Due to nonpayment of property tax, the Punjab Excise and Taxation Department (E&T) sealed the Lahore Development Authority’s (LDA) historic project, Global Village (previously known as Arena). But after both organizations’ top management intervened, the building was eventually opened.The excise department’s action came just one day after the LDA team, continuing their campaign against commercial fee defaulters, had shut the department’s regional headquarters in Faisal Town three days prior. The Excise and Taxation Department office was one of the properties in Faisal Town and Garden Town that were sealed as a result of the LDA’s operation, which was headed by…
Author: Iqra Khan
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has recently made headlines with an unusual decision to appoint a serving police officer, Hina Munawar, as the manager of the national women’s cricket team. This move comes in response to a series of incidents involving the team, including a breach of curfew and a serious road accident involving players. The PCB’s decision to appoint a police officer reflects their emphasis on enforcing discipline and security within the team. The incident where several players breached curfew during a training camp has led to disciplinary actions being taken against them. This breach has prompted the PCB…
NASA has awarded SpaceX $843 million to develop a vehicle tasked with safely deorbiting the International Space Station (ISS) around 2030, originally a responsibility held by Russian thrusters. The U.S. Deorbit Vehicle, under NASA’s ownership, aims to mitigate risks to populated areas by safely disposing of the aging space station. The ISS, a joint effort led by the United States and Russia, has operated for over two decades and faces retirement due to aging components. As geopolitical tensions persist, particularly amidst Russia’s strained relations with the West, NASA has accelerated plans for its own deorbiting capabilities to ensure continuity beyond…
The Swiss-based think-tank’s report highlighted key technological advancements that are shaping various fields: AI for scientific discovery was prioritized for its transformative impact on research, particularly in health, by providing new insights into diseases and enhancing understanding of materials and the human body. Privacy-enhancing technologies ranked second, facilitating secure data sharing crucial for medical research, utilizing methods like synthetic data. Reconfigurable intelligent surfaces introduced innovative surface technology embedding wireless communication components into walls. High-altitude platform stations (e.g., aircraft, balloons) were noted for expanding mobile network access to remote areas, connecting approximately 2.6 billion people globally. Integrated sensing and communication via…
Benazir Bhutto Shaheed XI claimed victory in the Commissioner Karachi Sports Festival Girls Hockey Tournament by defeating Pilot Officer Mariam Mukhtar Shaheed XI 4-2 in a penalty shootout at the Olympian Islahuddin Dr. Shah Hockey Complex. Secretary of Environment Nabeela Umar, as the chief guest, awarded cash prizes and other accolades. The event witnessed the presence of notable figures such as AC Headquarters Rabia Syed, Begum Asma Ali Shah, Director Sports Ghulam Muhammad Khan, Ghulam Murtaza, Tournament Director Syed All Hassan, and Olympians Sameer Hussain and Sagheer Hussain. In the girls’ basketball event, six matches concluded with various outcomes: National…
India and England last clashed in a Men’s T20 World Cup semifinal 19 months ago in Adelaide, with England securing a dominant victory thanks to a stellar opening partnership between Jos Buttler and Alex Hales. This time, India enters the semifinal armed with stronger batting firepower, middle-order options, and a diverse bowling attack. However, England, aiming to become the first men’s team to retain a T20 World Cup title, poses a formidable challenge, particularly with Buttler and his new partner Phil Salt in exceptional form. The semifinal will take place at Guyana National Stadium, a 20,000-seater venue near Georgetown. India…
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has released the match officials for the semi-finals of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024. In the first semi-final, South Africa will meet Afghanistan at the Brian Lara Cricket Academy in Trinidad on Wednesday, June 26. Richard Illingworth and Nitin Menon will officiate as the on-field umpires, with Richard Kettleborough serving as the TV umpire and Ahsan Raza as the fourth umpire. This match marks Afghanistan’s debut appearance in a T20 World Cup semi-final, while South Africa is making their third semi-final appearance, having previously reached this stage in 2009 and 2014, losing to…
Chahat Fateh Ali Khan has quite the diverse musical repertoire! Despite the copyright issues with ‘Bado Badi’, it’s great to hear that the song is back on YouTube and gaining popularity. Here’s a brief overview of the five songs mentioned in your write-up: ‘Kash Kash Kash’: Known for its melodic poetry and unexpected twist with Urdu alphabet recitation, this track showcases Khan’s blend of entertainment and educational elements. ‘Phir PSL Ka Match Hoo’: A cricket anthem expressing Khan’s desire to watch a Pakistan Super League match with his beloved, featuring an artistic music video combining dance sequences and cricket match…
The leading fintech platform in Pakistan, JazzCash, and Concave AGRI, a leader in agricultural services and solutions, have partnered strategically to transform financial services for Pakistani farmers. JazzCash has 44 million registered users, making it the leading financial company in Pakistan. There are more than 300,000 merchants and 245,000 agents on the site. To meet the demands of its clients and merchants, JazzCash provides a wide range of branchless banking services, such as money transfers, bill payment, savings, loans, and insurance. Conversely, Concave AGRI is committed to changing Pakistan’s agricultural environment. providing a whole range of services, such as weather…
Sources claim that a malfunction in the Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited’s (PTCL) underwater cable SMW4 caused issues for internet customers.But according to PTCL authorities, a problem was found and fixed rather than a break in the underwater cable. The officials state that PTCL services are now fully operational again, providing users with continuous internet access. A representative for the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) said that the PTCL submarine cable experienced a problem, which was quickly resolved. Additionally, the spokesman reported that there were no significant problems with internet access for subscribers at this moment. It should be recalled that a…
