The Sindh government has declared a public holiday on the occasion of Youm-e-Ali, a significant event in the Islamic calendar. According to Minister for Local Government Nisar Hussain Shah, the holiday has been announced to allow citizens to participate in processions and events commemorating the occasion. Shah also revealed that a street in Karachi will be named after Ayatollah Khamenei, the spiritual leader of Iran.
However, the minister clarified that processions on Sharif Faisal Street, which is the planned route for PTI’s procession, have been banned. All organizations have been asked to take their traditional routes instead. It is worth noting that processions will be held in various cities across the country today, including in Karachi where the President’s motorcade has taken over several streets and alleys.
The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) has launched an initiative to ensure the accuracy and reliability of the National Identity System. Sources claim that PTI Chairman Barrister Gohar has warned that there is a war on two fronts – one against Iran and the other against Pakistan’s own internal conflicts.
Meanwhile, virtual economic review talks between Pakistan and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) are ongoing, with the IMF briefed on Pakistan’s economic situation and new budget-related tax proposals yesterday. China’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has stated that China’s special envoy is actively working to establish links and foster cooperation between Pakistan and Afghanistan.
In other news, two workers lost their lives while cleaning a gutter in a house in Head Skandari, a suburb of Multan. The Punjab Assembly Secretariat has decided to introduce paperless working. PTI Chairman Barrister Gohar has stated that it is unprecedented for anyone to ask a trustee to vacate their position.
British High Commissioner Jean Mary said that the purpose of their visit to Parliament was to meet with political leaders. However, when asked about the agenda of the meeting, she replied that it was a private discussion. Islamabad High Court has announced a four-day working week, with courts to remain open from Tuesday to Thursday.
In a move to conserve energy, the Education Department of Sindh has issued a notification announcing a holiday for schools and colleges. In a tragic incident, a three-year-old child fell into a open manhole in Lahore’s Raiwind area and lost his life. Donald Trump has stated that he will terminate the war when Iran stops its attacks, and the ongoing war between America and Iran is proceeding well.
The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) has launched an initiative to ensure the accuracy and reliability of the National Identity System. Spain has recalled its ambassador to Israel, while Pakistan’s Cricket Team Captain Shahid Afridi has expressed his optimism that the team will be able to set a target of 270-280 runs on the current wicket.
According to Iranian sources, over 37 waves of missile and drone attacks have been carried out against Israel and American military bases in the Middle East. Iran has reportedly carried out over 3,133 attacks on Gulf countries, including 783 missile attacks and over 2,350 drone strikes.
