Islamabad, Oct 12: British Council Unveils 2024 ‘Your World’ Video Competition, Aiming to Equip Youth with Sustainability Skills. A dynamic forum for children across its Partner Schools network, has officially announced the 2024 edition of its annual “Your World” film competition. Young, imaginative minds are invited to enter this competition and show off their skills by making creative social action videos that tackle important global issues.Following the triumph of the previous year, in which Cadet College Hasanabdal defeated over 90 schools nationwide to win the national title, the tournament for 2024–2025 has as its theme “Skills for Sustainability: Equipping All…
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Islamabad, Oct 12: Jordan Eager to Strengthen Trade Relations with Pakistan, Says Ambassador Maen. Jordan’s ambassador to Islamabad, Maen Khreasat, has indicated a strong desire to strengthen bilateral economic relations between Pakistan and his nation by fostering cooperation in a number of areas, such as tourism, agriculture, and health services. Jordan Eager to Strengthen Trade Relations and he expressed Jordan’s appreciation for its cordial and historical links with Pakistan and expressed eagerness to strengthen commercial relations with the country for mutual gain.When President Usman Shaukat’s delegation from the Rawalpindi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (RCCI) paid him a visit on…
Islamabad, Oct 11: PTV World Transitions to High Definition (HD), Enhancing Broadcast Quality for Viewers. MD PTV Sayyed Mubashar Tauqeer Shah says “We are pleased to announce that PTV World has transitioned from Standard Definition (SD) to High Definition (HD). This upgrade marks a significant step forward in delivering superior picture quality to our viewers. HD broadcasting offers sharper images, more vibrant colors, and greater clarity, enhancing your overall viewing experience. Alongside this technological advancement, we are also working on improving the quality and content of our programs to ensure a more enriching and engaging experience for our audience. PTV…
Islamabad, Oct 11: Acting President Urges Strengthening Cooperation with UAE for Mutual Growth. On Friday, Acting President Syed Yousaf Raza Gilani emphasized the significance of strengthening bilateral cooperation in important areas including information technology, renewable energy, agriculture, and tourism. He said Pakistan greatly valued its long-standing relationship with the United Arab Emirates (UAE). During a meeting with UAE Ambassador Hamad Obaid Ibrahim Salem Al-Zaabi in Aiwan-e-Sadr, the acting president shared these opinions. Yousaf Raza Gilani expressed her sympathies for the loss of His Highness’s close family members, late Sheikh Tahnoun bin Mohamed Al Nahyan and late Sheikh Hazza bin Sultan,…
Islamabad, Oct 11: Punjab University Reschedules Exams Amid SCO Summit in Islamabad. Because to the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) conference, Punjab University has deferred its exams, according to an ARY News article published on Friday. Exams that were set for October 14, 15, and 16 have been canceled due to the SCO meeting, a university spokeswoman has stated. The new dates for these tests are October 17, 18, and 19.The spokesman continued, “Examining in other cities in Punjab will follow the previously announced schedule, with the exception of Islamabad and Rawalpindi.” To maintain security during the SCO conference, the Punjab…
Islamabad, Oct 11: Punjab University Announces Removal of Air Conditioners from Hostels to Cut Energy Costs. The vice chancellor of Punjab University has ordered that all air conditioners (ACs) be taken out of the residence halls on campus. Concerns regarding the improper usage of ACs, which has been resulting in large financial losses for the organization, prompted the decision to make this change. University sources claim that a large number of hostel inmates have been using air conditioners for prolonged periods of time without paying their share of the electricity bills, which has led to significant monthly expenses. According to…
Islamabad, Oct 11: BBC Apologizes for Erroneous Weather Forecast Predicting Wind Speeds of 20,000 KPH. As Hurricane Milton made landfall in the US state of Florida on Thursday, the BBC apologized for their inaccurate forecast of winds topping 13,000 miles per hour (20,000 kilometers per hour) in London. “Hurricane Milton hasn’t reached the UK, folks,” BBC meteorologist Matt Taylor tweeted on X (formerly Twitter). He clarified that specialists were trying to fix the problem, which was caused by a data fault between the BBC’s suppliers and its app/website. In a lighthearted way, Taylor continued, “No need to panic buy plywood…
Islamabad, Oct 11: Faisalabad’s Gutwala Breeding Centre Set to Transform into a Zoo ongoing Developments. During a recent visit to Faisalabad, Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz revealed new plans to turn the Gatwala Wildlife Breeding Center into a zoo. As stated in the October 11 release, a feasibility study is presently in progress. According to the information, local officials under the direction of the Assistant Director of Wildlife and Divisional Deputy Director are moving forward with the project with fresh vigor after three prior attempts to start it were stalled for different reasons. Finalizing the necessary papers and feasibility evaluations…
Islamabad, Oct 11: DHA Multan Warns Public against Unauthorized Property Dealers in Latest Notice. In a recent public notice, the Defense Housing Authority Multan (DHAM) warned investors and members against unauthorized property dealers posing as the housing authority. The management has emphasized the significance of conducting transactions solely through authorized and registered dealers to promote transparency and prevent any issues in property negotiations, as reported on October 11 through their official Facebook handle. The official DHA Multan website lists these registered dealers along with their contact information. This measure demonstrates DHA Multan’s continued dedication to upholding the integrity of real…
Islamabad, Oct 11: Pakistani Athletes Honored for Historic Achievements at Paris Olympics and Paralympics. Good evening everyone, Diplomatic protocol is usually very strict regarding official positions, but I am not aware of any specific rules regarding medallists and Paralympic and Olympic athletes. However, I think we can all agree that today, they should come first! Dear Gold medallist Arshad Nadeem and Bronze medallist Haider Ali, Dear Olympic and Paralympic athletes, Welcome to all of you and thank you for coming to Islamabad for this event. And now back to more traditional categories: Dear President of the Pakistan Olympic Association, Mr…
