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6Jun

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Pakistan Museum of Natural History

Federal Minister for Science and Technology, Dr.Khalid Maqbool Siddiqui while laying the foundation stone of the new Blocks of Pakistan Museum of Natural History, Islamabad said that this foundation stone is the beginning of a new journey towards the future where knowledge, discovery and appreciation of nature will find a new home in the Pakistan Museum of Natural History.‏He further said that Pakistan Museum of Natural History has the status of a knowledge center which fulfills the needs of researchers, academicians, students and general public and creates awareness among them about the natural environment.‏The federal minister said that despite the economic difficulties and the problems faced, the government is investing in this project, which reiterates that the government is co...

Successful Conclusion of National Law Moot Competition at Quaid-i-Azam University

6Jun

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Successful Conclusion of National Law Moot Competition at Quaid-i-Azam University

The School of Law at Quaid-i-Azam University proudly announces the successful conclusion of the National Law Moot Competition. The esteemed event was graced by the presence of Rana Mashhood Ahmed Khan, Chairman of the Prime Minister Youth Program, who attended as the chief guest. During the concluding ceremony, Rana Mashood Khan emphasized the pivotal role of legal education in society, describing lawyers as the true torchbearers of justice and societal progress. "Obtaining a legal education is of paramount importance," he stated, highlighting the vital contributions lawyers make in upholding the rule of law and advocating for societal rights. Mr. Khan also shed light on the various initiatives the government has undertaken to empower youth across different fields. Among these, the Punja...

Non-communicable diseases are alarmingly on the rise in Pakistan

6Jun

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Non-communicable diseases are alarmingly on the rise in Pakistan

Non-communicable diseases are alarmingly on the rise in Pakistan. 1100 people dying daily due to diabetes and its complications, over 300 limbs removed every day. Pakistan has 3rd highest burden of people living with diabetes with 33 million diabetics, apart from this 10 million people are pre-diabetic. Without immediate policy action number of people living with diabetes will increase to 62 million by 2045. Consumption of If modifiable risk factors of these diseases are controlled, the spread of these diseases can be reduced to a great extent. Ultra-processed food and beverage products are being particularly high in sugar, salt and/or trans-fats. Increasing taxes on these products is an evidence based strategy to reduce their consumption and the associated health risks. Parliamentarians a...

World Environment Day is observed on 5th of June each year and calls for protecting our natural surroundings

5Jun

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World Environment Day is observed on 5th of June each year and calls for protecting our natural surroundings

World Environment Day is observed on 5th of June each year and calls for protecting our natural surroundings. The day, celebrated under the ambit of United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) marks an occasion to raise awareness on the challenges facing our environment such as; pollution, illegal wildlife trade, unsustainable consumption, rising sea levels and food insecurity. This year's theme for the WED is ‘Land Restoration, Desertification, and Drought Resilience’. The occasion will serve as a stark reminder of the urgent need to protect our land, sea, and everything in between.Pakistan's long coastline provides access to rich resources of livelihood for millions of people. Our marine resources are a treasure trove of biodiversity that support a vast array of marine life, from ma...

PCAA Signs Contract for Reconstruction of JIAP’s Main Runway (07L/25R)

5Jun

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PCAA Signs Contract for Reconstruction of JIAP’s Main Runway (07L/25R)

The contract was signed in a ceremony held at the PCAA Headquarters by the Director Planning and Development, PCAA, and Director of Umar Jan and Company.The reconstruction of main runway, starting soon after Eid, will enhance airside infrastructure bringing about significant advantages. The advantages include the ability to seamlessly accommodate wide body aircraft up to category 4F (including A380), improved safety, reliability, and the capacity to handle the growing passenger and aircraft traffic. This upgrade is expected to attract both domestic and international airlines to operate at JIAP in the future. Upon completion of the upgrade, it will feature the latest energy-efficient LED CAT-I Airfield Lighting System with Runway Centreline Lights. The upgrade project also includes ext...

5Jun

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ICCI marks World Environment Day

Member National Assembly Dr. Tariq Fazal Chaudhry has said that climate change is a global phenomenon and Pakistan is also one of the victims of it , therefore, we have to deal with it effectively by learning from good practices and examples from around the world, as well as by planting more trees and improving green character of our cities.He said this while addressing a ceremony organized by Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry in connection with the World Environment Day, under the them , ‘Land restoration, desertification and drought resilience’ under the slogan ‘Our land. Our future, with large scale attendance by academia, students of different Universities of Islamabad as well as the business leaders.He said that we have to take practical steps by formulating environme...

New Gwadar International Airport (NGIAP) Achieves Important Milestone

4Jun

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New Gwadar International Airport (NGIAP) Achieves Important Milestone

The Flight Calibration and Flight Procedure Design milestone for the New Gwadar International Airport has been successfully achieved today with the successful test landing of the Calibration Aircraft on the newly constructed runway. The Calibration Aircraft was welcomed to the airport with a customary water cannon salute by the Rescue and Fire Fighting Services department of PCAA. This significant accomplishment is the result of the collaborative efforts of both the Chinese and Pakistani Project Teams. The airport is projected to be completed and operational in the fourth quarter of this year. The progress made in bringing this project from its initial stages to this point would not have been possible without the dedicated work of the Chinese Project Team, led by Mr. Ding Kan PD-CACC, Mr....

PM Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has Landed in Shenzhen, China

4Jun

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PM Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has Landed in Shenzhen, China

PM Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has Landed in Shenzhen, ChinaPrime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has arrived in Shenzhen, China on an official visit. Upon arrival he was welcomed by Vice Mayor of Shenzhen city of China Mr. Luo Huanghao.Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar and other senior Ministers of the Cabinet accompany the Prime Minister in his first official visit to China since assuming office.Shenzhen is the first stop during the Prime Minister’s official visit to China. During his two-day stay in Shenzhen, the Prime Minister and his delegation will meet the leadership of the Guangdong Province and Shenzhen Municipal Government as well as leading Chinese companies in innovation and high-tech sectors. Prime Minister will also inaugurate the Pakist...

Women pilgrims credit Religious Minister Salik Hussain for enhancing facilities

2Jun

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Women pilgrims credit Religious Minister Salik Hussain for enhancing facilities

A group of Pakistani women pilgrims credited the better Hajj arrangements and facilities to the Federal Minister for Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony, Chaudhry Salik Hussain.They expressed gratitude to the federal minister for providing them with enhanced facilities and better services through out from travelling Pakistan to their residences in Saudi Arabia.Sharing their experience, the women also expressed satisfaction with the clean and neat accommodations, high-quality and hygienic food, and the helpful and cooperative staff.The women pilgrims were interviewed by a media team of the Ministry of Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony in Madinah for use of social media accounts.They acknowledged the efforts of the federal minister in improving the services provid...

پاک فوج میں میرٹ اور قومی نمائندگی کی ایک اور زندہ مثال

2Jun

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پاک فوج میں میرٹ اور قومی نمائندگی کی ایک اور زندہ مثال

پاک فوج میں میرٹ اور قومی نمائندگی کی ایک اور زندہ مثال۔ کرنل ڈاکٹر ہیلن میری حال ہی میں پاکستان آرمی میں بریگیڈیر کے عہدے پر ترقی پانے والی پہلی کرسچن خاتون ہیںکرنل ڈاکٹر ہیلن میری رابرٹ پاکستان آرمی کی میڈیکل کور میں 26 سال سے بطور پیتھالوجسٹ خدمات سرانجام دے رہی ہیں کرنل ڈاکٹر ہیلن میری پاکستان آرمی میں رہتے ہوئے ملک و قوم کی خدمت کرنے کو ایک اعزاز سمجھتی ہیں کرنل ڈاکٹر ہیلن میری پاکستان آرمی میں بلا تفریق میرٹ کی زندہ مثال ہیں کرنل ڈاکٹر ہیلن میری کی ترقی پاکستان کرسچن کمیونیٹی کے لئے امید کی کرن ہے۔ Editor: Kamran Raja...