On Thursday, the Supreme Court gave a detailed ruling about the Margalla Hills restaurants. It ordered that the restaurants be demolished and handed over to the Islamabad Wildlife Management Board. According to Chief Justice Qazi Faez Isa’s 25-page order, the Wildlife Board will take control of the restaurants on September 11, 2024, with help from the CDA and local police, and the area will be blocked off. The court’s detailed verdict follows its earlier June 11 decision to shut down Monal Restaurant and other eateries in Margalla Hills National Park (MHNP). This decision came from a three-judge bench, including the…
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Karachi’s gold market continues to defy economic challenges, with prices reaching new heights. The rate for one tola of gold has increased by Rs300 to Rs261,000, while the 10-gram rate has jumped by Rs257 to Rs223,765. Notably, these increases occur despite stable global gold rates and rupee-dollar parity. The All Sindh Saraf and Jewellers Association’s decision to raise domestic gold rates has made the precious metal unaffordable for many families. However, investors remain attracted to gold due to its consistent price growth since January. Compared to the start of the year, gold prices have risen by Rs35,408 per 10-gram and…
On Thursday, Pakistan solidified their position in the first Test against Bangladesh, thanks to centuries from Saud Shakeel and Mohammad Rizwan. After resuming play with the score at 158-4, Shakeel and Saim Ayub’s 98-run partnership helped the team recover from losing wickets the previous day. After lunch, the batting pair continued to score steadily while protecting their wickets, with the score at 256-4. The previous day, Shakeel and Ayub played well, but Ayub was out in the 32nd over after making 56 runs. Shakeel stayed in with Rizwan, who was not out on 24 when play ended for the day…
A devastating shooting incident in Attock’s Dheri Kot area on Thursday claimed the lives of two schoolchildren, aged 10-12, and left five others injured, along with the school van driver. The unidentified assailants, believed to be motivated by personal vendetta, targeted the driver but tragically harmed the children as well. Authorities have launched an investigation, registering a case against the suspects and conducting raids to apprehend them. The nation mourns the loss, with President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif strongly condemning the heinous act, urging swift action against the culprits and offering condolences to the bereaved families.…
Google has announced the launch of “Digital Sahafat”, a program designed to enhance the digital journalism skills of Pakistani journalists. In collaboration with Tech Valley, the program aims to equip 1,000 journalists across Pakistan with cutting-edge tools, training, and resources to create accurate and compelling digital stories. The initiative falls under the Google News Initiative (GNI), which has been active since 2018, collaborating with thousands of news organizations in over 100 countries. The program will be launched in Islamabad on September 4, featuring speakers from Google and Tech Valley.
BANGLADESH: Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) President Nazmul Hassan Papon Steps Down Amid Political Turmoil. In a significant development, Nazmul Hassan Papon has resigned as the president of the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB), amidst the prevailing political situation in the country. The BCB has confirmed his resignation, making way for Faruque Ahmed, a former cricketer, to take the reins as the new president. Papon’s departure is seen as a consequence of his close ties with former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and his role as the Minister of Sports. Meanwhile, Ahmed’s appointment marks a new chapter in the leadership of the BCB۔
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif commended the progress made in reducing smuggling but urged authorities to step up efforts to completely eradicate the issue. During a meeting to review anti-smuggling measures, the prime minister reaffirmed the government’s commitment to protecting the national economy from smugglers. He emphasized the need for modern technology to combat smuggling and instructed authorities to apprehend those involved, including facilitators and transporters. The prime minister also called for improved interdepartmental coordination and a comprehensive strategy to create jobs in border regions to deter smuggling. The meeting highlighted the success of a nationwide anti-smuggling campaign, which resulted in…
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif recently launched the “Apna Chhat Apna Ghar” (Our Roof, Our House) housing scheme, following the announcement of a power subsidy. This initiative offers interest-free loans of up to Rs1.5 million to landowners in urban and rural areas for the construction of homes. The loans are structured for repayment over seven years, with a three-month grace period where no payments are required. The Chief Minister highlighted that monthly installments will be capped at Rs14,000 to help families manage their household budgets, covering essentials like education, utilities, and food. She assured that the scheme has no…
QUETTA: Balochistan Home Minister Mir Zia Langove Stripped of Office and Position. The Election Tribunal has declared Mir Zia Langove, the Home Minister of Balochistan, ineligible to hold public office, following a petition alleging electoral fraud. The tribunal’s decision led to the denotification of Langove, effectively removing him from his position as Home Minister. The tribunal’s ruling came after a thorough examination of the electoral process in Langove’s constituency, which revealed irregularities at seven polling stations. Consequently, the tribunal has ordered re-polling at these stations. With this decision, Langove ceases to be the Home Minister of Balochistan, marking a significant…
BALOCHISTAN: A new case of Congo virus has emerged in Loralai, Balochistan, bringing the total number of affected patients in the province to 22 this year. A 33-year-old man, Sarajuddin, was admitted to Fatima Jinnah Hospital with symptoms of bleeding from the nose and mouth. After testing positive for Congo virus, he was transferred to the isolation ward at Fatima Jinnah Institute of Chest Diseases in Quetta for further treatment. According to hospital sources, 22 patients have been treated for Congo virus this year, with five fatalities, 17 discharges, and one patient still receiving treatment. This comes after a patient…
