Islamabad, Nov 12: Satellite Images Show Alarming Environmental Changes Across Pakistan. Lahore has been facing a significant smog crisis since last month, with the dense, harmful haze now detectable from space in remarkable satellite imagery. The images, taken by NASA’s Worldview tool, show the thick layers of pollution enveloping northern India and Pakistan, as reported by CNN. In these images, cities such as Lahore and Multan are shrouded in a dark, nearly impenetrable smog, obscuring streets and buildings. The pollution levels have escalated to the extent that the previously visible green landscapes are now concealed beneath a grey-brown veil. Similarly,…
Author: Iqra Khan
Islamabad, Nov 12: New Gwadar Airport, A Landmark of Pakistan-China Friendship and Future Growth. The New Gwadar International Airport, a key project under the extensive China-Pakistan Economic Corridor initiative, is set to enhance connectivity and usher in a new era of development for Pakistan, experts have noted. Serving as a testament to the strong friendship between China and Pakistan and their dedication to a brighter future together, the recent completion of the airport in Gwadar, located in the southwestern province of Balochistan, has been officially handed over to Pakistani authorities for operational readiness, according to China Daily. The airport was…
Islamabad, Nov 12: FGEHA Set to Auction Prime Commercial Plots in Islamabad’s G-13, G-14 This Thursday. The Federal Government Employees Housing Authority (FGEHA) will hold an auction for various commercial plots in the G-13 and G-14 sectors of Islamabad on Thursday, November 13, at the Citizen Club located in F-9 Park. A representative from FGEHA informed APP that the auction will include several commercial plots in G-14, along with multiple Class-III commercial plots in G-13, G-14/2, and G-14/3, in addition to a petrol station plot situated in the Mauve area along Sri Nagar Highway in G-13. Bidders will also have…
Islamabad, Nov 12: NADRA Considers CNIC Fee Hike to Fund Expansion of New Offices Nationwide. The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) has suggested that an increase in identity card fees might be necessary to support the expansion of its office network due to funding challenges, according to a report from Geo News. Although the authority has opened additional offices, numerous citizens continue to experience lengthy delays when renewing or updating their computerized national identity cards (CNICs), indicating that the expansion has not completely resolved accessibility problems. In a recent meeting of the National Assembly Standing Committee, NADRA Chairman Lt.…
Islamabad, Nov 12: Fauji Foundation Ends Bid to Acquire Controlling Stake in Agha Steel. Fauji Foundation has decided to retract its Public Announcement of Intention to acquire shares and control of Agha Steel Industries Limited, as stated by the manager of the offer, Integrated Equities Limited, to the PSX on Tuesday. Discussions with the Sellers regarding the acquisition of voting shares in the Target have not reached a conclusion. “In light of this and on behalf of the Acquirer, we hereby issue a notice of retraction of the PAI in accordance with Regulation 21(1)(b) of the Regulations and the relevant…
Islamabad, Nov 12: ECC Approves PKR 50 Billion for Sindh’s Flood-Relief Housing Project. The Federal Government has sanctioned PKR 50 billion for an emergency housing initiative in Sindh aimed at helping communities affected by recent flooding. According to the details, this funding decision was reached during a recent meeting of the Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) and is part of the Public Sector Development Programme (PSDP), exceeding the initial PKR 30 billion suggested by the Ministry of Planning, Development, and Special Initiatives for the fiscal year 2024-25. The housing project, which received the green light from the Executive Committee of the…
Islamabad, Nov 12: The Sustainable Development Policy Institute (SDPI) and the Embassy of Denmark in Pakistan, together launched the second phase of the knowledge partnership initiative titled “Unlocking the Potential of Carbon Markets in Pakistan.” The launch of project was announced at reception of high-level delegates, diplomats, and policy makers of Pakistan. Speaking at the inception, Ambassador of Denmark, Jakob Linulf said, “This partnership has not only bridged knowledge gaps but has also fostered collaboration between federal and provincial governments, setting a solid foundation for a sustainable carbon market framework in Pakistan.” Ambassador Linulf further highlighted that the commencement of…
Islamabad, Nov 12: IHC Expresses Frustration Over CDA’s Delayed Compensation Payments for Land Acquisitions. On Thursday, the Islamabad High Court (IHC) scrutinized the Capital Development Authority (CDA) for its failure to provide compensation to individuals whose land had been acquired for development purposes. “Land that has belonged to their ancestors has been forcibly taken from these individuals, and they continue to be sent on a wild goose chase for their compensation,” commented Chief Justice Athar Minallah. “Everyone should feel embarrassed. This situation reflects how poorly this country is being governed.” While addressing a petition regarding compensation payments following land acquisition,…
Islamabad, Nov 12: Today, the price of gold in Pakistan stands at PKR 284,500 per tola for 24 karat gold, while the cost of 22 karat gold is PKR 260,859 per tola on Tuesday, November 12, 2024. These current rates for both 24K and 22K gold are derived from data provided by the Sarafa Jewelers Association and the International Gold Market, and they come with a performance graph that illustrates gold price trends over the past 10 days. GOLD PURITY PER TOLA PER 10 GRAM 24K Rs. 284,500 Rs. 243,913 22K Rs. 260,859 Rs. 223,587 21K Rs. 249,002 Rs. 213,424…
Islamabad, Nov 12: Trump Nominates Congresswoman Elise Stefanik as U.N. Ambassador. US President-elect Donald Trump has appointed Congresswoman Elise Stefanik, a longtime supporter with limited foreign policy background, to be the United States ambassador to the United Nations, as announced by a Trump transition official on Monday. Stefanik, who is 40 years old, marks Trump’s first Cabinet selection for his upcoming second term in office. “I am proud to nominate Chairwoman Elise Stefanik as my Cabinet member in the role of U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations. Elise is a remarkably strong, resilient, and intelligent advocate for America First,” Trump…
