Liaquat Baloch, the Naib Ameer (Deputy Chief) of Jamaat-e-Islami (JI), has made a significant political claim, stating that if his party “conquers” Lahore, it will lead to the party’s rule over the entire country. He made these remarks during the oath-taking ceremony for Ziauddin Ansari, the newly elected Ameer of JI for Lahore. Liaquat Baloch formally administered the oath of office to Ansari. In his address, Baloch emphasized the party’s core strength, stating, “If we remain firm on the power of our ideology, we can achieve success.” He also announced that JI will hold a major public gathering (Ijtima-e-Aam)…
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KARACHI: Pakistan is setting a confident course to unlock the vast economic potential of its maritime territory, often called the ‘Blue Economy’. Vice Admiral Muhammad Faisal Abbasi has announced that the upcoming Pakistan International Maritime Expo and Conference (PIMEC) will be crucial in achieving this goal. Speaking at a press conference at the Expo Center Karachi, Vice Admiral Abbasi stated that the second edition of the conference, running from November 3rd to 6th, will host delegations from 44 different countries, demonstrating its global success. He thanked the Sindh government for its cooperation and noted that the mega-expo will also provide…
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has praised the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) for a significant achievement, as the number of tax returns filed in the country reached a record high of 5.9 million (59 lakh). Sharif stated that the addition of 900,000 (9 lakh) new taxpayers to the tax net is a clear indicator of the public’s confidence in the government’s policies. “By the grace of Allah, the reforms in our tax system are yielding positive results,” he remarked. Detailing these reforms, the Prime Minister noted that merit has been given top priority within the FBR, and a new…
The administrative crackdown against Afghan citizens residing illegally in Pakistan’s Rawalpindi region is intensifying, now extending to local citizens who provide them with shelter or business space. According to a spokesperson for the Regional Police Officer (RPO), significant legal action has been taken against property owners, with 79 cases filed against those who rented shops and houses to undocumented Afghan nationals. These police operations are active across the entire region, including Rawalpindi, Attock, Jhelum, Chakwal, and Murree. The spokesperson confirmed that the repatriation process for Afghan citizens is ongoing, with the Torkham border crossing opened to facilitate their return.…
For anyone trying to eat healthier, a common question arises: is it better to boil vegetables or to steam them? It seems like a small decision, but this choice significantly impacts your food’s taste, color, and, most importantly, its nutritional value. According to nutrition experts, steaming is the clear winner. When you steam vegetables, they cook in the hot vapor without touching the boiling water. This gentle process helps them keep their natural flavor, crisp texture, and bright color. Most importantly, steaming preserves the delicate, water-soluble nutrients, such as Vitamin C and B-complex vitamins, which are easily lost during boiling.…
Nutrition experts are urging people to see pumpkins as more than just a Halloween decoration. They say this orange vegetable is actually one of autumn’s most powerful superfoods, and its benefits are too important to be ignored after one holiday. While pumpkins are famous in October, they often disappear from kitchens afterward. This is unfortunate because both the pumpkin’s flesh and its seeds are packed with nutrients that are essential for good health all year round. The Benefits of Pumpkin Flesh The bright orange color of a pumpkin comes from compounds called carotenoids, especially beta-carotene. When you eat it, your…
In our busy lives, many of us try to fit in walking whenever we can. However, a new study suggests that how you walk might be more important than how much you walk in short bits. The research has found that a single, continuous walk of 10 to 15 minutes is much more effective at lowering the risk of heart disease and early death. In contrast, short, separate walks that last less than 5 minutes (like walking from a room to the kitchen) do not provide the same significant health benefits. This discovery is especially important for people who live…
In a significant move towards empowering its special needs community, Sindh has developed its first-ever “scanner stick” for visually impaired individuals. This initiative brings new hope to a province where over 6 million special children and adults with various disabilities live. The high-tech walking stick, equipped with modern sensors, is designed to help blind individuals navigate safely and independently. This groundbreaking device has been developed by the Biomedical Technology Department at NED University. To bring this project to life, the Government of Sindh’s Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (DEPD) has signed a formal agreement with NED University. The…
Residents of Karachi, Pakistan’s largest city, are breathing dangerously polluted air today, as the city’s air quality has been recorded as “extremely unhealthy.” The latest data from the Air Quality Index (AQI) is alarming. It shows that Karachi now ranks as the third most polluted city in the entire world. According to the report, the pollution level in the city’s air has reached 236 particulate matter. To put this figure into context, the official AQI scale considers a reading of 151 to 200 as “unhealthy.” Any reading between 201 and 300, where Karachi currently stands, is classified as “very unhealthy.”…
Islamabad: In positive news for Pakistan’s economy, the Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) is set to meet in December to give the final approval for the third loan installment, totaling $1.2 billion. Sources from the Ministry of Finance confirmed this development. They explained that the meeting will review the disbursement of $1 billion as part of the ongoing Extended Fund Facility (EFF) program. In addition to this, the board will also approve an extra $200 million. These additional funds will be provided under the Climate Resilience Financing facility to help Pakistan cope with the impacts of…
