Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has reaffirmed the country’s commitment to fighting extremism and terrorism, emphasizing the importance of social justice, economic inclusivity, and interfaith harmony for sustainable peace. Speaking on the occasion of the International Day to Combat Terrorism, Sharif stated that Pakistan will continue its national struggle against terrorism, extremism, and hate.
Sharif highlighted that extremist ideologies and violence damage social cohesion, undermine human values such as tolerance, compassion, and mutual respect, and are detrimental to the well-being of individuals and societies. He also emphasized the need for economic cooperation and collaboration, stating that Pakistan is committed to working with Kuwait to promote economic partnerships.
The Prime Minister acknowledged Pakistan’s sacrifices in the fight against terrorism and extremism, citing the bravery of security personnel and civilians who have made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. He also emphasized the importance of promoting education and positive thinking among the younger generation to counter extremist ideologies.
In other news, the Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PMDC) has reaffirmed its commitment to enforcing the policy of fee capping in medical and dental colleges across the country. The council emphasized the need for strict implementation of the policy to ensure that students are not burdened with exorbitant fees.
Meanwhile, the opposition party, the PTI, has announced plans to stage a protest in front of the Parliament House, with the party’s leadership vowing to continue their struggle against the government. However, the government has dismissed the PTI’s claims, stating that the party’s leadership is receiving special treatment and privileges.
In a separate development, the Sindh government has decided to seal off high-risk buildings that have been found to be in violation of fire safety regulations. The decision comes after a series of incidents in which dogs have attacked people in various parts of the city.
The federal government has also formed a high-level committee to review and propose amendments to the Pharmacy Act 1967. The committee will be tasked with examining the current laws and regulations governing the pharmacy profession and making recommendations for improvement.
In international news, the results of the 13th parliamentary elections in Bangladesh are still being announced, with the Awami League-led alliance expected to win a majority of seats. The International Cricket Council (ICC) has also imposed a fine on Pakistani cricketer Muhammad Nabi for violating the ICC Code of Conduct.
In other news, the United Arab Emirates has banned the sale of soft drinks, chocolates, and potato chips in schools. The decision is aimed at promoting healthy eating habits among students.
Finally, Saudi Arabia has announced a series of new appointments and dismissals, with several new ministers and public prosecutors being appointed. The changes come as part of a broader effort to reform the country’s government and public institutions.
In a separate development, Indian singer Aditya Narayan has been charged with a new set of allegations in connection with a one-year-old case in which his first wife, Ranjana Jha, accused him of removing her fetus without her consent. The case was previously filed in court but has now been reopened.
