Peshawar: In welcome news for students, the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has announced summer holidays for schools starting from June 1st to August 31st. Amid the ongoing heatwave, all primary schools in the province will be closed during this period, as per the official notification issued by the provincial government. Additionally, according to the Department of Education, middle, high, and higher secondary schools will observe summer holidays from June 15th to August 31st. Schools in upper districts will be closed from July 1st to July 31st.
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In Karachi, the Pakistan Meteorological Department has forecasted very hot weather across most parts of Sindh province over the next 24 hours. Coastal areas are expected to experience hot and humid conditions, with the possibility of dust-raising gusts of wind. During this period, day temperatures are projected to be 6 to 8 degrees Celsius higher than normal in upper districts. Overall, the province is expected to experience predominantly very hot weather conditions.
British-Pakistani Sufi opera star, Saira Peter, has been acknowledged with a special letter of appreciation from Buckingham Palace for her rendition of the British national anthem, ‘God Save the King,’ following the coronation of King Charles III. The King expressed his gratitude and best wishes to Saira upon receiving her recording, performed in soprano vocal range. Accompanying the letter was a signed photo card from King Charles III and Queen Camilla. Commissioned by the UK Government offices at Hastings Town Hall in East Sussex, the recording is utilized for official government events across the region, including citizenship ceremonies, as stated…
The Ministry of Industry and Production issued a statement on Saturday, refuting rumors regarding the withdrawal of gas subsidy for fertilizer companies as baseless. The Ministry’s spokesperson emphasized that this issue was never on the cabinet’s agenda. Clarifying further, he mentioned that gas prices for fertilizer companies will be decided by the Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) according to established rules to ensure stability in fertilizer prices. He urged against unnecessary speculation concerning fertilizer prices.
Adviser to the Prime Minister on Political and Public Affairs, Rana Sanaullah, has committed to reinvigorating sports in Pakistan, aligning with the Prime Minister’s vision. In his role, Rana, also overseeing the Ministry of Inter-Provincial Coordination (IPC), chaired a high-level meeting in Islamabad to strategize the revitalization of sports in educational institutions. Attended by Federal Secretary IPC Nadeem Irshad Kayani, Federal Secretary for Education Mohyuddin Ahmad Wani, and senior officials from all provinces, including Azad Kashmir and Gilgit-Baltistan, the meeting focused on enhancing sports infrastructure at the school level. Rana stressed the importance of nurturing sports talent from grassroots to…
WhatsApp has been striving to keep up with competitors like Telegram in terms of feature offerings. Now, WhatsApp is finally addressing a long-standing demand by working on the inclusion of customizable chat bubble colors. This update, spotted by WABetaInfo in the latest WhatsApp beta version, suggests Meta is currently testing the feature before a wider release. The new feature, displayed in screenshots, reveals a new section within chat themes allowing users to select from various default chat theme colors. Alongside the existing options, users can now choose from a range including blue, black and white, as well as magenta and…
Overseas Pakistanis’ remittances through the Roshan Digital Account have surged past the $8 billion mark, according to a recent SBP report. Launched in mid-2020, the initiative has attracted over 700,000 account holders, showcasing growing confidence and engagement from the diaspora in Pakistan’s financial landscape. In April alone, $17.10 billion was remitted through the Roshan Digital Account, marking a 6% decrease from March. However, despite the decline, the total number of accounts reached 689,650 by the end of April, with nearly 10,000 new accounts added during the month. Since its inception, the RDA has received $1.58 billion in remittances, with $4.92…
Suzuki Motor Corporation is set to expand its operations in Pakistan by establishing a biogas plant in Karachi. This initiative was discussed by Kenichi Ayukawa, Global Vice President of Suzuki, and Rana Tanveer Hussain, Pakistan’s Federal Minister for Industries and Production, in Islamabad. The minister highlighted the auto industry’s pivotal role in Pakistan’s economy, contributing significantly to employment, economic growth, and technological advancements. He also reiterated the government’s commitment to supporting the automotive sector through tax breaks and incentives, particularly for new technologies such as Electric Vehicles (EVs) and hybrids. Suzuki’s long-standing presence in Pakistan and its recent export achievements…
Karakoram International University (KIU) in Gilgit-Baltistan recently hosted a vibrant Chinese Food and Cultural Festival, showcasing the rich flavors and traditions of China. The event commemorated the 73rd anniversary of Pakistan-China diplomatic relations, underscoring the deep-rooted friendship between the two nations, as reported by Gwadar Pro. The festival, meticulously organized by the China Study Centre, International Office, and the Confucius Institute at KIU, transformed the venue into a bustling marketplace filled with Chinese delicacies and cultural artifacts. Students enthusiastically participated in workshops on using chopsticks, mastering the art of eating traditional Chinese dishes like noodles and dumplings. Their joy in…
At least 11 people have died from suspected heat-related causes in western India, and Pakistan also sweltered in extreme temperatures on Friday. Meanwhile, parts of Bangladesh and neighboring regions are preparing for a likely cyclone this weekend. In India’s western Rajasthan state, local media reported nine suspected heat-related deaths. Phalodi, a desert town in Rajasthan, recorded a temperature of 49 degrees Celsius (120.2 Fahrenheit) on Friday, the highest in the country this year. Disaster management officials in Rajasthan have yet to confirm the exact cause of these deaths, pending medical examinations. Weather officials have issued warnings of conditions ranging from…
