Year: 2025

TikTok Launches New ‘Time and Well-Being’ Space to Support Healthier Digital Habits

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Pakistan, November 21, 2025 — TikTok has unveiled its new Time and Well-being space, a refreshed hub designed to help users—especially teens and families—relax, unwind, and build healthier digital habits. The initiative strengthens TikTok’s ongoing commitment to user well-being, following recent enhancements to its Family Pairing tools and the Time Away feature, which allows parents to pause teens’ access when needed. Earlier this year, TikTok also rolled out a nighttime meditation feature for teens, supporting them in establishing a calming, healthy routine before sleep. The new Time and Well-being space…

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Pakistan, China Explore Deeper Cooperation in Energy and Mineral Sectors

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ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Petroleum Ali Pervaiz Malik and Chinese Ambassador Jiang Zaidong on Wednesday reaffirmed the enduring strength of the Pakistan–China partnership and reviewed new avenues for collaboration in the energy and mineral sectors during a meeting in Islamabad. The talks focused on economic cooperation, mutual support, and a shared vision for regional stability and prosperity. Minister Malik formally invited China to participate in the Pakistan Mineral Investment Forum (PMIF) 2026, noting that mining remains a priority area for Pakistan and offers significant potential for expanded bilateral engagement. Ambassador…

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NGC Breaks Ground on 220/132kV GIS Substation in Thatta to Boost Wind Power Integration

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KARACHI: The National Grid Company of Pakistan (NGC) has begun construction of a 220/132kV gas-insulated substation (GIS) in Thatta, marking a major step toward strengthening the country’s renewable energy transmission network. Deputy Managing Director (AD&M) Engr Rasheed A. Bhutto laid the foundation stone on Thursday, joined by Siemens Energy Managing Director Engr Nadeem Ali Kazmi and KfW Country Director Sebastian Jacobi, during a ceremony at the project site. The substation is designed to support the reliable evacuation of electricity generated by wind power plants in the Gharo Wind Cluster. Backed…

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Karachi Mayor Inaugurates EV Charging Station, Highlights Progress on Key City Initiatives

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KARACHI: Mayor Barrister Murtaza Wahab on Thursday inaugurated the Karachi Water & Sewerage Corporation’s (KWSC) first electric vehicle (EV) charging station, alongside the launch of new suction machines and the corporation’s first police station. He said the city administration, following the Pakistan Peoples Party’s manifesto, is advancing three major initiatives aimed at improving urban services and overall city management. Speaking at the ceremony held at KWSC Headquarters, Wahab said PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari has provided a clear vision for Karachi—one that prioritizes focused development, citizen engagement, and unity over…

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Fire Halts COP30 Talks in Brazil as UN Chief Presses for Breakthrough on Climate Deal

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BELEM: Negotiations at the COP30 climate summit were abruptly disrupted on Thursday when a fire broke out inside the venue, forcing thousands of delegates to evacuate just as talks entered a critical phase. The incident came with less than 24 hours remaining for nearly 200 countries to reach a consensus on strengthening global climate commitments. Earlier in the day, UN Secretary-General António Guterres had urged negotiators to deliver a meaningful deal in Belem, praising growing calls for clarity on transitioning the world away from fossil fuels—a key point of contention…

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