Islamabad, Sep 30: Huawei Next-Gen AI Chip Set to Challenge Nvidia GPUs in Performance and Innovation. According to the South China Morning Post, prominent domestic AI companies, many of whom also depend on Nvidia’s products, have been offered samples of Huawei’s new Ascend 910C AI CPUs. Although there aren’t many specifications available, the Ascend 910C is anticipated to be a significant improvement over its predecessor and may have processing capability closer to that of the Nvidia H100 Huawei Next-Gen AI chip. This announcement comes at a time when Nvidia may be subject to additional trade restrictions from the US, which…
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Islamabad, Sep 29: Pakistan Strongly Condemns Israel’s Growing Adventurism in the Middle East. Pakistan strongly condemns the growing Israeli adventurism in the Middle East. Its unbridled attacks on civilian populations and disregard of international law have reached alarming levels. For the last several days, Israeli forces have engaged in unacceptable violation of the sovereignty of Lebanon, relentlessly targeting civilian population centers, and undermining its stability and security. We extend our deepest condolences to the families of the victims of Israeli aggression and the people of Lebanon. Yesterday’s reckless act of killing the Secretary General of Hezbollah in Lebanon constitutes a…
Islamabad, Sep 29: The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Islamabad and our Embassy in Beirut continue to make efforts to facilitate Pakistani nationals caught up in the crisis situation in Lebanon. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has activated its Crisis Management Unit. Pakistani nationals in Lebanon and their families are encouraged to contact the CMU at the following contact details: Landline: 051-9207887 Email: cmu1@mofa.gov.pk Meanwhile, the Embassy of Pakistan in Beirut is also available 24/7 at the following contact details: Cell/WhatsApp Nos: 00961-81669488, 00961-81815104 Email: parepbeirut@mofa.gov.pk
The renowned OVO Arena Wembley in London was host the Hum Awards in 2024. An amazing collection of Pakistani celebrities come together for this event, which honors exceptional performances in Hum TV programs from 2022 and 2023. There’s a tangible sense of excitement as fans and industry leaders come together for this esteemed occasion following a two-year break. Honoring the Talent of Pakistan: Numerous well-known stars are present at this year’s ceremony. The gorgeous Mahira Khan, the gregarious Fawad Khan, and the gifted Ahad Raza Mir are among those present. To further highlight the variety of talent on Pakistani television,…
Islamabad, Sep 29: Mohsin Naqvi Meets Chinese Consul General Zhao Shiren to Discuss Bilateral Relations.Chinese Consul General Zhao Shiren was welcomed by Federal Minister of Interior Mohsin Naqvi, who congratulated him on China’s National Day. The Chinese Consul General expressed gratitude to Mohsin Naqvi for the changes the Ministry of Interior made that will help Chinese companies. According to the interior minister, China has advanced significantly under President Xi Jinping’s direction. Recognizing China’s historical contribution to Pakistan’s economic stabilization, he referred to China as his country’s most reliable and devoted friend. He said that every country in the world should…
Islamabad, Sep 29: Gold Rate in Pakistan Today Daily Gold Price Updates Across Major Cities. The price of 24 carat gold in Pakistan is Rs. 280,000 per tola, while the price of 22 carat gold is Rs. 256,664. The gold price in Pakistan is updated on a regular basis by UrduPoint using data from Sarafa Associations. This website also provides information on worldwide gold rates per tola and 10 grams, as well as a graph and table showing the historical gold prices in Pakistan for the country’s major cities.
Islamabad, Sep 29: Ahsan Iqbal Collective Efforts of Asian Countries Essential for Regional Development. Ahsan Iqbal, the federal minister for planning, development, and special initiatives, stated that cooperation among Asian nations is necessary for the area to become powerful. Speaking as the honored guest at Asia’s Energy Transition Summit on Sunday, he expressed the belief that energy use will ultimately determine climate change, a critical worldwide concern. “Climate change has caused us a lot of suffering,” he stated. Asia, according to Ahsan Iqbal, is a key hub for energy consumption and is home to 50% of the world’s population and…
Islamabad, Sep 29: International Labour and Trade Unions Delegation Meets Ch Shafay Hussain to Discuss Workers’ Rights. At a nearby hotel on Sunday, a 12-person delegation from International Labor and Trade Unions paid a visit to Chaudhry Shafay Hussain, the provincial minister for industries and commerce. Shoya Yoshida, General Secretary of the International Trade Union Confederation, Asia-Pacific, Singapore, led the delegation.Mutual cooperation for the preparation of skilled labor and the advancement of technical education was decided upon during the meeting. The potential for trade with different nations was also examined. The team received a briefing from the minister regarding investment…
Islamabad, Sep 29: Excise Duty on Property Transfers Challenged in Sindh High Court. The Sindh High Court (SHC) has taken up the matter of the Federal Excise Duty (FED) being imposed under the Finance Act 2024 on the allocation or transfer of commercial properties as well as the first allotment or transfer of open plots or residential properties. The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has been notified by SHC to provide feedback on the matter. The FED on immovable properties under provincial authority has been contested in this regard before the SHC. Forms A and B are the two forms…
Islamabad, Sep 29: Govt to Sign National Financial Pact, Involving Provinces in IMF Program Aurangzeb. Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb announced that all provinces would be included in the new International Monetary Fund (IMF) bailout program if the federal government and provinces signed a National Financial Pact. By increasing tax collection, this agreement would bring the tax-to-GDP ratio up to 14%, which is more in line with the 18% observed in nearby nations. The senator, following the distribution of the first tranche of the recently agreed $7 billion bailout from the IMF, gave a summary of the nation’s continued attempts to…
