PTVNEWS — broadcast 20260920 073000 UTC 200 transcript segments Google Cloud Speech-to-Text API (Chirp) + Gemini 2.5 Flash Non-Thinking Data courtesy of The GDELT Project (https://www.gdeltproject.org/), from the Internet Archive TV News Archive. Machine transcription. Treat it as a searchable index of what was broadcast, not a verbatim quotation record. [00:00:00] Government [00:00:02] With their cooperation, we have ensured [00:00:13] This is our path to salvation [00:01:06] and representatives of military institutions participated. We will tell you more. From Italy, PTV News [00:01:10] i.e., I for Islamabad, correspondent Furqan Niazi in his report, on the occasion of Pakistan [00:01:13] Defense Day, the Pakistani [00:01:15] G for Gilgit-Baltistan, Embassy hosted a diplomatic [00:01:17] S for Sindh, reception. Diplomats, defense and [00:01:21] B for Balochistan, military attachés, representatives of the Italian government and military institutions, [00:01:24] a total of over 150 guests participated. Defense [00:01:27] Attaché and Commodore Imtiaz Rahim Shahzad, while reiterating Pakistan's commitment [00:01:31] to peace, said that the country is determined [00:01:35] to give a befitting reply to any adventure. On this occasion, while expressing [00:01:38] his views, the Pakistani Ambassador highlighted [00:01:42] Pakistan's diplomatic and defensive capabilities and ongoing efforts for peace in the region [00:01:47] and to promote business relations. and the sacrifices of the Pakistan Army in the war against [00:01:49] terrorism. He also mentioned the decisive results of the Battle of [00:01:53] Hud in 2025. For the guests, [00:01:57] traditional Pakistani dishes, Lahori fish and. [00:02:03] While Pakistani products including Basmati rice, pink salt and handmade footballs [00:02:07] were also exhibited. Furqan Niazi, Pakistan Television [00:02:11] News, Rome, Italy. In Bahawalpur, [00:02:15] after the demise of Malik Muhammad Iqbal Channer, a member of the National Assembly [00:02:19] from Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz, the election campaign for the by-election [00:02:24] Leaders of the Awami Tehreek say in NA-168 to be held on September 27 is in full swing. Abdullah Mukhtar is giving details. [00:02:27] In this report, the political circles [00:02:30] in Bahawalpur for the by-election in NA-168 [00:02:34] have intensified. The polling for the vacant seat due to [00:02:38] the demise of Malik Muhammad Iqbal Channer, a member of the National Assembly [00:02:42] from Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz, will be held on September 27. [00:02:45] The election campaign by political parties and candidates is ongoing, [00:02:49] while the people of the constituency are also ready to fully participate [00:02:52] in the election process. Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz has nominated [00:02:56] Malik Munir Iqbal Channer, son of the late Malik Muhammad Iqbal Channer, as its candidate. [00:03:46] It remains to be seen which candidate will represent [00:03:49] this area in the National Assembly. Abdullah Mukhtar, [00:03:53] Pakistan Television News, Bahawalpur. [00:03:57] Provincial Minister for Education, Rahila Hamid Khan Durrani, Government. [00:04:15] Providing education is a vital need of the time. Islam has also laid special emphasis on the education [00:04:19] of girls and their rights. The provincial minister stated that [00:04:22] for a clean environment. the government is taking measures for the promotion of education and [00:04:25] improvement of educational institutions. Parents, teachers, civil society and philanthropists also. [00:04:55] partly cloudy conditions are [00:05:00] in the form of Naat Khawani. Consul General Zahid Ahmed Jatoi [00:05:03] said on this occasion that Pakistan is the only country [00:05:07] in the world that came into existence in the name of Islam. [00:05:11] And it will remain until the Day of Judgment. Just as [00:05:14] we are connected to our center Medina, similarly, we will remain connected to our center Pakistan. [00:05:18] And we will remain connected to all the missions of Pakistan across the world. [00:05:22] Long live Pakistan. [00:05:26] that we celebrate Eid Milad-un-Nabi. To get closer to Medina [00:05:29] Munawwara, this is the only way to organize [00:05:33] a gathering for the remembrance of the Holy Prophet (PBUH). Other participants in the Milad gathering [00:05:37] also highly appreciated this initiative by the Consulate [00:05:40] and expressed their desire to continue religious [00:05:44] events. Adeeb Mushtaq, PTV News, [00:05:48] Bradford. [00:05:51] MDCAT tests are being held today across the province, including Peshawar. [00:05:55] More than 1672 candidates will participate in the test. [00:05:58] Among them are 8226 female students. 19 examination centers [00:06:02] have been established in Peshawar for the MDCAT test, at the entrances of which [00:06:06] walk-through gates have been installed, where female police officers are also [00:06:10] present outside the examination centers along with male police officers. [00:06:42] are included. The district administration has made arrangements for security, [00:06:46] transport and other basic facilities at the examination centers, [00:06:49] while officers are present in the field to monitor the arrangements. [00:06:53] Section 144 is in force in and around the examination [00:06:56] centers. [00:06:57] ہے [00:07:03] A ceremony was held at the office of the Agriculture Department Attock in connection with the internship [00:07:07] program, in which Member National Assembly and Supreme Judicial Council Sheikh Aftab [00:07:11] Ahmed participated as a guest. [00:07:56] from Pakistan's [00:07:59] colorful traditional and regional costumes, truck art, [00:08:03] jewelry and handicraft samples received great acclaim. [00:08:07] Diplomatic missions from various countries also presented their national dances and traditional [00:08:10] costumes, which brought forth [00:08:12] a beautiful and diverse blend of cultures and highlighted [00:08:16] the importance of cultural exchange and mutual understanding. [00:08:19] Important personalities, representatives from arts and literature, and [00:08:23] members of the diplomatic corps participated [00:08:25] fully. [00:08:29] Under the Prime Minister's special petrol relief scheme, citizens in Samundri have started receiving [00:08:33] a relief of Rs 100 per liter on petrol. Omar Haider will give you more details. [00:08:37] The purpose of the [00:08:40] scheme announced by the government is to provide relief to [00:08:43] ordinary citizens affected by the increase in petrol prices. Under the scheme, [00:08:47] a relief of Rs 100 per liter is being given on 20 liters [00:08:50] of petrol per month for three-wheeled vehicles including motorcycles, rickshaws and [00:08:54] Qingqi, and 30 liters of petrol per month for cars [00:08:57] up to 800 cc. Alhamdulillah, I have [00:09:01] applied and I have received this token. Now I have come to the pump with the token. [00:09:05] We are now getting petrol by showing the token at the petrol pump. The relief we are getting from the Prime Minister [00:09:09] on petrol is that even if it's less than five liters [00:09:12] per day, they are still filling it up. They are also giving five liters. This is a good initiative [00:09:16] by the government. Through this petrol relief scheme, [00:09:19] citizens of Samundri are also benefiting from discounted petrol, [00:09:22] while the registration process is also including more eligible people [00:09:26] in this facility. [00:09:28] The Prime Minister's special petrol scheme [00:09:31] has also been implemented in Tehsil Pindi Gheb. Registered citizens are being provided [00:09:34] a relief of Rs 100 per liter on petrol. [00:09:38] Asif Sabri from Pindi Gheb is giving more details. [00:09:44] Like the rest of the country, the people of Pindi Gheb have also welcomed the announcement [00:09:48] by Prime Minister of Pakistan Mian Muhammad Shahbaz Sharif to provide a subsidy of Rs 100 per liter [00:09:51] on petrol to owners of motorcycles, rickshaws and cars up to 800 cc, [00:09:55] and have thanked the government. [00:09:59] The public is also very happy with this. 20 liters per person is being given to motorcyclists [00:10:02] per month for free. And 30 [00:10:06] liters for cars up to 800 cc. [00:10:09] All cars. [00:10:27] that this scheme of subsidized petrol is made available to people at every petrol pump. [00:10:31] Thank you. This petrol relief given by the Prime Minister [00:10:34] is a very good step. It will provide some relief [00:10:38] to the public who are suffering from inflation. [00:10:42] It is a very good step. [00:10:46] We express our sincere thanks to the Prime Minister. [00:10:49] The citizens of Pindi Gheb have termed the initiative [00:10:53] of Prime Minister of Pakistan Mian Shahbaz Sharif and the government as pro-people [00:10:57] and expressed hope that further practical steps will be taken [00:11:00] in the future to provide relief to the common man. Asif Sabri, Pakistan [00:11:04] Television News, Pindi Gheb. [00:11:07] A one-day workshop on child protection was organized at Dr. Faisal Masood Teaching Hospital [00:11:11] Sargodha. Asif Haneef from Sargodha will report. [00:11:14] A training workshop titled [00:11:18] "Breastfeeding Training the Counselor" was organized under the auspices of Pakistan Pediatric Association Sargodha. [00:11:22] The purpose of which was medical experts. [00:12:25] Good news! The Mohenjo-Daro Express, which had been closed for years, has been restored. [00:12:29] The train service between Kothri to Rohri and Rohri to Kothri has officially started. [00:12:32] At Kothri railway station, the train was decorated [00:12:36] with flowers, flags and balloons. While citizens celebrated by dancing [00:12:40] to the beat of drums. Passengers were given a grand welcome [00:12:43] at various stations by showering them with flowers. [00:12:49] that the restoration of the train was possible after a three-year struggle. According to [00:12:52] railway officials, currently one up and one down. [00:13:55] Wheat farmers are also being provided financial assistance of five thousand rupees per acre [00:13:58] through this. Details from Muhammad Ashraf. [00:14:02] Under the Punjab Clean Air Program, [00:14:05] the use of super seeder in wheat cultivation is being promoted. Super seeder [00:14:09] is a machine that cultivates wheat [00:14:12] by incorporating rice crop residues into the soil [00:14:16] without burning them, which can help control [00:14:19] smog and air pollution by reducing incidents of crop residue burning. [00:14:23] In case of wheat cultivation with super seeder, [00:14:27] not only is wheat sown on time, but it also saves [00:14:31] fertilizer and seeds and increases yield. Under the Punjab Clean [00:14:35] Air Program, a mobile app has been introduced [00:14:38] through which farmers can find available super seeders [00:14:42] in their area from home and book them, which has made it [00:14:46] easier to rent a super seeder machine for wheat cultivation. [00:14:49] I will sow five acres with super seeder after the rice crop. [00:14:53] سوپر سیڈ نائد کراں گا۔ [00:15:37] In Pangala, recreational and interesting activities were arranged for the children of martyrs. [00:15:41] IG Islamabad Mohammad Sohail Chaudhry set a beautiful example of mingling with the children of martyrs, [00:15:45] sharing in their joys. He said that the sacrifices of martyrs [00:15:49] are our pride and the happiness of their children is our responsibility. [00:15:53] Islamabad Police will never forget the great sacrifices of its martyrs. [00:15:56] की अजीम कुर्बानियों को कभी फरामोश नहीं [00:15:58] The three-day furniture exhibition [00:16:02] continues at Expo Center Karachi. Exhibitors from all over the country [00:16:06] are participating in the exhibition. [00:17:18] The purpose of the furniture [00:17:21] exhibition is to provide a platform for business people associated with furniture to introduce local products [00:17:24] Expo Center Karachi has become such a commercial hub [00:17:28] through which national and international investors are promoting their products [00:17:32] all over the world. Hassan Nasir Siddiqui. [00:17:35] ہیں حسن ناصر صدیقی [00:18:01] To make the main entry and exit points of the city beautiful, [00:18:05] clean and attractive. [00:19:07] is not just a symbol of beauty, but also extremely important for human health, better quality of life [00:19:11] and sustainable development. Two years ago, the United Nations [00:19:15] started celebrating World Cleanup Day on September 20. The purpose [00:19:18] of celebrating this day is not only to ensure cleanliness, but also to draw attention [00:19:22] to the growing global crisis of solid waste, reduce waste generation [00:19:26] and promote responsible lifestyles. According to the United Nations [00:19:30] Environment Program, approximately 2.1 billion [00:19:33] tons of solid waste is generated worldwide every year. According to an estimate, [00:19:37] by 2050, this amount could reach 3.8 billion tons. [00:19:41] Solid waste should be properly disposed of, [00:19:44] and you should also develop the habit of reusing [00:19:48] old things. It is everyone's responsibility [00:19:51] to take care of cleanliness. World Cleanup Day [00:19:55] also emphasizes the need to minimize food waste. According to experts, [00:20:00] لئے [00:20:17] Welcome to Weather Update. According to the meteorological department, [00:20:20] during the next 12 hours, the weather in Islamabad and its surroundings [00:20:24] is expected to be dry and hot during the day. [00:20:27] The weather in most parts of Punjab will be dry, however, in the afternoon, [00:20:33] expected in the Potohar region. Chitral, [00:20:36] Swat, [00:24:40] student Fahad Ahmed has set a new example of determination, courage [00:24:43] and hard work. Student Faizan Ahmed covered a distance [00:24:47] of 1100 kilometers from Lahore to Skardu in 22. [00:25:20] The successful journey is a testament [00:30:10] Attempt by terrorists belonging to Fitna al-Hindostan to disrupt peaceful movement of people [00:30:14] near Balochistan's Kila Saifullah on Pakistan Highway foiled. Security forces [00:30:18] killed five terrorists in an operation against them. [00:30:22] 23 abductees rescued. Huge quantity of arms, ammunition, explosives [00:30:25] and vehicles recovered. Clearance operation underway in the area. [00:30:29] Security forces' resolve under stability.