The federal government has retracted its decision concerning the appointment of Abdul Khaliq Shaikh as Director General (DG) of the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA). According to an official order issued by the Ministry of Interior, the notification appointing Abdul Khaliq Shaikh as DG FIA has been withdrawn. Just a day prior, he had been assigned the additional charge of the position. This abrupt reversal has raised questions regarding the internal decision-making processes within the government concerning key law enforcement appointments. Previously, the federal government had issued a notification regarding high-level transfers and appointments within the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA). As…
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The federal cabinet meeting, initially scheduled for today, has been postponed. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, who was to chair the meeting, will now lead it on March 26th. The meeting is anticipated to address the nation’s political and economic landscape, alongside a 12-point agenda. Key items on the agenda include the appointment of members to the Pakistan Ordnance Factory and Heavy Industries Taxila Board, and the approval for signing a convention on international dispute resolution. Furthermore, the cabinet will approve an agreement between Pakistan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Hungary’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade, aimed at facilitating trade…
A power van on the Karachi Express train experienced a fire near Kot Lalu Railway Station on Tuesday, initiated by an electrical short circuit. Railway personnel acted promptly to control the fire, preventing it from escalating. The incident occurred while the train was traveling from Lahore to Karachi. The swift response by railway staff successfully extinguished the fire, ensuring the safety of the passengers. Initial inquiries indicate that the fire was sparked by an electrical fault within the power van. Authorities have confirmed that no injuries or substantial damage resulted from the incident. Railway officials are undertaking a comprehensive investigation…
The Ministry of Finance has published its monthly Economic Update Outlook Report, indicating that inflation for the current month is projected to stay between 1 and 1.5%. However, the report cautions that inflation could escalate to 2-3% in April. According to the report, the first eight months of the fiscal year witnessed growth in remittances, exports, and investments. Remittances experienced a significant surge of 32.5 percent, reaching $23.96 billion. Exports increased by 7.2 percent, totaling $21.82 billion. Imports also saw a rise of 11.4 percent, amounting to $38.82 billion. The Finance Ministry’s report also highlighted a current account balance surplus…
The Islamabad High Court (IHC) has postponed the hearing concerning the appeal for the suspension of the sentence of the PTI founder and Bushra Bibi in the £190 million case until after the Eid holidays. A two-member bench, consisting of Acting Chief Justice Sardar Sarfraz Dogar and Justice Muhammad Asif, was presiding over the hearing. However, due to the absence of the lead defense counsel, advocate Shuaib Shaheen, a request was made to the court to reschedule the hearing for a later date, as the primary lawyer was traveling from the Supreme Court. Acting Chief Justice Sardar Sarfraz Dogar responded…
Karachi is anticipated to experience a reduction in heat intensity starting Friday, with meteorologists predicting a drop in temperatures and the onset of strong winds across the city. According to a weather specialist, intermittent strong winds are likely to occur in Karachi, potentially offering relief from the current heatwave. Furthermore, a decrease in nighttime temperatures is expected over the weekend. The meteorologist indicated that nighttime temperatures on Saturday and Sunday could fluctuate between 17°C and 18°C, resulting in relatively cooler conditions. In Karachi’s suburban areas, temperatures may decline further, potentially reaching between 14°C and 16°C. This weather shift comes as…
Chief Justice Yahya Afridi of the Supreme Court led a high-level meeting attended by the heads of various Supreme Court departments. The meeting assessed the progress of the e-filing system’s implementation and deliberated on judicial reforms. According to the official statement, the Chief Justice underscored the necessity to further improve accessibility, accountability, and transparency within the judicial system. He articulated that the goal of judicial reforms extends beyond merely reducing the caseload, aiming also to guarantee the prompt delivery of justice to litigants. He remarked, “Litigants are the core stakeholders in the justice system, and treating them with respect enhances…
The Ravi Urban Development Authority (RUDA) is embarking on a significant environmental sustainability initiative by converting the Mehmood Booti dumpsite into Pakistan’s inaugural carbon credit project. This 43-acre landfill, which has accumulated 13 million tons of waste since 1997, has been a source of severe pollution and methane emissions. The undertaking aims not only to mitigate environmental hazards but also to integrate the site into Pakistan’s green economy. With a PKR 5 billion investment, RUDA will rehabilitate the site by capturing methane emissions and converting them into usable energy, thereby reducing carbon output by one million tons over 15 years,…
A case of monkeypox has been reported in Karachi, marking the city’s first known instance of the virus. A young man, residing in Malir, tested positive for the virus and was immediately placed in the isolation ward at Jinnah Hospital. According to medical experts, the typical symptoms of monkeypox include fever, body aches, and throat swelling. Dr. Saeed Khan, head of the Sindh Public Health Lab, stated that a similar case was reported in Sindh last year as well. “The virus was detected in Sindh last year also,” Dr. Khan explained. He assured the public that measures had been taken…
Tuberculosis (TB) infections among children in the European region rose 10% in 2023, indicating ongoing transmission and the need for immediate public health measures to control the spread, the World Health Organization said on Monday. WHO’s European region, which comprises 53 countries in Europe and Central Asia, reported more than 7,500 cases among children under 15 years of age in 2023, an increase of over 650 cases compared to 2022. “The worrying rise in children with TB serves as a reminder that progress against this preventable and curable disease remains fragile,” said Hans Henri Kluge, WHO’s Regional Director for Europe.…
