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Namira Salim hopes to hoist Pakistan’s flag in space

20Aug

By Muhammad Dastageer ShamsNo Comments

Pakistan

Namira Salim hopes to hoist Pakistan’s flag in space

Namira Salim, a Pakistani explorer, artist, and entrepreneur, has set her sights on a remarkable and pioneering endeavor: hoisting Pakistan's flag in the vast expanse of outer space. In an era where scientific and technological advancements are pushing the boundaries of human exploration. One individual is aiming to break through not just the atmosphere. But also the barriers of possibility and national pride. Namira Salim's journey is more than just a personal aspiration; it symbolizes the aspirations of an entire nation reaching for the stars. Born in Karachi, Pakistan, Salim's journey to space has been marked by a trailblazing spirit. A determination to overcome the odds. Trained as an artist, her imagination was captured by the boundless possibilities beyond Earth's confines, insp...

Pakistan Won The World Junior Squash Championship After 37 Years

26Jul

By Muhammad Dastageer ShamsNo Comments

Pakistan, Sports

Pakistan Won The World Junior Squash Championship After 37 Years

Pakistan's Hamza Khan won the World Junior Squash Championship on Sunday, defeating Egypt's Mohamed Zakaria 3-1 in the final. The victory is Pakistan's first in the tournament since 1986 when Jansher Khan won the title. In the world of squash, 17-year-old Khan is a rising star. Hamza Khan is currently ranked 10th in the world junior rankings. He is the first Pakistani to reach the final of the World Junior Squash Championship since 2008. Khan won the first game 11-9, but Zakaria took the second game 11-7. Khan then won the third and fourth games 11-7 and 11-6 to clinch the victory. Khan's victory in the World Junior Squash Championship was a major achievement for Pakistan, and it signaled that the country was once again a force to be reckoned with in the world of squash. Khan's vict...

24Jul

By Muhammad Dastageer ShamsNo Comments

Latest, Pakistan

Pakistan Bans 43 Scam Load Apps

The government of Pakistan has banned 43 scam load apps in an effort to protect consumers from fraud. The apps, which were available for download on both Android and iOS devices, promised users free or discounted mobile data and airtime. However, once users installed the apps, they were often charged exorbitant fees, or their personal information was stolen. The Ministry of Information Technology and Telecommunication (IT&T) announced the ban on scam load apps. The ministry said that the apps were violating the country's telecommunications laws and were causing financial harm to consumers. "We have taken this action to protect the interests of our citizens," said Amin-ul-Haque, the IT&T minister. "These scam load apps were preying on people's need for affordable mobile data ...

Shahid Afridi Foundation completed 110 homes for Flood affectees in Balochistan

21Jul

By Muhammad Dastageer ShamsNo Comments

Pakistan

Shahid Afridi Foundation completed 110 homes for Flood affectees in Balochistan

The Shahid Afridi Foundation (SAF) built 110 homes in Mastung district, Balochistan, for flood-affected families. The Shahid Afridi Foundation (SAF) built the homes to high standards and designed them to withstand future floods. In addition, they also installed solar panels in the homes to provide electricity for the families. The families who will be moving into the new homes are from the poorest communities in the area, and they have been living in temporary shelters since the floods and struggling to make ends meet. The completion of the homes is a major milestone for the SAF. It is the largest housing project that the foundation has ever undertaken. Individuals and corporate sponsors donated money to fund the project. Shahid Afridi, the founder of the SAF, expressed his de...

13Jul

By Zainab SohaibNo Comments

Global, Latest

Pakistan Population is Growing Faster

Pakistan population is growing faster than any other Asian Country. Pakistan population growing by 2.4% 11,000 mothers die each year giving birth to their children. According to Population Council on World Population Day, the statistics ratio of Pakistan’s population is growing faster than any other Asian country. Besides, according to the council report, every year in Pakistan 11,000 mothers die during childbirth and 1,000 children die. According to the report, every mother in Pakistan gives birth to 4-6 children. 40% of children are malnourished, and 29% are underweight. Furthermore, the council said Pakistan faces severe water shortages due to its growing population. Correspondingly, Pakistan needs 85,000 more primary schools by 2040, and one in three of Pakistan's children i...