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The number of our members is adequate by the grace of Allah. Insha-Allah victory will be ours: Ch Shujat Hussain, Parvez Elahi 

Lahore, April 11, 2022 (PPI-OT):Punjab Governor Omar Sarfraz Cheema called on PML President and former Prime Minister Chaudhry Shujat Hussain and Speaker Punjab Assembly Chaudhry Parvez Elahi at their residence here and inquired about the welfare of Ch Shujat Hussain. Shafay Hussain and Chaudhry Javed Chattha were also present on the occasion. Detailed discussion on the current political situation in the country, including the election of a new Chief Minister of Punjab was held during the meeting.

Punjab Governor Omar Sarfraz Cheema said that PTI would give full support to Ch Parvez Elahi in the election of CM Punjab; communication is underway with angry PTI MPAs. Ch Shujat Hussain and Ch Parvez Elahi said that by the grace of Allah the number of our members is adequate, Insha-Allah victory will be ours.

For more information, contact:
Mediacell, Pakistan Muslim League
30-C, Chaudhry Zahoor Elahi Road,
Gulberg-II, Lahore, Pakistan
Tel: +92-42-35878428
Fax: +92-42-35877329
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Deputy Speaker Qasim Suri has set the worst parliamentary tradition today by postponing the session without the speech of PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto in the NA: Shazia Atta Marri 

Islamabad, April 11, 2022 (PPI-OT):Central Information Secretary of PPP-P and member of the National Assembly Shazia Atta Marri has said that Deputy Speaker of the National Assembly Qasim Suri has used the Speaker’s chair for political purposes and he was trying to restrict Chairman PPP from addressing in the National Assembly session and it proves that Bilawal Bhutto Zardari is on the minds and nerves of Imran Khan and his companions. This she said in a statement issued hereon today.

Ms Marri said that Deputy Speaker Qasim Suri has set worst parliamentary tradition today by postponing the session without the speech of PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto in the National Assembly. It was foolish act of Qasim Suri to chair the National Assembly session after announcement of resignations of the PTI members.

Qasim Suri has lost the moral authority of presiding the session of the National Assembly and even though, while leaving the government, Imran Khan and his companions have proved that they are not capable of representing the people in the assemblies by committing such heinous acts. She said that today, it has been proved that the proposed motion of the Chairman Bilawal Bhutto was the only way to get rid of Imran Khan’s government.

For more information, contact:
PPP Media Cell (Sindh)
Pakistan People’s Party (PPP)
Peoples Secretariat Shikarpur Colony,
Behind Mazar-e-Quaid-e-Azam, Karachi, Pakistan
Cell: +92-305-3370383
Email: contact@ppp-tu.com
Website: https://www.ppp.org.pk

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National Assembly elects Prime Minister 

Islamabad, April 11, 2022 (PPI-OT):The National Assembly on Monday elected Mian Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif as the leader of the house with 174 votes in his favour after PTI lawmakers boycotted the election, observes Free and Fair Election Network (FAFEN) in Daily Factsheet.

Following are key observations of the proceedings during the 7th sitting of 41st session:

Members’ Participation

The National Assembly met for two hours and 53 minutes.

The sitting started at 03:14 pm against the scheduled time of 02:00 pm.

The deputy speaker presided over the proceedings for 42 minutes while the remaining sitting was chaired by a member of panel of chairpersons.

The newly elected leader of the house attended the entire sitting.

As many as 280 (82 percent) lawmakers were present at the outset and 148 (43 percent) at the adjournment of the sitting.

Parliamentary leaders of MQMP, PML-N, ANP, MMAP, GDA, AMLP, PML, BAP, BNP-M, PPPP and JWP attended the sitting.

Nine out of ten minority lawmakers were present.

Election of the Prime Minister

The joint opposition nominee Mian Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif secured 174 votes and elected as leader of the house. PTI nominee Makhdoom Shah Mahmood Hussain Qureshi announced to boycott the election and left the House along with his party lawmakers and other allies at 03:57 pm.

Order and Institutionalization

The newly elected Prime Minister made his maiden speech in the House and spoke for 59 minutes.

PTI nominee for leader of the house spoke on a point of order for 27 minutes.

The House was adjourned to meet again on Saturday, April 16, 2022 at 04:00 pm.

Transparency

‘Orders of the Day’ was available to legislators, observers and public.

Attendance of lawmakers was available to media and observers.

For more information, contact:
Free and Fair Election Network (FAFEN)
FAFEN Representative
FAFEN Secretariat 224, Margalla Road F-10/3 – Islamabad
Tel: +92-51-2211026
Fax: +92-51-2211047
Cell: +92-321-5017355, +92-301-8549188
Email: media@fafen.org
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No-confidence resolution against KP Chief Minister withdrawn 

Islamabad, April 11, 2022 (PPI-OT):The joint opposition on Monday withdrew no-confidence resolution against Chief Minister Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), observes Free and Fair Election Network (FAFEN) in its Daily Factsheet.

Following are key observations of the House proceedings during the 7th sitting of 21st session:

Members’ Participation

The House met for 30 minutes.

The sitting started at 02:20 pm against the scheduled time of 02:00 pm.

The speaker presided over the entire proceedings.

The deputy speaker was also present.

The leader of the House (Chief Minister) attended the entire sitting.

The leader of the opposition was not present.

As many as 65 MPAs (45 percent) were present at the outset and 90 (62 percent) at the adjournment of the sitting.

Parliamentary leader of ANP attended the sitting.

All four minority lawmakers were present.

Output

A lawmaker belonging to ANP withdrew a joint resolution of no-confidence against the Chief Minister.

Tabled by a PTI lawmaker, the House adopted a resolution to express confidence on KP Chief Minister. A total of 88 lawmakers voted in favour of resolution and two legislators opposed it.

Order and Institutionalization

The House was adjourned to meet again on Tuesday, May 10, 2022 at 02:00 pm.

Transparency

‘Orders of the Day’ was available for the legislators, observers and the media.

Attendance of the lawmakers was not available for the observers and the media.

For more information, contact:
Free and Fair Election Network (FAFEN)
FAFEN Representative
FAFEN Secretariat 224, Margalla Road F-10/3 – Islamabad
Tel: +92-51-2211026
Fax: +92-51-2211047
Cell: +92-321-5017355, +92-301-8549188
Email: media@fafen.org
URL: www.fafen.org

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Why Choose Comparative Humanities at Habib University? 

Karachi, April 11, 2022 (PPI-OT):We are up against a world in ruins. Now more than ever, we must study the humanities. Our project is not just an intellectual one but quickly spills over to the deeply personal and affective. Here, our personal, academic, and political projects are all rooted in an increasingly porous relationship with text. I have found that this field of study has nurtured my ability to think critically, creatively, and expansively about the world I am a part of and my place in it.

The courses offered as part of our program core are all co-taught and cross-disciplinary, so whether you are interested in literature, history, philosophy, religion – or haven’t quite decided yet – there are fields of possibility open to you. What makes Habib’s program in Comparative Humanities unique is its particular focus on comparative inquiry which puts different perspectives into conversation with one another, allowing students to think horizontally instead of vertically.

Additionally, while the Comparative Humanities degree is comparable to any liberal arts degree offered at an undergraduate level globally, what sets it apart is an approach that is strongly rooted in South Asian history and culture. Really, it’s all about context. A good liberal arts degree can hone a student’s ability to think critically, yes, but a liberal arts degree that is sensitive to the context within which it operates is far more useful. If we are to become agents of change it is vital that we understand the circumstances that have led us to the situation we find ourselves in today. On a global level, this attention to context makes the degree even more valuable as it is unlikely to be found in any other part of the world.

Above all else, the program in Comparative Humanities at Habib offers a diverse and closely-knit community of budding thinkers and writers. As part of this program I have formed deep friendships with my peers and working closely with them has been the most fruitful part of this journey. Under the mentorship of faculty from across the four disciplines I have come to learn that our project is a shared one and for this reason the only way forward is in community based efforts. Since class sizes are small and course material is always intellectually exciting, the discussions we have are unlike anything else. I have changed so much in these past few years because of the thinkers and texts I’ve encountered, the professors who have guided me, the friendships I have formed, and most importantly the space that I’ve been given to grow.

For more information, contact:
Habib University
Karachi, Pakistan
Tel: +92-21-34301051-55
Email: marketing@habib.edu.pk
Website: www.habib.edu.pk

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Oath Taking Ceremony and Alumni Reunion of Vet Crescent Society held at UVAS

Lahore, April 11, 2022 (PPI-OT):The Vet Crescent Society (VCS) of the University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences Lahore organised oath-taking ceremony and alumni reunion here at the City Campus. Vice-Chancellor Prof Dr Nasim Ahmad chaired the oath-taking ceremony and administered oath to the new office-bearers of the Vet Crescent Society (VCS). Prof Dr Aneela Zameer Durrani and many representatives from pharmaceutical industries, VCS alumni and faculty members were present.

Speaking on the occasion, Prof Dr Nasim Ahmad congratulated the new office bearers. He appreciated the services of VCS for providing treatment facilities to farming community and also for the welfare of animal. He said that VCS club is playing a vital role in the personality development of students especially for their practical life.

He mentioned UVAS always supports its students for providing many opportunities of learning for their capacity building. He advised students to work hard with dedication and become role models for others veterinarians. At the end of the programme Prof Dr Nasim Ahmad along with other dignitaries cut the cake.

For more information, contact:
Public Relations Officer
University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences (UVAS)
Syed Abdul Qadir Jillani (Out Fall) Road,
Lahore – Pakistan
Tel: +92-42-99211374, +92-42-99211449
Email: webmaster@uvas.edu.pk
Website: www.uvas.edu.pk