Islamabad, Nov 27: Leading Global Universities to Establish Campuses at Lahore IT Park. A Tier-4 data center will be established in Pakistan in partnership with China, according to approval from Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz. The Chief Minister emphasized the Central Business District’s (CBD) Nawaz Sharif IT City project’s importance as a center for education and technology development while presiding over a special meeting to assess its progress. Universities from China, England, and other nations are preparing to open campuses in the Nawaz Sharif IT City, it was disclosed at the conference. This project will involve the campuses of…
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Islamabad, Nov 27: Punjab Government Announces Interest-Free Loans for Livestock Farmers. Dr. Muhammad Tanveer Kalyar, Deputy Director (DD) Livestock and Dairy Development Sargodha, announced on Wednesday that the Punjab government had chosen to provide interest-free loans to livestock producers up to Rs. 270,000, for which Rs. 11 billion had been set aside. In an interview with APP, he stated that cattle owners with five to ten male calves, a valid CNIC card, and a mobile phone SIM card registered and active in their names would be eligible for an interest-free loan of Rs. 135,000 to Rs. 270,000 for four…
Islamabad, Nov 27: Mari Petroleum Plans Rebrand: Seeks Approval to Become Mari Energies Limited. To change its name to Mari Energies Limited, Mari Petroleum Company Limited (PSX: MARI) is requesting shareholder approval. The resolution to change the company’s name from “Mari Petroleum Company Limited” to “Mari Energies Limited,” pending approval from the Registrar, Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP), will be presented at the Extraordinary General Meeting of the Shareholders of Mari Petroleum Company Limited on Thursday, December 19, 2024. If authorized, the Managing Director and the Company Secretary will be able to sign and execute all relevant…
Islamabad, Nov 27: Internet Disruptions Persist in Pakistan as PTA Remains Silent. Internet services across the country remain partially disrupted, causing widespread inconvenience to users. Residents in various cities are experiencing difficulties with browsing, downloading, and accessing popular social media platforms like Facebook, WhatsApp, and Instagram. Even with VPN services, the performance of these applications remains sluggish.The disruption has significantly impacted multiple sectors, including businesses, education, and online services. Users have reported delays in completing tasks and maintaining communications which has made daily lives a challenge. According to sources who spoke to Media, the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority’s (PTA) firewall may…
Islamabad, Nov 27: MDCAT Committee Convenes to Enhance Exam Standards and Quality. A seven-member committee was recently established by the Pakistan Medical & Dental Council (PMDC) to improve and increase the transparency of the upcoming Medical & Dental College Admission Test (MDCAT). The committee, which has representatives from every province, is entrusted with recognizing and resolving issues, maintaining openness, reducing mistakes, and putting IT-based solutions into action. To counteract the influence of tuition mafias, this includes taking into account the need for a centralized or university-specific examination, a uniform syllabus, and scheduling the MDCAT right after the intermediate exams. Yesterday,…
Islamabad, Nov 27: ECC Highlights Concerns Over Delays in Decision Implementation. Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb, the federal minister of finance, presided over a special session of the Cabinet’s Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) on Wednesday at the Finance Division. The meeting examined the state of implementation of several previous ECC policy decisions about finance, the interior, industries and production, interprovincial coordination, housing and works, food security and research, power, and the regulation and coordination of national health services. Following a briefing on the general state of implementation of its previous rulings, the ECC heard separate presentations from the pertinent ministries outlining the…
Islamabad, Nov 27: PPAF Provides Interest-Free Loans to Support Over 25,000 Families. Through the Pakistan Poverty Alleviation Fund (PPAF), the government gave interest-free loans to more than 25,000 people in October 2024 as part of its efforts to improve impoverished neighborhoods. Under the project, which was carried out in cooperation with partner organizations, ultra-poor households nationwide have received loans totaling 1.2 billion rupees.An official source claims that the program’s objectives are to empower economically disadvantaged groups in society, improve financial inclusion, and establish sustainable lives. Beneficiaries’ financial circumstances should improve as a result of this endeavor since it will allow…
Islamabad, Nov 27: Huawei Unveils Mate 70 Series, Advanced Cameras and Enhanced Displays Lead the Way. At a Shenzhen event, Huawei unveiled the Mate 70 and Mate 70 Pro, two models in the new Mate 70 series. These two models offer slight enhancements in terms of display, cameras, and design. Display and Design Huawei continues to prioritize build quality and longevity with the Mate 70 series. However, the Mate 70 stands out from the rest of the lineup because to its flat frame and slender 7.8mm design. Both have an IP69 rating, which protects against dust and water, and second-generation…
Islamabad, Nov 27: Instagram Enhances DMs: New Location Sharing, Stickers, and Features Rolled Out. Among other improvements, Instagram is launching a new feature that allows users to send direct messages (DMs) to friends and family with their current location. Users can share their position in real time for up to an hour with this service, which is presently only available in a few countries. To aid in planning, users can also pin a particular spot on a map, like a restaurant or meeting spot. This is how it seems It’s crucial to remember that live location sharing is completely private…
Islamabad, Nov 27: Motorway Maintenance Complete: Major Routes Reopen for Smooth Travel. All of the freeway segments that were blocked on November 22 for repair have been reopened by the National Highways and freeway Police (NHMP). All motorways under the NHMP’s jurisdiction, such as the M-2 from Islamabad to Lahore, the M-3 from Lahore to Abdul Hakeem, the M-4 from Pindi Bhattian to Multan, the M-14 from Dera Ismail Khan to Hakla, and others, were fully operational for commuters, according to Muhammad Saqib, spokesman for the Motorway Police Northzone. For more information on traffic conditions, the NHMP advised the public…
