Category: National

Lahore train driver gets suspended for stopping train to buy yogurt

The train driver and his assistant have been suspended from service by Federal Minister for Railways Azam Khan Swati for stopping near Kahna railway station to buy yogurt. Video showing a train driver stopping to buy yogurt from a shop went viral on social media. The minister said that he would not tolerate such events in the future.  

Pakistan Navy successfully test fires surface-to-air missile

Navy Public Relations Director General said Wednesday that Pakistan Navy Air Defence Unit conducted a successful test of firing missiles from land to air. Pakistan Navy’s Coastal Command and Pakistan Marines’ 23rd Air Defense Battalion conducted aerial defense exercises using Man-Portable Air Defence Systems. The test was also witnessed by the Chief of Naval Staff Admiral Muhammad Amjad Khan Niazi.

Govt announces lifetime salary for the family of slain Sri Lankan manager

PM Imran Khan announced Tuesday that the Sri Lankan manager’s family will continue to receive a monthly salary. This comes after the manager was lynched in Sialkot last week. Premier Khan made the announcement during a condolence reference in Islamabad for Priyantha Diyawadana. Priyantha Diyawadana worked at a garment factory in Sialkot.

BBC names three Pakistanis among its 100 most inspiring women of 2021

BBC has named three Pakistani women to its 100 most inspiring women of 2021 list. This list includes inspiring and influential women from around the globe. The British broadcaster’s list of 2021 recognizes women who are redefining society, culture, and the world. The Pakistani women who made the list include disability activist Abia Akram, Malala Yousafzai, and Mother Camp founder Laila Haidari.

British human rights organization awards Filmmaker Sharmeen Obaid Chinoy

Sharmeen Obaid Chinoy has been given a Human Rights Portfolio award by a British organization specifically focused on human rights. She was honored for showing leadership, courage, and compassion through her documentaries. The organization was founded by British documentary and portrait photographer Platon. The organization seeks to create a visual language for documenting human rights. 

Pakistan Railways to run special steam engine to promote tourism

To revive tourism activities, Pakistan Railways (PR) has arranged a special steam engine tourism train. PR has arranged the train in accordance with PM Imran Khan’s vision for attracting foreign tourists. According to a Railways spokesperson, a special train would run from Rawalpindi to Attock City and Nowshera to promote tourism.

Pakistani woman stuck at Attari border for 70 days names her newborn Border

The Pakistani couple who remained stranded at the Wagah-Attari border for more than two months named their newborn ‘Border’. The child was born on December 2, 2021. They remain in India since they lack the necessary documents to cross the border. The parents of a boy born at the Pakistan-India border, Nimbu Bai and Balam Ram, hail from Rajanpur district in Punjab province.

PM Khan announces Tamgha-i-Shujaat for person who tried to rescue Sri Lankan citizen

PM Imran Khan praised the courage and bravery of Malik Adnan, who risked his own life to protect Priyantha Diyawadana from vigilante mobs in Sialkot. PM Khan has announced that Malik Adnan will receive the ‘Medal of Bravery’ for risking his own life. A Sri Lankan national was beaten to death and his body burned on Friday in Sialkot.

Under-trial prisoners escape from Lahore court lock-up; 2 accused of murder

Two groups of under-trial prisoners clashed while they were being presented before a Lahore court on Monday leading to the escape of at least 12 prisoners. Authorities said they had been able to re-arrest two of the fleeing prisoners. Additional steps are being taken to apprehend the others. It occurred in Model Town, Lahore when 166 prisoners were brought to district courts for hearings.

Govt to Launch Pakistan’s Biggest Talent Hunt Program for Sports

To revive the sports culture in Pakistan, Prime Minister Imran Khan has approved the launch of Kamyab Jawan Sports Drive, the country’s largest talent hunt program. Reports indicate that the premier will officially inaugurate the Kamyan Jawan Sports Drive on 6 December at Jinnah Stadium in Islamabad. The talent hunt will be launched in 25 regions for 12 sports ​in the first phase.