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Sindh Senior Minister Sharjeel Inam Memon handing over a relief cheque of Rs10 million to the brother of martyred journalist Nasrullah Gadani at Karachi Press Club (KPC)
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Captivating scenes at the Cattle Market as vendors showcase their prized sacrificial animals, beckoning customers for the upcoming Eid ul Azha festivities at temporary cattle Market on outskirts area of the city
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A vendor diligently sells walnut tree peel, a traditional teeth-cleaning remedy, to eager customers seeking oral hygiene solution at outside the Dehli Gate
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Federal Tax Ombudsman, Dr Asif Mahmood Jah, called on President Asif Ali Zardari, at Aiwan-e-Sadr
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The Ambassador-designate of Pakistan to Austria, Mr Muhammad Kamran Akhtar, called on President Asif Ali Zardari, at Aiwan-e-Sadr
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Jazz introduces Saudi data roaming bundles for hajj pilgrims
ISLAMABAD, Jun 10 (APP):Jazz, Pakistan’s leading digital operator, has introduced Saudi data roaming bundles designed to meet the connectivity needs of Pakistani pilgrims during their spiritual journey in Saudi Arabia for Hajj.
“These Saudi data roaming bundles provide pilgrims with access to 2GB and 6GB of data, valid for up to 30 and 45 days respectively, at affordable rates,” said a news release.
This offering ensures that pilgrims can maintain communication with their loved ones back home throughout their sacred pilgrimage.
To activate these bundles, pilgrims can simply dial *ROAM# or *7626# to start using the service. This easy activation process underscores Jazz’s commitment to supporting Pakistani pilgrims by making their journey as seamless and fulfilling as possible.
The introduction of these data bundles highlights Jazz’s dedication to facilitating the digital needs of its customers, even when they are abroad. By offering comprehensive communication solutions, Jazz aims to enhance the spiritual experience of Pakistani pilgrims by keeping them connected with family and friends.
Country holds surplus electricity, ready for 24-hour supply: Minister
ISLAMABAD, Jun 10 (APP): Federal Minister for Energy Sardar Awais Ahmad Khan Leghari informed the National Assembly on Monday that the country has surplus electricity and we are ready to provide 24-hour power supply to feeders with zero losses.
Speaking at the National Assembly forum, he said, “The system has enough generation and transmission capacity to meet the electricity demand, and we are ready to provide electricity 24-hours to consumers. However, this is not possible without controlling line losses and power theft.”
The minister said that the country cannot afford to increase the circular debt further.
“We don’t provide electricity to feeders with high line losses because this adds to the losses in the power sector, which cannot be borne by the country’s economy,” he added.
The minister stressed that unless distribution companies, with the assistance of provincial governments, change their course and control their losses, “load shedding will continue on these high-loss feeders.”
He pointed out the need to penalize areas where electricity theft is rampant.
“We have directed the CEOs of distribution companies to improve their service quality and end power outage on no-loss feeders,” he said.
The minister sought the cooperation of lawmakers in controlling electricity theft, stating that 24-hour electricity would be provided to their respective areas if power theft is controlled.
He expressed concern that some areas in Punjab, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Sindh, and Balochistan are not paying their bills. He also shared details of a meeting with the Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and appreciated the Chief Minister for his cooperation in controlling power theft in the province.
Naqvi expresses grief over loss of lives in Motorway accident, conveys condolence
ISLAMABAD, Jun 10 (APP):Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has expressed deep sorrow and grief over the tragic traffic accident reported on Motorway near Kallar Kahar area of Chakwal district, which resulted in killing of six persons.
According to the handout, Mohsin Naqvi extended his heartfelt condolences to the victims’ families and said that we share their grief and sorrow in this difficult time.
He prayed to Allah Almighty to grant the courage to bereaved families to bear this irreparable loss.