ISLAMABAD, JULY20: Strong monsoon currents are predicted to move from the Arabian Sea and Bay of Bengal into the upper regions beginning on July 22, according to the Met Office. The following will be brought about by this weather system: Kashmir: From the evening of July 21 to July 27, with sporadic breaks, rain and thunderstorms, including some heavy showers, are predicted in the Kashmir area (Neelum Valley, Muzaffarabad, Rawalakot, Poonch, Hattian, Bagh, Haveli, Sudhanoti, Kotli, Bhimber, and Mirpur). Punjab/Islamabad: From July 22 to July 25, with sporadic breaks, rain and thunderstorms with the possibility of heavy showers are predicted…
Author: Iqra Khan
ISLAMABAD, JULY20: Alliance of Recognized Chambers of South Punjab (ARCSP) has urged the government to bring the markup rate at 12 percent and reevaluation of Independent Power Producers (IPPs) for fixing capacity charges keeping in view the actual value of the assets. Addressing a crowded news conference at Multan Chamber of Commerce and Industry (MCCI) here Saturday, President MCCI, Main Rashid Iqbal stated that the mark up rate was 20.5 percent and the inflation rate was 11 percent in the country whereas it was fixed by inflation rate plus one percent across the world. He appealed to the govt to reduce it to 12…
ISLAMABAD, JULY20: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif stated on Saturday that relocating Chinese enterprises to Pakistan will boost exports, generate new job opportunities, and strengthen the country’s economy. Today, he was presiding over a conference in Islamabad to assess the status of the agreements he struck while in China. The event occurred a few weeks after Prime Minister Shehbaz declared that encouraging investment in Pakistan was his government’s top goal and approved a joint venture agreement between Chinese and Pakistani enterprises about the transfer of Chinese industries to Pakistan. The premier instructed that there will be no delays in putting the…
ISLAMABAD, JULY20: The Federal Ministry of Education has made public plans to convert Islamabad’s elementary schools to solar power.Within the next two months, solar power systems will be installed in every elementary school in the capital, a ministry official stated. According to the spokeswoman, the school solar power project is anticipated to be completed by year’s end. The initiative’s goal is to advance economical and environmentally friendly energy options.In addition to lowering electricity costs, the initiative will provide schools with a sustainable and clean energy source. To accomplish these aims, solar panels will be mounted on the roofs of specific…
ISLAMABAD, JULY20: Provincial Education Minister Rana Sikandar Hayat Saturday said that in a bid to revolutionize the education sector, the Punjab government has been announced its commitment to introduce the latest technology in schools to cover subjects ranging from basic literacy and numeracy to advanced IT skills. Talking to a private news channel, Hayat emphasized that this initiative is a crucial step towards preparing Punjab’s youth for the challenges of the 21st century, adding, we are committed to providing our students with the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in an increasingly digital world. The government plans to roll…
ISLAMABAD, JULY20: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Saturday directed the project team of Islamabad Technology Park and the Information Technology Ministry to complete the project within current calendar year instead of the scheduled completion date of June 2025. The prime minister, during his visit to the under-construction site of the country’s largest Islamabad Technology Park, said that the project was launched in 2022 during the coalition government of Pakistan Democratic Movement (PDM) and the contract was awarded to a South Korean company. He said the project was being completed at a cost of Rs 25 billion out of which $70…
ISLAMABAD, JULY20: Seed Cotton (Phutti) equivalent to over four lac (4,42,041) bales have reached ginning factories across Pakistan till July 15, 2024. According to a fortnightly report of Pakistan Cotton Ginners Association (PCGA) issued to media on Saturday, Punjab ginning factories recorded cotton arrival figures of 1,14,375 bales while arrivals to ginneries in Sindh recorded at 3,27,666 bales including 2,63,282 reaching ginneries in Sanghar district alone. Arrivals in Baluchistan were recorded at 11200 bales. Out of the total arrivals, seed cotton converted into bales was recorded at 3,95,695 bales.Exporters/traders didn’t bought cotton bales while textile sector bought total 3,74,889…
ISLAMABAD, JULY20: Pakistan stands for boosting cooperation between the U.N. and regional and sub-regional organizations in maintaining world peace and security, a top Pakistani diplomat has said, while also stressing that no state should be allowed to dominate regional organizations. “We must strive for a collective vision that benefits all,” Ambassador Munir Akram told the UN Security Council which held a debate on Friday under the chairmanship of Russia, the 15-nation body’s president for the month of July.In this regard, the Pakistani envoy underscored that the particular national interests of member states do not hinder regional integration.“The quest for regional…
ISLAMABAD, JULY20: Islamabad is set to revolutionize its advertising landscape with the introduction of a new digital billboard policy, finalized by CDA chairman Muhammad Ali Randhawa, to be implemented by Monday. The policy aims to replace traditional advertising methods with modern digital displays, transforming the city’s streets into a vibrant showcase of color and motion, reminiscent of New York’s iconic Times Square, a CDA official told Media. Under this innovative policy, digital billboards will be installed at strategic locations across the city, including streets, avenues, malls, bus stops, public transport, and pedestrian bridges. The use of Eco-friendly materials in digital…
ISLAMABAD, JULY20: Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee (CJCSC), General Sahir Shamshad Mirza on Friday congratulated the people, civilians and military leadership, and all ranks of People’s Liberation Army on its 97th founding day anniversary. The CJCSC praised the role of People’s Liberation Army in China’s development and its rapid modernisation to become an important force for regional peace and stability, an Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR) news release said.The CJCSC attended commemoration ceremony of 97th founding day of People’s Liberation Army of People’s Republic of China as a Chief Guest. While addressing the audience, the CJCSC highlighted close and…
