Author: Maryam Khichi
Indian rapper Badshah recently expressed admiration for his Pakistani friend Hania Aamir and hinted at a potential collaboration. Speaking on a radio show, Badshah praised Hania, describing her as exceptionally talented and sharp. He emphasized her deserving success and hinted at future endeavors together without revealing specifics. During the show, Badshah demonstrated his knowledge about Hania by acing a quiz about her, showcasing their close friendship. Their bond began when Badshah publicly appreciated Hania last year and started following her on Instagram. Hania also spoke warmly about Badshah on the same show, highlighting his simplicity and genuine personality beyond his…
The Oil and Gas Development Company Ltd (OGDCL) has successfully revitalized the Kunnar-11 well in Sindh, significantly boosting its production to 960 barrels of oil per day. In a stock filing on Monday, OGDCL announced that, following a thorough reassessment of the well’s potential and the implementation of production optimization techniques, the Kunnar-11 well is now producing 960 barrels of oil daily. The well was completed using an Electrical Submersible Pump (ESP), which played a crucial role in enhancing its output. This achievement underscores the immense, often untapped potential of mature wells, showcasing how advanced techniques can breathe new life…
The Lahore Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education has released the matriculation exam results, marking a significant milestone for over 250,000 students. Controller of Examinations Zahid Mian provided detailed insights, revealing that 174,000 students passed, resulting in an overall pass percentage of 69.75%. To Check BISE Lahore Matric Results 2024: Visit the official website of BISE Lahore at https://www.biselahore.comNavigate to the “Results” section Enter your roll number and click “Submit” Results will be displayed on the screen Breakdown of Results: Science Group: Arts Group: The controller addressed issues of cheating, with 267 cases identified leading to over 60 FIRs being…
Three prominent Turkish Non-Governmental Organizations have announced their commitment to initiatives aimed at improving education, health, culture, and social welfare in Pakistan. This announcement was made during a ceremony where Shabana Ayyaz, President of the Turkish-Pakistan Women Forum, was honored with a certificate of appreciation. The directors of Anatolian Union, Turkish World Association of Academics and Bureaucrats, and World Reporters Association joined in recognizing Shabana Ayyaz for her significant contributions to fostering Pak-Turkey relations and her support for initiatives such as “Be the Voice for the Silent Children’s Scream.” Director General Ismet Tash highlighted Shabana Ayyaz’s pivotal role in advocating…
The federal government has decided to roll back the recent increase in electricity tariffs for domestic consumers using up to 200 units per month. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif chaired a cabinet meeting where this decision was discussed and is likely to be implemented soon. Sources familiar with the matter mentioned that the government plans to subsidize approximately Rs 50 billion to ease the financial burden of high electricity bills. This relief package is proposed to benefit consumers using 200 units or less monthly, effective from July through September 2024. Earlier, on July 4, the federal cabinet approved a significant hike…
The Sindh Community Foundation (SCF) organized a three-day training session on disaster risk reduction for female community leaders from 18 villages in Thatta district. This initiative, in partnership with Pathfinder International under the Surmi project, addressed critical areas such as disaster risk reduction strategies, vulnerability assessment, risk mapping, and the development of preparedness plans through community engagement. The training culminated in a certification ceremony attended by Dr. Rehana, Coordinator for Mother and Child Care at the Thatta district health department, Muhammad Bux Khalsheli from Pathfinder International, and Javed Hussain, Executive Director, along with Humera Ali, Project Manager of SCF. Javed…
The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has issued a weather forecast indicating a welcome respite from the ongoing heatwave with anticipated rain and thundershowers across the country. From July 10 to July 15, significant rainfall is expected to occur in the upper and central parts of Pakistan, bringing relief to areas experiencing humid conditions despite scattered showers. The PMD’s latest update highlights an increase in monsoon activity originating from the Arabian Sea, which is set to penetrate northern Pakistan starting July 10. This influx of moisture is expected to lead to prolonged monsoon showers in Kashmir, including areas like Neelum Valley,…
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif launched a significant initiative today in Balochistan, marking a milestone in the solarization of agricultural tube wells. The agreement, signed in Quetta between the Federal and Balochistan governments, aims to convert approximately 28,000 tube wells from electricity to solar power. This ambitious project, totaling 55 billion rupees, reflects a joint effort with the Federal Government funding seventy percent, and the remainder covered by Balochistan. Chief Minister Mir Sarfaraz Bugti has committed to completing the solarization within three months. This initiative is expected to bring substantial savings of around 90 billion rupees annually and ensure uninterrupted water…
Pakistani squash player Ashab Irfan secured victory over India’s Veer Chotrani in the Kanso Open Squash Championship final in Houston, marking his second international title of the year. Irfan, 20, displayed impressive form throughout the tournament, notably defeating Mexico’s Jorge Luis Gomez Dominguez and Canadian Liam Morrison in the quarterfinals and semifinals, respectively. In the closely contested final on Sunday, Irfan triumphed over Chotrani in a thrilling match, winning 11-7, 8-11, 12-10, 8-11, and 11-8. His victory was met with jubilation, as he celebrated on the court amid cheers from spectators. This achievement follows his earlier success at the Rochester…
In a landmark initiative, Pakistan Railways (PR) has decided to operate 22 passenger trains through a public-private partnership (PPP) model, a move expected to significantly enhance passenger amenities and boost the railway’s revenue. The decision to adopt the PPP model for these 22 trains aims to leverage private sector expertise and efficiency in managing operations, thus providing passengers with improved travel experiences. The initiative is part of a broader strategy to modernize Pakistan Railways and make it more competitive and passenger-friendly. The list of trains set to operate under this model includes some of the most popular and frequently traveled…