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Aisha Faisal, a Pharm-D student at the University of Sindh, is an internationally published author of four books. Her work has been featured in several international magazines and newspapers, including those from Turkey, the Philippines, and the United States. She represented Pakistan in an international poetry contest, securing the 7th position as the best international poetess and earning a feature in Blossoms International Magazine. Aisha received the Best Youngest Writer Award for her debut novel, “Heartless,” which she wrote at the age of 16. With a strong enthusiasm for medical education, she has participated in various non-profit public service organizations aimed at serving humanity. To further enhance her knowledge and expertise, she has completed multiple additional educational courses. In addition to her published works, she has been ghostwriting for international clients, resulting in a remarkable total of 45 written books to date. #pakistan #ghostwriting #author #novel

The government of Pakistan has signed a partnership agreement with a leading Chinese company to invest $350 million in the establishment of up to 3,000 Electric Vehicle (EV) charging stations across the country — along the motorway connecting Peshawar to Karachi. The project will begin with an initial investment of $90 million to set up the stations, followed by an additional $250 million allocated for manufacturing by February 2025.

Pakistan’s National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) has dismissed Director General Zulfiqar Ahmed after an investigation confirmed his degrees were forged. The Higher Education Commission (HEC) launched a probe at NADRA’s request and found that Zulfiqar Ahmed’s MBA degree bore the signature of an individual who was not the president of George Mason University at the time, Express News reported. Additionally, his BBA degree listed a college name that had changed by the time the certificate was issued.

🇵🇰 Regal Automobiles Industries Ltd (RAIL) has launched the country’s first locally assembled electric SUV, the Seres 3, at its Lahore plant. 🔌 The Seres 3, priced at Rs. 8.39 million, comes with a complimentary 22kW charger. The EV offers fast charging (20-80%) in 30 minutes and slow charging in 6 hours. 🔋 Boasting a 49.34 kWh Lithium-Ion Battery, it delivers 160.9 horsepower, 300Nm of torque, and a range of 403 kilometers per charge (NEDC). 🚗 Its advanced features include a 10.25-inch HD touchscreen, electronic panoramic sunroof, multiple airbags, and smart driving modes like ECO and Sport. 🛡️ Safety features include ABS, ESC, Lane Departure Warning, and Forward Collision Warning systems, ensuring a secure and modern driving experience. #pakscience #electriccars #seres3 #pakwheels

Pakistan’s most popular scholarship program “Stipendum Hungaricum” has opened applications for the session 2025-26. It is for bachelors, masters as well as PhD and includes subjects as rare as medicine. Read details and start your process: https://lnkd.in/dYSUd-NX

🌧️ Punjab government has conducted a successful trial of local technology for artificial rain. ☔️ According to details, “cloud seeding” was carried out in Jhelum, Chakwal, Talagang, and Gujar Khan resulting in rainfall in Jhelum and Gujar Khan within a few hours. 🤝 This project is the result of joint efforts by the Punjab government, Pakistan Army’s Scientific Research and Development experts, Army Aviation, PARCO, and the Environmental Protection Agency. #artificialrain #smog #climatechange #weather #pakistan

🦷 The University of Health Sciences (UHS) Board of Studies in Dentistry in its 49th meeting has approved a new integrated curriculum set to be implemented in Punjab’s dental colleges starting from the 2024-25 academic session, transitioning the Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) programme from four years to a five-year degree. 👨⚕️ In a notable decision, the board reached a consensus that both public and private dental colleges would not charge fees for the fifth year, which will be designated as a clerkship year. This change aligns with international standards, ensuring that students complete an additional year focusing on practical experience. 📚 The meeting was attended by heads of 16 UHS-affiliated dental colleges. Dr Khalid Raheem, UHS Director of Medical Education, presented the framework of the integrated curriculum, highlighting a strengthened focus on community dentistry and clinical skills. 💰 Prof Rathore advocated for a stipend model, suggesting that if dental colleges cannot pay students like house officers, they should at least waive the fee for this year. #bds #dentalsurgery #uhs #punjab #dentalschool

🇵🇰🇨🇳 Pakistan’s national space agency SUPARCO — (Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission) has announced its plans of a groundbreaking lunar exploration mission in partnership with China’s Chang’E 8 mission, set to launch in 2028, as a part of the larger International Lunar Research Station (ILRS) project. 🌕 SUPARCO’s indigenous rover will be part of the mission to explore the lunar surface. The rover will weigh around 35 kilograms and will land on the moon’s south pole. This mission aims to explore the Moon’s surface, conduct scientific research, and test innovative technologies for future lunar and planetary exploration. 🧪 The mission will involve a series of scientific experiments, including the study of lunar soil, mapping of the lunar surface, and the testing of new technologies for sustainable human presence on the Moon. #pakscience #suparco #rover #moon #space

The Pakistan Navy has conducted a successful flight test of an indigenously developed ship-launched ballistic missile, the Directorate General Public Relations (Navy) said in a press release on Monday. The weapon system, with a 350-kilometre range, is capable of engaging land and sea targets with high precision, according to the press release. #pakistannavy #missile #nuclearpower

Air pollution in Lahore soared on Saturday more than 80 times over the level deemed acceptable by the World Health Organisation (WHO), with an official calling it a record high. For days, Lahore has been enveloped by smog, a mix of fog and pollutants caused by low-grade diesel fumes, smoke from seasonal agricultural burning and winter cooling. The level of deadly PM2.5 pollutants — fine particulate matter in the air that causes the most damage to health — peaked at 1,067, before dropping to around 300 in the morning, with anything above 10 considered unhealthy by the WHO. “We have never reached a level of 1,000,” Jahangir Anwar, a senior environmental protection official in Lahore told AFP. #airpollution #lahore #smog #pakistan