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Express Tribune
5 hours ago
- Business
- Express Tribune
Pakistan, Saudi Arabia to enhance tech collaboration
Minister of State for IT and Telecommunication, Shaza Fatima Khawaja: PHOTO: APP Federal Minister for IT and Telecommunication Shaza Fatima Khawaja held a high-level meeting with Saudi Minister for Communications and Information Technology Engineer Abdullah Al-Swaha to enhance collaboration in emerging technologies, artificial intelligence (AI) and digital infrastructure. The two sides discussed the establishment of the Pakistan Digital Corridor to China and Central Asia to strengthen global connectivity. They emphasised the need for cooperation in AI and computing technologies, reaffirming their commitment to strategic partnerships. Shaza Fatima highlighted a Rs4.8 billion project approved under the Public Sector Development Programme (PSDP) to train over 7,000 Pakistani youth in semiconductor technologies. She reiterated Pakistan's support for Saudi Arabia's National Semiconductor Hub, expressing confidence in the kingdom's leadership in the tech domain. Discussions also covered collaboration under Saudi Arabia's National Technology Development Programme and ways to foster partnerships between Pakistani and Saudi companies. Shaza Fatima outlined Pakistan's cybersecurity successes and the strong role played by its armed forces in recent geopolitical developments. She reaffirmed that Pakistan remains a committed partner in Saudi Arabia's growth and success.
Time of India
9 hours ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Pranay honour killing: Telangana HC defers convict's appeal as complainant wasn't served notice; orders fresh hearing after trial papers are shared
The Telangana High Court has postponed the hearing for Thirunagaru Sravan Kumar's appeal, a convict in the 2018 Perumalla Pranay Kumar honour killing case. This deferment occurred because Pranay's wife, Amrutha Varshini, wasn't notified until after arguments began. HYDERABAD: The Telangana high court on Friday deferred the hearing of a criminal appeal filed by Thirunagaru Sravan Kumar, one of the convicts in the honour killing of Dalit youth Perumalla Pranay Kumar, which took place in Miryalaguda, Nalgonda district, in 2018. Sravan Kumar has challenged the life sentence awarded to him by a Nalgonda district court and is seeking to have the conviction set aside. The court postponed proceedings after it was brought to its attention that notice had been served to the complainant, Amrutha Varshini, Pranay's wife, only after arguments in the appeal had commenced. Amrutha's counsel strongly objected to the continuation of the hearing, pointing out that substantial submissions had already been made on behalf of the petitioner (Sravan Kumar) before the complainant was formally notified. Sravan Kumar is Amrutha's paternal uncle. You Can Also Check: Hyderabad AQI | Weather in Hyderabad | Bank Holidays in Hyderabad | Public Holidays in Hyderabad The high court said that although it had directed the additional public prosecutor (APP) on April 22, 2025, to ensure that notice was served to Amrutha, the actual serving of notice took place only on June 12, after several rounds of arguments had already taken place. Meanwhile, the public prosecutor (PP) opposed hearing the petition for suspension of sentence, citing the absence of lower court records, which he said were essential for the court to fairly evaluate the appeal. In response, Sravan Kumar's counsel argued that detailed arguments had been presented since May 1, 2025, and all relevant documents were already before the court. However, the court recorded that the high court registry had received the trial court records, and that paper book preparation-a compilation of trial documents for the appeal-was underway as of June 16, 2025. In the interest of procedural fairness and to ensure all parties are adequately represented, the high court ruled that the suspension petition would be heard only after the paper books are completed and shared. It also directed Sravan Kumar's counsel to re-argue the matter in full, once the documents are circulated, to provide the complainant and all parties a fair opportunity to respond.
India Gazette
15 hours ago
- Health
- India Gazette
Delhi HC extends Geeta Arora's suspension of sentence till next date
New Delhi [India], June 28 (ANI): The Delhi High Court on Friday extended the interim suspension granted to Geeta Arora alias Sonu Punjaban on health grounds till July 22. Her appeal against conviction is also pending. She is admitted to Mehta Hospital in Saket. Justice Renu Bhatnagar extended the interim suspension of sentence granted to Geeta Arora alias Sonu Punjaban till the next date as listed in the application, along with the main appeal for hearing on July 22. She has moved an application seeking extension of the interim suspension of sentence for a further 60 days on medical grounds. She is suffering from Human Papillomavirus (HPV), which is associated with the potential development of cancer. Her counsel submitted that she has been diagnosed with HPV (Human Papillomavirus), a high-risk viral infection associated with potential cancer development. It was further submitted that the appellant Sonu Punjaban is presently admitted in Mehta Hospital, Saket, New Delhi, for ongoing treatment. A status report has been filed by the Delhi police verifying the medical documents produced by Sonu Punjaban. Additional Public Prosecutor (APP) for the State submitted that the treatment the appellant getting is available at AIIMS. While in judicial custody, she was receiving treatment at AIIMS, which is a premier government medical institution. APP further submitted as per the medical prescription submitted by the applicant, she was advised to report for a follow-up consultation at AIIMS on May 26. However, to date, no follow-up medical record or prescription from AIIMS has been placed on record to demonstrate that the applicant complied with the said advice, APP added. It was also contended that the appellant was directed to surrender on June 21 at 5 PM. On June 20, she got herself admitted to Mehta Hospital, a private hospital, to avoid compliance with the surrender order. The medical prescription of her condition by the said hospital appears to be exaggerated, the prosecution said. Her sentence was suspended on May 19, which was extended from time to time by the court. She filed an appeal in 2020 challenging her conviction and sentence in a case related to the Immoral Trade Practices Act and other offences. (ANI)
Express Tribune
15 hours ago
- Politics
- Express Tribune
Control room set up for Muharram
Technicians monitor data flow in the control room of an internet service. PHOTO: REUTERS The Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa Home and Tribal Affairs Department on Friday set up a central control room to monitor the law and order situation during the holy month of Muharram. According to an official statement issued by the department, the control room will remain operational 24/7 throughout the observance of Muharram, from the 1st to the 10th of the month. Officers from the relevant departments have been instructed to remain on duty. APP
India Gazette
a day ago
- India Gazette
Delhi HC grants 90-day interim bail to woman accused in POCSO case to care for her newborn
New Delhi [India], June 27 (ANI): The Delhi High Court granted 90 days' interim bail to a woman to enable her to take care of her barely two-month-old baby born in judicial custody. She has two minor children living with her in jail. She is an accused in a POCSO case lodged in 2019 at the Burari Police Station. Justice Renu Bhatnagar granted interim bail to the accused Kushi after considering the facts that charges have been framed and the case is at the stage of prosecution evidence. 'The applicant is unable to properly take care of her new born child while being in judicial custody, the applicant is granted interim bail for a period of 90 days from the date of her release, on furnishing a personal bond in sum of Rs. 25,000 with one surety in the like amount,' Justice Bhatnagar ordered on June 25. The applicant was re-arrested on December 12, 2024. Earlier, she was granted regular bail by the trial court, but a non-bailable warrant was issued against her on September 24, 2024, due to her non-appearance before the court. Thereafter, she was declared a proclaimed offender. She was sent to judicial custody after her re-arrest. She gave birth to a child on May 12, 2025. While granting interim bail, the High Court also considered the medical report, which stated that the applicant, along with her two children, is currently lodged in Central Jail No. 6 of Tihar Jail complex. The medical status report states that at the time of her admission to jail, she was pregnant and delivered a child on 12.05.2025. Advocate Indrapal Khokhar, counsel for the accused, submitted that the applicant has two minor children; one aged around two years and the other is a newborn, while being in judicial custody. He further submitted that the applicant is unable to look after her minor children while being in judicial custody. The trial will take considerable time, and therefore, during the pendency of the trial, the applicant be released on bail to take care of her minor sons or, in the alternative, the applicant be granted interim bail for 90 days, the counsel prayed. Additional Public Prosecutor (APP) and Advocate Bahuli Sharma, counsel for the prosecutrix, opposed the plea of the accused. The APP contended that the charges have already been framed and the trial is at the stage of prosecution evidence. He further submitted that there is high apprehension that the applicant may again try to jump bail if released on interim bail. (ANI)
