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Modi rejected Punjab's proposal to import oxygen from Pakistan that could save thousands of lives: CM Amarinder Singh

Modi rejected Punjab's proposal to import oxygen from Pakistan that could save thousands of lives: CM Amarinder Singh

  • Chief Minister of Indian Punjab, Amarinder Singh has revealed that the Center rejected his government’s proposal to import liquid oxygen from Pakistan, which could save thousands of lives in Punjab.
  • He said the Center neither provided an “adequate supply of oxygen from alternate sources,” nor did it allow the import of oxygen from the neighboring country.
Updated 08 May, 2021 10:06pm
Shah Mahmood Qureshi invites Saudi Foreign Minister to visit Pakistan
World

Shah Mahmood Qureshi invites Saudi Foreign Minister to visit Pakistan

  • The two dignitaries agreed to work towards strengthening cordial relations between the two countries.
  • They reviewed every aspect of bilateral relations, discussing ways to enhance cooperation in diverse areas including trade, investment, infrastructure, energy, tourism, and manpower.
Published 08 May, 2021 05:01pm
Is Hyundai Elantra better than Honda Civic?
Business & Finance

Is Hyundai Elantra better than Honda Civic?

  • Aside from the obvious price difference, there are several reasons that make the Elantra a better option than the Honda Civic.
  • For one, Hyundai Elantra has the biggest engine size out of all the premium sedans available in Pakistan.
Updated 11 May, 2021 05:11pm
Prime Minister Imran Khan embarks on a three-day visit to Saudi Arabia
Pakistan

Prime Minister Imran Khan embarks on a three-day visit to Saudi Arabia

  • The Prime Minister is accompanied by a delegation comprising senior ministers, and other members of his cabinet.
  • The two sides are expected to sign a number of bilateral agreements and memorandums of understanding (MoUs), mostly focused on the Saudi Green, the Middle East Initiative, and the Clean and Green Pakistan Movement.
Updated 07 May, 2021 08:11pm
Private universities urge Education Minister not to delay Autumn Semester
Pakistan

Private universities urge Education Minister not to delay Autumn Semester

  • The association chairman, Dr. Chaudhry Abdul Rehman, wrote a letter to Shafqat Mahmood, asking him to ensure a timely start of the Fall Semester.
  • It said that the government’s latest decision to delay admissions for Autumn Semester due to a delay in Intermediate and O/A Level exams will create financial constraints.
Published 06 May, 2021 07:43pm
HAVAL by Sazgar tests H6 SUV in Pakistan
Business & Finance

HAVAL by Sazgar tests H6 SUV in Pakistan

  • The variant coming to Pakistan will have a 1.5-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder engine that makes 169 hp and 285 Nm of torque, sent to the front wheels via a 7-speed DCT automotive gearbox.
  • Its hybrid variant in the international market is accompanied by a single electric motor and a 45 kWh lithium-ion battery pack.
Updated 06 May, 2021 06:05pm
Pakistan expects 1.23 million doses of AstraZeneca vaccine on 8th May
Pakistan

Pakistan expects 1.23 million doses of AstraZeneca vaccine on 8th May

  • Pakistan’s health officials have confirmed to CNN that a shipment of 1.23 million doses of the AstraZeneca vaccine are expected to arrive on the 8th of May.
  • Pakistan was supposed to receive the AstraZeneca vaccine doses by February this year, however, the supply got delayed after India diverted the supplies to meet domestic needs.
Updated 06 May, 2021 01:52pm
PM Imran Khan addresses Pakistani envoys after probe launched against envoy to KSA

PM Imran Khan addresses Pakistani envoys after probe launched against envoy to KSA

The Pakistani Ambassador to Riyadh, Raja Ali Ejaz, and his staff were called back over the mistreatment of the Pakistani expat community by the envoy's staff.
  • The Foreign Office said in a statement that foreign embassies, high commissions, and consulates have been directed to extend maximum facilitation within their respective jurisdictions.
Published 05 May, 2021 09:39pm
Punjab to impose complete lockdown from May 8 to 16
Business & Finance

Punjab to impose complete lockdown from May 8 to 16

  • All commercial, recreational activities, and public transport across the province will be suspended on the designated dates.
  • The checkpoints will be set up at all the entry and exit routes of each city, while police Rangers and Army personnel will be deployed to monitor the situation.
Updated 05 May, 2021 08:37pm