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Situation in Kyrgyz Republic reportedly improved: FO

Situation in Kyrgyz Republic reportedly improved: FO

ISLAMABAD: Foreign Office Spokesperson Mumtaz Zahra Baloch says the situation in Kyrgyz Republic is reportedly improved. In a statement today, she said the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and our Embassy in Bishkek remain active in facilitating all students. Following numbers of Embassy of Pakistan in Kyrgyzstan can be contacted in case of any assistance and … Read more

540 Pakistani students to return from Kyrgyzstan tonight: Dar

540 Pakistani students to return from Kyrgyzstan tonight: Dar

ISLAMABAD: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Muhammad Ishaq Dar says three special planes will bring back a total of 540 Pakistani students from Bishkek tonight. Addressing a news conference in Lahore today, he said an additional special plane of PAF having capacity of 130 passengers has also been dispatched to bring back more students. … Read more

Normal heat waves likely in Peshawar, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Near normal rains, below normal day temperatures likely in Pakistan during August

The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) says that Heatwaves will likely develop in Peshawar and parts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa from May 21. Heatwaves will continue till May 27 with day temperatures to stay 04 to 06°C above ordinary levels. As per the synoptic situation, a thin westerly wave conquers over the upper parts of Pakistan. It … Read more

PM Shehbaz directs to make arrangements to bring back Pakistani students from Kyrgyzstan

PM directs to make arrangements to bring back Pakistani students from Kyrgyzstan

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has instructed the Ambassador of Pakistan in Kyrgyzstan Hasan Ali Zaigham to make all necessary arrangements regarding the special plane to bring back Pakistani students from Kyrgyzstan. In his telephonic conversation with Hasan Ali Zaigham, the Prime Minister directed him to stay in touch with all Pakistani students and their … Read more

Tarar claims Bishkek situation normal

Tarar claims Bishkek situation normal

LAHORE: Federal Minister for Information, Broadcasting, National Heritage, and Culture Atta ullah Tarar has said that a political party is misrepresenting the Kyrgyzstan incident. He said that the situation in Bishkek has returned to normal, and those spreading fake images of casualties should fear Allah. Addressing a joint press conference along with Deputy Prime Minister … Read more

Zuma rallies support in ANC heartland with fiery election battle cry

Zuma rallies support in ANC heartland with fiery election battle cry

Former South African President Jacob Zuma held a rally in Soweto ahead of the May 29 general election. Zulu warriors, camouflage men, and renowned artists, including rapper Big Zulu, entertained the crowd. Soweto holds significant political symbolism, having been a key part of the struggle against apartheid. Former South African President Jacob Zuma showcased his … Read more

Counting of votes starts as polling concludes in Multan by-election

Counting of votes commences as polling concludes in Multan bye-election

MULTAN: Counting of votes underway after polling for bye-election in NA-148 Multan-1. Syed Ali Qasim Gillani of PPP and independent candidate supported by Sunni Ittehad Council Taimoor Altaf are the leading candidates besides candidates of other parties. Syed Yusuf Raza Gillani had vacated the seat after his election as Senator. The polling for the NA-148 … Read more

Punjab Bike Scheme: 8039 Students to Receive E-Bikes

Federal govt announces free e-bikes for students

In a recent update, Bilal Akbar Khan, Punjab’s Minister for Transport, announced new details about the Punjab Bike Scheme. This initiative aims to distribute e-bikes to an impressive 8039 students throughout the province. Speaking at a press conference in Lahore, Minister Bilal Akbar Khan highlighted the strong interest in the scheme, with about eight lakh … Read more

Pakistan to end solar net metering, shift to gross metering

Sindh to solarize government schools, announces energy minister

The federal government has decided to end solar net metering and switch to a gross metering system to discourage the use of solar energy and push consumers back to costly grid electricity. The Ministry of Energy has informed the International Monetary Fund (IMF) that net metering is reducing the revenues of distribution companies (DISCOs). Under … Read more

Empowering Women, Building Climate Resilience: Pakistan’s Path Forward

As the devastating impacts of climate change continue to unfold across Pakistan, one sobering reality emerges: the burden falls disproportionately on women and girls. According to the Sustainable Development Policy Institute, women in Pakistan are 14 times more likely to die during natural disasters than men. This staggering statistic highlights the deeply entrenched gender inequalities … Read more

Ishaq Dar, Amir Maqam’s visit to Kyrgyzstan postponed

Ishaq Dar, Amir Maqam's visit to Kyrgyzstan postponed

ISLAMABAD: The visit of Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar and Federal Minister Amir Maqam to Kyrgyzstan has been unexpectedly postponed. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif had instructed them to travel to Bishkek immediately to assess the situation following the violence against Pakistani students in the Kyrgyz capital and to oversee the measures for … Read more

Pakistan set to launch localized electric rickshaws

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The localization of electric vehicle (EV) rickshaws is set to commence in Pakistan in the coming months, aiming to reduce prices to approximately Rs400,000–500,000 per unit in the local market. This marks a historic initiative to lower EV rickshaw prices through localization. Currently, the cost of imported Completely Knocked-Down (CKD) kits for EV rickshaws is … Read more

How can you lock WhatsApp chats

WhatsApp Users Will Soon Be Able to Change Chat Bubble Colors

Meta-owned WhatsApp continuously enhances user experience by regularly updating its app. One of WhatsApp’s standout features is its end-to-end encryption, ensuring that personal conversations, images, videos, and other content remain secure. Building on this, WhatsApp introduced the ‘Chat Lock’ feature last year, enabling users to secure sensitive conversations. Additionally, WhatsApp added the “Secret Code” feature, … Read more

UAE announces fully funded scholarships for international students 2024–25

UAE students scholarships

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has unveiled an exciting opportunity for international students by offering ten fully funded scholarships for the academic year 2024–25. These scholarships aim to foster global collaboration and innovation, providing students with access to advanced research, industry partnerships, and hands-on learning experiences. They are designed to prepare students for success on … Read more

Rain likely in Lahore and Punjab today, heatwave predicted from May 21

Lahore rain today

The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) predicts rain-wind/thunderstorms in Lahore and parts of Punjab on Sunday evening/night. A shallow westerly wave currently over the upper parts of Pakistan is expected to persist for the next 24 hours, influencing these weather conditions. Heatwaves are expected to develop in Lahore and across Punjab, with temperatures rising 4 to … Read more

After decades of protection, the automobile industry still fails to export, raising concerns amid the economic crisis: PIDE VC

automobile industry

Lahore, May 19, 2024: The Pakistan Institute of Development Economics hosted a one-day conference titled ‘Revitalizing Pakistan’s Automobile Industry: Moving towards Consumer Welfare, Global Integration & Sustainable Mobility’ here in Lahore. Representatives of Automobile Companies in Pakistan, Automobile parts manufacturers, policymakers and academicians participated in the conference, sharing their experience and knowledge regarding the issues … Read more

KP to provide enhanced privileges to local body system

KP to provide enhanced privileges to local body system

A recent meeting chaired by Chief Minister Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Sardar Ali Amin Khan Gandapur, addressed various issues faced by elected local bodies in the province. The meeting involved representatives from Tehsil Councils, Village and Neighborhood Councils, and other relevant officials. Key decisions were made during this meeting. Enhanced Privileges The government will release necessary funds … Read more

NA-148 By-elections: Monitoring and Control Center established for the convenience of the public

NA-148 By-elections: Monitoring and Control Center established for the convenience of the public

ECP has set up an Election Monitoring and Control Center. Public can contact the center to file election-related complaints. Complaints can be emailed to complaints@ecp.gov.pk. For the convenience of he public during the by-election in Multan NA-148 today (Sunday), the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has established an Election Monitoring and Control Center. The Election … Read more

Polling for National Assembly Constituency NA-148 in Multan concluded

Polling for National Assembly Constituency NA-148 in Multan concluded

The polling for the National Assembly Constituency NA-148 in Multan has concluded. The polling began 08:00 AM in the morning and had concluded at 05:00 PM without any breaks. Out of all the candidates participating, there ais a tough competition between Pakistan People’s Party’s Ali Qasim Gilani, Sunni Ittehad Council’s Taimur Altaf and Ahmed Hussain … Read more

BTC TO USD: Today’s Bitcoin price in Dollar on 19 May, 2024

As of May 19, the Bitcoin to USD exchange rate stood at $66,767.53. Bitcoin’s value in dollars reflects the dynamic nature of the cryptocurrency market. Investors and enthusiasts closely monitor these fluctuations to make informed decisions regarding buying, selling, or holding Bitcoin. Bitcoin price in Dollar Today Bitcoin to USD Rate: 66,767.53 US Dollar The … Read more

USD TO PKR – Today’s Dollar Price in Pakistan – 19 May 2024

USD TO PKR – Today’s Dollar Price in Pakistan – 14 August 2024

USD to PKR (Dollar Price in Pakistan Rupee): – The US Dollar to Pakistani Rupee interbank exchange rate is PKR 277.25 as per Pakistan Interbank. This is the inter-bank closing currency exchange rate for the US Dollar to the Pakistani Rupee which is provided by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP). USD to PKR Exchange Rate … Read more

Suzuki Wagon R price & Installment Plans in Pakistan- May 2024

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Suzuki Wagon R endured one of the famous hatchbacks in Pakistan. The car gathered major popularity in the country due to some key factors. Wagon R is known for spacious interior, considered by ample headroom, legroom, and a tall-boy design, sets it apart in its segment, present an easy ride for passengers. The affordability of … Read more

Gold Rate in Qatar Today – 19 May, 2024

Gold Rate in Qatar Today

On May 19, 2024, the price of 24k gold per tola in Qatar was QAR 3,258.01. This information is regularly updated by local gold and bullion markets in Qatar, providing live rates in Qatari Riyal for 1 tola, 1 gram, and 10-gram increments. These rates are useful for those interested in the Qatari gold market, including investors and individuals seeking current … Read more

Quordle Answer Today: Sunday 19th May 2024

Quordle Answer Today

Today’s Quordle Solution, Quordle Answer for May 19th: Quordle is the newest game akin to Wordle, involving the task of deducing four distinct 5-letter words within nine tries. In a brief period, Quordle has gained immense popularity, engaging millions of players in its daily word-guessing challenge. It has seamlessly integrated into daily routines. The Quordle … Read more