March 16, 2023 – Page 3 – Newswire Pakistan

March 16, 2023March 17, 2023

Imran Niazi is really evil, who has made a house in Zaman Park Lahore a no-go area for the stat: Shazia Marri

Karachi, March 16, 2023 (PPI-OT): Federal Minister for Poverty Alleviation and Secretary Information Pakistan People’s Party Parliamentarians Shazia Marri has said that it has been proven that Imran Niazi is really evil who has made a house in Zaman Park Lahore a no-go area for the state. In her statement, Shazia Marri said that the officers and jawans who were following the court orders were hit with petrol bombs. Discounting such incidents will encourage lawlessness.

He said that the narrative that the law is one for all has been made a joke. Breaking the law by chanting jihad is also a crime. He said that evil elements have been destroying peace in the country before. Imran is just running away from the court. On the one hand he says that he is not afraid and on the other hand he is making a drama. He has become even more maddened by the fear of arrest.

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March 16, 2023March 17, 2023

The constitution-making body is the parliament, the provisions of the constitution are clear that the right to amend the constitution is only the power of the parliament: Former Chairman St. Syed Nair Hussain Bukhari

Karachi, March 16, 2023 (PPI-OT): Former Chairman Senate Syed Nair Hussain Bukhari while addressing a special session of the Senate on the occasion of the Golden Jubilee of the Constitution of 1973 said that the Assembly of People’s Representatives approved the Constitution of 1973 by consensus. Shaheed Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto formed the Upper House for full representation in the Federation. In the center of Pakistan, all the federal units have been given equal representation. The constitution-making body put an end to grafts in the constitution by bringing the parties together.

The parliament is supreme. The provisions of the constitution are clear that the right to amend the constitution is only the power of the parliament. Article 239 of the constitution is clear that the right to amend the constitution is only The Parliament has got the limits, limitations and scale of every institution are fixed in the constitution and there is no interference in the constitutional right and work of the Parliament. Former Chairman Senate said that for the sake of national treasury and saving time, standing committees should be established consisting of members of both the Houses and the member of the Upper House should also be amended to become the Prime Minister Manmohan Singh has become the Prime Minister of India twice.

The member of our Upper House should get the right to become the Prime Minister. We are proud that the founding prime minister of People’s Party is celebrating the golden jubilee of the constitution given by the democratic prime minister Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto.

March 16, 2023March 17, 2023

Islamic countries must raise their voices against Islamophobia, Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari’s address at the meeting of the Council of Foreign Ministers of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation in Mauritania

Karachi, March 16, 2023 (PPI-OT): Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari has welcomed the restoration of diplomatic relations between Saudi Arabia and Iran and said that China has played a key role in the restoration of diplomatic relations between the two countries, raising the voice of Islamic countries against Islamophobia. Islamic countries demand a separate and independent Palestinian state; India is illegally occupying occupied Kashmir. He expressed these views while addressing the meeting of the Council of Ministers of Foreign Affairs of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) in Mauritania on Thursday. Bilawal Bhutto Zardari welcomed the participants of the 49th meeting of OIC Foreign Ministers and said that the world is facing other challenges including security, the solution of Palestine problem is the common goal of OIC, Islamic countries must raise their voice against Islamophobia.

A sinister attempt is being made to change the demographic ratio of Muslims in Occupied Kashmir. He said that the problem of Palestine and The resolution of the Kashmir conflict is the common goal of Islamic countries, they will continue to support the people of Occupied Kashmir morally, politically and diplomatically. Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari said that the international community should play its role to resolve the Kashmir issue. He thanked the Islamic countries and the OIC Secretary General as the Chairman of the Council of Ministers of Foreign Affairs of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC). The foreign minister said that Pakistan wants a stable and peaceful Afghanistan. An extraordinary meeting of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) was called in Islamabad to resolve the problems of Afghanistan.

Peace in Afghanistan is in the interest of the entire region, including Pakistan. Is. He said that Pakistan’s economy was severely affected by last year’s disastrous floods. Bilawal Bhutto Zardari said that Muslims are facing discrimination due to Islamophobia. He is grateful to the United Nations for the International Day against Islamophobia. There are many challenges, foreign occupation and use of force, global arms race, terrorism, extremism and hatred besides Islamophobia and racism, increasing poverty and environmental problems pose threats to the world. He said that we should protect the overall interests of the Muslim Ummah, as a result of Pakistan’s strong diplomatic efforts, last year the United Nations General Assembly unanimously approved the resolution to celebrate the International Day against Islamophobia.

He condemned Israel’s brutal actions in the occupied Palestinian territories and said that Palestine is our common cause. The OIC was established after the desecration of Al-Aqsa Mosque. The continuous desecration of Al-Aqsa should be condemned. Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari said that we should support the self-determination of Palestinian sisters and brothers. There should be an independent state along the 1967 borders with occupied Jerusalem as its capital. Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari proposed setting up a special task force of experts at the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) forum to devise strategies to ensure equal treatment in international finance, trade and tax laws and structures.

Can be prepared. He said that after facing the negative effects of Covid, inflation, economic disaster in Afghanistan and the consequences of the war in Ukraine, Pakistan was severely damaged by the devastating floods last season. He thanked the Islamic brotherhood countries for their generous support to Pakistan in the hour of trouble. Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari mentioned the issue of Kashmir and said that the United Nations Security Council has said in its approved resolutions that the people of Jammu and Kashmir have the right to self-determination through a referendum organized by the United Nations. An opportunity should be given, but India has obstructed it and is committing serious violations of human rights in Occupied Kashmir and it has a record of implementing these resolutions.

March 16, 2023March 17, 2023

Adrian Holdstock, Ahsan Raza included in Elite Panel for 2023-24

Dubai, March 16, 2023 (PPI-OT): South Africa’s Adrian Holdstock and Pakistan’s Ahsan Raza have been included in the Emirates ICC Elite Panel of Umpires even as veteran Aleem Dar has stepped down after 19 years on the Elite panel, standing in a record 435 men’s international matches. The ICC Elite Umpire Selection Panel headed by ICC General Manager – Cricket, Wasim Khan, made the additions during the annual review and selection process, increasing the number of umpires on the panel from 11 to 12.

Aleem, who has been on the Elite panel since its inception in the year 2002, has officiated in more Tests and ODIs than any other umpire and is second in T20Is, behind compatriot Ahsan. Aleem reflected on his career and thanked his colleagues over the years. Aleem Dar: “It has been a long journey, but I have enjoyed every bit of it. I have had the pleasure and honour of umpiring the world over and what I have achieved is something I did not even dream of when I started in the profession.

“Though I am still keen to continue as an international umpire, I felt it was now the right time, after 19 years on the road to step away from the Elite panel and provide an opportunity to someone from the International Panel. My message to umpires the world over is to work hard, maintain discipline and never stop learning. “I thank the ICC, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) and my colleagues on the panel for their support over the years. I would also like to thank my family; without whose support I could not have gone on for so long. I look forward to continuing to serve the game as an umpire”.

ICC Chief Executive Geoff Allardice congratulated Aleem for a highly successful career. Geoff Allardice: “Aleem’s contribution to international cricket and to the ICC has been truly remarkable. Consistently elite performances over such a long period saw him enjoy enormous respect across all involved in international cricket. I wish Aleem all the best for the future and I am sure his involvement in the game will continue for many years to come.”

Holdstock has officiated in five Tests, 42 ODIs and 48 T20Is while Ahsan has stood in seven Tests, 41 ODIs and 72 T20Is. Both umpires were part of the panels for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cups in 2021 and 2022. Holdstock and Ahsan were enthusiastic on being inducted in the panel. Adrian Holdstock: “This is a huge moment in my career as an umpire. I’ve been officiating internationally for a while, but the Elite panel is another level.

“I’m excited about the upcoming opportunities and look forward to giving my all in the new position. I appreciate all my colleagues, the ICC and Cricket South Africa for their support over the years. In addition, I want to thank my family, especially my wife Carmen, without whom I would not have been able to continue in a profession I love so much.” Ahsan Raza: “I feel extremely honoured and proud to be included in the Elite panel. I’ve always wanted to officiate regularly alongside the best match officials.

“I have already officiated in international matches across formats as well as in ICC events, so am aware of the enormous responsibility that this position entails. I hope to put all my experience over the years to good use but will continue to learn from my senior colleagues on the panel. “I want to thank the ICC and the PCB for supporting me and helping me get to this point in my career. Thanks are also due to my wife and daughters for always being there for me.”

The other members of the panel are: Chris Gaffaney (New Zealand), Kumar Dharmasena (Sri Lanka), Marais Erasmus (South Africa), Michael Gough (England), Nitin Menon (India), Paul Reiffel (Australia), Richard Illingworth (England), Richard Kettleborough (England), Rodney Tucker (Australia), Joel Wilson (West Indies). There is no change in the Emirates ICC Elite Panel of Match Referees.

A brief profile of Aleem Dar:

Born 6 June 1968, Jhang, Pakistan

144 Tests (since 2003, more than anyone else)

222 ODIs (since 2000, more than anyone else)

69 T20Is (since 2009, currently in second place)

Stood in the finals of the ICC Cricket World Cup 2007 and 2011

Stood in the finals of the ICC T20 WC 2010 and 2012

He was the first Pakistani umpire to be part of the ICC Elite Panel of Umpires

Won the David Shepherd Trophy three years in a row – 2009, 2010 and 2011

In total, he stood in five ICC CWC tournaments and seven ICC T20 WC tournaments

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March 16, 2023March 17, 2023

Babar, Salman, Aamir knock out Islamabad United

Lahore, March 16, 2023 (PPI-OT): Brilliant spells of pace bowling in the middle and death overs from Salman Irshad and Aamir Jamal helped Peshawar Zalmi defend 183 successfully against Islamabad United in Eliminator 1 at the Gaddafi Stadium on Thursday. The defeat has brought Islamabad United’s HBL Pakistan Super League 8 journey to a halt, while Peshawar Zalmi will face Lahore Qalandars in Eliminator 2 tomorrow.

Islamabad United were cruising towards the target comfortably thanks to half-centuries from Sohaib Maqsood (60 off 48, seven fours and two sixes) and Alex Hales (57 off 37, seven fours and two sixes), but Salman’s incredible use of variations – that saw him return an economical two for 18 from four overs – and Aamir’s (two for 36) near perfect reverse-swing derailed the run chase.

The match turned on its head at the start of the 15th over. With 56 needed off 36 balls and nine wickets in hand, Aamir bowled Sohaib to bring an end to 115-run stand. Salman cleaned up Azam Khan (two off three) in the next over and Aamir bowled Hales with a picture-perfect Yorker at the start of the 17th as Islamabad United were left stunned. The situation aggravated three balls later as Faheem Ashraf (five off two) was run out and Islamabad United lost four wickets for 14 runs.

Islamabad United needed 30 off the last two overs and pinned hopes on the pair of Colin Munro and Shadab Khan, but when the former played on Salman’s deceptive cutter, that proved to be the final nail in the coffin. Aamir was left 24 to defend in the last over and he did so comfortably to hand his side a 12-run win. Babar Azam scored a sparkling 39-ball 64 – that included 10 fours after his side was inserted. This was his fifth half-century of the current edition. Babar has now amassed 480 runs at an average of 53.33 and a strike rate of 148.60.

The Peshawar Zalmi captain stitched strong partnerships worth 60 off 28 balls with Saim Ayub (23 off 16), 36 off 24 balls with Haseebullah (15 off 11) and 41 off 26 with Mohammad Haris (34 off 17, three fours and two sixes) to set a platform for the middle-order batters to score big, but Islamabad United bowlers brought their side back in the match.

Shadab Khan took two wickets, sending back Haseebullah and Babar, and gave away 40 runs, while Fazalhaq Farooqi, Faheem, Hasan Ali and Mohammad Wasim Jnr took a wicket each. The winner of the Eliminator 2 between Lahore Qalandars and Peshawar Zalmi will face Multan Sultans in the final on Saturday.

Scores in brief:

Peshawar Zalmi 183-8, 20 overs (Babar Azam 64, Mohammad Haris 34, Saim Ayub 23; Shadab Khan 2-40)

Islamabad United 171-6, 20 overs (Sohaib Maqsood 60, Alex Hales 57, Shadab Khan 26 not out; Salman Irshad 2-18, Aamir Jamal 2-36)

Player of the match – Aamir Jamal (Peshawar Zalmi)

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March 16, 2023March 17, 2023

Najam Sethi congratulates Ahsan Raza

Lahore, March 16, 2023 (PPI-OT): Mr Najam Sethi, Chair of the PCB Management Committee, has congratulated Ahsan Raza on his promotion to the ICC Elite Panel of Umpires and has also thanked Aleem Dar for his services as an elite panelist for nearly two decades and showcasing the soft and positive image of Pakistan. Ahsan has been a member of the ICC International Panel of Umpires since 2010 and is the first to reach the 50 T20Is-mark as an umpire. Overall, he has umpired in 72 T20Is, along with seven Tests and 41 ODIs.

Ahsan Raza will replace compatriot Aleem Dar on the panel, who had joined the distinguished group in 2004. Aleem officiated in a world record 435 international matches, including a record 144 Tests and 222 ODIs, and 69 T20Is. Aleem won the ICC Umpire of the Year award for three successive years from 2009 from 2011. Mr Najam Sethi: “It is a moment of great pride and joy for the whole nation that Ahsan Raza has become the third Pakistan umpire to be appointed to the ICC Elite Panel of Umpires. I want to congratulate Ahsan on this wonderful achievement and I am sure he will continue to work hard with dedication and passion to enhance the image and profile of this noble profession.

“Ahsan is a great inspiration for many young and upcoming umpires and his elevation demonstrates we have talented umpires in Pakistan who are skilled enough to break into the top category. I hope we, at the PCB, will continue to utilise his expertise, knowledge and experience in our domestic and international matches. “I also want to congratulate Aleem Dar on his successful career as an elite panelist. He was the first Pakistani to become a member of the ICC Elite Panel of Umpires way back in 2004 and since then, he has established himself as one of the most respected and highly-qualified umpires in the business.

“Throughout his outstanding career, he earned worldwide appreciation and accolades through his work ethics, undivided commitment to the game, good decision-making and excellent man management skills. He will remain as one of the best and finest to have ever served on the elite panel. “Aleem has been a role model for umpires across generations. The PCB will be very fortunate to make the most of his presence and availability by integrating him in our system so that he can groom, mentor and tutor young umpires which, in turn, will help in significant improvement in the quality of umpiring in our domestic cricket and also produce umpires who can go on to represent Pakistan in the international and elite panels.”

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