Author: Sajjad Ali

LAHORE: Secretary Health Punjab Ali Jan Khan on Friday said that at least 203 new cases of dengue have been reported in the province. As per the provincial health department, the total number of dengue cases reported in Punjab this year has reached 8,726. Ali Jan Khan specified that Lahore recorded 89 new cases, Gujranwala 32, Rawalpindi 30, and Multan 25 in the latest update. He further detailed, “On Thursday, Faisalabad reported 12 dengue patients, while Kasur had four, and Sheikhupura and Hafizabad each reported two.” Additionally, single new cases were reported in Attock, Khanewal, Chakwal, Bahawalpur, Nankana Sahib, Toba…

BEIJING: Former Chinese Premier Li Keqiang passed away from a heart attack on Friday, just ten months post his retirement following a decade in office. Once considered a leading contender in the Communist Party leadership, Li witnessed a decline in his reformist influence in recent years. Despite being a distinguished economist advocating for a more open market economy through supply-side reforms with his “Likonomics” approach, it was never fully implemented. After being marginalized, Li stepped down from all political positions in March. His demise has stirred grief and shock on Chinese social media, marking the conclusion of an era for…

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LAHORE: The Chairman of the Management Committee of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), Zaka Ashraf, arranged a one-on-one meeting with former Pakistan captain Sarfaraz Ahmed on Friday. Sources indicate that Mr. Zaka will engage in a private meeting with the former captain, and it is speculated to be a significant discussion regarding the potential replacement of Babar Azam as captain and the absence of senior cricketers in the national team. Recent reports suggest that Babar Azam is likely to be removed from the captaincy role, a development that has reverberated throughout the cricketing community. This decision follows Pakistan’s disappointing performance…

CHENNAI: Pakistan skipper Babar Azam won the toss and decided to bat first in the must win clash against South Africa to stay alive ICC Cricket World Cup. Today’s match played at Chennai’s MA Chidambaram Stadium, marks Pakistan’s fifth appearance in the tournament Led by Babar Azam, the team aims to rebound from three consecutive upsets against India, Australia and Afghanistan with its eyes set to secure victory against the formidable Proteas, captained by Temba Bavuma. Pakistan he highly anticipated cricket match between Pakistan and South Africa is facing a significant threat from the unpredictable weather, as dark clouds loom…

Imran Khan’s bail plea in the cipher case was rejected by the Islamabad High Court on Friday. Justice Aamer Farooq announced the verdict after it was reserved on October 16. On the preceding day, the IHC rejected Khan’s petition challenging the trial’s location in jail, emphasizing his right to a fair trial. The former prime minister has been in custody since August 5, following a conviction for corrupt practices in the Toshakhana case. Initially arrested on August 29 within Attock prison, Khan secured bail in the Toshakhana case but remained detained due to the cipher case. Despite facing various charges,…

LAHORE: The Embassy of the Republic of Poland on Thursday organized an event titled “Polish Water Technologies” as part of the Pak Water & Energy Expo in Lahore. The event attracted a substantial audience, uniting representatives from prominent Polish companies and esteemed Pakistani experts well-versed in water management and environmental issues. Ambassador of the Republic of Poland to Pakistan, Maciej Pisarski, commenced the event with an informative overview of the participating Polish companies and delved into the persistent water-related challenges faced by both nations, including issues like flooding and water pollution. Ambassador Pisarski underscored the potential for Polish firms to…

ISLAMABAD: The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has postponed the hearing on the case seeking the removal of Imran Khan as the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) chief until November 9. In a session chaired by ECP Chief Sikandar Sultan Raja, a five-member bench considered the case involving the removal of Imran Khan from his position as Chairman of PTI. The commission queried Imran Khan’s lawyer about the power of attorney. Barrister Gohar responded, stating that due to Imran Khan being in jail, authorities only permit meetings on Thursdays, and he will submit the answer during the next hearing. ECP noted that…

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s Energy Minister Muhammad Ali, In a press conference, said that government can’t provide affordable gas while dealing with the procurement of expensive gas. He addressed concerns about rising gas prices, assuring the public that the hike wouldn’t contribute to the growing circular debt. He emphasized the challenge of providing affordable gas while dealing with the procurement of expensive gas. The minister also highlighted ongoing efforts to reduce losses in the petroleum and gas sector, mentioning a significant increase in the sector’s revolving debt and corresponding measures being taken in the power sector to address losses. Ali pointed out…

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan expressed hope that the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) emergency meeting will actively contribute to an immediate and unconditional ceasefire in Gaza. During her weekly news briefing in Islamabad on Thursday, Foreign Office Spokesperson Mumtaz Zahra Baloch expressed regret over the UN Security Council’s failure to call for a ceasefire despite the escalating Palestinian death toll and blatant violations of international humanitarian laws in Gaza. Reaffirming Pakistan’s unwavering support for the Palestinian cause, the spokesperson urged Israel’s supporters to intervene and halt the atrocities against Palestinians, emphasizing the need to lift the siege of Gaza. Baloch emphasized, “The…