Pakistan’s Sindh province has been embroiled in a controversy after Senior Minister Sharjeel Inam Memon accused the Pakistan Customs department of seizing a government vehicle at a non-customs paid (NCP) facility. The incident has sparked a heated debate, with Memon alleging that the vehicle was confiscated despite the presentation of all relevant government documents.
The seized vehicle belongs to the Sindh Information Department and was purchased through official company sales outlets. Memon expressed his gratitude to the Chamber of Commerce for facilitating the traders of Gul Plaza, stating that over 500 vendors have set up stalls.
In a statement, Memon demanded that the Pakistan Customs department return the vehicle to the department and issue a written apology. He also criticized the department’s behavior, stating that such incompetence and unacceptable behavior cannot be tolerated.
Memon’s statement comes amidst a series of controversies surrounding the Pakistan Customs department, including the seizure of government vehicles and the alleged misuse of funds.
Separately, Sindh Governor Nihal Hashwani met with Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah at the Governor’s House in Karachi. Meanwhile, a case of embezzlement has been registered against the Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) Azhar Naveed and his son.
In other news, the Supreme Court dismissed petitions filed by failed candidates seeking admission to the National Testing Service (NTS) exam. Justice Shaukat Aziz Siddiqui issued a written order in the case.
The Pakistan Aviation Authority (CAA) has directed airlines to reduce jet fuel consumption while flying over Pakistan. The move is part of the government’s efforts to conserve fuel and reduce costs.
In a separate development, the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has expressed concern over a false claim made by a foreign media outlet, stating that the claim was designed to mislead the Afghan public. The Afghan public is already facing numerous challenges due to the presence of terrorist groups.
In a significant development, the Sindh Higher Education Commission (HEC) launched a new initiative, with Secretary HEC Dr. Naeem Hassan and Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Wasim Qazi jointly inaugurating the event.
A woman who had filed a complaint of gang rape in Seragoddha has withdrawn her complaint. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced that the government would implement budgetary cuts, affecting civil servants’ salaries ranging from 5% to 30%. The move aims to provide relief to the public.
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz congratulated athlete Hira Rehan on breaking a national record. President Asif Ali Zardari condemned drone attacks on Pakistani civilians, stating that the Afghan government’s continued failure to take responsibility for its actions was unacceptable.
Former Senator Mushataq Ahmed stated that Iran would not be allowed to collapse, as the US and Israel have lost the war. In a related development, the Accountability Court in Peshawar sent the owner of a private company to jail for 14 days in the Upper Kohistan Financial Scandal.
The Pakistan Airports Authority issued a new notice for flights from Islamabad and Lahore airports. Former US President Donald Trump expressed hope that China, France, Japan, South Korea, the UK, and other countries would send warships to the region.
The International Cricket Council (ICC) officially reprimanded Pakistani batsman Salman Ali Agha for breaching the Code of Conduct, levying a one demerit point on him.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced that the government would implement budgetary cuts, affecting civil servants’ salaries ranging from 5% to 30%. The move aims to provide relief to the public.
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) stated that Hussain Talat suffered a dislocated left shoulder during a match against Bangladesh.
