The automotive industry in South Asia is quickly evolving, with electric vehicles (EVs) gaining grip as an eco-friendly alternative to traditional burning engine vehicles. Among these, the Tata Nano EV has rise up as a noteworthy contender in the Indian market, known for its affordability and practical features. However, when we compare it to similar spec cars in Pakistan, a significant price disparity becomes apparent. Tata Nano EV: Specifications and Pricing in India The Tata Nano EV is priced at approximately 5 lakh INR, translating to around 15-16 lakh PKR. This pricing strategy positions it as one of the most…
Author: Mawadat Fatima
ISLAMABAD, july26: The Secretary of the Ministry of IT and Telecom has been appointed by the federal government to a three-month term. “With immediate effect, the Establishment Division announced on Thursday that Ms. Aisha Humera Ch., a BS-21 officer of the Secretariat Group, who is currently serving as the Ministry of Information Technology and Telecommunication’s Additional Secretary, has been assigned current charge of the post of Secretary, Ministry of Information Technology and Telecommunication, in addition to her own duties, for a period of three months or until the regular incumbent is posted, whichever is earlier. “This follows the removal of…
ISLAMABAD July26: The All-Pakistan Textile Mills Association (APTMA) has sought a forensic audit of the independent power producers (IPPs) and a review of the agreements between the IPPs. According to APTMA Chairman Asif Inam, exporting has become challenging due to the high cost of power. He answered, “We have indicated the course of action.” He insisted that a forensic audit of the independent power producers (IPPs) be started by the government. In addition, he called for a quick review of the agreements with the IPPs. According to him, capacity fees and high electricity costs have an adverse effect on Pakistani…
ISLAMABAD, july26: The Pakistan Sports Board (PSB) returned Rs380 million to the Finance Division for the 2023–24 fiscal year on account of mismanagement and possible political influence, which is another major blow to the country’s sports industry. Funds that were not spent were a result of the Ministry of Inter-Provincial Coordination (IPC) and PSB’s chaotic activities, according to sources. When the spending was not approved by the newly appointed Yasir Peerzada or temporary PSB Director General Ch Zahoor in June, a standoff resulted. After taking office on June 22, Peerzada declined to remove the backlog, claiming that prior administrators had…
ISLAMABAD, july26: Concerns have been voiced by former Pakistani captain Rashid Latif over the BCCI’s choice of Suryakumar Yadav over Hardik Pandya as India’s next Twenty20 international captain. Latif implied that once Rohit Sharma decided to resign as captain after the T20 World Cup, Pandya’s fitness issues were utilized as a justification to keep him from the position. Pandya has served as Sharma’s deputy during India’s victorious Twenty20 World Cup campaign in the past. To prepare him for future leadership, Shubman Gill was also named the new T20I vice captain, succeeding Pandya. According to Latif, fitness ought not to have…
ISLAMABAD, july26: On Monday, July 29, Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA), which has been unsuccessful in collecting arrears from telecom businesses, is scheduled to respond before the National Accountability Bureau (NAB). Along with the documents pertaining to the non-recovery of arrears from Wireless Local Loop (WLL) and Long Distance International (LDI) firms, which caused financial losses to the national exchequer, NAB Karachi questioned PTA officials on July 22. PTA representatives asked for more time to prepare their response, but they did not show up before NAB on July 22. The PTA has now been told by NAB to turn in its answer…
ISLAMABAD, july26: The World Drowning Prevention Day is being observed here on Friday. In honor of this occasion, the Director General of Rescue 1122, Dr. Muhammad Ayaz Khan, gave a meeage highlighting the importance of the diving service in different districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. He disclosed that since the organization’s founding, Rescue 1122 has provided services in 4,160 drowning incidents; Mardan reported 580 incidents, Peshawar 552, Swat 451, Nowshera 450, and Charsadda 225 drowning incidents where Rescue 1122 conducted search operations and rescued over 6,380 people. He went on to say that the latest technology, such as rubber boats, fiber…
ISLAMABAD, july26: Following are the selling/buying rates of major currencies issued by the National Bank of Pakistan (NBP), here on Friday. CURRENCY SELLING BUYING USD 281.08 275.52 GBP 361.62 354.44 EUR 305.23 …
Islamabad, JULY26: In the event that the federal government does not revoke the new withholding tax on rice and pulses, the Karachi Wholesale Grocers Association has threatened to go on strike. The government has five days to remove the new tax, according to the organization. At a press conference, Chairperson Abdul Rauf Ibrahim declared that they will all be against the withholding tax. By July 30, the traders will have chosen their ultimate course of action. He threatened legal action if their demands were not granted, stating that the new levy will raise consumer costs by Rs. 10-15 per kilogram.…
ISLAMABAD, july26: Today marks the 1-year anniversary of my arrival in Pakistan. And what a year it’s been! It’s a country that I’d always wanted to live in, with a wonderful reputation in the UK thanks to its warm hospitality, natural beauty, rich cultural heritage and culinary delights. It has not disappointed. I feel lucky to be able to hike in some of the most beautiful parts of the world, regularly taking advantage of the Margalla Hills on my doorstep, and some special weekends to Nathia Gali. While it wasn’t the year for either of our cricket teams, it didn’t…
