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Pakistan Considers Social Media Ban During Muharram

5Jul

By Aqsa Azam2 Comments

Islam, Pakistan

Pakistan Considers Social Media Ban During Muharram

The Punjab government proposed a ban on social media platforms like Facebook, WhatsApp, YouTube, etc. from July 13th to 18th (6th to 11th of Muharram). Their goal is to curb the spread of hate speech and misinformation that could lead to sectarian violence. The federal government has not made a final decision yet on social media ban. The Punjab government has recommended banning social media for six days during Muharram. This proposal aims to prevent the spread of hate speech and misinformation that could lead to sectarian violence. The suggested social media ban would last from the 6th to the 11th of Muharram. The final decision will be made by the federal government. Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz’s cabinet committee on law and order recommended this ban. They believe it is necessary...

No Petrol For Anyone From July 5th: PPDA

4Jul

By Aqsa AzamNo Comments

Business, Pakistan

No Petrol For Anyone From July 5th: PPDA

The Pakistan Petroleum Dealers Association (PPDA) is going on a nationwide strike starting tomorrow, Friday, July 5th. They are protesting the imposition of a new 0.5% advance tax on turnover by the government. Moreover, the strike could lead to the closure of over 13,000 petrol stations across the country. The Pakistan Petroleum Dealers Association (PPDA) has announced a nationwide strike starting July 5 in response to the government's decision to impose a 0.5% advance tax on turnover. They argue this new tax will further harm their businesses, which are already struggling due to high taxes and inflation. Authorities announced that over 13,000 petrol stations will close starting at 6 am on July 5, and the strike could continue for several days unless their demands are met and notif...

No Petrol Be Available from July 5 : Pakistan Petroleum Dealers

4Jul

By Tahreem AkramNo Comments

Pakistan

No Petrol Be Available from July 5 : Pakistan Petroleum Dealers

The Pakistan Petroleum Dealers Association (PPDA) has declared a nationwide strike starting July 5. This action is in protest against the newly implemented 0.5% advance tax on turnover, included in the federal budget for 2024-25. The PPDA claims that this tax will severely harm their businesses, which are already struggling due to high taxes and inflation. PPDA Chairman Abdul Sami Khan stated that the strike might extend beyond one day and advised dealers to keep their petrol pumps stocked until July 4. He also urged citizens to fill their vehicles before the strike begins. “We met with the finance minister, the chairman of the FBR, officials of the Petroleum Division, chairman of OGRA, and DG Oil, DG Explosive but the talks yielded no results, which is why we are striking. Doubl...

Pakistan’s Tallest Man Dies at Age 30 After Long Illness

3Jul

By Aqsa AzamNo Comments

Health, Pakistan

Pakistan’s Tallest Man Dies at Age 30 After Long Illness

Pakistan’s tallest man, Zia Rasheed, passed away at the age of 30 in Vehari after a prolonged illness. Known for his height of eight feet three inches, he had been suffering from a knee-related disease since the age of 20, which worsened over time due to inadequate treatment. Despite his aspirations and taekwondo training, Rasheed faced financial and health challenges throughout his life. Zia Rasheed, known as Pakistan’s tallest man, has passed away at the age of 30 after battling a long illness. He died on Tuesday in his hometown of Vehari. Many people, including important social and political figures, attended his funeral. Rasheed became Pakistan’s tallest man at just 15 years old, standing at an impressive eight feet and three inches tall. However, at age 20, he developed a knee-...

Karachi Heatwave Claims Four More Lives, Death Toll Reaches 49

2Jul

By Tahreem AkramNo Comments

Health, Pakistan

Karachi Heatwave Claims Four More Lives, Death Toll Reaches 49

Karachi continues to suffer from an intense heatwave, which has now claimed four more lives, bringing the total to 49 since June 21. Sindh Health Department confirmed the fatalities, all reported at Abbasi Shaheed Hospital within last 24 hours. Health department's statement highlighted the alarming impact of heatwave on city's hospitals. In past ten days, Abbasi Shaheed Hospital alone has recorded 23 deaths due to heatstroke. Civil Hospital reported 18 deaths, Jinnah Postgraduate Medical Centre (JPMC) reported 5, and Qatar Hospital reported 3. Karachi has been experiencing unusually high temperatures, combined with high humidity, attributed to low air pressure. City's average temperature for month has been 4 degrees Celsius above the normal. On Sunday, temperature soared to 39.2°C,...