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Guddu Power House in Focus After Sunday’s Electricity Breakdown
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Guddu Power House in Focus After Sunday’s Electricity Breakdown

A major technical fault at the Guddu power station caused widespread outages across three provinces in Pakistan, leaving millions without electricity. Officials are investigating the cause of the fault and working to restore power as soon as possible. On Sunday, the Guddu power house in Sindh again gained attention as a major power breakdown affected three provinces. However, this power facility, managed by the Power Division, halted operations when a 500-KV transmission line caught fire due to a technical fault. The consequences of this power generation stoppage had a domino effect on the national grid. It impacted Sindh, Balochistan, and southern Punjab, leading to shutdowns in various areas. The major cities include Guddu, Kashmore, Jacobabad, Shikarpur, Sohbatpur, and Dera Murad...
Pakistan Bans New Year’s Eve Celebrations in Support of Gaza
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Pakistan Bans New Year’s Eve Celebrations in Support of Gaza

Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar announced a complete ban on all New Year's Eve celebrations in Pakistan. This decision was made as a gesture of solidarity with the Palestinian people in Gaza. Moreover, the decision expresses the Pakistani government's deep sorrow and concern over the ongoing conflict. In a televised address on Thursday night, Pakistan's Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar announced a complete ban on all New Year's Eve celebrations across the country. The decision is a gesture of solidarity with the Palestinians in Gaza. The poor people who have been affected by Israel's recent military actions since October 7th. However, Pakistan has a long history of supporting the Palestinian cause and expressing solidarity with Gaza. Prime Minister Kakar highlighted the distres...
Lahore Smog Crisis Worsens as Winter Sets In
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Lahore Smog Crisis Worsens as Winter Sets In

The Lahore smog, caused by a combination of vehicle emissions, industrial pollution, and burning of crops, has reached hazardous levels. The Lahore High Court has ordered the government to take immediate steps to curb pollution, but experts warn that the smog crisis is likely to continue for several weeks. The air quality in Lahore, Pakistan's second-largest city, has deteriorated sharply in recent days as winter sets in. The smog, caused by a combination of vehicle emissions, industrial pollution, and burning of crops, has reached hazardous levels. The Lahore High Court has ordered the government to take immediate steps to curb pollution, but experts warn that the smog crisis is likely to continue for several weeks. Causes of the Smog Crisis The main causes of the smog crisis...
Tourists Thrilled by Kalash Choimus Winter Festival
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Tourists Thrilled by Kalash Choimus Winter Festival

Choimus, also known as Chitirmas, marks the Kalash people's new year and celebrates their unique faith and traditions. Tourists get to participate in some traditions, like dancing around the fire or joining a communal feast, becoming part of the festive spirit. In a bid to promote peace in Chitral, the Kalash tribe's winter festival, known as Choimus, has commenced with immense enthusiasm. Believed to be over 2,000 years old, Choimus predates Islam and has roots in Indo-Iranian traditions. However, it celebrates the victory of light over darkness and the renewal of life.The festival honors the Kalash pantheon of gods and spirits. With offerings made to Shomal (the supreme god), Jestak (the goddess of fertility), and Balomain (the protector god). The remarkable Choimus festival of th...
Tragic Tragedy As Attack on Police Headquarters in Tank District
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Tragic Tragedy As Attack on Police Headquarters in Tank District

The police headquarters in Tank district came under attack by militants on Friday morning. Three policemen were martyred and two were injured in the exchange of fire. Moreover, the attackers were also killed in the retaliatory action by security forces. In a tragic incident today, three courageous policemen lost their lives, and two others sustained injuries during an attack on the local police headquarters in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa's Tank district. This shocking news comes as a stark reminder of the dangers our law enforcement officers face in the line of duty. Tank District Police Officer Iftikhar Ali Shah confirmed this heartbreaking development. He revealed that among the fallen heroes was a sub-inspector who had dedicated his life to protecting the community. The attack unfolded...