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Mighty Typhoon Yagi breaks 30-year record in Vietnam

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HANOI: Typhoon Yagi has claimed more than 140 lives while causing destruction in Vietnam’s capital, Hanoi.

As per the reports, Typhoon Yagi — the strongest cyclone of this year — has unleashed destruction in Vietnam’s north. The reports mention the loss of more than 140 lives and the injury of hundreds, while the whereabouts of many remain unknown.

Most casualties happened as a result of mudslides and floods.

Following the cyclone, around 1.5 million people were affected by a power outage.

Around 50,000 people have been evacuated from the coastal areas of Vietnam.

Typhoon Yagi’s strength broke a 30-year record in Vietnam. Before making landfall in Vietnam, the typhoon had hit China and the Philippines, claiming 24 lives.

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Bilawal Bhutto blames politicians for political aversion among youth

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ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari expressed concern for political aversion among youth during his speech in the National Assembly.

While showing his concern, he blamed the conduct of politicians for creating the infamous image of politics.

He further highlighted the presence of youth and students in the assembly gallery while frowning upon the notorious image created by the politicians.

He went on to explain the function of politics, describing it as a means of ending poverty, and expressed concern over the perception of politicians and state institutions among youth.

Additionally, he shed more light on the functions of politics while calling out the government’s inactivity.

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MPAs call for revocation of K-Electric’s license in Sindh Assembly

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KARACHI: Independent MPA Sajjad Soomro presented the resolution to revoke K-Electric’s license in the Sindh Assembly.

Meanwhile, the Minister of Parliamentary Affairs of Sindh, Zia Ul Hassan Lanjar, supported the resolution.

Zia Ul Hassan Lanjar highlighted people’s dissatisfaction with K-Electric, adding that K-Electric had failed to address the public’s concerns.

The minister called for a session of the assembly committee against the atrocities committed by K-Electric.

The Opposition Leader in the Sindh Assembly, Ali Khursheedi, assured that a session against K-Electric would be held soon.

On the other hand, Ghulam Qadir Chandio claimed that action would be taken against K-Electric if its leader failed to comply with the committee’s decision.

The resolution resulted in the formation of an 11-member committee comprising of members of Sindh assembly.

The committee will evaluate the performance of K-Electric, the Hyderabad Electric Supply Company (Hesco), and the Sukkur Electric Power Company (Sepco). The committee includes members from the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP), Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) and Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI)

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Bilawal Bhutto meets Chinese Ambassador

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ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman, Bilawal Bhutto Zardari met the Chinese Ambassador, Jiang Zaidong in the Chinese Embassy on Tuesday.

The Minister Counselor, Yang Nuo and Political Counselor, Wang Shengjie were also present when the PPP chairman visited the embassy.

The meeting involved discussions about increasing bilateral relations.

Bilawal Bhutto and Jiang Zaidong agreed to improve trade relations between the two states.

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Pathum Nissanka hailed at historic victory of Sri Lanka

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Pathum Nissanka’s unbeaten century led to Sri Lanka’s historic victory at The Oval on Monday. Sri Lanka set a new record after achieving the target of 219 runs for the loss of two wickets securing victory against England. Nissanka was 127 not out and Angelo Mathews was 32 not out. Kusal Mendis made 39 runs … Read more

Over 26 million children out of school in Pakistan

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ISLAMABAD: Education in Pakistan is inundated with challenges — with more than 26 million children currently out of school.

According to the details presented by the Ministry of Education, over 10 million children, from ages 5-9, do not go to school; more than 4.9 million boys and over 5.8 million girls are deprived of education.

The Education Ministry also revealed that more than 4.9 million children aged 10-12 are deprived of middle school education; over 2.1 million are boys and more than 2.8 million are girls.

Additionally, it was reported that over 4.5 million students (~2.3 million male and ~2.2 million female) are deprived of high school education.

The Ministry further informed that over 5.9 million students (~2.9 million male and ~2.9 million female) are deprived of higher secondary education.

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Sewerage line explosion in Sabzi Mandi area, Karachi

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KARACHI: An explosion has been reported in Karachi near Super Highway in the Sabzi Mandi area. According to the police, the explosion occurred as a result of gas accumulation in a sewerage line; however, the investigation is still active. The CCTV footage of the site has also been obtained. The footage shows a sewerage line … Read more

Israeli attack claims at least 14 lives, injuring 43 others in Syria

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Russia attacks Ukraine energy grid with missiles, drones

Israel carried out a deadly attack targeting areas in central Syria on Sunday.

According to an international news agency, Israeli airstrikes have claimed at least 14 lives while wounding 43 others in Syria.

Some of the wounded are in critical condition.

The target of the Israeli bombardment was military centers in Tartus and Hama governorate, along with other areas.

According to the local media reports, the Syrian Air Force shot some of the Israeli missiles while in the air.

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International drop in crude oil prices

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Oil prices decreases as Russia sanctions stay in focus

The cost of oil has dropped to prices below 70 dollars in the international market.

As per the details, Libya has agreed to revive its crude oil export; subsequently, the effect on the demand side has reduced the prices.

The cost of crude oil in the international market is decreasing by $1.5 to $2 daily. Currently, it is being traded at around $68 in the global market.

Internationally, American crude oil is being traded at $67.67 as the price dropped by $2.14.

On the other hand, the cost of British crude oil decreased to $71 following a $1 drop.

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Marriyum Aurangzeb discusses lethality of smog in Lahore

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Punjab government relaxes smog restrictions

LAHORE: The Senior Minister of Punjab Marriyum Aurangzeb recently discussed the air quality of Lahore, shedding light on its smog crisis.

While addressing the media, Marriyum Aurangzeb commented on Lahore’s history of smog including the escalation in the past years.

She disclosed that the Air Quality Index (AQI) has reached hazardous levels in the districts of Lahore. She went on to call the smog in Lahore dangerous and even potentially lethal.

According to her, the index has risen to 450, while an index higher than 150 can be lethal. She also pointed out that Kasur, Sheikhupura and even Narowal are being engulfed by smog.

The Senior Minister also highlighted the link of smog with weather and its carcinogenic potential.

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NA approves Peaceful Assembly and Public Order Bill 2024

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ISLAMABAD: The National Assembly approved the Peaceful Assembly and Public Order Bill 2024 with a majority vote.

According to the bill, unauthorized assembly and protest in Islamabad would result in a 3-year imprisonment, and a second violation would result in a 10-year imprisonment.

According to the bill, the authorization of the deputy commissioner (DC) would be required for any such gathering; however, the DC’s decision can be challenged by making an appeal to the commissioner.

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NAB amendments restored by Supreme Court

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ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court of Pakistan reinstated National Accountability Bureau (NAB) amendments, approving the intra-court appeals by the government and other parties.

Supreme Court of Pakistan passed the verdict on the NAB amendments case on Friday.

Chief Justice Qazi Faez Isa read the decision to revoke the nullification of NAB amendments and announced the verdict.

A 5-member bench, headed by Chief Justice Qazi Faez Isa, was involved in the hearing. Justice Aminuddin Khan, Justice Jamal Khan Mandokhail, Justice Athar Minallah, and Justice Hasan Azhar Rizvi were part of the bench.

According to the court’s ruling, the amendments could not be proved unconstitutional.

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Political parties refuse to accept Akhtar Mengal’s resignation

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Akhtar Mengal

Sardar Akhtar Mengal — chairman of Balochistan National Party (BNP) – Mengal — recently revealed that the political parties have refused to accept his resignation.

Akhtar Mengal also expressed his intention to discontinue his stay in the parliament.

He also affirmed that the appeasement attempts would not change his decision.

Accentuating the condition of the people of Balochistan, he explained that the apology should be obtained from the people of Balochistan, not him. He further said that this is not a case of personal enmity.

Sardar Akhtar Mengal also shed light on his attempts to make people realize, and hoped that the people would soon understand.

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Churna Island becomes second marine protected area in Pakistan

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The Cabinet of Balochistan approved the status of Churna Island as the second Marine Protected Area (MPA) in Pakistan in a session held on Wednesday.

The spokesperson of the World Wildlife Fund (WWF) commended the decision of the Balochistan government.

In 2017, the first Island to be designated an MPA in Pakistan was Astola Island.

The spokesperson also shed light on Pakistan’s important location calling it one of the limited marine areas with coral habitat while mentioning its use as a recreational spot.

The spokesperson called the Island an important fishing site that is threatened by human activities.

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Mental health issues affect more than 80 million in Pakistan

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More than 80 million people have some mental health issue or disorder in Pakistan according to the reports.

As per the details, the Ministry of Health laid out the statistics pertaining to mental health in the National Assembly session chaired by Speaker Sardar Ayaz Sadiq.

The Health Ministry reported an alarming upsurge in mental disorders in Pakistan. It revealed that over 80 million people are afflicted with psychological problems in Pakistan.

The report also mentioned the existence of facilities for mental treatment in all major hospitals of Pakistan.

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Siraj ul Haq talks about protest, steep electricity bills

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Siraj ul Haq

Siraj ul Haq — former Emir of Jamaat-e-Islami — appeared on the BOL news show, Tajzia, with senior anchorperson Arbab Jahangir.

The former Emir of Jamaat claimed that the protest had been paused, not concluded.

While on Tajzia, he shed light on the obligation of the government and the condition of the public, saying that the government must solve the issues of the public.

Sirah ul Haq also mentioned the steep electricity bills, revealing that even likes of him have trouble paying the bills.

He also proclaimed that protest would proceed if the concerns are not addressed.

He urged the government to reconsider the treaties signed with the IPPs.

Considering the situation of the nation, he added that the tolerance of the public has reached its limits. Jamaat gave 45 days to the government.

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Senate meeting session, 5th Sept

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The meeting session of the Senate was scheduled to start at 10:30 am today. Earlier, the Senate Secretariat had issued a 35-point agenda for today’s session. The agenda includes the Peaceful Assembly and Public Order Bill, 2024, and the Establishment of Telecommunication Appellate Tribunal Bill, 2024. The Privatization Commission (Amendment) Bill, 2024 is also part … Read more

Pakistan, Uzbekistan to increase cooperation in IT and Telecom

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Pakistan and Uzbekistan

Minister of State for Information Technology and Telecommunication, Shaza Fatima Khawaja, and Uzbek Ambassador to Pakistan, Aybek Arif Usmanov agreed to increase cooperation in the IT and Telecommunications sector during a meeting.

During the session, IT Minister Shaza Fatima and Ambassador Arif Usmanov discussed common interests while agreeing to increase cooperation in the Information Technology and Telecommunications sector.

The IT minister expressed the significance of Pakistan’s relationship with Uzbekistan and the importance of the cooperation in the IT and Telecom sector between the two.

She also suggested that the countries could learn from each other’s experience in the field of technology.

On the other hand, Ambassador Arif Usmanov also expressed Uzbekistan’s interest in the cooperation, advocating a giant working group between the two countries.

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