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JI rejects amendment, alludes to ulterior motives

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LAHORE: Deputy Chief of Jamaat-e-Islami (JI), Liaqat Baloch, has claimed that his party rejects the constitutional amendment, alluding to the ulterior motives behind it.
The deputy chief expressed his intention to organize and mobilize the public for the protection of the constitution of Pakistan.
He also mentioned that Jamaat will hold its meeting on political affairs on September 21st.
Talking about Milli Yakjehti Council’s conference for Gaza, Palestine, he informed that it will be held on October 6th in Quetta. He also mentioned observing October 7th as a day to show solidarity with the Palestinian people.

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Study links cruciferous vegetables to lower systolic blood pressure

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A new study shows a relationship between consuming cruciferous vegetables and lower systolic blood pressure. Cruciferous vegetables — a diverse group of vegetables — are a subset of Brassica plants. The group includes vegetables like Broccoli, cabbage, and cauliflower to name a few. Generally, cruciferous vegetables contain vitamins and minerals like vitamins C, and K, … Read more

Asian Champions Trophy: Pakistan loses first semi-final match

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China sealed victory over Pakistan at the first semi-final match of the Asian Hockey Champions Trophy 2024.

According to the details, Chinese and Pakistani teams came face-to-face for the first semi-final match of the hockey tournament in China.

Since the match remained tied, the decision was made on the penalty shoot-out; however, Pakistan missed its chances, and the Chinese team sealed a 2-0 victory over Pakistan.

The match led to China’s qualification to the finals.

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Trump declared safe after reported assassination attempt

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The former American president, Donald John Trump, has been declared safe after gunshots were reported near him in Florida.

According to international reports, the shots were heard near his golf club in West Palm Beach, Florida where the Republican candidate was playing golf.

The FBI spokesperson called it an assassination attempt; however, the investigation is still active.

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Top US diplomat to arrive in Pakistan tomorrow

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ISLAMABAD: American Acting Under Secretary of State John Bass will arrive in Pakistan tomorrow. According to the US State Department’s Office of the Spokesperson, the US Acting Under Secretary of State will reach Pakistan after completing his Türkiye visit. The diplomat will meet senior government officials in Islamabad to discuss a range of issues. John … Read more

Pakistan’s first loss at Asian Hockey Champions Trophy 2024

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India sealed a 2-1 victory over Pakistan when the teams came face-to-face for the Asian Champions Trophy hockey match, as per the details. For the Green Shirts, this was the first defeat of the tournament. Before this match, Pakistan won at two while the other two were tied. The two goals were scored by Captain … Read more

White-ball head coach Gary Kirsten arrives in Pakistan

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Pakistan cricket team’s white-ball head coach Gary Kirsten reached Faisalabad, Pakistan on Friday night. According to the reports, Gary Kirsten, alongside mental performance coach David Reid, watched the Champions One-Day Cup match between the Stallions and Lions. The coaches also met selectors Mohammad Yousuf and Asad Shafiq, and engaged in discussions about the players’ performance. … Read more

2 policemen killed in Kuchlak blast near Quetta

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QUETTA: An explosion has been reported near a police mobile van in Kuchlak near Quetta, claiming the lives of two policemen.

According to the police, the explosion — that took the lives of two policemen — happened at the Bostan Road in Kuchlak.

Besides the two casualties, the police sources report no other case of injury or death.

The security forces have encircled the area to begin their investigation.

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Shehbaz Sharif appoints 20 MNAs as parliamentary secretaries

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Prime Minister approves tariff review for eight IPPs

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has appointed 20 Members of the National Assembly (MNAs) as parliamentary secretaries. Sajid Mehdi has been appointed as the parliamentary secretary of the Cabinet Division, while Ahmed Atiq Anwar has been appointed the parliamentary secretary for Climate Change. The other appointees are Raja Osman Sarwar (Defense Production), Mian Khan Bugti … Read more

4 lives lost, many injured as bus plunges into ditch in Zhob

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QUETTA: According to rescue reports, a bus carrying pilgrims fell into a ditch in the Danasar area in Zhob, claiming more than 4 lives while injuring more than 23 people. Many passengers were moved to Trauma Center Zhob in critical condition. The bus was traveling from Islamabad to Quetta, and the speed of the vehicle … Read more

Committee to consider revocation of K-Electric’s license formed

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KARACHI: The Sindh Assembly has formed a special committee based on the resolution — previously presented in the assembly — to suspend K-Electric’s license. The committee will also evaluate the performance of HESCO and SEPCO. The special committee would be comprised of 11 members including the Opposition Leader, Ali Khursheedi while the committee will be … Read more

Karachi weather to remain partly cloudy, windy for next 24 hrs

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Weather forecast; partly cloudy skies over Karachi

Karachi weather will remain partly cloudy and windy for the next 24 hours. According to the meteorological department, the lowest temperature recorded in Karachi is at least 27°C, while the highest temperature is predicted to be 35°C. Today, humidity is ~74% while the southwest winds travel at ~22 km/hr in the port city. There is … Read more

Sindh Governor advocates public holiday on 11th Rabi’ al-Awwal

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KARACHI: Governor of Sindh Kamran Khan Tessori has urged a public holiday on 11th Rabi’ al-Awwal — and reverence for the day — in a letter to the authorities. In the letter addressed to the Prime Minister, Sindh Chief Minister and PEMRA Chairman, Tessori expressed the importance of a public holiday in celebrating the blessed … Read more

Pillion riding to be banned in various parts of Sindh from Sept 13-17

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KARACHI: A notification has been issued to ban pillion riding (double sawari) in different parts of Sindh including Karachi. As per the notification, the Sindh Home Department has banned pillion riding in different parts of Sindh at the request of the Inspector General (IG) of Sindh. The ban would be implemented in Karachi, Hyderabad, Larkana, … Read more

Chinese deputy minister urges SCO states to play their part

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ISLAMABAD: While addressing the 23rd meeting of ministers of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO), China’s Vice Minister of Commerce urged all SCO states to play their role.

He shed light on the importance of pushing the organization to a more active state for the growth of regional trade while expressing China’s high regard for its trade relations with SCO states.

The deputy minister acknowledged SCO as an important forum for interconnectivity and trade.

He also talked about China’s role in regional connectivity and the importance of the digital economy.

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Israel’s attack on school: Children, UNRWA staff among 18 killed

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As per international reports, Israel attacked al-Jaouni school in the Nuseirat refugee camp in Gaza on Wednesday, killing 18 people including 6 UNRWA workers and children.

Additionally, the Israeli forces have killed more than 50 people in the West Bank.

Also, Israeli bombardment in parts of Gaza has claimed 12 lives while injuring others.

UN Spokesperson Stéphane Dujarric condemned Israeli airstrikes on civilian and UN centers in Gaza.

António Guterres, UN Secretary-General, called out the lack of accountability for Israeli attacks on UN workers and the resultant loss of lives.

On the other hand, Israel alleged that the school was being used by Hamas; however, Hamas has denied the allegations clarifying that Hamas does not use the UN schools for any purpose.

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Muzaffar Khan Sial to provide full support for T20 Blind World Cup

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LAHORE: Secretary Sports Punjab Muzaffar Khan Sial stated that the T20 Blind World Cup is being held in Pakistan for the first time.

Pakistan Blind Cricket Council (PBCC) Chairman Syed Sultan Shah had a meeting with Secretary Sports Punjab Muzaffar Khan Sial regarding the T20 Blind World Cup 2024.

Muzaffar Khan Sial assured full support to PBCC for hosting the T20 Blind World Cup in Pakistan.

The secretary also highlighted the importance of the event for the soft image of Pakistan. Seven teams would be arriving in Pakistan for the event.

The 24 matches of the World Cup will be held in Lahore, Multan, and Faisalabad from 21st November to 3rd December.

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Mighty Typhoon Yagi breaks 30-year record in Vietnam

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HANOI: Typhoon Yagi has claimed more than 140 lives while causing destruction in Vietnam’s capital, Hanoi.

As per the reports, Typhoon Yagi — the strongest cyclone of this year — has unleashed destruction in Vietnam’s north. The reports mention the loss of more than 140 lives and the injury of hundreds, while the whereabouts of many remain unknown.

Most casualties happened as a result of mudslides and floods.

Following the cyclone, around 1.5 million people were affected by a power outage.

Around 50,000 people have been evacuated from the coastal areas of Vietnam.

Typhoon Yagi’s strength broke a 30-year record in Vietnam. Before making landfall in Vietnam, the typhoon had hit China and the Philippines, claiming 24 lives.

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Bilawal Bhutto blames politicians for political aversion among youth

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ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari expressed concern for political aversion among youth during his speech in the National Assembly.

While showing his concern, he blamed the conduct of politicians for creating the infamous image of politics.

He further highlighted the presence of youth and students in the assembly gallery while frowning upon the notorious image created by the politicians.

He went on to explain the function of politics, describing it as a means of ending poverty, and expressed concern over the perception of politicians and state institutions among youth.

Additionally, he shed more light on the functions of politics while calling out the government’s inactivity.

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MPAs call for revocation of K-Electric’s license in Sindh Assembly

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KARACHI: Independent MPA Sajjad Soomro presented the resolution to revoke K-Electric’s license in the Sindh Assembly.

Meanwhile, the Minister of Parliamentary Affairs of Sindh, Zia Ul Hassan Lanjar, supported the resolution.

Zia Ul Hassan Lanjar highlighted people’s dissatisfaction with K-Electric, adding that K-Electric had failed to address the public’s concerns.

The minister called for a session of the assembly committee against the atrocities committed by K-Electric.

The Opposition Leader in the Sindh Assembly, Ali Khursheedi, assured that a session against K-Electric would be held soon.

On the other hand, Ghulam Qadir Chandio claimed that action would be taken against K-Electric if its leader failed to comply with the committee’s decision.

The resolution resulted in the formation of an 11-member committee comprising of members of Sindh assembly.

The committee will evaluate the performance of K-Electric, the Hyderabad Electric Supply Company (Hesco), and the Sukkur Electric Power Company (Sepco). The committee includes members from the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP), Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) and Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI)

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Bilawal Bhutto meets Chinese Ambassador

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ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman, Bilawal Bhutto Zardari met the Chinese Ambassador, Jiang Zaidong in the Chinese Embassy on Tuesday.

The Minister Counselor, Yang Nuo and Political Counselor, Wang Shengjie were also present when the PPP chairman visited the embassy.

The meeting involved discussions about increasing bilateral relations.

Bilawal Bhutto and Jiang Zaidong agreed to improve trade relations between the two states.

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Pathum Nissanka hailed at historic victory of Sri Lanka

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Pathum Nissanka’s unbeaten century led to Sri Lanka’s historic victory at The Oval on Monday. Sri Lanka set a new record after achieving the target of 219 runs for the loss of two wickets securing victory against England. Nissanka was 127 not out and Angelo Mathews was 32 not out. Kusal Mendis made 39 runs … Read more

Over 26 million children out of school in Pakistan

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ISLAMABAD: Education in Pakistan is inundated with challenges — with more than 26 million children currently out of school.

According to the details presented by the Ministry of Education, over 10 million children, from ages 5-9, do not go to school; more than 4.9 million boys and over 5.8 million girls are deprived of education.

The Education Ministry also revealed that more than 4.9 million children aged 10-12 are deprived of middle school education; over 2.1 million are boys and more than 2.8 million are girls.

Additionally, it was reported that over 4.5 million students (~2.3 million male and ~2.2 million female) are deprived of high school education.

The Ministry further informed that over 5.9 million students (~2.9 million male and ~2.9 million female) are deprived of higher secondary education.

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Sewerage line explosion in Sabzi Mandi area, Karachi

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KARACHI: An explosion has been reported in Karachi near Super Highway in the Sabzi Mandi area. According to the police, the explosion occurred as a result of gas accumulation in a sewerage line; however, the investigation is still active. The CCTV footage of the site has also been obtained. The footage shows a sewerage line … Read more

Israeli attack claims at least 14 lives, injuring 43 others in Syria

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Israel carried out a deadly attack targeting areas in central Syria on Sunday.

According to an international news agency, Israeli airstrikes have claimed at least 14 lives while wounding 43 others in Syria.

Some of the wounded are in critical condition.

The target of the Israeli bombardment was military centers in Tartus and Hama governorate, along with other areas.

According to the local media reports, the Syrian Air Force shot some of the Israeli missiles while in the air.

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International drop in crude oil prices

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Oil prices decreases as Russia sanctions stay in focus

The cost of oil has dropped to prices below 70 dollars in the international market.

As per the details, Libya has agreed to revive its crude oil export; subsequently, the effect on the demand side has reduced the prices.

The cost of crude oil in the international market is decreasing by $1.5 to $2 daily. Currently, it is being traded at around $68 in the global market.

Internationally, American crude oil is being traded at $67.67 as the price dropped by $2.14.

On the other hand, the cost of British crude oil decreased to $71 following a $1 drop.

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Marriyum Aurangzeb discusses lethality of smog in Lahore

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Punjab government relaxes smog restrictions

LAHORE: The Senior Minister of Punjab Marriyum Aurangzeb recently discussed the air quality of Lahore, shedding light on its smog crisis.

While addressing the media, Marriyum Aurangzeb commented on Lahore’s history of smog including the escalation in the past years.

She disclosed that the Air Quality Index (AQI) has reached hazardous levels in the districts of Lahore. She went on to call the smog in Lahore dangerous and even potentially lethal.

According to her, the index has risen to 450, while an index higher than 150 can be lethal. She also pointed out that Kasur, Sheikhupura and even Narowal are being engulfed by smog.

The Senior Minister also highlighted the link of smog with weather and its carcinogenic potential.

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