Saturday 2 April 2016

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CricketKaSawal: Experts discuss Pakistan's cricket in grand debate

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LAHORE (Dunya News) – Pakistani nation’s passionate emotions for cricket have always run high. But with the continuous streak of crushing defeats and poor performances, even the Pakistani team’s most die-hard fans have started questioning the future of cricket in the country. It is at this hour that Dunya News brought cricket experts together on one platform in grand debate to discuss what went wrong and where is the nation’s team heading.With their piercing opinions and sharp critique, these ‘gurus’ of cricket carefully dissected the issues and pointed to the problems that led to the defeats. Former spinner and Googly-Master Abdul Qadir lambasted Najam Sethi for his shortcomings.Meanwhile Pakistan’s former out-swing delivery master Aqib Javed silenced the audience with his insight and hinted towards the grouping within the team.Dunya News Sports Analyst Zainab Abbas presented a sharp critique of Pakistani Captain Shahid Khan Afridi, which revealed the skippers poor performance record, along with negligence and mismanagement.Former Director of Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Ahsan Malik was not far behind in the arguments, revealing the presence of unprofessional cricketers in the team.Senior cricket commentator Qamar Ahmed also presented his views, saying even though politics was part of the game, but the trend of politics in our team was shocking.Pakistani cricketers Syed Ajmal and Sohail Tanvir also expressed their concerns and views, with sharp criticisms and sound solutions. All in all, the grand debate proved one thing, that these zealous fans of the game will always assure that their voices are heard, and the voice clearly say; don’t mess with this game.

RAW agent confesses using Afghan territory against Pakistan

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ISLAMABAD (Dunya News) – In a series of shocking revelations, arrested Indian Intelligence agent Kulbhushan Yadav confessed Saturday of using Afghan terrirotyr against Pakistan as well. During the investigation of the case, Yadav stated that he kept sending ammunition and terrorists from Afghanistan to spread instability and unrest in Pakistan’s Balochistan province.According to sources, it was revealed during the interrogation that RAW’s agent Rakesh alias Rizwan was in already in Iran and he was the one who arranged an Iranian visa and a business in Chabahar for Yadav.During his stay in Iran, RAW agent Yadav also visited Afghanistan. It was also revealed during the investigation that Yadav had also provided asylum to numerous separatists as well.After Yadav’s interrogation, the presence of RAW’s network in Afghanistan has also been identified.

D-Chowk sit-in: Terrorism section added to cases against religious leaders

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ISLAMABAD (Dunya News) – Government has yet to take action against those who staged a sit-in protest at D-Chowk Islamabad earlier, but has started tightening the noose against those involved. The sections of incitement against state, spreading religious hatred and terrorism were added Saturday to the cases already registered against the religious leaders involved in the protest.According to the details, the sections were added on the advice of Federal Interior Minister Chaudhry Nisar. 2 cases have already been registered against Sarwat Ijaz Qadri, Khadim Hussain and others implicated.According to the added sections, the punishments for these crimes are life imprisonment or death by hanging.Police officials have stated that recording of speeches made by the religious leaders and the incidents of vandalism have been obtained from the city’sCCTV cameras and other sources. Police added that these will be included in the cases registered against those involved.According to Interior Ministry sources, demand for the release of target killer arrested from Karachi was made earlier by Sarwat Ijaz Qadri but Nisar refused the demand.Earlier, an estimated 25,000 supporters of Mumtaz Qadri forced their way into the capital from Rawalpindi, where they had gathered Sunday afternoon to offer prayers for Qadri.The protesters damaged Rawalpindi-Islamabad metro bus stations and other government and private property.In a move to block the routes, they also set the trucks and containers on fire which were placed by the authorities, resulting in a loss of more than 40 million to the owners.

Azlan Shah Tournament: National hockey team departs for Malaysia

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KARACHI (Dunya News) – Pakistan’s national hockey team Saturday departed from Karachi airport for Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, for participation in the upcoming Azlan Shah Hockey Tournament 2016. The national team is being led by team Captain Muhammad Irfan. Pakistan’s team will also be playing against bitter rivals India on 12th of April.Speaking at the airport before the departure, team Captain Irfan stated that the team comprises of senior and junior players. He added that an intense contest will be held with each team throughout the tournament.Irfan added that the team will develop a strategy before going down to the field for match against India. He further added that the nation disappointed by defeats in cricket will be given good news regarding the hockey tournament.Irfan stated that the team will not face any kind of pressure. He added that the players will put on an a good display of their capabilities during the game.Azlan Shah Hockey tournament will be held from 6th to 16th of April in Kuala Lumpur.

NA-245 by-elections: Imran Khan demands military, Rangers deployment

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ISLAMABAD (Dunya News) – Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf chairman Imran Khan Saturday demanded that military and Rangers personnel be deployed during the by-elections of NA-245 constituency. Khan also condemned the attack on PTI’s camp at Five star Chowrangi. Heexpressed these views in a tweet on social media website Twitter.The PTI chairman stated that Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) goons had attacked PTI’s election campaign camp in Karachi and also opened fire on party workers.MQM hoodlums attacked PTI office in Star Chowrangi & fired at our workers. We demand army & Rangers be deployed for election in NA 245— Imran Khan (@ImranKhanPTI) April 2, 2016 He stated that the aggression against PTI was unacceptable, adding that PTI would respond to these provocations.PTI ldrs & workers attacked yesterday & this eve at 5 Star Chowrangi in NA 245 Khi by MQM. MQM terror tactics unacceptable. PTI will respond— Imran Khan (@ImranKhanPTI) April 2, 2016 Earlier PTI and MQM workers had a go at each during a confrontation. Both parties have claimed that several of their workers were injured during the clash.

Karachi: MQM, PTI workers clash as emotions run high before by-election

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KARACHI (Dunya News) – Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) and Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf’s (PTI) workers clashed Saturday as emotions ran high before NA-245 by-elections. Several party workers were injured during the confrontation. Worker groups of both parties attacked one another at Karachi’s Five-star Chowrangi area. Both parties have hurled accusations against one another and claimed that their workers were injured during the brawl.According to the details, the enraged workers had a go at one another with sticks and hurled stones at each other. Windows of several cars were also shattered during the ruckus.MQM‘s leader Rehan Hashmi has stated that party workers arriving for the rally were attacked by PTI workers. Hashmi backed his claim saying that the video of brawl was available on social media. He added that MQM wants the by-elections to be conducted peacefully.Meanwhile PTI has denied MQM claims saying that it was in fact MQM workers who attacked their party’s cavalcade. The party added that 2 of its workers were injured in the clash.PTI chairman Imran Khan severely criticized MQM in his tweet on social media website Twitter. He stated that extremists had attacked PTI’s office and opened fire on the workers.Khan stated that PTI will respond to these provocations, adding that Rangers and Pak Army personnel be deployed during the by-elections.WATCH VIDEO BELOW

Karachi: Four terrorists shot dead during police action

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KARACHI (Dunya News) – Four terrorists belonging to a banned outfit were shot dead late Saturday night during police action in Bhains Colony area of Karachi. Ammunition and explosives material were recovered from the exterminated suspects.According to Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Malir Rao Anwar, police raided terrorist hideout on the identification of suspects arrested earlier. Terrorists hiding in the area opened fire on the police during the raid. 4 terrorists were gunned down during the retaliatory fire.SSP Anwar further stated that police are on the hunt for accomplices of the terrorists.On the other hand, police also conducted action in Mehmoodabad area and apprehended a target killer, Akram-ud-Din alias ‘Murghi’, of a political party.Police say the arrested killer used to work for political party’s Raees Mama group. Police added that the suspect is involved in numerous cases of target killings in Korangi, Landhi and surrounding areas.

Tribal leaders, public have pushed terrorists back: General Raheel

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PESHAWAR (Dunya News) – The meeting of the Apex committee was held at Corps headquarters in Peshawar on Saturday and was attended by the civil-military leadership, reported Dunya News.The situation of the ongoing Operation Zarb-e-Azb in North Waziristan was brought under discussion during the meeting. Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Raheel Sharif stated that the tribal leaders and the public have pushed the terrorists back through their unshakable determination.General Raheel said that the infrastructure in the tribal areas will be reconstructed.He appreciated the mutual cooperation among various institutions, directing to fasten up their work whilst maintaining the quality of it as well.According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) department, it was decided in the meeting to enhance the management of various crossing points on the Pak-Afghan border, especially at Torkham.The matter of extortion calls received from Afghanistan was also brought up in the meeting and it was decided that the illegal towers operating in the Pakistani region will be closed, a delegation based on high-ranking officials will meet the Afghan government in this regards.The meeting was also attended by Director General (DG) Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) General Rizwan Akhtar, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Governor Iqbal Zafar Jhagra, KP Chief Minister (CM) Pervaiz Khattal, Corps Commander Peshawar and others.

Mass grave of victims of IS found in Syria's Palmyra

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DAMASCUS (AFP) - Syrian troops have found a mass grave containing the bodies of 42 people executed by Islamic State extremists in Palmyra, as Washington warned the groups leader will eventually taste justice.IS has in recent months claimed responsibility for deadly attacks in Brussels and Paris, but has lost ground in Syria and Iraq.Days after Syrian troops backed by Russian forces recaptured Palmyra and its ancient ruins, the army uncovered a mass grave of officers, soldiers, members of the popular committees (pro-regime militia) and their relatives, a military source told AFP on Saturday.Twenty-four of the victims were civilians, including three children, he said, asking not to be named.They were executed either by beheading or by shooting.The bodies, which were found on Friday, have been transferred to a military hospital in the provincial capital Homs and some have been identified.In a major symbolic and strategic coup for President Bashar al-Assad, the Syrian army on Sunday recaptured Palmyra and its UNESCO World Heritage Site, which IS had overrun in May 2015.During their nearly 10-month occupation of Palmyra, the terrorists executed at least 280 people, according to the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights, a Britain-based monitor which confirmed the discovery of the mass grave.Soon after IS stormed Palmyra, it shot dead 25 soldiers in the ancient Roman theatre.It later released a video of the mass killing in which the executioners appeared to be children or teenagers.Syrias five-year war has left at least 270,000 people dead. Few mass graves have been found, however.Nearly a week on, few of Palmyras up to 70,000 residents have returned.People fear reprisal by the regime, and also the mines planted all over the city by IS, Observatory director Rami Abdel Rahman told AFP.In addition, many houses were flattened by Russian air strikes before Palmyra was reclaimed, he added.IS chief to taste justiceAbout 70 kilometres (45 miles) to the west, Syrian troops on Saturday pounded the IS-held city of Sukhna, which the army wants to take back in order to consolidate its grip over Palmyra.If the regime takes Sukhna, it will use it as a launching pad for an operation against Deir Ezzor province, in eastern Syria, along the Iraqi border, which is mostly controlled by IS, Abdel Rahman said.The Syrian army has previously said the takeover of Palmyra would allow it to extend operations against IS in the east and around Raqa, the terrorists de facto capital in the north.A five-week-old ceasefire imposed by the United States and Russia, which back opposing sides in Syrias war, has seen Damascus focus its firepower on the jihadists, as the truce does not apply to them.At least 40 mostly foreign IS members, including 18 child soldiers, were killed in raids Thursday on a village in Deir Ezzor province, the Observatory said.It was one of the single highest tolls that IS has suffered in a single strike since it emerged in Syria in 2013, the monitor said.IS has lost a string of high-ranking commanders in the past few weeks, mainly to strikes by the US-led coalition which launched a campaign against the terrorists in 2014.On Wednesday, a drone strike near Raqa, likely by the US-led coalition, killed Abu al-Haija, a Tunisian commander summoned by IS leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi from Iraq.On Friday, the Pentagon warned that Baghdadi himself, who in 2014 appointed himself caliph of swathes of Iraq and Syria, would eventually be hunted down and killed.Just like we found his mentor, (Abu Musab) al-Zarqawi and killed him. Just like we found the grand master of terrorism, Osama bin Laden, we killed him. We are going to find Baghdadi, and he will taste justice, military spokesman Colonel Steve Warren said.The US military is also working with dozens of Syrian rebels under a revamped train-and-equip program implemented after a much-criticised initiative collapsed last year, Warren said.And while the truce has largely held, there have been reports of violence. The Observatory said regime air strikes on a rebel-held town east of Damascus Thursday left 33 dead including 12 children.Qatar condemned the raids with its foreign ministry warning that Syrian air strikes could torpedo the fragile ceasefire.In Aleppo province, Al-Qaedas Syrian affiliate Al-Nusra Front and allied rebels seized the town of Al-Eis which overlooks a road linking second city Aleppo to Damascus, said the Observatory.

Over 20 religious parties initiate 'Nizam-e-Mustafa movement'

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LAHORE (Dunya News) – More than a hundred leaders of over twenty religious parties attended the Nizam-e-Mustafa conference held at Mansoora on Saturday and vowed to oppose all efforts being made to make the country a secular state, reported Dunya News.The leaders bashed Prime Minister (PM) Nawaz Sharif and Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, stating that the former is attempting to make the country liberal whilst the latter is gathering all the liberal forces.The leadership decided to form a supreme council in this regards and to initiate a country-wide ‘Nizam-e-Mustafa movement’. The movement will start from Rawalpindi and will arrange a million-march towards Islamabad after holding conferences in Karachi, Peshawar and Lahore.The religious leaders criticised the Women’s Protection Bill formulated by the Punjab government and announced to present a similar bill as a substitute in the National Assembly and Senate. Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam-Fazl (JUI-F) leader Maulana Fazlur Rehman stated that the Prime Minister and Punjab Chief Minister (CM) Shehbaz Sharif want to have negotiations regarding the bill. He added that we are not denying negotiations but the movement will not halt.The joint declaration stated that the government will not be allowed to make amendment in the blasphemy law but at the same time, the religious parties were unable to formulate a bill as substitute to the Women’s Protection Bill.However, consensus is being developed upon various suggestions placed forward by the religious parties.

Remove Article-6 from constitution: Raza Rabbani

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GARHI KHUDA BAKSH (Dunya News) – Chairman Senate Raza Rabbani while addressing to the media on Saturday stated that Pervez Musharraf was being tried under Article-6 of the constitution but despite that he was allowed to leave the country, reported Dunya News.Rabbani paid visit to the shrines of Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto and Benazir Bhutto and addressed the media afterwards. He stated that the former dictator was involved in the murder of Benazir Bhutto and he violated Article-6 of the constitution as well, despite all this he was allowed to leave the country which is similar to a joke.He added that if any article or section of the constitution is of no use then it is better to omit it.Rabbani stated that according to Article-4 of the constitution, all citizens are equal before the law then how can the courts make a decision whilst ignoring it.“Today, I want to make the Supreme Court memorise Article-4 of the constitution” Rabbani said, adding that had Lahore High Court remember the particular Article an age ago then Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto might not have become subject to judicial murder.

GDA organises rally from Hyderabad to Umerkot

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HYDERABAD (Dunya News) – Grand Democratic Alliance (GDA) arranged a rally on Saturday from Hyderabad to Umerkotagainst ruling Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) in Sindh, reported Dunya News.The rally was led by GDA leader Saddaruddin Rashdi. Leaders of 16 political parties were part of the rally along with a huge number of their followers.The first stop of the rally was Tando Allahyar where Sadruddin Rashidi addressed the crowd. The rally then headed towards Umarkot after passing from Mirpur Khas.A large procession was then organised at Umerkot. Various leaders of the Grand Democratic Alliance addressed the public. Criticising the Pakistan Peoples Party government in Sindh, GDA leaders held the opinion that PPP has assumed the shape of Zardari league.Leaders of GDA accused PPP leaders of being involved in wide scale corruption in Sindh and stated that corruption in the province was at its peak, further adding that top leadership of PPP after getting their share of things has now appointed their juniors to fill their places.

RAW agent case will meet logical end: Ch Nisar

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ISLAMABAD (Dunya News) – Federal Minister of Interior Chaudhary Nisar Ali Khan addressed an important press conference on Saturday and discussed a number of issues, reported Dunya News.Nisar stated that the recent visit of the Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has been quite positive. He said that a press release was issued by the government regarding the Rouhani’s visit but a certain section of the media proliferated news on their own instead of sticking with the press release.He added that a detailed meeting was held between him and Iranian Ambassador yesterday. He said that the Iranian Ambassador had reservations about the reporting that was done regarding the Iranian President’s recent visit to the country. “I replied to him that Pakistani media is independent” said Nisar.Interior Minister said that Iran is not involved in any negative activities in Pakistan, instead the neighbouring country has supported Pakistan in the hour of need. He said that the Pakistani people have great affection towards the people of Iran thus giving an impression that Iran is against Pakistan is quite wrong.He further added that the advice to mediate the affairs between Iran and Saudi Arabia was placed forward by Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Raheel Sharif.While talking about the apprehended spy of the Indian intelligence agency Research and Analysis Wing (RAW), Nisar said that Kulbhushan Yadav’s case will meet its logical end.He added that Punjab Chief Minister (CM) Shehbaz Sharif did not need to conduct a secret meeting between General Raheel Sharif, stating that a routine meeting was held with the Army Chief in morning.Referring to the Pervez Musharraf case, Nisar commented that the former dictator’s name was added in the Exit Control List (ECL) after the decision was made by the Supreme Court, adding that he will bring the documents related to the particular case before the nation on Monday.He added that a few politicians, who did nothing while they assumed authority, are now criticising the government. He added that some analysts, who now criticise the present government, seem to be in a state of slumber for the recent five years.Nisar said that it was believed that the government is showing a non-serious attitude towards the Musharraf case despite the ongoing cases against him in the courts, which include treason case, Akbar Bugti and Benazir murder cases.He added that the government rejected Musharraf’s three appeals to go abroad and that the government was unable to make any move whilst the investigation by the court was ongoing. He said that he was amazed and confused at the remarks made by the Special Court.He said that the government informed the court that if Musharraf went abroad, he will not return. He added that Musharraf would have gone abroad after 15 days even if the government appealed against the court’s decision. Nisar said that neither the Prosecutor nor the court asked to add Musharraf’s name in the ECL.Nisar also discussed about the recent protests that took place in Islamabad. He said that the protestors peacefully asked for participation in Mumtaz Qadri’s chehlum but they broke the agreement made with the Punjab government. He said that investigation regarding administration-level mismanagement is underway.Interior Minister said that a vast portion of the people who took part in the protests were innocent people. He added that every Muslim has unshakable faith in the dignity of the Holy Prophet (Peace be upon him) but certain elements manipulated the innocent people in the protest for their own purposes.Nisar stated that Prime Minister (PM) Nawaz Sharif instructed him that he would deal with all matter associated with the protest. He added that the sit-in was organised for Mumtaz Qadri but there is no mention of him in the agreement made. He said that politics was done by certain individuals under the veil of sit-in.He stated that he gave instructions that no minister will be part of a news conference whilst standing next to the protestors. He said that the matters were being mutually dealy by Ishaq Dar, Khawaja Saad Rafique and him but the impression was made that the governmental officials are not on a common page.

Autism Awareness Day: Situation remains dismal in Pakistan

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Dunya News Report (Humaira Sajid)ISLAMABAD – The eighth World Autism Day was observed today globally, but unfortunately in Pakistan autism is relatively a new phenomenon so far, and the awareness about this disease is still virtually nil. Autism is the third most common developmental disorder in the world.The Autism day was designated by the United Nations General Assembly through a resolution passed on November 1, 2007, to highlight the need to improve the quality of life of those affected with autismso that they can lead full and meaningful lives as an integral part of the society.Autism is a a neuro-developmental disorder, manifested in children during the first three years of life. Some of the most common symptoms of Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in children are: 1) Delayed speech development. 2) Frequent use of set words and phrases. 3) Speech that sounds monotonous or flat. 4) Preferring to communicate using single words. 5) Not responding to their name being called. 6) Rejecting cuddles initiated by a parent or care giver. Reacting unusually negatively when asked to do something. 7) Being unusually intolerant of people entering their personal space, or not being aware of other people’s personal space. 8) Little interest in interacting with other people, including children of similar age. 9) Not enjoying situations that children of their age usually like. 10) Preferring to play alone, rather than asking others to play with them. 11) Rarely using facial expressions or gestures when communicating. 12) Avoiding eye contact. 13) Having repetitive movements, like flapping hands, rocking back and forth or flicking fingers. 14.) Playing with toys in repetitive and unimaginative ways. 15) Preferring to have a familiar routine and getting very upset if there are changes to this routine. 16) Having strong likes and dislikes of certain foods. 17) Unusual sensory interests – children with ASD may, for example, sniff toys, people or objects inappropriately.There are over 60 million people with autism across the world — of which many Third World countries in Africa and Asia, including Pakistan, do not even have access to any public services. The Center for Disease Control and Prevention estimates show that the the number of persons being diagnosed with the autism spectrum disorders (ASD) throughout the world are one in 68 children, while a US police training documentary quotes the figure of one in 50. Recently, CNN reported that one out of 38 children could be on the spectrum in South Korea.The situation is definitely alarming in a country like Pakistan, where due to lack of financial resources, reasonable education remains a dream even for an average person, affording rehabilitation services to an autistic child is well nigh impossible.According to Pakistan Country Report on Autism, the population of Pakistan is estimated to be 172,800,048 hence the number of people on the spectrum is estimated to be a minimum 3, 45,600 although due to under-reporting, misdiagnosis and social stigma we can say this number is in reality much higher.Sadly, there are no government funds for this particular disease and also there is no institute at the government level, which specifically caters to the services for children with autism. There is a need to create awareness about this disorder at the government level, said the officials at Autism Resource Centre (ARC) Rawalpindi.However, many of the nongovernmental organizations and private institutions help people not only to get such services at a very low cost, but also to help the needy ones by providing uniforms, lunch, paying their fee, etc. One of these NGOs working for this purpose is Autism Resource Center (ARC) which provides a number of facilities for the very young children suffering with autism.The biggest challenge is the stigma attached with the word autism. Acceptance of this problem lacks in society as well as in the members of the affected families. Apart from this stigma, lack of treatment facilities, training facilities and poor attention from the government are some of the major problems that a family with autism has to face.Mrs. Rukhsana Shah, who has recently established the Autism Spectrum Disorders Resource Centre (ASDRC) in Lahore said that people with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) were more misdiagnosed, misunderstood and abused than any other group in Pakistan.Unfortunately, in Pakistan, autism is not recognized either as a specific disorder or an atypical neurological trajectory, and autistic individuals are categorized as ‘mentally retarded’ as per the last census of 1998, she said.In her report published on the ‘Autism Awareness’ she criticized the governments failure for not adding the developmental disorders in the Mental Health Ordinance 2001, neither in the National Trust for the Disabled.On the other hand, the Indian National Trust Act 1999 specifically mentions “Welfare of Persons with Autism, Cerebral Palsy, Mental Retardation and Multiple Disabilities”. India is further increasing the number of recognized disabilities from seven to 19, while in Pakistan, there are only four categories in the Disability Acts of 1981, 2012 (Punjab) and 2014 (Sindh) — visual and hearing impairments, physical disabilities and mental retardation.

Civil-military leadership meets at Apex committee meeting in Peshawar

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PESHAWAR (Dunya News) – The civil and military leadership of the country discussed the working upon the National Action Plan (NAP) and the security situation of the country in the meeting of the Apex committee held at Corps Headquarter in Peshawar on Saturday, reported Dunya News.Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Raheel Sharif, Director General (DG) Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) Lieutenant General Rizwan Akhtar, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister (CM) Pervaiz Khattak, Corps Commander Peshawar and other officials attended the meeting.Security situation in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and tribal areas was discussed in the meeting along with progress made regarding the Operation Zarb-e-Azb in areas of North Waziristan.The quick return of the Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) belonging to North Waziristan was also brought up in the meeting.
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