ISLAMABAD: In a strategic move to ensure uninterrupted gas supply for domestic users during the harsh winter months, the government has decided to close CNG stations across Pakistan for two months. According to sources, Sui Northern Gas Pipelines Limited (SNGPL) has advised that all CNG stations shut down from December 1, 2024, to January 31, 2025. This decision comes in anticipation of severe winter conditions and aims to prioritize gas availability for households. During this period, industries that rely on natural gas for electricity generation will also face supply cuts. As a result, gas supply to power-generating units and captive…
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LAHORE: In response to the alarming rise in smog levels, the Punjab government has declared a three-month holiday for students of special schools. The Environment Department issued a notification on Thursday stating that all government and private special education institutions will remain closed from November 1, 2024, to January 31, 2025. Read More: 160 Pakistani MPs Address PM on U.S. Congress’s Intrusion, Condemn PTI’s Anti-State Narrative To ensure that students continue their education during this period, the government has directed these institutions to arrange online classes to cover the syllabus. The decision comes as a measure to protect students from the…
In response to a recent letter by 62 U.S. Congress representatives concerning Pakistan’s internal affairs, 160 members of Pakistan’s Parliament have written to Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif, voicing concerns about foreign interference and a political party’s campaign to tarnish state institutions. Signatories include senior politicians such as Tariq Fazal Chaudhary, Naveed Qamar, and Mustafa Kamal. The letter criticizes PTI and its founder for allegedly fostering political violence, disrespecting democratic norms, and orchestrating a negative media campaign against Pakistan’s institutions. The MPs highlighted incidents such as the May 9 riots, mob attacks on government buildings, and the founder’s encouragement of chaos…
The Peshawar High Court has granted protective bail to Sheikh Waqas Akram, Central Secretary Information of OPTI, amid ongoing legal issues. Despite the court’s order, police authorities in Punjab and Islamabad have not ceased efforts to detain him. The protective bail hearing was presided over by a two-judge bench led by Justice Ijaz Anwar. Akram’s legal team highlighted immediate concerns for his safety and possible arrest in Peshawar. While the petition was not submitted in the Islamabad or Lahore High Courts, Akram’s lawyer argued that his client faced an imminent risk of arrest over the past month, prompting the urgent…
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has been experiencing significant internet disruptions in recent weeks, leading to slowdowns for social media applications, particularly those of Meta, including Facebook and WhatsApp. Users across the country have reported difficulties in accessing these platforms, prompting concerns and complaints. In a recent document submitted to the National Assembly, the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) attributed these issues primarily to the high usage of these applications. With approximately 50 million users on Facebook and WhatsApp being the most popular real-time messaging app in Pakistan, the PTA stated that this surge in demand has significantly impacted service quality. A PTA spokesperson…
GILGIT: Two nurses have been detained following the tragic death of a 45-year-old patient at the Provincial Headquarters (PHQ) Hospital in Gilgit. The incident occurred on Tuesday night after the patient underwent an appendectomy, during which a reportedly ‘wrong’ injection was administered by a trainee nurse. Hospital officials confirmed that the trainee nurse was responsible for the injection, which allegedly caused the patient’s sudden demise. Dr. Syed Sartaj Hussain, Medical Superintendent of PHQ Gilgit, stated that an investigation is underway to determine the exact cause of death and establish accountability. The patient’s family has raised concerns and reported the incident…
Pakistani superstar Aima Baig has responded to fellow singer Sara Raza Khan after Sara suggested that Aima wouldn’t be successful without autotune. The comments were made during an interview on a private TV channel, where Sara stated, “If we take out the option of autotune, then Aima Baig is not a singer at all. There are many other names.” In retaliation, Aima began resharing Instagram Stories from her supporters who posted videos of her singing, highlighting her talent. In one of her Stories, Aima wrote: “Allah nay jisko jitna talent diya [bhai] hamain kabool hai. Baaki mjy koi bata dy…
The co-founder of ByteDance, Zhang Yiming, has emerged as China’s richest individual, with a net worth of $49.3 billion (£38 billion), reflecting a remarkable 43% increase from 2023, according to the Hurun Research Institute’s latest rich list. At 41 years old, Zhang, who stepped down as CEO in 2021, is believed to own approximately 20% of the company. TikTok, under ByteDance, has skyrocketed in global popularity, becoming one of the leading social media platforms. Despite facing scrutiny and regulatory challenges in several countries over its connections to the Chinese government, both ByteDance and TikTok maintain their independence from state influence.…
ISLAMABAD: The Capital Development Authority (CDA) has announced that plots in Sector C-14 will be allocated through a balloting process, giving priority to overseas Pakistanis. This decision was made during the 15th CDA Board meeting of the year. Additionally, the board has resolved to fully refund the processing fees deposited by overseas Pakistanis for the Nilour Heights Housing Project following the project’s cancellation. To address the concerns of residents, the board approved the formation of a seven-member committee tasked with reviewing cases submitted by Islamabad’s affected individuals. Furthermore, a third-party validation (TPV) committee will be established to evaluate the recommendations…
ISLAMABAD: Public health experts and medical professionals are urging the Pakistani government to adopt new strategies aimed at reducing the health hazards associated with smoking. At the third roundtable on Tobacco Harm Reduction (THR), hosted by the Initiative on Risk-reduction & Dependable Alternatives (IRADA), participants discussed innovative ways to minimize smoking-related harm by introducing safer alternatives. Researcher Dr. Rizwan Junaid highlighted the advantages of modern nicotine products, such as nicotine pouches, which are far less hazardous than conventional cigarettes. “These products can aid those struggling to quit smoking by providing a safer option,” Dr. Junaid noted, underscoring the potential of…
