Islamabad, Sep 27: Chairman of the Standing Committee on Petroleum, Ghulam Mustafa Mehmood, has raised serious concerns regarding Low-Quality Oil produced by local refineries, linking it to rising cancer and asthma rates in Pakistan. In a meeting on Thursday, he emphasized that five refineries must sign agreements to meet international standards by October 22, citing the health risks associated with Low-Quality Oil. The session also involved senior officials from the Oil and Gas Development Company Limited (OGDCL) and Pakistan Petroleum Limited (PPL), who were in London discussing the Reko Diq Project. Secretary of Petroleum Momin Agha noted that Petroleum Minister…
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Islamabad, Sep 27: Weather Forecast: Warm weather continues to end the week. Today will be sunny, breezy, and cooler, with highs primarily in the 60s due to a cold front that passed through last night. High pressure will return by Friday into Saturday, pushing temperatures back up to the upper 70s and mid-80s. As we head into Sunday and next week, expect pleasant fall weather, with highs ranging from the 60s to 70s under mostly sunny skies.
Islamabad, Sep 27: Sri Lankan Batter Equals the Record Of Babar Azam in Test Cricket On the opening day of Sri Lanka’s second Test against New Zealand, Mendis scored an unbeaten half-century, marking his eighth consecutive 50-plus score in Test matches. This achievement ties him with Azam, who reached the same milestone in 2022. Mendis’s latest half-century also establishes him as the first cricketer to score 50 or more in each of his first eight Test matches, breaking the previous record held by Pakistan’s Saud Shakeel, who had achieved the feat in seven consecutive matches. Mendis’s consistent form since returning…
Islamabad, Sep 27: Canada vs Oman by 5 Wickets in ICC World League 2 Thriller The standout performer, Pargat Singh, delivered an all-round masterclass, scoring 83 off 95 balls and claiming two wickets for 22 runs. Match Summary Canada vs Oman batted first, posting 198/8 in their 50 overs, largely built around a 111-run partnership between Kashyap Prajapati (52) and Aqib Ilyas (61). Despite their efforts, Oman’s middle-order collapsed, leaving them with a subpar total. Kaleem Sana (2/30) and Pargat Singh (2/22) were the standout bowlers for Canada. In response, Canada chased down the target in 45.3 overs, thanks to a…
Islamabad, Sep 27: India vs Bangladesh 2nd Test: Bangladesh at 74/2 at Lunch all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan has expressed his desire to play his farewell Test match in Bangladesh during the upcoming series against South Africa, contingent upon receiving personal security cover due to an ongoing case against him. However, Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) president Faruque Ahmed has denied the board’s ability to provide such security. Security Concerns Faruque stated that individual security is not within the BCB’s jurisdiction, emphasizing that Shakib needs to seek security from the highest level of government. “Shakib’s security is not in the board’s hand.…
Islamabad, Sep 27: Climate Change in 2024 is critical alarming impacts of climate change are increasingly evident. Rising temperatures are causing more severe weather patterns, droughts, and flooding, highlighting the urgency for immediate action to mitigate these effects and protect our planet for future generations. Recent reports indicate that average global temperatures have reached unprecedented levels, resulting in significant shifts in ecosystems and biodiversity. Many regions are experiencing record-breaking heatwaves, while others are facing the consequences of intense storms and heavy rainfall. The critical state of climate change in 2024 not only poses environmental challenges but also impacts human health,…
Islamabad, Sep 27: Petrol Prices in Pakistan may drop again from Oct 1. According to sources, while discussions are ongoing, the exact figures for the upcoming price adjustments have not yet been finalized. Recently, Brent crude oil prices fell by approximately $0.50, settling at about $72.27 per barrel, while US crude oil prices decreased by 37 cents. This trend presents a positive outlook for Pakistani consumers, indicating potential relief at fuel stations. Recent Price Adjustments On September 15, the government announced a reduction in fuel prices effective from September 16. The petrol prices in Pakistan are as follows: Petrol: Decreased by…
Islamabad, Sep 27: Xiaomi 14t in Pakistan price specs and features Known for delivering high-quality devices at affordable rates, Xiaomi continues its tradition with the Xiaomi 14T, offering top-tier specifications at an attractive price. Design and Display The Xiaomi 14T boasts a sleek design with a 6.67-inch AMOLED display that offers Full HD+ resolution (2400 x 1080 pixels) and a 120Hz refresh rate. The display also supports HDR10+, enhancing the visual experience with vibrant colors and deep contrast, ideal for gaming and content consumption. Performance and Storage Powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 888 chipset and 8GB of RAM, the Xiaomi 14T…
Islamabad, Sep 27: In a shocking cyberattack on the night of September 25, renowned YouTuber Ranveer Allahbadia, best known for his Beer Biceps channel, fell victim to a major hacking incident. Cybercriminals not only took over his channel but also erased all of his original content, leaving his subscribers stunned. The hackers renamed Beer Biceps to “Tesla” and changed the channel’s handle to “@Elon. Trump. tesla_live2024.” Ranveer Allahbadia personal channel was also compromised, being rebranded as “@Tesla. Event. trump_2024.” This attack is part of a worrying pattern of cyber threats, following the recent hacking of India’s Supreme Court YouTube channel.…
Islamabad, Sep 27: Pakistan signs contract for selling JF-17 Block-III fighter jets to Azerbaijan In a significant development aimed at strengthening bilateral defense cooperation, Pakistan and Azerbaijan have signed an agreement for the sale of JF-17 Block III fighter jets, marking a key milestone in Pakistan’s growing defense exports. The deal, which follows the recent visit of Azerbaijan’s President Ilham Aliyev to Pakistan, will significantly enhance Azerbaijan’s airpower capabilities. During his visit, President Aliyev was briefed on the advanced features of the selling JF-17 Block-III a 4.5-generation multi-role fighter equipped with AESA radar and Beyond Visual Range (BVR) missiles. Impressed by…