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Express Tribune
17-02-2025
- Sport
- Express Tribune
'Cyclothon' attracts hundreds of families
LAHORE: The Parks and Horticulture Authority (PHA) organised a 'Cyclothon' for cycling enthusiasts from Mozang to Liberty Chowk on Sunday as part of the Horse and Cattle Show 2025. A large number of men, women, and children participated in the event. Additionally, a Family Cyclothon saw the participation of around 500 families, adding to the event's community engagement. The winners of the event were awarded prizes of Rs200,000 for the first position, Rs100,000 for second and Rs50,000 for the third position. PHA Additional Director General Zeeshan Ranjha said the authority was organising several healthy activities for citizens in connection with the Horse and Cattle Show. He emphasised that cycling is beneficial for both health and the environment. By promoting the cycling culture, a healthy society can be established. Citizens could contribute to building a healthy society by incorporating cycling into their daily lives. PHA sports Director Amir Ibrahim said cycling is not only a means of transport but also a fantastic form of recreation, exercise and sport. Cycling benefits physical health and provides mental peace. The authority is organising events for citizens at Jilani Park, Bagh Jinnah and Fortress Stadium. The PHA also organised an All Breed International Dog Show at Jilani Park, which showcased 280 dogs from 35 breeds. The show featured a diverse range of breeds, including German Shepherd, Australian Shepherd, American Bulldog, Boxer, Alaskan Malamute and Borzoi. International judges Jeff Horswell and Peter Friedrich oversaw the competition. In addition to breed competitions, the show included grooming demonstrations, dog nutrition and health awareness sessions, and specialty contests. Winners in various categories were awarded trophies, medals and gifts. The event aimed to promote awareness about pet care attracted a large number of visitors. The PHA also organised a polo match at Fortress Stadium between the teams of Chitral and Gilgit-Baltistan. Chitral secured victory by scoring six goals against Gilgit-Baltistan's five.
Express Tribune
07-02-2025
- Politics
- Express Tribune
PTI denied permission to hold Lahore rally
LAHORE: After the intervention of the Lahore High Court (LHC), the district administration of Lahore finally informed the PTI on Thursday night that it could not hold a rally at the Minar-e-Pakistan tomorrow, February 8. The PTI had announced holding a public rally on February 8the first anniversary of the last general elections which the party describes as highly riggedin last week of January. In this regard, party leader Alia Hamza had sought a formal permission from Lahore deputy commissioner (DC). Alia later moved the LHC in view of a delay by the district administration in deciding the matter. A LHC bench comprising Justice Farooq Haider on Thursday morning took up her plea. After a brief hearing, the court directed the authorities to decide on the PTI's request by 5pm on Thursday. The PTI's legal team was present at the DC office till late night but later an order was circulated on behalf of a District Intelligence Committee. According to the circular, "granting permission for the PTI gathering on the specified date would not be feasible". This decision was primarily driven by the fact that the month of February is already saturated with an array of high-profile events of national and international significance. These events include the Triangular ODI series; the 1st Joint CPA Asia and South East Asia Regional Conference 2025; the 9th Faiz Festival; the Horse and Cattle Show 2025; the ICC Men's Champions Trophy; the Lahore Literary Festival and the Raiwind Tablighi Ijtima. It said these events necessitate extensive security arrangements and deployment of law enforcement agencies. Therefore, on recommendations of the District Intelligence Committee, Lahore DC Syed Musa Raza rejected the PTI's application. "To maintain law and order situation the Punjab government has requisitioned the services of the Pakistan Army and Rangers in Lahore to conduct these important events in a peaceful manner in wake of recent threat alerts," it said. According to the circular, the Greater Iqbal Park in which the Minar-e-Pakistan is located is a state of the art park having historical significance. "A political gathering will destroy the facilities and plantation in the park. [The] past conduct of the PTI [during] different political gatherings [is a testimony in this regard]. The PTI used to violate conditions on such occasions and participation of proclaimed offenders at stage," it added. PTI lawmakers to hold convention Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) will organize a parliamentarian convention in Lahore next week in a bid to mobilize lawmakers. Sources said that all PTI members of provincial assembly (MPAs) from Punjab would participate in the PTI parliamentarian convention. The parliamentary leaders and chief whips from Sindh, Balochistan and Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa as well as opposition leaders from the Senate and National Assembly will also attend the convention. The parliamentarian convention will discuss key matter, including the supremacy of the Constitution and law, provision of justice and human rights. According to sources, resolutions will be passed in the PTI parliamentarian convention.
Express Tribune
04-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
70 foreign teams to join Horse and Cattle Show
LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif will inaugurate the Horse and Cattle Show 2025 on February 9. The event with the theme of unity, progress and restoration of culture will also feature 70 international teams for the first time after 30 years. The National Horse and Cattle Show was first organised in 1964 and for the last time in 1995. Event related to the show will be organised at several locations in Lahore from till February 23. Farmers get the opportunity to display their animals and win prizes during the show. The show will feature spear-throwing, archery, buzkashi and polo competitions in which horse riders will exhibit their skills. Cultural festivals, flower exhibitions and decoration competitions will also be held along with children's games and other entertainment events. Music festivals will be held from February 14 to 16. A Sufi Festival will be organised on February 19. Kabaddi competitions will be held on February 18 and 19. A car show for enthusiasts will be held on February 16. The CM said, "Horse and livestock fairs will not only promote Punjab's culture but agriculture as well."
