Islamabad, Aug 6: COVID-19 infections are surging worldwide including at the Paris Olympics and are unlikely to decline anytime soon, the World Health Organization (WHO) warned Tuesday.The UN health agency is also concerned that more severe variants of the coronavirus may soon be on the horizon. “COVID-19 is still very much with us,” and circulating in all countries, Dr. Maria Van Kerkhove of WHO, told journalists in Geneva.“Data from our sentinel-based surveillance system across 84 countries reports that the percent of positive tests for SARS-CoV-2 has been rising over several weeks,” she said. “Overall, test positivity is above 10 per…
Author: Iqra Khan
Islamabad, Aug 6: A series of production problems that impacted automakers’ sales and earnings were caused by low inventories, a disrupted supply chain, and a shortage of parts and components. And once more, the issue is interfering with the production schedule. Another manufacturing stoppage has been declared by Toyota Indus Motors Company, with operations set to resume on August 6, 2024, and end on August 8, 2024 (inclusive). Prior to this, the business shut down its manufacturing facility from July 5, 2024, to July 22, 2024. The local automaker notified Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) that there are severe shortages of…
Islamabad, Aug 6: Mobilink Bank, which is committed to encouraging environmental change, has announced the introduction of E-Bike loans. A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed by this initiative, which aims to provide people with accessible and environmentally friendly transportation options, and PakZon Electric Motors (Pvt) Ltd., the top producer of electric bikes in Pakistan. All of the Bank’s customers will receive special benefits through this offer, which include a one-year battery warranty for two-, three-, and four-wheelers, three free checks at PakZon 3S shops, and a 6% discount on E-bikes bought through PakZon dealerships. These perks are meant to…
Islamabad, Aug 6: First Information Reports (FIRs) were filed on Monday by the Rawalpindi Development Authority (RDA) against representatives of two unlawful housing plans on GT Road in Gujar Khan.Team members from Mega City/Iqbal City and New Metro City were the targets of formal complaints for their unauthorized advertising through Ms. GK Mega City Developers and Ms. BSM Developers, respectively. Legal action is being taken against illegal ads and marketing of unlicensed housing developments, according to a representative for the RDA. The owners of these schemes are served notices to stop advertising before filing formal complaints, but they don’t follow…
Islamabad, Aug 6: Five-member delegation of University of Agriculture Faisalabad (UAF) visited the Washington State University (WSU) in order to further strengthen collaborations between the two universities. UAF spokesman said here on Tuesday that the delegation comprised of Chairman Plant Breeding & Genetics Prof Dr. Azeem Iqbal Khan, Director-Planning & Development Irfan Abbas, Associate Professor of Department of Plant Breeding & Genetics Dr. Rizwana Maqbool, Research Officer Dr. Ahmad Waqas and Arif Rehman, the Chief Food and Agriculture Section, Ministry of Planning, Development and Special Initiatives. During the wrap-up meeting with WSU International Office, UAF Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Iqrar…
Islamabad, Aug 6: A high-level delegation from Huawei Pakistan met with Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives Professor Ahsan Iqbal on Tuesday to discuss the company’s latest digitization initiatives in the country. The delegation comprised the company’s CEO Ethan Sun, Director Subsidiary Board and Deputy CEO Ahmed Bilal Masood and Vice CEO Yushaoning, a news release said.During the meeting, the delegation provided updates on their progress in implementing various projects, including the development of Islamabad as a model smart city, as proposed by the Minister in a previous meeting. The emphasis was on the importance of digital infrastructure in driving…
Islamabad, Aug 6: The Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ICCI) on Tuesday organized a dialogue on climate regulations by the European Union (EU) and their Impact on exports to highlight the issues and challenges faced by local exporters. The discussion focused on the EU’s stringent new trade regulations, which are part of the European Green Deal, a comprehensive policy initiative aimed at making Europe the first climate-neutral continent by 2050, said a press release issued here today. The dialogue underscored the urgency of adapting to the EU’s new trade regulations and highlighted the critical role of awareness and collaboration between…
Islamabad, Aug 6: Minister for National Food Security and Research Rana Tanveer Hussain on Tuesday urged the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations to provide guidance on minimizing the impact of climate change on the local agriculture sector and its development. During a meeting with FAO’s Country Representative in Pakistan, Florence Rolle, the minister emphasized that continued innovation in the agriculture sector is essential for enhancing agricultural output and achieving sustainable economic development in the country. The FAO’s Country Representative also met with the Federal Minister to discuss agricultural sector development, ongoing projects, and future collaborations aimed…
Islamabad, Aug 6: The Higher Education Commission (HEC) is being investigated for alleged mismanagement, ineptitude, or poor policies after 97 scholarship recipients went missing. For their studies, these students have visited Australia, Canada, the USA, the UK, and Europe.These students have either vanished or defaulted under the pretense of several overseas scholarship schemes, resulting in a loss of Rs 1.5575 billion in funds. In particular, 97 students who were awarded scholarships and sent abroad have disappeared. Seventy students who were sent to Europe, the USA, the UK, Canada, Australia, and other countries as part of the Overseas Scholarship Phase II…
Islamabad, Aug 6: Lt. Gen. (R) Moazzam Ejaz, HI (M), has been named by the government to be the new National Technology Council (NTC) Chairperson. The appointment was made by the HEC Chairman in his role as the Council’s Controlling Authority, and it will take effect on July 29, 2024. Rector of the National University of Technology (NUTECH) in Islamabad, Lt. Gen. Moazzam Ejaz, will assume the role for a period of four years. His nomination is in accordance with Council Bylaw No. 3, which has been accepted. According to HEC’s official notice “In accordance with Clause 3 of the…
