Year: 2024

PMD predicts rise in temperatures in Karachi

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The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has predicted an increase in temperatures in Karachi, with a maximum temperature of 38°C expected on Tuesday. The advisory mentioned that from tomorrow, northwestern desert winds from Balochistan will start affecting the city. The temperature in Karachi is expected to reach up to 37°C on Monday, with a higher heat intensity due to increased humidity. The PMD has also forecasted hot, very hot, and dry weather in other districts of Sindh. Today, the weather in Karachi is expected to be partly cloudy, with the temperature…

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Pakistan: Casualties reported in blast at Karachi airport

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One person was killed and several others injured in the explosion outside Pakistan’s largest airport, local media reported. It was initially unclear what caused the blast.One person was killed and several others were injured in a massive blast outside Karachi Airport in southern Pakistan on Sunday night, local media reported. The casualties were confirmed by broadcaster Geo News and Dawn newspaper, citing officials.Cause of the blast unclearPolice and the provincial government said a tanker exploded outside Jinnah International Airport, which is Pakistan‘s biggest airport.The provincial home minister, Zia Ul Hassan, contradicted this account, telling Geo News that it…

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Solar and Wind Energy Prices Plummet to Record Lows

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Europe has experienced negative energy prices several times this year, as the rapid pace of development of solar and wind energy outpaces the region’s ability to cope with excess supply. Electricity prices dropped into negative figures for 7,841 hours during the first eight months of 2024, sometimes to as much as -$22 per megawatt hour, according to the consultancy ICIS. The main culprit has been the solar sector, driven by inconsistencies in the delivery of electricity due to its unstable nature. While the deployment of utility-scale batteries could help to tackle this…

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CM Sindh says his govt spending Rs218bn on Karachi’s developmentCM interacts with Islamabad journalist

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KARACHI (Oct 5): Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah, during a meeting with the elected body of the National Press Club Islamabad, said that approximately Rs1000 billion is needed for the development of Karachi every year, however, the resources are limited, despite this, the city is set to receive Rs218 billion for development this year. The meeting was held at the CM House after the Islamabad journalists visited various districts of the province, including Thar, Sukkur, and Gambat, where they commended the government’s development efforts. Murad Shah mentioned in…

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NBP won the ADB Disability Inclusion Champion Award 2024

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National Bank of Pakistan has won the prestigious Disability Inclusion Award 2024 from the Asian Development Bank (ADB). This is a historic moment, as NBP is the first bank from Pakistan to receive this award, competing against top banks from Asia and the Pacific. This achievement positions NBP as a leader in disability inclusion, both nationally and internationally. The commitment from NBP’s BoD, the President, HRMG, and group chiefs is commendable and reflects the organization’s ongoing dedication to fostering an inclusive workplace for all.Mr. Mirza Muhammad Asim Baig, Group Head…

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