Islamabad, Nov 9: Pakistan Railways Launches Special Trains for Sikh Pilgrims Ahead of Religious Festivities. Pakistan Railways has proclaimed the launch of two special trains to assist the Sikh community in their annual pilgrimage. The first special train is scheduled to leave Karachi on November 12 at 10:30 p.m., with a shuttle from Larkana joining at midnight to connect at Rohri station.The second special train is set to depart from Nankana Sahib on November 16 at 4 PM, with a return shuttle from Rohri to Larkana to accommodate the pilgrims’ needs. These services provide accessible travel for Sikh pilgrims attending…
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Islamabad, Nov 9: Motorway Police Issues Urgent Smog Alert for Commuters as Air Quality Worsens. A travel warning was issued by motorway authorities on Saturday, advising drivers to take extra precautions due to dangerous conditions, with a recommendation for citizens to delay non-essential travel until further notice as the fog and smog situation evolves. The motorway police spokesperson, speaking to a private news channel, encouraged citizens to check traffic updates prior to starting their journeys and to follow official social media accounts for real-time information. They also mentioned that emergency services are on high alert and collaborating closely with law…
Islamabad, Nov 9: FAO Supports Sustainable Farming Initiatives to Boost Food Security in Pakistan, Says Country Representative. As Pakistan grapples with increasing food security challenges, the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) is enhancing its support for local governments through initiatives that concentrate on sustainable agriculture. In an exclusive interview with APP, FAO Country Representative Florence Rolle explained that through diverse programs, the FAO seeks to enhance productivity, improve nutrition, and create resilient food systems that provide Pakistanis with not only enough calories but also healthier food options. The strategy of the FAO for assisting Pakistan revolves…
Islamabad, Nov 9: Pakistan Teachers Forum Hosts Annual Event ‘Empowering Educators, Shaping the Future’ to Strengthen Education Sector. The Pakistan Teachers Forum (PTF) organized its yearly gathering on Friday evening, centered around the theme “Empowering Educators, Shaping the Future,” emphasizing the vital importance of teachers in influencing the future of Pakistan. The event was attended by the Chief Guest, Federal Secretary of Education, Muhammad Mohyuddin Ahmad Wani, and Special Guest, Chairperson of the Private Educational Institutions Regulatory Authority (PIERA), Dr. Zia Batool. In his speech, Federal Secretary Muhammad Mohyuddin Ahmad Wani stressed the significance of a collaborative effort, calling for…
Islamabad, Nov 9: PM Reaffirms Government’s Strong Support for State Media to Strengthen National Narrative. Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif reaffirmed the government’s dedication to bolstering the state media system on Saturday, highlighting its vital role in fostering national cohesion and informing citizens about significant government efforts. A group of probationary officers from the 51st Common Training Programme of the Information Service of Pakistan, who had just finished their specialized training and were getting ready to assume their respective roles, met with the prime minister at his office. The prime minister warmly greeted the officers, recognizing the essential function that…
Islamabad, Nov 9: 137,000 Laptops Distributed to Empower Youth in Sindh and Balochistan for Digital Advancement. Since 2013, over 137,500 laptops have been provided to young people in Sindh and Balochistan through the Prime Minister’s Youth Laptop Scheme (PMYLS), enhancing skills development, education, digital access, and youth empowerment in these areas. According to official sources, 107,034 laptops have been distributed in Sindh, while Balochistan received 30,513 laptops since the program began. For the year 2023-24, it was reported that 16,939 laptops were awarded to university students throughout Sindh based on merit under the scheme. He also detailed the distribution in…
Islamabad, Nov 9: The All Sindh Sarafa Jewellers Association indicated that the price of 24 karat gold per tola stayed steady at Rs. 284,500.000 on Saturday. Similarly, the prices for 10 grams of 24 karat gold and 10 grams of 22 karat gold also held firm at Rs.239,026 and Rs.219,107 respectively. Gold Rate 24K Gold 22K Gold 21K Gold 18K Gold Per Tola Gold 284,500.000 260,791.667 248,937.500 213,375.000 Per 10 Gram Gold 243,920.000 223,593.333 213,430.000 182,940.000 Per 1 Gram Gold 24,392.000 22,359.333 21,343.000 18,294.000 Per Ounce 691,335.000 633,723.750 604,918.125 518,501.250 In addition, the costs of silver per tola and for…
Islamabad, Nov 9: 1-Year Sukuk Cut-Off Yields Halve in Six Months as Interest Rates Decline. The cut-off yields on 1-year Sukuk have reduced by almost 50% within just six months, falling below 11 percent. In approximately six months, the cut-off yield for 1-year Sukuk has decreased from over 20 percent to 10.99 percent. As reported by Toploiine Securities, this decline is attributed to dropping interest rates, which are a result of subsiding inflation. On Monday, the State Bank of Pakistan lowered the interest rate by 250 basis points to 15 percent, effective from November 4, 2024.Overall, the central bank has…
Islamabad, Nov 9: Pakistan vs Afghanistan Baseball Match Live Streaming: How to Watch the Action Online. Pakistan’s baseball team is set to encounter its final group stage battle in the current Baseball United Arab Classic tournament 2024 against Afghanistan. The Pakistani team will enter the field still unbeaten in the tournament after achieving commanding victories in all three matches. They lead Group A with a flawless 3-0 record following two days of competition, having defeated Bangladesh in their opening game, then overcoming the UAE in their second match on the first day, and finally triumphing over their long-time rivals India…
Islamabad, Nov 9: China Shares Carbon Finance Expertise to Strengthen South-South Cooperation on Climate Action. China’s expertise and resources in financing and investing for climate change were shared with 21 officials and professionals from 13 countries, including Pakistan, Indonesia, Brazil, Laos, Cambodia, and Honduras, during the Belt and Road Capacity-building Seminar on Financing Mechanisms and Carbon Finance. This seminar, organized by the Department of Climate Change within the Chinese Ministry of Ecology and Environment, recently concluded in Guangzhou, as reported by China Economic Net (CEN) on Saturday. “Under the framework of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change and…
