ISLAMABAD: The National Institute of Health (NIH) has issued an urgent advisory on the alarming increase in diphtheria cases across Pakistan, with Karachi seeing a particularly severe impact. Over 100 deaths have been reported in the city alone, and health officials emphasize the need for immediate preventive actions to curb the spread of this life-threatening disease. The NIH advisory highlights the elevated risk of diphtheria transmission during the dry and cool season, calling for proactive prevention and control measures by healthcare authorities nationwide. Diphtheria, caused by the Corynebacterium diphtheriae bacterium, primarily targets the respiratory system, posing risks of severe complications…
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ISLAMABAD: Two individuals were injured in a robbery attempt at Kachnar Park in Sector I-8, underscoring a troubling rise in street crime in the capital. Late last night, armed robbers confronted a young woman, attempting to steal her mobile phone and purse. Police sources report that the incident turned violent when a passerby intervened to protect the woman, prompting the robbers to open fire. Both the intervening man and the woman were shot and were immediately taken to PIMS Hospital for treatment. The I-9 Police Station has launched an investigation and is actively pursuing leads to apprehend the suspects. This…
ISLAMABAD: In a significant move, President Asif Ali Zardari has signed into law a bill establishing special courts to expedite property dispute cases involving overseas Pakistanis, aiming for resolution within 90 days. Passed by the Senate on October 17, the bill, presented by Federal Minister Chaudhry Salik, was unanimously approved, although PTI Senator Ali Zafar requested further scrutiny, citing concerns about the risk of false cases. The special courts will have jurisdiction across the Islamabad Capital Territory, providing a dedicated legal pathway for overseas Pakistanis to safeguard their property rights. These courts offer modern conveniences for overseas litigants, including e-filing…
LONDON: Former Chief Justice of Pakistan Qazi Faez Isa encountered harassment from Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) supporters during his visit to London, where he was attending a ceremony held in his honor at the prestigious Middle Temple by The Honourable Society. Qazi Faez Isa, the first Pakistani judge to be invited to a Tuesday dinner at Middle Temple, was on his way to the historic event when a group of PTI activists gathered, protesting his presence. The protesters reportedly attempted to block Isa’s vehicle, provided by Pakistan’s High Commission, and even tried to smash its windows. Despite a police escort, the…
ISLAMABAD: The National Highway Authority (NHA) has reported a remarkable 100 percent increase in its annual income for the year 2024, reaching Rs 110 billion. Federal Minister Abdul Aleem Khan announced this significant achievement, highlighting that the NHA’s income has nearly doubled from Rs 64 billion last year, marking it as a “historic and unique example” among government agencies in the country. In his address, Minister Khan emphasized that the revenue collection at toll plazas has also seen impressive growth, rising from Rs 32 billion to Rs 64 billion. This surge is a milestone in the NHA’s financial stability and…
ISLAMABAD: The government is considering a bill to increase the number of Supreme Court judges from 17 to 23. This bill, expected to be introduced in the National Assembly on Friday, would expand the apex court’s bench, including the Chief Justice of Pakistan. The bill, presented earlier by Barrister Danyal Chaudhary during a private session, also includes a proposed amendment to the Practice and Procedure Act. Initially set to conclude on Tuesday, the National Assembly session has been extended until Friday to allow for further discussion and potential approval of the bill. If passed, this expansion would be a significant…
ISLAMABAD: The Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) has approved a three-day physical remand for human rights lawyer Imaan Mazari and her husband, Hadi Ali Advocate, following their arrest on charges of obstructing government affairs. Judge Abul Hasnat Muhammad Zulqarnain issued the decision after reserving judgment on the case. Represented by Advocates Zainab Janjua and Ahsan Pirzada, the couple was detained on allegations of breaching security and misbehaving with police at a check post. Prosecution lawyer Raja Naveed, leading the case, initially requested a 30-day remand to facilitate forensic analysis of video evidence showing Mazari and Ali, noting that additional individuals appearing in…
After months of testing resistance and consolidation, Bitcoin has finally surged past the $71,000 mark, signaling a potential shift toward a bullish era. Optimists see this as the start of an upward trend, while cautious traders advise a gradual approach to the climb. Binance Square Analysis In a recent analysis, Binance Square highlighted key factors driving Bitcoin’s latest movements: Breakout Confirmation: Bitcoin has repeatedly tested resistance without success until now. With this breakthrough above $71,000, investor confidence appears to be on the rise, potentially fueling further upward momentum. Support Levels: Today’s BTC chart shows robust support around the $60,000 level,…
LAHORE: The Punjab government has appointed new vice-chancellors for six women’s universities across the province following the conclusion of a summary approval period. Notable appointments include Dr. Bushra Mirza as Vice-Chancellor of Fatima Jinnah Women University, Rawalpindi, and Dr. Uzma Qureshi for Lahore College for Women University. Other appointees are Dr. Kanwal Amin at Government College Women University, Faisalabad, Dr. Shazia Bashir at Government College Women University, Sialkot, and Dr. Shazia Anjum at Government Sadiq College Women University, Bahawalpur. This round of appointments comes amidst an ongoing disagreement between Punjab Governor Sardar Saleem Haider Khan and Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz,…
PESHAWAR: Governor of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Faisal Karim Kundi, has called for a committee to investigate the recent fire at a factory in Hayatabad, expressing concerns over the fire brigade’s inadequate response due to alleged political misuse of resources. Governor Kundi highlighted that the fire brigade trucks dispatched to tackle the fire were not fully equipped: “Two vehicles came to extinguish the fire—one was low on oil, and the other was low on water,” he said. He criticized the use of rescue vehicles for political events, which he argued compromised their readiness for emergency situations. “People pay taxes for essential services,…
