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Pakistan Chief Justice Qazi Faez Isa has responded to a letter from Justice Ijazul Ahsen, expressing disappointment with Ahsen's allegations regarding the working of a committee constituted under the Supreme Court (Practice and Procedure) Act, 2023. In his response, Chief Justice Isa stated that his door is always open to all colleagues, and he is available on intercom and cell phone. He added that despite the allegations, Justice Ahsen did not approach him or reach out via intercom or cell phone to express concerns. The Chief Justice highlighted the importance of judicial work and emphasized the need for effective communication among judges.

The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has imposed a nationwide ban on the transfer and posting of deputy commissioners and additional deputy commissioners and others assigned to supervise the upcoming elections. In a letter addressed to the Secretary Establishment and the four Chief Secretaries, the ECP emphasized the strict enforcement of the ban, citing the pivotal roles assigned to DCs and ADCs in the upcoming general elections. “I am directed to state that the Commission has appointed DROs, ROs and AROs on December 11, 2023, for the conduct of General Elections 2024. To this end, the commission has imposed a complete ban on the posting/ transfer and leaves of DROs, ROs, AROs and Data Entry Operator DEOs (EMS Operators) engaged in the election process forthwith and till the culmination of the election process,” says the letter. #ECP #Pakistan #Elections #PoliticalNews #Government

عمران خان اور شاہ محمود قریشی کو فردِ جرم عائد کرنے کے لیے جج کے سامنے روسٹرم پر بلا کر کھڑا کر دیا گیا جس کے بعد عدالت کی طرف سے جو چارج شیٹ پڑھ کر سنائی گئی اس کے تحت ملزمان پر تین الزامات عائد کیے گئے۔ الزام نمبر 1: عمران خان نے بطور وزیر اعظم اور شاہ محمود قریشی نے بطور وزیر خارجہ سیکرٹ ایکٹ کی خلاف ورزی کی اور ملزمان کے غیر قانونی اقدام سے ملکی تشخص، سکیورٹی اور خارجہ معاملات کو نقصان پہنچا۔ الزام نمبر 2: 27 مارچ سنہ 2022 کو خفیہ دستاویز کو عوامی ریلی میں لہرایا گیا۔ الزام نمبر تین: ملزمان نے جان بوجھ کر ذاتی مفاد کے لیے سائفر کو استعمال کیا۔ اس سے قبل کہ متعلقہ عدالت کے جج مزید کچھ کہتے، سابق وزیراعظم اور مقدمے کے مرکزی ملزم عمران خان نے انھیں مخاطب کرتے ہوئے کہا کہ ’میرے جرم میں یہ بھی شامل کر لیں کہ میں نے ملکی اور غیرملکی اسٹیبلشمنٹ کو بےنقاب کیا۔‘ عمران خان نے مزید کہا کہ یہ کیسے ہو سکتا ہے کہ جس کی حکومت گرائی گئی ہو اس کو ملزم قرار دیا جائے۔ رضوان قاضی کے بقول ’جب عمران خان بول رہے تھے تو ان کا لہجہ سخت تھا جس پر جج نے عمران خان کو روکتے ہوئے کہا کہ آپ کا لہجہ مناسب نہیں۔‘ عمران خان خاموش ہوئے تو ان کے ساتھی ملزم شاہ محمود قریشی نے بولنا شروع کر دیا اور کہا کہ بطور وزیرِ خارجہ انھوں نے سینکڑوں سائفر دیکھے لیکن یہ سائفر منفرد تھا۔ #imrankhan #pti #ptiofficial #court #election2024 #pakistan

Lamborghini has reached an unprecedented agreement with its unions to implement a four-day workweek for car production workers. This deal, considered “historical,” marks the first of its kind in the European auto industry, reducing working hours without a wage cut. Instead, it includes a salary increase and a one-time bonus of $1,082 in the next month. The new workweek will lead to production workers working up to 31 fewer days a year. While Lamborghini joins other European companies adopting the shortened workweek, major auto industry players like Ford, General Motors, and Stellantis have not yet approved similar measures. The move towards a four-day workweek is aimed at promoting better work-life balance and has shown positive impacts in various industries, including increased productivity and improved job retention. #Lamborghini #Workweek #Labor #Industry #EuropeanAuto

For the first time in eight years, Iranian pilgrims will resume regular travel to Saudi Arabia starting from December 19. Flights will depart from 10 airports in Iran, carrying pilgrims on the Umrah pilgrimage to Mecca. This development is a significant sign of improved relations between the two countries. The resumption of full diplomatic relations between Iran and Saudi Arabia was mediated by China in March. This agreement allows Iranian pilgrims to participate in both the haj pilgrimage and the Umrah, marking a positive step in religious and diplomatic ties between the nations. Up to 70,000 Iranian pilgrims are expected to travel to Saudi Arabia by the end of February 2024. #Iran #SaudiArabia #Umrah #Diplomacy #Pilgrimage

Saudi Aramco, the world’s largest oil producer, has acquired a 40% stake in Gas and Oil Pakistan Limited (GO), a major fuel retailer in Pakistan. This marks Aramco's entry into the retail fuel market in Pakistan and facilitates the introduction of its Valvoline lubricants brand to the country. The agreement was signed by Aramco's Executive Vice President of Products & Customers, Yasser Mufti, and the CEO of Gas & Oil Pakistan Ltd, Khalid Riaz. The deal is expected to strengthen cooperation between Saudi Arabia and Pakistan in the petroleum and chemical sector, providing Aramco with a new market for its products. #SaudiAramco #OilIndustry #Pakistan #BusinessExpansion #Investment

ایبٹ آباد کے تھانہ نواں شہر میں افسوسناک واقعہ پیش آیا، جہاں زہریلی گیس کے باعث ماں اور اس کے 4 بچے جان کی بازی ہار گئے، امکان ہے کہ گیس ہیٹر سے زہر لگنے سے جاں بحق ہوگیا۔ کاربن مونو آکسائیڈ سمجھے جانے والے دھوئیں نے خاندان کے افراد کی بے وقت موت کا باعث بنا۔ باپ، اکیلا زندہ بچ جانے والا، بے ہوش ہو گیا لیکن خود کو زندہ کرنے میں کامیاب ہو گیا۔ فی الحال طبی دیکھ بھال کے تحت، توقع ہے کہ وہ اس واقعے کے بارے میں اہم تفصیلات فراہم کرے گا۔ طبی ماہرین آگ اور جانی نقصان کے خطرات سے بچنے کے لیے سونے سے پہلے گیس ہیٹر بند کرنے کا مشورہ دیتے ہیں، خاص طور پر سردیوں کے موسم میں ایئر ٹائٹ کمروں میں۔ #GasPoisoning #AbbottabadTragedy #SafetyTips #WinterHazards

The University of Health Sciences (UHS) has released the final merit lists for public medical and dental colleges, featuring 4485 candidates. After an interim merit list release on December 8, candidates were given a 48-hour window to raise objections through an online portal, resulting in 1159 objections. Prof Nadia Naseem, the Pro Vice-Chancellor of UHS, and the admission team carefully considered objections, leading to the issuance of the final merit lists. The lists will play a pivotal role in the admissions process for public medical and dental colleges, with 3389 candidates expected to be enrolled through open merit and quota seats. #UHS #MedicalAdmissions #DentalAdmissions #MeritLists #EducationPakistan

Zara, the retail giant, is facing a backlash and calls for a boycott after an advertising campaign triggered controversy. The campaign featured mannequins with missing limbs and statues wrapped in white, prompting accusations of insensitivity and anti-Palestinian sentiment. Pro-Palestinian activists took to social media, with the hashtag #BoycottZara trending on platforms like X. Zara expressed regret for any offense caused and removed the images. The campaign, inspired by historical men's tailoring, aimed to showcase an artist studio setting but was criticized for its unintended interpretation, leading to renewed discussions about the responsibility of brands in advertising. #Zara #BoycottZara #FashionControversy #BrandResponsibility #AdvertisingBacklash

Amidst a global drop in oil prices, the interim government in Pakistan is poised to bring relief to the public in the upcoming bi-weekly review of petrol and diesel prices. International reports indicate a notable $5.49 per barrel decrease in petrol prices. Sources suggest that the Pakistani government is considering a substantial reduction of Rs13 per liter in petrol prices. Presently, petrol is priced at Rs281.34 per liter, while diesel stands at Rs289.79 per liter. If reports hold true, the new rates would be Rs268.34 per liter for petrol and Rs274.79 per liter for diesel, providing welcome relief to consumers. #FuelPrices #Pakistan #PetrolPrice #DieselPrice #GlobalOilMarket #EconomicNews #Petrol #Diesel #FuelRelief #OilPricesDecline