Vanishing fish
In particular, the extinction crisis facing indigenous river fish in Pakistan is both disheartening and urgent. Environmental conditions have become increasingly unfavourable for the survival of river fish, pushing species like the Lahori Khaga to the brink. The introduction of foreign fish species, imported to expand the seafood market, has further accelerated the pace of extinction. Uncontrolled breeding of these non-native fish poses a direct threat to local fish populations, disrupting their natural growth cycles and driving them toward unexpected annihilation. Disturbingly, there is no national policy regulating the import of non-native fish species, leaving a void that facilitates unrestricted imports.
Source:The Express Tribune
November 02, 2023 15:12 UTC
Arrest of Indian spies in Qatar confirms espionage network: FO
Baloch underscored Pakistan's longstanding concerns about the Indian sabotage network and espionage activities. She also noted reports of death sentences handed down to Indian Navy officers in Qatar, which had sent shockwaves through India's Ministry of External Affairs. The foreign office spokesperson pointed to the 2016 arrest of Indian spy Kulbhushan Jadhav, a senior Indian Navy officer, on charges of sabotage and espionage within Pakistan, as a significant example of such activities. They were reportedly caught carrying out espionage activities in Qatar, providing Israel with details of Qatar's secret programme to purchase advanced submarines from Italy. The FO spokesperson shared that the interior ministry is addressing the issue of 12,000 counterfeit passports recovered in Saudi Arabia.
Source:The Express Tribune
November 02, 2023 14:49 UTC
Noles News: FSU soccer dominates All-ACC awards, teams
Florida State junior wide receiver Keon Coleman has been added to the Maxwell Award midseason watch list:Coleman, from Opelousas, Louisiana, leads Florida State with 38 catches, 538 receiving yards and nine receiving touchdowns. Taylor Huff, Leilanni Nesbeth and Cristina Roque were all named to the All-ACC Second Team. This is Huff’s third consecutive All-Conference honor as she was named the All-SEC Second Team in 2021 and the All-SEC First Team in 2022. 1: For the 45th week in school history, the Florida State soccer team is ranked No. A Senior Night to Remember: There is a good chance that Lauren Flynn will never forget her senior night at Florida State.
Source:The Nation
November 02, 2023 10:22 UTC
National folk festival to promote cultural tourism
ISLAMABAD-The National Folk Festival (Lok Mela) will promote cultural tourism as a large number of local tourists come from various parts of the country to enjoy amazing and mega event in the capital. Talking to APP here on Wednesday, Pakistan Tourism Development Corporation (PTDC) official said that the biggest folk festival in the country called Lok Mela scheduled to be held from November 3 to 12. It is being organized by the National Heritage and Culture Division at Lok Virsa, he added. The official said that the exceptional festival would encourage and fascinate the folk lovers to throng the federal capital and enjoy the music, traditional dances, arts and handicraft. The cultural nights being part of the unique folk mela would also entrain the tourists, he added.
Source:The Nation
November 02, 2023 06:38 UTC
The possible use of chemical weapons by Israel against Hamas in Gaza
In connection with Israel’s ground invasion is perhaps the most alarming news of preparations by the IDF to flood Hamas’ expansive network of tunnels with nerve agents. - Advertisement -Nerve agents are categorized as Chemical/Biological Weapons whose use is banned under international law. Using nerve agents against Hamas may prove to be lethal for Israel as the conflict keeps on attaining a no-holds barred character. The use of nerve agents by Israel, if authorized, may have a domino effect for further escalation of the conflict. The use of nerve agents by Israel, if authorized, may have a domino effect for further escalation of the conflict.
Source:Pakistan Today
November 02, 2023 05:30 UTC
Ottawa Senators Lose First-Round Pick, Fire GM Pierre Dorion
Ottawa Senators Lose First-Round Pick, Fire GM Pierre DorionTo say the Ottawa Senators are having a bad day might be the understatement of the NHL season thus far. On Wednesday morning, the NHL announced the Senators will forfeit a first-round draft pick because of the botched trade of Evgenii Dadonov in July 2021. In the wake of the league taking away the pick, the Senators quickly fired general manager Pierre Dorion. According to the NHL’s announcement of the discipline, “Ottawa will forfeit its first-round draft pick in one of the 2024, 2025 or 2026 Drafts. The return for 367 days of DeBrincat: Dominik Kubalik, Donovan Sebrango, a conditional first-round pick and a fourth-round pick in the 2024 NHL Draft.
Source:The Nation
November 02, 2023 04:28 UTC
Illegal aliens to be housed in camps till expulsion
PHOTO: FILEThe illegal immigrants will be evicted from Punjab in phases through specified exit points and will be held in special camps till the process is completed. Tuesday was the deadline for illegal residents to voluntarily leave the country. The federal government had warned the illegal immigrants, especially Afghan nationals, in the first week of October to to leave immediately. A survey conducted on the instructions of the government showed that there were 275,000 undocumented illegal Afghan national residents in Punjab. In the third phase, the preparations were made to systematically organise the deportation of the large number of illegal immigrants.
Source:The Express Tribune
November 02, 2023 00:44 UTC
53-year-old man dead after 4-vehicle wreck in Birmingham
From The Tribune staff reportsBIRMINGHAM — A Birmingham man is dead four-vehicle wreck in Birmingham on Tuesday, Oct. 31. Archie Lee Robbins Jr., 53, of Birmingham was the passenger of a Chevrolet Silverado pickup involved in a four-vehicle wreck that happened at 12:33 p.m. on Arkadelphia Road at 8 Avenue West. Robbins was taken to UAB Hospital where he was pronounced dead at 1:53 p.m. The Birmingham Police Department is investigating the cause and circumstances surrounding the wreck.
Source:The Express Tribune
November 02, 2023 00:02 UTC
Faizabad Dharna Case
The one-of-its-kind precedence set by the Supreme Court in its Faizabad Dharna Case verdict is again in the spotlight, after review petitions filed by multiple political parties and institutions. PEMRA’s former chief’s allegations of media coverage being manipulated make the Faizabad Dharna situation of 2017 a matter of national importance. The apex court’s ongoing seriousness in hearing review petitions demonstrates its efforts to unravel the truth and make it public knowledge. The events of 2017 though are long over but this case will make strides in upholding accountability and transparency when it comes to free media. In today’s world, the way media propaganda works is no more a secret.
Source:The Nation
November 01, 2023 21:35 UTC
Fuel Dilemma
While kerosene, light diesel oil, and LPG saw marginal reductions, the glaring refusal to alleviate the financial burden imposed by petrol and HSD prices raises questions about the government’s priorities. The decision, seemingly favouring revenue generation over public welfare, underscores a lack of empathy for the economic challenges faced by citizens. Expectations were high for a substantial cut in gasoline prices, a hope shattered by the government’s failure to deliver on its promises. This decision not only exacerbates the financial strain on the populace but also reflects a deficiency in effective management of fuel price controls. In these challenging times, the government’s duty should be to ease the financial burden on its citizens, not exacerbate it.
Source:The Nation
November 01, 2023 21:20 UTC
Perry’s Production, Raddysh on PK, Prospect Talk, Calgary Trade Talk, and Other Blackhawks Bullets
Perry’s Production, Raddysh on PK, Prospect Talk, Calgary Trade Talk, and Other Blackhawks BulletsWelcome to November, Blackhawks fans! But here we are with Perry having six points in nine games after posting just 25 in 81 games in Tampa last year. Back in camp, Taylor Raddysh made a joke about the Blackhawks never using him on the penalty kill. Just a month later, Raddysh has become a staple on the PK, which ranks 7th in the NHL at 86.7% so far. He’s big, tough, and can play the right side on the back end.
Source:The Nation
November 01, 2023 19:18 UTC
Lok Mela 2023 kicks off Nov 3
This year’s Lok Mela - Pakistan’s largest folk festival - will be held from Nov 3 to Nov 12 at the National Institute of Folk and Traditional Heritage (Lok Virsa), Islamabad. The festival will showcase the richness of Pakistan’s cultural diversity, featuring provincial pavilions, shopping stalls, food stalls and musical programmes. Under the theme “Peace and Harmony through Cultural Diversity”, Lok Mela 2023 will highlight the contributions of people from diverse communities to Pakistan’s cultural identity. A large number of master craftsmen, folk artists, musicians and folk dancers from all over Pakistan are expected to participate in the festival. Lok Mela 2023 is a unique event that celebrates the rich cultural heritage of Pakistan.
Source:The Nation
November 01, 2023 18:54 UTC
Rice hub struggles to boost production
Photo: ExpressThe Bahawalnagar Rice Research Station stands as an imposing structure, equipped with ample resources, yet it has failed to introduce any new rice varieties despite being located in a region known for rice production. The research station, inaugurated in 2012 at a cost of Rs148 million, was established to develop extra-long grain rice varieties for South Punjab and provide high-quality rice seeds. It was meant to encourage modern production techniques, host seminars, and provide training to benefit farmers and the local rice industry. The owner of a local rice factory explained that Bahawalnagar houses around 200 rice factories, and its parboiled rice enjoys international recognition. The once-promising Rice Research Station, meant to lead the way in rice innovation, remains an unfulfilled promise.
Source:The Express Tribune
November 01, 2023 17:52 UTC
