ISLAMABAD, JULY16: Changan introduced the black edition of Alsvin a few weeks ago; in terms of performance or mechanics, these upgrades are purely ornamental. Changan is charging 25,000 PKR more for these aesthetic enhancements than they do for their Lumiere edition. Are There Any Body Changes? Other than the alloy wheels and side view mirrors, the body remains unchanged save for the wheel and mirror colors. Additionally, the interior is entirely black; the previous edition featured a black interior with beige accents on the door panels, roof, and seats. The new edition, as its name implies, has an all-black interior;…
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ISLAMABAD, JULY16: According to pulmonologist Dr. Shakeel Ahmed Siddiqui, chest infections have increased in Karachi as a result of air pollution and climate change. He expressed these opinions in an interview with The Express Tribune on Monday. According to Dr. Siddiqui, people with compromised immune systems, the elderly, and youngsters were all suffering from chest illnesses. People with respiratory illnesses are also being impacted by this chest infection. It is possible for the virus to spread from an afflicted person or child to other people and children. This chest infection lasts for three to four days. Cough, fever, sore throat,…
ISLAMABAD, JULY16: In order to preserve people’s lives and means of subsistence, speakers at a symposium on the difficulties Pakistan faces due to its quickly expanding population and swiftly shifting weather patterns urged the government to declare a “climate emergency.” Global Awareness and Empowerment Network and the Karachi Press Club’s Skills Development Committee collaborated to organize the event.The speakers expressed their worries about the severe weather patterns the nation has been seeing recently, which have caused terrible losses. They claimed that the issue has gotten worse due to exponential population expansion. Chief Meteorologist Dr. Sardar Sarfaraz stated, “Global temperature has…
ISLAMABAD, JULY16: China is ready to provide a platform and create opportunities for Palestinian factions to engage in dialogue for reconciliation, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian said on Tuesday. Addressing a regular press conference, the spokesperson reiterated that China has always supported reconciliation and unity among Palestinian factions through dialogue and consultations. Lin made the comments in response to reports that senior officials of the Palestinian National Liberation Movement (Fatah) and the Palestinian Islamic Resistance Movement (Hamas) will meet in Beijing over the upcoming weekend. He said that China will release relevant, specific information in due course. Lin Jian…
ISLAMABAD, JULY16: A delegation of journalists from Balochistan province, accompanied by representatives from the China International Communications Group (CICG) called on Pakistan Ambassador to China Khalil Hashmi at Pakistan Embassy Beijing on Tuesday. Warmly welcoming the delegation, Ambassador Hashmi emphasized the pivotal role of media in fostering friendship between Pakistan and China. He underlined the significance of Pakistan-China ties and encouraged both Pakistani and Chinese media to actively highlight success stories of the enduring relationship. Ambassador also highlighted the central position of Balochistan in China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) and underscored the importance attached by Pakistan and China to the development…
ISLAMABAD, JULY16: Pakistan Women’s Cricket Team fllew from Jinnah International Airport to Columbo via Dubai to participate in the Asia Cup here on Tuesday.The Team will play their first match in the Asia Cup against arch-rivals India in Dambulla on July 19. Pakistan Women’s Cricket Team Squad: Nida Dar (captain), Alia Riaz, Diana Baig, Fatima Sana, Gul Feroza, Iram Javed, Muniba Ali, Najiha Alvi, Nashera Sindhu, Umima Sohail, Sadia Iqbal, Sudra Amin, Aroob Shah, Tasmia Rabab and Touba Hasan.
ISLAMABAD, JULY16: In a significant move towards advancing agricultural technology through international collaboration, four Pakistani universities including Quaid-i-Azam University, Pir Mehr Ali Shah Arid Agriculture University, Sindh Agriculture University, and Ayub Agricultural Research Institute have joined the Silk Road Agricultural Education and Research Innovation Alliance at the 9th Silk Road Agricultural Education and Research Cooperation Forum held in Tashkent, Uzbekistan from July 9-12. This collaboration aims to foster cooperation between leading institutions in China and Pakistan, focusing on the exchange and joint development of new food crops, vegetable varieties, and medicinal crops. Abdul Ghaffar Shar, a Post-doctoral Research Fellow at…
ISLAMABAD, JULY16: The 5th death anniversary of famous Urdu poet, writer and actor Himayat Ali Shair is being observed on Tuesday.Born in Aurangabad, India on July 14, 1926, he worked for All India Radio and migrated to Pakistan in 1951 to begin his remarkable career with Radio Pakistan at Karachi. His first poetry book was published in 1956 “Aag Main Phool” which received the Presidential Award in 1958.His other collection of poetry includes Mitti Ka Qarz, Tashnagi Ka Safar and Haroon Ki Awaz. In 2007, he published collection of all of his poetry as Kuliyat-e-Shaer. Himayat Ali Shair received the…
ISLAMABAD, JULY16: Due to serious operational problems and budgetary limitations, oil marketing firms (OMCs) have requested that the federal government raise their margins for MS gasoline and high-speed diesel (HSD). The Oil Marketing Association of Pakistan (OMAP) urged appropriate shareholder returns, operational realities, and license conditions for margins in a letter to Chairman OGRA. It forewarned that immediate action is required to prevent pandemonium as the petroleum sector is on the verge of collapse. According to OMAP, maintaining a 20-day stock costs around Rs. 3.45 per litre sold at a markup rate of 22% annually, while a 10-day stock need…
ISLAMABAD, JULY16: The agreement reached at the staff level of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) enhances funding chances, although Moody’s Ratings noted on Tuesday that maintaining reforms is essential to reducing liquidity risks. A staff-level agreement was made on July 12th, 2012, between the Pakistani authorities and the IMF for a 37-month Extended Fund Facility Arrangement (EFF) worth around $7 billion. The IMF Executive Board must approve the deal; however, a vote date has not yet been scheduled. Pakistan’s (Caa3 steady) funding chances will be enhanced if the new IMF program is approved, which we anticipate is likely. In order…
