A major UK study has revealed that low sugar consumption during pregnancy and early childhood may significantly reduce the risk of serious heart diseases in adulthood. These compelling findings emerged from an analysis of the health records of over 63,000 British adults. The participants were born during the post-World War II era, a time when sugar was strictly rationed in the UK. According to the research, during the 1950s, pregnant women were permitted less than 40 grams of sugar per day, and children under the age of two were given no added sugar at all. When researchers examined the long-term…
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The Deputy Inspector General (DIG) of Traffic in Karachi, Pir Muhammad Shah, has warned citizens about a new financial scam, clarifying that text messages (SMS) being sent to residents in the name of e-challans are completely fake. The DIG Traffic stressed that the police are not currently sending any challans via SMS. He appealed to the public to remain vigilant against these fraudulent messages and to avoid clicking on any unknown links to prevent financial loss. This important warning comes just as Karachi’s new e-challan system has been formally implemented and is actively working. In the first 6 hours…
A man has tragically died after a fire broke out in the bushes located behind the University of Karachi. According to officials, the deceased person has been identified as Muhammad Rafiq, who was severely burned by the blaze. A spokesperson for Rescue 1122 stated that fire tenders were immediately dispatched to the scene upon receiving the report. The fire was intense, and 12 fire tenders struggled to control it. Fire brigade officials also mentioned that the fire spread quickly and engulfed nearby temporary (kucha) houses. After significant efforts, the fire was brought under control. A cooling process is currently…
Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee, General Sahir Shamshad Mirza, has visited Bangladesh, where he held an important meeting with the Chief of the Bangladesh Army. According to the military’s media wing (ISPR), both leaders expressed satisfaction with the positive progress in defense cooperation between the two nations. They also agreed to continue regular visits at the senior military leadership level. During the meeting, the current global and regional security situation was discussed. Both sides emphasized the need to further strengthen bilateral cooperation between the armed forces of Pakistan and Bangladesh. Furthermore, the conversation covered topics such as military…
In Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met with Borge Brende, the President of the World Economic Forum (WEF). This meeting took place during the Future Investment Initiative conference and was held at the special request of the WEF leadership. During the discussion, the Prime Minister praised the strong relationship between Pakistan and the World Economic Forum. He highlighted the economic reforms his government is making and expressed satisfaction with the improving economic signs over the last 18 months. Shehbaz Sharif explained that the government’s main focus is on bringing economic stability, maintaining financial discipline, increasing investment, and…
Minister of State for Interior, Senator Talal Chaudhry, has emphasized that the concept of any personal law, or a “Niazi Law,” cannot be accepted in Pakistan. He clarified that the government in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa must be run strictly according to the constitution and law. Speaking to the media, Talal Chaudhry said that making government decisions based on consultation with a convicted person is not constitutionally correct. He warned that such an action would create a constitutional crisis in the country. The federal minister also expressed concern over announcements that the provincial cabinet would be formed on the direction or…
Full Story:Pakistan’s Defence Minister, Khawaja Muhammad Asif, said it became clear on the first day that the authority to decide was not in Kabul’s hands. Speaking on Geo News’ program Aaj Shahzeb Khanzada Ke Saath, he warned that when issues are not resolved in talks with the Afghan Taliban, the situation can quickly turn into open conflict. Asif argued that while the Taliban claim control, Afghan politics remain fragmented, and promises made by one group cannot be fully trusted. He further accused the Taliban of engaging in a proxy war backed by India. The minister said that negotiations often stalled…
Full Story:The scheduled hearing of the Toshakhana II case against the founder of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) at Adiala Jail, Rawalpindi, has been cancelled unexpectedly. According to sources, the court has officially informed the PTI founder’s legal team about the cancellation. The hearing was earlier planned to be held inside Adiala Jail under special security arrangements. Officials stated that a new hearing date will be announced tomorrow at the Judicial Complex in Islamabad, where the proceedings are expected to resume. The Toshakhana II case is among several ongoing cases against the PTI founder, involving allegations of misusing state gifts and concealing…
Full Story:Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) senior leader Salman Akram Raja has alleged that a “political game” is being played in Azad Jammu and Kashmir to sideline the PTI and manipulate the region’s political setup. Speaking at a press conference in Islamabad, Raja said that the true political leadership of Kashmir was present before the nation today. He expressed disappointment that PTI had still not been officially registered as a political party in Azad Kashmir. Raja further claimed that attempts had been made in the past to create an “artificial political system” in the region. “Our 29 elected members were broken away…
Full Story:A courageous woman in Karachi’s Gulistan-e-Johar foiled a robbery attempt, leading to the arrest of a previously convicted criminal, police confirmed. The incident occurred on the night of October 25 near Pehlwan Goth, where an armed motorcyclist tried to rob a woman at gunpoint. As the suspect attempted to flee, the woman showed remarkable presence of mind and hit him with her car. Police, alerted by nearby residents, later arrested the injured suspect on Shahrah-e-Faisal. Authorities identified the suspect as Muhammad Ali Hajano, a convicted felon who was once known for spreading fear in Karachi’s South District about 17…
