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Libya Herald
6 days ago
- General
- Libya Herald
Sixty-nine accused of 3,130 incidents of forgery in the Civil Registry
The Attorney General's Office reported last Monday (2 June) that the Public Prosecution has ordered the detention of 68 defendants in incidents related to family registrations in the civil registry. These 68 accused include public officials. The accusations came after monitoring 291 forged National ID Numbers that must be deleted. As a result, the Public Prosecution initiated a public lawsuit against those accused of committing 3,130 incidents of forgery in subscription, residence and transfer documents in the Civil Registry.
GMA Network
20-05-2025
- GMA Network
PSA warns vs. fake news that it grants ayuda to senior citizens
The Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) Regional Statistical Services Office on Tuesday warned the public against fake news spreading online about ayuda or cash assistance given by the agency to senior citizens with a National ID. In a statement on Tuesday, the PSA clarified that it is not granting ayuda or cash assistance to senior citizens. 'The PSA emphasizes that any ayuda or cash assistance for the Senior Citizens are not granted by PSA. Thus, the registration on National ID may be a requirement of the concerned agency for their beneficiaries' specially senior citizens,' PSA said Tuesday in a statement. 'In various transactions, the National ID is accepted as valid proof of identity. It is also used in applying for government benefits, such benefits are granted based on the rules and regulations of the concerned agency,' it added. PSA also urged the public to follow and visit its website or Facebook page or the PhilSys site to acquire legitimate information. — Mariel Celine Serquiña/BM, GMA Integrated News
News18
12-05-2025
- Politics
- News18
Pakistan Army Calls LeT Terrorist ‘A Family Man' And 'Preacher' Amid Viral Funeral Image Row
Last Updated: During a press briefing, the ISPR even displayed a Pakistani National ID card to assert that the individual was a simple party worker. In an attempt to downplay criticism over viral images showing Pakistani Army officers at the funeral of a Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) terrorist, Pakistan's military spokesperson DG ISPR claimed that the man in question was merely 'an innocent family man" and 'a preacher." The comments were aimed at discrediting mounting evidence pointing to the Pakistan Army's proximity to designated terrorists. FOLLOW LIVE During a press briefing, the ISPR even displayed a Pakistani National ID card to assert that the individual was a simple party worker. In his press briefing, Pakistan's DG ISPR claimed that the viral image of the LeT terrorist at a funeral with other army men is actually an innocent family man and a shared his National ID card to 'prove' how he is a simple party worker (see 4:30), however the… — Journalist V (@OnTheNewsBeat) May 11, 2025 However, according to Indian authorities, official records say a completely different story. Speaking at a high-level briefing on Operation Sindoor, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri revealed a photograph of US-designated global terrorist and senior LeT commander Hafiz Abdul Rauf leading funeral prayers for the terrorists killed in India's cross-border precision strikes. Misri highlighted the image to question Pakistan's continued patronage of terror groups, stating: 'Giving terrorists state funerals may be a practice in Pakistan. It doesn't seem to make much sense to us." India has now released the names of top Pakistani officials present at the funeral, exposing what it called 'formal state honours" for the dead terrorists. Among those in attendance were Lt Gen Fayyaz Hussain Shah (Corps Commander, IV Corps, Lahore), Maj Gen Rao Imran Satraj, Brig Mohd Furqan Shabbir, Dr Usman Anwar (IGP Punjab), and Malik Sohaib Ahmed Bherth (Member of Punjab's Provincial Assembly). This development comes as Pakistan continues to deny involvement in the April 22 Pahalgam attack that killed 26 people in Jammu and Kashmir. Notably, the Resistance Front (TRF)—a Lashkar offshoot—has claimed responsibility for the massacre twice, but Pakistan has blocked its listing at the United Nations Security Council. 'While Pakistan opposed listing the TRF at the UNSC, they attend funerals of those who carry out such attacks," Misri noted. He added that the May 7 airstrikes were directed only at 'carefully selected terrorist infrastructure" and not against any civilian or military installations, countering Islamabad's propaganda. Watch India Pakistan Breaking News on CNN-News18. Get breaking news, in-depth analysis, and expert perspectives on everything from geopolitics to diplomacy and global trends. Stay informed with the latest world news only on News18. Download the News18 App to stay updated! First Published: May 12, 2025, 09:40 IST
Daily News Egypt
27-03-2025
- Business
- Daily News Egypt
CBE launches annual Women's Financial Inclusion Event
As part of its commitment to enhancing women's access to formal financial services, the Central Bank of Egypt (CBE) has launched the annual 'Women's Financial Inclusion Event.' The event, which runs from March 8—coinciding with International Women's Day—until the end of the month, aims to expand financial inclusion opportunities for women across Egypt. Since its inception in 2019, the initiative has significantly contributed to the availability of financial products for women. By March 2024, approximately 1.4 million financial products were provided, including 664,000 bank accounts, 196,000 e-wallets, and 530,000 prepaid cards. These efforts align with the CBE's broader mission to promote financial inclusion, resulting in a remarkable increase in the financial inclusion rate for women, which reached 68.8% by the end of December 2024—representing a 295% growth compared to 2016. As a result, 23.3 million women aged 15 and above now have access to financial services and own transaction accounts, out of a total of 33.9 million in this demographic. The progress achieved stems from the CBE's Financial Inclusion Strategy 2022-2025, which focuses on integrating all societal segments into the financial system, with women at the forefront. This strategy is built on key pillars, including developing a supportive legal and regulatory environment, launching initiatives in partnership with government entities and international organizations, and encouraging banks to introduce financial products tailored to women's needs. Financial literacy is also a cornerstone of the strategy, as raising awareness is essential to empowering women with the knowledge needed to make informed financial decisions. To facilitate women's access to banking services, the CBE has introduced new regulatory measures that simplify due diligence procedures. Notably, these guidelines allow women to open personal or business accounts using only their National ID, without requiring additional documentation. This measure is particularly beneficial for housewives, micro-entrepreneurs, and craftspeople. Additionally, the policy enables mothers—especially divorced or widowed women—to open accounts for their minor children, addressing long-standing barriers that have restricted women's engagement with the banking sector. The CBE has also taken concrete steps to enhance women's economic empowerment by equipping bank employees with specialized training. In collaboration with international organizations such as the OECD and Women's World Banking, the CBE has provided training for employees in customer segmentation and retail banking to help them better understand women's financial needs. As a result, banks have begun issuing and developing tailored financial packages designed to meet the specific requirements of female customers. Recognizing the transformative role of financial technology (FinTech) in advancing women's financial inclusion, especially in underserved areas, the CBE has supported the Digital Saving and Lending Groups Project, 'Tahwisha.' This initiative encourages women in rural communities to save and apply for loans to launch small and micro-enterprises. By December 2024, approximately 246,400 women were actively using the Tahwisha electronic application, while 209,000 women within savings groups and 102,500 outside these groups benefited from financial literacy and awareness campaigns. As part of Egypt's digital transformation drive, the CBE has also introduced the 'Digitization of International Remittances Project,' aimed at integrating women into the formal financial system. This initiative supports Egyptian expatriates and their families by offering banking products to remittance recipients—1.5 million of whom are women, representing 85% of the total beneficiaries. Additionally, the CBE plays an active role in the Women's Economic and Social Empowerment Program (WESEP), implemented in collaboration with the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) and executed by Pathfinder. This program further strengthens efforts to provide women with financial tools that enhance their economic participation and financial independence. Through these strategic initiatives, the CBE continues to make significant strides in fostering women's financial inclusion, driving economic growth, and ensuring greater financial accessibility for millions of women across Egypt.
