Author: Faiza Liaquat

Registration for the Punjab government’s housing initiative, “Apni Chhat Apna Ghar,” has officially begun in the Bahawalpur district. This project, launched under the directives of Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz, aims to provide affordable housing to low-income individuals. Registration counters have been established at various locations, including the Deputy Commissioner’s Office, the Deputy Director’s Office of the Punjab Housing and Town Planning Agency, and the offices of Assistant Commissioners in all tehsils of the district. Low-income individuals can visit these counters to register. Additionally, applicants can apply online via the website www.acag.punjab.gov.pk or obtain information by calling the helpline at 09100-0800.

The cadets of Pakistan Naval Academy emerged victorious at the Commandant Cup Sailing Regatta, held at the Naval and Maritime Academy in Trincomalee, Sri Lanka. This prestigious event saw participation from naval teams representing Sri Lanka, Pakistan, China, and India. The competition featured internationally recognized classes of boats, including the Laser Radial and Enterprise categories. Pakistan Naval Academy secured top honors by winning a Silver medal in the Laser Radial category and a Gold medal in the Enterprise category, according to a news release from the Pakistan Navy. The winning team from Pakistan Naval Academy consisted of Officer Cadets Syed…

For the first time, Pakistan has entered the international ice hockey arena, competing in the prestigious LATAM Cup in Coral Springs, Florida, USA. Despite being a hastily assembled team of players with Pakistani heritage from across the United States, Pakistan’s ice hockey squad has shown commendable performance in its debut tournament. This team was formed through the efforts of Donny Khan, a senior official in the US National Hockey League (NHL), and Umar Khan, a former NHL intern, who scoured social media and relied on word of mouth to find 18 players of Pakistani origin. The LATAM Cup, held at…

The fading song of the Alexandrine parakeet in Pakistan has prompted a powerful alliance of conservationists and government officials to take decisive action. In a groundbreaking initiative, the Speaker of the Punjab Assembly has joined forces with the Pakistan Wildlife Foundation (PWF), Himalayan Wildlife Foundation, WWF-Pakistan, Islamabad Wildlife Management Board (IWMB), and the AJK Wildlife Department to spearhead a comprehensive conservation project aimed at reviving the Alexandrine parakeet population. Scientifically known as Psittacula eupatria, the Alexandrine parakeet is one of the largest parakeet species in the world, measuring up to 40 centimeters in length. Known for their intelligence and problem-solving…

The first-ever shipment of Chinese homegrown white broiler eggs has been successfully exported to Pakistan, marking a significant milestone in agricultural trade relations between the two countries. The shipment, consisting of 172,800 “Guangming No. 2” White Feathered Broiler eggs, was dispatched from Guangzhou Baiyun Airport. The eggs, bred by Foshan Gaoming District Xinguang Agriculture and Animal Husbandry Co. Ltd. and the Beijing Institute of Animal Science (IAS) of the Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences (CAAS), represent the first export of China’s poultry breed to Pakistan. Liu Dawei, Deputy General Manager of Xinguang and head of the White Feather Broiler project,…

A delegation of 23 sesame seed exporters from Pakistan has successfully secured significant orders from Chinese companies during their visit to Beijing and Handan City in Hebei Province, China. This achievement positions Pakistan to become a leading supplier of sesame seeds to China this year, marking a notable milestone in the country’s export sector. On August 19, the delegation attended the Pakistan-China B2B Sesame Conference at the Pakistan Embassy in Beijing. Organized by the Mission and the China National Grains Association (CNAGS), the conference was inaugurated by Pakistan’s Ambassador to China, Khalil Hashmi, and CNAGS Vice President, Wang Zhenzhong. The…

Pakistan has launched the National Diabetes Network (NDN), a groundbreaking initiative aimed at providing free consultations to 75,000 diabetes patients daily across the country, particularly benefiting those in remote areas with limited access to medical care. Announced by experts and officials during the NADEP Footcon-2024, the network is a collaboration between the Health Promotion Foundation, Meri Sehat, Pakistan’s first AI-enabled healthcare platform, and Getz Pharma. Prof. Abdul Basit, Vice Chairman of the Health Promotion Foundation, highlighted that the success of NDN clinics in Karachi has set the stage for the nationwide expansion to 3,000 locations. Each clinic will offer free…

In a significant move to support the welfare of bereaved families, the Punjab Cabinet has approved a series of allowances for the families of employees and officers who passed away while in service. Following the cabinet’s decision, the Punjab Finance Department issued an official notification outlining the approved allowances, which include House Rent Allowance, a 20% Special Allowance, Medical Allowance, Utility Allowance, and Ad Hoc Relief Allowance. These measures aim to provide financial relief and stability to the families affected by the loss of their loved ones during their service. The decision was made during a meeting led by Punjab…

District administrations across various provinces have declared a public holiday for educational institutions on Monday, August 26, in observance of the chehlum of Hazrat Imam Hussain, honoring the martyrs of Karbala. This holiday will affect all schools, colleges, and universities within the municipal areas of Rawalpindi, Lahore, and Karachi. The official notification confirms the closure of all educational institutions due to chehlum processions and related activities. In Karachi, the Sindh Education Department has also announced a public holiday for both government and private schools on August 26, to accommodate the observance of the chehlum and to manage traffic and security…

Pakistan’s celebrated Paralympian, Haider Ali, has completed his rigorous preparations for the 2024 Paralympic Games in Paris, fueling the nation’s aspirations for yet another prestigious medal. Director General of Pakistan Sports Board (PSB), Muhammad Yasir Pirzada, met with Haider Ali at Jinnah Stadium to review his progress and expressed his best wishes for his upcoming performance. PSB has established a specialized training camp in Islamabad for Haider, covering his airfare, daily allowances, and uniforms to ensure he is fully equipped for the competition. Haider Ali has been a source of immense pride for Pakistan with his extraordinary achievements, including medals…