Mustehkam Pakistan, a dedicated advocacy firm committed to safeguarding community interests, expresses deep concern over the ongoing disruptions faced by residents and commuters in Karachi due to prolonged delays in completing the Red Line Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) project. These delays have exacerbated severe health, economic, and environmental challenges within the city. The construction activities have caused significant disruptions, including dug-up roads, open drains, and excessive dust, posing serious issues for both residents and commuters. Reports from the Sindh Environmental Protection Agency (SEPA) indicate a substantial deterioration in Karachi’s air quality, with particulate matter (PM) levels surpassing the safe limits…
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Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, along with his Turkish counterpart Hakan Fidan, agreed on Monday to boost bilateral trade volume to $5 billion. This decision came after delegation-level discussions between the two sides, announced at a joint media briefing by the foreign ministers. During his visit, Fidan was welcomed by Additional Foreign Secretary (Afghanistan & West Asia) Ambassador Ahmed Naseem Warraich. Highlighting the extensive scope of bilateral relations, Dar emphasized the strengthening cooperation across various sectors, including trade, investment, connectivity, and defense, as well as the growing people-to-people ties between Pakistan and Turkey. Dar also called for…
JAKARTA: Elon Musk arrived in Bali, ahead of the anticipated launch of SpaceX’s Starlink internet service in Indonesia. The Indonesian government hopes this initiative will enhance internet accessibility and healthcare services in remote regions of the vast archipelago. Chief Investment Minister Luhut Binsar Pandjaitan welcomed Musk’s arrival by private jet at Bali’s airport, expressing plans for crucial collaborations, including the Starlink inauguration, according to his Instagram post. The launch event, set to take place with Indonesian President Joko Widodo at a community health center in Denpasar, Bali’s capital, aims to provide equal internet access across the country. Musk’s satellite venture,…
The Ministry of IT has established a Project Management Unit (PMU) for the DEEP project, appointing Director General IT Asfandyar Khan as the temporary Project Director. Aside from the main PMU at the Ministry of IT, two additional units have been formed at Ignite and the National Information Technology Board (NITB). According to sources cited by ProPakistani, the National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) and the Board of Investment (BOI) have also established their respective PMUs. These units are currently temporary and will transition into permanent entities after the completion of the hiring process. In March, the World Bank’s Board…
Punjab’s Education Minister, Rana Sikandar Hayat, has made the decision to initiate early summer holidays for both public and private schools due to the ongoing heatwave. These holidays will commence from May 25th and extend until May 31st. The announcement received significant support from parents, with 96% backing the government’s proactive measure to safeguard children from the severe heat. In a video message, Rana Sikandar Hayat emphasized the paramount importance of prioritizing student well-being and safety amidst the prevailing heatwave. He highlighted the overwhelming parental support, with 96% advocating for an early start to the summer vacation this week. “Ensuring…
Mohammad Mokhber, aged 68, is poised to assume the role of Iran’s interim president following the tragic helicopter crash that claimed the life of Ebrahim Raisi, as per Iran’s constitutional protocol. Mokhber, currently serving as the first vice president, will join a three-person council, alongside the speaker of parliament and the head of the judiciary, tasked with organizing a new presidential election within 50 days. Born on September 1, 1955, Mokhber shares a close affiliation with Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, akin to his predecessor Raisi. He ascended to the position of first vice president in 2021 upon Raisi’s presidency. Mokhber’s…
Meta was the owner One of the most popular messaging apps worldwide is WhatsApp. It updates the software frequently in an effort to give consumers the greatest possible experience, according to Money Control. WhatsApp has made messaging and sharing media easier, but occasionally we unintentionally erase messages from our phones that we are unable to recover. You probably want to know how to retrieve those messages back if you also committed the same error. Fortunately, users may now easily retrieve deleted texts from the messaging app by following a few simple steps. How are erased messages recovered? To remove messages,…
An NGO that works to advance education in Pakistan, Muslim Hands, has applauded the Prime Minister’s recent proclamation of a “Education Emergency” that intends to enroll 26.2 million out-of-school children (OOSC). The group has reiterated its dedication to aiding the government in this important endeavor. Syed Javed Gillani, Executive Director of Muslim Hands Pakistan, highlighted the organization’s significant contributions to the education sector over the previous 25 years in a statement released on Saturday. Muslim Hands was founded with the intention of providing marginalized populations, especially those living in rural and disaster-affected areas, with high-quality education. Syed Javed Gillani outlined…
ISLAMABAD: At a candid diplomatic gathering, Norwegian Ambassador to Pakistan Per Albert Ilsaas tackled the issue of perceived western double standards in international conflicts, focusing on Ukraine and Palestine. “Western outrage over Ukraine is often seen as selective,” Per Albert Ilsaas noted, reflecting on frequent conversations with Pakistani colleagues and media commentary. Critics argued that the West’s vehement response to Russia’s actions in Ukraine contrasted starkly with its more muted reactions to Israel’s longstanding occupation of Palestinian territories and recent military actions in Gaza. The comments came at a garden party at the residence of the Norwegian ambassador to mark…
Next week, a significant update to Tesla’s Full Self-Driving (FSD) technology is anticipated. Elon Musk, the CEO, stated it will be amazing but provided little further information. Eliminating the steering wheel reminder that prompts drivers to touch the wheel is one significant adjustment. Rather than this, Tesla will utilize a camera within the vehicle to determine whether the driver is focused. As of right present, Tesla’s system alerts drivers to check their focus every minute. However, because they have to do this so frequently, some individuals find it bothersome. Drivers who glance away from the road for longer than three…
