ISLAMABAD // Following up the UN inquiry into the assassination of Benazir Bhutto, the Pakistani government suspended eight officials who were accused of criminal negligence and obstructing subsequent investigations. But critics here have termed the move as insufficient and are urging the government to form a powerful judicial commission to bring the culprits to justice.
Benazir Bhutto, one of Pakistan's most popular politicians, who served two terms as prime minister, was assassinated in a bomb and gun attack in Rawalpindi in December 2007 as she was campaigning for general elections.
The eight suspended government officials include Saud Aziz, who was police chief of Rawalpindi, the garrison city adjacent to the capital. A ninth official, Javed Iqbal Cheema, a retired brigadier heading the Civil Defence Organisation, had his contract terminated. Mr Cheema was the spokesperson of the interior ministry at the time of the assassination and had hurriedly conducted a news conference in which he blamed Baitullah Mehsud, the former leader of Pakistani Taliban, as being responsible for the killing.
The United Nations report, made public last week, had faulted the government of the former president, Pervez Musharraf, for not effectively providing security to Bhutto and accused the country's powerful intelligence agencies of severely hampering the investigations.
The UN report also identified Major Gen Nadeem Ijaz, then head of military intelligence and a relative of Mr Musharraf, as having ordered Mr Aziz, the police chief, to hose down the crime scene, which resulted in the destruction of evidence. No action has been taken against Gen Ijaz.
The ruling government of the Pakistan Peoples Party was quick to move against civilian officials, however, even though no criminal investigations have been initiated.
Some current and former government officials say the UN report has no legal validity and any action based on its findings can be challenged in the courts.
"According to rules and procedures, no action can be taken against any government official unless a proper legal investigation has been completed," said Shamshad Ahmad, a former foreign secretary. "If the purpose of the government is to determine the truth and nothing else then there is no way other than forming an independent judicial commission."
He urged the government to form a powerful independent commission, and suggested it be headed by a former chief justice of the Supreme Court and leading senior investigators and medical experts.
Mr Ahmad, like most Pakistanis, dismissed the UN report as lacking any new information or facts. "In my view, it is nothing. It is tantamount to distraction and perhaps an eyewash," he said.
That the most important question - who killed Bhutto - is unanswered in the UN report has led to much criticism within the country.
Mr Ahmad, who has served as Pakistan's ambassador to the United Nations, said the idea of UN diplomats investigating a murder case was faulty from the start. "I can never imagine investigating a criminal case in my own country let alone in a foreign country. Diplomats are not trained for this."
Mr Ahmad's demand for the formation of a judicial commission is supported by Hamid Gul, a retired army general and former head of the country's powerful spy organisation, the Inter-Services Intelligence directorate.
Mr Gul was named by Bhutto as one of the people who wanted to assassinate her when she was planning to return to the country in 2007.
Mr Gul, who is a vocal critic of the United States and Pakistan's president, Asif Ali Zardari, Bhutto's widower, accused the current government of dithering and dragging its feet in identifying and bringing Bhutto's killers to justice.
"Mr Zardari himself maybe involved," Mr Gul said, voicing a common, if unproven, conspiracy theory. The UN report absolved Mr Zardari, saying there was no truth in such rumours but his critics continue to believe otherwise.
This week, Pakistani news media reported that Mr Gul was also placed on the "exit control list", along with the suspended officials. The interior ministry usually puts people on the list who are under criminal investigation and at the same time they are barred from leaving the country.
The role of the Pakistani interior minister, Rehman Malik, is also under the spotlight. The minister is one of the most trusted aides to Mr Zardari. But some PPP officials and analysts have sharply questioned his actions on the day of Bhutto's assassination.
Mr Malik, along with Babar Awan, the law minister and another close aide to Mr Zardari, left the political rally on the day of the assassination in a bulletproof car that was supposed to act as Bhutto's backup vehicle.
Ikram Sehgal, a leading analyst and editor of Defense Journal magazine, today wrote a scathing article in The News, the country's leading daily English-language newspaper, accusing Mr Malik of culpability.
"Why President Zardari is so keen to absolve these two characters when they are guilty of abandoning his critically injured wife when even a few critical minutes would have made the difference between life and death?" Sehgal asked in his article.
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Tips for newlyweds to better manage finances
All couples are unique and have to create a financial blueprint that is most suitable for their relationship, says Vijay Valecha, chief investment officer at Century Financial. He offers his top five tips for couples to better manage their finances.
Discuss your assets and debts: When married, it’s important to understand each other’s personal financial situation. It’s necessary to know upfront what each party brings to the table, as debts and assets affect spending habits and joint loan qualifications. Discussing all aspects of their finances as a couple prevents anyone from being blindsided later.
Decide on the financial/saving goals: Spouses should independently list their top goals and share their lists with one another to shape a joint plan. Writing down clear goals will help them determine how much to save each month, how much to put aside for short-term goals, and how they will reach their long-term financial goals.
Set a budget: A budget can keep the couple be mindful of their income and expenses. With a monthly budget, couples will know exactly how much they can spend in a category each month, how much they have to work with and what spending areas need to be evaluated.
Decide who manages what: When it comes to handling finances, it’s a good idea to decide who manages what. For example, one person might take on the day-to-day bills, while the other tackles long-term investments and retirement plans.
Money date nights: Talking about money should be a healthy, ongoing conversation and couples should not wait for something to go wrong. They should set time aside every month to talk about future financial decisions and see the progress they’ve made together towards accomplishing their goals.
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January 27 – Third T20, Lahore
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Tips on buying property during a pandemic
Islay Robinson, group chief executive of mortgage broker Enness Global, offers his advice on buying property in today's market.
While many have been quick to call a market collapse, this simply isn’t what we’re seeing on the ground. Many pockets of the global property market, including London and the UAE, continue to be compelling locations to invest in real estate.
While an air of uncertainty remains, the outlook is far better than anyone could have predicted. However, it is still important to consider the wider threat posed by Covid-19 when buying bricks and mortar.
Anything with outside space, gardens and private entrances is a must and these property features will see your investment keep its value should the pandemic drag on. In contrast, flats and particularly high-rise developments are falling in popularity and investors should avoid them at all costs.
Attractive investment property can be hard to find amid strong demand and heightened buyer activity. When you do find one, be prepared to move hard and fast to secure it. If you have your finances in order, this shouldn’t be an issue.
Lenders continue to lend and rates remain at an all-time low, so utilise this. There is no point in tying up cash when you can keep this liquidity to maximise other opportunities.
Keep your head and, as always when investing, take the long-term view. External factors such as coronavirus or Brexit will present challenges in the short-term, but the long-term outlook remains strong.
Finally, keep an eye on your currency. Whenever currency fluctuations favour foreign buyers, you can bet that demand will increase, as they act to secure what is essentially a discounted property.
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RESULTS
Light Flyweight (48kg): Alua Balkibekova (KAZ) beat Gulasal Sultonalieva (UZB) by points 4-1.
Flyweight (51kg): Nazym Kyzaibay (KAZ) beat Mary Kom (IND) 3-2.
Bantamweight (54kg): Dina Zholaman (KAZ) beat Sitora Shogdarova (UZB) 3-2.
Featherweight (57kg): Sitora Turdibekova (UZB) beat Vladislava Kukhta (KAZ) 5-0.
Lightweight (60kg): Rimma Volossenko (KAZ) beat Huswatun Hasanah (INA) KO round-1.
Light Welterweight (64kg): Milana Safronova (KAZ) beat Lalbuatsaihi (IND) 3-2.
Welterweight (69kg): Valentina Khalzova (KAZ) beat Navbakhor Khamidova (UZB) 5-0
Middleweight (75kg): Pooja Rani (IND) beat Mavluda Movlonova (UZB) 5-0.
Light Heavyweight (81kg): Farida Sholtay (KAZ) beat Ruzmetova Sokhiba (UZB) 5-0.
Heavyweight (81 kg): Lazzat Kungeibayeva (KAZ) beat Anupama (IND) 3-2.
How to protect yourself when air quality drops
Install an air filter in your home.
Close your windows and turn on the AC.
Shower or bath after being outside.
Wear a face mask.
Stay indoors when conditions are particularly poor.
If driving, turn your engine off when stationary.
