Pakistan’s default risk is very low: Ministry
Share:ISLAMABAD - The Ministry of Economic Affairs has noted that Pakistan’s risk of default is low mainly due to the revival of the International Monetary Fund’s programme, loans from multilateral and bilateral development partners and issuance of bonds in the international market. “Pakistan’s risk of default is low mainly due to the following reasons. Finally, the government is cognizant of the default risk and initiated appropriate measures like taxing the wealthy, reducing subsidies, and re-adjusting the fuel, electricity, and gas prices to reduce the burden on the exchequer. In this regard, the IMF describes the usability of debt ratios as “Debt ratios should be considered in conjunction with key economic and financial variables, in particular expected growth and interest rates, which determine their trend in medium-term scenarios”. Foregoing in view, the macroeconomic indicators in respect of Pakistan’s economy as described above are relatively better than that of Sri Lanka.
Source:The Nation
September 13, 2022 19:57 UTC
Pakistan races to keep floodwaters out of power station that supplies millions
Share:Authorities in Pakistan are scrambling to protect a vital power station supplying electricity to millions of people against a growing threat of flooding, officials said on Monday. The electricity station in the district of Dadu in the southern province of Sindh, one of the country’s worst affected areas, supplies power to six provincial districts. Troops were busy strengthening a dike built in front of the station, a visit to the site showed on Sunday. The comment followed orders from Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, reported by state broadcaster Radio Pakistan, to ensure the 500kV power station did not get flooded. "All the tents got uprooted by strong winds today, we do not know where to go.
Source:The Nation
September 13, 2022 08:06 UTC
Authorities race to keep floodwaters out of Dadu power station
The electricity station in the district of Dadu in Sindh, one of the country's worst affected areas, supplies power to six provincial districts. Troops were busy strengthening a dike built in front of the station, a visit to the site showed on Sunday. CM Murad surveys Manchar lakeSindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah also aerially surveyed Manchar lake and protective bunds. SEHWAN: Sindh CM Syed Murad Ali Shah took aerial view of #Manchhar Lake & different protective bunds. The comment followed orders from Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, reported by state broadcaster Radio Pakistan, to ensure the 500kV power station did not get flooded.
Source:The Express Tribune
September 13, 2022 06:01 UTC
Monday Musings: Jake Virtanen PTO, Good Quotes, and More
So far 12 NHL veterans have signed Professional Tryouts (PTO) with various NHL teams. The Oilers offered him a PTO and are waiting to hear if he will sign it. Virtanen was found not guilty this past July, and now he can try to revive his NHL career. He made his NHL debut the following season with the Vancouver Canucks and produced 7-6-13 in 55 games. He did play 10 NHL games, but only produced one assist.
Source:The Nation
September 13, 2022 05:11 UTC
PM says flooded nation faces food shortages
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan is grappling with food shortages after deadly floods left the agriculture belt underwater, the prime minister told the Turkish president by phone, as authorities scaled up efforts Monday to deliver food, tents and other items. Shahbaz Sharif spoke to Recep Tayyip Erdogan overnight to thank Turkey for dispatching food, tents and medicine by 12 military aircraft, four trains and Turkish Red Crescent trucks. A government statement said Sharif briefed Erdogan about the government’s relief activities and sought assistance from Turkey in overcoming the “food shortage.” Sharif also sought help from Turkey on reconstruction work in the flood-hit areas. The government, the military, UN agencies and local charities are providing food to these flood victims. Now it is in talks to import badly needed wheat and vegetables, including to people not directly affected by floods.
Source:The Nation
September 12, 2022 23:09 UTC
Kitchen Gardening: A way forward to healthy life
As the population grows world over increasing the demand of edibles, different multi-nationals and local companies have started using the modified seeds besides other additives to enhance production of fruits and vegetables. Experts believe that due to multiple pollutants and soil fertility issues, the current human diet was resulting in susceptibility to both infectious and chronic diseases. Therefore, these experts are strongly advocating promotion of kitchen gardening deeming it quite possible for people to organically nurture fruit and vegetable plants at their lawns and rooftop by using natural fertilizer, organic seeds and fresh ground water. Biological scientists say that organic-produce tends to contain good level of vitamin C and a lower level of nitrates. “Organically grown food is produced without the use of synthetic pesticides, synthetic fertilizers or sewage sludge, bioengineering, or ionizing radiation,” said National Agricultural Research Institute (NARC) Scientist Dr. Noorullah.
Source:The Nation
September 12, 2022 22:32 UTC
Monday Mailbag – What do you expect from Cody Ceci in 2022-23?
Robin Brownlee:Advertisement - Continue Reading BelowNot sure RNH needs what you call a comeback. If he plays 75-82 games he’s going to get his goals. 2) Nick asks – Will Cody Ceci continue to build on a career year, or will he regress? Advertisement - Continue Reading BelowJason Gregor:Ceci had one bad year in Toronto and many focused on it more than his other seasons. Advertisement - Continue Reading BelowRobin Brownlee:Gotta have a cold beer and a loaded up dog, no?
Source:The Nation
September 12, 2022 13:18 UTC
Nation, media should keep focus on help of flood-affected people: Marriyum
Nation, media should keep focus on help of flood-affected people: MarriyumMinister for Information and Broadcasting Marriyum Aurangzeb has said the nation and media should keep their focus on the help of flood-affected people. In a statement on Monday, she pointed out that the people are faced with difficulties due to the flood situation. She regretted that the PTI Chairman Imran Khan is doing politics on floods and wants to stoke anarchy by playing with the emotions of flood victims. The Information Minister said the PTI Chairman wants to get stopped the aid for the flood victims for his petty politics. She said Imran Khan is the same person who ran toxic campaign on the social media against the martyrs.
Source:The Nation
September 12, 2022 08:46 UTC
KMU conducts centralised test for admissions in allied health sciences
Peshawar – The Khyber Medical University Centralised Admission Test (KMU-CAT 2022) for admissions in Pharm-D, DPT, BS Nursing, and allied health sciences was held in 13 centres of the province on Sunday. The test results would be announced within 72 hours which can be viewed on KMU official website (http://cat.kmu.edu.pk). Meanwhile, Vice Chancellor KMU, Prof Dr Zia-ul-Haq said that conducting KMU-CAT for admissions in allied health sciences programmes was a big challenge for all of us. He said that participation of more than 25,000 candidates in this test is not only a sign of confidence in KMU but it is also expected to further improve the merit and quality of allied health sciences. He said that various disciplines of allied health sciences are of fundamental importance in the health delivery system.
Source:The Nation
September 12, 2022 04:11 UTC
President Alvi, PM Shahbaz honour Quaid-e-Azam on 74th death anniversary
PM Shahbaz (L), Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah, and President Arif Alvi. — APP/PTV News/AFP/FileFounder of the nation Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah's 74th death anniversary is being observed today. Taking to their social media on the occasion, President Dr Arif Alvi and Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif, among the country's other leaders and people, honoured Jinnah's contributions and selflessness. President Alvi pays rich tribute“We pay rich tribute to our founding father for his vision, unwavering commitment, untiring hard work, and charismatic leadership to in a separate homeland for the Muslims of the sub-continent,” President Alvi wrote on Twitter. "We can put the country in the right direction together with faith, unity and harmony and solve the problems of Pakistan by following the Quaid-e-Azam's principles," CM Elahi said.
Source:The Nation
September 12, 2022 03:45 UTC
PK Just A ‘Businessman’, Says Lalal Singh
Patna: In wake of Prashant Kishor’s (PK) attack on Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, JD-U national President Lalan Singh retaliated on Sunday, dismissing the political strategist as “a businessman who does not even know Bihar”. “PK is a businessman who is roaming to sell his products like a salesman. He has made no contribution in the development of Bihar in the last 17 years,” Singh said. He was taking an appointment to meet the Chief Minister and on the other hand, he is branding himself before a media person as that the Chief Minister wants to meet him,” Singh said. “He is a businessman and giving statements against me to stay in the limelight,” he had said.
Source:The Nation
September 12, 2022 02:18 UTC
CTD, intelligence agency arrest ‘TTP terrorist’ – Latest News – The Nation
KARACHI – Sindh Counter Terrorism Department (CTD) and a federal agency in a joint operation conducted late Saturday night, arrested a terrorist affiliated with a banned Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) from Metroville, SITE. According to spokesman for CTD on Sunday, the arrested terrorist identified as Muhammad Shah alias Dung, alias Talha, alias Muhammad Ali, had come to Karachi to constitute his network in the megalopolis. A pistol along with two magazines and 14 rounds were recovered from his possession. The accused was also wanted by CTD Peshawar for his involvement in heinous terrorist activities. Accused Muhammad Shah confessed his involvement in attacks on law enforcement agencies in tribal areas.
Source:The Nation
September 12, 2022 02:00 UTC
Buccaneers at Cowboys: 2022 NFL Week 1 Open Thread
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are in Dallas to take on the Cowboys to open their 2022 regular season. Tampa Bay will look to have wide receiver Chris Godwin on the field after recovering from an ACL injury he suffered last December. However, both teams will have backups along their respective offensive lines so it’ll be interesting to see how their defenses attack quarterbacks Tom Brady and Dak Prescott. Kickoff is scheduled for 8:20pm EST. Enjoy each other’s company in the comments below!
Source:The Nation
September 12, 2022 01:08 UTC
How King Charles 'subtly' talked about ex-wife Diana in first speech to nation
How King Charles 'subtly' talked about ex-wife Diana in first speech to nationKing Charles spoke fondly about family members during his first speech as the monarch. Amid his emotional speech, the 73-year-old gave a Hamlet reference, which a royal expert believes is a 'subtle' nod to ex-wife, Princess Diana. Charles wished his "darling" mama "may 'flights of Angels sing thee to thy rest"Responding to the words, broadcaster Dawn Neeson told Sky News: "Evidently that phrase is from Hamlet, talking of Diana. So I do wonder if him choosing that particular phrase was maybe a subtle mention and a nod to his late wife. In between the speech, Charles also sent love to his wife, Camilla Parker: “I count on the loving help of my darling wife, Camilla,” he said.
Source:The Nation
September 11, 2022 22:48 UTC
FSU favored in ACC opener vs. Louisville
Florida State is set to kick off conference play this Friday at 7:30 p.m., taking on the Louisville Cardinals on the road. According to DraftKings, Florida State is a two-point favorite over Louisville, with an over/under currently set at 54.5. Under head coach Mike Norvell, FSU is 0-2 vs. Louisville, having lost 48-16 in 2020 and 31-23 last season. Since 2016, Louisville is 4-2 vs. Florida State. Everything Florida State Seminoles, all the time.
Source:The Nation
September 11, 2022 17:13 UTC