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On Tuesday, Pakistan denounced the most recent, foolish, and egregiously disrespectful desecration of the Holy Quran, wh...
26/09/2023

On Tuesday, Pakistan denounced the most recent, foolish, and egregiously disrespectful desecration of the Holy Quran, which occurred in The Hague, the Netherlands, in front of numerous OIC member countries' embassies, including Pakistan. Mumtaz Zahra Baloch, a spokeswoman for the Foreign Office, claimed in a press release that the incident was an intentionally provocative and Islamophobic conduct that wounded the feelings of Muslims around the world.

According to her, such behaviours cannot be excused in the name of protest, free speech, or other rights. According to the spokesperson, Pakistan believes that using one's right to free speech entails obligations. Acts that encourage racism and Islamophobia should be aggressively avoided by national governments.
She continued, "It is crucial that the world community speak out against Islamophobia and collaborate to advance interfaith harmony.

The UN General Assembly resolution designating March 15 as the International Day to Combat Islamophobia, according to the speaker, was voted in such spirit. The representative claimed that the Dutch authorities have been informed of Pakistan's worries. We firmly implore them to be aware of the feelings of Muslims everywhere, including those in Pakistan, and to take proactive measures to stop such cruel and Islamophobic activities, she added.

On Monday, the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) offered interest-free loans for female borrowers. The announcement was made ...
26/09/2023

On Monday, the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) offered interest-free loans for female borrowers. The announcement was made at a seminar on "Women Bankability and Banking on Equality" at the Government Polytechnic Institute (GPI) for Women by Fazal Muqeem, Deputy Chief Manager of SBP in Dera Ismail Khan.

According to Muqeem, assisting women in starting their own enterprises will not only make them stronger but also provide them the ability to support their families and give their kids a better education. Muqeem stated that entrepreneurship may hold the answer to addressing the problem of rising costs, which affect everyone but are especially detrimental to those with low incomes. According to him, the government is developing policies with the SBP to help unemployed women find employment and become contributing members of society.

Due to these policies, unemployed women can now open bank accounts and receive interest-free loans up to Rs500,000 just like men. Muhammad Zubair, the assistant director, asked everyone to adopt digital technology and to file income taxes in order to lessen their tax burden. Sara Khan, the principal of GPI for Women, thanked SBP for helping to develop students' independence. She claimed that this regulation will eventually help a lot of women.

Authors could file a lawsuit against the AI innovation ChatGPT for "systematic theft." Among the 17 writers who are suin...
26/09/2023

Authors could file a lawsuit against the AI innovation ChatGPT for "systematic theft." Among the 17 writers who are suing ChatGPT creator Open AI is American novelist George R.R. Martin, known for his epic fantasy novel A Song of Ice and Fire, which was later transformed into the popular HBO series Game of Thrones. 17 authors, including Martin, David Baldacci, Jonathan Franzen, John Grisham, Jodi Picoult, and others, filed a complaint against the AI generative business earlier this week in the federal court of Manhattan, New York.

The Microsoft-backed Open AI, which includes the most popular ChatGPT AI model, has been accused by the Authors Guild of engaging in "systemic theft on a mass scale" by exploiting their intellectual materials without permission. The lawsuit also claimed that the programme created "an infringing, unauthorized, and detailed outline" for the Game of Thrones prequel A Dawn of Direwolves, including using Martin's A Song of Ice and Fire characters that were already present. The Authors Guild's CEO, Mary Rasenberger, stated in a statement that "it is imperative that we stop this theft in its tracks or we will destroy our incredible literary culture, which feeds many other creative industries in the US."

People who dedicate their careers—and, in some cases, their entire lives—to learning and honing their trade tend to write great novels. Authors must have the ability to decide whether and how generative AI uses their works in order to safeguard our literature, Rasenberger continued. However, a corporate representative denied any such allegations, stating that the company respects "the rights of writers and authors." According to the company's statement, "We're optimistic we will continue to find cooperative ways to help people utilize new technology in a rich content ecosystem." "OpenAI does not want to replace creators," said CEO Sam Altman.

Avastin injection, which is used to treat diabetic eye disease and other eye issues, was banned on Monday by the caretak...
26/09/2023

Avastin injection, which is used to treat diabetic eye disease and other eye issues, was banned on Monday by the caretaker Punjab administration after it resulted in severe eye infections and blindness in a number of patients in Punjab. The injection batch was recalled by the Punjab government over the weekend, and a high-level investigation was mandated while the investigators searched for local injection suppliers. A five-person team under the direction of Dr. Asad Aslam Khan will look into the situation.

According to reports in the local media, at least a dozen people, including Chaudhry Manzoor's brother and a friend, lost their eyesight. In addition, Mohsin Naqvi, the interim chief minister of Punjab, promised swift and severe punishment for those accountable for the accessibility of non-sterile injections while an investigation was ongoing. Additionally, he stated that all afflicted patients would receive free care.

Dr. Nadeem Jan, the provincial health minister, added that a complaint had been filed against the suppliers and that the government had pulled all injections off the market. Officials disclosed that a well-known pharmaceutical company sold and manufactured the Avastin injection.

A warning has been released by Punjab's Primary and Secondary Healthcare Department as the number of pink eye infections...
26/09/2023

A warning has been released by Punjab's Primary and Secondary Healthcare Department as the number of pink eye infections continues to rise in numerous cities throughout the province. According to the agency, the illness is viral and spreads through coughing, sneezing, and touching hands. It also takes eight to 10 days to recover from the illness.

After the virus spread to numerous cities in Sindh, including Karachi, Lahore saw a spike in the number of people suffering with conjunctivitis, an inflammation of the transparent membrane lining the eyelid and eyeball. Increased tear production, eye pain, redness, and itching were all symptoms of the infection. It instructed readers to use any eye drop after consulting with a physician.

All district authorities have also received instructions from the Health Department. In addition to advising people not to touch their eyes without first washing their hands, it also suggested using hand sanitizer. It has been warned against using the products on persons who have pink eye infection. It advised keeping sick people's towels, clothes, and other belongings apart.

After the virus spread to numerous cities in Sindh, including Sindh, the number of patients with conjunctivitis, an infl...
20/09/2023

After the virus spread to numerous cities in Sindh, including Sindh, the number of patients with conjunctivitis, an inflammation of the transparent membrane lining the eyelid and eyeball, increased in Punjab's capital city. Pink eye cases are being reported at the Mayo Hospital in Lahore at a rate of 40 to 50 per day, suggesting that the virus is spreading rapidly.

In order to stop the disease from spreading, the hospital administration urged the infected individuals to wear black glasses and adopted other preventative steps. Eye contact with infected individuals has been advised against by ophthalmologists due to the risk of infection. The patients have been instructed to avoid cleaning their eyes with their hands and to keep them clean.

Weeks after nationwide demonstrations over excessive energy rates, there is still little sign of relief for electricity ...
20/09/2023

Weeks after nationwide demonstrations over excessive energy rates, there is still little sign of relief for electricity consumers as Discos have opted to steal approximately Rs25 billion from people who are already paying record food and gasoline costs as a result of the country's economic collapse. Nepra is anticipated to approve another increase in power pricing as individuals are already paying more than Rs50 per unit after previous Water and Power Development Authority (Wapda) distribution companies (XWDiscos) attempted to impose an additional fee in October.

According to media sources, the Central Power Purchasing Agency (CPPA) addressed Nepra about a raise, and a public hearing to consider the petition is scheduled for September 23. The reference gasoline cost, according to CPPA on behalf of XWDiscos, was Rs6.64 per unit, but the actual fuel cost was Rs8.47 per unit. According to the report, approximately 16,000 GWh of electricity were produced in August of this year at a cost of Rs131.91 billion, with transmission losses at 2.87 percent.

Additionally, 7.6 percent of electricity was produced by gas, 17.9 percent by LNG imports, 10 percent by coal, 4.5 percent by imported coal, and 12.79 percent by nuclear fuel. People who are in distress Pakistan's economy is in the worst shape it has been in in recent years, and earlier this month, there were widespread demonstrations against high taxes and increased electricity costs.

To reduce violations and maintain commuter safety, the National Highways and Motorway Police (NHMP) has announced a sign...
20/09/2023

To reduce violations and maintain commuter safety, the National Highways and Motorway Police (NHMP) has announced a significant increase in traffic fines. As the highway police are presently undertaking an awareness campaign for the public through mainstream media, social media, and other channels, the revised traffic fines will go into effect on October 1, 2023.

Over speeding Penalties on Highways and Motorways:
•The overspeeding fine has increased from Rs750 to Rs2,500.
•The fine has been raised from Rs. 1,200 to Rs. 1,500 for overtaking.
•Driving at night while employing ineffective lights: The official will now issue a Rs5,000 citation for this offence instead of the previous Rs500 one.
•Negligence and carelessness: The penalty for such offences has been raised from Rs 300 to Rs 1500.
•Driving without a licence: Instead of the previous Rs750 charge, those who operate vehicles without licences will now be subject to a Rs5,000 fine.

New traffic legislation guidelines
New traffic laws have been established by the highway police, and they include penalties for things like the unlawful use of police lights.
•Using unlicensed police lights: Offenders shall be fined Rs. 5,000 for using unlicensed police lights.
•There would be fines of Rs. 1,000 and Rs. 2,000 for using HID lights and ostentatious licence plates, respectively.
•In a recent meeting of the top motorway police authorities, the traffic fines were amended.

How rapidly an automobile accelerates from 0 to 100 kilometres per hour (km/h) fascinates auto enthusiasts. A group of s...
20/09/2023

How rapidly an automobile accelerates from 0 to 100 kilometres per hour (km/h) fascinates auto enthusiasts. A group of students from Zurich, Switzerland, recently shattered the previous record for the quickest time from 0 to 100 kilometres per hour by developing an electric race car that accomplished the task in just 0.0956 seconds, smashing the old mark. This record exceeded the previous record of 1.46 seconds by a massive margin of 0.504 seconds.

On its YouTube channel, ETH Zurich published a video of the strange record's production procedure. The film includes an interview with the team's captain and female driver Kate Magettii. It also includes their perspectives on how they prepared their exceptionally light electric race car for the competition. The super light electric race car can be seen slicing past the starting line in the world record-breaking video. The teamwork of ETH Zurich students made it possible to break the record. These students worked on it alongside students from the Lucerne University of Applied Sciences in Switzerland.

Today, September 20, at 11:30 a.m. (PST), the International Cricket Council (ICC) will debut the eagerly anticipated off...
20/09/2023

Today, September 20, at 11:30 a.m. (PST), the International Cricket Council (ICC) will debut the eagerly anticipated official anthem of the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup 2023. "Dil Jashn Bole," the anthem's name, tries to capture the fervour and enthusiasm of one of the most eagerly anticipated sporting events. The song features a star-studded cameo from popular Indian actor Ranveer Singh, which heightens the craze. With Singh's involvement, the song is projected to gain even more fervour and emotion, making it a true celebration of the game.

The ICC officially announced the anthem's distribution on its various social media channels. It did this by publishing a striking poster that highlights Ranveer Singh's participation and shows the anthem's title, "Dil Jashn Bole." Cricket fans from all over the world are eagerly awaiting the release, and social media is buzzing with anticipation. Pritam Chakraborty, a well-known composer, wrote the song.

On October 5 at Ahmedabad's Narendra Modi Stadium, the defending champions England took on New Zealand in the first game of the 2023 ICC Men's Cricket World Cup. Pakistan's first campaign match will be against the Netherlands on October 6 in Hyderabad.

The PML-N has urged its followers to assemble at Minar-e-Pakistan on October 21 to commemorate party leader Nawaz Sharif...
20/09/2023

The PML-N has urged its followers to assemble at Minar-e-Pakistan on October 21 to commemorate party leader Nawaz Sharif's homecoming from London, where he has spent the previous four years living in self-imposed exile. However, Sharif has ordered the top members of the party to greet him at the airport when he returns. Supposedly, Nawaz Sharif's imprisonment at the airport will cause the Minar-e-Pakistan gathering to erupt into a protest.

The former prime minister would address the Minar-e-Pakistan crowd directly, though, provided he was to be given a protected bail. Nawaz will arrive by helicopter from the airport at Minar-e-Pakistan, where PML-N leaders and activists will congregate. After giving a speech at the Minar-e-Pakistan rally, Nawaz Sharif will go to Data Darbar. On the other hand, the PML-N cancelled their meeting with representatives from local governments due to the heavy rain.

Prior to that, party leader Nawaz Sharif had directed Maryam Nawaz, the party's senior vice president and chief organiser, to hold a meeting of all PML-N local body representatives. The local body representatives were scheduled to attend Jati Umra.

The Pakistani rupee continues to appreciate versus the US dollar in the interbank market, as anticipated. Tuesday's loca...
19/09/2023

The Pakistani rupee continues to appreciate versus the US dollar in the interbank market, as anticipated. Tuesday's local currency rose against the dollar by Rs1.50 during intraday trading, reaching a price of about Rs294.45 just before midday. The troubled rupee gained Rs5 against the USD earlier this week, closing at Rs290.95.

The benchmark KSE-100 Index increased by 100.68 points, or 0.22 percent, as the Pakistan Stock Exchange began trading on a positive note. It was trading at 45,903.87 levels at the start of the day. As the nation tightened its noose around currency hoarders, signs of economic recovery began to emerge; yet, the record inflation continued to cause problems for those who are already sick of inflation.

Despite having a less than stellar performance in the Asia Cup, where the Men in Green were unable to advance to the fin...
18/09/2023

Despite having a less than stellar performance in the Asia Cup, where the Men in Green were unable to advance to the final, the Pakistan cricket team nonetheless managed to claim the top spot in the ODI rankings. After South Africa defeated Australia in a recent series, Babar XI regained first place as an ODI team. Pakistan missed out on a position in the championship match as India won the Asia Cup, but Australia's loss allowed the Green Shirts to reclaim first place.

India, who narrowly trails Men in Green in the ranking but won the top ODI match and the Asia Cup, is ranked second despite these accomplishments. Australia lost three straight games, dropping to third place. Pakistan has 27 games, 3,102 points, and a rating of 115. Despite Pakistan having more points, India is still ranked second.

After losing against South Africa, Australia, who had held the top spot, is now ranked third overall with 3,166 points and a rating of 113. There have been 28 games for the Kangaroos. India now has a second opportunity to surpass the competition as the Men in Blue take on the Kangaroos in a three-match series. On the other hand, Pakistan will now participate in the World Cup directly, and the Babar XI will begin their campaign on October 6 in Hyderabad.

On Friday, September 29, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) will be closed to the public in observance of the Prophet Muhamm...
18/09/2023

On Friday, September 29, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) will be closed to the public in observance of the Prophet Muhammad's (PBUH) birthday. It implies that those who work for the government will receive a lengthy weekend as Saturdays and Sundays are weekly off days. On October 2, they will retake their positions.

In this regard, a notification was released by the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratization. For those working in the private sector, it was said that September 29 would also be a public holiday. The 12th day of the Islamic month of Rabiul Awwal is Eid Milad-un-Nabi, which is observed by Muslims worldwide. The 12th Rabiul Awwal will fall on September 29 in Pakistan as well.

Pakistan Railways announced yet another rise in the fares for all passenger and freight trains as the nation's petrol pr...
18/09/2023

Pakistan Railways announced yet another rise in the fares for all passenger and freight trains as the nation's petrol prices hit record highs. According to a notice from the railways, ticket prices have increased by 5%, and the new rates will be in effect starting on September 19.

The populace, who are already outraged by exorbitant electricity bills and growing prices of essential commodities, became even more incensed last week when Pakistan's interim government raised the price of petroleum products once more, this time up to Rs26.02 per litre.

The Finance Division announced late Thursday that the price of petrol had increased by Rs26.02 per litre and the price of high-speed diesel (HSD) by Rs17.34 per litre. The price of petrol is currently Rs. 331.38 and that of high-speed diesel is Rs. 329.18.

Saim Ayub, a teenage batsman from Pakistan who is now leading the Caribbean Premier League 2023 in goals, displayed incr...
18/09/2023

Saim Ayub, a teenage batsman from Pakistan who is now leading the Caribbean Premier League 2023 in goals, displayed incredible skill with his bat during the competition. The Guyana Amazon Warriors' left-handed batter has contributed to his team's position at the top of the standings. Six of their last eight games have been victories for the Guyana Amazon Warriors. Today's game will be his team's final group stage contest against Barbados Royals.

Her big fan base in West Indies has grown thanks to his back-to-back three fifty-plus scores and undefeated 85-run innings. A strange fan moment was observed during a game, nevertheless, when a female supporter declared that she was willing to prefer Saim Ayub over her husband.

She wrote her sentiments for the Pakistani batsman on a billboard that she showed throughout the game. The social media message that is currently going popular reads, "Saim Ayub, I'll divorce my husband for you," and it has sparked yet another discussion. Only two teams—Trinbago Knight Riders and Amazon Warriors—have advanced to the play-off round, which will be held on September 21.

A little son of PTI leader Mian Ibad Farooq, who had been incarcerated for more than 130 days after being detained in co...
18/09/2023

A little son of PTI leader Mian Ibad Farooq, who had been incarcerated for more than 130 days after being detained in connection with the violence on May 9, passed away in Lahore following a protracted illness. A sibling of Farooq who is also running for a PTI seat in the provincial parliament claimed that after his father was arrested, his nephew had a neurological condition. He claimed that when thinking of his father, the boy used to cry.

Tonight in Lahore, prayers for his funeral will be said, he stated. The PTI leader who is currently behind bars had earlier inspired his kid by sending him a message from behind bars. Additionally, there is a contradictory assertion that Farooq's son had the condition long before his father was taken into custody.

After Arshad Nadeem earned a silver medal at the World Athletics Championship, famous javelin thrower Ahmad Shahzad of P...
18/09/2023

After Arshad Nadeem earned a silver medal at the World Athletics Championship, famous javelin thrower Ahmad Shahzad of Pakistan made a present of Rs. 1 million to him. To express solidarity, the cricketer met with Nadeem. He posted information about his rendezvous on social networking site X. "Arshad is incredibly talented. I told him to never give up so that his dreams could come true. Humbled to do a small part in supporting our Pakistan's Superhero Athletic Talent," he wrote. "I urge all athletes from all sports to come forward and support him. He certainly increases Pakistan's honour, the speaker continues. Finally, he said, "Let us become his power to throw record Javelin with a Million Smiles."

Shahzad also posted photos of his encounter with Arshad Nadeem, one of which showed the cricketer giving the javelin thrower a cheque for Rs. 1 million. The outstanding javelin thrower made history earlier this year when he became the first Pakistani to take home a medal from the World Athletics Championship. After a close race against Neeraj Chopra of India, the Pakistani athlete was unable to claim victory. His third-attempt best throw of 87.82 metres earned him the silver medal. Javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra of India won gold with a best throw of 88.17 metres, and Jakub Vadlejch of the Czech Republic came in third.

Arshad recovered from a poor start at a global competition by throwing an excellent 82.81 metres on his second attempt. Arshad was able to throw the javelin at 87.12 metres on his fourth attempt with a fantastic third throw of 87.82 metres. The Pakistani Olympian made his last long throw of 81.86m with about 80m left in the fifth attempt. The famous Pakistani athlete made history by winning his nation's first-ever medal in the World Athletics Championship. He hails from the little village of Khanewal in the Punjab province.

A representative from Pakistan will compete in the Miss Universe competition for the first time. Despite all the critici...
18/09/2023

A representative from Pakistan will compete in the Miss Universe competition for the first time. Despite all the criticism from clerics and the caretaker government, the first Miss Universe Pakistan 2023 declares, "I will not do anything that will cause any dishonour. There is a great duty on me and of course there is pressure". Erica Robin, a model who is 24 years old, has been chosen to represent Pakistan at the Miss Universe pageant later on in the year. Although beauty pageants are widespread, this one will include a Pakistani woman, which is both appreciated and criticised at the same time.

Erika Robin considers it an honour to compete in the El Salvador competition on November 18 alongside ladies from 90 other nations. Speaking to media agencies, the model said that "she won't let the nation down through her actions" while competing in the coveted tournament or wear a bikini. According to Pageant Planet, "Pageant swimwear is supposed to be a fun way for models to showcase their body, confidence, and personality to the judges during the competition." In her acceptance speech, Robin thanked everyone for making her "the first ever Miss Universe Pakistan" and urged the audience to sample the delectable cuisine and visit the country's verdant landscape. She added, "I want to highlight the beauty of Pakistan.

The winner stated regarding the media and people, "We have a beautiful culture that the media is not talking about. Pakistanis are very generous, kind, and hospitable." Additionally, Robin wrote in an Instagram post, "I would like to welcome everyone to visit my nation and sample the most delectable Pakistani cuisines and discover our captivating environment, our snow-capped mountains, our greeneries, and our progressive landscapes. With an estimated $100 million annual budget, the United States and Thailand jointly host the Miss Universe contest every year.

The United Arab Emirates' (UAE) immigration authorities have provided clarification on the matter of transit visa extens...
18/09/2023

The United Arab Emirates' (UAE) immigration authorities have provided clarification on the matter of transit visa extensions. Both forms of transit visas are non-extendable and non-renewable, according to the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Ports Security (ICP). The UAE government offers two different types of transit visas: one is free and valid for 48 hours, while the other is priced at Dhs50 and valid for 96 hours. Only airlines with a base in the UAE can sponsor transit visas, which need to be reviewed and granted before entry.

A photo against a white background, a valid passport or other travel document, and a confirmed reservation for travel to a third destination other than the one from which they are departing are all requirements for obtaining a transit visa. The smart application (ICAUAE) or the official ICP website (https://smartservices.icp.gov.ae) should be used to apply for a transit visa. If the visa is accepted, an entry permit will be delivered by email following the completion of the necessary fields and the attachment of the pertinent documents.

However, in order to obtain a transit visa for 96 hours, applicants must possess a passport or other travel document with a minimum validity of six months, show a photo against a white background, and possess a confirmed reservation for travel to a third location far from the origin. The authority has also made it clear that no taxes or extra charges may be levied by any federal, local, or private organisation and that each traveller leaving the UAE is required to pay a departure fee of Dhs30.

A new bill passed by the British Parliament would result in an increase of 127 pounds in the charge for foreigners apply...
18/09/2023

A new bill passed by the British Parliament would result in an increase of 127 pounds in the charge for foreigners applying for study visas to the UK starting the following month. Numerous pupils will probably be impacted by this adjustment. The UK Home Office stated on Friday that the cost to apply for a student visa from outside the country will rise by 127 pounds to 490 pounds in order to match the cost for applications submitted while in the nation.

The cost of a visit visa has also gone up by 15 pounds to 115 pounds for periods under six months. The administration claims that changes were made to the immigration and nationality fees in order to pay for necessary services and free up additional funds for raises in public sector salaries.

In the midst of a worsening financial crisis and calls for privatisation, the flight operations of the national airline ...
18/09/2023

In the midst of a worsening financial crisis and calls for privatisation, the flight operations of the national airline have improved, according to a statement released on Sunday by Pakistan International Airlines spokesperson Abdullah Hafeez Khan. He said, "Seventy-seven flights will be operated from airports across the country today," and he added that out of the 77 flights, 25 would be for domestic locations and the other 37 would be for foreign ones. According to the representative, 87% of PIA flights would take off and land on time. The encouraging news comes days after the carrier was successful in obtaining a sizable bank loan when it became clear that without a bailout package, the carrier was in danger of discontinuing operations, even though a PIA official had previously denied allegations that the flag carrier would be shutting down.

An earlier article claimed that the airline had paid the employees' pay. According to media sources, the carrier received Rs 1 billion from the Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority (PCCA) to pay the employees' back wages. The national carrier, which was previously seen as a success story by other airlines, was recently on the verge of grounding 15 aircraft, significantly reducing the number of operational aircraft. After it was revealed last week that the carrier would stop receiving spare components due to cash flow issues, PIA's difficulties grew worse.

The Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) previously highlighted concerns about PIA, which has been experiencing losses for a considerable amount of time. After careful consideration, the participants decided to form a separate committee to evaluate the PIA restructuring plan, but they rejected the PIA's request for the provision of Rs22.9 billion and a deferment of Rs1.3 billion per month to the Federal Bureau of Revenue (FBR), as well as loans and markup amounts until the restructuring plan was finalized. The meeting's chair received a thorough briefing from the secretary of aviation regarding the meeting's financial challenges, PIA's liabilities, and the necessity of restructuring the state-owned company. The national airline has been called for to be privatized because it is not economically viable. Khawaja Saad Rafique, a former minister of aviation, also emphasized the necessity of privatizing the airline in order to prevent its closure.

Multiple factors have caused the new Gwadar International Airport's opening to be postponed once more, it was revealed o...
17/09/2023

Multiple factors have caused the new Gwadar International Airport's opening to be postponed once more, it was revealed on Saturday. Due to its potential, the airport has been under the scrutiny of authorities and the business community as China builds it as part of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor. The new Gwadar Airport was slated to open this month, but it was postponed due to technical issues, according to Director General of the Civil Aviation Authority Khaqan Murtaza.

According to the official, airport and technical equipment from China to Pakistan were delayed in arriving, according to Daily Jang. The pending cargo arriving to Gwadar by sea from China is anticipated to arrive this month, according to Murtaza. Chinese authorities have set a new opening date of March 2024, according to Khaqan Murtaza. However, he warned that there might be further delays in finalising the plans to make the new Gwadar airport operational.

The China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) has advanced significantly with the opening of the new Gwadar International Airport. It demonstrates how China and Pakistan are collaborating to upgrade the region's infrastructure and stimulate the economy by establishing a communication network to strengthen their ties. The $230 million project, which began in 2019, is entirely funded by the Chinese government; the facility is situated 26 kilometres east of the city of Gwadar. With a surface size of 18 square kilometres, the airport will be the second-largest in Pakistan. The airport's groundbreaking ceremony was on March 29, 2019, and the Aviation Division was in charge of managing the project until the Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority finished inspecting the airport for safety.

The China-Pakistan Economic Corridor website states that the project must be completed by March 2023. The multi-billion dollar China-Pakistan Economic Corridor project includes the development of the Gwadar Airport as a key component. Along with a network of roads, the airport would make it possible for businesspeople and tourists to visit the lovely city and take in the tranquil atmosphere in addition to searching for commercial prospects.

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