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…
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Sajjad Ali
Sajjad Ali is ‘Online Web Editor of Khyber News. He is a journalist by profession and working in field for the last ten years. Previously he worked for national media organizations including ‘The Nation’ Daily Pakistan Today, Khyber News. He also worked in media development sector. He can be reached at sajjad.sovereign@gmail.com
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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…
LAHORE: Lahore Development Authority (LDA) has signed an agreement with Zindigi, the digital banking initiative powered by JS Bank to digitalize its payments & its Schools. Together, the Lahore Development Authority and Zindigi are preparing to unveil an extensive School Management Solution and a unified one-window application that promises to revolutionize the way LDA handles payments and manages its schools. Zindigi’s mission goes beyond mere financial transactions; it is deeply rooted in the principle of financial inclusion, with a core focus on empowering the young school children and facilitating seamless digital payments. Muhammad Ali Randhawa, with an infectious optimism, shared…
In a significant legal development, 40 US states have jointly initiated a lawsuit against Meta, the parent company overseeing Facebook and Instagram. The lawsuit contends that Meta is implicated in contributing to various mental health concerns, notably depression, especially among the younger demographic, through its social media platforms. The legal complaint asserts that Meta intentionally downplayed the associated risks of using social media for its financial gain, alleging the exploitation of young users in the process. Meta stands accused of implementing a business model that encourages excessive screen time among young individuals, potentially jeopardizing their mental well-being. The legal proceedings…
ISLAMABAD: A delegation from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) is scheduled to visit Pakistan on November 2 for discussions regarding the initial assessment of the country’s $3 billion standby arrangement (SBA). The Finance Ministry of Pakistan has initiated preparations for the upcoming talks with the global lending institution. IMF’s resident representative, Esther Perez Ruiz, confirmed this development. Pakistan, currently under a caretaker administration, is focused on economic recovery following the IMF’s approval of its loan program in July of this year. This loan program played a crucial role in averting a sovereign debt default, with Pakistan receiving the initial $1.2…
KARACHI: The Karachi Electric Bus Service, initiated a year ago by the Sindh government, faces the imminent risk of a complete shutdown following the abrupt suspension of buses on two out of its three routes, leaving numerous passengers stranded. Presently, only one route remains operational, and it is equipped with a limited number of high-tech public transport buses. Launched in June 2023 under the People Bus Services project by the Sindh government, these electric buses have become an integral part of the city’s transportation system. One route spans from Tank Chowk near Jinnah Avenue to Clock Tower, covering key locations…
LAHORE: Despite Pakistan International Airline (PIA) making a Rs70 million payment to Pakistan State Oil (PSO) on Tuesday, the restoration of fuel supply remained elusive. Consequently, over 49 flights were canceled today (Wednesday). Media reports indicate cancellations including flights PK302, PK303, PK304, PK305 to Lahore, PK340 and PK341 to Faisalabad, PK368 and PK369 to Islamabad, PK503 and PK504 for Gwadar, and PK330 and PK331 for Multan. Flights like PK181 and PK182 from Islamabad to Sharjah, PK233 and PK234 to Dubai, PK601, PK602, PK605, and PK606 to Gilgit, as well as PK753 and PK754 to Riyadh, were also affected. Additionally, cancellations…
Maisa Abdel Hadi, a prominent Arab Israeli actor residing in Nazareth, was arrested for allegation of “incitement to terrorism” over a social media post related to Gaza situation. The post allegedly featured a picture of a bulldozer breaching the Gaza-Israel fence during the attack, with a caption suggesting a Berlin Wall-style event. Hadi’s lawyer, Jaafar Farah, stated that she is accused of supporting terrorism. This incident reflects a trend of Arab Israelis facing detention over social media posts discussing the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas. Dalal Abu Amneh, an Arab Israeli singer, was also briefly detained recently for a…
