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Strong winds and heavy rains killed 35 in Pakistan
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Strong winds and heavy rains killed 35 in Pakistan

Four districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Punjab were affected badly by rain and strong winds. At least 35 people were killed, 136 were injured and 200 livestock is dead. Authorities along with the army are doing their level best to cope with the situation. In recent heavy rains and strong winds, four districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Punjab are affected drastically. Lukki Marwat, Kirk, Bannu and Abbottabad are the main districts where we witnesses the most destruction. Until now at least 35 people are killed. Along with that 136 are injured and more than 200 livestock gurgled. All the hospitals are filled with patients. An emergency is imposed in the province and every person needs to be seen immediately. Authorities along with army troops are helping people with moving and...
Bykea app got hacked
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Bykea app got hacked

Hackers hacked Bykea, a leading ride-hailing and mobility app in Pakistan, today, June 13, 2023.  The hackers gained access to the app's database and stole the personal data of millions of users.  Moreover, including their names, email addresses, and phone numbers. Users on social media reported the hack after they started receiving abusive messages when they tried to log in to the app. Bykea confirmed that the app was hacked in a statement, saying that it was working to fix the issue and that user data was safe. Security experts warn that the data stolen in the hack could be used for malicious purposes, such as identity theft or fraud.  They recommend that users change their passwords for Bykea and other online accounts and be on the lookout for phishing emails and o...
Cheap Russian Crude oil arrives at Karachi port
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Cheap Russian Crude oil arrives at Karachi port

In an exciting development for the energy sector, the bustling port of Karachi welcomed a shipment of cost-effective Russian crude oil. This marked a significant milestone for the country's oil industry. The arrival of this affordable commodity has sparked renewed hope. Pakistan is seeking to diversify its energy sources and boost its economic growth. The tanker carrying the Russian crude oil docked at Karachi port on 11 June. This is the culmination of extensive negotiations between Pakistani and Russian authorities. This milestone deal is set to strengthen bilateral ties between the two nations. It will offer new prospects for Pakistan's energy landscape. The arrival of cheap Russian crude oil comes at a crucial time. Pakistan is actively seeking alternative energy sources to redu...
Cyclone Biparjoy inches closer to Karachi drastically
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Cyclone Biparjoy inches closer to Karachi drastically

Cyclone Biparjoy is unexpectedly changing course. With a split forecast, the cyclone will threaten southern Pakistan Karachi, with a slight chance of heading toward Oman. This entire region is under direct threat of landfall, which is likely around the 13th of June. Coastal areas are on alert after the Pakistan Meteorological Department provincial government warned that a cyclonic storm over the Arabian Sea would intensify over the next 24 hours. Cyclone Biparjoy estimates to be roughly 900 kilometers due south of Karachi on Saturday as the storm. Categorized as very severe continued on a north/north-eastward track. Possible Impacts: With its probable approach to the southeast Sindh coast. Widespread wind-dust/thunderstorm rain with some very heavy/extremely heavy falls. Acc...
Markets to close by 8 pm to conserve energy
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Markets to close by 8 pm to conserve energy

The proposal is to close all markets nationwide at 8 pm. As part of the energy conservation project has been approved by the National Economic Council (NEC). According to the Minister for Planning, Development, and Special Initiatives’ statement on Tuesday. Pakistan’s National Economic Council (NEC) has approved a proposal to close all markets across the country at 8 pm as part of the energy conservation project. Minister for Planning Development and Special Initiatives, Ahsan Iqbal, announced on Tuesday. Iqbal said the Chief Ministers of Sindh, Punjab, and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa participated in the huddle. While the planning minister of Baluchistan represented the provincial government. This initiative could save around $1 billion annually, he added. He said representatives of p...