Islamabad, Sep 23: Islamabad Capital Territory (ICT) is facing a significant water shortage, with a daily requirement of 126 million gallons for its population of 2.3 million. The Capital Development Authority (CDA) currently supplies only 70 to 80 million gallons, resulting in a considerable shortfall. Despite having three dams—Smalley, Rawal, and Khanpur—and 201 tube wells, the CDA has struggled to meet the city’s water needs. To address this crisis, the CDA has announced plans for two new dams: Shahdara Dam and Chinyot Dam, expected to be completed within four years. These projects aim to provide an additional 18 to 21…
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Islamabad, Sep 23: The Parks and Horticulture Authority (PHA) Rawalpindi has been instructed to enhance city parks as part of the ‘Green Punjab Initiative.’ During a recent visit, Special Secretary Housing and Urban Development, Tayyab Farid, praised PHA’s efforts and emphasized the importance of upgrading Rawalpindi’s parks. PHA’s Director General, Ahmed Hassan Ranjha, briefed the Special Secretary on various development projects and plantation targets. The Secretary commended PHA’s commitment to green development and ongoing beautification initiatives. Additionally, during the visit, the Secretary and DG PHA planted a sapling at Shahbaz Sharif Park (Rawal Park), highlighting their dedication to enhancing urban…
Islamabad, Sep 23: China has urged its citizens in Israel to leave “as soon as possible” amid escalating tensions between Israel and Hezbollah. The Chinese embassy in Israel warned of the severe and unpredictable security situation, emphasizing the need for citizens to either return home or relocate to safer areas. Tensions have heightened as both Israel and Hezbollah threaten to escalate cross-border attacks despite international appeals for de-escalation. Recently, an Israeli airstrike in a Hezbollah stronghold in Beirut resulted in the death of Ibrahim Aqil, the head of Hezbollah’s elite Radwan Force. This strike followed coordinated blasts across Lebanon that…
Islamabad, Sep 23: Redmi has officially announced the launch date for its highly anticipated Note 14 series in China, set for September 26 at 7 PM local time (4 PM Pakistan time). Alongside the new smartphones, Redmi will also introduce the Redmi Buds 6 TWS earbuds. The Note 14 lineup will feature three models: the standard Note 14, Note 14 Pro, and Note 14 Pro+. Official images reveal that the Pro and Pro+ variants will have a curved-edge display, a popular design choice in mid-range smartphones. The Note 14 Pro’s rear panel showcases a unique squircle camera island, housing three…
Islamabad, Sep 23: The Exchange Rates Committee of Financial Markets Association of Pakistan issued the following Exchange rates bulletin, here on Monday. CONVERSION RATES FOR SEPTEMBER 23, 2024, FOR FOREIGN CURRENCY FOR FORWARD COVER FOR DEPOSITS (EXCLUDING FE 25 DEPOSITS) SBP SETTLEMENT VALUE DATE SEPTEMBER 25, 2024 USD 277.7757 GBP 369.7195 EUR 310.1088 JPY 1.9346
Islamabad, Sep 23: The second phase of the anti-polio campaign has commenced in three districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, targeting 672,000 children under the age of five for vaccination against the disease. The health department has organized over 4,000 teams to administer the anti-polio drops, and 4,896 police personnel have been deployed to ensure their security. This phase of the campaign is taking place in Tank, Lakki Marwat, and Dera Ismail Khan, as part of ongoing efforts to eliminate polio in the region.
Islamabad, Sep 23: After a week of robust activity, stocks tumbled at the Pakistan Stock Exchange on Monday. The KSE-100 index lost 120 points, settling at 81,954 points. Last week, the stock market experienced a significant upward trend, buoyed by optimism surrounding a potential deal with the International Monetary Fund (IMF), especially after Pakistan’s name was included in the IMF’s upcoming board meeting on September 25. The KSE-100 index even broke the 82,000-point barrier, reaching a record high of 82,317 points after gaining 858 points on Friday. In the interbank market, the US dollar continued to depreciate, trading at Rs277.70…
Islamabad, Sep 23: Karachi residents should prepare for hotter days ahead, as the Meteorological Department has forecast a rise in temperatures. Chief Meteorologist Sardar Sarfaraz reports that the city will experience hot and humid weather over the next 24 hours, with temperatures expected to peak between 33 and 35 degrees Celsius. Currently, westward winds are blowing at 15 kilometers per hour, and humidity levels are high at 78%. The minimum temperature recorded today was 27.5 degrees Celsius. With strong sunshine expected, residents are advised to take precautions and stay hydrated during these sweltering conditions.
Islamabad, Sep 23: People’s Republic of China President Xi Jinping has sent heartfelt birthday wishes to Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif through a special letter. In his message, President Xi emphasized the strong and enduring partnership between China and Pakistan, noting their mutual support in both good and challenging times. He assured that global changes would not affect their ties, highlighting the fruitful discussions during Prime Minister Shehbaz’s visit to China in June. The President reaffirmed his commitment to strengthening relations, particularly through strategic cooperation on projects like the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), aimed at securing a prosperous future for both…
Islamabad, Sep 23: The US dollar continued its depreciation trend on Monday, marking the ninth consecutive day of decline in the exchange market. Currency dealers reported a drop of 4 paisas, with the dollar trading at Rs277.80 at the start of the business day. In the open market, the British pound was bought at Rs367.5 and sold at Rs368, while the Euro traded at Rs308. The Saudi Riyal was priced at Rs74.8, and the Bahraini Dinar at Rs735. In a positive turn for the economy, the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) reached an all-time high, with the KSE-100 index gaining 333…