A recent pivotal study has concluded that the practice of Intermittent Fasting (IF) is entirely safe for the cognitive abilities of healthy adults. The research indicates that capacities like decision-making, memory, and complex problem-solving remain intact even during fasting periods. The findings were published in the respected journal ‘Psychological Bulletin,’ where experts conducted a deep analysis of 71 previous studies involving nearly 3,500 participants. Core Findings: According to Associate Professor David Moreau, a psychologist at the University of Auckland, their key discovery was that: “We found no consistent evidence of any decrease in cognitive performance from short-term fasting. The…
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A startling finding regarding the long-term use of the sleep supplement Melatonin has emerged from a preliminary study presented at the American Heart Association’s Scientific Sessions 2025. According to the research, prolonged use of Melatonin may lead to a significant increase in the risk of developing heart failure. Key Findings of the Research: Researchers analyzed five years of medical records for over 130,000 adults suffering from insomnia, using the TriNetX Global Research Network. The results indicated: Heart Failure Risk: Individuals who used Melatonin for one year showed a 90 percent higher risk of heart failure. Hospitalization and Mortality: These…
A health alert was issued at Karachi Airport after medical staff identified possible symptoms of the Monkeypox virus in a passenger arriving on a foreign airline flight. The incident has caused a wave of concern among health authorities in the city. According to airport sources, the passenger arrived in Karachi via a foreign airline flight from Saudi Arabia. During routine screening at the airport, the passenger exhibited clear symptoms of the disease. Symptoms: The passenger had a high fever and rashes on his body. Patient Complaint: The passenger informed the medical staff that he had been suffering from a…
Health experts have designated the consumption of yogurt in the evening as highly beneficial. According to them, when the human digestive system naturally slows down in the evening hours, yogurt helps reduce flatulence and indigestion while dramatically enhancing the body’s ability to absorb calcium. According to gastroenterologists, 100 grams of yogurt provides approximately 61 kilocalories, 3.5 grams of protein, 4.7 grams of carbohydrates, and 3.3 grams of fat. Being a fermented food, yogurt is rich in protein, calcium, Vitamin B12, Riboflavin (B2), Phosphorus, Magnesium, and Probiotics. Yogurt contains health-beneficial bacteria, including Lactobacillus bulgaricus and Streptococcus thermophilus, as well as…
The Lahore High Court has issued a significant public-interest ruling, dismissing the argument put forward by the Shaukat Khanum Memorial Trust and granting the Punjab Healthcare Commission (PHC) the final authority to set prices for services provided by private diagnostic laboratories and healthcare institutions in Punjab. Justice Raheel Kamran delivered the verdict, stating that healthcare services are directly linked to the fundamental constitutional right to life. Consequently, healthcare services “cannot be treated as commercial commodities.” Court Directives and Limitations: The court explicitly ruled that private diagnostic laboratories and healthcare providers in Punjab cannot charge a profit exceeding 20 percent…
A significant and major financial relief has been disclosed in Pakistan’s energy sector. Sources within the Ministry of Energy reveal that the government has achieved a historic saving of an estimated PKR 3,600 billion (PKR 3.6 Trillion) through the cancellation and renegotiation of old, expensive power purchase agreements with Independent Power Producers (IPPs). Reasons for Contract Termination: Ministry of Energy sources stated that several IPPs contracts were cancelled despite intense pressure from various quarters. The sources indicated that these agreements, originally signed about 20 years ago, had inflated electricity prices to exorbitant levels. A major flaw in these expensive…
Pakistan has made a significant decision to cancel 21 cargoes of Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) contracted with an Italian company, following a reassessment of the country’s energy demand and strategy. This move is expected to have notable implications for Pakistan’s energy future. According to sources within the Petroleum Division, the cancelled LNG cargoes were scheduled for delivery under an agreement with the Italian firm. Pakistan LNG Limited (PLL) has a long-term contract with the company to import one LNG cargo every month. New Import Strategy: Under the revised strategy, Pakistan will now purchase only 2 LNG cargoes in 2026,…
The Government of Pakistan has implemented a strict new regulation aimed at increasing General Sales Tax (GST) collection and enhancing transparency in the economy by bringing wholesalers and retailers into the tax net. Under this measure, the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has mandated that these businesses must integrate their operations with the Point of Sale (POS) system. Condition for POS Integration: According to the notification issued by the FBR, it is mandatory for any wholesaler or retailer whose monthly deducted adjustable Withholding Tax exceeds PKR 100,000 (for wholesalers) or PKR 500,000 (for retailers) to integrate their business with…
Federal Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has revealed that the global technology giant Google is planning to transform Pakistan into a major export hub. Speaking at a ‘Future Summit’ in Karachi, the Finance Minister affirmed that Pakistan’s economy is moving in the right direction and stressed that structural reforms are indispensable for sustainable growth. Economic Stability and Reforms: Muhammad Aurangzeb highlighted the global acknowledgment of the country’s economic improvement, noting that international rating agencies have recognized Pakistan’s economic recovery. He added that macro-stability has been praised internationally, and the nation’s corporate profits have seen a 9 percent increase. The Minister’s…
Pakistan has achieved a significant digital milestone with the inauguration of its first Chromebook Assembly Line. Supported by the Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC), this landmark project is the result of a strategic collaboration between the Government of Pakistan, Google, Tech Valley, and the National Radio and Telecommunication Corporation (NRTC). Objective and Production Target: The establishment of this assembly line aims to accelerate the digital revolution in Pakistan. Under the planned strategy, the facility will locally manufacture 500,000 laptops annually for students and teachers, starting in 2026. Government and International Vision: Speaking at the inauguration, Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq…
