Author: Iqra Khan

Islamabad, Nov 4: Huawei Executive Confirms Launch Date for Mate 70 Series. According to a corporate executive, the Huawei Mate 70 series, which will formally launch in November, is expected to be the most potent range to date. In addition to showcasing Huawei’s recently developed HarmonyOS NEXT (which is Android-free), the Mate 70 also teases innovative technological advancements and design changes that are sure to turn heads. The Mate 70 series is anticipated to be available on the market by mid-November, while Huawei has not disclosed a precise release date. Since Huawei has reportedly already acquired the majority of the…

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Islamabad, Nov 4: Air Quality Crisis, Islamabad Imposes Ban on Smoke-Emitting Vehicles and Factories. The federal government has made steps to shield its inhabitants from Islamabad’s deteriorating pollution. To lessen pollution, the government has outlawed burning rubbish and crops, as well as factories, brick kilns, and automobiles that create smoke. This two-month ban is an immediate response to the health concerns that smog poses and is enforced under Section 144 of the Criminal Procedure Code. Officials stressed the significance of reducing pollution to safeguard public health and threatened to rigorously enforce these rules. In February, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)…

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Islamabad, Nov 3: Punjab Declares School Holidays as Smog Intensifies in Lahore. Due to the deteriorating fog, which has an Air Quality Index (AQI) of more than 1,000, the Punjabi government has declared that all primary schools in Lahore will be closed for a week. High and secondary schools are still operating, but students must wear masks.In a press conference today, Punjab’s senior minister, Maryam Aurangzeb, stated that pollution from India had made the city’s smog problem worse and caused AQI values in border regions to reach 1900. To reach rigorous pollution control targets, the government has stepped up its…

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Islamabad, Nov 3: World Bank’s $213 Million Project for Pakistan Flood Victims Set for Potential Restructuring. It is anticipated that the $213 million “Integrated Flood Resilience and Adaptation Project (IFRAP)” of the World Bank will be reorganized to enable prompt distribution of project funds designated for resilient home restoration and reconstruction. According to official records, IFRAP was signed on July 3, 2023, with the goal of improving and revitalizing the lives of communities impacted by the floods of 2022 and bolstering their ability to adapt to more severe flooding in the future. As of right now, the project has disbursed…

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Islamabad, Nov 3: Gold Rate in Pakistan Today, the price of 24K gold in Pakistan is Rs. 290,300 per tola, while the price of 22K gold is Rs. 266,106 per tola. Based on data from Sarafa Associations, UrduPoint frequently updates the price of gold in Pakistan today. The key cities in Pakistan’s gold market, global gold prices per tola and 10 grams, and Pakistan’s gold price history in graph and table form are also covered on this page. Gold Purity Per Tola Per 10 Gram 24k Rs. 290,300 Rs. 248,890 22k Rs. 266,106 Rs. 228,148 21k Rs. 254,012 Rs. 217,779…

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Islamabad, Nov 3: US Election 2024 Live Updates, Kamala Harris Vows to Unite All Americans as Trump Eyes Comeback. Kamala Harris, the Democratic presidential candidate and vice president, has promised to serve as president for all Americans. “I pledge to be a president for all Americans,” she stated in a post on the social media site X. Let’s get to work without fear of a little happiness. By saying, “When you’re winning by a lot, you can still lose by a little,” Trump is sending a confident message to his fans in North Carolina, asking them to cast their ballots…

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Islamabad, Nov 3: Global Electric Vehicle Sales Show Subtle Decline Amid Market Shifts. Sales of electric cars (EVs) have been dropping, despite the early excitement they generated in the auto industry. Due to considerable demand for a range of models, EV sales in various areas initially surged to all-time highs. While certain EV models are still performing well, others are currently finding it difficult to meet the demand levels they were previously able to. Even if there isn’t a need to be extremely concerned right now, there are indications that the fast growth in EV sales might not live up…

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Islamabad, Nov 3: Ambassador Rizwan Sheikh Urges Pakistani-Americans in NY to Invest in Pakistan During Series of Meetings.  During his hectic itinerary, Pakistan’s ambassador to the US, Rizwan Saeed Sheikh, met with a variety of Pakistani-Americans in New York. He discussed attempts to improve relations between Pakistan and the US and called for more cooperation in areas of shared interest. In order to explore strategies for improving ties between the two nations, the ambassador also met with US Congressman Tom Suozzi, the Co-Chair of the Congressional Pakistan Caucus. A press release stated that the discussion’s main objectives were to advance…

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Islamabad, Nov 3: 14th International Public Health Conference to Explore New Strategies for Strengthening Health Systems. Professor Dr. Shahzad Ali Khan, Vice Chancellor of the Health Services Academy, said on Sunday that the 14th International Public Health Conference will take place in Islamabad from November 5–6 to explore new tactics and creative ways to improve public health systems. “Transforming Research into Action: Redefining Public Health through Social and Behavioral Change (CBC)” is the theme for this year’s conference, according to Professor Dr. Shahzad Ali Khan. “Three major sub-themes will be covered at the conference: leveraging innovative technological applications, improving health…

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Islamabad, Nov 3: Sonya Hussain Shares Star-Studded Diwali Celebration Photos, Faces Backlash from Fans. Pakistani actor also recently posted colorful pictures with popular celebrities Sanam Saeed, Sarwat Gilani, Mohib Mirza, Sheheryar Munawar and fashion designer Deepak Perwani in Diwali celebration through Instagram. The actors wore traditional Indian clothing again because of Diwali; Sonya wore a multi-colored saree and a bindi, due to the Hindu celebration corresponding to the goddess Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth. It is however surprising that instead of shinning copies of individual shots, some of her fans criticised her for being part of the jovial occasion. Some…

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