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The initiative "Maryam Ki Masihaai" aims to provide medical facilities to over 5,000 children each year. Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz inaugurated the program and distributed ‘Child Surgery Cards’ to patients. If government hospitals are unable to accommodate surgeries, procedures will be conducted in private hospitals. Maryam Nawaz expressed her joy in launching the project, emphasizing that it is driven by a desire to ease the suffering of young patients. This will be Pakistan’s first such facility, providing treatment to children from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and other provinces as well. #MaryamKiMasihaai #Punjab #CM #Iniative

Gold prices in Pakistan continued their ascent on Monday, driven by global market trends. The price per tola surged by Rs1,700, hitting a new record high of Rs268,000. Similarly, 10 grams of gold increased by Rs1,458, bringing its price to Rs229,767, as reported by the All-Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Sarafa Association (APGJSA). This follows a Rs400 rise on Saturday, with the tola price reaching Rs266,300. The significant price hike underscores the ongoing volatility in gold markets and its growing appeal as a valuable investment. #GoldPrices #Pakistan #RecordHigh #GoldMarket #Investment #Jewellery

The price of donkeys in Pakistan has skyrocketed to as high as PKR 300,000, driven by surging demand from China. In China, donkey hides are highly sought after for use in cosmetics and traditional medicine. This dramatic increase in prices has led to a noticeable decline in local buyers at markets such as Karachi’s Lehari donkey market. Sellers attribute the price surge to China's expanding need for donkey hides, which are used in a range of cosmetic products and a traditional Chinese medicine known as "e jia." As demand grows, donkeys have become a valuable commodity, especially for those involved in exporting hides to meet Chinese market needs. #ChinaDemand #CosmeticIndustry #DonkeyPrices #PakistanMarket

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Payoneer, a popular online money transfer platform, has significantly increased its transaction fees for sending or receiving payments in Pakistan. The new fee structure now charges 3% of the total transaction amount, plus an additional fixed fee of $0.49 for all USD transactions, up from the previous rate of 2%. For transactions in currencies other than USD, the fixed fee varies by currency, such as 0.39 GBP, 0.45 EUR, 0.75 AUD, 0.67 CAD, and 73.76 JPY. This fee adjustment impacts payments made through debit/credit cards, as well as those received via the Request a Payment and Initiate a Payment options. This increase could have a significant impact on local freelancers who depend on Payoneer for their business transactions. #Freelancers #Pakistan #OnlinePayments #Payoneer #TransactionFees #MoneyTransfer

The National Highway Authority (NHA) plans to launch a helicopter rescue service to provide rapid medical assistance to individuals inj*ured in motorway accidents, ensuring swift help for victims. This service will complement the existing 1122 emergency helpline. The overseeing minister has also instructed the NHA to implement both short-term and long-term strategies to improve road safety. Emphasizing the need for transparency, the plan includes a comprehensive five-year action plan to enhance highways and motorways across the country. This initiative aims to strengthen emergency response capabilities and bolster overall road safety infrastructure. #MotorwayRescue #GovernmentTransparency #NHA #HelicopterRescue #RoadSafety #EmergencyServices

The federal government swiftly approved the Nawaz Sharif Cancer Hospital project, valued at nearly Rs. 53 billion, without finalizing the detailed feasibility study or business plan. Despite notable gaps in its planning, the Central Development Working Party (CDWP) gave the green light to the project. Among the approved projects, five, totalling Rs. 15.35 billion, have been sanctioned by the CDWP, while three projects worth Rs. 129 billion have been forwarded to the Executive Committee of the National Economic Council (ECNEC) for approval. #CDWPApproval #FederalGovernment #NawazSharifCancerHospital

Google has unveiled an ambitious plan to produce 500,000 Chromebooks in Pakistan by 2026. At the launch event in Islamabad, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif received the first Chromebook from Scott Beaumont, President of Google Asia Pacific. Google’s Regional Director Farhan Qureshi highlighted the initiative’s potential to boost Pakistan’s tech sector and support freelancers. PM Shehbaz praised the project, stressing the country’s IT potential and the goal of $25 billion in IT exports in the next five years. He urged a focus on IT education and government digitization. This effort underscores Google’s commitment to advancing Pakistan’s digital landscape. #PakistanTech #DigitalTransformation #Google #Chromebooks #PMShehbazSharif

Natasha Danish, the main sus_pect in the Karsaz acc_ident that claimed the lives of Imran Arif and his daughter Amna, has been pardoned by the victims' family after reaching a settlement. The tragic incident occurred on August 19, when Natasha’s speeding SUV rear-ended their motorcycle in Karachi. Despite facing charges of negligence and reckless driving, the family, led by Imran's son Osama Arif, forgave her for the sake of Allah. The family has denied any external pressure. Affidavits have been prepared for submission in court. #Justice #Forgiveness #Karachi #Incident

Hexing Electrical Group, a prominent Chinese investment firm, has shown interest in establishing Pakistan's first inverter and battery manufacturing industry. This proposed investment is poised to strengthen Pakistan's growing electronics sector, fostering technological advancements and creating new job opportunities. In a meeting with Federal Minister Abdul Aleem Khan, Chairman Liangzhang Zhou outlined Hexing Group's global footprint and their plans to set up a manufacturing facility in Pakistan. Minister Khan welcomed the initiative, emphasizing Pakistan's commitment to providing a favorable environment for foreign investors. The investment is anticipated to bring significant benefits, including job creation, increased exports, and overall economic growth. Minister Khan assured full support from relevant ministries and stakeholders to facilitate the establishment of new factories and the relocation of industries from China to Pakistan. #EconomicGrowth #ForeignInvestment #PakistanProgress