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SBP Announces Winners of New Currency Notes Design
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SBP Announces Winners of New Currency Notes Design

The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has announced the winners of its national competition for the design of new Pakistani currency notes. A panel of judges selected the winning designs from a pool of hundreds of entries. Most sleek and unique entries are submitted by talented artists and designers from across the country. The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) recently announced the winners of a nationwide competition to design new currency notes for all denominations. This initiative began in January 2024, and by March, SBP had invited artists to submit creative and thematic designs. A panel of experts carefully evaluated the work of many talented local artists and selected several winners. Dr. Shery Abidi got the first prize for the Rs 10 note. While Mirza Sufiyan received the second prize...
Pak Government Bans Social Media Use for Employees
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Pak Government Bans Social Media Use for Employees

Pakistan's government has announced a ban on social media use for all government employees during work hours. The decision comes in response to concerns about productivity loss and potential security risks associated with social media platforms. All service groups and government employees must comply with these new directives. In a recent move, the government has reinforced its stance on social media use by its employees. The yearning circular reminds them of strict rules against expressing political or religious opinions online. The Establishment Division issued a circular on Monday, referencing the Government Servants (Conduct) Rules of 1964. These rules strictly prohibit government employees from making any statements that could potentially embarrass the government. This includes...
Heavy Rain Lashes Lahore Again
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Heavy Rain Lashes Lahore Again

Heavy rain swept through Lahore and several districts across Punjab on Monday night, providing much-needed relief but also bringing challenges. Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) Punjab issued a warning, instructing all departments to stay alert. Irfan Ali Kathia, Director General of PDMA, directed Deputy Commissioners throughout the province to stay on high alert. He emphasized the need for readiness to handle any emergencies that might arise from rain. District Emergency Operation Centers across Punjab have activated their response plans, and PDMA control room is monitoring the situation continuously. DG PDMA also instructed Rescue 1122 and other emergency services to keep their personnel and equipment ready. They must immediately drain water from residential areas to...
Pakistan’s Inflation Hits 34-Month Low in August
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Pakistan’s Inflation Hits 34-Month Low in August

The Pakistan's inflation rate has reached a 34-month low in August. The consumer price index (CPI) increased by 9.6% in August compared to the previous year. This is a significant improvement from the previous month's inflation rate of 11.1%. In a positive turn for the country's economy, Pakistan's inflation rate has dropped to its lowest level in nearly three years. According to the latest data from the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS), inflation fell to 9.6% in August 2024. It is a significant decrease from 11.1% in July and a remarkable drop from 27.4% in August of last year. This marks the first time since October 2021 that Pakistan’s inflation has dipped into single digits, providing some relief to citizens who have faced soaring prices in recent years. The monthly rise in t...
Another Turn in Ameer Balaj Case: Teefi Butt’s Brother-in-Law Killed
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Another Turn in Ameer Balaj Case: Teefi Butt’s Brother-in-Law Killed

Case of Ameer Balaj, son of Arif Ameer (known as Tipu Truckanwala), has triggered a series of violent incidents in Lahore, shedding light on deep-seated family enmities. In February, unidentified gunmen targeted and killed Ameer Balaj while he attended a wedding in Chuhng area of Lahore. As Balaj and three others faced a hail of bullets, attackers managed to critically wound him. Despite being rushed to Jinnah Hospital, Balaj succumbed to his injuries, marking the beginning of a tragic series of events. Murder of Javed Butt The situation intensified when unknown assailants targeted Javed Butt, brother-in-law of Teefi Butt, who they accuse of murdering Ameer Balaj. Attackers opened fire on Javed Butt while he was traveling on Lahore's bustling Canal Road, killing him on the spot. His...