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Tennis superstar Novak Djokovic has introduced a new wellness tool, an “energy disc,” as part of his fitness and recovery regimen. He claims the device helps alleviate stomach issues and reduce inflammation. Djokovic revealed he uses the disc regularly during flights by placing it on his head or other parts of his body for short …
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Recent reports of human metapneumovirus (HMPV) cases in China have sparked concern online. Videos of crowded hospitals fueled fears of a new outbreak. However, public health experts stress that HMPV is a common respiratory virus and no cause for panic. Chinese authorities reported a spike in HMPV cases in children under 14. This uptick is …
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The measles outbreak in Sindh has taken a worrying turn, with health officials attributing the surge to disruptions in vaccination campaigns during the COVID-19 pandemic. Dr. Muhammad Naeem, Director of the Expanded Programme on Immunization (EPI) Sindh, highlighted the devastating impact of the pandemic on routine immunizations. The measles crisis reflects an urgent need for …
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The recent surge in COVID-19 cases in Pakistan has prompted the National Command and Operation Centre (NCOC) to issue new guidelines for citizens to follow until April 30, 2023. The NCOC is a central coordination body responsible for managing Pakistan’s response to the pandemic. It has advised people to wear masks in “crowded tightly enclosed …
Karachi: The number of new coronavirus infections in Pakistan continues to drop, with the positive rate decreasing to 1.8 percent on Sunday. According to the latest data from Pakistan’s National Command and Operation Centre (NCOC), 40,584 tests were done in the previous 24 hours across the country, with 767 of them coming back positive, bringing …
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KARACHI: Pakistan continues to see a drop in coronavirus infections, with the positive rate falling below 4% for the first time in almost four months on Sunday. On June 3, Pakistan recorded a COVID-19 positive rate of 3.9 percent. Statistics 26 Sep 21: Total Tests in Last 24 Hours: 44,712Positive Cases: 1780 Positivity %: 3.98%Deaths …
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KARACHI: Pakistan recorded 1,897 new cases of COVID-19 in the previous 24 hours on Tuesday, the fewest single-day infections in the prior two months. Pakistan’s COVID-19 positive rate has also plummeted to its lowest level since July 11, at 4.10 percent, as virus infections in the nation continue to diminish. According to the National Command …
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KARACHI: The provincial administration of Sindh government lifted several coronavirus-related restrictions on Wednesday, citing the falling trend of COVID-19 infections in the province. Markets, stores, and other enterprises in Sindh are permitted to stay open until 10 p.m. with strict adherence to COVID-19 SOPs, according to a notification issued by the Sindh Home Department. Nonetheless, …
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KARACHI: Pakistan has been seeing a gradual decline in daily COVID-19 cases over the last two days. Nearly 2,714 fresh cases were reported on Wednesday morning as per the National Command and Operation Centre’s statistics showed. The positivity rate, according to the NCOC’s latest stats, fell to 4.78 percent . The last time the country’s …
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Karachi: The writer is a development practitioner, currently working with Pakistan Youth Change Advocates (PYCA) to ensure universal secondary education in the country. “There are 22.8 million children out of schools in Pakistan”. We have been repeatedly hearing this statement on the dismal Pakistani education statistics for the better half of the last decade. With …
KARACHI: Pakistan has witnessed the highest covid death toll in 2021 in a day. The National Command and Operation Centre (NCOC) reported 135 new deaths nationwide. On Wednesday, NCOC confirmed 135 deaths from the coronavirus, making it the country’s highest single-day death toll in 2021. According to the National Command and Operation Centre (NCOC), the …
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KARACHI: In Pakistan, another 105 people contracted coronavirus during the last 24 hours. While 5,312 people have succumbed to the deadly virus. Coronavirus is spreading rapidly in the country due to which the number of cases is constantly increasing, the National Command and Operations Center (NCOC) has released the latest statistics of people infected with …
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Asad Umar, the head of Pakistan’s National Command and Operations Centre (NCOC) — the agency in charge of the country’s coronavirus war — said on Thursday that COVID-19 vaccine registration will be open to all civilians after Eid. The ICC, cricket’s global governing body, has yet to announce the latest ODI player rankings. In the …
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ISLAMABAD: Coronavirus has shown no sign of slowing the country, 98 more people died due to corona while 5,329 new cases were reported in the last 24 hours. The deadly virus has so far taken 15,124 people’s life, the total number of corona cases has reached 705,517. In the last 24 hours in Pakistan, 5,329 …
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Pakistani famous actress, Meera has been reportedly termed ‘mentally unwell’ and has been admitted to the mental health facility during her trip to the United States after her mother confirmed on Wednesday. Local media outlets are alleging that Meera’s mother, Shafqat Rubab, assaulted an American doctor when she was demanding preferential treatment for her fever …
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KARACHI: Federal Minister for Planning and Development, Asad Umar has said that the projects under the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) projects are not just restricted to infrastructure now, with a $240 million investment, a Chinese company will construct a steel mill in the Rashakai SEZ. He also said that CPEC is entering into the second …
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ISLAMABAD: As the third wave of the coronavirus intensifies, Pakistan has recorded the highest single-day toll since June 30 with 4,974 new COVID-19 cases in the last 24 hours. The nation has recorded 98 more deaths, raising the total number of deaths to 14,530. Coronavirus cases had a positivity rating of 9.92 percent, for a …
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ISLAMABAD: Minister for Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony Noorul Haq Qadri, said that mosques across Pakistan will remain open during Ramazan while adhering to COVID-19 basic operating protocols. He urged citizens to exercise restraint while carrying out their religious duties. In response to a query, the minister said that Hajj arrangements will be done in …
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KARACHI: Last night, Monday, Shab-e-Barat was observed in Pakistan and around the world to pray for Allah’s forgiveness. People visited graveyards to say prayers at the graves of their loved ones, and special religious ceremonies were held not only in Pakistan but throughout the world as well. In a tweet, Maulana Abdul Khabir Azad, Chairman …
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ISLAMABAD: On Monday, Arif Alvi revealed on Twitter that he had tested positive for covid-19. The president revealed on Twitter that he had tested positive for the virus after receiving the first injection of the coronavirus vaccine and that he was due for another. “I have tested positive for Covid-19. May Allah have mercy on …
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Earth Hour Day 2021 is a public event that raises awareness of environmental issues. It is observed every year on 27 March. This event lasts for 60 minutes. In many parts of the world today, on Saturday, it will go dark for a short while tonight. It’s time for Earth Hour. The day is significant …
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KARACHI: The effects of Coronavirus persist in Pakistan, with 63 deaths from the virus and 4,368 new cases reported in the country today, bringing the total number of deaths from Corona to 14,091 and the number of Corona cases to 645,356. Covid-19 is spreading rapidly in the country due to which the number of cases …
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ISLAMABAD: Federal Education Minister Shafqat Mehmood has announced the decision taken regarding the closure of the schools. The minister said that schools will remain closed till April 11 in coronavirus hotspot areas. According to the statement announced on Wednesday, the Board examinations of grades 9 to 12 will be held as per the schedule. He …
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