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Khawaja Asif promises to eradicate radicalism and terrorism from the world.

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Speaking at a conference in Islamabad today, he stated that efforts are being made to eradicate terrorism from its source through both kinetic and non-kinetic means.

According to the minister, the nation has a severe problem with extremist tendencies, which seriously jeopardize societal harmony, peace, and cohesion.

Despite making unheard-of financial and personal sacrifices, Khawaja Asif stated that Pakistan is leading the way in the fight against terrorism.

He underlined that a peaceful society requires eliminating radical messaging and its recruitment hubs.

The main conditions for a lasting peace, according to Khawja Asif, are the mobilization of social forces and community agreement against extremism.

He noted that the National Action Plan, National Internal Security Policy, and National Counter Extremism Policy guidelines have greatly reduced the space available to terrorist organizations, while also praising the role played by pertinent national organizations in the fight against extremism.

He asserted that the only way to foster a society that encourages respect for variety, well-being, and mutual care is to fight the extreme ideologies.

Khawaja Asifs declared that highlighting the country’s religious harmony, cultural diversity, and linguistic richness is essential for promoting peace inside the nation and projecting an enlightened picture of the nation.

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Three officers are suspended by CEC for “incompetence and mismanagement.”

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In a notification released by the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP), it was said that due to incapacity and poor management, CEC Sikandar Sultan Raja suspended Sindh Election Commissioner Sharifullah, Director of Administration Azhar Hussain Tunio, and Karachi Election Officer Khuda Bux for 120 days.

According to the notification, the three officers will stay in Karachi till the investigation is over and new directives are given.

The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) vehemently objected to Omar Ayub Khan’s disinformation against the CEC and its members earlier in August.

In this regard, an incorrect statement was made on a TV program, claiming that the entire amount spent on the general elections of 2024 was Rs 14.5 billion, however the ECP wanted more funding from the previous administration in order to get an opportunity for postponing the elections, said a statement.

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Requesting a ban on PTI’s public protest on September 21. LHC dismisses plea

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The Lahore High Court’s three-member full bench made the verdict in response to attorney Nadeem Sarwar’s application.

Sarwar begged the LHC to prevent the PTI from holding a public gathering in Lahore tomorrow.

The LHC bench rejected the application on the grounds that the petitioner is not an “affected party.”

On Wednesday, the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) filed a lawsuit in the Lahore High Court (LHC) challenging the arrests made in advance of the party event at Minar-e-Pakistan Lahore.

According to specifics, Sheikh Imtiaz and Yasir Gillani submitted the plea in an attempt to be protected from the detention of its leaders and workers in advance of the September 21 event.

The argument claimed that the Punjabi police are detaining party members in violation of their constitutional right to hold rallies.

In order to allow for a peaceful rally, the petitioners asked the court to order the authorities to cease making arrests.

September 21 is Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf’s scheduled rally day in Lahore.

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A delegation from the ICC stops at Pindi Stadium to assess Champions Trophy arrangements.

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David Musgrave, Senior Manager of Events Sarah Edgar, Event Manager Aun Muhammad Zaidi, and ICC Broadcast Consultant Mansoor Manj were among the delegation members led by ICC General Manager Wasim Khan.

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) officials briefed the ICC delegation on the occasion as they also inspected the Pindi Stadium’s upgrades and existing amenities. The security personnel met with the group from the ICC as well.

In addition to the National Stadium in Karachi, the group will also stop by the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore.

the RawalpindiThe Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore, National Stadium in Karachi, and Rawalpindi International Cricket Stadium will host the massive event. The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) had previously allotted Rs 12.80 billion for their renovations.

Next year, from February 19 to March 9, three stadiums in Pakistan—the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore, the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, and the National Stadium in Karachi—will host the International Cricket Council (ICC) Champions Trophy.

Australia, England, Afghanistan, and South Africa make up Group B, while Pakistan, India, New Zealand, and Bangladesh make up Group A.