The government of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has initiated solar energy initiatives to tackle the problem of electricity shortage in the combined tribal areas. A few of these projects have already been effectively finished. 900 mosques and other houses of worship have switched to solar power, producing 1.73 MW of electricity per day and saving millions of rupees every month, according to a Business Recorder story. In the Khyber area, the province administration intends to switch 3,050 mosques and 1,100 institutions to solar power this year. Moreover, solar mini grids would be connected to business hubs. The Khyber district representative to the…
Author: Mawadat Fatima
On Monday, a number of flights were canceled at Jinnah International Airport in Karachi as a result of operational and technical difficulties. Due to operational and technical problems, PIA flights PK-157 from Karachi to Islamkot and PK-503 from Karachi to Gwadar were both canceled on Monday. Due to the anticipated rains, the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) had earlier issued a rain warning for Karachi Airport. The CAA has issued a rain notice for Karachi Airport, which calls for the following actions: moving small aircraft to secure places, fastening their wings with weights, monitoring the runway and its surroundings for the next…
With many more games to add to its platform, Netflix has big aspirations to grow its gaming library. In a recent financial conference call, the business disclosed that it has more than 80 titles in development. The massive streaming service is committed to improving its user experience for its members by using lessons from its early gaming endeavors. Netflix is refining its gaming services via the use of data-driven strategies. The firm intends to strengthen its library of games by examining the success of its early releases. Creating games based on well-liked Netflix series, leveraging existing fan communities, and increasing…
Despite doubts about India’s involvement, Pakistan’s fast bowler Hasan Ali has made it clear that his country is committed to host the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 exclusively on home territory. The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has reiterated its determination to conduct all matches within Pakistan from February to March of next year, and it has categorically refuted rumors that it may shift the event to a neutral location. Hasan Ali, the 2017 edition’s Player of the Tournament, voiced his opinions on the subject in a heated speech on a local station. “If we are traveling to India to play, then…
Although drones are already considered essential tools in many industries, their short flight times sometimes restrict their usefulness. Scientists are working hard to design drones that can fly continuously in order to overcome this obstacle. China’s Beihang University researchers have achieved major progress in this area by developing a solar-powered drone that could fly for an extended period of time. Under the direction of Mingjing Qi, the group has created an innovative circuit that effectively increases the voltage produced by solar panels. The successful integration of this cutting-edge technology into a small drone prototype represents a significant advancement toward the…
The Benazir Income Support Program (BISP) is a targeted power subsidy program that the federal government is developing for implementation in low-income families. The Federal Cabinet is now considering this proposal, which would replace a general, unfocused subsidy with one that would just help poor power users, according to Business Recorder. A plan to identify and support eligible families has been created by the Power Division in partnership with BISP. Using predetermined criteria, BISP will use its National Socio-Economic Registry (NSER) database to identify possible recipients. This procedure entails counting the quantity of subsidies that will be given out and…
The disputed sales tax SRO 350(I)/2024 is no longer applicable, which presents issues for registered taxpayers completing their sales tax returns. This decision was made by the Lahore High Court (LHC). Additionally, the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has been instructed by the LHC to receive sales tax returns from taxpayers. According to the LHC ruling in Shahzad Textile Mills v. Federation of Pakistan, the petitioners’ attorney argues that section 50 of the Sales Tax Act, 1990 does not permit the Board to issue the contested notification S.R.O. 350(1)/2024 because it only grants the Board the authority to make rules by…
The government imported mobile phones worth $1.898 billion for the fiscal year 2023-24, indicating a gain of 233 percent when compared to $570.071 million during the fiscal year 2022-23. In terms of rupees, the nation imported mobile phones worth Rs. 535.690 billion in fiscal year 2023–24, a 291.45 percent increase over the previous year’s total of Rs. 136.847 billion. According to statistics issued by the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS), mobile phone imports into Pakistan rose by 76.77 percent on a month-over-month (MoM) basis in June 2024, totaling $278.574 million, as opposed to imports of $157.592 million in May 2024. In…
Following are the selling/buying rates of major currencies issued by the National Bank of Pakistan (NBP), here on Monday. CURRENCY SELLING BUYING USD 281.34 275.22 GBP 363.53 355.61 EUR 306.44 …
Pakistan’s automobile sector is going through a transitional period that is being marked by changes in customer tastes, legislative reforms, and technological improvements. Comprehending the most recent automotive trends in Pakistan is vital for all parties involved, such as producers, retailers, and buyers. Overview of Pakistan’s Automotive Industry Over the past few years, Pakistan’s automotive sector has experienced substantial expansion, fueled by both favorable government regulations and an increase in car demand. A vast variety of vehicles are included in this industry, such as tractors, motorbikes, passenger cars, and commercial vehicles. Notable participants in the industry comprise Suzuki, Toyota, Honda,…