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Apple iPhone 16 event set for September 9

30Aug

By Tahreem AkramNo Comments

Latest, Sci-Tech

Apple iPhone 16 event set for September 9

Apple has announced its upcoming fall event, set for September 9, at its headquarters in Cupertino, California. This event is highly anticipated as it will likely showcase new iPhones and updates to other devices and apps. This fall event is crucial for Apple as the company aims to address a global sales decline, particularly in China, and outline its plans for artificial intelligence (AI). Recently, Apple introduced several AI features under the banner “Apple Intelligence,” including an updated Siri and integration with ChatGPT. These features will debut on the latest Apple devices and roll out gradually later this year. Apple faces stiff competition from rivals like Samsung and Google, which have recently launched AI features with their new Galaxy and Pixel smartphones. The invite...

29Aug

By Tahreem AkramNo Comments

Latest, Pakistan

MDCAT 2024 Exam Date Announced

The Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PM&DC) has announced that the Medical and Dental College Admission Test (MDCAT) 2024 will take place on September 22, 2024. PM&DC has arranged for the MDCAT to be conducted at 30 locations across Pakistan, making it accessible to students nationwide. Additionally, the council has established special centers in Dubai and Riyadh to accommodate overseas candidates, allowing them to take the test closer to their locations. Government universities across different provinces will manage the MDCAT. Specifically, the University of Health Sciences Lahore will oversee the exam in Punjab, while Dow University of Health Sciences will conduct the exam in Sindh. Meanwhile, Khyber Medical University Peshawar will handle the exam in Khyber Pakhtunkhw...

President Zardari to Award Hilal-e-Imtiaz to Arshad Nadeem

29Aug

By Tahreem AkramNo Comments

Latest, Sports

President Zardari to Award Hilal-e-Imtiaz to Arshad Nadeem

Today, President Asif Ali Zardari will honor Arshad Nadeem with the prestigious Hilal-e-Imtiaz at a special ceremony in Islamabad. Arshad, who hails from Mian Channu village, earned this recognition after winning the gold medal in javelin throw at the Paris Olympics 2024. He made history by setting a new Olympic record with a remarkable throw of 92.97 meters, breaking 118 previous records. Upon his return to Pakistan, Arshad received a hero’s welcome at Allama Iqbal International Airport. A large crowd of supporters gathered to celebrate his victory, cheering and applauding his outstanding achievement on the international stage. In recognition of his success, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, along with the provincial governments of Punjab, Sindh, and Balochistan, announced prize money...

29Aug

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Global, Latest

Student Suicide Rates in India Surge Faster Than Population Growth

A new report has raised alarm about a troubling rise in student suicide in India. The report, "Student Suicides: An Epidemic Sweeping India," was released at the Annual IC3 Conference and Expo 2024. The data from the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) reveals a worrying trend. While overall suicides in India have grown by 2 percent each year, student suicides have jumped by 4 percent annually. This is double the national average and suggests that the real number of student suicides could be higher due to underreporting. In 2022, male students made up 53 percent of student suicides. Although suicides among male students decreased by 6 percent from 2021 to 2022, female student suicides rose by 7 percent during the same period. Over the past decade, student suicides have nearly doubl...

Deadly Monsoon Claims 245 Lives Nationwide; Punjab Suffers the Most

28Aug

By Tahreem AkramNo Comments

Latest, Pakistan

Deadly Monsoon Claims 245 Lives Nationwide; Punjab Suffers the Most

The recent monsoon rains and floods have brought devastation across the country, resulting in the tragic loss of 245 lives from July 1st to August 27th, according to the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA). The heavy rains and flash floods have caused widespread destruction, affecting many regions. Punjab has been the hardest hit, with 92 reported fatalities, making it the most affected province. Khyber Pakhtunkhwa followed closely with 74 deaths. Sindh also suffered significant losses, with 47 people losing their lives. Balochistan reported 22 fatalities, while 6 people in Kashmir and 4 in Gilgit-Baltistan perished due to the severe weather conditions. Among the deceased, 121 were children and 48 were women, highlighting the widespread impact on vulnerable groups.Addition...