Lahore, amidst its ongoing battle against smog and heightened pollution, underwent a significant transformation in atmospheric conditions as rain showers enveloped the city. This brought about a notable decrease in air pollution, marking a positive shift in the environmental landscape. The morning rain swiftly altered Lahore’s skyline, ushering in clearer and fresher air. Previously holding the dubious distinction of being the world’s most polluted city with an air pollution index exceeding 500, Lahore witnessed an improvement in its rankings post-rainfall. Rainfall covered a broad spectrum of areas, including Gulberg, Garden Town, Iqbal Town, Multan Road, Thokar Niaz Baig, Jail Road,…
Author: Saifullah
Read More
Islamabad: Pakistan witnessed a substantial 11.5 percent increase in remittances in October, according to the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) report on Friday. The surge was particularly noteworthy, attributing it to a month-on-month rise. The official data revealed that Pakistani expatriates remitted a total of $2.2 billion in September, and this figure escalated by $300 million in October, reaching a significant total of $2.5 billion. The SBP emphasized the notable growth, stating, “Workers’ remittances recorded an inflow of $2.5 billion during Oct ‘23,” with a month-on-month increase of 11.5 percent and a year-on-year growth of 9.6 percent. Leading the contributors…
PM Departed to Attend OIC Meeting in Riyad Islamabad: Interim Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar embarked on a departure from Pakistan to Saudi Arabia on Friday, assuming the role of a caretaker leader. His purpose is to represent Pakistan at the urgent gathering of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), specifically convened to address the intensifying crisis in Gaza. Over the course of his official three-day visit, Prime Minister Kakar is scheduled to actively engage in the emergency meeting hosted in Riyadh. The primary focus of this gathering is to deliberate on the ongoing Israeli aggression against Gaza. Apart from participating…
The process of refugee repatriation is a global phenomenon, yet when Pakistan undertakes the same action, it faces criticism. Sardar Hussain Babak argues that the Pakistani constitution doesn’t serve the general populace, raising questions about the influx of Afghan refugees. In contrast, Senator Bahramand Tangi contends that illegal Afghans dominate businesses, and properties, and pose security threats. As Pakistan decides to repatriate Afghans within a month, the debate intensifies over the leniency shown and the impact on bilateral relations. This article delves into the contrasting views and explores the complexities surrounding Pakistan’s decision on Afghan refugee repatriation. Debating the Complexities…
Poliomyelitis, commonly known as polio, is a highly contagious viral disease with a predominant impact on children under the age of 5. The virus spreads through person-to-person contact, primarily via the fecal-oral route or occasionally through a common vehicle, such as contaminated water or food. It multiplies in the intestine and can infiltrate the nervous system, leading to paralysis. In 1988, the World Health Assembly initiated the Global Polio Eradication Initiative, a collaborative effort involving national governments, WHO, Rotary International, CDC, and UNICEF, and later joined by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance. Since then,…
Chairman WAPDA visited Mohmand Dam and learned it will be finished in 2026, producing 800MW of power, providing extra water for 160k acres of land, and 300 million gallons of daily drinking water for Peshawar. He reviewed construction activities and directed the contractor to expedite the river Swat diversion, ensuring sufficient resources for timely completion. Mohmand Dam, set for 2026, holds 1.2M acre feet, offering eco-friendly 800MW, irrigating 18,233 acres, and benefiting 160k acres of cultivated land. It’s a significant water source for Peshawar with 300 million gallons per day.
PESHAWAR: The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Department of Education is taking action against teachers due to poor student performance in recent matriculation exams. In a report from the department, it’s revealed that 80% of students in 736 government schools in the province failed their matric exams. Surprisingly, 82 government schools had a 100% failure rate, with no students passing. Other schools reported high failure rates, with 24 schools at 98% and 34 schools at 97%, raising concerns about the quality of education. Even more concerning, 21 schools reported a 96% failure rate, and 38 schools reported a 95% failure rate. Most of…
PESHAWAR: A deadly disease has claimed 16 lives and affected 328 individuals in KhyberPakhtunkhwa. Diphtheria, the disease, has spread across several districts, impacting both children and adults. Unfortunately, the health department lacks anti-diphtheria serum, worsening the situation for patients. This outbreak has affected people of various ages, from 6-month-old babies to 68-year-olds. The scarcity of anti-diphtheria serum compounds the challenges faced by patients seeking treatment in hospitals. Reports of diphtheria cases have emerged from 28 districts in the province. Peshawar, Kohat, Kirk, Khyber, and Charsadda are among the worst-hit districts, with Peshawar alone reporting 68 cases. The Health Department emphasizes…
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistani federal government has extended the stay of registered Afghan immigrants for six more months. This decision was approved by the federal cabinet. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Ministry of Interior proposed this extension for the Proof of Registration (POR) card, applying to both registered Afghan immigrants and their family members. The extension is in effect from July 1, 2023, until December 31, 2023. Before this extension, the registration cards for over 1.3 million registered Afghan immigrants had expired on June 30. However, over one million undocumented Afghan nationals are living in Pakistan, having entered the…
The martyrs of Tirah operation received full military honors during their funeral prayers, which took place in their hometowns on Tuesday. The funeral prayer for Lt-Col Muhammad Hassan Haider, aged 42, a resident of DHA-2 Islamabad, who embraced shahadat in the Tirah Valley, Khyber District, occurred at Chaklala Garrison, Rawalpindi. He was buried with full military honors in Islamabad. Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaarul Haq Kakar, Caretaker Defence Minister Anwar Ali Hyder, Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee Gen Sahir Shamshad Mirza, Chief of Army Staff Gen Syed Asim Munir, and many senior civil and military officers, soldiers, citizens, and the…
