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Section 144 lifted in Lahore, LHC told

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Govt lifts restriction on gathering after backlash.
LHC disposes of Hammad Azhar’s petition.
Case filed against top PTI leadership.

LAHORE: The ban on public gatherings imposed in the provincial capital has been lifted, advocate general Punjab informed the Lahore High Court (LHC) on Thursday.

The interim government led by Mohsin Naqvi imposed Section 144 in the provincial capital to avoid any untoward incident owing to multiple public gatherings in the provincial capital — Aurat March on International Women’s Day and Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf’s (PTI) election rally.

The PTI challenged the move in the LHC, blaming the provincial authorities for obstructing the election process.

At the outset of today’s hearing, Punjab’s top law officer informed the court that the government had lifted Section 144 imposed due to security threats.

“Yesterday was a sensitive day, so the implementation of Section 144 was the right step.”

At this, LHC disposed of PTI leader Hammad Azhar’s petition.

PTI leaders booked for ‘attacking police’

Meanwhile, senior leaders of PTI including its chairman Imran Khan were booked in a case for “attacking police” and “using foul language” against national security institutions in Lahore after Section 144 was imposed in the provincial capital.

According to the first information report (FIR), filed on behalf of the deputy superintendent of police Raiwand, a mob of at least 300-400 committed violence in the city and used foul language against the state institutions.

The FIR was lodged today under Section 7 of the Anti-Terrorism Act (ATA), and Sections 147, 149, 353, 186, 302, 324, 188, 427, 290, 291, and 109 of the Pakistan Penal Code.

The FIR added that the PTI workers abused the institutions on the directions of former prime minister Imran Khan, Hassan Niazi, Hammad Azhar, Memoodul Rasheed, Farrukh Habib, Fawad Chaudhry, and Ejaz Chaudhry.

It stated that the violent mob pelted stones and attacked police with wooden sticks during which 13 police personnel suffered injuries while six PTI workers were also hurt due to their own party workers’ violence.

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The government promised to impose minimum salaries, NA reported.

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The government should guarantee that minimum wages are paid in both government-run departments and private businesses, according to a resolution passed by the National Assembly on Tuesday.

A member of parliament named Syed Rafiullah introduced the resolution.

In response, Federal Minister of Finance and Revenue Muhammad Aurangzeb declared that the federal government is determined to enact minimum wage legislation in the nation’s capital and in ministries that are related.

The minimum wage is being implemented, he said, under the supervision of Deputy Commissioners and Commissioners in the federal capital. He added, “A notification was issued for its implementation following the passage of the minimum wage legislation by parliament.”

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Ishaq Dar addresses the diaspora of Pakistan through the online video conferencing platform Zoom.

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Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar delivered a speech to Pakistani citizens residing in 35 different countries during a Zoom Conference sponsored by the International Affairs Chapter of the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz.

“I had the pleasure of speaking to our diaspora/representatives in 35 countries at a Zoom Conference organised by the PML-N International Affairs Chapter,” the minister stated on his official X account.

He expressed his strong commitment to the well-being of all Pakistani citizens living abroad, emphasising that the PML-N party will make every effort to effectively implement its manifesto in order to support their welfare. This will include facilitating their investments and encouraging their return to Pakistan.

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The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PDMA) forecasts strong winds and rainfall in certain areas of Punjab.

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From today till April 29, there is a possibility of strong winds, thunderstorms, and hail occurring in certain areas of Punjab.

As per a representative from the PDMA, DG PDMA Irfan Ali Kathia has given directives to the Deputy Commissioners around the province to stay vigilant.

Kathia advised that the relevant departments should remain vigilant in order to effectively handle any potential emergency situation.

All district emergency operation centres, as well as the provincial control room, have been notified.

The PDMA control room is continuously monitored around the clock. According to him, Rescue 1122 and other rescue services should ensure that their machinery and staff remain vigilant.

DG Irfan Ali Kathia emphasised the importance of citizens exercising caution and maintaining a safe distance from electric poles and dangling wires.

Seek shelter in secure locations to minimise the risk of being struck by lightning. Avoid being exposed to the elements during thunderstorms and inclement weather.

He emphasised the importance of exercising caution with children and preventing them from accessing water that accumulates in low-lying regions. Additionally, he advised individuals to refrain from nonessential travel and to drive at a reduced speed.

Pakistan is experiencing atypical precipitation patterns as a result of climate change. Individuals can contact PDMA’s helpline at 1129 to for assistance.