Regional
COAS Bajwa witnesses War Game session at Kharian
The Army chief appreciates the overall training spirit and proficiency of participating troops

Kharian: Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Qamar Javed Bajwa Thursday attended War Game session at Kharian aimed at refinement and crystallisation of the formation’s plans.
The COAS also witnessed field demonstration encompassing perfection of drills, procedures and validation of new concepts and proficiency enhancement on newly acquired technologies, said an Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR) media release.
The Army Chief appreciated the overall training spirit and proficiency of participating troops.
At War Game session, the COAS reviewed the planning process and operational preparedness of Central Command’s Strike formations.
He commended the overall operational readiness of the formations against an evolving threat regime while further emphasising on learning relevant lessons from the ongoing conflicts around the world.
Earlier, on arrival the COAS was received by Commander Central Command Lieutenant General Shaheen Mazher Mahmood.
Pakistan
Pakistan’s progress linked with Constitution’s supremacy, rule of law: PM
He lauded Interior Minister Rana Sanaullah and Defence Minister Khwaja Asif for dealing with the challenge effectively.

Islamabad: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday said the progress of Pakistan was linked with the supremacy of the Constitution and ensuring the rule of law.
The prime minister expressed these views in an interaction with the personnel of law enforcement agencies, who were deployed in the Red Zone to ensure law and order during the long march of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf.
PM Sharif lauded the personnel of Rangers, Islamabad Police, and the capital’s Traffic Police for rendering their duties professionally and protecting the lives and property of the people.
On his way to National Assembly, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif stops by D-Chowk to appreciate the efforts of Police, Rangers, Administration and other law enforcing agencies in maintaining law & order & protecting lives & properties of the public despite all odds. pic.twitter.com/0ZoMmC4wCY
— Prime Minister's Office (@PakPMO) May 26, 2022
The prime minister appreciated the dedication of the law enforcement personnel to performing their official duties regardless of their political affiliation.
He lauded Interior Minister Rana Sanaullah and Defence Minister Khwaja Asif for dealing with the challenge effectively.
The prime minister emphasized unity among all the ranks of the nation to eliminate the scourge of anarchy and chaos.
He stressed everyone to demonstrate the spirit of sacrifice and patriotism to make the homeland a citadel of peace.
Pakistan
Another heatwave to grip Sindh from May 27: PMD
An earlier spell of severe hot weather persisted in the province till 23rd May.

Karachi: Pakistan Meteorological Department on Thursday predicted that the heatwave conditions likely to return over central and upper Sindh from 27 May.
Daytime maximum temperatures may rise again to 46 – 48 degree Celsius in Dadu, Jacobabad, Larkana, Sukkur, Nawabshah and Khairpur districts. While, Hyderabad, Mirpurkhas and Umerkot districts are likely to experience maximum temperature between 44-46 Celsius and Badin 40 – 42 degree Celsius.
Karachi is experiencing hot, humid, and windy weather with maximum temperature remains between 34-36 degree Celsius today, according to the Met Office. The wind direction will be westerly or southwesterly today.
An earlier spell of severe hot weather persisted in the province till 23rd May.
On the other hand, mainly hot and dry weather is expected in most areas of the country, while very hot in south Punjab during the weekend.
Here are some ways to stay cool during the heatwave:
- Don’t go out between 12pm and 3pm when the sun is the strongest
- Wear loose-fitting and lightweight clothing
- Wear sunscreen and stay in the shade
- Drink plenty of fluids
- Cover your head (wear a scarf or cap)
- Use lip balm and eye drops to make sure your lips and eyes don’t get too dry
Here are the symptoms of a heat stroke you should watch out for:
- Throbbing headache
- Dizziness and light-headedness
- Lack of sweating despite the heat
- Red, hot, and dry skin
- Muscle weakness or cramps
- Nausea and vomiting
- Rapid heartbeat
- Rapid, shallow breathing
- Behavioral changes such as confusion, disorientation, or staggering
- Seizures
- Unconsciousness
- If you experience these symptoms, you should visit a hospital.
Pakistan
Salman Sufi appointed head of PM’s Strategic Reforms
Salman Sufi, a Mother Teresa Award winner and an expert in introducing unique social welfare schemes, will render his services voluntarily.

Islamabad: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday appointed public policy expert Salman Sufi as the head of the Prime Minister’s Strategic Reforms.
Salman Sufi, a Mother Teresa Award winner and an expert in introducing unique social welfare schemes, will render his services voluntarily.
Mr. Salman has introduced a number of people-friendly schemes, including the Punjab Women Protection Act, Violence Against Women Centre, Women on Wheels and Shehr-e-Khamoshan.
He has also served as Director General Strategic Reform Unit during Shehbaz Sharif’s Punjab chief ministership.
Salman Sufi was named one of the top five women’s rights activists in the world, including by the government of incumbent US President Joe Biden, and was also awarded the Vital Voices Award.
Additionally, the government has directed all ministries to make every effort to effectively implement the Prime Minister’s reform agenda.
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