Chaman border reopened for three hours on July 26, 2021Pakistan on Sunday reopened a key border crossing with Afghanistan for three hours (8am to 11am) to facilitate the stranded Pakistani and Afghan nationals to come back to their respective countries. However, authorities have clarified that the border crossing is only open for stranded Pakistani and Afghan nationals. It is pertinent to mention here that […]
Rescue operation launched for cargo ship stuck near Sea View on July 26, 2021A rescue operation for the cargo ship stuck near Karachi’s Sea View for the last five days will finally be launched today (Monday), Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Ali Zaidi announced on Sunday. “The owner [of the vessel] has nominated Bharia Marine Services as their agent in Pakistan,” he tweeted. “Rescue tugs will arrive early […]
Pakistan bagged $1908 million from IT services’ export in 11 months: PBS on July 26, 2021Pakistan earned $1908.125 million by providing different information technology (IT) services in various countries during the first eleven months of fiscal year 2020-21. This shows a growth of 47.13 percent when compared to $1296.930 million earned through provision of services during the corresponding period of fiscal year 2019-20, Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS) reported. During […]
Noor Mukadam murder: Court grants physical remand of suspect on July 25, 2021A local court on Saturday granted two days’ physical remand of Noor Mukadam’s murder accused Zahir Jaffer to police. Duty Magistrate Sohaib Bilal Ranjha announced the verdict pertaining to the police’s plea for an extension in the physical remand of the accused. “Who is the investigation officer of the case,” the magistrate questioned. “We have […]
Govt must step up to guarantee safety of women: Sherry on July 25, 2021Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) Vice President Senator Sherry Rehman, while condemning Noor Mukadam’s gruesome murder, said Saturday the case is not a one-off and called for justice for Noor and all other girls who have been violated or wronged. “In two weeks, there have been multiple cases of violence against women. With such incidents happening […]
Pakistan to start export of ventilators this year: Fawad Ch on July 21, 2021Minister for Information and Broadcasting Fawad Chaudhary on Tuesday said that Pakistan will hopefully start to export ventilators this year. In a tweet, he said fourth company has also got license to make Ventilators due to efforts made by the Ministry of Science and Technology during COVID. He said that the health city established in […]
Govt establishing 21 new universities in Punjab: Firdous on July 21, 2021The Special Assistant to the Punjab Chief Minister (SACM) on Information Dr. Firdous Ashiq Awan has said the provincial government is establishing 21 new universities in the province. In a tweet on Tuesday, she said seven universities are being established in most backward districts which will enlighten those areas with knowledge. Dr Firdous Ashiq Awan […]
Five killed, 21 injured as bus overturns in Okara on July 21, 2021At least five persons were killed and 21 others sustained injuries when a speeding bus overturned here on Tuesday. According to details, a passengers packed bus was going to Fort Abbas from Lahore when it overturned due to over speed after one of its tyre was burst and fell on a motorcycle near Al-Jehad Check […]
Govt allocates Rs 40m for renovation of Mirpur Khas stadium on July 21, 2021Provincial Minister for Food and Minority Affairs Hari Ram Kishori Lal has said that Sports and sporting activities are very vital and important for a establishment of a healthy society. In this regard, the Sindh government has allocated Rs. 40 million for the renovation of Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto Stadium, Mirpur Khas , which will […]
GB govt shuts restaurants, parks during Eid holidays on July 21, 2021Gilgit-Baltistan government has banned opening of all restaurants, public gatherings and visit to public parks during Eidul Azha holidays in the wake of Covid-19. According to a notification issued by the government, there will be ban on indoor and outdoor dining, public gathering, and functions. Pakistan reported 37 deaths in the last 24 hours by […]