If we improve tourism, there will be no need to ask for a loan from anyone: PM

Prime Minister Imran Khan said Friday the role of railways was "crucial" in the journey to Naya Pakistan.

Speaking at the inauguration of the Hassan Abdal Railway Station — renovated and reconstructed after 127 years — in Attock, PM Imran Khan underlined that across the world, trains were a cheap and comfortable way to travel.

"Railways are important because it's a commute for the poor and common people" of Pakistan, he said. "Unfortunately, we did not develop the railway system provided by the British.

"For the first time, the largest investment to Pakistan Railways is coming through the ML-1" or the Main Line 1, he added, referring to the Karachi-Peshawar Railway Line.

PM Imran Khan said the journey Karachi to Lahore through ML-1 would come down to seven hours. The project, he noted, "will be an important step towards self-reliance".

Railways would play an important role in Pakistan's economic development, he remarked, adding that the country should provide all kinds of facilities to improve tourism.

"If we improve tourism, there will be no need to ask for a loan from anyone. I want Pakistan to become a country that does not have to beg anyone," he said.

'People of all religions are equal'

The premier said the government tried to make things easier for the Sikh community, who, he added, would "get a lot of convenience from the Hassan Abdal Railway Station".

"In Naya Pakistan, people of all religions are equal," he said.

Speaking at the event, Railways Minister Sheikh Rashid Ahmed said local resources were utilised for the upgradation of the Hassan Abdal Railway Station.

"The ML-1 project is very important for the development of railways," Rashid added, noting that a reduction in the electricity tariffs for industries was "an important achievement of the government".

Earlier, the premier, accompanied by the railways minister, was briefed about the various facilities installed for the passengers' convenience.

New facilities at Rs300m railway station

Rashid had previously reviewed the arrangements ahead of the premier's visit to inaugurate the Hassan Abdal Railway Station, the reconstruction of which cost Rs300 million.

The British-era railway station has been upgraded to a two-storey structure, with 24,502 square feet of covered area. The boundary of the railway station covering a total area of 101,610 square feet, including passengers’ facilities, was also improved.

In a briefing, Divisional Superintendent (DS) Railways Syed Munawar Shah apprised the railways minister of facilities at the new structure.

Water plants and a new tube well have been constructed to provide clean and cold water to the passengers, while a 300 KV generator was installed for uninterrupted power supply at the Hassan Abdal Railway Station, Shah told Rashid.

A canteen and a cafe were set up near the waiting area, he added.

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Jahangir Tareen returns pakistan after seven months

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader Jahangir Khan Tareen on Friday returned to Pakistan after receiving treatment in the United Kingdom (UK).

According to the details, Jahangir Khan Tareen arrived at the Allama Iqbal International Airport early morning today via a foreign airlines’ flight. He returned home after seven months stay in Hampshire county, UK.

Talking to journalists at the airport, the PTI leader said that he went abroad for medical treatment. He maintained that it was not necessary to respond to every allegation hurled by the opposition.

Jahangir Tareen said that his business was fair and transparent, adding that he has never been involved in any wrongdoing.

Earlier on November 5, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) senior leader Jahangir Tareen had announced to return back to Pakistan that month.

According to sources, the former PTI general secretary had said that he went abroad for medical treatment and will arrive in Pakistan this month. However, the PTI leader had not confirm the date of his return.

It may be noted that Tareen had reached London around seven months ago immediately after the publication of the Sugar Commission report.

In August 202, the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) had launched an investigation into money laundering charges against Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf (PTI) senior leader Jahangir Tareen’s JWD Group.

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30 deaths,1,376 new infections reported in Pakistan

Pakistan has recorded 1,376 new infections and 30 deaths during the last 24 hours, whereas, the number of active cases of coronavirus went up to 16,242 from 15,317.

317,086 patients have recovered from the virus, according to statistics of the National Command and Operation Centre (NCOC).

35,745 tests were carried out for the detection of COVID-19 during the last 24 hours as the country has so far conducted 4,609,513 tests.

Earlier on Wednesday, the health ministry had recommended purchases of potential coronavirus vaccines under last-stage trials and allocation of $100 million funds for its advance booking.

Pakistan made a decision to purchase the possible vaccines of COVID-19 in advance and permission was sought from the Prime Minister Imran Khan by the health ministry, sources privy to the development told ARY News.

The Ministry of National Health Services Regulations and Coordination had written a letter to PM Imran Khan to seek permission for advance booking of coronavirus vaccines.

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Jahangir Tareen returns pakistan after seven months

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader Jahangir Khan Tareen on Friday returned to Pakistan after receiving treatment in the United Kingdom (UK).

According to the details, Jahangir Khan Tareen arrived at the Allama Iqbal International Airport early morning today via a foreign airlines’ flight. He returned home after seven months stay in Hampshire county, UK.

Talking to journalists at the airport, the PTI leader said that he went abroad for medical treatment. He maintained that it was not necessary to respond to every allegation hurled by the opposition.

Jahangir Tareen said that his business was fair and transparent, adding that he has never been involved in any wrongdoing.

Earlier on November 5, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) senior leader Jahangir Tareen had announced to return back to Pakistan that month.

According to sources, the former PTI general secretary had said that he went abroad for medical treatment and will arrive in Pakistan this month. However, the PTI leader had not confirm the date of his return.

It may be noted that Tareen had reached London around seven months ago immediately after the publication of the Sugar Commission report.

In August 202, the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) had launched an investigation into money laundering charges against Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf (PTI) senior leader Jahangir Tareen’s JWD Group.

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30 deaths,1,376 new infections reported in Pakistan

Pakistan has recorded 1,376 new infections and 30 deaths during the last 24 hours, whereas, the number of active cases of coronavirus went up to 16,242 from 15,317.

317,086 patients have recovered from the virus, according to statistics of the National Command and Operation Centre (NCOC).

35,745 tests were carried out for the detection of COVID-19 during the last 24 hours as the country has so far conducted 4,609,513 tests.

Earlier on Wednesday, the health ministry had recommended purchases of potential coronavirus vaccines under last-stage trials and allocation of $100 million funds for its advance booking.

Pakistan made a decision to purchase the possible vaccines of COVID-19 in advance and permission was sought from the Prime Minister Imran Khan by the health ministry, sources privy to the development told ARY News.

The Ministry of National Health Services Regulations and Coordination had written a letter to PM Imran Khan to seek permission for advance booking of coronavirus vaccines.

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Without GB, Pakistan is like a body without blood: Maryam

With a little over a week remaining for the Gilgit-Baltistan Assembly elections, PML-N's Maryam Nawaz arrived in Skardu on Thursday to kick-off a seven-day election campaign

Later addressing a rally in Ganche district adorned in the region's traditional cap with feathers, Maryam began her speech by thanking the people for their passion.

"The way you have come out today to attend the rally, do the same on the day of the polls and vote for the PML-N," she said, vowing to the fight for the people's rights. "Without GB, Pakistan is like a body without blood."

She also called upon the people to refrain from voting for candidates that change their loyalties. "Don't vote for these turncoats," she said.

Maryam also lashed out at Prime Minister Imran Khan, alleging that the premier was taking credit for projects PML-N supremo Nawaz Sharif had laid the groundwork for.

"A few days ago, a jackal [geedar] came to the region [...] he didn't even bother to sit with the people and address them. He is scared because he can't go among the people," she said, purportedly referring to the prime minister's recent trip to GB.

"The people of Ganche district know that Nawaz worked for three years trying to making GB a province. Nawaz worked on it and the world will see that Nawaz will make GB a province," she said, adding that the PML-N supremo had fulfilled all the promises he had made, unlike the premier.

"Vote thieves have begun circling GB. Whenever they see PML-N or Nawaz winning, they start carrying out rigging. They have taken away nine of our candidates. You can take away our candidates, but you cannot buy the people of GB," she said.

PML-N leaders Shahid Khaqan Abbasi and Rana Sanaullah also addressed the rally.

Meanwhile, Nawaz — who is currently abroad seeking medical treatment — said that the enthusiasm of the people of Skardu was "admirable".

"'Respect the vote' is now the voice of the entire nation right up to the extreme borders of Pakistan," he said.

Electioneering in the region has picked up pace with only a few days remaining for the GB Assembly election, scheduled to be held on November 15 in 24 constituencies.

Maryam arrived in the region earlier today for a week-long election campaign. According to the party, she will address a public meeting in Skardu on Friday and in Dambudas on Saturday.

She will also address public gatherings in Ghokooch, Astor and Chilas on November 8, 10 and 11, respectively. During her visit, Maryam will be briefed on the development projects launched by the party. She will also meet party ticket-holders, officials, workers and supporters.

PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari has been in GB for the past several days, vowing to stay in the region until the PPP government wins elections there and forms a government. He has also insisted that the people of GB will overwhelmingly vote against the candidates of the "puppet" PTI.

Meanwhile, ruling PTI ministers have also visited the area to rack up support for the November 15 polls.

On Saturday, Minister for Kashmir Affairs and Gilgit-Baltistan Ali Amin Gandapur announced that the federal government had decided to elevate the status of the region to a province.

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Without GB, Pakistan is like a body without blood: Maryam

With a little over a week remaining for the Gilgit-Baltistan Assembly elections, PML-N's Maryam Nawaz arrived in Skardu on Thursday to kick-off a seven-day election campaign

Later addressing a rally in Ganche district adorned in the region's traditional cap with feathers, Maryam began her speech by thanking the people for their passion.

"The way you have come out today to attend the rally, do the same on the day of the polls and vote for the PML-N," she said, vowing to the fight for the people's rights. "Without GB, Pakistan is like a body without blood."

She also called upon the people to refrain from voting for candidates that change their loyalties. "Don't vote for these turncoats," she said.

Maryam also lashed out at Prime Minister Imran Khan, alleging that the premier was taking credit for projects PML-N supremo Nawaz Sharif had laid the groundwork for.

"A few days ago, a jackal [geedar] came to the region [...] he didn't even bother to sit with the people and address them. He is scared because he can't go among the people," she said, purportedly referring to the prime minister's recent trip to GB.

"The people of Ganche district know that Nawaz worked for three years trying to making GB a province. Nawaz worked on it and the world will see that Nawaz will make GB a province," she said, adding that the PML-N supremo had fulfilled all the promises he had made, unlike the premier.

"Vote thieves have begun circling GB. Whenever they see PML-N or Nawaz winning, they start carrying out rigging. They have taken away nine of our candidates. You can take away our candidates, but you cannot buy the people of GB," she said.

PML-N leaders Shahid Khaqan Abbasi and Rana Sanaullah also addressed the rally.

Meanwhile, Nawaz — who is currently abroad seeking medical treatment — said that the enthusiasm of the people of Skardu was "admirable".

"'Respect the vote' is now the voice of the entire nation right up to the extreme borders of Pakistan," he said.

Electioneering in the region has picked up pace with only a few days remaining for the GB Assembly election, scheduled to be held on November 15 in 24 constituencies.

Maryam arrived in the region earlier today for a week-long election campaign. According to the party, she will address a public meeting in Skardu on Friday and in Dambudas on Saturday.

She will also address public gatherings in Ghokooch, Astor and Chilas on November 8, 10 and 11, respectively. During her visit, Maryam will be briefed on the development projects launched by the party. She will also meet party ticket-holders, officials, workers and supporters.

PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari has been in GB for the past several days, vowing to stay in the region until the PPP government wins elections there and forms a government. He has also insisted that the people of GB will overwhelmingly vote against the candidates of the "puppet" PTI.

Meanwhile, ruling PTI ministers have also visited the area to rack up support for the November 15 polls.

On Saturday, Minister for Kashmir Affairs and Gilgit-Baltistan Ali Amin Gandapur announced that the federal government had decided to elevate the status of the region to a province.

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