The state-run news agency IRNA has reported that Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, has announced a period of five days for the entire nation to grieve the untimely death of President Ebrahim Raisi in a helicopter accident.

Khamenei paid a respectful homage by sharing a photograph of himself with Raisi on X, previously known as Twitter, and included a remark alluding to Imam Reza, the highly esteemed eighth imam of Shia Islam.

Mohammad Mokhber, the First Vice President, has been appointed to supervise the executive branch of the government. He will serve in this role temporarily for a period of 50 days, during which a new presidential election must take place. Mokhber has committed to perpetuating Raisi’s trajectory and guaranteeing the seamless execution of governmental responsibilities.

“As per Article 131 of the constitution, Mokhber has been appointed to lead the executive branch,” stated Khamenei. He further mentioned that Mokhber will collaborate with the heads of the legislative and judicial branches to make arrangements for the upcoming presidential elections, with a deadline of 50 days.”

According to IRNA, Ali Bagheri Kani has been designated as the interim foreign minister following this unfortunate event. The remains of Raisi are currently being brought to Tabriz, however, specific information regarding his funeral plans has not yet been provided.

An unusual conference, encompassing all three levels of the Iranian government, was convened on Monday in response to the tragedy. Mokhber served as the representative of the executive branch, while delegates from the legislative and judiciary branches were also present.

“During the meeting, Mokhber assured that we will adhere to President Raisi’s directives and carry out our assigned responsibilities without any disruptions.” As to the constitution of the Islamic Republic, the first vice president is authorised to temporarily take the position of president with the agreement of the Supreme Leader. Subsequently, a new president is to be elected within a period of 50 days.

Global leaders have offered condolences and conveyed their profound grief and sympathy with the people of Iran in response to this tragic occurrence. While the country grieves, plans are being made to commemorate Raisi’s accomplishments and facilitate a seamless transfer of power.

Sardar Tanveer Ilyas, the ex-prime minister of Azad Jammu and Kashmir, has been apprehended by the Margalla Police in Islamabad.

Ilyas was apprehended by the authorities following the registration of a case against him at the Margalla Police Station, as stated by the police spokeswoman.

The police officials have accused Ilyas of committing six grave offences, which include assaulting the premises of a private enterprise.

The spokeswoman verified the arrest, stating that Ilyas was apprehended following a comprehensive investigation and subsequent legal actions.

This event follows the filing of a case against Ilyas, accusing him of being involved in the assault on a private company’s office.

The individual has been apprehended by law enforcement and will be subjected to investigation and subsequent legal procedures.

The decision to issue this advisory was made in response to the heatwave alert issued by the National sweltering. The metropolis has been experiencing a prolonged heat spell for the previous few weeks, and there is a forecasted considerable increase in temperatures over the next 10 days.

According to the Pakistan Meteorological Department, it is anticipated that the country would encounter three instances of extreme heat in different places within the next 25 days.

The advice warns that the occurrence of elevated atmospheric pressure would lead to heatwave conditions across the majority of the country, particularly in Punjab and Sindh, starting from May 21. Additionally, a severe heatwave is expected to persist from May 23 to 27.

During the period from May 21 to 23, daytime temperatures in Sindh and Punjab are expected to be 4 to 6 degrees Celsius higher than the average range. From May 23 to 27, temperatures are predicted to be six to 8°C above normal.

From May 21 to 27, it is expected that daytime temperatures in Islamabad, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Azad Kashmir, Gilgit-Baltistan, and Balochistan would be 4 to 6°C higher than the typical average.

The advise urged authorities to maintain vigilance and implement required steps to address the heatwave phenomenon.The Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) and Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) are organisations responsible for managing and responding to disasters.

“The examination will resume on 28th May, 2024, according to the schedule.” “The notification stated that the revised schedule for the postponed papers will be released at a later time.”