Southern Punjab, including Multan, is experiencing an alarming rise in temperatures with the mercury hitting 43°C, according to the Meteorological Department. Health officials report a significant increase in gastroenteritis cases at Nishtar Hospital, where 120 patients sought treatment within the past 24 hours. “Most patients received initial medical aid and were discharged,” said a spokesperson for Nishtar Hospital. In response to the growing health crisis, authorities have designated a separate ward specifically for gastroenteritis patients at Nishtar Hospital. The Pakistan Meteorological Department has warned that the current heat wave could…
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Pakistani High Commission in London attacked by Indian extremists
Pakistani High Commission in London came under attack by Indian extremists, who vandalized the building by breaking its windows and throwing paint on the premises. According to reports, police responded promptly and arrested one of the attackers at the scene. The incident has raised serious concerns about the safety and security of diplomatic missions in the city.
Read MoreNBP Reaffirms Commitment to Disability Inclusion at Global Disability Summit 2025
Karachi (April 24, 2025): National Bank of Pakistan (NBP) has reaffirmed its commitment to championing disability inclusion in the workplace, at the Global Disability Summit 2025 held in Berlin, Germany. The Summit, jointly organized by the International Disability Alliance (IDA), the Government of Germany, and the Government of Jordan, brought together global leaders to chart a unified path forward for the rights and inclusion of Persons with Disabilities (PWDs).Representing NBP at the Summit, Senior Executive Vice President & Group Chief Human Resource Group, Mirza Muhammad Asim Baig, spoke at a…
Read More20 Years Strong: Solis Celebrates Anniversary with Major Launches at Intersolar
Munich, Germany – Solis, one of the largest and most experienced inverter manufacturers globally, is set to mark its 20th anniversary with one of its most significant showcases to date at Intersolar Europe 2025 — unveiling the world’s largest wall-mounted hybrid inverter and a revolutionary AI-powered smart assistant for solar energy management.Founded in 2005, Solis has grown from humble beginnings in Ningbo, China into an industry leader, and remains led today by its founder, Jimmy Wang. With over 100GW of inverter shipments worldwide and a presence in more than 100…
Read MoreGovt removes Rs 22 ceiling in tariff offered to charging stations to cover operating costs as major boost to EV sector
Islamabad: The federal government has set a reduced base tariff of Rs 39.70 per unit for electricity used at electric vehicle (EV) charging stations, while allowing their operators the flexibility to add additional charges, without any ceiling, to cover operational costs. The Managing Director of the National Energy Efficiency & Conservation Authority (NEECA), Dr Sardar Mohazzam, disclosed this while speaking as the keynote speaker at the 5th meeting of the Central Standing Committee of the FPCCI on Energy. He said that the earlier Rs 70 per unit tariff applied to…
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