All across the globe, serious safety measures are being taken to stop the spread of coronavirus pandemic. As the numbers of cases are increasing on a daily basis, countries are taking preventing measures and announcing lockdowns.
Just like so, Pakistan is also taking such steps to help its people. From closing down schools, offices, restaurants and all other public places, people have now started taking this disease seriously.
NADRA takes safety measures
Amid the coronavirus outbreak, the National Database & Registration Authority (NADRA) has suspended the renewal process of national identity cards until further notice.
According to sources, it is said that 90,000 people visit NADRA offices daily for the purpose of card renewal out of which, 50,000 people have expired CNICs. The reported number means that it would only increase the risk of the spread of coronavirus.
Image Source: News Lens Pakistan
Moreover, considering the on-going situation, NADRA has also decided to extend the expiration dates of CNIC that are expiring between September 1, 2019 and June 30, 2020. As per the changes and notification, the new expiration date of these cards will now be July 1, 2020.
This is indeed a good step taken by NADRA. What are your thoughts on this? Let us know in the comments below.
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Prime Minister Imran Khan addressed the nation on Tuesday regarding the Coronavirus Pandemic that is now spreading through Pakistan. Currently, the total number of people diagnosed with Coronavirus in Pakistan is 237.
PM Khan reassured the people in his speech and spoke about the measures to be taken in order to battle COVID-19. He further asked the nation to unite as one to fight the ‘war’ against coronavirus. He urged the people and added,
“We have to win this war as a nation”
Here are the Main Highlights from PM Imran Khan’s Speech:
1. Take Precautions Instead Of Panicking
The prime minister mentioned he was “seeing a state of panic” emerging among the people but he, instead, asked everyone to take precautions. He urged the public not to attend large gatherings of more than 40 people, avoid gatherings in closed rooms. He also asked all those arriving from abroad to practice self-isolation. Finally he asked everyone to take care of their personal hygiene and to avoid shaking hands.
PM Imran Khan also asked to lessen the burden on healthcare facilities and not rush to get tested if they experience a minor cold.
2. No Lockdown
Instead of following the western countries who have stronger economies than ours, he mentioned we would be taking different precautions. He further mentioned :
“Our economic situation is very fragile. We cannot lock down the country like these countries, if we lock down our cities, what will happen to the poor? Here, the people will die of hunger.”
Instead of a complete lockdown, public gatherings were banned and educational institutions were closed down in order to try to curb the spread of the virus.
3. National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA)
PM Imran Khan spoke about the activation of the National Disaster Management Authority that will be working on COVID-19. The government has provided funds to the NDMA and tasked it with importing all the necessary medical equipment from abroad which also includes ventilators. Moreover, another core committee of health experts is monitoring other countries affected by the pandemic and their responses and then advising the Pakistani government.
4. Control on Inflation
The PM mentioned that various committees have been set up to fight coronavirus. One such authority will be keeping control on food inflation that could take place in the country due to the virus.
“I fear that an attempt will be made to cause inflation as was done by hoarding sugar and wheat stocks.”
Imran Khan said strict action would be taken by the government against people who will hoard the necessary food items. He further added,
“The state will act against you and punish you if somebody tries to take advantage of people’s difficulties again.”
5. Economic Crunch
Khan further predicted that the export industry such as textiles and businesses will face the biggest impact due to the virus. Businesses such as local shopping markets, wedding halls and malls will be closed down for the next two weeks and would be incurring great losses. Keeping all this in mind, he would be approaching the International Monetary Fund in order to give relief to various industries and exporters.
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The global outbreak of the Coronavirus pandemic has unexpectedly paralyzed economies and has put the world economic system into an unprecedented situation.
As of now (17th March 2020) there have been 212 positive cases in Pakistan so far, however, the tally is still increasing.
The virus has had most of the organizations in the country incubated towards the agility model. More than 60 companies announced work from home for its employees on Tuesday to avoid the spread of this deadly virus.
However, the lists do not mention a single financial institution (bank) as all banks are open to serve as usual.
Recently a Twitter handle was applauded JS Bank for encouraging its customers to bank from home and #JSBankcares and #bankfromhome made it to the top twitter trend!
The fastest-growing bank announced that it urges all its customers to Bank from home and waived all charges on the Internet, Mobile and ATM banking.
In the hour of need where safety and hygiene are of prime importance, JS Bank is encouraging all its customers to socially distance themselves and avoid visiting branches to curb the spread of the deadly virus.
JS Bank communicated the good news through its social media assets. This is something we should learn from and push our organizations to move towards a customer-centric approach rather than an organization-centric approach.
Affordable and premium quality smartphones are a rarity in today’s age. Though, one of the leading smartphone brand, Infinix has managed to add that premium touch to smartphones and that too in an amazing range.
Infinix has a history to surprise us by revamping the camera game always as seen in S5 launched last year with an in display punch-hole selfie camera. Following the tradition Infinix has recently launched S5 Pro in India, it is one of the economical phones in the world to offer a 40 MP pop-up selfie camera setup. The latest addition is expected to go on sale in Pakistan too.
The qualities of cameras installed in smart phones is the first thing that comes into our mind. The big focus of Infinix S5 pro is the motorized pop-up hidden selfie camera that is 40 MP with industry’s highest pixel, offering appreciable brilliant camera experience with the highest quality.
It allows for higher screen-to-body ratios; with a futuristic vibe and give users concerned with privacy peace of mind, as the front-facing camera isn’t staring at them the whole time. Not just that, it will be also featuring a spectacular 48MP triple camera at the back to take stunning photos at any time.
Infinix surely is setting a new benchmark by giving such holistic camera experience in one device.
To sum it, if we view the features together, phone does offer a lot. When looking at the features of a phone, one has to make a checklist: Memory, Ram, Camera (picture and video framing), weight and design.
With the S5 Pro camera you can create high quality videos, keep it in your phone all thanks to the 128GB memory and you can even edit with the right software as Infinix’s 6GB RAM will allow your phone to operate at high capacity. The RAM, vivid screen colors and large sized screen also come in handy when you want to play the latest games.
Reliable sources tell us that the price of Infinix S5 Pro would be around 24k – 26K. This perhaps means that Infinix S5 would be the most affordable pop-up selfie camera phone. Having this pop-up camera adds a lot of value to any handset.
Infinix S5 pro takes a leap forward in terms of resolution and zoom. Stay on top of your games, streams, and social media download speeds. Premium, pocketable and packed with all the features you need to level up your photography and power you through the day.
KARACHI: This week, Karachi likely to expect heavy rainfall as predicted by the Pakistan Meteorological Department. They also said that the rain would highly be under the influence of fresh westerly wave from Iran, according to ARY News.
However, the rain is expected countrywide. Sindh is likely to receive above-normal rainfall, while the temperature will remain normal in upper Sindh, and slightly warmer in lower parts in March.
If you love the rain, then here’s a good news for you! According to ARY News, the Met Office has predicted wind and thunderstorms across the country from Thursday till Saturday. Let us tell you, there’s lots of rain expected this week!
Sad news for PSL fans!
However, for all the Pakistan Super League (PSL) fans, this might but yes, the rains might influence the PSL matches that are scheduled for Thursday, Friday and Saturday, can end up being called-off! Oops!
Moreover, lower Sindh including Karachi is expected to have dusty winds and light showers on Thursday and Friday as predicted by Pakistan Meteorological Department.
Source: Dawn.com
Cities and districts that are likely to experience rain with wind-thunderstorm
People living in all districts of KPK, Kashmir, Gilgit-Baltistan, Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Attock, Jhelum, Chakwal, Mianwali, Sargodha, Khushab, Bhakkar, Faisalabad, Jhang, Toba Tek Singh, Sheikhupura, Lahore, Gujranwala, Sialkot, Gujrat, Hafizabad and Narowal districts are expected to experience rain with wind-thunderstorm from Wednesday to Saturday, weather forecast said.
Cities and districts that are likely to experience rain with dust-thunderstorm
People living in areas such as Quetta, Zhob, Pashin, Harnai, Ziarat, Dera Ghazi Khan, Multan, Khanewal, Sahiwal, Okara, Bahawalpur, Bahawalnagar, Khanpur, Rahim Yar Khan, Sukkur, Jacobabad and Larkana districts from Wednesday to Thursday.
Heavy rain with intermittent thundershowers (with hailstorm)
People living in areas such as Dir, Swat, Shangla, Buner, Mansehra, Abbottabad, Peshawar, Mardan, Nowshera, Charsadda, Swabi, Kohat, Islamabad and Rawalpindi, Attock, Chakwal, Jhelum, Gujranwala, Lahore, Faisalabad, Sargodha and Kashmir districts should expect rain with rain intermittent thundershowers (with hailstorm) on Thursday and Friday.
Source: Pakistan Today
The met office has also issued a warning!
Some cities of Pakistan are expected to experience urban flooding. These cities include Peshawar, Islamabad and Rawalpindi, Gujranwala, Faisalabad, Sargodha, and Lahore.
Moreover, flash flooding and landslides are expected in underdeveloped areas of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Gilgit-Baltistan, Kashmir, Rawalpindi and Islamabad.
We would request everyone to be safe and avoid going out especially if their area is likely to be affected by heavy rain.
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Every crisis is an opportunity. As Pakistan and the rest of the global community gear up its response to the Corona pandemic, we must look at ourselves and ask what we can contribute as businesses and individuals. We must also look closer at the role technology can play in our response at this crucial time.
In a country with a dearth of doctors, nurses and other healthcare professionals staring at a potential lockdown, the state, and the private sector must look into options for remote technology-based solutions available with telemedicine platforms across the country.
doctHERs is a pioneer in this domain and it has been advocating for the usage of telemedicine since its early introduction in Pakistan had successfully tested its implementation at scale over the last few years with over 1 million test cases just last year.
We are a company that primarily believes in standing for those who can’t for themselves. Therefore, we would like to especially highlight the plight of the blue-collar worker and marginalized members of our community at large during this pandemic.
At our sister concern, Naya Jeevan, an insurance brokerage firm, the majority of our portfolio consists of people who were never insured before. This is in line with our strategic mission to enlarge the total pool of insured lives which still lags at a meager 1% of the 220 million-strong population.
Our policyholders who are spread across the country include third party staff, distribution & sales reps, waiters, facilities management personnel, fuel station attendants, etc. We are happy to share that we are now providing cover for Corona related illnesses to all our policyholders in partnership with our underwriting partners.
If you are a business or an individual and would like to avail consultancy services (hygiene cards, compliance advisory on health & safety), tech-based awareness, health screenings, telemedicine services, employee outreach or a dedicated health helpline, please do not hesitate to reach out to us at covid19@docthers.com.
Together, we rise.
Khaqan Sikander – CEO Naya Jeevan & doctHERs
About Khaqan Sikander:
Khaqan, has been fortunate enough to work in conflict zones, live in refugee camps, survive a war, travel the world, manage nationally televised crises, start a company and write a book. He brings over a decade of professional experience of strategy, operations, entrepreneurship, business development, communications and marketing to his role as the CEO of Naya Jeevan and doctHERs. Previously, he was serving as the GM and Member Board of Directors (Healthcare) at the Aman Foundation.
According to ARY News, Amid coronavirus threat, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Tuesday has postponed Pakistan Super League (PSL) season 5.
Moreover, the PCB also said that the knockout matches of PSL are scheduled to be played in Lahore today and the final to be played tomorrow, will be rescheduled.
Here’s their official tweet
IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT#HBLPSLV postponed, to be rescheduled. More details to follow in due course.
So far, 184 cases have been reported in Pakistan and the number of cases are predicted to increase over time.
UPDATE (13th March, 2020):
The Pakistan Cricket Board has rescheduled the remaining matches of the HBL Pakistan Super League 2020 by replacing the playoffs with semi-finals on 17 March and the final on 18 March.
The decision means the HBL Pakistan Super League 2020 will be reduced by four days and there will now be 33 matches as opposed to 34.
The final will be played on 18 March and will start at 7pm according to the new schedule.
Revised Schedule Revised Schedule:
13 Mar – Peshawar Zalmi v Multan Sultans, National Stadium (8pm-11.15pm). Rashid Riaz and Michael Gough (on-field), Ahsan Raza (third umpire), Faisal Khan Afridi (fourth umpire), Roshan Mahanama (match referee)
14 Mar – Karachi Kings v Islamabad United, National Stadium (7pm-10.15pm). Ahsan Raza and Michael Gough (on-field), Rashid Riaz (third umpire), Faisal Khan Afridi (fourth umpire), Roshan Mahanama (match referee)
15 Mar – Multan Sultans v Lahore Qalandars, Gaddafi Stadium (2pm-5.15pm). Shozab Raza and Aleem Dar (on-field), Asif Yaqoob (third umpire), Nasir Hussain (fourth umpire), Mohammad Anees (match referee); Quetta Gladiators v Karachi Kings, National Stadium (7pm-10.15pm). Rashid Riaz and Michael Gough (on-field), Ahsan Raza (third umpire), Faisal Khan Afridi (fourth umpire), Roshan Mahanama (match referee)
17 Mar – 1st semi-final (1 v 4) (2pm-5.15pm); 2nd semi-final (2 v 3) (7pm-10.15pm) (both matches at Gaddafi Stadium)
18 Mar – Final, Gaddafi Stadium (7pm-10.15pm)
Pakistan Super League’s (PSL) fifth edition is currently taking place in Karachi and previously, officials had announced that everyone attending the matches in the city must be screened for the deadly coronavirus before entering the National Stadium Karachi.
Sindh government confirmed that the PSL matches will be held on the scheduled dates and time and no changes will take place.
Initially, the decision of screening each individual was taken as a precautionary measure by the government. Other measures included the availability of hand sanitizers within the stadium.
Sindh government had given clearance to Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) assuring them that the situation is under control.
Coronavirus update: PSL Matches To Take Place Behind Closed Doors
According to Geo News, Murtaza Wahab, Advisor to the Chief Minister on Law tweeted on Thursday, that all PSL 2020 matches in Karachi will be held without any crowd, which means, no crowd will be allowed to enter the stadium.
Here’s what Senator Murtaza Wahab had tweeted
“#SindhGovt has decided that the remaining matches of PSL in Karachi will take place without any crowd. This decision has been made after consultation with all stakeholders including the Pakistan Cricket Board.”
#SindhGovt has decided that the remaining matches of PSL in Karachi will take place without any crowd. This decision has been made after consultation with all stakeholders including the Pakistan Cricket Board.
The PCB in a press release, in-line with the Sindh government’s decision said, “The decision will be enforced from Friday, 13 March, while for the Thursday, 12 March, fixture, the PCB and the Sindh Government have strongly advised the spectators to continue to take all necessary precautionary measures.”
“Health and safety are paramount and takes precedence over cricket,” said PCB Chief Executive Wasim Khan.
“We empathize with the Karachi fans who have been outstanding with their support in the earlier matches and during the hosting of eight PSL matches last year.”
PSL Tickets to be refunded
The PCB also said that the tickets for these matches will be refunded through TCS and yayvo as per the ticketing policy.
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According to The News (International), a man in Karachi was arrested by the authorities for selling fake coronavirus vaccines as the number of cases in the city tripled on Monday.
The suspect was apparently operating a clinic as a doctor in the Defence area. He further provided vaccines for the deadly virus. The case is registered at the Defence Police station.
There are no vaccines officially out for the COVID-19. Citizens are advised to not believe the scammers. Around the globe, scientists are running tests to come up with a vaccine that can kill the virus efficiently.
World Health Organization (WHO), and the Centers for Disease Control and Protection have been running campaigns to suggest people around the globe to wash their hands and clean surfaces that are touched quite frequently.
Source: Express Tribune
As if of now, 184 cases have come forward in Pakistan with 25 cases from Karachi.
Identify Your Symptoms
We spoke to Dr. Bushra Jamil, Professor of Infectious Diseases and Internal Medicine at Aga Khan University Hospital(AKUH) and President, Medical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases Society of Pakistan regarding the virus and here’s what she had to say:
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Yes, he’s back with a bang! The world-renowned and famous singer Mr. Taher Shah announces his return with another masterpiece song video, which will soon be released 3rd April 2020! Previously, the song was supposed to be released on 14th March. Moreover, if you haven’t listened to his songs or watched his videos, you haven’t lived yet!
Mr. Taher Shah’s songs have gone viral worldwide and he has gained recognition in no time! His viral songs have truly made him a legend!
Check out the songs below!
“Eye To Eye” song video 2013 “Angel” song video 2016 “Humanity Love” video Message 2016
The creator of the above-mentioned famous works has said about the upcoming new video song ‘First Look’ that will be a new gift for his worldwide admirers.
The new coronavirus disease, COVID-19, has moved from epidemic to pandemic. But, what does that mean?
We broke down the difference between the two so it’s easier for you to comprehend what the two are.
What is an epidemic?
An epidemic is an outbreak of a disease that circulates rapidly and affects numerous individuals at the same time.
An outbreak occurs when there is a sudden boost in the number of cases of a disease. It commonly interprets an increase that was not foreseen. An outbreak can occur in a community, geographical area or several countries.
Epidemic is often used extensively to describe any crisis that has grown out of control. During an epidemic, the disease is actively spreading.
Image Source/ Economist
A few examples of epidemics include:
1. The Zika virus outbreak that occurred in 2016 and 2017. Zika is spread by mosquitoes in tropical areas and in travelers returning from those areas.
2. The Ebola outbreak that occurred in 2014 to 2016 in West Africa was the largest outbreak of the disease, the World Health Organization reports.
3. The severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS) virus that spread in Asia beginning in 2003 was an epidemic. SARS is part of the coronavirus family of diseases.
What is a Pandemic?
A pandemic is a type of epidemic that pertains to geographic spread and describes a disease that influences a whole country or the whole world.
An epidemic becomes a pandemic when it spreads over substantial geographical areas and affects a huge percent of the nation.
In short, a pandemic is an epidemic on a national or global level.
Image Source/ The Guardian
Below are the examples of pandemics:
1. The Spanish flu (H1N1 virus) of 1918. (Fans of the “Twilight” series may recall that Edward Cullen nearly died during the Spanish influenza pandemic.)
About 500 million people were sick from the Spanish flu. A total of 50 million people or more died from it around the globe.
2. In 1968, there was a pandemic caused by an influenza A (H3N2) virus that killed a million people worldwide, encompassing 100,000 in the U.S.
There have been additional flu pandemics in the past century, including the H1N1 pandemic in 2009. Although the WHO declared openly an end to the H1N1 pandemic in August 2010, the virus still circulates seasonally during flu season.
In this global pandemic, we request you to take drastic measures when comes down to your safety and take precautions.
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With the aim of transforming mobile photography, TECNO a leading smartphone brand has refreshed its camera-centric lineup of Camon series with Camon15.
The brand endeavoring to change the dynamics of night photography has introduced a night shot feature, which can capture a perfect and lucid snapshot even in low-intensity light.
TECNO has come up with an exciting ultra-night challenge and invited famous KOLs like Anum Hakeem, Guddu Shani, and Bilal Munir (VideoWaliSarkar) to try taking pictures in dark.
All the celebrities were highly enthusiastic to take part in the challenge and to test the clarity of the Camon 15 night-mode feature. Anum Hakeem aka ‘a girl with a green passport’, tested camera results at one of the adventure sites.
Similarly, Guddu and Bilal captured a perfect shot with Camon 15 in dark and were surprised by the amazing results. The celebrities made a shout out and further the challenge to TECNO fans to get a chance to win all-new Camon 15.
Previously, TECNO gave “ultra-high challenge” to celebrities like Saboor Aly, Mariyam Nafees, and Ukhano to test the picture quality and resolution of a picture taken from the highest altitude. The challenge is already making rounds on social media and TECNO is receiving appreciation at all ends.
TECNO’s Camon series is still in vogue, due to its camera-centric features other superb specs.
TECNO is raising the bar of its quality and services with every passing day. TECNO fans are excited about the new product launch with an exclusive 48-megapixel Quad rear camera. It is anticipated that Camon 15 is surely a valued addition to the realm of night photography.
After a successful pre-order phase, Huawei has launched the HUAWEI Y7p in Pakistan. The smartphone went on pre-orders last week to much public aplomb as people wanted to try out the HUAWEI AppGallery – the default app marketplace on the HUAWEI Y7p.
It offers remarkable features for a price of PKR 28,999/- and is quite a steal with its 48MP Triple AI Camera, 6.39” FHD+ Punch FullView Display, 4GB RAM and 64GB Memory among many other features.
Touted as a smartphone for the New Age, this game changing mid-ranger comes with HUAWEI AppGallery which is available in more than 170 countries and attracts more than 400 million monthly active users across the world. Building on its popularity, the phone is also a photography marvel in its price point.
The 48MP Triple AI Camera that includes an 8MP Ultra Wide Camera and a 2MP Depth Assist Camera promises one of the best photographic experiences – with true 48MP photography, 120-degree wide angle photos and videos and spectacular Bokeh imagery.
When it comes to design, the HUAWEI Y7p is breathtakingly beautiful. Be it Aurora Blue or Midnight Black – the eye catching aesthetics are surely a class apart. The display is yet another winning aspect of the device with a 6.39” FHD+ Punch FullView Display. The 8MP AI Front Camera is embedded in the screen as a punch hole, taking stunning HDR quality selfies.
On the inside, the phone is powered by a Kirin 710F Octa-core processor that is supported by a 4GB RAM and 64GB memory. The memory can be jacked up to 512GB with a microSD card, giving you space to store more of your photos, videos and apps! While the smartphone gives a powerful performance, it is also built to last – with a 4,000 mAh battery that juices out an efficient usage.
The software is also fluid as the EMUI 9.1 based on Android 9 offers a smooth experience and app management. The device also features system-level optimizations, such as EROFS along with a Full Scene Acceleration technology for better app experiences.
Thanks to these features, the HUAWEI Y7p is easily one of the best choices in today’s wide range of smartphones. Not only do you get a stylish looking smartphone, but you can also enjoy a powerful camera, long-lasting solid performance and smart features that enhance your experience even further, all at a price that won’t break the bank.
Over the last few months, the COVID-19 coronavirus has rapidly spread around the globe. Around 170,000 people across the world have now been infected with the coronavirus and over 6,500 have deceased.
From Italy to France and Spain to the UK, countries are now going in a lockdown due to the virus. It appears that the entire world is facing a recession and from airports to cinema halls and other public gatherings are discouraged.
After China managed to get a handle on its sudden outburst, other regions were blindsided by huge epidemics – nearly 25,000 people have fallen prey to the virus in Italy, around 14,000 in Iran, 8,000 in Spain and more than 5,000 apiece in Germany and France which a high number altogether.
However, the scientists from the University of Queensland Centre for Clinical Research claim that the antidote for the virus is apparent, thanks to two existing drugs.
Image source: BBC News
The drugs, called Chloroquine and Lopinavir, are presently used to treat malaria and HIV respectively but could be used to treat victims of coronavirus.
According to Professor David Paterson, who is overseeing the research, the drugs have already been exhibited to wipe out the virus in test tubes.
Common side effects of the cure may include muscle problems, loss of appetite and diarrhea.
Professor Paterson also explained positive experiences in the fight against coronavirus have already been recorded overseas, referring to China and Singapore.
Source/ Daily Mail
His research team is optimistic and they can begin getting the drugs to sufferers in a very safe way on home soil.
In February 2020, Chinese medics inferred the drug may be safe and effective in dealing with coronavirus induced pneumonia.
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In a crucial time, where Coronavirus pandemic has countries on lock-down, citizens in quarantine, and thousands trapped at the border, young doctors and scientists have dedicated themselves to finding a solution.
Pakistan is also striving to do their part to help curb the virus and help the masses. The scientists at NUST Atta-ur-Rahman School of Applied Biosciences (ASAB) have successfully established Molecular Diagnostic Assays for the detection of Novel Coronavirus.
This was done in collaboration with Wuhan Institute of Virology China, DZIF Germany, Columbia University USA and Armed Forces Institute of Pathology (AFIP) Rawalpindi.
Associate Professor Dr Aneela Javed and Assistant Professor Dr Ali Zohaib from NUST ASAB are the brilliant minds that have made this possible.
According to the institute’s official website, these indigenous established assays are robust, sensitive to the target, and would soon be available at 1/4th the price of imported ones.
The duo had been working on establishment of these assays for diagnosis of the pandemic the country is bracing itself for.
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Pakistani musician, Ali Zafar is again making rounds on social media. This time around, Zafar sat down to record his own version of ‘Ko Ko Korina’ to spread awareness regarding the deadly COVID-19.
The clip was shared on Zafar’s Twitter, Facebook, and Youtube on the 15th of March following the hashtag #bhaeehazirhai
However, social media backlashed on the star assuming he was making a mockery out of a very serious health situation around the globe. Others, however, appreciated the revamped version of the song.
As if for now, 94 cases have been reported in Pakistan, according to Dawn News. Al Jazeera has reported, According to the WHO the number of people affected by the virus has surpassed 132,000.
However, World meter currently displays 173,023 people affected around the globe.
Ali zafar is no doubt a talented artist, he's famous and stuff but he really wants to be highlighted in news in every matter. Like come on brother, you're a celebrity, grow up, act like one, spread awareness for coronavirus, don't become one. https://t.co/S2N834hDX3
In an effort to stop him from creating cringe-ass content, can we just start giving him attention? You don't give him attention for two minutes and he loses his shit. https://t.co/PJ0sZlUDIR
On 16th March, Dawn confirmed 94 cases of coronavirus in Pakistan. The pandemic has been spreading across the globe like wildfire.
Pakistan’s National Security Committee’s (NSC) meeting was held on the 13th of March chaired by Prime Minister Imran Khan. The council comprised of top officials and military leaders to discuss the alarming health situation.
“While there is a need for caution, there is no need for panic,” Khan advised. It is the government’s foremost priority that the entire country takes precautionary measures and basic hygiene must be taken into consideration. Khan emphasized that he is“personally overseeing measures to deal with Covid-19.”
The government of Pakistan has taken many steps to contain the virus that include:
Educational institutes, both private and public sector including schools, colleges, universities and also madrassas will remain across the country until 5th April 2020.
Source: India Today
Pakistani citizens will not be allowed to visit the Sikh shrine in Kartarpur while Indians citizens are still permitted to visit.
Source: NewsKarnatka
3. Increased screening and surveillance measures at seaports and airports. The departure of International Flights has been limited to only three points that are Lahore, Islamabad, and Karachi.
Source: Arab News Pk
4. Pakistan Super League (PSL) is taking place but without spectators. Large conferences and public gatherings have been banned, effective immediately.
Source: The Statesman
5. In the coming weeks and months, food shortage will be taken into consideration and a security plan will be set up.
Source: Geo.TV
6. National Coordination Committee for Covid-19 has been established to take necessary measures on a day to day basis. Relevant stakeholders and all provinces will be ruled by the committee.
Source: ARY News
7. Curative actions will be lead by National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) to coordinate with district and provincial authorities to take necessary measures.
Source: UrduPoint
8. All Pakistani pilgrims arriving from Iran will be placed in a 14-day quarantine.
Source: Tehran Times
9. Borders connecting from both Afghanistan and Iran have been sealed. Travelers and trade will be banned for a while to stop the pandemic, coronavirus.
Source: ARY News
10. No visitors will be allowed in jails for up to three weeks. Chief Justice of the Supreme Court and provincial high courts have requested proceedings to stop for the time being.
Source: Express Tribune
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Hyundai-Nishat has started campaigns for the upcoming Hyundai Tucson compact SUV in Pakistan.
This means that the official launch of the Tucson is just around the corner! Furthermore, the automotive brand had put the SUV on display at the Pakistan Auto Show (PAPS) 2020 as a rival to KIA Sportage and likes.
With the slogan ‘Prepare for arrival’ Hyundai will launch the SUV in Pakistan very soon.
In Pakistan, the Hyundai Tucson will be different from the global variant. It will come equipped with a 2.0-liter petrol engine that produces 155 hp of power and 192 Nm of peak torque.
Moreover, Hyundai has not revealed whether it will come equipped with a 6-speed automatic or a 7-speed DCT. But, it will have an all-wheel-drive system on offer.
Dec 21, 2017:
The recent Automobile Policy announced by the government has attracted various international companies have shown interest in setting up their production plants across Pakistan.
This new policy has various benefits, new investors can also enjoy reduced taxes and cheaper import costs of parts.
A few weeks ago, Hyundai announced that they will be launching four new models in Pakistan. At the inauguration ceremony that was held yesterday 20th of December, the company announced the first 3 models to be launched in the country.
The first three models that will be launched in Pakistan by Hyundai – Nishat are:
Tucson
H-1 Van
H-100 Pickup
Out of the three models, the Hyundai Tucson is set to become the first car to be launched in Pakistan in 2018. The Tucson is a compact crossover SUV produced by the South Korean manufacturer Hyundai since 2004.
Hyundai – Nishat has signed an agreement with the Ministry of Industries and Production under the Automotive Development Policy 2016-21.
The new agreement will allow them to assemble and sell passenger and around 1,000 commercial vehicles in Pakistan, this information has been quoted by the Nishat Mills Limited.
Pakistani drama, Ehd-e-Wafa came to an end yesterday and the public is not ready to get over it yet! The journey of four friends from different backgrounds through college-life to grown-up adults was a treat to watch and a much-needed breather from the average seas-bahu sagas on our screens.
The bumper episode aired last night and the heart-wrenching finale was trending across social media with Twitterati sharing their views!
We were reminded about the bravery of our men in uniforms at the border, to the numerous sacrifices they make for the nation.
Pretty sure the entire Pakistani population watching the episode was ecstatic to have a happy ending after watching Ahad Raza Mir fighting for his life.
The coronavirus pandemic has caused major travel bans across the world, as fewer people are willing to travel during these troubling times. Pakistan’s federal minister for aviation, Ghulam Sarwar Khan, said that the coronavirus has caused immense losses in the airline industry, including Pakistan International Airlines and the Civil Aviation Authority of the country taking a hit of over $15 million in losses.
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Khan further added,
“During the last one month, PIA lost 1.2 billion rupees ($7.6 m) due to suspension of flights while the CAA has also faced a 1.2 billion rupees ($7.6 m) last week.”
In order to contain the virus and stop it from spreading many countries have closed their borders and stopped land and air travel with the most affected nations. Pakistan has already halted its flights to China, Iran, Qatar and Italy due to the coronavirus outbreak.
International Airlines Facing Losses:
Global airlines stand to lose $113 billion in sales if the pandemic continues according to the International Air Transport Association. IATA said airlines could lose 19% of their business if the virus isn’t contained soon.
Flybe Airlines
Europe’s largest airline suffered collapse amidst the coronavirus outbreak after travel declined massively. The airline has gone out of business after serving passengers for over 4 decades. The impact of the coronavirus on flight bookings was the last straw for the Europe based airline which operates almost 40% of UK domestic flights.
American Airlines (AAL)
The world’s largest airline is canceling international flights due to the drop in demand as mentioned by their CEO Doug Parker. The AAL will reduce its international capacity by 75% on a year over year basis and this will result in the airline parking almost its entire wide-body fleet. The domestic capacity for April will reduce by 20% and it forecasts the domestic capacity of May to fall by 30%.
United Airlines
United said it would suspend flights to London from Houston and Denver starting Monday. The airline expects to fly three daily flights to London and one daily flight to Dublin through April
Germany’s Lufthansa (DLAKF)
The airline has canceled over 7,100 flights for Europe in March, mostly those having routes within Germany or on the way to Italy. This is about 25% of its total capacity. The airline has also decided to ground 150 of its Boeing 770 Aircraft. The German flagship carrier is considering a request for state aid.
Delta Airlines
Delta Airlines Chief Executive, Ed Bastian spoke to the staff on Friday saying the firm would be cutting flights by 40% over the next few months and ground 300 aircraft. They would also reduce spending by $2 bn.
Norwegian Air
The Norwegian carrier is set to cancel 4,000 of its flights and will temporarily lay off about half of its staff due to the coronavirus outbreak. The airline mentions it has “weeks not months to avoid collapse”
KLM
The Dutch airline plans to slash uptown 2000 jobs, resulting in massive unemployment and cutting back staff hours by one-third. It will also be asking for government support to overcome this crisis.
Southwest Airlines
The American low-cost pioneer warned on Thursday of a $300m loss during the first quarter due to “a significant decline in customer demand, as well as an increase in trip cancellations.”
It has been seen that the airlines with the majority flights to the countries affected most by the outbreak have been facing the biggest losses. Shares have plummeted after flights have been discontinued and the rise of unemployed staff continues as the pandemic disrupts global travel on a massive scale.
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