Nepal-Tibet border floods leave 150 dead, hundreds missing
A sudden and devastating flood and landslide along the Nepal-Tibet border have caused widespread destruction, leaving at least 150 people dead and hundreds missing, according to Nepal’s Tourism Board. The disaster struck early Wednesday in Nepal’s Rasuwa district, north of Kathmandu, after melting snow and rocks entered the Bhote Koshi
Pakistan has extensive experience in managing natural disasters, Ishaq Dar
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar has said Pakistan has extensive experience in dealing with natural disasters and remains committed to supporting climate resilience and sustainable development. Dar made the remarks during a meeting with Commonwealth Secretary-General Shirley Botchwey in London, where the two sides discussed cooperation between
Meta agrees to $18bn settlement over social media harm to minors
Technology giant Meta has agreed to an $18 billion settlement with the attorneys general of 48 US states and several US territories over allegations that its social media platforms harmed children. Under the agreement, Meta will introduce major changes to Facebook and Instagram, including an automatic two-hour daily usage limit
Adding honey to yogurt may boost gut health, studies find
If you enjoy eating yogurt, adding honey instead of sugar may offer additional benefits for digestive health, according to two studies conducted in the United States. Yogurt already contains several nutrients that can benefit overall health. For instance, one cup of yogurt provides nearly half of the daily recommended intake
Saudi Arabia employment rules, when workers leave job without notice?
The Bureau of Emigration and Overseas Employment has outlined employment rules and legal protections for foreign workers in Saudi Arabia, including circumstances in which employees may be entitled to leave their jobs without serving the standard notice period. According to the bureau, an employment contract in Saudi Arabia may end
Parliamentary Caucus calls for probe into PIMS nursery fire
The Parliamentary Caucus on Child Rights (PCCR) of the National Assembly has called for a transparent, impartial and comprehensive investigation into the tragic fire at the nursery ward of Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS), which claimed the lives of 14 newborns. In a statement, the caucus expressed deep concern
PM’s Apna Ghar Scheme Gains Momentum as Applications Hit 139,000
ISLAMABAD: The number of applications for the Prime Minister’s Apna Ghar Housing Scheme has increased by 52 percent since June, reaching 139,000, according to an official statement issued after a meeting of the Access to Finance Steering Committee. The meeting, chaired by Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb, reviewed progress on the
Oil Prices Continue to Fall, Crude Drops for Third Day
ISLAMABAD: Global oil prices declined for a third consecutive day on Wednesday, with Brent crude settling at $86.28 per barrel and US West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude closing at $80.29 per barrel. The decline came amid reports that Iran and Oman are discussing a framework for establishing a temporary maritime
Tourists Swept Away in Nepal Floods: 95 Dead, Hundreds Still Missing
KATHMANDU: A sudden and devastating flood and landslide along the Nepal-Tibet border has caused widespread destruction, killing at least 95 people and leaving hundreds of tourists missing, according to the Nepal Tourism Board. Among those reported missing are more than 100 Indian nationals and 12 British citizens, according to the
Over 2.1 Million Smart Meters Installed Across Pakistan
ISLAMABAD: Over two million smart meters have been installed across the country in efforts to modernize the country’s electricity distribution network as per a written reply furnished by the Ministry of Energy to the Senate. The ministry told the Senators that altogether 2,125,296 smart meters have been installed to date
