Islamabad, Nov 2: Unfortunately, Lahore, a city known for its rich cultural legacy and history, has come to be associated with air pollution. Significant health concerns are associated with the city’s smog-filled days, particularly for vulnerable groups including children, the elderly, and people with respiratory disorders. Lahore Smog is one significant environmental contaminant that has wide-ranging impacts. It results in acid rain, which is bad for plants and soil. Smog weakens plant tissues and reduces photosynthesis, which hinders plant development and agricultural output. Smog is harmful to human health in addition to its effects on the environment. Because of the…
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Islamabad, Nov 2: Sindh Crackdown on Unauthorized Vehicle Mods In Karachi, Sindh Senior Minister Sharjeel Memon declared a crackdown on police lights, tinted windows, and altered license plates. Strict measures will be implemented immediately. Memon made it clear that nobody, no matter how powerful, would be permitted to disobey the regulations. To keep the peace, the Sindh government is dedicated to vigorously implementing the law. The new regulations allow law enforcement to remove the plastic coating from private car tinted windows. The only people spared are those who have a medical certificate attesting to their sensitivity to sunlight. Additionally, authorities…
Islamabad, Nov 2: BYD Sold Over 500,000 Cars in October 2024, Breaking Records In October, BYD delivered 500,526 electric passenger vehicles, a 66% increase from the 301,095 units delivered in the same month the year before. Additionally, this number is a 20% increase over the 417,603 units sold in September. BYD sold 3,236,927 electric cars between January and October 2024, a 36% increase over the same time the previous year. Although the business dismissed speculations that it will raise the goal to 4 million, BYD’s 2024 ambition is to sell 3.6 million vehicles. New Energy cars (NEVs), including plug-in hybrids…
Islamabad, Nov 2: Gemini AI Enhances Google Maps with Smart Features Google has released a significant update to Maps that includes a number of AI-based features powered by its Gemini AI. The update makes the app a more intelligent travel companion and is being made available to iOS and Android users this week. Users can now get tailored suggestions for places to visit and things to do thanks to the latest AI advancements. Maps may now create personalized itineraries for individuals or groups in designated regions. Additionally, the system provides AI-powered summaries of user ratings and can answer specific questions…
Islamabad, Nov 1: Pakistan International Driving License Accepted Globally With a Pakistani-issued International Driving License (IDL), you are currently able to drive in 132 countries. Pakistanis can now travel the world more easily because to this new chance, which lets them to drive lawfully and without the need for additional permissions. In addition to making driving easier, the license gives Pakistani tourists the ability to travel for business, pleasure, or cultural exploration. An outline of the nations that accept it can be found here. Continent Countries North America United States, Canada, Mexico, Jamaica, Barbados, Trinidad and Tobago, Costa Rica Europe…
Islamabad, Nov 2: Toyota Land Cruiser ROX Classic Style Meets Modern Off-Roading Toyota has shown the intriguing Land Cruiser ROX concept, a tough, open-top SUV designed for off-road excursions. At the SEMA event in Las Vegas, this distinctive design will make its debut. ROX, which stands for “Recreation Open eXperience,” was inspired by vintage Land Cruisers and represents Toyota’s goal of an enjoyable, adaptable off-road vehicle. What’s New? Though significantly altered, the ROX concept is based on the 2024 Land Cruiser. A portion of the SUV may be converted into a pickup truck bed thanks to its open rear section…
Islamabad, Nov 2: Punjab Mandates Female Staff for Women Hostels and Schools The Punjab Higher Education Department has launched an action plan to guarantee the hiring of female-only staff in female educational institutions throughout the province in a significant attempt to improve the safety of female students. The goal of this program, which targets both public and private institutions, is to give female students a safe environment. Male employees have been moved from places designated for female pupils. All educational institutions, including colleges, universities, and schools, are now required to have CCTV cameras. Senior female officials will perform hourly checks…
Islamabad, Nov 2: Sindh Health Insurance for Police Officers Unveiled Ghulam Nabi Memon, the head of Sindh police, declared that a health insurance program for police officers and staff would formally begin on November 1. He thanked the Sindh government for its humanitarian effort during a meeting at the Central Police Office. Other IGs from Karachi, CTD, operations, welfare, and other DIGs joined the meeting. Beginning on November 1, police officers and their families will have access to up to Rs1 million in medical care at 200 private hospitals across the country thanks to funding provided by the Sindh government.…
Islamabad, Nov 2: WhatsApp Chat Categories Feature Now Allows Users to Organize Chats in Multiple Ways Custom lists, an improved version of the chat filters that were first released earlier this year, are the most recent update to Meta’s messaging service WhatsApp. With the help of this new tool, users may now group their chats into customized categories, such as neighborhood connections, work-related conversations, and family communications. It’s simple to utilize conversation filters: just press the + symbol in the filter bar at the top of the Chats page to create new lists. A long press on any current list…
Islamabad, Nov 2: On Saturday morning, the capital city of Punjab experienced a dangerously high air quality index (AQI) rating of 1067, which subsequently improved to 702. On the global list of dangerous air quality, Lahore has been at the top, followed by Kolkata, India, with 253 AQI readings, Delhi, 238; Mumbai, 199; and Tashkent, Uzbekistan, with 181 readings. People working in Lahore’s smog-polluted air are experiencing severe health issues, including burning eyes, coughing, and trouble breathing. AQI as high as 151-200 is considered unhealthy, while an AQI rating between 201 to 300 is more harmful and AQI over 300…
