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Deccan Herald
2 days ago
- Politics
- Deccan Herald
Saffron outfits go on rampage, damage 200-year old tomb in UP claiming it to be a temple
Lucknow: Tension prevailed in Uttar Pradesh's Fatehpur district after hundreds of saffron activists barged into a 200-year old 'Maqbara' (tomb) and damaged two 'mazars' (shrine) on Monday claiming it to be a temple which was 'demolished' by the Muslim rulers and converted into a to the police sources here, a large number of BJP and Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) workers assembled near the tomb and, breaking the police barricades, barged into the tomb of Nawab Abdus Samad and performed 'aarti' and 'puja' in Uttar Pradesh town after Sufi saint's tomb found BJP president Mukhlal Pal and former MLA Vikram Singh led the saffron activists. They also recited 'Hanuman Chalisa' inside the saffron activists damaged two shrines inside the tomb with stones and sticks. A video which surfaced on social media purportedly showed some activists hitting the 'mazars with heavy stones and said that the members of the other community, who also reached there upon getting the information to 'confront' the saffron said that a large number of security personnel were deployed in and around the tomb and barricades were put up to prevent entry to the reports, the tomb was situated in Abu Nagar area in the district. The saffron outfits claim that it was a temple, which was converted into a tomb by the Muslims.''It is an ancient temple ... .there are symbols like trident and lotus flower inside it,'' Pal claimed. He had earlier appealed to the members of the Hindu community to perform puja there on said that they would not allow any one to change the status of the site until there was a court order or direction from the archaeological survey of India officials.
Business Recorder
01-07-2025
- Health
- Business Recorder
Flagship oncology summit ACCESS 1.0 hosted
KARACHI: In a major step toward transforming cancer care in Pakistan, Oncogen Pharma hosted its flagship oncology summit, ACCESS 1.0 (Affordable Cancer Care with Excellence, Sustainability, and Standards) bringing together over 100 leading oncologists, haematologists, researchers, and policymakers at a high-profile gathering. The summit aimed to drive a national conversation around ethical, affordable, and locally sustainable cancer treatment options for Pakistani patients. The event was attended by some of the country's most distinguished medical experts, including Prof Dr Adnan A Jabbar, known for his advocacy of protocol-based cancer care, Prof Dr Abdus Samad, Dr Kamran Rashid, and Prof Dr Abid Jameel, a veteran oncologist and promoter of real-world data in clinical decision-making. The collective presence and endorsement of the country's top medical minds reinforced the urgency of developing indigenous solutions to cancer care and emphasized the importance of shifting from foreign dependence to self-reliance. The summit featured detailed scientific discussions, policy recommendations, and collaborative calls to strengthen oncology services across the country. A key highlight of the event was the presentation of the interim analysis of Pakistan's first national CML (Chronic Myeloid Leukemia) study. The findings were shared by Dr Tahir Bashir in the presence of all study investigators and Prof Dr Zeba Aziz, the study's Principal Investigator. Sponsored by Oncogen Pharma, this major research initiative is generating valuable local evidence that can help oncologists across Pakistan develop more targeted, data-driven treatment strategies for CML patients. The initiative marks a significant step forward in building a culture of real-world clinical research rooted in local patient data. In his keynote remarks, Junaid Yousuf, General Manager of Oncogen Pharma, shared the company's vision for a self-sustaining oncology ecosystem. He stated that Oncogen is Pakistan's first vertically integrated oncology manufacturer — controlling the full production chain from molecule development to final product — and is committed to providing FDA-approved, internationally bioequivalent cancer medicines at affordable prices for Pakistani patients. He emphasized that the goal of ACCESS 1.0 was not corporate branding, but a deeper national mission. 'Be Pakistan. Trust Pakistan. We have in our minds, means, and the mission. ACCESS 1.0 was never about showcasing a company — it was about igniting a cause. Together, we are shaping a future where every Pakistani cancer patient has access to global-quality care, at home, without compromise,' he said. The event concluded with a strong call to action — to expand Pakistan's clinical research base, support ethical local manufacturing, and ensure that quality cancer care becomes a universal right rather than a privilege. Oncogen Pharma also reaffirmed its 'Vision 2026', an ambitious national objective to make Pakistan regionally self-reliant in oncology treatment while strengthening trust between patients, physicians, and the country's pharmaceutical sector. The summit marked what many participants described as a turning point in Pakistan's cancer care journey — from aspiration to implementation. Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
Yahoo
13-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Bangladesh Denim Expo focuses on capacity-building, innovation
Despite the challenges posed by ongoing global tariff and trade disputes, the panellists at the Bangladesh Denim Expo expressed confidence in Bangladesh's ongoing role as a key player in the global sourcing landscape. The two-day event, which began on 12 May, has drawn 57 exhibitors from 13 different nations, including the host country, India, China, Germany, Türkiye, Pakistan, Spain, Italy, Vietnam, the UAE, Switzerland, and the US. The expo featured panel sessions on topics such as "the growth of the Bangladesh denim industry through the perspective of denim washing" and "stretchability of Bangladesh denim traceability." Industry experts, including Well of Washing director Abdus Samad, Ruhrose RBT co-founder and creative director Arief Labu and the Woolmark Company's processing innovation and education extension GM Julie Davies were among those sharing their insights at the event. Bangladesh Denim Expo founder and CEO Mostafiz Uddin said the country's apparel exports to the US increased by 26.64% in the first quarter of 2025, placing the nation at the forefront of apparel exporters to the US, surpassing India's 24.04% increase and outpacing Pakistan, Vietnam, and China which saw rises of 17.49%, 13.96%, and 4.18% respectively. This growth comes at a time when the US market faces volatility due to recent reciprocal tariffs imposed by the Trump administration, he noted. Uddin added: 'I think even on the negotiation table of the trade issues our card should be the industry's steady progress towards skill development, sustainability and innovation. As we need our trade partners as much as their consumers need us.'' Bangladesh is also the largest denim exporter to both the US and Europe, with the country enjoying duty-free market access to the EU under the Everything But Arms (EBA) and Generalised Scheme of Preferences (GSP) as a least developed country (LDC). Under the GSP, vulnerable developing countries like Bangladesh, Cambodia and Myanmar, can import into the EU market without any taxes. Bangladesh is set to transition to a developing nation next year and without attaining GSP Plus status by 2029, it could lose its duty-free export privileges to the EU, where it exported 50.15% of its apparel. The expo featured a fashion trend-zone showcasing innovative denim fabrics and designs from Bangladesh's burgeoning industry. Additionally, Square Denims garment unit operation head Mohammad Jahangir Alam held a special session on 'The denim business beside sewing and wash production.' Uddin explained: 'In the last edition of the Bangladesh Denim Expo, we had expert panel sessions on the LDC graduation where all speakers unanimously stressed the importance of capacity building within the industry to cope up with changing tariff regimes. So, in this edition of the expo, all the panel sessions we designed are solely meant for capacity building both the professionals and the industry itself. You may also say that from this edition we shifted from plans to actions to prepare Bangladesh's denim industry for 2029 and beyond." In April this year, the Bangladesh Textile Mills Association (BTMA) urged the US embassy and the National Cotton Council of America (NCC) to allow duty-free access for Bangladeshi garments made from US cotton. "Bangladesh Denim Expo focuses on capacity-building, innovation" was originally created and published by Just Style, a GlobalData owned brand. The information on this site has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely, and we give no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied as to its accuracy or completeness. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of the content on our site.
