PESHAWAR (Dunya News) – Five senators, who were recently elected as independent candidates from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, have joined the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI).
The independent senators announced their formal joining of PTI and submitted their declarations of affiliation to the party chairman.
Mirza Muhammad Afridi, Azam Swati, Faisal Javed, Noor-ul-Haq Qadri, and Robina Naz provided their written consent to the party leadership.
PTI Chairman Barrister Gohar Ali will now submit these declarations to the Election Commission.
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In the recent Senate elections, Murad Saeed was also elected but has been absent from the public eye for a long time.
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ISLAMABAD, Jul 26 (APP):Governor Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Faisal Karim Kundi and Pakistan Peoples Party’s Central Secretary Information Nadeem Afzal Chan held an informal meeting with prominent journalists at the Governor House in Islamabad on Saturday.
During the meeting, the overall political situation of the country and key issues pertaining to Khyber Pakhtunkhwa were discussed in detail.
Among the journalists present were Irfan Saddozai, Ahmad Nawaz, Khalid Chaudhry, Sohail Khan, Itarat Jafri, Usman Jabbar, and Furqan Ali.
Governor Kundi spoke on matters related to law and order and public issues in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
He emphasized the vital role media plays in strengthening democratic systems, saying that journalistic guidance and constructive criticism help governments make better decisions.
He appreciated the suggestions and feedback shared by the journalists and assured them that all possible resources would be utilized for the welfare of the people of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
Meanwhile, Governor Faisal Karim Kundi has praised the establishment of industries abroad by Pakistanis and their investments back home, calling these efforts highly encouraging and beneficial for the country’s economy.
He expressed these views during a special meeting with Sameer Munir Sheikh, Director of Nashwa Group, at his residence in Islamabad.
Governor Kundi said that the government encourages overseas Pakistanis to invest internationally while also contributing to Pakistan’s economy through foreign exchange earnings.
He expressed happiness over the establishment of Nashwa Group’s textile operations in Saudi Arabia and congratulated the entire team for this achievement.
He also highlighted the significant investment opportunities available in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and urged industrialists to explore the province for potential business ventures.
Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has reaffirmed the federal government’s unwavering support for Balochistan in its fight against terrorism, during a high-level meeting held in Quetta to review law and order. In a statement released on Saturday, Naqvi co-chaired the special session at the Chief Minister’s Secretariat with Chief Minister Sarfraz Ahmad Bugti.
The meeting focused on the overall security situation in Balochistan, the performance of law enforcement agencies, and ongoing operations against “Fitna-e-Hindustan” – a term used for Indian-sponsored terrorists operating in the region.
Attendees included the Balochistan IGP, Frontier Corps (North) IG, Counter Terrorism Department DIG, Special Branch DIG, Levies DG, senior officials from the Home and Tribal Affairs Department, and other representatives of law enforcement agencies.
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Chief Minister Bugti briefed the meeting on the current security scenario, progress made by security forces, and updates on the implementation of the provincial action plan against terrorism. He also identified obstacles impeding the plan’s execution and invited suggestions to overcome them.
Addressing the gathering, Naqvi declared that the end of “Fitna-e-Hindustan” terrorists would be a disgraceful one. He stated that India-backed militants and their facilitators “have no place to hide in Pakistan” and vowed that they would be brought to justice at any cost. “Those challenging the writ of the state will be dealt with with an iron hand,” he added.
He assured the complete cooperation of the federal government to restore peace in Balochistan. He said the centre stood firmly with the provincial government and that a strong coordination mechanism existed between the two.
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CM Bugti stated that the war against terrorism was not only the responsibility of the security forces but of the entire nation. He said that action against subversive and terrorist elements had been further intensified.
He added that all state institutions in Balochistan were fully active and working in complete coordination to restore peace and order. He stressed that the sacrifices of the people and security personnel would not go in vain. He also highlighted the resolve and confidence of the nation, expressing optimism that Pakistan would overcome the threats posed by its enemies.
Earlier in the day, Naqvi arrived in Quetta for a one-day visit. He was received at the airport by provincial ministers and senior officials. Upon his arrival at the Chief Minister House, he was formally welcomed by CM Bugti. The two leaders also paid tribute to the martyrs and offered prayers for the security personnel who had lost their lives in the line of duty.
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has reiterated that the development priorities for the Model Villages Project will be aligned with the needs of the people.
Presiding over a special meeting, CM Maryam was briefed on three major initiatives: the Model Villages Project, the Clean Punjab campaign, and the Waste-to-Value programme. She directed authorities to set a firm deadline for the timely execution of the Model Villages initiative.
The meeting reviewed progress on the ambitious plan to upgrade 1,200 villages into fully equipped model settlements. Key features of each model village will include a 24/7 water supply, a comprehensive sewage system, and a dedicated waste management facility.
Additional planned amenities include paved streets, improved roads, children’s play areas, extensive tree plantation, house numbering, and signage installation throughout the villages.
Officials also presented solar-powered solutions for water supply and sewage systems, with development in 130 villages already completed during the pilot phase.
CM Maryam emphasized that the initiative will be driven by public priorities, with a commitment to ensuring holistic and sustainable development in every village under the scheme.
LAHORE (Dunya News) – Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has emphasised that the priorities of the Model Villages Project will be set based on public needs.
Chairing a special meeting, CM Maryam received briefings on three key initiatives: the Model Villages, Clean Punjab, and Waste-to-Value projects. She demanded a deadline for the swift completion of the Model Villages initiative.
Progress on the project to transform 1,200 villages into model settlements across Punjab was reviewed. Each model village will be equipped with a round-the-clock water supply, a complete sewage system, and a waste management treatment facility.
Plans also include paved streets, road restoration, children’s parks, tree plantation, house numbering, and installation of signboards in every village.
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The meeting also featured a briefing on solar-powered water supply and sewage models. In the pilot phase, development has been completed in 130 villages.
Maryam Nawaz stated that the project would prioritize the needs of the public, aiming to ensure full development of each village under the scheme.
Pakistan on Saturday warned of glacial flooding in the northwest with more rain forecast for the area in the coming week.
Downpours are heavier in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province than the same period last year, prompting weather advisories and alerts for flooding from glacial lake outbursts, said Anwar Shahzad, a spokesperson for the local disaster management authority.
A letter from the authority sent out mid-July said “persistent high temperatures may accelerate snow and glacier melt and subsequent weather events” in vulnerable parts of the region.
Dr. Abdul Samad, from the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Tourism Department, said rescue teams evacuated more than 500 holidaymakers from Naran after a cloudburst overnight Friday caused a road closure. Authorities deployed heavy machinery to remove debris and restore access.
In the neighboring Gilgit-Baltistan region, the government said it had distributed hundreds of tents, thousands of food packets, and medicine to flood-affected communities.
Spokesperson Faizullah Firaq said Saturday there was “severe destruction” in some areas and damage to houses, infrastructure, crops, and businesses.
Search operations were underway to find missing people on the Babusar Highway, where flooding struck nine villages. Helicopters rescued tourists stuck in the popular spot of Fairy Meadows, he added.
Pakistan has received above-average rainfall this monsoon season, raising concerns of a repeat of the devastating 2022 floods that submerged a third of the country and killed 1,737 people. Some 260 have died across Pakistan so far this season, which runs through to mid-September.
Pakistan is one of the countries most vulnerable to climate change, but one of the lowest contributors to greenhouse gas emissions.
