The Senate of Pakistan has passed a bill amending the Penal Code, introducing a new section 297-A, which aims to curb Jadoo Tonah (black magic). The bill stipulates that anyone found guilty of practicing or promoting Jadoo Tonah will face imprisonment ranging from six months to seven years and a fine of up to 1 million rupees. However, the amendment will not apply to individuals who are licensed to practice spiritual healing under the Ministry of Religious Affairs.
In other developments, the Senate has approved several bills, including the Mental Health Amendment Bill, Nursing Council Amendment Bill, Medical and Dental Council Amendment Bill, and Civil Servants Amendment Bill. The bill related to honor killings has been referred to the relevant committee. Senator Sarmad Ali’s proposed Punjab Motor Vehicle Amendment Bill has also been passed.
The Senate has also approved the Civil Servants Amendment Bill, which mandates that 10% of the provincial share be allocated to women and 5% to minorities. Furthermore, the Senate has approved the Federal Curriculum, Textbook Bill, and the Punjab Motor Vehicle Amendment Bill.
According to a media report, Afghanistan’s development budget has been reduced from 131 billion Afghanis to 24 billion Afghanis. New SOPs will be developed, and fire safety systems will be strengthened, announced MPA Dr. Maira Nisar.
In a separate incident, a new case of a child succumbing to throat disease has been reported in Karachi. The child was undergoing treatment, said MPA Dr. Muhammad Ishaq Sohder.
A social media frenzy has erupted over the wedding of Punjab Chief Minister Maira Nisar’s and Captain Retired Safdar’s son, Janid Safdar.
According to the Met Office, a dry spell is expected in Karachi for the next 24 hours, with a possibility of fog at night.
The number of fatalities in the tragic incident at the Gul Plaza has risen to 28, with 11 bodies identified so far. Efforts are being made to identify the remaining 17 bodies, said Deputy Commissioner South.
A spokesperson for the AF region has stated that a smuggling gang was busted, and two suspects were arrested during the operation.
In a separate incident, a fire broke out at the Rampla Plaza adjacent to the Gul Plaza, which has been declared unsafe by the Sindh Building Control Authority (SBSCA).
The Met Office has warned that a powerful western system may affect the upper parts of the country from January 24.
A total of 29 people have been confirmed dead in the Gul Plaza fire, with 11 bodies identified so far.
In a diplomatic development, tensions have risen between India and Poland after a meeting in New Delhi, reported a local newspaper.
The marriage of Punjab Chief Minister Maira Nisar and Captain Retired Safdar’s son, Janid Safdar, has taken social media by storm.
