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Day: November 7, 2023

Wordle Answer Today: Check #871 Hints and Clues for 7th November 2023

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Wordle Answer Today: Check #899 Hints and Clues For 5th Dec 2023

Whether you’re starting your day with Wordle or using it to unwind after a busy one, we’ve got you covered with the Wordle solution for today, November 7th . If you’re new to Wordle, the objective is to figure out a five-letter word of the day within six attempts. The fewer guesses you use, the … Read more

ATC grants bail to PTI activist Sanam Javed

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ATC
  • ATC heard case against Sanam Javed for burning  PML-N office.
  • Court ordered release of accused on surety bond of Rs 200,000.
  • The court rejected bail application of co-accused of May 09 incident.

LAHORE The Anti-Terrorism Court(ATC) accepted the bail application of Pakistan Tehreek e Insaf (PTI) activist Sanam Javed.

ATC heard the case against Sanam Javed for burning the office of Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) on May 9, in which the court accepted the PTI worker’s bail application.

The court ordered the release of the accused on a surety bond of Rs 200,000. The court rejected the bail application of co-accused Taj Mohammad and Mohammad Tanveer.

The accused are suspects of burning the PML-N office in Model Town on May 9. Anti-Terrorism Court Judge Muhammad Arshad Javed heard the case.

During the hearing, the lawyer of the accused said that her client is under custody in the case of burning the office of PML-N, his bail has been approved in two cases.

On Friday, the Lahore High Court sought an answer from the IG Police Punjab for not releasing Sanam Javed Khan despite being granted bail.

Justice Ali Baqar Najafi had heard the contempt of court case of the accused in which it was said that the IG said in the report that there was no case against the petitioner except for two cases but in both cases he was not released despite bail.

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ICC World Cup 2023 Live Score: England vs Netherlands Live score | Match 40

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ICC World Cup 2023 Live Score: England vs Netherlands Live score | Match 40

England and the Netherlands will lock horns in Match 40 of the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 on Wednesday, November 8, at the Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium in Pune. Both teams are determined to salvage their pride and secure a chance at Champions Trophy 2025 qualification. England Enters the Match on a Disappointing Note England … Read more

China Takes DouYu Founder and Investment Expert into Custody

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China Takes DouYu Founder and Investment Expert into Custody

Two prominent figures in Chinese business detained DouYu founder missing for weeks “China’s Warren Buffet,” Zhao Bingxian, officially detained by Wohua Pharmaceutical Reports have emerged that Chinese authorities have detained two prominent figures in the business world. The founder of DouYu, a leading live-streaming site, has been missing for several weeks, and the company is … Read more

ICC World Cup 2023 Live Streaming: How to Watch England vs Netherlands | Match 40

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ICC World Cup 2023 Live Streaming: How to Watch England vs Netherlands | Match 40

England and the Netherlands are set to clash in Match 40 of the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023, with both teams aiming for redemption and a chance to qualify for the Champions Trophy 2025. The match will take place at the Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium in Pune, India, on Wednesday, November 8, at 2:00 PM … Read more

Israel-Hamas War: Hamas Leader Denies Civilian Deaths in Israel

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Israel-Hamas War: Hamas Leader Denies Civilian Deaths in Israel

Hamas leader, Moussa Abu Marzouk, denies responsibility for civilian casualties in Israel. Israel claims over 1,400 people, mainly civilians, were killed by Hamas on October 7. Hamas is designated as a terrorist organization in several countries, including the UK and the US. A senior Hamas leader, Moussa Abu Marzouk, has refused to acknowledge his group’s … Read more

PM hopeful of SIFC bringing in over $60b investment to Pakistan

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SIFC
  • One-window opportunity on platform of SIFC is primarily being designed.
  • Kakar said dispute resolution mechanism had been agreed under SIFC platform.
  • He hoped to conclude deal by December for Saudi Arabia to buy stakes in Reko Diq,

ISLAMABAD: Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar expressed the hope that the Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC) would help bring in over $60 billion investment to Pakistan in the next five years.

“It is indeed. It could be probably more than that,” the prime minister said in an interview with Arab News when asked whether the reports that the SIFC would bring in up to $60 billion in investments in Pakistan in the next five years were realistic.

He said the SIFC would serve as a “one-window operation” to address any concerns of foreign investors.

“Two or three areas have already been addressed, like repatriation of dollars, which is the demand of any FDI [foreign direct investment] entity, [that] it’s insured, it’s legally protected,” the prime minister said.

“Secondly, the bureaucratic red-tapism has also been addressed, the one-window opportunity on the platform of SIFC is primarily being designed for this purpose, that we need to cut off all these bureaucratic hurdles and rationalize the entire process of allowing and giving permission to any investment from outside within 15 days.”

He said a dispute resolution mechanism had been agreed under the SIFC platform.

“It’s quite encouraging and favourable, which is acceptable to all the outside parties … The dispute resolution mechanism has been addressed.”

To a question, he said the government hoped to conclude a deal by December for Saudi Arabia to buy stakes in Reko Diq, one of the world’s biggest gold and copper mining projects.

“We are quite excited at the Saudi offer, and we would be very much encouraging their participation, not just in this project but otherwise also,” Prime Minister Kakar said.

“It is the negotiation part, which is happening between the three parties, and let’s see what sort of outcome comes of that.”

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Pakistan’s World Cup Semi-Final Hopes Alive After Australia’s Victory

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SIFC to bring in over $60bn investment in next five years: PM Kakar

Maxwell’s double century gets Australia to semis. Afghanistan needs a big win for semis. Pakistan and New Zealand in tight race for last spot. Glenn Maxwell’s breathtaking performance in the Cricket World Cup sent shockwaves through the cricketing world as he single-handedly propelled Australia to a remarkable victory over Afghanistan. The Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai, … Read more

ICC World Cup 2023: Maxwell’s Magic Leads Australia to Stunning Victory Against Afghanistan

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ICC World Cup 2023: Maxwell's Magic Leads Australia to Stunning Victory Against Afghanistan

Maxwell’s historic double century secured Australia’s win. Two dropped catches couldn’t stop Maxwell’s heroics. Hazlewood’s crucial bowling aided Australia’s victory. Glenn Maxwell’s remarkable performance in the 2023 World Cup took center stage as he played one of the greatest innings in the tournament’s history. The 35-year-old Australian cricketer delivered an astonishing unbeaten double century, guiding … Read more

FM Jilani expresses condolences with Palestinian counterpart over killings of innocent Palestinians

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FM Jilani telephones Palestinian counterpart to express condolences over deaths of innocent Palestinians

ISLAMABAD: Caretaker Foreign Minister Jalil Abbas Jilani telephoned his Palestinian counterpart and expressed condolences on behalf of the people and government of Pakistan over deaths of innocent Palestinians in brutality of Israel. Jilani told the Palestinian Foreign Minister that Palestine is not alone in this difficult time and expressed full solidarity with the Palestinians. The … Read more

Second Gym Collapse Shakes Heilongjiang: Three Lives Lost

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Second Gym Collapse Shakes Heilongjiang: Three Lives Lost

Second gym collapse in Heilongjiang province claims 3 lives, stirs alarm. The incident occurred during unseasonable cold weather and snowfall. Dramatic rescue efforts were witnessed in the snow-covered rubble. After a second gymnasium collapsed in Heilongjiang province, claiming the lives of three middle school students, Chinese citizens have taken to social media to express their … Read more

IMF demands end of budget subsidy for tube well users

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IMF
  • IMF has asked to introduce solarization system for agricultural sector.
  • Around Rs. 90 billion will be spent on solarization scheme for tube wells.
  • The federal, provinces and tube well consumers will share 30 billion each.

ISLAMABAD: The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has demanded an end to budget subsidies for tube well users.

According to sources, officials of the Ministry of Energy and the Ministry of Finance met in technical level talks with the IMF mission during which discussions were held on starting the Tube Well Solarization Scheme in the current financial year.

Sources say that the IMF has asked to introduce a solarization system for the agricultural sector of Pakistan and demanded to end the budget subsidy for tube well users.

“Around Rs. 90 billion will be spent on the solarization scheme for tube wells,” sources said.

“Proposals with regard to the solarization scheme can be presented to the federal cabinet next month,” sources said. ” Rs. 90 billion will be shared by the federal government, the province and consumer equally,” according to sources.

The federal government, province and tube well consumers will share 30 billion rupees each.

Sources said that due to the implementation of the scheme, it has also been asked not to give subsidy to tube wells users in the budget of the next fiscal year.

According to the sources, IMF was told in the meeting that National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) is making timely notification of quarterly adjustments and fuel price adjustments for cost-recognising tariff improvement.

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Tirah operation martyrs laid to rest with full military honours

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Tirah operation martyrs laid to rest with full military honours

RAWALPINDI: The funeral prayers of the martyrs of Tirah intelligence-based operation (IBO) were laid to rest with full military honours in their native towns on Tuesday. According to the Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR), the Namaz-e-Janaza (funeral prayers) of Lieutenant Colonel Muhammad Hassan Haider (age 42 years, resident of DHA-2, Islamabad) who embraced, shahadat, in … Read more

PM Kakar to attend 16th ECO Summit in Tashkent tomorrow

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PM to attend 16th ECO Summit in Tashkent tomorrow

ISLAMABAD: Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar on Wednesday would embark on an official visit to Tashkent, Uzbekistan to participate in the 16th Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO) Summit being held on 8-9 November. “At the Summit, the Prime Minister will reaffirm Pakistan’s commitment to ECO Vision 2025 and to promotion of regional cooperation in the areas … Read more

PM assures ECP of full support in conducting free, fair, transparent polls

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PM assures ECP of full support in conducting free, fair, transparent polls

ISLAMABAD: Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar says the government will provide all kinds of support to the Election Commission to conduct free, fair and transparent elections in the country and ensure the provision of all necessary resources. He was talking to Chief Election Commissioner Sikandar Sultan Raja who called on him in Islamabad today. In … Read more

Punjab Govt announces holidays for smog hit-districts of province    

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Smog holidays in Punjab: Educational institutions will remain close on Saturday
  • The smog-hit districts of the province would observe a four-day holiday.
  • Govt will notify business holiday for offices and schools on Nov 10 in Lahore.
  • The bakeries and pharmacies, restaurants, and transport will remain open.

LAHORE: Caretaker Punjab Chief Minister Mohsin Naqvi announced that smog-hit districts of the province would observe a four-day holiday.

The holidays will be from Thursday (Iqbal Day) through Sunday, he said.

“Today, we will notify business holiday for offices and schools on November 10 in Lahore division, Gujranwala, Wazirabad, Kasur, Nankana Sahib districts, and Hafizabad while November 9 has already been declared a public holiday,” CM Naqvi said in a press conference.

Smog has made Lahore the most polluted city in the world, Caretaker Chief Minister Punjab Mohsin Naqvi announced a holiday on Friday, November 10 in all districts of Lahore Division, Gujranwala, Wazirabad and Hafizabad were given smog.

The Chief Minister said that marriage halls will remain open on Friday, Saturdays, and Sundays while parks will remain closed. The bakeries and pharmacies, take-away restaurants, and public transport will remain open.

Caretaker Chief Minister of Punjab said that the factories are not being closed. It is half a day, the markets will be closed on Saturday and the traders will close on Friday if they consider it suitable.

Mohsin Naqvi said that the entire impact of crop residues being burnt in India is coming to Pakistani Punjab.

The caretaker chief minister said that the aim is to bring down the smog as it is not possible to eliminate it. He said rain will also affect the smog.

He said that in India, schools were also closed in New Delhi and the Indian government also had to make tough decisions. He said the Punjab government is monitoring those cities where there is heavy smog. He said, “If you want to stay in Lahore for these three or four days, then stay at home”.

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Israel-Hamas War: Antony Blinken Warns of Hamas Rebuild

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Israel-Hamas War: Antony Blinken Warns of Hamas Rebuild

Blinken expresses concern over a potential Israeli ceasefire in Gaza. Emphasis on Israel taking measures to prevent civilian casualties. Talks with Arab leaders call for an end to the conflict. US Secretary of State Antony Blinken, during his visit to Jordan, expressed concern that an Israeli ceasefire in Gaza might allow Hamas to regroup and … Read more

Maaz Safder’s Family Photos From Son Basil’s Birthday

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Maaz Safder

Maaz Safder is now a renowned YouTuber with over 4 million subscribers. The couple has an adorable son named Basil Maaz. Basil Maaz celebrated his first birthday on November 4th. Maaz Safder is a skilled and youthful social media sensation hailing from Pakistan. He embarked on his social media odyssey during his teenage years, initially … Read more

Infinix Note 30 Price in UAE & Features – Nov 2023

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Infinix Note 30

The Infinix Note 30 is a feature-packed smartphone that offers impressive performance and an array of capabilities. It features a large 6.8-inch Full HD+ display with a 120Hz refresh rate, delivering vibrant visuals and smooth scrolling. Under the hood, the Infinix Note 30 is powered by a powerful MediaTek Helio G99 processor, ensuring seamless multitasking … Read more

Samsung Galaxy A52s Price in UAE & Specs – Nov 2023

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Samsung Galaxy A52s

The Samsung Galaxy A52s is a mid-range smartphone that offers a compelling set of features. It boasts a 6.5-inch Super AMOLED display with a smooth 120Hz refresh rate, delivering vibrant colors and sharp visuals. Under the hood, it’s powered by a Snapdragon 778G processor, ensuring smooth performance for everyday tasks and gaming. The phone’s quad-camera … Read more

Warwickshire Cricket Team Welcomes Back Hassan Ali for 2024 County Season

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Warwickshire Cricket Team Welcomes Back Hassan Ali for 2024 County Season

Hassan Ali rejoins Warwickshire for County cricket. Ali excited to return to Warwickshire. Coach Robinson welcomes Ali’s impact. In an exciting development for cricket fans, the renowned Pakistani fast bowler, Hassan Ali, is all set to make his return to county cricket by rejoining Warwickshire and Birmingham Bears. The 29-year-old cricketer will be eligible to … Read more

Nida Yasir Jokes About Husband Yasir Nawaz: ‘He’s Not Sharif’

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Nida Yasir

Nida Yasir is a well-known Pakistani television host, actress, and producer. She recently appeared on a popular talk show. Nida playfully teased Yasir Nawaz about the common belief that “sharif” (decent) men are timid around their wives. Nida Yasir is a Pakistani television host, actress, and producer. She is best known for her work in … Read more

SHCC imposes Rs 8.6m fine on 134 quacks outlets

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SHCC
  • He said illegal de-easing of sealed clinics is heinous crime.
  •  Dr Sheikh ordered CEO SHCC to conduct meeting with IG Sindh.
  • He said quacks should be dealt strictly across Sindh province.

KARACHI: Sindh Healthcare Commission (SHCC) has imposed Rs 8.6million fine on 134 quacks outlets across the Sindh province over quackery practices.

Chairman Board of Commissioners (BOC),SHCC, Dr Khalid Sheikh shared these views while chairing 61st meeting of Board at SHCC Office Karachi.

He said illegal de-easing of sealed Healthcare facilities (HFs) is heinous crime and this is open challenge to writ of the Government of Sindh. He issued standing orders to the CEO SHCC to conduct meeting with IG Sindh Police and other stakeholders to devise robust collaborative strategy to deal with lawbreakers.

The meeting was attended by other members of the Board.  During the meeting, CEO SHCC Dr. Ahson Qavi Siddiqi presented the proposed changes in the SHCC Regulations 2017 where recommended some important modifications in the categories of HCEs, switching from numbers of beds to the services provided at the healthcare facilities.

The BoC appreciated the proposal and give its affirmation for further process of amendment in SHCC Act and Regulations.

Convener, Anti-Quackery Committee, Dr  Ghafoor Shoro updated the participants that Anti-Quackery Directorate received 137 de-sealing applications from the healthcare providers and owners of the property. The committee reviewed each de-sealing application that had fulfilled the prescribed formalities.

The Committee made decisions based on the individual circumstances, imposing penalties totaling Rs. 8.6 million against 134 HCEs and three cases were declined for re-hearing. The Board emphasize to scale-up operational activities in Divisional Head Quarters by overcoming the challenges of staff shortage.

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MQM-P invites Maryam Nawaz to contest election from Karachi

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MQM-P invites Maryam Nawaz to contest election from Karachi

LAHORE: Muttahida Qaumi Movement-Pakistan (MQM-P) has suggested Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) Chief Organizer Maryam Nawaz to contest elections from Karachi. It has been revealed from the inside story of the meeting between the delegations of Pakistan Muslim League-N and MQM-Pakistan. The delegations of both the parties met in a very cordial atmosphere, the party sources … Read more

Jude Bellingham’s UCL Clash in Doubt as Injury Looms

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Jude Bellingham's UCL Clash in Doubt as Injury Looms

Bellingham uncertain for UCL clash against Braga. Key with 13 goals in 14 games for Real Madrid. Chose Real Madrid, won Bundesliga’s top player award. Real Madrid’s star midfielder, Jude Bellingham, faces uncertainty ahead of the UEFA Champions League showdown against Braga on Wednesday, November 8, due to a recent shoulder injury. Bellingham’s absence would … Read more

President for comprehensive strategy to address mental health issues

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President
  • He called for taking collective measures and integrated approach.
  • President highlighted that mental health was a major concern.
  •  He said 60% of college and university students were under stress.

ISLAMABAD: President Dr Arif Alvi has urged the need for a comprehensive strategy to address the growing challenge of mental health issues in the country.

He called for taking collective measures and adopting an integrated approach involving various stakeholders, including relevant ministries, the Prime Minister’s Office, NGOs, psychiatric associations, and civil society to overcome the mental health burden in Pakistan.

The President expressed these views while chairing a follow-up meeting on mental health, at Aiwan-e-Sadr. The meeting was attended by the Chairman of the Strategic Reforms Implementation Unit Prime Minister’s Office, Hussain Islam, and representatives of various organizations working on mental health.

During the meeting, the President highlighted that mental health was a major concern, demanding a coordinated approach from all involved parties.

He said that around 24% of the country’s population was facing various mental health issues and 60% of college and university students were under stress. He said that this situation needed the immediate attention of the government, healthcare professionals, civil society organizations, and the media.

The President called for concise and impactful messaging to create awareness about mental health issues by drawing upon the lessons learnt from the successful campaigns on COVID-19 and breast cancer. He said that coordinated efforts were needed to overcome the social stigmas and taboos attached to mental health issues in Pakistan.

He also underscored the need for increasing the number of mental health professionals, besides taking steps for the capacity building of human resources to provide quality counselling and assistance to people. He further stated that such initiatives should be supported and sustained in future by the successive governments.

He also lauded the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between an international NGO and a private media group in Pakistan for raising awareness about mental health issues.

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