Islamabad, Aug 12: Chinese and Pakistani businesses have collaborated to produce an electric motorcycle with interchangeable batteries, marking a significant advancement towards environmentally sustainable transportation. Keep in mind that several companies have previously introduced electric bikes with interchangeable batteries. A comparable project is Ezbike. As per a report published by Gwadar Pro, this collaboration is expected to augment the electric vehicle (EV) industry in both nations. Business consultant Hammad Khalid has revealed an exciting new partnership between China’s EGO New Green Energy Technology Limited and Pakistan’s Super Asia Motors Pvt Ltd. The alliance wants to introduce a state-of-the-art electric motorcycle…
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Islamabad, Aug 11: :Chairman Nazaria-i-Pakistan Council (NPC), Mian Mohammad Javed Sunday highlighted the need to educate the younger generation about the sacrifices rendered by our forefathers and national heroes for acquiring a separate homeland. He said, “Transferring the legacy of our forefathers to the younger generation is our national responsibility.”“I belong to the generation who has witnessed the creation of Pakistan, enthusiasm and countless sacrifices of lives, property and honour for the sake of the country. Women and children were even part of this struggle who fearlessly used to raise the slogans“Ley Key Rahain Gey Pakistan” and “Ban Key Rahey…
Islamabad, Aug 11: A team of social scientists from COMSATS University Islamabad has been selected as one of nine new teams to receive a competitive research grant from “The Degrees Initiative” that would support scientists in developing countries and emerging economies as they explore the socio-political implications of solar radiation modification (SRM). The SRM, also known as solar geoengineering or climate intervention, is a controversial proposal aimed at mitigating some of the risks of global warming that involves techniques like spraying tiny particles into the upper atmosphere to reflect sunlight into space, potentially reducing the impacts of climate change, a news release…
Islamabad, Aug 11: Once considered an environmental issue, climate change has now become a critical security threat as over half of the global economy grows increasingly reliant on natural resources. This shift is reshaping geopolitical dynamics and prompting nations to revise their sustainability strategies. The UNFCCC defines climate change as “a change in climate attributed directly or indirectly to human activity that alters the composition of the global atmosphere, in addition to natural climate variability.” Sudden climate changes can lead to catastrophic events that threaten human survival, increasing vulnerability to non-traditional security threats like resource scarcity and flash floods. Resource…
Islamabad, Aug 11: The National Minorities Day was observed on Sunday with the aim to highlight their religious and socio-economic rights.The declaration to mark National Minorities Day was adopted as part of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights to help and secure those belonging to religious, linguistic, national or ethnic minority groups. The purpose of observing the Day was to highlight the message of Father of the Nation Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah, who had pronounced equal rights to all citizens of Pakistan.In his message on the occasion of National Minority Rights Day today, the Federal Minister for Human Rights said…
Islamabad, Aug 11: During the course of the last ten years, foreign investors’ holdings in firms that are listed on the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) have drastically decreased, hitting an all-time low of 3.7% ($491 million) of the total value of publicly traded shares in the fiscal year that ends on June 30, 2024. Arif Habib Limited’s research titled “Market Strategy: Unveiling the Flow – Liquidity Dynamics at PSX” states that in FY17, foreign ownership accounted for 28.7%, or $2.97 billion, of the market capitalization that was free float. Strategic investments in both public and unlisted Pakistani companies regardless of…
Islamabad, Aug 11: Federal Minister for Commerce Jam Kamal Khan on Sunday said that the arrival of 800 companies from 70 countries to Pakistan would boost the country’s reflection in the international markets.The minister said that things were rapidly improving and especially the arrival of 800 companies from more than 70 countries to Pakistan was encouraging and good omen, said a press release issued here. Federal Minister for Board of Investment, Privatization and Communications Abdul Aleem Khan and Federal Minister of Commerce Jam Kamal Khan while addressing the 9th Footwear Manufacturers Association Show, said the present government intends to increase…
Islamabad, Aug 11: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Sunday commended the excellent role of minorities in the national progress and prosperity and reiterated government’s resolve to protect their rights. In a message on the Minorities’ Day, the prime minister felicitated them on the observance of the day and said that they were committed to welfare of the minorities and on this day, pledged the resolve to strive further in this regard. He said the government of Pakistan was taking practical steps for the welfare of the minorities. The allocation of special seats, besides employment opportunities on merit for the…
Islamabad, Aug 11: The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) on Saturday categorically denied rumors circulating on social media that it plans to tax the prize money won by Pakistan’s Olympic gold medalist, Arshad Nadeem. It is clarified that Arshad Nadeem is our National Hero who has not only elevated Pakistan’s image in the whole world but has made the whole Pakistani nation overjoyed by winning a Gold Medal after 40 years in the olympics, said a FBR news release. FBR also clarified that there is no withholding tax on his prizes and the government and FBR are determined to make…
Islamabad, Aug 11: Chairman CDA and Chief Commissioner Islamabad, Muhammad Ali Randhawa, visited F-9 Park on Saturday to review preparations for the upcoming Independence Day celebrations, dubbed AzadiFest. The event promises to be an extravagant display of patriotism, entertainment, and community engagement.Various programs have been arranged in F-9 Park, including a musical concert, fireworks, and Islamabad’s first-ever drone show. A tree planting area will also be designated, allowing families, youth, and children to participate in the festivities.Chairman CDA Muhammad Ali Randhawa emphasized the importance of inclusivity, ensuring that the celebrations cater to all segments of society. He also stressed the need…
