In a statement issued by the Pakistan Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (SUPARCO), it is possible that the upcoming Ramadan will be a 30-day fast, with Eid-al-Fitr expected to take place on March 21. According to SUPARCO, the crescent moon of Shawal is expected to be born at 6:23 AM on March 19, with the moon being approximately 12 hours and 41 minutes old at sunset on the same day. SUPARCO further stated that the chances of seeing the Shawal crescent moon on the evening of March 19 are low, and it is likely that this year will be a 30-day Ramadan, with Eid-al-Fitr expected to take place on March 21. A meeting of the Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee has been called in Islamabad on March 19 to observe the Shawal crescent moon, while zonal Ruet-e-Hilal committees will meet in their respective cities. The final sighting of the Shawal crescent moon will be announced by the Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee.
The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) has taken steps to ensure the accuracy and stability of the National Identity Card system. Sources close to the matter claim that PTI Chairman Barrister Gohar said in a conversation that “on one side, there is the war with Iran, and on the other side, there is your war.” The virtual six-month economic review talks between Pakistan and the IMF are ongoing, with the previous day’s briefing to the IMF on the economic situation and new budget-related tax proposals. The Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated that China’s special envoy is active in facilitating communication and cooperation between Pakistan and Afghanistan.
In a tragic incident, two laborers lost their lives in Multan’s Head Qasimabad area while clearing a gutter in a house. It has been decided to implement paperless working at the Punjab Assembly Secretariat. PTI Chairman Barrister Gohar said that in history, no one has ever told a trustee to take an oath. British High Commissioner Jean Mary said that the purpose of the visit to Parliament was to meet with political leaders, and during this meeting, a journalist asked her about the agenda, to which she replied that it was a private discussion.
A four-day working week has been implemented in the Islamabad High Court, with courts to remain open from Monday to Thursday. The Speaker and Deputy Speaker of the National Assembly returned the protocol staff under the austerity drive on Wednesday, while government drivers were also given holidays. The Minister of Information said that 65 terrorists and their accomplices were targeted in airstrikes in Afghanistan. A meeting of the opposition’s parliamentary party, led by Mahmood Achakzai, is underway. Sources from Islamabad report that Sher Ali Arbab expressed concerns about the process of legislation.
The National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency in Karachi conducted a raid on a building in DHA Phase 2 Extension, where they found a well-organized call center. The Sindh government has announced a notification for the closure of educational institutions under its energy-saving measures. A three-year-old child died in Lahore’s Raiwind area after falling into an open manhole. Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah said that the teachings of Hazrat Ali are an ideal example of justice, bravery, and humanity. Donald Trump said that when he decides to end the war, the war with Iran will end, and the ongoing war between the US and Iran is going well, and its results are better than expected.
The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) has taken steps to ensure the accuracy and stability of the National Identity Card system. The Spanish government has recalled its ambassador to Israel, who was stationed in Tel Aviv. Pakistan’s cricket captain, Shahid Afridi, said that a target of 270 to 280 runs would be ideal for this wicket. Iranian sources claim that 37 waves of missile and drone attacks have been carried out, targeting Israeli and US military bases in the Middle East. Iran has carried out over 3,133 attacks on Gulf countries, including 783 missile attacks and 2,350 drone strikes.
