The CDA is currently investigating the use of drone technology for firefighting operations, acknowledging its capacity to provide real-time situational awareness, map fire boundaries, and identify hot spots, particularly in high-rise buildings.
In a significant move to ease the process for citizens, Federal Interior Minister Rana Sanaullah has launched an innovative initiative that allows passport renewal online, eliminating the need to visit passport offices. This user-friendly e-passport facility aims to revolutionize the renewal process, addressing the long-standing grievances of citizens who faced extended queues and waiting times.
The Higher Education Commission (HEC) has issued a complete list of 157 educational institutions operating unlawfully and without registration around the country. In addition, 31 institutions and colleges in Lahore were designated as unrecognised. Prospective students have been warned by the HEC not to register in degree programmes provided by these schools.
Bahawalpur’s Baghdadul Jadid police station has made a significant arrest involving the Chief Security Officer (CSO) of Islamia University Bahawalpur (IUB). The police allegedly discovered crystal meth (ice) and aphrodisiacs in his possession during a routine checkpoint stop. Additionally, objectionable videos and pictures of female officials and students from the university were found on his two mobile phones.
Today, the Pakistan Navy held an induction ceremony for its two advanced Type 054 A/P Frigates, PNS Shahjahan and PNS Tipu Sultan, at Karachi. The event was graced by the Federal Minister of Defense, Khawaja Asif, who commended the Navy’s efforts in safeguarding the nation’s maritime defense and promoting regional peace.
The Sindh government will not raise People’s Bus Service (PBS) fares for the next six months to help commuters.
The Pakistan Petroleum Dealers Association (PPDA) has declared an indefinite distribution shutdown starting from 6 AM on Saturday, July 22, 2023. The association is facing significant losses due to the increasing sales of smuggled petrol and diesel from Iran.
The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has issued a warning, stating that from July 20th to 22nd, heavy rainfall may result in urban flooding in low-lying areas of Islamabad, Rawalpindi, and several other major cities.
For security reasons, the Sindh Government has enforced a ban on pillion riding on motorcycles during the 9th and 10th of Muharram (Friday, July 28, and Saturday, July 29) in all provincial districts. The ban prohibits riding with a passenger on a motorcycle, with exceptions for women, children, disabled persons, and senior citizens.
In response to security concerns, motorcycles have been prohibited from entering the Red Zone. To facilitate access, shuttle services are available from three different locations: Serena Chowk, Parade Avenue, and Marriott Chowk.
In the Bara area of Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa, a blast at the tehsil compound office left around eight policemen injured. The explosion occurred at the main entrance of the compound, and police spokesperson confirmed that there were multiple casualties resulting from the attack.
Chaudhry Parvez Elahi, the former Punjab chief minister and president of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), was transferred from District Jail Lahore to Central Jail Adiala in Rawalpindi on Wednesday. The local administration in Lahore had issued 30-day detention orders against Elahi under Section 3 of the Maintenance of Public Order (3MPO) on July 16.
