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Sindh Suspends Pakistan’s First Human Milk Bank

22Jun

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Culture, Islam, Pakistan

Sindh Suspends Pakistan’s First Human Milk Bank

Pakistan's first Human Milk Bank program is recently halted for religious reasons. The Sindh Institute of Child Health and Neonatology (SICHN) launched it earlier this month. However, it ran into a hurdle due to a new fatwa issued by Darul Uloom Karachi. This fatwa casts doubt on the permissibility of the milk bank from an Islamic perspective. Pakistan's first human milk bank, launched earlier this month by the Sindh Institute of Child Health and Neonatology (SICHN) in collaboration with UNICEF, has been suspended. This decision follows a new religious ruling from Darul Uloom Karachi, a prominent Islamic institution, issued on June 16, 2024. The milk bank was seen as a major step forward in maternal and child health. The institute aimed to provide pasteurized donor breast milk to ba...

Pakistani Hajj Pilgrims’ Death Toll Climbs to 58

21Jun

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Global, Pakistan

Pakistani Hajj Pilgrims’ Death Toll Climbs to 58

The death toll of Pakistani hajj pilgrims has risen to 58. This comes as the global death toll from Hajj 2024 surpasses 1,000, with scorching temperatures in Saudi Arabia posing a significant health risk to pilgrims. The additional deaths have been confirmed in various locations throughout the pilgrimage, including Mecca, Madina, Mina, Arafat, and Muzdalifah. The extreme heat in Saudi Arabia has tragically claimed the lives of 58 Pakistani hajj pilgrims so far. Globally, the death toll has surpassed 1,000, as reported by AFP on Thursday. This year’s pilgrimage has been particularly challenging, with temperatures soaring to nearly 52 degrees Celsius. On June 18, Pakistan’s Hajj Mission Director General, Abdul Wahab Soomro, reported 35 Pakistani deaths, which included 20 in Makkah, si...

Pakistani Athlete Samar Khan Conquers Mount Elbrus

20Jun

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Pakistan, Sports

Pakistani Athlete Samar Khan Conquers Mount Elbrus

Samar Khan achieved the remarkable feat of being the first Pakistani woman to scale Mount Elbrus, the highest peak in Europe. She accomplished this in addition to snowboarding down the mountain, showcasing her exceptional skills and spirit for adventure sports Samar Khan, a remarkable athlete from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, has made history by climbing Mount Elbrus, the highest peak in Europe at 5642 meters. This incredible achievement makes her the first Pakistani woman to reach the summit of Mount Elbrus, a significant milestone for Pakistani mountaineering. Samar Khan's journey was made possible with the support of the Frontier Corps Khyber Pakhtunkhwa North, who sponsored her expedition. She expressed her gratitude to them for their crucial role in her successful climb. Hailing from...

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Vows to End IMF Dependency

15Jun

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Business, Pakistan

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Vows to End IMF Dependency

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif declared that Pakistan's recently concluded program with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) will be its last. Moreover, the government's ability to manage debt levels and create a more robust economy will be crucial in determining whether Pakistan can truly move beyond IMF assistance. In a speech to the nation, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif promised that Pakistan's current deal with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) will be the last. He urged the nation to move towards self-reliance and economic stability without depending on foreign bailouts. This announcement comes after the successful completion of a 9-month Stand-By Arrangement with the IMF in April 2024, which provided Pakistan with $3 billion in financial assistance. The program focused on ...

Pakistan’s Donkey Population Grows to 5.9 Million in 2023-24

12Jun

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Business, Pakistan

Pakistan’s Donkey Population Grows to 5.9 Million in 2023-24

According to recent economic surveys, Pakistan has steadily risen in donkey population. Figures show a jump to 5.9 million donkeys, an increase from just a few years ago. This increase is attributed to the donkeys' role as "beasts of burden," mainly in rural areas. Pakistan's donkey population has risen by 1.72% to 5.9 million in the fiscal year 2023-24, according to the Pakistan Economic Survey (PES) 2023-24. This increase highlights the growing importance of donkeys, especially in rural areas where they are essential for the economy. The PES, launched by Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb, shows a steady increase in donkey numbers over the past few years. However, the populations of horses and mules have remained unchanged at 0.4 million and 0.2 million, respectively, for the las...