Author: Maryam Khichi

The Sindhi Language Authority, in collaboration with the Sindh Government, has decided to establish Language Learning Centers in every district of Sindh. A high-level committee will also be formed to monitor the teaching process and standards of various subjects, including Sindhi, in private schools. These decisions were made in a meeting chaired by Sindh Education Minister Syed Sardar Ali Shah in Karachi, at the requisition of the Sindhi Language Authority. The meeting was attended by Chairman of the Sindhi Language Authority Dr. Ishaq Samejo, Director of STEDA Syed Rasool Bux Shah, and Head of the Private Schools Directorate Rafia Malah.…

Waseem Khatri of Pakistan has made an outstanding start at the Scrabble Players Championship (formerly known as the North American Scrabble Championship) in South Bend, USA. At the halfway point of the four-day championship, Waseem is leading the pack with 11 wins and a spread of 1095. Alec Sjoholm of the USA is in second place, while Joshua Castallano of Canada is in third, according to a press release. Another Pakistani player, former world youth champion Moiz Baig, has returned to competitive scrabble after a year-long hiatus and is in excellent form, currently in fourth place ahead of many seasoned…

Opener Gull Feroza scored her second consecutive half-century, leading Pakistan to a comprehensive ten-wicket victory over the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in their Women’s Asia Cup T20 2024 match at the Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium on Tuesday. Opting to field first, Pakistan’s bowlers quickly took control, limiting the UAE to 103-8 in 20 overs. In response, Pakistan chased down the target with ease, reaching 107 without loss in just 14.1 overs, with 35 balls to spare. This victory significantly boosts Pakistan Women’s chances of securing a semi-final spot. Openers Gull Feroza and Muneeba Ali continued their impressive form from their…

After starting the trading week on a bearish note, the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) rebounded significantly on Tuesday. The PSX surged by 964 points, representing a 1.21% increase, raising the index from the previous closing of 78,539 points to 79,503 points. Yesterday, the KSE 100 Index experienced a sharp decline of 1,578 points, or 2.01%, closing at 78,539 points, just three days after reaching an all-time high of 81,800 points during intraday trade. The market opened with a decline of 391 points yesterday, bringing the index down to 79,726 points. As the day progressed, the PSX saw a further drop…

Pakistani martial artist Muhammad Rashid Naseem has set a new Guinness World Record by crushing 39 cans with his head in just 30 seconds. Guinness World Records shared a video of this impressive feat on social media on Monday. Naseem began his journey of breaking records in 2013 by removing 40 bottle caps in one minute. Since then, he has accumulated dozens of Guinness World Records. According to his Facebook profile, he holds 101 records, making him the only Pakistani to surpass 100 records. Some of his notable achievements include the most cans crushed with the head in one minute,…

Sindh Energy Minister Syed Nasir Hussain Shah announced on Monday that the 350MW Jhampir Wind and Solar Hybrid project will be completed within 15 months. The provincial Energy Minister chaired a meeting with the Energy Department where Tariq Ali Shah (MD TCEB), Imtiaz Ali Shah (MD SEECA), Saleem Ahmed Sheikh (CEO STDC), Tariq Saeed (Sr. GM STDC), and other officers were present. During the briefing, it was disclosed that the project will supply affordable electricity to the industries of Sindh with the installation of 36 wind turbines, each generating 7MW of electricity. The minister revealed that the project is estimated…

Pakistan’s team showcased exceptional mathematical prowess at the 65th International Mathematics Olympiad (IMO) held in Bath, UK, on July 11. Raazi Hassan Mansoor from Karachi won a silver medal, while Muhammad Ahmad Bhatti, also from Karachi, earned a bronze medal. Muhammad Mahad Arif from Lahore received an Honorable Mention for his impressive performance. The team’s participation was supported by the STEM Careers Program, a joint initiative of the Higher Education Commission (HEC) and the Pakistan Institute of Engineering and Applied Science (PIEAS). The students were rigorously trained at Comsats University, Lahore Campus, under the mentorship of Dr. Sarfraz Ahmad and…

Commissioner Karachi Syed Hassan Naqvi chaired a meeting on Monday to launch a tree plantation campaign aimed at increasing the city’s green cover. The campaign, set to commence in the next two weeks, aims to plant 140,000 trees in collaboration with the forest department, municipal corporations, and private organizations. Deputy Commissioners (DCs) will arrange the planting of 10,000 trees in their respective districts with the support of private, municipal, and industrial organizations, according to a press release. Commissioner Naqvi highlighted the importance of collective efforts for the campaign’s success. The initiative seeks to improve Karachi’s environment and align with government…

Asim Khan of Pakistan has triumphed at the Jones Creek Open Squash Championship held in the USA. The final, which offered a prize of $12,000, featured an exciting all-Pakistani showdown. Asim Khan, ranked World No. 73 and Pakistan’s top squash player, defeated fellow countryman Ahsab Irfan 3-1 after an impressive comeback. The final match in Johns Creek, Georgia, saw the second-seeded Asim Khan overcome the third-seeded Ahsab Irfan with scores of 11-7, 7-11, 4-11, and 4-11. This victory is Asim Khan’s third PSA title of the year and the 10th of his career. Earlier in 2024, Asim had already won…

Provincial Minister for Minorities Ramesh Singh Arora visited Jhang on Monday and met with local officials to discuss the security and administration of minority worship places. The meeting, attended by Deputy Commissioner Muhammad Umair, DPO Muhammad Rashid Hidayat, and representatives from the minority community, focused on ensuring the safety of religious sites. Minister Arora, accompanied by the DC and DPO, visited Gurdwara Nanaksar, where they were briefed on the security measures in place. The DPO assured the minister that the worship places of minorities in the district are secure. Minister Arora emphasized the historical significance of Sikh worship places in…