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Day: November 17, 2023

Nerdle Answer Today: Saturday 18th November 2023

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Nerdle Answer Today: Tuesday 5th December 2023

Today’s Nerdle challenge offers a distinct shift from Wordle, focusing on assessing your math proficiency. These equations can prove to be quite intricate, even for experienced mathematical experts. If you’re not aiming for an immediate solution, you can swiftly navigate past the answers to find a compilation of past Nerdle solutions. This should ideally offer … Read more

Wordle Answer Today: Check #880 Hints and Clues for 18th 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 18th. 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 better … Read more

Caretaker setup to remain impartial, ensure free & fair elections, claims PM Kakar

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PM to embark on two-day visit to Kuwait today

ISLAMABAD: Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar on Friday, reiterating the government’s resolve to fulfill its duty of ensuring free, fair and transparent elections, said the caretaker setup would remain fully impartial. Dispelling the impression that a certain political party was being favoured by the caretakers, he said the political parties normally tried to attract their … Read more

Punjab decides to impose smart lockdown in 10 districts 

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Punjab
  • PDMA issued notification for implementation of smart Lockdown.
  • “There will be a lockdown on Saturday in 10 districts including Lahore”‘.
  • All public and private schools, colleges, and universities will be closed.

LAHORE: The Punjab Government has decided to impose a smart lockdown in 10 districts of the province including Lahore on November 18(Saturday) due to smog.

The Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) has issued a notification for implementation of smart Lockdown.

According to the notification, there will be a lockdown on Saturday in 10 districts including Lahore, Nankana Sahab, Sheikhupura, Kasur, Gujranwala, Gujrat, Sialkot, Narowal, Hafizabad and Mandi Bahauddin.

Movement will be restricted in all these districts on Saturday, November 18.

According to the notification, all public and private schools, colleges, and universities will be closed, and online classes will be allowed.

The notification states that markets, shops, gyms, cinemas, and offices can be opened after 3 pm.

Earlier, the Punjab Health Department issued a notification for the closure of private and public schools, colleges, and universities on Saturday, November 18.

Markets, gyms, cinemas, and offices will remain open at 3 pm.

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Hyundai Elantra price in UAE – Nov 2023

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Hyundai Elantra

The 6th Generation Elantra boasts an elegant and stylish design, featuring a prominent front grille with dynamic LED quad projector headlamps and LED daytime running lights. The rear of the car displays sporty LED tail lamps and a two-toned bumper with reflectors, enhancing its athletic appearance. Hyundai Elantra 2023 price in UAE The Hyundai Elantra price in … Read more

Faizabad sit-in case: SC will hear review petitions tomorrow

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Faizabad sit-in case: SC will hear review petitions tomorrow

ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court of Pakistan is scheduled to hear the review petitions and the implementation matter regarding the Faizabad sit-in case on Saturday (tomorrow). A three-member bench consisting of Justice Aminuddin Khan and Justice Athar Minullah headed by Chief Justice Qazi Faiz Isa will hear the case at 9:30 am. On Nov 15, federal … Read more

Sohail Tanvir Takes Helm as Head of Junior Selection Committee

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Sohail Tanvir Takes Helm as Head of Junior Selection Committee

Sohail Tanvir heads junior selection for PCB. Tanvir’s task: Pick U19 squad for ACC and ICC. Wahab Riaz, chief selector for Australia Test tour. In a significant shake-up within the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), former Pakistan pacer Sohail Tanvir has been appointed as the head of the junior selection committee. The announcement was made today … Read more

Djokovic Eager for Epic Showdown: Aiming to Face Nadal Once More

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Djokovic Eager for Epic Showdown: Aiming to Face Nadal Once More

Djokovic eager for final match with Nadal at 2023 ATP Finals. Historic rivalry hailed as the biggest in tennis. Nadal confirms comeback; Djokovic praises his resilience. In a press conference during the 2023 ATP Finals, Serbian tennis maestro Novak Djokovic expressed his anticipation for a potential final showdown with long-time rival Rafael Nadal, who recently … Read more

Former federal minister Gohar Ayub Khan passes away

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Gohar Ayub
  • Namaz-e-Janaza will be offered on Saturday (tomorrow) at Haripur.
  • Gohar Ayub was son of former Field Marshal President Ayub Khan.
  • Gohar Ayub served as foreign minister and Speaker National Assembly.

ISLAMABAD: Former foreign minister and former Speaker National Assembly Gohar Ayub Khan passed away at the age of 86.

Family sources have confirmed Gohar Ayub’s death, his Namaz-e-Janaza will be offered on Saturday (tomorrow) at 3:00pm in Village Rehana, Haripur District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.

It should be noted that Gohar Ayub was the son of former Field Marshal President Ayub Khan and father of Secretary General Pakistan Tehreak Insaf (PTI) Omar Ayub.

Gohar Ayub Khan was born on January 15, 1937 in Rehana village of Haripur district. He was elected Speaker of the National Assembly on November 4, 1990 and held the position till October 17, 1993.

Gohar Ayub Khan has also served as the Foreign Minister of Pakistan from 1997 to 1998 during the government of Nawaz Sharif.

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Centre, KP challenge SC ruling against civilians’ trial in military courts

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Seven benches to hear cases in Supreme Court

ISLAMABAD: The federal government and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa have separately filed petitions challenging the Supreme Court verdict against trials of civilians in the military courts, Bol News reported on Friday. The Ministry of Defense challenged the decision to stop the trial of civilians in military courts. The ministry pleaded the top court to annul the verdict … Read more

Gen Asim says intolerance, extremism against anyone is unacceptable

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Gen Asim says intolerance, extremism against anyone is unacceptable

RAWALPINDI: Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Syed Asim Munir says there is no space for intolerance and extreme behavior by any entity against anyone, particularly against minorities and vulnerable segments of the society. He said this while interacting with leading Ulema and Mashaikh of all schools of thought at the GHQ in Rawalpindi on … Read more

Mark Butcher says ‘ICC basically does whatever BCCI says’

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Mark Butcher says 'ICC basically does whatever BCCI says'

Butcher criticizes BCCI for pitch controversy in India vs. New Zealand World Cup semi-final. Unused pitch switched without ICC approval. ICC defends, citing common practice, raising suspicions of BCCI influence. In a dramatic turn of events during the World Cup semi-final clash between India and New Zealand at Mumbai’s Wankhede Stadium, allegations of pitch manipulation … Read more

CJP Isa constitutes committee to bring innovation in judicial system

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CJP Isa
  • The committee headed be headed by Justice Mansoor Ali Shah.
  • The Committee aims to automate and integrate judiciary.
  • NJAC is sub-committee of National Judicial Policy Making Committee.

ISLAMABAD: Chief Justice of Pakistan Qazi Faz Isa constituted a committee to bring innovation in the judicial system of Pakistan.

The committee, headed be headed by Justice Mansoor Ali Shah of the Supreme Court, would comprise Justice Muhammad Ali Mazhar of the SC, besides judges of high courts and the Federal Shariat Court.

The National Judicial Automation Committee aims to automate and integrate the judiciary and also introduce artificial intelligence (AI) in the legal processes and research. It will prepare a national plan based on technology and AI to improve the efficiency of service delivery of the judiciary.

“Justice Shah believes that the justice sector in Pakistan should take advantage of the new developments in technology. The world has moved from the age of the Industrial Revolution to the Era of Technological Transformation, and the justice sector in Pakistan needs to invest in state-of-the-art digital infrastructure, modernized training programmes, and robust measures for better administration of justice”.

“Justice Mazhar thinks that the digitization of the justice sector is only the beginning of the transformative change they envision for the legal system. As they move forward, they remain committed to continually enhancing their digital capabilities, further improving access to justice, and ensuring a transparent and efficient legal process for all,” it added.

Justice Shah was a Judge and later Chief Justice of the Lahore High Court. During his tenure, he established a Resource Center and launched a distinctive automation project that resulted in the successful deployment of Case Flow Management System. Similarly, Justice Mazhar took several initiatives to equip the High Court of Sindh with IT technology.

The NJAC is a sub-committee of the National Judicial Policy Making Committee (NJPMC) which is an apex body responsible for improving the performance of the administration of justice, harmonizing the judicial processes and standards, and ensuring a skilled and efficient judiciary.

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Messi Criticizes Uruguay’s Players Following 2-0 Loss

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Messi Criticizes Uruguay's Players Following 2-0 Loss

After 2-0 win, Messi criticizes gesture, calls for respect. Messi praises Bielsa’s influence on Uruguay’s style. Messi admits discomfort against Uruguay’s physical play. In a heated match between Argentina and Uruguay at La Bombonera, Buenos Aires, on Friday, November 16, Argentina emerged victorious with a 2-0 win. However, the post-match discussions were dominated by an … Read more

Punjab bans sale of five cough syrups

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Punjab
  • The cough syrups manufactured in Lahore were also supplied abroad.
  • WHO found high amount of alcohol in five cough syrups after investigation.
  • Dr Jamal Nasir said syrup manufacturing factory is being sealed in Lahore.

LAHORE: The Punjab government has banned five cough syrups manufactured by a Lahore-based pharmaceutical company after harmful ingredients were found in them.

Caretaker Minister for Primary and Secondary Healthcare  Dr. Jamal Nasir has said in his statement that the Punjab government has banned five cough syrups. Dr Jamal Nasir revealed that these cough syrups manufactured in Lahore were also supplied abroad.

He said that the World Health Organization(WHO) investigation on the complaint of Maldivian in the syrups confirmed the high amount of alcohol. On the recommendation of the Drug Regulatory Authority (DRAP), the Punjab government has stopped the sale of all five syrups.

Dr Jamal Nasir said that the stock of these syrups is being taken immediately from all the medical stores in Punjab while the syrup manufacturing factory is being sealed.

It should be noted that before this many children have died due to the same concentration present in Indian cough syrup.

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Hayden Worried About Decision to Remove Babar Azam as Captain

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Hayden Worried About Decision to Remove Babar Azam as Captain

Ex-Aussie cricketer Hayden notes issues in Pakistan cricket structure, calls for high performance. Hayden disappointed by Babar Azam’s captaincy resignation, praises his track record. Hayden points to player absences and underperformance as key factors in Pakistan’s World Cup woes. Former Australian cricketer Matthew Hayden expressed his dissatisfaction with the leadership setup in Pakistan cricket and … Read more

UAE Revolutionizes Pension System with Game-Changing Law

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UAE Revolutionizes Pension System with Game-Changing Law

GPSSA introduces Federal Decree Law No. (57) of 2023 for efficiency and equality. Enhance policies, sustain financial resources, and promote flexibility. Fill gaps in services for Emiratis in government and private sectors, incentivize private sector engagement. The General Pension and Social Security Authority in the UAE has recently unveiled a groundbreaking Federal Decree Law, ushering … Read more

Khadija Shah detained for further 30 days under MPO

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MPO
  • DC Lahore issued notification of Khadija Shah’s detention.
  • The order was issued on recommendation of SP Cantt.
  • Khadija Shah may disturb law and order situation again.

LAHORE: Deputy Commissioner Lahore ordered the detention of fashion designer and social activist Khadija Shah for a period of another 30 days under the Maintenance of Public Order (MPO) ordinance.

Deputy Commissioner Lahore issued the notification of Khadija Shah’s detention, in which it is said that the order to detain Khadija Shah was issued on the recommendation of the Superintendent of Police(SP) Cantt and District Intelligence Branch.

According to the notification, Khadija Shah was involved in violent activities on May 9 and she may disturb the law and order situation again.

It should be noted that Khadija Shah was arrested in the case of arson and vandalism in Jinnah House Lahore.

Earlier on November 15, the Anti-Terrorism Court of Lahore approved the post-arrest bail application against Khadija Shah in the fourth and last case related to May 9.

It should be remembered that Khadija Shah surrendered herself to the Lahore Police on May 23 on the charges of the May 9 riots.

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US Professor Charged in Death of Jewish Protester at Pro-Palestinian Rally

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US Professor Charged in Death of Jewish Protester at Pro-Palestinian Rally

Prof. Loay Alnaji, 50, charged with manslaughter at pro-Palestinian rally. Victim: 69-year-old Paul Kessler, fatal head injury on Nov 5. Initial release due to conflicting statements; new evidence prompts arrest. In a shocking turn of events, Loay Alnaji, a 50-year-old computer science professor at Ventura Community College, has been charged with involuntary manslaughter and battery … Read more

Premier League Imposes 10-Point Deduction on Everton

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Premier League Imposes 10-Point Deduction on Everton

Everton faces a 10-point deduction from the Premier League for financial violations. Relegation threat looms as the club sits at 19th place with four points from 12 matches. Everton plans to appeal, deeming the punishment disproportionate. In a shocking turn of events, Everton Football Club has been handed a severe blow by the Premier League … Read more

Mobile app will be introduced to aid pilgrims during sacred journey

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Mobile app will be introduced to aid pilgrims during sacred journey

ISLAMABAD: The Caretaker Minister for Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony has revealed ambitious initiatives for the modernization of the Hajj pilgrimage in 2024, benefiting the 90,000 pilgrims from Pakistan. A pivotal innovation entails the introduction of a mobile application intended to aid pilgrims throughout their sacred journey. Each pilgrim will receive a suitcase containing a … Read more

Realme C35 Price in UAE & Specification

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Realme C35 Price in UAE & Specification

The Realme C35 is a budget-friendly smartphone designed for practical use. It features a 6.6-inch HD+ display, providing clear visuals. Powered by a Cortex-A55 processor and 4GB of RAM, it handles everyday tasks efficiently. This phone offers 128GB of internal storage, expandable via microSD. It comes with a dual-camera setup, including a 50MP primary camera … Read more

FBR, Customs will be restructured, says Shamshad

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ISLAMABAD: The government, under the stewardship of caretaker Finance Minister Dr. Shamshad Akhtar, has declared its intention to institute reforms in the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR), with a key change involving the separation of customs from the revenue collection process. This move is designed to address perceived conflicts of interest and underscores the government’s … Read more

President phones families of army soldiers martyred in terror incidents

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President
  • He paid tribute on behalf of whole nation to martyrs.
  • President phoned family of Lt Col Hassan Haider.
  • He sympathised with families and prayed for patience.

ISLAMABAD: President Dr Arif Alvi telephoned the family members of the soldiers of the Pakistan armed forces who were martyred in different terrorist incidents.

The president held telephonic interactions with the families of the soldiers martyred in the attacks that took place on November 6, and October 18 and 29 respectively in different parts of the country.

The president paid tribute on behalf of the whole nation to the martyrs who sacrificed their lives for the country.

“The whole nation owes to the families of the martyrs for sacrificing their dear ones for the homeland,” he remarked.

President Alvi phoned the family of Lt Col Muhammad Hassan Haider, who was martyred in an attack in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on November 6.

He interacted with the families of Naik Khushdil Khan, Lance Naik Abdul Qadeer Khan and Rafeeq Khan.

He also telephoned the family members of Naib Subedar Asif Imran and Sepoy Irfan Ali, who embraced martyrdom in Awaran district of Balochistan on October 29.

He also spoke to the family members of Sepoy Farman Ali, who sacrificed his live in an attack on October 18 in South Waziristan.

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