Islamabad, Nov 11: PM to Address Arab-Islamic Summit Today, Urging Gaza Ceasefire and End to Genocide. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is prepared to speak at the second Joint Arab-Islamic Summit taking place today, which was called to address the situation resulting from the increasing violence in Palestinian and Lebanese territories, particularly in light of the harsh Israeli attacks. Accompanied by members of his cabinet, the prime minister arrived on Sunday night to participate in the meeting, where he will express Pakistan’s stance on Israel’s brutality in Gaza, Palestine, and surrounding areas. This Summit follows a preparatory session held by the…
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Islamabad, Nov 11: Eight Pakistani Players Chosen for Lanka T10 League, A New Chapter for Pakistan in Short-Format Cricket. The player draft for the upcoming Lanka T10 League has been completed, and eight players from Pakistan have been selected. Pakistan will be represented in the six-team competition by Azam Khan, Asif Ali, Aamer Jamal, Iftikhar Ahmed, Mohammad Amir, Imad Wasim, Saim Ayub, and Shahnawaz Dahani across four different franchises. The tournament is set to start on December 12th and will follow a round-robin structure. Pakistani players signed for the Lanka T10 Super League: Team Players Colombo Jaguars Azam Khan, Asif…
Islamabad, Nov 11: Government Considers Phasing Out Basic Pay Scale for Contract-Based Hiring, Major Shift in Employment Structure. The federal government is considering significant reforms within the public sector, focusing on gradually eliminating Basic Pay Scales (BPS) for non-gazetted employees and transitioning to contract-based employment. In line with these reforms, federal healthcare facilities might be transformed into semi-commercial entities through public-private partnerships (PPP) to promote medical tourism, according to Dawn’s report. This new approach could turn hospitals like the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS) and Polyclinic into centers that generate revenue. Officials project that health facilities in Islamabad alone…
Islamabad, Nov 11: TSMC Suspends Chip Supply to Chinese Companies Amid Huawei Controversy, Impact on Tech Supply Chain Intensifies. The U.S. Department of Commerce has instructed TSMC to halt the supply of advanced chips to Chinese clients. This directive comes after a TSMC chip was found within a Huawei processor, which has been restricted for years. Authorities are looking into whether third-party companies are supplying prohibited chips to Huawei, which has been subject to ongoing U.S. trade limitations. For many years, the U.S. government has prohibited Huawei from directly acquiring advanced chips from TSMC. However, recent discoveries indicate that a…
Islamabad, Nov 11: SIFC Proposes High-Rise Buildings to Replace Government Housing in Islamabad, A Vision for Urban Transformation. The Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC) aims to replace the existing single-storey government residences in Islamabad with high-rise structures to generate significant revenue. They have identified specific areas like sectors F-6, G-6, and G-7, where extensive state-owned land is currently occupied by single-storey homes allotted to federal secretaries and other officials, according to a report by Dawn. A recent analysis conducted by the Pakistan Institute of Development Economics (PIDE) found that in the G-6/1 sub-sector, 86 acres are being underutilized for government…
Islamabad, Nov 11: Grok AI Chatbot on X Set to Become Free for All Users, New Access Opportunity Unveiled. The social networking platform X, previously known as Twitter, might be making its Grok chatbot available for free to all users. Grok AI is essentially a competitor to ChatGPT on X, developed by Elon Musk’s AI enterprise, xAI. Until recently, it was available only to premium subscribers who paid for the service. Over the weekend, enthusiastic users and diligent app researchers started to notice indications that a free version of Grok is becoming available in select areas, representing a notable increase…
Islamabad, Nov 11: MDCAT Retake Date Announced, Key Details for Aspiring Medical Students. The Institute of Business Administration (IBA) Sukkur has advised the Sindh Health Department to schedule the Medical & Dental College Admission Test (MDCAT) for December 1. Preparations for the examination are in progress, with specialists hired to create a question database. The health department, through the provincial advocate general, has presented a report to the Sindh High Court detailing its agreement with IBA Sukkur and the revised deadline for the test. The Pakistan Medical & Dental Council (PMDC) has appointed Imdad Khushak, its Controller of Examinations, as…
Islamabad, Nov 9: Pakistan Showcases Rich Cultural Heritage at Lok Mela 2024, Highlights Director. The Director of the Pakistan National Museum and Focal Person, Anwaar ul Haq, announced on Saturday that this year’s Lok Mela features over 500 talented artisans from various regions of Pakistan, showcasing their remarkable craftsmanship and preserving the nation’s traditional arts and crafts. In an exclusive interview with Radio Pakistan, the Director shared that the annual Mela has gained an international aspect, with numerous diplomatic missions taking part in the International Culture Pavilion. The food and cultural dances from different provinces at Lok Mela 2024 are…
Islamabad, Nov 9: Pakistan Unveils ‘Climaventures’ Initiative with $50 Million Investment to Drive Climate Innovation. Pakistan made a notable advancement in climate resilience and innovation with the introduction of Climaventures, a groundbreaking initiative spearheaded by the National Rural Support Programme (NRSP). Launched in Islamabad, this innovative $50 million Investment project aims to draw private investment into climate initiatives, representing the first of its nature in Pakistan. The event attracted a varied audience, including government representatives, international dignitaries, and prominent members from organizations such as the Asian Development Bank (ADB), the International Finance Corporation (IFC), and the World Bank. Collaborating with…
Islamabad, Nov 9: Government Sets New Lost Passport Fee Structure, Charges Up to Rs. 356,000 for Reissuance. The Pakistani federal government has unveiled a new Lost Passport Fee schedule, with individuals facing charges of up to Rs. 356,000 for misplacing their travel documents. For a 5-year, 36-page e-passport, the standard fee is established at Rs. 3,000, while the expedited fee is priced at Rs. 15,000.Regarding the 75-page e-passport with a ten-year validity, the regular fee stands at Rs. 15,500, and the urgent fee amounts to Rs. 27,000. In the case of Machine-Readable Passports (MRPs), a 36-page passport valid for five…
