News Roundup: Weekly Halaat

From the X (formerly Twitter Timeline) of Uroosa Salman

National Halaat

Public Holiday on 12th Rabi ul Awal in Sindh

The Sindh government has announced a public holiday on the 12th of Rabi ul Awal, while a ban on pillion riding has been imposed from the 13th to the 16th of September in various districts.

12 Rabi ul Awaal Holiday
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Tension Between PML-N and PPP Over IRSA Appointment:

The government seeks to amend the constitution to appoint the chairman of IRSA from the federal level. At the same time, PPP argues that water is a provincial matter, leading to a political standoff.

A face-off between allies over IRSA tweaks

Monkeypox Case in KP

The fifth case of Monkeypox (MPX) has been reported in KP. The patient was identified at Peshawar Airport and shifted to isolation. He is from Lower Dir and returned from a Gulf country.

Lower Dir resident tested positive for the virus after he returned from a Gulf country, says provincial minister

Case Against Judge for Verdict Against Imran Khan

After the case against Judge Dilawar, the KP government initiated legal action against another judge who gave a verdict against Imran Khan.

Warrant out for judge who convicted Imran Khan

By-election in Rahim Yar Khan

PPP candidate is leading with a 50,000-vote margin in the NA-171 by-election in Rahim Yar Khan.

Rahim Yar Khan Election News by Sama

Joint Air Exercises Between Pakistan and Bangladesh

Pakistan and Bangladesh’s air forces are set to hold massive joint aerial exercises.

Pak Bangla Joint Air Exercise

PIA Pilot’s Mistake

A PIA pilot mistakenly flew a Peshawar-bound flight to Karachi. Investigations are underway to determine how such an error occurred.

PIA

Protests in KP Over Security Issues

Thousands of people participated in a peace march in KP, demanding improved security amidst worsening law and order conditions.

A rally was organized in Wana, the capital of South Waziristan Lower under the Muttahida Siasi Aman Pasawoon.

Thousands of people including tribal elders, leaders and workers of political parties, and residents participated in the rally.

Karachi Halaat

Sarjani Town Accident

In Karachi’s Sarjani Town, two people lost their lives in a collision between a rickshaw and a motorcycle, while two others, including a woman, were injured.

Surjani Road Accident
Surjani Road accident

International Halaat

Israeli Bombing in Gaza

Six UN staff members were killed in Israeli airstrikes on Gaza, according to Arab media.

Gaza Under Attack
Gaza under Attack

Germany’s Migration Deal with Kenya

Germany has agreed to open its doors to 250,000 skilled and semi-skilled Kenyan workers under a new migration deal.

Germany opens doors for Kenya
Germany opens its doors to Kenyan workers in a controlled migration deal

Social Media Ban for Children

The Australian government is planning legislation to restrict children’s use of social media.

Why does Australia want to ban kids from social media?

Bangladesh Halts Hilsa Fish Exports to India

Bangladesh has banned the export of Hilsa fish to India, prioritizing its consumption for locals due to its rarity.

Bangladesh halted Hilsa fish exports to India ahead of a key holiday. Why?

Sports Halaat

Asian Hockey Cup Semi-final

China beat Pakistan in the Asian Hockey Cup semi-final and advanced to the final.

China in Finals
China qualified for the Finals

Australia Defeats England in Cricket Match

Australia defeated England by 28 runs, scoring 179, while England managed only 151 runs.

Australia beat England by 28 runs: first T20I

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