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Pakistan Super League 2019 or PSL 4 The Pakistan Super League is a professional franchise league. The league was founded in Lahore on 9th September 2015 with five teams and now consists of six teams.

The PSL season runs between the months of February and March, with each team playing 10 matches in double round robin format. The top four team with the best record qualify for the playoffs and culminate in the championship game, the PSL Cup final. The inaugural champions were . Peshawar Zalmi was PSL2 Champions. The 3rd edition of PSL was won by Islamabad again. The current champions are Quetta Gladiators, who won the title on 17th March, 2019 in Karachi. Pakistan Super League 2019 or PSL4 was the fourth season of the Pakistan Super League PSL4 featured six teams (Karachi Kings, Islamabad United, Lahore Qalandars, Peshawar Zalmi, Quetta Gladiators and Multan Sultan) and was held from 14th February, 2019 to 17th March, 2019. Twenty Six matches were played in the United Arab Emirates while eight matches were played in Karachi. Originally, three matches were scheduled to be played in Lahore but the matches were shifted to Karachi due to security issues. Every team played each other twice and the top four teams Peshawar Zalmi, Quetta Gladiators, Islamabad United and Karachi Kings qualified for a series of playoff games while Lahore Qalandars & Multan Sultans failed to qualify for playoff stage like last year. The top two teams Quetta Gladiators and Peshawar Zalmi played the first qualifier in which Quetta Gladiators beat Peshawar Zalmi by 10 runs. The next two teams Islamabad United and Karachi Kings played an eliminator in which Islamabad United beat Karachi Kings by 4 . The loser of the first qualifier Peshawar Zalmi and the winner of the eliminator Quetta Gladiators met in the second qualifier which Peshawar won by 48 runs. The final took place on 17th March 2019 at National Stadium Karachi, Pakistan. Quetta Gladiators won the toss and elected to field first and restricted Peshawar to 138. Quetta Gladiators chased the target easily with the loss of two wickets. The eighteen years old emerging player from Quetta, Muhammad Musa received the Man of the Match for his brilliant . Shane Watson of Quetta was awarded the player of the tournament award and the leading run scorer award with a total of 435 runs in the tournament. Hassan Ali of Peshawar was awarded the leading taker award with a total of 25 wickets. Earthquakes Earthquakes are common phenomenon these days. Everyone knows something of earthquakes. They are caused either by the movement of the molten materials beneath the surface of the earth or by volcanic eruptions. There are various minerals and gases under the surface of the earth. Their reaction with each other and movements beneath the earth bring earthquakes. This is one reason why we have earthquakes. In certain parts of the world, there are volcanoes or burning mountains. Every earthquake has its origin, called the “Focus”, and the spot directly above it, is called the “Epicentre”. The epicenter of earthquake is vigorous and severe. The tremors, too, are very severe at the Epicentre. Even a slight earthquake is unpleasant and terrifying for any one, but is brings lesser destruction. Earthquake intensity is measured on a scale called “Richter Scale”. If the intensity is from 7 – 9, it is considered as a severe earthquake. If it is between 5 – 6, it is considered as a moderate earthquake and below 5, it is a harmless or a normal earthquake. There are two types of earthquake. (i) TSUNAMI (Originates in sea) (ii) Earthquake (Originates on land) The earthquake occurred in Pakistan was recorded 7.6 on the Richter Scale. It occurred in Northern Areas of Pakistan including Balakot, Muzaffarabad, Jammu & Kashmir and Hazara Divisions. As a result of this earthquake, heavy loss of life and property occurred. Pakistan government along with many volunteers is trying to rehabilitate the survivors of this earthquake. Thus, earthquake produces a lot of destruction and devastation. The effects are long lasting. In other words, earthquake is a test for both the people and the government.

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Health problems in a big city Environmental pollution The most alarming and menacing problem which we are facing in our world now a days is pollution. It makes our environment unclean, harmful and injurious. It is very dangerous for human life and water life as well as for animals and plants. The environment pollution is acute in big cities where industries and factories are working. Smokes discharged by these factories and motors vehicles pollute air. Industry also discharges harmful chemical gases which are inhaled by us. Dust also takes part in it. Different rough voices create noise pollution, which effects our nerves system. The waste dirty water of factories and sewerage water goes into sea, which makes water and its life absolutely poisonous. When we use this water life as our food, it causes many disease. If we want to keep our life safe and comfortable, we should try to keep our localities clean and unpolluted. It is our duty for the safety of our coming generations and this world. Terrorism Terrorism has been now the most burning problem for the whole world. No country is out of reach of terrorism. The United States which was once quite safe and sound has fallen a victim to these terrorists. 11th September 2001 for USA unknown terrorists attacked upon military power. The world trade centre and the Pentagon were under attack. On this day, sirens screamed and terrified people rushed through the streets for safety. Hundred of billion of property turned into heap in a wink. All world leaders condemned on this brutal event. President Musharraf strongly condemned the terrorist attacks, Taliban Ambassador to Pakistan also condemned the attacks. Muslim countries have been blamed and targeted for these attacks. The U.S.A considered that the main character of this terrorism is Usama – Bin – Laden. For this purpose, America and the British both attacked Afghanistan. Thousands of people were killed by them. Unless the world leaders put their heads to find out a way to end this blood shedding. In these situations, the U.S.A praised the role of Pakistan. Pakistan is also against terrorism. In fact, Pakistan is an Islamic country. Pakistan wants peace all over the world.

Health is Wealth “Health is wealth” is an old saying. Health is one of the greatest blessings of God. It has been rightly said that healthy body has healthy mind. If health is lost, everything is lost. Unhealthy person losses all the charms of life. He becomes a burden on others. He leads a very uncomfortable life. All his wealth is of no use for him. Healthy man enjoys the real blessings of life. He gets pleasure and happiness from everything. He becomes useful member of his society. He can serve his nation well. We should take care of our health. For this purpose, we should eat pure and simple food. We should avoid overeating. Morning walk is very useful for health. We should also take exercise regularly. We should also take bath daily and clean our teeth twice a day. We can work hard and study well only when we are healthy.

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Duties of a Good Citizen A good citizen has many duties towards his country. He must be fully aware of his rights and duties. He must get good education. He must be loyal, sacrificing and law – abiding. He must be patriotic. He must prefer national interest to his personal interest. He must be useful citizen of his country. He should co – operate with the government to solve the problems. He should be dutiful. He pays his dues to the government regularly and in time. His life is very simple. His dealings are fair. His behaviour with his neighbours and other people is very good. In fact, a good citizen is the true representative of Islam and Islamic Society. Pakistan Day Celebration The Pakistan Day is a very important day in our history. It was the day of 23rd March 1940 that “Pakistan Resolution” was passed at Lahore. We celebrate this day with zeal, pomp and show. The day starts with prayers in all the mosques. All the Pakistanis pray for the welfare and the progress of Pakistan. Military parades are held in all big cities. Newspapers bring out special editions. 31 gunshots are fired at the capital of Islamabad and 21 gunshots are fired at provincial capitals. The shops and houses are well decorated with colourful buntings. We celebrated this day in our school too. A Bait Bazi competition was held. The team of class IX won this competition. It ended at about sunset. May God give us power to follow the teachings of Islam and the principles of the Quaid-e-Azam. “Pakistan Zindabad”

My first Day at School I was a boy of five years when I was taken for admission in school. As I reached the school I was puzzled to see the school building, the vast playground and a number of boys of all ages. After the school bell rang, most of the boys walked to their classes. I was taken to clerk’s office. He gave my father a big form. My father filled it. The form was signed by the Headmaster. He asked me a few questions. Then, I was sent to the classroom. I sat there silently. The boy who sat near me asked my name. We talked till the recess bell rang. We then, rushed out of the classroom and went to the playground. I walked to the classroom when the recess was over. The class teacher entered the classroom. After introduction, he dismissed the class. My father was waiting for me. I came back home. In this way, I completed my first day at school. It was a very exciting day of my life. COMPUTER (I.T.) Recent time is the time of science and technology. Science is a great blessing for human life. It has been playing a major role in our society. It has changed deserts into fertile lands. Man has conquered land, air and the water because of science. One of the greatest inventions of 20th century is the computer. It is being used in every section of life. Nowadays a new technology Internet is being introduced, which provides numerous facilities to users. The best function of Internet is to obtain the world wide current

S.M. STANDARD SCHOOL 4 S.M. STANDARD SCHOOL news, regarding health, politics, educational etc. Telephonic friendship is also done on Internet. As everybody knows that every invention also has its demerits. Pakistani government is also trying his best to provide these facilities to all the remote areas of our country. Government has taken many steps to increase the net of this service.

MY LAST DAY AT SCHOOL Generally the first day at school is very hard. Almost all little children cry on their first day at school. Little do we realise that our last day at school will be a hard one. The last day at school is just a good bye to school life. It was announced that there would be a farewell function. We went to school hall. We were served with light refreshments. Then some of our teachers addressed us. They all wished us good luck in the examination and bright future afterwards. Then came our Principal. Our Principal gave us a long and charming speech. Then some of our students replied. With smiles on our faces and tears in our eyes, we got up and shook hands with all our teachers. As we got down the stairs, our eyes lingered lovingly on the walls and doors of the school. So, ended my last day at school. It has left a lasting memory on my mind.

A Picnic to the sea-side Life without pleasure is a dull life. We must have some sort of recreation. It is the birth right of every human being. My favourite recreation is to visit any beach during holidays. Truly speaking, a walk by the seaside is very soothing, interesting and refreshing. We chalked out a programme and reached Sandspit early in the morning. The sky was over cloudy. The cool and fresh breeze came from the seaside. The high roaring waves of water were very charming. I forgot all the worries of life in those surroundings. Then we had a stroll on the seashore. I was learning how to swim those days. I had never dived in an open sea. Angry waves started dragging me away from the shore. By the grace of Allah, I was lucky enough to be saved from the jaws of death. I thanked Allah and came back home. MY AMBITION IN LIFE Robert Browning says, “ The aim, if reached or not, makes great the life.” So, ______is very important in life. It is like a guiding star. There are as many aims as men. Some want to be doctors, others to be civil and military officers. Some wish to be engineers. Others to be poets and novelists. I desire to be a teacher. Teaching is not a paying profession. There are many reasons of my choice. Firstly, teaching is a noble profession. The best people in the world are those who teach others. Secondly, I am fond of reading and teaching. Thirdly, some persons may ask if I want to be a teacher, why a teacher. The answer is that a man can serve his nation well. To achieve my aim or ambition, I work day and night. I intend to write good books.

MY FAVOURITE HOBBY A hobby is something that we do for pleasure in our spare time. My favourite hobby is stamp collecting. I collect new as well as old stamps from different countries. It was some

S.M. STANDARD SCHOOL 5 S.M. STANDARD SCHOOL years back that one of my uncle presented me an album of stamps on my birthday. Since that time I have added three albums. Now I have four albums of stamps. I do not spend much in stamps. I have pen friends all over the world. I exchange stamps with them. I learnt much from this hobby. Each stamp tells me a story. I see pictures of birds and animals. This hobby is a joy for me. It is full of knowledge. Sometimes, I have many stamps of the same kind. I sell some of them. Prize distribution at our school One of the most exciting events in school days is the annual prize distribution ceremony. It is a happy day not only for the lucky prize winners but also for the entire school. Last week we had the prize distribution ceremony in our school. Our school hall was beautifully decorated. Exactly at 4’O clock the honourable guest arrived. Our Principal first read out the report of the school. After the report we had some songs and poems by our students. The highlight of the day’s programme, was a fancy dress parade. Our guest of honour was highly pleased with them. He praised the students who had worn these dresses. Then the prizes were given away. Then the honourable guest made a speech. He gave us some of the memories of his own school days and made us laugh. He also thanked the Principal for inviting him there and congratulated the staff and the students. QUAID-E-AZAM OR MY FAVOURITE LEADER Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah was the founder of Pakistan. He was our national hero and my favourite leader, we call him Quaid-e-Azam and either means the “Great Leader”. He made us free and gave us Pakistan to live in. He was born in Karachi on 25th December, 1876. He got his early education from Sindh Madrasat-ul-Islam, and passed his Matriculation Exam at the age of seventeen. Then he went to England for higher studies and was called to the bar in 1896. Our Quaid-e-Azam started his practice in Bombay and very soon he was known as an expert barrister. He became the member of the Muslim League in 1913.He worked day and night for the cause of the Muslims and at last Pakistan came into being on 14th August 1947. He was the first Governor General of Pakistan. Our favourite leader died on 11th September, 1948, and was buried in the heart of Karachi. Blessings of Science Wonders of Science The progress today is all because of science. Science has brought great comfort in all the fields of life. Science has given power and self-confidence to man. Science is a friend of man and it has done and is doing much in the service of humanity. In the past, journeys took much time, but science has shortened distances. Now, we can travel long distances in a few hours. Today, we enjoy the match and other news from radio and T.V. Science has brought man nearer to man. Electricity is our maidservant. She does every impossible and difficult job for us. There are calculating machines. Now, medical science helps us to fight against the most deadly diseases. Death-rate has been reduced. Progress and research in the field of agriculture has increased. So, we see that science has brought comfort and pleasure for mankind.

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Life in a big city The city in which live Problems in a big city Life in a big city is very busy and exciting. People work according to a time table and do not like to waste it in idle talk. In a big city, everyone is busy in his affairs. He has no time for others. Cities are more clean and pleasant than villages. A big city has many facilities like better education, roads, hospitals, dispensaries, factories and government offices. A great number of people from villages come to the big cities in search of some job. They settle there permanently and cause over crowding. People living in a big city experience many problems like housing, transport, traffic, playgrounds and number of schools. Their children find it difficult to mix up with other children. Moreover smoke and industrial wastes makes the atmosphere dirty. Life in a big city is, no doubt, pleasant and comfortable but only for those who can afford it. A road accident, A Rainy Day Rain is the blessing of God. But is a source of trouble for the people of Karachi. One day I was going to Liaquatabad from Saddar by bus. Suddenly the sky was overcast. After a while, rain began to fall. The bus was running very smoothly. When we covered only one mile, the tyre was punctured. Then, the tyre was changed. When the bus was passing through the Capri Cinema, I saw a red sports car coming from the opposite side, ignored the red signal and collided with the bus. Many passengers were badly injured. I got out the bus. All got wet with rainwater. The injured were immediately shifted to the nearest hospital. The roads were presented the scene of lakes and rivers. The rain went on, after a long time my desired bus appeared and I got into it. All the roads sank into water. The traffic was suspended and offices were closed. Therefore, it is quite to say that rain is the source of troubles not a blessing for the people of Karachi City. A Picnic, A visit to a historical place, The happiest day of my life Our examinations were over. We were in a jolly mood. We made a programme to go to the Moen-jo-Daro. On last Sunday, we reached the city station at 7:30 A.M. We got into the train. Our train passed through green valleys and beautiful scenery. It stopped at many stations. We reached Moen-jo-Daro after four hours. We accommodated in the rest house. We passed our time in playing games. Now it was 1:00 P.M. We took our lunch and rested for an hour, then we took a round of the ruins. It was discovered in 1922. Each house was made of large baked bricks. We also visited the museum. Now it was 5:00 p.m. We reached railway station. The train started 5:45 p.m. and we reached Karachi at 9:30 p.m. It was the happiest and memorable day of my life. My Country, My Native Country, My Motherland I love Pakistan because it is my ______. I love it more than my life. It is a Muslim country. It was came into being on 14th august 1947. It has four provinces. The name of its capital is Islamabad. Karachi is the biggest city of Pakistan. It is an agricultural country. Wheat, rice, cotton and sugar-cane are its main crops. Its land is very fertile. Five rivers flow in my country. It is also rich with minerals. There are many

S.M. STANDARD SCHOOL 7 S.M. STANDARD SCHOOL factories and mills. Its land, air and naval forces are very strong and faithful. They can defend the country against any attack. There are many historical places in my country. It is full of beautiful scenery. It is the home of great warriors, poets and statesmen. The people of Pakistan are very brave. I am proud of being a Pakistani. My Favourite Personality, Our National Hero, Our National Poet, Man is a social animal. He must live in society. There are many poets and heroes but I like Allama Iqbal very much. He is my favourite personality also. He was a great thinker and true Muslim. He gave us the idea of Pakistan. He worked for the cause of the Muslims and roused them from deep dream through his poetry. He wrote many books on poetry. Some of these are Bal-e-Gibril, Jawwed-Nama, Payam-e-Mashriq, Armughan-e-Hijaz, Zabur-e-Ajam, Zarb-e-Kalim and Sehra-ki-Duwa etc. His poetry is a reflection of his devotion to Islam. He was born in Sialkot in 1877. He got his early education from here. He did his M.A. from the Government College Lahore. After then, he went to abroad. He did Ph.D. from Germany. He played a major role in the creation of Pakistan but he cannot see its actual creation. He died in 1938. He was buried in Lahore near Badshahi Masjid. My Best Friend, My Neighbour, Man is a social animal. He must live in society. I have many friends but ______is my best friend. He is also my class fellow and the monitor of my class. He is my neighbour. He is of my age. We play and study together. He gets up early in the morning and calls on me to go out for a walk daily. He is active, smart and clean in his habits. He says his prayers five times. He recites the Holy Quran daily. He is very kind hearted. He often helps the poor and needy students. All the teachers and students like him very much. He never tells a lie. He is good in all subjects. He is scholarship holder. His handwriting is very neat. He is the best orator in out school. He always bears a smiling face. He has some special qualities. Due to these qualities I have selected him as my fast friend. I am very proud of my ______. A Match Last Sunday a ______match was played between Star Club and Moon Club. It was holiday. I, with my friends, reached the stadium in time. There was a great rush of people. We got seats after a great difficulty. The policemen were there to control the people. May hawkers were selling eatables. Their things were selling like hot cakes. The match started at fixed time. Both the teams were in high spirits. They were trying their best to win the match. The supporters of both the teams were shouting and clapping loudly. There were certain moments when each of the teams had a narrow escape. The teams tried hard to carry the day, but the match ended in a draw, because both the teams were equally strong. It was an interesting and memorable match. All my friends, and I returned home in the evening.

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Eid Milad-Un-Nabi Eid Milad-un-Nabi is the happiest event of the birth of the Holy Prophet (S.A.W). Hence it is celebrate with great religious fervors. Eid Milad-un-Nabi was celebrated in our school in a grand manner. Students started to prepare speech, practice Naat and Hamd, long before the actual function. A great religious scholar was invited to be the chief guest. A big " Shamiana" was erected and decorated with colourful buntings, banners of well-known Hadith and Ayahs signifying the function. Rose water was filled in small metal flask to be sprinkled. Students had dressed in white dress. The function started at 11 a.m. with " Qirat" by a student from class 10th. Then a number of Naats were presented. Speeches were delievered by students of different classes about the life and Seerat (Behaviour) of the Holy Prophet (S.A.W).

Then the chief guest was requested to give the speech. He delievered a very heart- awakening speech and all were absorbed in it. Then the Headmaster stood and thanked the chief guest. During the function a religious atmosphere was created. We resolved to live a life according to the teachings of the Holy Prophet (S.A.W). The function ended happily. I will remember this function long. The Importance of Technical Education Technical Education is the key to the progress of a country. The need for technical education is great as our country is one the way to industrialization. Even for progress in agriculture modern technical methods are to be employed. A strong defense needs scientific equipments and for this we need technical personnel. That is why it is seen that now a days more and more emphasis is given to technical education. As compared to academic education technical education has more value and scope for employment is unlimited in technical fields. Also a technically qualified person can earn more money than a person working as clerk. But facilities for technical education are limited. Such institutions are generally located in big cities. A person from villagers has to travel a long way to get technical education. Expenses are also not less. The government should open technical schools at rural areas and should give facilities in the existing technical institutions. This will encourage and induce students to shift to technical education. NURSING Nursing is a noble profession. Islam regards looking after the sick and injured very important. The Holy Prophet (S.A.W) used to visit the sick people regularly. Even the sick people of the enemies of Islam were not left alone. In the old days nursing was considered a profession of the lower class. But after Florence Nightingale girls from noble families also started joining this profession. Florence Nightingale laid the foundation of modern nursing. She also opened an institution of nursing where girls trained to become good nurses. A good nurse looks after the sick and wounded persons with love and sympathy. A sick person is often weary and distresses. He needs to n be given medicines and care at proper time with affection and sympathy. That is the job of good nurse. She has also to be cleanly dressed.

S.M. STANDARD SCHOOL 9 S.M. STANDARD SCHOOL In our country many training institutes are set up for nurses. Many Pakistani girls from good families are joining this profession. We should also give importance to them and respect them for their noble job. Advantages and Disadvantages of Watching T.V. Programmes Television is now common in big cities. Every second house has a television in it. There are certain advantages and disadvantages of watching the different programmes. T.V. is itself not a good or bad thing, but the way we use it make it good or bad for us. As regards advantages, T.V. Can be used as an educational and informative thing. It telecasts education programmes of Allama Iqbal Open University. Science teaches and experiments and other programmes giving knowledge. The T.V. keeps as aware of the news of our country and discussions. So there is a lot to learn from television. As regards entertainment the P.T.V. Telecasts good dramas and music programmes. But the disadvantages come when young people sit late in the night watching obscene programmes through the dish antenna. Some people watch bad movies through VCR and video cassettes. This is wrong. This spoils the character, thoughts and health. The parents need to have an eye on the activities and interests of their teen age children. We must keep a balance between learning and good entertainment. This is very essential for our good future. Importance of Muslims Unity Muslims of the whole world are passing through very critical and hard periods now a days. The need for Muslim unity now is greater than at any other time. After the Trade Tower blast on 11th September, the Muslims are suspicious in the eyes of the western countries. Every Muslim in the west is now critically watched as if he is a terrorist. The Muslim countries are facing sanctions, restrictions and difficulties by the hands western super powers now. This is the time for Muslims of the whole world to get united with each other. Unity is strength. This unity will have great fruits in the future. It will help the Muslim countries to make progress in different fields. Their economy will become strong. It will also strengthen their different needs. They will stand as strong nations before, the world. And the western powers will consider the Muslims and Muslim countries with respect and regard.

It is high time that all the leaders of the Muslim countries should sit together and think about this important matter. Otherwise one by one every Muslim country will become a target of aggression by America. The need is that Muslim countries should solve the difference and help each other in their progress. Then they can stand at their own, not at the mercy of the west . Off course ‘‘Unity is Strength’’. Role of Media in Everyday Life Today ‘‘Media’’ plays an important role in everyday life. Media is the voice of television, radio, films, newspapers and magazines. Today almost every person watches television, reads newspapers and magazines. If a certain new trend in fashion gets uplift through media, it becomes poplar and the young generation adopts it very soon. If political or social issues are highlighted through media, people think about it and mostly in the manner as it is presented . For example, if confidence building measures and good will between Pakistan and India is promoted through media, the

S.M. STANDARD SCHOOL 10 S.M. STANDARD SCHOOL common man will also feel its importance, and will think in terms of friendship between the two countries. If astrology and forecasting is promoted on every television channel, people will consider it very important. As regards advertisement, if a very ordinary product is advertised very frequently on every source of media, it becomes popular. Thus media plays an important role in our daily life. But ; it is needed that we should also think with our own mind about what media tells, whether it is correct, suitable and true or not. We should not be drifted away by what media imposes on us. Load Shedding in Pakistan Load shedding means "resistance in the electricity". It means breaking of light continuously after an hour called the load shedding. Prepared By: Nisar Ahmed Khan As we know that load shedding is increasing day by day in Pakistan. It breaks light continuously after every hour. Due to which we cannot work on the electrical things. Such as computers and on the machines of different types which use the electrical energy. We cannot see anything without light and we cannot operate these machines which play an important role in our life. As we know about information by television. Some times load shedding becomes too much that there is no light till two or three days and nights. At that time we cannot get any information by television and cannot know what is happening in the world. Load shedding slows down the speed of the work in the factories and the industrial areas and also stops the working of the industrial machines. It not only stops the production but it gives loss instead of profit. If we see that China is one of the greatest and developed countries in the world. There is no load shedding in China. What is the reason behind that? Basic point is that the people of China are patriotic. Every one spends some time working in the fields or in factories including the Prime Minister. They don't feel ashamed in working with their own hands. They always work hard for the progress of their country. And their country is making progress day by day. Prepared If we want to get rid of load shedding, we can do this. We should not waste the electrical energy. We should use the light only when it is needed. We should also advise other people not to waste this energy. Being a responsible citizen we should help our government in solving one of the main problems of our country which we are facing now. If we do this than we will get rid of load shedding very soon. China–Pakistan Economic Corridor CPEC China–Pakistan Economic Corridor also known by the acronym CPEC is a collection of infrastructure projects that are currently under construction throughout Pakistan. CPEC is intended to rapidly modernize Pakistani infrastructure and strengthen its economy by the construction of modern transportation networks, numerous energy projects, and special economic zones. On 13 November 2016, CPEC became partly operational when Chinese cargo was transported overland to Gwadar Port for onward maritime shipment to Africa and West Asia, while some major power projects were commissioned by late 2017. A vast network of highways and railways are to be built under the aegis of CPEC that will span the length and breadth of Pakistan. Modern transportation networks built under CPEC will link seaports in Gwadar and Karachi with northern Pakistan, as well as points further north in western China and Central Asia. The Karachi–Peshawar main railway line will also

S.M. STANDARD SCHOOL 11 S.M. STANDARD SCHOOL be upgraded to allow for train travel at up to 160 km per hour by December 2019. Pakistan's railway network will also be extended to eventually connect to China's Southern Xinjiang Railway in Kashgar. The estimated $11 billion required to modernise transportation networks will be financed by subsidized concessionary loans. Over $33 billion worth of energy infrastructure are to be constructed by private consortia to help alleviate Pakistan's chronic energy shortages. Over 10,400 MW of energy generating capacity is to be brought online by the end of 2018, with the majority developed as part of CPEC's fast-tracked "Early Harvest" projects. A network of pipelines to transport liquefied natural gas and oil will also be laid as part of the project, including a $2.5 billion pipeline between Gwadar and Nawabshah to eventually transport gas from Iran. Electricity from these projects will primarily be generated from fossil fuels, though hydroelectric and wind- power projects are also included, as is the construction of one of the world's largest solar farms. CPEC's potential impact on Pakistan has been likened to that of the Marshall Plan undertaken by the United States in post-war Europe. Pakistani officials predict that CPEC will result in the creation of upwards of 2.3 million jobs between 2015–2030, and add 2 to 2.5 percentage points to the country's annual economic growth. Were the initial $46 billion worth of projects to be implemented, the value of those projects would be roughly equivalent to all foreign direct investment in Pakistan since 1970, and would be equal to 17% of Pakistan's 2015 gross domestic product. CPEC is seen as the main plank of Chinese President Xi Jinping's Belt and Road Initiative. China Pakistan Economic Corridor Benefits Essay CPEC: China Pakistan Economic Corridor is the collection of many economic ties between two eternal friendly countries Pakistan and China aiming to enhance bilateral economic activities between the two countries. China Pakistan Economic Corridor is a vision oriented project. The vision behind this project is to improve the life standard of Pakistani and Chinese people. The governments of both the countries will work to promote bilateral relations, agriculture system and to alleviate poverty. Critics, analyzers and world media is calling CPEC as a game or fate changer corridor. No doubts that economic corridor will open new horizons for progress and developments in the both countries. It has myriads of benefits. This economic corridor will attract the foreign investors who will invest money in many different projects in Pakistan. It will be positive sign of development process. The other major benefit of this economic corridor is that it will produce job opportunities for the people of Pakistan. It is surmised that it will create some 700,000 innovative and dynamic jobs promising prosperity and decrease in unemployment in Pakistan. This will become a major route of trade not only between Pakistan and China but far off Middle East and African countries. It will increase tourism in Pakistan especially in Gilgit- Baltstan. World Bank has also pledged to sponsor tourism in Pakistan. If it so, it will be highly rewarding activity for the local people. One of the biggest and the foremost benefit of CPEC is about the development and betterment of trade between China and Pakistan. They will trade for oil and petroleum products as well as the pipeline will perform the transportations of gases especially Sui Gas from North Pakistan to Western China. This will be the world’s longest and the first ever roads transportation trading after shipping and by air import exportations. This trading will be pure and the contract will be signed afterwards the project is completed. According to a

S.M. STANDARD SCHOOL 12 S.M. STANDARD SCHOOL general overviews the investments from China will increase the Pakistan’s $274 billion GDP by over 15% that will be highest profit earning trading perceptions. Moreover this would be the world’s first ever longest trading corridor for the import and exportations of oil and petroleum products. Similarly there are lot of benefits of China Pakistan economic corridor which are up to the mark such as it will increase the satiability and prosperity, the political reviews towards Pakistan from other countries will also become positive, and when the investments will be made and the trading will boost the revenue which will be used to complete the under working projects about to finish the load shadings and other basic issues facing by the general public of Pakistan.

Write an essay on Corruption Every one who sees the light of this glittering world never like to see the corruption in the society of human beings.

Since the world came into being on the surface of the earth have been putting all out of efforts to eradicate the corruption from the world. The everlasting God bestowed men to do good for the welfare and progress this glittering world peacefully.

Corruption really bad things which never allow peaceful, pious and noble men to do good things for the welfare and progress of ear rings on the surface of the earth to please the everlasting God for good. If we see the light of this universe, every one have desire to do good things for self benefit and the benefit for those who intends prosperity and pleasure for the ear tire humanities only achieve goodness in this glittering world. There is really curse of the compassionate God on corruption. Where the sense of corruption will strain at every nerve to make the infinite God’s Eden like heaven. We believe firmly that there is perdition of the everlasting God on corruption. It is rightly said that man came in this world for short period. Life is very costly which every one get once in life not twice.

Corruption is really art of devil who never likes good things flourish on the surface of earth.

In Europe most countries have verdict to keep far from corruption with a view to do good thing only to please God.

Most countries of the glittering world have improved giving crush defeat the tenure of corruption badly to make the cities of the world Eden saying good bye corruption for good. America, U.K, Egypt, Denmark and other most countries are making progress having fought against corruption.

In conclusion of this essay once again press you all and think. That human beings get precious life once in this world. We must do good with peace and happiness for life.

May Allah the humbler of the proud bless us with His special blessing to give the crush defeat the corruption for good.

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LETTERS Failure of Electricity The Examination Hall, Karachi. 24th March, 2018. To, The Editor, The Daily Dawn, Karachi. Respected Sir, I want to draw the attention of the authorities concerned through your newspaper to the following problem. Power failure has become a common thing in our locality. We have a lot of troubles due to intense heat. Studies of students also suffer very much. I shall be very thankful to you if you publish this letter in the columns of your newspaper. I do hope that the authorities concerned will kindly take some prompt steps and remove the distress of the public. Yours sincerely, X.Y.Z. (ii) About the shortage of water supply in your area. There is no proper arrangement of water supply in our locality. The pressure of water is very low and sometimes it takes hours to fill a cane because the water trickles. We have been facing this problem for a long time in spite of paying full water taxes. (iii) About the insanitary conditions of your area. The sweeper of my area is very careless. He doesn’t come regularly. Some of the drains over flow and there is danger of malaria, typhoid and other diseases. (iv) A letter to the editor of a newspaper complaining against reckless driving. The drivers of Karachi are very careless. They are fond of over-taking and high speed. The buses of Karachi are always over-loaded and two or three passengers often hang on the foot-board. The result is that the accidents are quite common in Karachi. To visit a factory The Examination Hall, Karachi. 24th March, 2018. To, The factory manager, A.B.C……….. factory, Karachi. Respected Sir, I want to bring to your kind notice that our class wants to visit your factory, because we are studying about ………… factories in Karachi. We are twenty students in all. I shall be very thankful to you if you take immediate action. I do hope that you will pay a full attention to my case at your earliest. Thanking you, Yours sincerely, X.Y.Z

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TEA PARTY The Examination Hall, Karachi. 24th March, 2018. My dear friend, Many thanks for your kind letter. I was so much pleased to read it that I can not express my feelings in words. I am very happy to write you that I have passed my S.S.C. examination in first division. So, I have arranged a tea party on next Sunday at 4 p.m. Please attend the party. I hope that you will send me an early reply. Please convey my compliments to your parents and love to dear Jan Nisar and Ilza.

With best wishes, Yours sincerely, X.Y.Z To lend you camera etc. The Examination Hall, Karachi. 24th March, 2018. My dear friend, Many thanks for your kind letter. I was so much pleased to read it that I can not express my feelings in words. I am very happy to write you that I am going to Murree next month with my elder brother. You know that Murree is famous for natural scenery. So, I need your ………. which I will carry with me for enjoyment. Please send me as soon as possible. I hope that you will send me an early reply. Please convey my compliments to your parents and love to dear Jan Nisar and Ilza.

With best wishes, Yours sincerely, X.Y.Z Telling your friend about your ambition in life The Examination Hall, Karachi. 24th March, 2018. My dear friend, Many thanks for your kind letter. I was so much pleased to read it that I can not express my feelings in words. As you know that I have passed my examinations with good marks and I am too much interested in study. So, I will continue my studies until I am successful in making myself a doctor. Through this I can help the suffering people of my country. Pray to God for my success in my aim. I hope that you will send me an early reply. Please convey my compliments to your parents and love to dear Jan Nisar and Ilza. With best wishes,

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Asking your friend about his/her aim in life The Examination Hall, Karachi. 24th March, 2018. My dear friend, Many thanks for your kind letter. I was so much pleased to read it that I can not express my feelings in words. I am sure that you will pass your examination in good marks. I don’t know what is your plane for the future. I also sure that whatever decision you will take will be a good decision. I hope that you will send me an early reply. Please convey my compliments to your parents and love to dear Jan Nisar and Ilza.

With best wishes, Yours sincerely, X.Y.Z Inviting your friend to spend summer vacations with you The Examination Hall, Karachi. 24th March, 2018. My dear friend, I am getting well here and hope the same for you. Will you come and spend and the summer holidays with me? Some more relatives and friends are also expected. I shall be pleased if you bring your younger brother along with you. I hope that you will send me an early reply. Please convey my compliments to your parents and love to dear Jan Nisar and Ilza.

With best wishes, Yours sincerely, X.Y.Z Congratulating your friend on his/her success The Examination Hall, Karachi. 24th March, 2018. My dear friend, My heart is really brimming with delight to congratulate you on your brilliant success in the S.S.C.Examination. This is a credit that you have achieved “A-1” grade which is not a bed of roses. I hope that you will send me an early reply. Please convey my compliments to your parents and love to dear Jan Nisar and Ilza.

With best wishes, Yours sincerely, X.Y.Z

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Inviting your friend on birthday party The Examination Hall, Karachi. 24th March, 2018. My dear friend, I am quite well here and hope the same for you. I have a great pleasure to inform you that I am going to celebrate my birthday on Monday. It will be a colourful programme. I am inviting all my relatives and friends. Please come and join the party. I hope that you will send me an early reply. Please convey my compliments to your parents and love to dear Jan Nisar and Ilza. With best wishes, Yours sincerely, X.Y.Z A letter to your younger brother The Examination Hall, Karachi. 24th March, 2018. My dear brother, I received your letter some days back. I have come to know that you failed in the last monthly tests. You have proved lazy and careless in your studies. Being an elder brother it is my duty to advise and warn you not to waste your precious time. Get out of your bad friends as quickly as possible. Be serious and work hard. With best wishes, Yours sincerely, X.Y.Z A letter to your uncle The Examination Hall, Karachi. 24th March, 2018. My dear uncle, I received your letter and the gift just a day before my birthday. The gift you sent is very beautiful and elegant. I was so much happy to receive it. I hope that you will send me an early reply. Please convey my compliments to aunt and love to dear Chunnu and Munnu. With best wishes, Yours sincerely, X.Y.Z

S.M. STANDARD SCHOOL 17 S.M. STANDARD SCHOOL APPLICATIONS Application to issue a sports, character certificate To, The Headmaster, A.B.C. School, Karachi. Respected Sir, Most respectfully, I beg to state that, I was a student of your school and passed the S.S.C. Examinations last year. You know well that I was a student of good character, sportsman and debator. I, therefore, request you to kindly issue me a ------Certificate. For this I shell ever remain grateful. Dated:------/ 04/2018. Yours obediently, X .Y .Z. Class 9th

Application for fee concession To, The Headmaster, A.B.C. School, Karachi. Respected Sir, Most respectfully, I beg to state that, my father is an office clerk getting only Rs.4000 per month. He has to support a large family. We are eight brothers and sisters all studying at school. It is therefore, difficult for me to pay my fee. So, I request you to grant me a half free-ship. Thanking you, Dated:------/ 04/2018. Yours obediently, X .Y .Z. Class 9th Permission for picnic To, The Headmaster, A.B.C. School, Karachi. Respected Sir, Most respectfully, we the students of class ------have arranged a programme to enjoy a picnic at Paradise Point next Friday. Our parents have given permission in written. Please make the necessary arrangements for our picnic. For this we shall ever remain grateful to you. Thanking you, Dated:------/ 04/2018. Yours obediently, X .Y .Z. Class 9th

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Permission for Visit To, The Headmaster, A.B.C. School, Karachi. Respected Sir, Most respectfully, we the students of class ------have arranged a programme to visit ------next Friday. Our parents have given permission in written. Please make the necessary arrangements for our visit. For this we shall ever remain grateful to you. Thanking you, Dated:------/ 04/2018. Yours obediently, X .Y .Z. Class 9th Application to issue you a school leaving certificate To, The Headmaster, A.B.C. School, Karachi. Respected Sir, Most respectfully, I beg to say that my father has been transferred to Hyderabad. He wishes to take us all there. I cannot stay here alone. We are to leave for Hyderabad tomorrow. Kindly issue me a school leaving certificate. I shall be very thankful to you for this kindness. Thanking you, Dated:------/ 04/2018. Yours obediently, X .Y .Z. Class 9th

APPLICATION TO ATTEND THE MARRIAGE OF YOUR ELDER BROTHER To, The Headmaster, A.B.C. School, Karachi. Respected Sir, I beg to say that, the marriage of my elder brother will take place next week. I will have to do much work. Please, grant me leave for four days. Thanking you, Dated:------/ 04/2018. Yours obediently, X .Y .Z. Class 9th