Islamabad, Feb 2: National Highways and Motorway police carried out a crackdown against buses and other vehicles illegally parked in no parking areas. According to details NHMP team under supervision of Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) beat 33 Nadeem Gul launched strict action against the presence of illegal buses and other vehicles in the no-parking area at Wadhu Wah stop and imposed fine and briefed transporters about the SOPs of relevant law.
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Islamabad, Feb 2: The Trade Development Authority of Pakistan (TDAP), in collaboration with the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP), hosted a seminar titled “Unlocking Export Growth: Navigating Export Financing Strategies” at the Quetta Chamber of Commerce and Industry (QCCI). The event highlighted SBP’s export financing schemes, including the Export Financing Scheme (EFS) and Long-Term Financing Facility (LTF), with TDAP providing critical insights into accessing these opportunities and enhancing value addition to boost exports, said a news release received here on Sunday.
Islamabad, Feb 2: Chairman, Pakistan Business Forum (PBF) KP chapter Ashafaq Paracha has emphasized the urgent need for policy reform regarding the Special Economic Zones (SEZs) and industrial areas in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), said a press release issued here on Sunday.According to Paracha, the current approach of offering land for purchase in industrial zones has led to unintended consequences that hinder the growth of the region’s industrial sector. During the meeting with Senator Falak Naz Chitrai, Paracha pointed out that one of the significant challenges in KP’s industrial development is the way plots are being treated. “We have seen that…
Islamabad, Feb 2: The World Wetlands Day 2025 was observed on Sunday, February 2, under the theme “Protecting Wetlands for Our Common Future” to raise public awareness about the importance of wetland conservation and restoration. Significance of World Wetlands Day The United Nations officially designated February 2 as World Wetlands Day on August 30, 2021, to commemorate the adoption of the Ramsar Convention on Wetlands in 1971. The Ramsar Convention is a global treaty that aims to promote the conservation and sustainable use of wetlands by encouraging nations to establish protected areas, implement effective policies, and share scientific knowledge. So…
Islamabad, Feb 2: Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar has reaffirmed that the Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act (PECA) is aimed at combating fake news and addressing social media abuses, rather than restricting journalistic freedom. Speaking as the chief guest at the oath-taking ceremony of the Associated Press of Pakistan (APP) Union on Sunday, Tarar stressed that unchecked digital platforms are fueling misinformation, harassment, threats to national security, and economic instability. To regulate digital content, the minister announced the formation of the Digital Media Protection Authority, which will include representatives from the private sector, press clubs, journalist organizations,…
Islamabad, Feb 2: Coordinator to the Prime Minister for Climate Change, Romina Khurshid Alam, has called for immediate and intensified efforts to safeguard wetlands, emphasizing their crucial role in environmental sustainability, biodiversity conservation, and climate change mitigation. In her message on World Wetland Day, observed under the theme “Protecting Wetlands for Our Common Future,” Alam underscored the essential function wetlands play in maintaining ecological balance, supporting diverse species, and mitigating climate change impacts. She urged both global and national stakeholders to enhance efforts in conserving these vital ecosystems. Recognizing the importance of wetlands, Pakistan has designated 19 wetlands of international…
Islamabad, Feb 1: OpenAI has unveiled its latest model, the o3-mini, on Friday, introducing a significant enhancement to ChatGPT. This new reasoning model is now accessible to all users, including those on the free tier, for the first time. To use it, ChatGPT users simply need to click the “Reason” button in the message interface, offering a more powerful tool for problem-solving and complex reasoning. The o3-mini model has shown impressive performance in internal testing, processing responses 24% faster than the previous o1-mini model. When set to a “medium” reasoning effort, the o3-mini delivers results comparable to OpenAI’s more premium…
The highly anticipated drama “Duniyapur” is set to take the screens by storm on Green TV, and viewers are in for an unforgettable experience. With an estimated production budget of 30 crore rupees, this revenge-driven tale promises to break the mold of typical TV dramas. Not confined to indoor sets, Duniyapur delivers intense action sequences and picturesque outdoor locations, offering a refreshing visual treat. Written by the talented Radain Shah and directed by Shahid Shafaat, this mega production is generating a lot of buzz, with teasers fueling excitement among drama lovers. The plot centers around family feuds, power struggles, and…
Islamabad, Feb 1: The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has issued a statement denying recent reports about procedural delays in the merger of two major telecom companies in Pakistan. According to a news report, the merger was allegedly pending due to delays by the SECP in approving the transaction. However, the SECP has clarified that the information is incorrect. The press release, issued on Friday, states that no such merger transaction has been submitted to the SECP for approval. It further emphasized that SECP is only responsible for sanctioning schemes of arrangement for small-sized companies and public sector…
Islamabad, Feb 1: Saudi Arabia’s new airline, Flyadeal, has launched flights to Pakistan.
