust. For details, visit www.lkmwt.org.
About LKMWT:
The Latif Kapadia Memorial Welfare Trust (LKMWT) was established in 2007 by a team of admirers of the renowned actor Latif Kapadia. The Trust’s establishment was an act to continue Latif Kapadia’s mission of spreading happiness, even after his departure for his heavenly abode. LKMWT’s main focus is to cater to the needs of the underprivi8leged communities. Medi-Health Clinic- 1, 2 & 3 located at the outskirts of Karachi, cater to the general public who are unable to afford the high fees of private doctors. Every year more than 120,000 patients visits LKMWT’s Medi-Health clinics for highly subsidized treatment. Till now these clinics have helped more than 695,000 patients with primary health care. The number of patients is increasing every year. Please visit www.lkmwt.org for further updates.
The counting of votes is underway after polling ended peacefully for the by-election in Rajanpur’s NA-193, National Assembly constituency.
The NA-193 seat had fallen vacant following the death of PTI’s Sardar Jaffar Khan Leghari in December 2022.
Previous in the day, polling began at 8 am and continued without a break till 5 pm. Meanwhile, the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) allowed the voters present inside polling stations to cast their votes beyond the 5 pm deadline.
The interim government of Punjab had sought a delay of the by-polls citing security issues, however, the electoral body turned down the request.
It said that a control room had been established at the commission’s secretariat to monitor the election. The control room will be accountable for addressing the complaints regarding the polling, it added.
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Imran Khan Wednesday lambasted the Pakistan Democratic Movement (PDM)-led government soon after it unveiled a host of austerity measures aimed to lessen the load on the national kitty amid an economic meltdown.
“If you want to do something [for the country], then bring your [looted] money back from overseas,” Khan said while addressing the nation via video link.
At the same time, the PTI chief paid a tribute to his party workers and followers in Lahore for participating in the ‘Jail Bharo Tehreek’ — the court arrest movement which kick-started earlier today.
KARACHI: At least four terrorists were killed during an ongoing exchange of fire in and outside the office of the Karachi police chief as militants stormed the erection located on Sharea Faisal, Geo News reported citing Sindh Inspector-General Ghulam Nabi Memon.
An unknown number of terrorists opened fire at the head office — located adjacent to the Sadar Police Station — which is home to several police buildings as well as the abodes of officers and their families.
The attack began at around 7:10 pm and is still ongoing, while multiple detonations were reported as well as terrorists targeted the five-story police building. Hours after the attack started, gunfire and grenade blasts could still be heard.
Authorities said that four floors of the building have been cleared and soon, the situation will be under control. Police snipers took up positions near the station and all lights in the area were switched off.
A police officer, who did not want to be named, told Geo News that the attackers entered the office wearing police uniforms — a similar tactic used in the Peshawar mosque suicide spasm that claimed the lives of more than 80 people.
Prime Minister (PM) Shehbaz Sharif reaches Karachi for a day-long visit today.
The premier is visiting the metropolitan city to attend the ongoing international joint naval exercises organized by the Pakistan Navy in which naval forces of more than 50 countries are participating.
On this occasion, the Prime Minister will witness a demonstration of joint action against pirates and also observe other naval exercises and professional skills.
The main objective of these exercises to be held after two years is to develop an effective joint strategy against pirates, terrorists, and drug and arms smugglers.
Earlier, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Monday visited the Turkish Embassy to express condolences over the loss of life and property in the devastating earthquake in Turkiye.
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Feroze Khan told his followers and the general public about his legal action against the prominent figures, including his ex-wife Syeda Aliza Sultan, who publicly spoke out against him during a domestic violence case, yesterday.
The actor sued for the insult against his ex-wife Syeda Aliza Sultan, the filmmakers Musaddiq Malek and Sharmeen Obaid Chinoy, as well as the actors Osman Khalid Butt, Mira Sethi, Minal Khan, Aiman Khan, Sarwat Gilani, Yasir Hussain, and Farhan Saeed. Additionally, the actor disclosed their home locations and phone numbers. However, he withheld Syeda Aliza, his ex-wife address.
He is receiving reactions from all the concerned actors today, and they all expressed their ire at him for disclosing their private information. Additionally, they said that they will sue him for disclosing addresses and phone numbers. As a result of the actor leaking their information, the actors are sharing screenshots of random messages and phone calls that they have received. The performers’ entitlement that it would have been simple to conceal the numbers while sharing the legal warning.
Daftarkhwan is launching its newest coworking space- Alpha, in the National Aerospace Science and Technology Park (NASTP), in partnership with Aviation City Pakistan, a project spearheaded by the Pakistan Air Force.
Alpha opened its doors this December, 2022- Situated in the Old Islamabad International Airport, Alpha provides a unique chance for enterprising tech companies to engage with the innovation ecosystem focused on Aerospace, IT and Cyber Tech domains. Adjacent to Alpha, NASTP also boasts Pakistan’s very first National Incubation Centre with an aerospace vertical and a specialized focus on deep tech, funded by Ignite, a subsidiary of the Ministry of Information Technology.
Daftarkhwan | Alpha has a 450+ member capacity and brings you Daftarkhwan’s signature design and vibrant workspaces including amenities such as military-grade security, secure parking, a 10,000 sq. ft. cafe and a podcast room. Furthermore an on-site daycare facility, banking centers, ATMs and one-window legal and regulatory support facilities are planned to launch this January.
CTO of ACPPL, Dr Tauseef ur Rehman says, “A central theme of NASTP’s vision is to most effectively engage the private sector into creating a productive and sustainable innovation ecosystem in Pakistan. In this pursuit, we are proud to partner with team Daftarkhwan which not only brings the best in office space experience, but also helps us curate a tech enterprises community most relevant to the Park’s focus areas of Aerospace, IT and Cyber technologies”.
Daftarkhwan has expanded to 8 sites across the nation, dominating in Lahore, Islamabad and Rawalpindi. Daftarkhwan currently covers a total area of 170,000 + sq. ft with a member capacity of 3000+ hailing from over 200+ companies based in a variety of industries from Technology and AI to Health and Education. With distinguished members, including Daraz, Tintash, Careem, Red Bull, Starzplay and many others, Daftarkhwan has firmly cemented itself as the primary co-working space for both local and international corporations.
CEO and Co-founder of Daftarkhwan, Saad Idrees says: “NASTP symbolizes the seriousness of purpose and focus of the most innovative public sector institution of the country in helping foster and scale the technology sector of Pakistan.
This is an inflection point. Globally, some of the most cutting-edge technology breakthroughs have come from collaborations between the public and private sectors. With NASTP, we have the opportunity to help reinvent the hardware and software industries of Pakistan. Daftarkhwan is ecstatic to support this historic initiative.”
Earlier this year, Daftarkhwan raised their seed investment from Emerging Market Property Group (EMPG). EMPG is a tech enterprise that dominates the classifieds industry in the region. In Pakistan EMPG owns and operates Zameen.com, Zameen Developments and OLX.
Expressing severe distresses over the alleged delay in the results of the second phase of local body elections in Karachi, Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) Karachi Emir Hafiz Naeem Ur Rehman Sunday night demanded that rigging was underway in the metropolis.
Addressing a presser at the Idarah Noor-e-Haq, JI’s mayoral candidate said that it is the party’s constitutional, democratic, and legal right to be provided numbers of their election results.
However, the JI’s senior leader said Chief Election Commissioner Sikandar Sultan Raja and the secretary of the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) have issued clear orders to provide Forms 11 and 12, which are not being followed.
“Some of the Sindh government’s deputy commissioners are impeding the release of results. If results are not proclaimed within an hour, we will begin sit-ins across the city. People should start to encircle polling stations,” he said.
The JI chief stressed that while he would applaud successful candidates in the local body polls and encourage those who have lost, the party won’t allow hijacking people’s mandate.
Commenting on his party’s position in the elections during Geo News show Naya Pakistan, Hafiz Naeem said: “I am wary of making big claims about the polls, but according to what the numbers are showing our position is good in District Central, District East, and District Korangi. These districts have roughly 125 union committees.”
He added that JI is also leading in several places across District East; in fact, it is also ahead in some areas in Keamari.
Musawar Ali 