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Time of India
9 hours ago
- General
- Time of India
Insta row: Kol, Assam cops slap FIR on man who filed plaint; cases also in Delhi
1 2 3 Kolkata/Guwahati: Wazahat Khan Qadri, the man whose FIR led to the arrest of a 22-year-old Instagram influencer and fourth-year law student of a Pune-based university for allegedly hurting religious sentiments in an Instagram video, is "untraceable" since Sunday, a police officer said. Multiple FIRs have been lodged against Qadri in Kolkata, Assam, and Delhi. In Kolkata, an FIR has been lodged at Golf Green PS. KP cyber cell is probing another plaint filed in Garden Reach PS for denigrating Hindu deities. A case has been registered in Assam against Qadri for allegedly denigrating several Hindu deities, including Goddess Kamakhya. Assam Police have not made any official statement regarding the case till now. It was registered at Panbazar police station in Guwahati. Based on his abusive posts, two criminal complaints were also lodged in New Delhi for communal provocation aimed at disturbing social harmony. The Shree Ram Swabhiman Parishad also filed a complaint, accusing Khan of mocking Hindu traditions, festivals, and temples to incite communal tensions. Qadri's father, Saadaq Khan, claimed that there was a "witch hunt" for his arrest ever since the Instagrammer's arrest and denied that he hated any religion, suggesting that Qadri's accounts were probably "hacked". by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Is your accounts payable process optimized? expertinspector Undo "My son is innocent and secular. He cannot insult Hinduism. We have been receiving threats since Sharmistha's arrest," he said. "It has come to light that Khan started deleting several of his controversial social media posts as the student's arrest led to increased scrutiny on his accounts," said a police source. The student was arrested late on May 30 in Gurugram by KP and placed in 14-day judicial custody over a controversial video in which she criticised Muslim Bollywood celebrities for staying silent on 'Operation Sindoor'. According to her lawyer Md Samimuddin, his client is suffering from kidney stones and lacks access to basic amenities, including reading materials and proper hygiene facilities. A petition has been filed seeking to secure her fundamental rights while in custody.
Business Recorder
2 days ago
- Business
- Business Recorder
KP govt refutes irregularities, corruption in solarisation scheme
PESHAWAR: The KP government has refuted the impression of alleged irregularities and financial corruption in the provision of free solar systems to 130,000 poor and middle-class families of the province termed it baseless and misleading propaganda, reported by some sections of media. It said that some vested interests associated with the solarisation business have started spreading false propaganda against the project after it failed to achieve its desired objectives. In this context, KP Energy and Power Department has clarified that the mega project of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government's 130,000 free solar scheme had been launched through the online e-balloting in which deserving families have been selected on merit and at the same time he has issued instructions that the public welfare project should be completed as soon as possible. department's subsidiary, the Pakhtunkhwa Energy Development Organisation (PEDO). KP Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur has inaugurated the first phase of the project through Moreover, the real facts about the project are that no payment has been made under this project yet. No tender has been allotted to any contractor, while the estimated rates of the project have been prepared in full accordance with the Market Rate System (MRS) 2024 first half and the approved market rate analysis of the Finance Department. The project was initiated after the approval of the Technical Committee comprising representatives of the Finance Department, P&D Department, Energy Department and PEDO after regular consultations regarding design, estimation and PC-1 in its meetings. In addition to this, the advance procurement process for the project has been initiated under Section 22 of the KPPRA Act, which allows approval subject to availability of funds. Similarly, the letter recently issued by KPPRA regarding the irregularities in procurement is also contrary to reality, in which the advance procurement of the penalised party has been mentioned. In this regard, the E&P Department further clarified regarding the project, there is impression that only one model of all-in-one solution in China that is also wrong because several companies in China are working on all-in-one solution. In fact, there are companies in Pakistan that are working on this model, which is proving the quality of work and technical process to be timely and effective. Similarly, a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) has already been signed between Bank of Khyber (BoK) and PEDO for the timely completion of the project. The non-ADP summary for this scheme has been approved by the cabinet and the Planning and Development Department has sent the cost of the project and other matters to the Chief Minister through a summary after formal approval. Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
Business Recorder
2 days ago
- Politics
- Business Recorder
No formal talks for release of IK with federal govt: Saif
PESHAWAR: Advisor to KP CM on Information and Public Relations, Barrister Dr. Muhammad Ali Saif has said that no formal negotiations are underway with the federal government regarding the release of PTI chairman Imran Khan. He said that during Indian aggression, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) stood united with the Pakistan Army, the nation, and the federal government. He urged the government not to exhibit political arrogance after this major success. Speaking at the 'Meet the Press' event at the Abbottabad Press Club and earlier at a seminar organized by Hajra Hamza Foundation at Jalal Baba Auditorium on World Thalassemia Day, Dr. Saif said that the cases against Imran Khan are baseless and that he is being subjected to injustice. He emphasized that keeping Imran Khan in jail will not break his spirit and that such actions are only increasing PTI's popularity. He challenged the government to release Imran Khan and face him politically, stating that the federal government has no legal or constitutional authority to make decisions. He confirmed that some individuals are attempting to mediate a resolution, but warned that political instability in the country threatens both the economy and national security. During the Thalassemia seminar, Maj. Gen Abid Latif Khan (retd) highlighted the role and efforts of the foundation. At the 'Meet the Press' event, President of Abbottabad Press Club Sardar Naveed Alam, General Secretary Raja Munir Khan, and President of Abbottabad Union of Journalists Atif Qayum raised demand for fund for a media colony, issuance of accreditation cards for journalists, medical funds, and inclusion of Abbottabad journalists in informational tours and training workshops. Regarding the media colony for the journalists of Abbottabad, Dr. Saif said that the Chief Minister has been approached and efforts will be made to resolve the matter within the current fiscal year. He also assured support in resolving other issues faced by journalists. Dr. Saif described the federal government's tactics as signs of fear and stated that Imran Khan will not enter into talks for personal gain but is willing to accept any condition for the sake of Pakistan. He criticized the federal government for turning Islamabad into a city of containers in response to PTI's protest movement and for targeting unarmed workers instead of competing politically. He condemned violence against journalists in Punjab and the suppression of dissent. Dr. Saif revealed that Imran Khan would soon announce the next phase of the protest movement and emphasized that internal party differences should not be aired in the media. On the health front, Dr. Saif noted that the provincial government has included treatment for thalassemia in the Sehat Card program, and bone marrow transplants will now also be covered at the government's expense. Earlier, President of Abbottabad Press Club Sardar Naveed Alam presented the PC-1 file for the media colony to the provincial advisor and reiterated the demand for special funding. Commemorative shields were presented to Barrister Dr. Muhammad Ali Saif and officers of Information Department by the Abbottabad Press Club and Abbottabad Union of Journalists. Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
The Advertiser
2 days ago
- Sport
- The Advertiser
Daley's big Blues dilemma as Ponga pressure mounts
KEY STORYLINES TO WATCH FOR IN ROUND 13 OF THE NRL SEASON PRESSURE ON KP TO FIRE KNIGHTS After he was rested from his side's loss to St George Illawarra, Newcastle need Kalyn Ponga to fire in Thursday's clash with Manly. The Knights were directionless against the Dragons and are in danger of letting their season slip away. WHO REPLACES BARNETT? Laurie Daley faces his first major headache as NSW coach with Warriors prop Mitch Barnett under a injury cloud for game two. Needing a player with a big motor and insatiable work-rate, does Daley promote Stefano Utoikamanu or look towards Keaon Koloamatangi or Terrell May? LUAI AIMS TO SHOW HOW FAR HE'S COME Jarome Luai has been at the heart of everything good about Wests Tigers this year. But after a winless run of three games, they will be looking to Luai to spark their season back into life when the halfback faces old club Penrith and great mate Nathan Cleary on Sunday. GALVIN FACES EARLY DOGS TEST Lachlan Galvin is expected to make his debut for first-placed Canterbury at halfback in their King's Birthday clash with Parramatta, the side who lost out to the Bulldogs in the race for the teen. Galvin's arrival is must-watch. His move could supercharge the Dogs' season or knock them off course. HORSBURGH MAKES CASE FOR SLATER Corey Horsburgh was stiff to miss out for Queensland's Origin I team and has produced two match-winning plays in consecutive weeks to help Canberra remain in the top four. Another heroic effort against Souths on Sunday would surely rubber-stamp the prop's place in Billy Slater's squad. KEY STORYLINES TO WATCH FOR IN ROUND 13 OF THE NRL SEASON PRESSURE ON KP TO FIRE KNIGHTS After he was rested from his side's loss to St George Illawarra, Newcastle need Kalyn Ponga to fire in Thursday's clash with Manly. The Knights were directionless against the Dragons and are in danger of letting their season slip away. WHO REPLACES BARNETT? Laurie Daley faces his first major headache as NSW coach with Warriors prop Mitch Barnett under a injury cloud for game two. Needing a player with a big motor and insatiable work-rate, does Daley promote Stefano Utoikamanu or look towards Keaon Koloamatangi or Terrell May? LUAI AIMS TO SHOW HOW FAR HE'S COME Jarome Luai has been at the heart of everything good about Wests Tigers this year. But after a winless run of three games, they will be looking to Luai to spark their season back into life when the halfback faces old club Penrith and great mate Nathan Cleary on Sunday. GALVIN FACES EARLY DOGS TEST Lachlan Galvin is expected to make his debut for first-placed Canterbury at halfback in their King's Birthday clash with Parramatta, the side who lost out to the Bulldogs in the race for the teen. Galvin's arrival is must-watch. His move could supercharge the Dogs' season or knock them off course. HORSBURGH MAKES CASE FOR SLATER Corey Horsburgh was stiff to miss out for Queensland's Origin I team and has produced two match-winning plays in consecutive weeks to help Canberra remain in the top four. Another heroic effort against Souths on Sunday would surely rubber-stamp the prop's place in Billy Slater's squad. KEY STORYLINES TO WATCH FOR IN ROUND 13 OF THE NRL SEASON PRESSURE ON KP TO FIRE KNIGHTS After he was rested from his side's loss to St George Illawarra, Newcastle need Kalyn Ponga to fire in Thursday's clash with Manly. The Knights were directionless against the Dragons and are in danger of letting their season slip away. WHO REPLACES BARNETT? Laurie Daley faces his first major headache as NSW coach with Warriors prop Mitch Barnett under a injury cloud for game two. Needing a player with a big motor and insatiable work-rate, does Daley promote Stefano Utoikamanu or look towards Keaon Koloamatangi or Terrell May? LUAI AIMS TO SHOW HOW FAR HE'S COME Jarome Luai has been at the heart of everything good about Wests Tigers this year. But after a winless run of three games, they will be looking to Luai to spark their season back into life when the halfback faces old club Penrith and great mate Nathan Cleary on Sunday. GALVIN FACES EARLY DOGS TEST Lachlan Galvin is expected to make his debut for first-placed Canterbury at halfback in their King's Birthday clash with Parramatta, the side who lost out to the Bulldogs in the race for the teen. Galvin's arrival is must-watch. His move could supercharge the Dogs' season or knock them off course. HORSBURGH MAKES CASE FOR SLATER Corey Horsburgh was stiff to miss out for Queensland's Origin I team and has produced two match-winning plays in consecutive weeks to help Canberra remain in the top four. Another heroic effort against Souths on Sunday would surely rubber-stamp the prop's place in Billy Slater's squad.
West Australian
2 days ago
- Sport
- West Australian
Daley's big Blues dilemma as Ponga pressure mounts
KEY STORYLINES TO WATCH FOR IN ROUND 13 OF THE NRL SEASON PRESSURE ON KP TO FIRE KNIGHTS After he was rested from his side's loss to St George Illawarra, Newcastle need Kalyn Ponga to fire in Thursday's clash with Manly. The Knights were directionless against the Dragons and are in danger of letting their season slip away. WHO REPLACES BARNETT? Laurie Daley faces his first major headache as NSW coach with Warriors prop Mitch Barnett under a injury cloud for game two. Needing a player with a big motor and insatiable work-rate, does Daley promote Stefano Utoikamanu or look towards Keaon Koloamatangi or Terrell May? LUAI AIMS TO SHOW HOW FAR HE'S COME Jarome Luai has been at the heart of everything good about Wests Tigers this year. But after a winless run of three games, they will be looking to Luai to spark their season back into life when the halfback faces old club Penrith and great mate Nathan Cleary on Sunday. GALVIN FACES EARLY DOGS TEST Lachlan Galvin is expected to make his debut for first-placed Canterbury at halfback in their King's Birthday clash with Parramatta, the side who lost out to the Bulldogs in the race for the teen. Galvin's arrival is must-watch. His move could supercharge the Dogs' season or knock them off course. HORSBURGH MAKES CASE FOR SLATER Corey Horsburgh was stiff to miss out for Queensland's Origin I team and has produced two match-winning plays in consecutive weeks to help Canberra remain in the top four. Another heroic effort against Souths on Sunday would surely rubber-stamp the prop's place in Billy Slater's squad.
