Islamabad, JULY28: In an effort to promote trade and investment in the South Asian nation, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Sunday said that businesspeople from the Gulf would no longer need a visa to enter Pakistan. Due to a protracted economic crisis, Pakistan has to turn to friendly countries and international lenders such as the International Monetary Fund (IMF) for financial support.This month, a $7 billion loan agreement was reached between Islamabad and the IMF to support macroeconomic progress achieved during the previous year, during which Pakistan reduced inflation from 38 percent to slightly over 12 percent and increased its…
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Islamabad, JULY28: The National Highways and Motorway Police (NHMP) has issued a weather advisory for the North Zone, warning motorists of intermittent rain in areas including Islamabad, Peshawar, Kot Momin, Dera Ismail Khan, Swat, and Thakot. According to a spokesman for NHMP, the Motorway officials have urged motorists to exercise extreme caution while driving during rainy conditions. Given the slippery road conditions, there is a heightened risk of vehicles skidding out of control. Motorists are advised to maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in front and avoid speeding. As a precautionary measure, the NHMP has initiated a special briefing…
Islamabad, JULY28: As the world marks World Hepatitis Day today, health experts are emphasizing the importance of safe practices and awareness in preventing the spread of hepatitis, a silent killer disease that claims thousands of lives every year. Talking to PTV news channel, Executive Director and spokesperson Dr Abdul Jabbar Bhutto in Polyclinic explained that World Hepatitis Day aims to focus on taking concrete steps towards eliminating this silent killer.On World Hepatitis Day, we are reminded that hepatitis is a preventable and treatable disease. By raising awareness, improving access to testing and treatment, and supporting those affected, we can break…
Islamabad, JULY28: In a heartwarming display of environmental stewardship, a group of passionate youngsters Sunday ask every citizen to come together and join hands with the Punjab government’s monsoon tree planting campaign, aiming to restore the degraded Takht Pari Forest to its former lush glory. Talking to PTV news channel a group of youngsters said that this collective effort, driven by the conviction that small actions can spark significant change, seeks to rally individuals from all walks of life to join forces and make a tangible impact on the fragile ecosystem. As the monsoon season sets in, this dedicated band…
Islamabad, JULY28: The proposed plan from the federal government to postpone raising the monthly electricity costs of customers utilizing 201–400 units has drawn considerable opposition from the International Monetary Fund (IMF).Recently, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif proposed delaying the price increase by Rs. 7.12 per unit for three months and gave the Ministry of Finance and the Ministry of Energy three months to come up with a plan and get the agreement of the IMF. The IMF has warned that postponing the price increase for middle-class consumers may interfere with energy sector commitments pertaining to yearly base tariffs and circular debt…
Islamabad, JULY28: A cyber notice about hackers targeting government officials with phishing emails and WhatsApp has been released by the Cabinet Division.The cabinet division claimed in a statement that government officers are the subject of a targeted APT attack that was conducted via phishing emails and several WhatsApp numbers. In an attempt to use malware to conduct a cyberattack, the attacker is sending different messages using many cellphone numbers and emails with fictitious domains. To get access to the devices, the attacker sends Remote Access Tools (RAT) files in RAR format. The following WhatsApp numbers are in use: 923176723167, 03357837013,…
Islamabad, JULY28: Abdul Aleem Khan, the federal minister for privatization, the Board of Investment, and communications, recently chaired the Privatization Commission Board meeting, during which significant decisions were adopted. In this meeting, topics pertaining to the privatization of DISCOs and other organizations, such as PIA, were discussed. The Privatization Commission Board reached a unanimous decision to privatize three electricity distribution companies (DISCOs) in the first phase. All legal proceedings will be concluded by January 2025, and practical work has already begun on the privatization projects. Additionally, PCB approved the appointment of Financial Advisors for these DISCOs and the appropriate course…
Islamabad, JULY28: Secretary-General of Commonwealth Patricia Scotland KC arrived here in the early hours of Sunday on her first official visit to Pakistan, at the invitation of the Government of Pakistan.On her arrival at Islamabad Airport, she was received by Additional Foreign Secretary (Europe) Ambassador Shafqat Ali Khan. During her five-day visit from July 28 to August 2, 2024, Secretary-General Scotland will meet with Pakistan’s leadership, members of the cabinet, youth leaders, civil society representatives and other stakeholders. The Commonwealth secretary-general will reaffirm her solidarity with Pakistan on the second anniversary of the catastrophic 2022 floods that submerged a third…
Islamabad, JULY28: Transworld Associates (TWA) has announced that it has reached an agreement to land the largest subsea cable system in the world, 2Africa, in Karachi, Pakistan. This ambitious project, which is already operational in parts of Africa, will connect 46 cable landing stations across 33 countries in Africa, Asia, and Europe and improve Pakistan’s global connectivity. The consortium behind 2Africa is made up of eight international build parties: China Mobile International, Bayobab, center3, Meta, Orange, Telecom Egypt, Vodafone, and WIOCC. Together, these eight parties will be responsible for the 2Africa landing in Karachi. The 2Africa subsea cable is perfectly…
Islamabad, JULY28: Anum Uzair of Pakistan has successfully reached the summit of Mount Broad Peak, the world’s 12th-highest mountain, which stands at an intimidating 8,051 meters. Anum followed in Naila Kiani’s footsteps and made history by becoming only the second Pakistani woman to summit this formidable peak. Her ascent of Broad Peak marks a significant milestone in her career as it is her second successful summit of a “8000er,” a term used to denote mountains exceeding 8,000 meters in height. Her achievement not only demonstrates her extraordinary skill and determination, but also emphasizes the increasing number of Pakistani women entering…
