by admin | Aug 25, 2025 | healthcare and medicine, illness, infectious diseases, news, public health
Released on, Aug. 19 – August 19, 2025 at 3:04 PM
The first confirmed case at the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS) in Attock was brought to Islamabad from Dubai on August 15, 2025, according to official reports.
Health officials mentioned that the individual showed signs of monkeypox when he arrived at the airport, leading basic health staff to immediately send him to the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS) for additional assessment.
On August 18, the National Institutes of Health formally verified that the individual had been infected with monkeypox, and he is now undergoing home quarantine with medical oversight to avoid additional transmission.
Monkeypox is an uncommon virus that was first identified in monkeys and subsequently emerged in West Africa following the 1970s. In the past, the majority of infections were reported within Africa, although instances have also been recorded in Europe and the United States.
Specialists explained that monkeypox transmits through direct interaction and is less infectious than COVID-19. It can spread through damaged skin, airborne particles, or exposure to the eyes, nose, or mouth.
Common signs generally emerge between 7 and 14 days after exposure, featuring symptoms such as fever, head discomfort, joint soreness, tiredness, enlarged glands, and skin eruptions that often begin on the facial area before spreading throughout the body.
The virus may also spread via unguarded sexual activity, although not every individual acquires it in this manner. Officials recommend practicing physical separation and good sanitation to reduce the chances of getting infected.
by admin | Aug 25, 2025 | indian national news, music, music and lyrics, musicians, news
Kathmandu, Aug. 19 — Veteran poet and musician Prem Binod Nandan has passed away at the age of 90. He breathed his last on Sunday night while undergoing treatment at Chitwan Medical College Teaching Hospital.
For many years, Nandan struggled with breathing problems. He joined the world of literature in 1954 through his poetry book ‘Jhataro,’ followed by numerous publications such as ‘Anjali’ (1966), ‘Sapnibata Byunjhera’ (1966), ‘Bipanika Pailaharu’ (1955), ‘Ainabhitrako Aakash’ (2006), ‘Siddharthako Grahatyag’ (2017), and ‘Patram Pushpam’ (2020).
A piece of his work was also chosen as one of the leading ten submissions in the nationwide anthem competition.
He previously held the position of chairman and consultant at Narayani Kala Mandir. Throughout his career, he has received numerous accolades, such as the Chhinnalata Geet Puraskar (1997), Chisap Prativa Puraskar (1995), Chisap Krishna Kumari Gurung Puraskar (2007), Narayani Pragya Puraskar (2021), and Rastriya Srasta Samman (2020).
by admin | Aug 25, 2025 | indian national news, news, politics, politics and government, politics and law
Dhaka, Aug. 19 — The National Citizen Party (NCP) has expelled its Joint Member Secretary, Mahin Sarkar, on charges of violating party discipline.
The decision was taken at the directive of the party’s Convener Nahid Islam and Member Secretary Akhtar Hossain, said an NCP press release issued on Monday.
As per the announcement, the deportation decree becomes effective immediately and will stay in place indefinitely.
Inside sources mentioned that Mahin Sarkar has declared his intention to run for the position of General Secretary (GS) in the forthcoming Dhaka University Central Students’ Union (DUCSU) elections, as part of the group headed by Jamaluddin Muhammad Khalid, who serves as the convenor of the Swadhin Bangladesh Chhatra Sangsad.
The NCP leadership described his move as a serious breach of organizational discipline and took prompt action against him.
by admin | Aug 24, 2025 | business, government, internet access, news, politics
Released on, Aug. 19 — August 19, 2025 at 3:56 PM
Quetta – For the last two weeks, mobile internet access has been cut off throughout Balochistan, leading to significant challenges for students, independent workers, and e-commerce ventures. This interruption keeps affecting everyday activities, with no complete recovery expected yet.
As per local officials, the shutdown has been implemented because of safety issues and will continue until August 31. Authorities state that this action was taken to maintain public peace in critical regions of the province.
Residents highlight significant difficulties, particularly for students who cannot participate in virtual lessons, as well as independent workers whose income relies on consistent internet connectivity. Numerous individuals have urged the authorities to provide different options or limited recovery of services.
The Balochistan High Court has acknowledged the matter and instructed officials to review the complete prohibition. The judiciary has mandated the resumption of internet access in regions without any security risk, seeking to achieve harmony between safety measures and user accessibility.
Even though the court has issued instructions, complete internet connectivity is still not available across most areas of the province, resulting in numerous people being cut off from digital resources. Those impacted are calling on officials to take immediate action and explore localized approaches rather than implementing broad-scale restrictions.
by admin | Aug 24, 2025 | cybersecurity, news, news media, politics, security
Released on, Aug. 19 – August 19, 2025 at 7:00 AM
Be mindful! A small device in the user’s hand has the power to shape their thoughts or ideas subtly, often going unnoticed. This could be considered an unsettling result of dependency on online services readily accessible via smartphones, tablets, and computers. The continuous flow of information appearing on these devices, lacking proper oversight and verification, fosters distorted stories.
Extremist groups and troublemakers have found it simpler to connect with their intended audiences via unrestricted online platforms. Since Pakistan is currently facing terrorism from multiple sources, the existence of prohibited entities within digital spaces demands stringent preventive actions.
Careful inquiries into terror incidents have uncovered surprising insights about how online services are being exploited by groups opposing the government. Individuals responsible for notable attacks can easily exchange information and plan actions against the country without detection, largely due to significant inconsistencies within national digital systems.
It’s encouraging to see the federal government showing commitment to address these shortcomings through specific actions. Recent reports about discussions among federal officials regarding this critical matter highlight the strong determination of the state to take control over the unrestricted online freedom enjoyed by outlawed extremist organizations. The recent suspension of over 850 social media profiles linked to prohibited groups marks the start of a carefully planned effort aimed at electronically isolating terrorists and those who support them.
A rising tide of terror in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan appears to be deliberately targeting the authority of the government, using a dangerous mix of brutal assaults and destructive propaganda spread via widely accessible social media networks. As per official statements, the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has restricted numerous online profiles managed by extremist militant organizations such as the outlawed TTP, BLA, and BLF.
Interestingly, social media sites designed for public benefit and rapid information exchange are being exploited by extremists and rebels without facing any consequences. The unchecked abuse of online spaces is increasingly endangering people’s safety, societal stability, and local tranquility. Frequent terror strikes within Pakistan targeting police departments, military personnel, ordinary citizens, and international workers involved in development initiatives clearly show harmful involvement from both nearby and distant entities.
The core position of Pakistan regarding the participation of Indian state entities in transboundary terrorism support relies on concrete and reliable evidence, particularly the admissions made by Khambhushan Jhadav. The deliberate disruption of CPEC orchestrated by India-backed militant organizations could potentially trigger broader regional conflicts. It is surprising that the overt misuse of social media platforms (such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, and WhatsApp) has not triggered any warning signals within the headquarters of the high-tech companies behind these services.
Pakistan has appropriately brought up this delicate matter with the platform administrators, as the extent of abuse and the influence of extremist groups among their supporters is highly concerning. The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) and the National Center for Cyber Crime Investigations (NCCIA) have identified 533 accounts, which boast over 2 million followers, engaged in supporting terrorism, spreading subversive messages, inciting ethnic conflict, and promoting religious radicalism.
Social media platform owners can no longer ignore these obvious violations. Recent discussions between tech officials and Pakistani government representatives focused particularly on implementing strong corrective actions to break this pattern of neglect. The seriousness of this issue requires greater structured collaboration between governmental bodies and digital platform administrators.
The only alternative left is the prohibition of extremist accounts and mandatory disclosure of necessary information to government agencies by platform administrators. The government needs to make sure that theoretical discussions regarding free speech and human rights are no longer exploited by Indian intermediaries to hide the evident misuse of online platforms by terrorist organizations. Any hesitation or lack of response from company management cannot be accepted by regulatory bodies. The lives lost due to terrorism hold greater importance and sacredness compared to the questionable priorities of major technology corporations, which have previously demonstrated unacceptable failure in identifying illegal actions carried out by outlawed militant groups.
by admin | Aug 22, 2025 | disaster management, disasters, emergency management, news, search and rescue
Released on, Aug. 19 — August 19, 2025 at 3:49 PM
The Federal Information Minister, Atta Tarar, stated that Pakistan has initiated a synchronized nationwide approach involving all provinces, pertinent organizations, and the military to address the extreme floods resulting from monsoon rainfall. The administration has implemented an integrated plan to handle the crisis effectively and safeguard people.
At a media conference held in Islamabad, NDMA Chief Lieutenant General Inam Haider Malik and DG ISPR Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry stated that search and rescue crews have successfully rescued approximately 25,000 individuals up to now. Updates are being continuously provided to all relevant parties to ensure efficient coordination of aid efforts.
The head of the NDMA mentioned that their official website regularly updates information regarding rainfalls, flood damages, and losses. To date, monsoon-related storms, sudden downpours, landfills, and flooding in northern regions have resulted in almost 670 deaths, with approximately 1,000 people wounded nationwide.
General Inam Haider mentioned that some of the people who were once unaccounted for have now been located, although regrettably, many did not make it. Ongoing rescue efforts involve the military and emergency personnel collaborating to conduct thorough searches and recoveries in the impacted regions.
Assistance initiatives involve supplying food, medical aid, and necessary items to those who have been forced to leave their homes. More than half of the destroyed infrastructure has been fixed, with key roads and expressways currently under repair and scheduled to be completely open again next week.
Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry stated that the military has sent eight groups to Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Gilgit-Baltistan as part of relief efforts. To date, more than 6,300 individuals have been treated at nine health centers, while food supplies and assistance are being provided in isolated areas with help from the PTA and army construction teams.
Authorities stated that assessments to determine the total extent of damage will start shortly, with findings made available to the public. They advised residents to adhere to safety protocols as search and recovery efforts proceed in regions affected by flooding.
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