Islamabad, Aug 26: Lahore: According to a report on August 26, Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz proposed the creation of Parks and Horticulture Authorities (PHAs) in each district of the province to improve cleanliness. According to specifics, the Chief Minister has ordered lamps to be turned on in every city and that as many trees as possible be planted. She emphasized the dedication of the province government to resolving societal concerns and raising standard of living in general. Chief Minister Nawaz emphasized that the goal of establishing PHAs in every district is to greatly increase activities related to cleaning and…
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Islamabad, Aug 26: After Bangladesh defeated Pakistan in a historic match at Rawalpindi, veteran cricket player Mushfiqur Rahim garnered media attention for both his outstanding on-field exploits and his kind actions off it. Following his magnificent 191-run innings against Pakistan in the first Test at Rawalpindi, Rahim declared he would donate his prize money to the people of Bangladesh afflicted by the floods. Rahim was chosen Man of the Match. The nation is currently dealing with severe flooding that has destroyed 11 districts, affected over 4.8 million people, and claimed 15 lives. “I would like to give my prize money…
Islamabad, Aug 26: Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has stepped up efforts to enforce the prohibition on taking pictures and recording videos while in flight, especially during crucial moments like takeoff and landing. The PIA has started routinely reminding passengers of the ban in response to the growing habit of passengers taking pictures and films while aboard. The airline highlights that this action complies with Pakistan’s aviation laws, which sternly prohibit taking pictures while in flight. According to a PIA representative, the prohibition is intended to safeguard passengers’ privacy and avert any possible mishaps that can result from unapproved photography or…
Islamabad, Aug 26: In order to guarantee the digital safety and security of users throughout Pakistan, the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has started a cybersecurity audit of telecom operators. PTA sources state that PTA will take final consideration to ensure that competent companies of international standard meet all technical aspects of cybersecurity audit. PTA will then review the final audit to ensure that cybersecurity measures meet international standards. The audit will determine whether telecom operators have installed firewalls and whether they have implemented cybersecurity frameworks. Telecommunication companies would be closely examined to make sure that private and sensitive data are…
Islamabad, Aug 26: Weeks after Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz and Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) President Nawaz Sharif announced a reduction of Rs14 per unit in August and September electricity bills for Punjab and Islamabad consumers, the government began preparing to burden customers with an additional Rs46 billion as part of a quarterly adjustment on Monday. The most recent increase in power bills, which run from April to June, ask for Rs22 billion to be paid to Independent Power Producers (IPPs) as capacity payments. In addition, an additional Rs. 10 billion will be levied for the transmission and distribution of…
Islamabad, Aug 26: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif established a one-month timetable for all government departments to transition to an electronic office system. Within a month, the premier directed all relevant authorities to make sure that the e-office system is implemented in every government office. He issued a warning, saying that going forward, there would be no room for delays in the shift to paperless office work and that all file work would need to be done electronically beginning next month. The transition to e-office, he continued, is essential for boosting governance and transparency. Within two weeks, a status update on…
Islamabad, Aug 26: Only a few days after being appointed, former Pakistan cricket star Waqar Younis is reportedly resigning from his role as Advisor of Cricket Affairs to PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi. This unexpected move comes amid resistance within the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), with some officials feeling hesitant to collaborate with the former fast bowler, particularly from the International Cricket Department. Waqar’s stint at the PCB office was brief, as he was not observed there for several days after his joint press conference with Chairman Naqvi. Sources indicate that his decision to resign may have been significantly influenced by…
Islamabad, Aug 26: a potent new monsoon system is expected to arrive in Pakistan today and bring with it torrential rainfall to Punjab and Sindh through August 29. In addition to thunderstorms, there will likely be a lot of rainfall throughout Sindh, particularly in Karachi, Hyderabad, Dadu, Thatta, Badin, Sajawal, Shaheed Benazirabad, Jamshoro, Tharparkar, Nagarparkar, Islamkot, Mithi, Mirpurkhas, Umerkot, Matiari, Sanghar, and Sukkur. The Pakistan Meteorological Department reports that strong gusts, sporadic showers, and maybe severe thunderstorms are possible in Ghotki, Shikarpur, Kashmore, Khairpur, Larkana, Jacobabad, and Naushahro Feroze. Heavy rains in Southeast Sindh have the potential to create road…
Islamabad, Aug 26: In an effort to preserve law and order during the Chehlum of Hazrat Imam Hussain (A. S.), cellular services (voice and data) have been banned in Karachi and other parts of Sindh today. The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) released a statement saying, “It is to inform the general public that on the directions of the Ministry of Interior Government of Pakistan voice and data service will remain suspended in Karachi and interior Sindh including Khairpur, Hyderabad Larkana, Sukkur, and Shikarpur on 26 August 2024 with immediate effect.” “This decision has been taken to maintain law and order…
Islamabad, Aug 25: The Sindh-Makran coast is expected to see coastal flooding due to a significant monsoon spell that is expected to start today, according to the Met Office. Fishermen are urged by the weather agency not to go out into open waters between August 27 and August 30. Additionally, PMD has cautioned that low-lying parts of Sindh, Baluchistan, and southern Punjab may experience pluvial floods or inundations in its alert. It should be noted that the Karachi municipal administration has canceled employee leaves of absence and declared a state of emergency and high alert for its personnel. Due to…
