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KARACHI – The gold rate in Pakistan of 24-karat is being traded at PKR 219,300 on Sat, January 6, 2024. Similarly, the gold price for 24-karat was recorded at Rs 188,020 per 10g as per the bullion market. Gold Rate in Pakistan and different cities. City Gold Silver Karachi PKR 219,300 PKR 2,450 Lahore PKR 219,300 PKR 2,450 Islamabad PKR 219,300 PKR 2,450 Peshawar PKR 219,300 PKR 2,450 Quetta PKR 219,300 PKR 2,450 Sialkot PKR 219,300 PKR 2,450 Hyderabad PKR 219,300 PKR 2,450 Faisalabad PKR 219,300 PKR 2,450 Note: The price of gold in Pakistan fluctuates many times per…

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Midjourney V6, the latest iteration of the popular image generation AI model developed by the research collective founded by David Holz, was released as an alpha version last night. Early users are expressing excitement about the significant improvements it brings. VentureBeat employs Midjourney and various AI art tools for article imagery creation. Key enhancements in this release include notably improved and more realistic, highly detailed images. Notably, the model now has the capability to generate legible text within images, a feature that had been absent in Midjourney since its initial launch in 2022, while competitors like OpenAI’s DALL-E 3 and…

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Polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) are harmful synthetic chemicals known for their toxicity and persistence. They were extensively employed as a plasticizer in building materials and as an oil additive in electrical equipment. The manufacturing and use of PCBs were banned by Congress in 1979. Appearing as oily liquids or solids, with a clear to yellow color and no discernible smell or taste, PCBs are highly stable mixtures that can withstand extreme temperatures and pressure. While their stability is advantageous in some applications, it poses a significant risk to the environment. PCBs exhibit persistence, remaining in soil, water, and sediment for extended…

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Lahore City Traffic Police recently shared a new development for individuals applying for learner driving permits in Lahore. In a tweet, the police revealed an enhancement to the Online Driving License service. They mentioned that citizens can now conveniently renew their learner permits from the comfort of their homes. Furthermore, the police force stated that additional online services, such as license renewal, duplicate issuance, and international driving licenses, will soon be made available as well. “Due to online license services, the rush at Khidmat centers has reduced up to 90 percent,” the police revealed. In response to a tragic incident…

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RIYADH – Pakistanis who are residing in Saudi Arabia are required to have a valid visa to enter Italy. The Visa Section at the Embassy of Italy in Riyadh and the General Consulate of Italy in Jeddah have the authority to issue Uniform Visas for short-term stays, allowing individuals to stay up to 90 days within a 180-day period in the Schengen area. However, these visas are granted only when Italy is the primary or exclusive destination of the intended trip. Documents Required for Italy Short-Term Visa Entry visa application form Recent passport-size photograph Valid travel document (Passport) whose expiry…

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In another step towards enhancing public convenience, the Lahore Traffic Police has made one more addition to its online services. According to the traffic police, citizens can now renew their learner’s permits online from the comfort of their homes. The announcement was made on Lahore Traffic Police’s official X account.    Additionally, other facilities such as license renewal, duplicate, and international license will also be launched soon. The Lahore Traffic Police announced that the introduction of online facilities will reduce the rush at Facilitation Centers by 90%. In the beginning of this month, the interim government in Punjab introduced a…

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PESHAWAR – Khyber Pakhtunkhuwa government on Tuesday announced winter vacations for all educational institutions in the region. The Education Department of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) has communicated instructions to schools, informing that educational institutions in the summer zone (flat regions) will be shut down from December 23 to December 31. The statement additionally mentioned that schools in the winter zone will experience an extended closure, with academic activities set to resume on February 29, 2024. KP schools winter vacations 2023 During the winter season, schools nestled in the scenic mountains of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) and the picturesque landscapes of Balochistan will…

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KARACHI: The Sindh Mass Transit Authority (SMTA) has initiated a training programme for 18 women drivers to operate modern buses. In the beginning stages, the Motorway Police and SMTA are joining forces to empower and train women drivers. Skilled instructors from the Peoples Bus Service (PBS), a branch of SMTA, are offering hands-on guidance in bus driving to these women, fostering their learning and development. In the subsequent phase, the training programme will expand to include transgender drivers. Once these dedicated women drivers successfully complete their training, they will be ready to take the wheel and contribute their skills to…

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Digital financial services provider Easypaisa has issued a statement following the sale of Telenor Pakistan to PTCL. Easypaisa wants to reassure its valued customers that the sale of Telenor Pakistan will not have any impact on its operations. They want to make it clear that Easypaisa is not part of the transaction, ensuring that customers can continue to enjoy uninterrupted service and convenience. “In response to recent news about Telenor Pakistan’s sale, we want to assure our valued customers that our operations remain unaffected. Telenor Microfinance Bank (TMB) and its flagship platform, Easypaisa is not part of this transaction. Your…

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Reports indicate that Dawood Ibrahim, a prominent figure in the underworld, has been admitted to a hospital in Karachi, Pakistan, due to a severe health issue. While some social media posts suggest that he may have been poisoned, his aide has not confirmed this information. Dawood Ibrahim was hospitalised two days ago. He is being kept under tight security inside the hospital and is the only patient on his floor, according to sources. Only top hospital authorities and his close family members have access to the floor, they said. Also read: Vivo X100 Price in Pakistan – Dec 2023 Mumbai Police…

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