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Day: August 24, 2023

SSGC issues schedule for closure CNG stations in Sindh

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SSGC
  • CNG and RLNG stations of Sindh will remain closed from Aug 26.
  • Gas supply will be stopped at CNG stations of Sindh for 48 hours.
  • The closure of CNG stations can meet gas needs of domestic consumers.

KARACHI: Sui Southern Gas Company(SSGC) has released the schedule for closing CNG stations in Sindh province.

According to the details, CNG and RLNG stations of Sindh will remain closed from August 26 at 8 am to August 28 at 8 am.

Gas supply will be stopped at CNG stations of Sindh for 48 hours. The closure of CNG stations can meet the gas needs of domestic consumers.

All general industries and captive power will also be banned from using gas on Saturday and Sunday, August 26 at 8 am.

Gas supply to all Sindh industries and Captopower will be closed for 48 hours from Monday to Sunday.

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YouTube now lets you find a song by humming its tune

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YouTube unveils two new exciting features

YouTube is testing a new feature that allows users to find songs by humming or singing them. The feature is currently only available to a limited number of users on Android devices. To use the feature, users need to hum or sing the song for at least three seconds. Google‘s platform, YouTube, has introduced an … Read more

Federal Govt will follow ECP’s timeline to hold election: Solangi

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Solangi
  • He said election will be conducted on date which ECP will announce.
  • Solangi said Govt would provide support to ECP for holding elections.
  • ECP was bound to carry out delimitation exercise under Article 51.

ISLAMABAD: Caretaker Minister for Information and Broadcasting Murtaza Solangi said the government would hold the general election in accordance with the time-line of the Election Commission of Pakistan.

“The election will be conducted on the date which the Election Commission will announce,” the minister said while talking to the media.

“We stand by the Election Commission’s stance, as we do not have any intention to take its powers back,” the minister maintained.

In accordance with Article 218(3) of the Constitution, he said the caretaker government would provide all-out support to the ECP for holding free, fair and transparent elections.

The ECP was bound to carry out delimitation exercise under Article 51, he said, adding the election watchdog had already issued a plan in that regard.

He said it was clearly stated in the Constitution that the country would be run by the elected representatives of the masses.

Solangi said the caretaker finance minister would present an economic recovery plan in a few days.

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India’s Chandrayaan-3 successfully landed on the moon’s south pole

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India's Chandrayaan-3 successfully landed on the moon's south pole

India’s Chandrayaan-3 mission has successfully reached the moon’s surface. The Vikram lander has finally reached the moon’s southern pole after previous crashes. The mission is expected to operate for two weeks and conduct various experiments. India’s Chandrayaan-3 has successfully reached the moon’s surface following a 40-day journey originating from the Sathish Dhawan Space Center in … Read more

PM Kakar briefed on foreign policy of Pakistan

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Kakar
  • PM received by Caretaker Foreign Minister Jalil Abbas Jilani.
  • Foreign Secretary briefed PM Kakar about country foreign policy.
  • PM Kakar shared his vision for a dynamic foreign policy.

ISLAMABAD: Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar visited the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and received a briefing on the foreign policy of Pakistan.

Upon arrival at the ministry, the prime minister was received by Caretaker Foreign Minister Jalil Abbas Jilani and senior officers.

Foreign Secretary Muhammad Syrus Sajjad Qazi briefed the prime minister about the country’s foreign policy. The briefing covered Pakistan’s external relations, the working of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, recent efforts to strengthen diplomatic ties with other countries, and priorities for the future, especially in view of the regional and global developments.

The prime minister was apprised of the steps being taken by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in coordination with the ministries and departments concerned, to facilitate the Pakistani diaspora working and residing abroad. The need for close coordination between the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and all other national stakeholders was discussed with a view to ensuring the synergetic and holistic pursuit of Pakistan’s foreign policy objectives, security, trade and economic objectives.

PM Kakar shared his vision for a dynamic foreign policy and for strengthening Pakistan’s relationships with other countries. He gave specific directions on different aspects of the foreign policy, with particular reference to facilitation of and engagement with the Pakistani diaspora.

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Vivo V29e price in Pakistan –  August 2023

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Vivo V29e price in Pakistan -  August 2023

The Vivo V29e has a 6.78-inch AMOLED 120 Hz display. The smartphone has a 64 megapixels of primary camera. The device includes 8 GB of RAM and 256 GB of built-in storage. Vivo, a prominent player in the smartphone industry, has recently introduced its latest offering, the Vivo V29e, to the Pakistani market. With a … Read more

FIA apprehends two accused involved in Hundi

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GUJARAT: The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) Gujarat Circle has taken into custody two individuals linked to unlawful transactions involving currency exchange in a series of operations. The arrested suspects, identified as Abdul Rahman and Saddam Hussain, were engaged in the business of currency exchange without proper licensing. The arrest of these individuals took place in … Read more

ECP starts consultations with political parties

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ECP
  • PTI and JUI invited for consultation by ECP .
  • PTI insisted on ensuring  elections within 90 days.
  • PTI should be allowed to hold political rallies.

ISLAMABAD: The Election Commission(ECP) held its first meeting on Thursday to consult political parties regarding the election roadmap.

In the first phase, Pakistan Tehreek e Insaf (PTI) and Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam(JUI-F) were invited for consultation by the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP).

The meeting was presided over by Chief Election Commissioner Sikander Sultan Raja. The meeting was also attended by the members of the Election Commission, the Secretary Election Commission, and other senior officers. The feedback of both parties was to be taken on the road map.

The Election Commission spokesperson said that PTI has insisted on ensuring that elections are held within 90 days as per the constitution. The PTI delegation believes that there is no need for new constituencies at this time.
Babar Awan, Ali Zafar, Umair Niazi, and Ali Muhammad Khan from PTI attended the meeting. Abdul Ghafoor Hydari, Jalaluddin, and others attended the meeting on behalf of JUI.

The PTI delegation demanded that the immediate release of various arrested leaders and workers should be ensured. The party should be allowed to hold political rallies and the party should be given equal opportunities in politics like other parties.

The JUI(F) delegation said that there is no doubt that holding the election is a requirement of the constitution. The results of the census have been officially published, the Election Commission should complete the process of constituencies first.

JUI members said that according to the new census, there is a need for correct registration of voters, and the lists of polling stations should also be corrected. The appointment of impartial and honest ROs, and DROs should also be ensured.

The spokesperson of the Election Commission said that the ECP is trying to hold the election as soon as possible, so all the parties will have equal opportunities in the elections.

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Google expands Ads Transparency Center to meet new EU law

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Google

Google will expand the Ads Transparency Center to provide more information. Google will broaden the access to data for external researchers. Google will make changes to provide new kinds of visibility. On Thursday, Google announced its plan to enhance the level of information it discloses regarding advertisements aimed at users within the European Union (EU). … Read more

Dad’s sweet gesture for flight attendant daughter goes viral

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Dad's sweet gesture for flight attendant daughter goes viral

Video of a father feeding his flight attendant daughter goes viral. The video has over 11 million views and counting. Instagram users are calling the video heartwarming and adorable. A heartwarming video capturing a tender interaction between a father and his daughter is bringing joy to social media users. Uploaded on Instagram, the video depicts … Read more

BRICS Expansion Signals Growing Power of Emerging Markets

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BRICS

BRICS has extended invitations to Argentina, Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, the UAE, and Saudi Arabia. This move is seen as a way to counterbalance Western-dominated entities. The inclusion of Iran has attracted attention. The BRICS group, which consists of Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa, has extended invitations to six other countries, namely Argentina, Egypt, … Read more

Jason Derulo reveals his history with poverty, ‘we were broke’

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Jason Derulo

Singer Jason Derulo’s journey from drinking sugar water to stave off hunger to achieving $16 million. Derulo’s upbringing as an immigrant’s child in a small house taught him the value of everything. Despite his financial success, Derulo emphasizes that material wealth doesn’t guarantee happiness. Talking openly with actor Dax Shepard, famous singer Jason Derulo told … Read more

Kroos, Modric ready to accept reduced roles at Real Madrid

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Real Madrid

Luka Modric and Toni Kroos are prepared for reduced playing time. The veteran duo has slipped down the hierarchy. Carlo Ancelotti has confirmed that Modric will start the match. Real Madrid’s iconic midfield pair, Luka Modric and Toni Kroos, are unperturbed by reduced playing time this season, as they were prepared for this scenario. Since … Read more

Vivo V23 Pro price in Pakistan – August 2023

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Vivo V23 Pro price in Pakistan - August 2023

The Vivo V23 Pro has a 6.56-inch AMOLED, 90Hz display. The smartphone has a MediaTek Dimensity 1200 (6 nm) processor. The device includes 8 GB of RAM and a main camera with 108 megapixels. The Vivo V23 Pro is a mid-range smartphone that is now available for purchase on the market at an attractive price … Read more

FBR may change two board members

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ISLAMABAD: The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) may replace two board members in the team under the newly appointed Chairman, Malik Amjed Zubair Tiwana, According to the sources, the Member Admin Nadeem Hussain Rizvi and Member Customs Operation Zeba Azhar are likely to be replaced. Sources within the FBR suggest that proposals for new appointments … Read more

Britney Spears focuses on ‘music comeback after divorce

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Britney Spears

Sam officially asked for a divorce from Britney. He had already left the home they shared as a married couple. Britney Spears is planning to immerse herself in a music comeback. Last week, Sam officially asked for a divorce from Britney, who is 41 years old. He had already left the home they shared as … Read more

Did Tom Cruise quit scientology because of daughter Suri Cruise?

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Tom Cruise

Tom Cruise has allegedly severed ties with the Church of Scientology. His faith influenced his life, particularly his divorce and his relationship with his daughter. Tom Cruise has been part of the Church of Scientology for a long time. Tom Cruise has been part of the Church of Scientology for a long time. His two … Read more

Punjab Govt directs DCs to launch crackdown against polluters

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polluters
  • The instructions issued by CS Punjab Zahid Akhtar Zaman.
  • Chief Secretary ordered stern action against stubble burning.
  • Special check-posts to be established for smoke-emitting vehicles.

LAHORE: The caretaker Punjab government has issued instructions to all the deputy commissioners(DCs) to start a crackdown on polluters for controlling smog.

The instructions were issued by Chief Secretary Punjab Zahid Akhtar Zaman while presiding over a meeting held at the Civil Secretariat. The Senior Member Board of Revenue and secretaries of departments concerned attended the meeting while all divisional commissioners and deputy commissioners participated through video link.

The Chief Secretary ordered that stern action should be taken against stubble burning, the industries and vehicles causing air pollution and special anti-smog squads be formed in Lahore, Sheikhupura, Gujranwala, and Sialkot. He said that preventive measures are indispensable to overcome the smog, adding that the responsibilities would be reassigned to the departments.

The Chief Secretary mentioned that all the departments should make collective efforts to control smog. The task of controlling environmental pollution is a service to humanity, he added. The Chief Secretary also asked the deputy commissioners to ensure construction of new washrooms for passengers at petrol pumps situated at highways.

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Oppo is set to launch the Find N3 Flip on August 29

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Oppo Find N3 Flip will be launched on August 29. The phone will have a triple-camera system with Hasselblad branding. The device will be available in two colors: gray and black. Oppo officially announced that the Find N3 Flip will be launched on August 29. This foldable clamshell phone will retain its vertical screen orientation … Read more

Noman Habib birthday celebrations with Javeria and Saud

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Noman Habib birthday celebrations with Javeria and Saud

Noman Habib is a well-known actor in the Pakistani entertainment industry. He rose to fame for his role as “Bhola” in the popular TV series “Yeh Zindagi Hai.” Today, Noman celebrated his birthday in the company of friends and family. Noman Habib is a well-known actor in the Pakistani entertainment industry. He rose to fame … Read more

SBP’s foreign exchange reserves drop below $8bn

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SBP's foreign exchange reserves drop below $8bn

KARACHI: The foreign exchange reserves of the State Bank of Pakistan have declined by $125 million to reach $7.930 billion due to ongoing debt repayments. The downward trend in domestic foreign exchange reserves persists. As of the week ending on August 18, the combined foreign exchange reserves of the nation stood at $13.84 billion. The … Read more

Pakistan announces 15-man squad for Asian Games

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Pakistan

Qasim Akram will captain the team. The squad includes 8 players who have previously represented Pakistan. Shaheens will enter the competition from the quarter-finals stage. The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has unveiled the roster for the Shaheens cricket squad, which will compete in the upcoming Asian Games. Qasim Akram has been designated as the leader … Read more

Chandrayaan 3’s Vikram Lander: New Moon Photos Out!

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Chandrayaan 3's Vikram Lander: New Moon Photos Out!

India’s Chandrayaan-3 lander successfully lands on the moon’s south pole. ISRO releases video of Vikram lander’s lunar touchdown. Pragyan rover begins exploring the lunar surface after disembarking from lander. On Thursday, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) released a new video displaying moon images taken by Vikram’s Lander Image Camera moments before its lunar touchdown. … Read more

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