Day: August 8, 2021

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Shaheed Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto’s ideology is my ideology: Chairman PPP at an event where former CM, Ministers and MPAs formally announced their joining of PPP

Quetta, August 08, 2021 (PPI-OT):Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari said that the PPP would form government across Pakistan after sweeping the next general elections. It is certain that a PPP ‘Jiyala’ will lead the next Balochistan government as the Chief Minister.

The PPP Chairman was addressing an exclusive party function which pertained to the induction of leading politicians from different political parties in the PPP. Those who joined the PPP included Balochistan former Chief Minister Nawab Sanaullah Khan Zehri and former Federal Minister General (retd.) Abdul Qadir Baloch, at Jattak House on Sariab Road.

He added that that the people of Balochistan are an energetic and brave people, and that the relationship between the PPP and the people of Balochistan was three generations old. The people here supported the people’s leader Shaheed Zulfikar Ali Bhutto and made a history, added the PPP Chairman.

“The historic bond was further cemented when the people of Balochistan stood shoulder to shoulder with Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto. After the martyrdom of Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto, they once again sided with President Asif Ali Zardari and now the people of Balochistan would be his strength, he said.

He said that a new generation was entering into the political fray, adding “I want to make history with the youth of Balochistan, Sindh, Punjab and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa”. The PPP Chairman said that the PPP by passing the NFC award to the provinces had ensured the historical injustices could begin to be repaired. He added that the PPP also passed the 18th amendment to realise the dream of Shaheed Zulfikar Ali Bhutto to devolve power and give the right to self-govern to all provinces.

He said that one of the basic rights enshrined in the constitution guaranteed that the people of that province from where the wells of natural reserves have been discovered would be the first to benefit. He said that former President Asif Ali Zardari had provided Benazir Income Support Programme for financial assistance to impoverished women, launched programmes for the increase of salaries and pensions, and also increased the salaries of the armed forces.

The PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari said that while the puppet and ineligible Prime Minister Imran Khan’s government had been established after Nawaz Sharifs, but both usurped the will of the people. He added that both these parties were further trying to undermine the people’s rights. They are jointly conniving to undermine the 18th Amendment and do away with the NFC Award. They only see our islands, our coasts, and our resources, but they don’t see the people. There is only one party, the PPP, that knows how to defend your rights.

He said that the PPP will bring a people’s government in Pakistan that can resolve the problems of the people. The common man has recognised that they have been robbed in the name of CHANGE and in reality there is record inflation, poverty, lawlessness and unemployment.

The PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari said that his ideology is the ideology of Shaheed Zulfikar Ali Bhutto, who said that it is not written in the destiny of the poor that he will always be poor. He said that Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir’s dream was that every Pakistani child should be brought up in a better environment where everyone should have freedom of expression.

The Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari while referring to the Quetta tragedy said that the people of Balochistan have faced many difficulties. Lawyers were martyred here five years ago, but so far these martyrs have not received justice. He felicitated the leaders, dignitaries and workers who joined the party and reiterated his commitment to the rights of the people of Balochistan, and he vowed he would keep visiting the province.

Before the welcoming address of the party Chairman, leaders and dignitaries hailing for different political parties announced their joining the PPP. They are Chief of Jhalawan and former Chief Minister of Balochistan and MPA Nawab Sanaullah Zehri and former Governor Balochistan and former Federal Minister General (retd.) Abdul Qadir Baloch.

Other personalities who have announced to join PPP include former MPA and former provincial minister Col. (retd.) Younus Changezi, former member MPA and former provincial minister Nawab Muhammad Khan Shahwani, former MPA Madam Kishore Ahmed Jattak, former district nazim Naseerabad Sardar Changez Sasoli, Former Central Leader Balouchistan National Party Sardar Imran Bangalzai, Former Chairman Khuzdar Mir Abdul Rehman Zehri, Former Leader PML-N Nawab Sherbaz Nosherwani, Mir Irfan Kurd, Former Provincial Minister Agha Irfan Karim Ahmadzai, Mir Ghazi Khan Pendrani, Syed Abbas Shah and others.

Meanwhile, the PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari wore a traditional turban during the inaugural ceremony, while newcomers to the PPP waved the PPP flag and chanted slogans of “Jeay Bhutto”.

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PPP Media Cell (Sindh)
Pakistan People’s Party (PPP)
Peoples Secretariat Shikarpur Colony,
Behind Mazar-e-Quaid-e-Azam, Karachi, Pakistan
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Email: contact@ppp-tu.com
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ICC Player of the Month nominations for July announced

Dubai, August 08, 2021 (PPI-OT):The International Cricket Council (ICC) today announced the July nominees for the ICC Player of the Month awards, instituted in January this year to recognise the best international performances across formats for male and female cricketers.

The nominees for the monthly men’s awards this time are Shakib Al Hasan (BAN), Mitchell Marsh (AUS) and Hayden Walsh Jr (WI) while Hayley Matthews (WI), Fatima Sana (PAK) and Stafanie Taylor (WI) figure in the women’s shortlist.

An independent ICC Voting Academy* and fans around the world can now vote to decide the winners, which will be announced next week. Fans registered on icc-cricket.com/awards are invited to cast their votes for their favourite ICC player of the month for July in both categories.

ICC Men’s Player of the Month for July:

Shakib Al Hasan (Bangladesh)

Experienced star all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan of Bangladesh contributed to all three formats of the game as Bangladesh won the series against Zimbabwe last month. Shakib Al Hasan scored 96 unbeaten runs as Bangladesh defeated Zimbabwe by three wickets in the second ODI at the Harare Sports Club. In the T20Is with the ball, Hasan took three wickets at an economy rate of seven leading his country to a series win against Zimbabwe.

Mitchell Marsh (Australia)

Australian all-rounder Mitchell Marsh played three ODIs and five T20Is against West Indies last month. In the T20Is, Marsh scored 219 runs with a strike rate of 152.08 and took 8 wickets with an economy rate of 6.76, making him the lead run-scorer and wicket-taker for Australia in the series.

Hayden Walsh Jr (West Indies)

Leg-spinner Hayden Walsh Jr played three ODIs against Australia last month, where he took seven wickets with an economy rate of 4.14. Walsh Jr was also the most impressive bowler in the T20I series against Australia where he picked up twelve wickets in five games at an average of 11.66, making him the leading wicket-taker for the West Indies in both the ODI and T20I series against Australia.

ICC Women’s Player of the Month for July:

Hayley Matthews (West Indies)

West Indies all-rounder Hayley Matthews scored her second ODI hundred and took two wickets with the ball as West Indies cruised to a dominant series-clinching eight-wicket win over Pakistan last month. Matthews was also named Player of the Series against Pakistan.

Fatima Sana (PAK)

Fatima Sana was the leading wicket-taker for Pakistan in the ODI series against the West Indies, and also a joint-leader for her side in the T20I series between the sides. A maiden five-wicket haul from Fatima Sana helped Pakistan defeat West Indies by 22 runs via the DLS method in the fifth ODI of the series. In the same game, with four overs remaining in a shortened innings due to a delayed start, Sana scored an unbeaten 28 off 19 balls which included four boundaries. She was also named the player of the match for her stellar performance.

Stafanie Taylor (WI)

Captain Stafanie Taylor contributed with both bat and ball as the West Indies won both their ODI and T20I series against Pakistan in July. In the four ODIs against Pakistan, Stafanie scored 175 runs with a strike rate of 79.18 and took three wickets with an economy rate of 3.72. Stafanie was also on top of the rankings for batters and all-rounders in the MRF ICC Women’s ODI Rankings earlier in July.

The voting process:

The three nominees for either category is shortlisted based on performances from the first to the last day of each calendar month. The shortlist is then voted on by the independent ICC Voting Academy* and fans around the world. The ICC Voting Academy comprises prominent members of the cricket fraternity including well-known journalists, former players, broadcasters, and members of the ICC Hall of Fame. The Voting Academy submit their votes by email and hold a 90 per cent share of the vote. Fans registered with the ICC vote via the ICC website, accounting for the remaining 10 per cent. Winners are announced every second Monday of the month on the ICC’s digital channels.

ICC Voting Academy for ICC Player of the Month July 2021*:

Afghanistan: Hameed Qayoomi and Javed Hamim; Australia: Melinda Farrell and Lisa Sthalekar; Bangladesh: Tarek Mahmoud and Mohammad Isam’ England: Elizabeth Ammon and Claire Taylor; Ireland: Ian Callender and Isobel Joyce; India: Annesha Ghosh and Irfan Pathan New Zealand: Mark Geenty and John Wright; Pakistan: Faizan Lakhani and Ramiz Raja; South Africa: Firdose Moonda and Makhaya Ntini; Sri Lanka: Neville Victor Anthony and Russel Arnold; West Indies: Ian Bishop and Merissa Aguilleira; Zimbabwe: Tristan Holme and Mpumelelo Mbangwa; Others: Paul Radley and Dirk Nannes.

For more information, contact:
Headquarters,
International Cricket Council (ICC)
Street 69, Dubai Sports City,
Sh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road, Dubai, UAE
Phone: +97-143828800
Fax: +97-143828600
E-mail: enquiry@icc-cricket.com
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Five kidnappers killed in Pishin

Five kidnappers have been killed in an exchange of fire with Counter Terrorism Department in Pishin.

According to CTD spokesman, the kidnappers were also involved in abduction and killing of Malik Ubaidullah Kasi a leader of Awami National Party.

A huge cache of arms and ammunitions was also recovered from their hideout.

Source: Radio Pakistan

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CTD kills at least three terrorists near Lahore

At least three terrorists were killed in an encounter with Counter Terrorism Department in Ferozwala near Lahore this morning.

According to the CTD spokesman, the killed terrorists were planning to carry out terrorist activities during Muharram Ul Haram.

Source: Radio Pakistan

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Major Tufail remembered on 63rd martyrdom anniversary

63rd Martyrdom day of Major Muhammad Tufail Shaheed is being observed today.

To mark the day, a function was held in Tufail Abad district Vehari today, where General Officer Commanding Major General Munir ud Din laid floral wreath at the shrine on behalf of Chief of Army Staff General Qamar Jave Bajwa and Corp Commander Bahawal Pur Lt.General Khalid Zia.

On the occasion, a contingent of Pak army offered Salute to the martyred Soldier.

Families of army officers, officers of civil administration and notables of the area also attended the function.

Source: Radio Pakistan

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Polling for by-election on GB-4 Nagar-1 underway

Polling for the by-election on GB Assembly 4 Nagar 1 is in progress.

Our Gilgit correspondent Sher Muhammad reports that the polling process will continue till 5:00 pm without any break.

42 polling stations have been set up in the constituency for 23,467 registered voters.

COVID-19 SOPs are strictly being implemented during the polling process at stations.

The PTI candidate, Aga Zulfiqar Ali, PPP’s Javed Hussain, Islami Tehreeke Pakistan’s Ayub Wazari, Muttahida Wadatul Muslimeen’s candidate Rizwan Ali are contesting election on party tickets.

Source: Radio Pakistan