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  • Army ahead after winning most gold medals at National Games 2023

    Army ahead after winning most gold medals at National Games 2023

    Pakistan Army has won most gold in the ongoing 34th National Games in Quetta.

    Army is on the top after winning most gold medals. They have won 101 gold medals, 65 silver medals and 29 bronze medals.

    Wapda is on the second spot as they bagged 54 golds, 50 silvers and 43 bronze medals.
    Navy’s team stands third in a row as they have 89 total medals they have won 26 gold medals, 27 silver medals and 36 bronze medals.

    Moreover other teams like Pakistan Air Force (PAF), Higher Education Commission (HEC) are also in the race for gold.

    Pakistan Army has maintained its dominance in the ongoing 34th National Games as they won the National Games shooting competition.

    Army completely dominated the shooting competition as they bagged 17 gold, 14 silver and five bronze medals.

  • Top 7 AI tools every content creator should try

    Top 7 AI tools every content creator should try

    Artificial intelligence (AI) has rapidly evolved, revolutionising various aspects of our lives. Chatbots, in particular, have gained immense popularity, providing virtual assistants that can engage in meaningful conversations.

    Whilst ChatGPT is undoubtedly a remarkable AI chatbot, there are several other free alternatives that surpass its capabilities in specific domains. In this article, we will explore seven of the best AI chatbots that offer unique and impressive functionalities.

    Google Bard

    Google Bard is an advanced AI chatbot that combines natural language processing and internet access to provide comprehensive answers, summarise articles, and even generate images. Its ability to leverage vast online resources allows users to obtain accurate and up-to-date information swiftly. Whether you seek answers to complex questions or require an AI-powered image generator, Google Bard delivers exceptional results.

    Vidyo.ai

    Vidyo.ai specialises in converting YouTube videos into short clips with captions and editing options. This AI chatbot streamlines the process of extracting relevant portions from lengthy videos, enabling users to share concise and impactful content. By facilitating video editing and captioning, Vidyo.ai empowers content creators, educators, and marketers to enhance their video-based communication effectively.

    Beat Oven

    For music enthusiasts, Beat Oven is a game-changer. This AI chatbot possesses the ability to generate royalty-free music tailored to the user’s preferences. By analysing the input, Beat Oven can create unique and high-quality compositions, allowing artists, content creators, and even casual users to access a vast library of original soundtracks. The convenience and versatility offered by Beat Oven make it a must-have tool for those in need of background music.

    Scribble Diffusion

    Scribble Diffusion harnesses the power of AI to transform simple scribbles into realistic drawings. This chatbot uses advanced image generation algorithms to convert rough sketches into visually appealing illustrations. Furthermore, Scribble Diffusion can also generate captions for these drawings, making it an excellent tool for artists seeking inspiration or individuals interested in exploring their creative potential.

    Runway.ml

    Runway.ml is an AI chatbot that excels in video editing and object removal. Leveraging state-of-the-art inpainting techniques and other magical tools, this chatbot allows users to edit videos seamlessly. With Runway.ml, unwanted objects or blemishes can be effortlessly removed from footage, enabling content creators and video enthusiasts to enhance the visual quality of their projects.

    Tome

    Tome is a powerful AI chatbot that utilises ChatGPT and DALL-E to create stunning presentations from a single prompt. By combining text generation and image synthesis, Tome can generate slides, infographics, and visual aids that complement the user’s content. This chatbot simplifies the presentation creation process, allowing individuals to convey their ideas effectively and professionally.

    Flair

    Flair.ai is an AI-powered design tool that generates high-end product photography in minutes. It is a cloud-based platform that allows users to create high-quality product images without the need for professional photography equipment or skills.

    Whilst ChatGPT undeniably possesses exceptional conversational abilities, it is essential to recognise the wealth of alternative AI chatbots that excel in specialised domains. From Google Bard’s comprehensive information retrieval to Beat Oven’s music generation capabilities, each of these chatbots offers unique functionalities that can cater to specific user needs.

  • Quratulain Baloch, Hassan and Roshaan set to release music video for ‘Bandhan’

    After the success of ‘Duur Se’, pop songwriting duo Hassan and Roshaan are set to release the video of their song ‘Bandhaan’ which features Quratulain Baloch. The video is set to release today, and will be directed by Saad Yratta from Yratta Media, who was also the director of ‘Sukoon’ featuring Shae Gill.

    Speaking on the collaboration with the ‘Humsafar’ star, Hassan Sheikh from the singing duo said:

    “We are thrilled about this collaboration with Quratulain Balouch, whose unique sound has been a true inspiration to us. Sharing the screen with her is an exhilarating experience.”

    Yratta, who had previously been a wedding cinematographer, expressed his excitement about the project, stating:

    “It is always fascinating to witness how people interpret visuals and reflect ongoing real-world conversations through abstract works of art. Similar to our previous collaboration, this video will be open to interpretation, allowing the artists to truly shine through.”

    The music video will also feature Ahmed Randhawa, who is known for his role as Behram in the Hum TV drama ‘Agar’, as well as the actor and model Waqar Ali Zulfiqar, who starred in Ali Sethi’s ‘Chandni Raat’ music video.
    An ensemble of performers from the LUMS Dance Society, will also be gracing their pressence in the video.

  • World Bank commits $213 million for Balochistan’s flood recovery and climate resilience

    World Bank commits $213 million for Balochistan’s flood recovery and climate resilience

    The Board of Executive Directors of the World Bank has granted $213 million in funding to Balochistan for the purpose of improving livelihoods, essential services, and risk protection in communities that were affected by the devastating floods in 2022.

    This financial assistance is part of a larger program established in collaboration with the government to address the aftermath of the floods and build a climate-resilient Pakistan.

    Najy Benhassine, the World Bank Country Director for Pakistan, expressed the organization’s commitment to closely cooperate with the Government of Balochistan in supporting the affected communities. The World Bank aims to provide livelihood support and rehabilitate irrigation and flood protection infrastructure.

    These efforts will not only restore the livelihoods of the affected population but also enhance their resilience to potential future climate-related disasters and natural hazards. The project aligns with the comprehensive package of post-flood rehabilitation and resilient reconstruction program agreed upon with the authorities.

    The floods of the previous year were a result of record monsoon rains in the southern and southwestern regions of Pakistan, compounded by glacial melt in the northern areas. The calamity affected nearly 33 million people in the country, which has a population of 220 million. Tragically, the floods claimed over 1,700 lives and caused substantial damage to homes, crops, bridges, roads, and livestock.

    The Integrated Flood Resilience and Adaptation Project (IFRAP) outlined by the World Bank will provide housing reconstruction grants to approximately 35,100 homeowners. It will also focus on restoring essential services by rehabilitating damaged community infrastructure and facilities, such as water supply systems, irrigation networks, roads, and community facilities.

    Balochistan, with its geographical location, socioeconomic background, and vulnerability to climate change, faces significant risks from natural disasters. Yoro Sidibe, a Senior Water Specialist at the World Bank, emphasized that the project aims to provide economic opportunities to the affected communities while ensuring social inclusion and participation. Additionally, it will enhance institutional capacity for preparedness and response to future disasters.

    The World Bank expects that the Integrated Flood Resilience and Adaptation Project will benefit approximately 2.7 million people in selected communities across Balochistan’s calamity-declared districts. The project’s objectives include the restoration of degraded watersheds and the strengthening of institutional capacity at both the provincial and local levels.

  • ‘Not apologising for the person I become when this releases’: Twitter delighted with new ‘Barbie’ trailer

    Warner Bros unleashed chaos with the new trailer of ‘Barbie’ and yes, Twitter lost it’s marbles.

    Directed and written by Greta Gerwig and her partner Noah Baumbach, the second trailer finally gave us the complete story that maybe, life isn’t always fantastic.

    Played by Margot Robbie, Barbie has an existentialist crisis which compels her to go to the real world in order to learn more about herself.

    https://twitter.com/PopBase/status/1661764247175700480?s=20

    It has been just a few hours since the trailer released, but fans of the long anticipated movie are already shaking, crying, throwing up, gearing up to do anything to book their cinema seats to watch ‘Barbie’.

    https://twitter.com/AShihipar/status/1661884528372195330?s=20

    The film also announced the artists who would be featuring on the final ‘Barbie’ soundtrack, which included Ice Spice, Dua Lipa, and Nicki Minaj who will be performing a new version of ‘Barbie’.

    https://twitter.com/yoahihisa/status/1662024775278166016?s=20

  • Not all trials related to May 9 will take place in military courts: Rana Sanaullah

    Federal Interior Minister Rana Sanaullah has said that a total of 499 First Information Reports (FIRs) have been filed regarding the 9 May incidents. “Out of these, 88 FIRs were registered under the Terrorist Act, while the remaining 411 FIRs were filed for other offenses,” he stated while addressing a press conference in Islamabad.

    The minister added that 19 people from Punjab and 14 from Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa (KP) will be tried in military courts. “These people trespassed and entered sensitive defence installations, so the question is how did they manage to get there,” he said.


    However, the minister clarified that not all trials will take place in military courts.


    “A rumour is circulating that all trials will take place in military courts but that is not true. The military will investigate the case but not take cognisance of it. They will see whether the Army Act or the Official Secrets Act is applicable or not.”


    While criticising former PM Imran Khan, Sanaullah said, “If Imran is left unchecked, he can lead the nation towards a disaster.”

  • Sindh becomes the first province to introduce teaching license policy

    In a historical move, Sindh has become the first province to introduce a teaching license policy for instructors from the public and private sector.

    Under this policy, two teacher training insitutes will be established under the Sindh Teacher’s Education Development Authority (STEDA) and a board will be set up to oversee teacher trainings as well as provide professional licenses.

    With this initiative, anyone who wishes to join with a Bachelor’s in Education (BEd.) can give the exam, after which they will be provided with a license to teach students from one of the three categories: elementary (Grades 1-8), primary (Grades 1-5) and secondary (Grades 6-12).

    The Sindh government has also taken a step to attract more people towards the teaching sector by opening up 700 new vacancies for elementary school teachers for BPS-16 across the province, which will be offered to those with a BEd and a teaching license obtained by passing the exam.

    Speaking on the success of the policy, the Provincial Minister of Sindh for Education, Culture, Tourism and Antiquites, Syed Sardar Ali Shah said:

    “Conceptualising and bringing the teaching license policy to life has not been easy. However, I am grateful to Aga Khan University’s Institute for Educational Development (AKU-IED), Sindh Teachers Education Development Authority (STEDA), Durbeen and all other partners who have worked tirelessly to make this policy a possibility. The success of the next generation of teachers and students ultimately depends on its smooth implementation.”

    He also added that Sindh was the only province in Pakistan to pass the landmark bill which shall improve the teaching profession and attract mroe bright minds to the field:

     “Sindh is the only province that has approved a teaching license policy, which represents a proactive approach to recognising the value and importance of effective teaching. With the policy in place, the Sindh Government has laid the foundation for a more robust and professional teaching workforce, which will have a positive and lasting impact on the educational landscape in the province.”

  • Pakistan to receive $10 billion investment in refinery sector soon

    Pakistan to receive $10 billion investment in refinery sector soon

    Minister of State for Petroleum, Musadik Malik, announced that Pakistan will soon receive a $10 billion investment in its refinery sector. The investment, to be inaugurated by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, holds significant details that cannot be disclosed at this time, according to Malik’s statement at a ceremony.

    This development follows the approval of a new refinery policy by the current government, which aims to incentivise greenfield investment.

    Malik emphasised the need for sustained GDP growth of 5 per cent in Pakistan’s growing population. To achieve this, he stated that an annual energy sector growth rate of 7.5-10 per cent is necessary. As part of this plan, the government aims to establish a comprehensive energy agreement with Central Asian countries and Russia, which will be made public by the end of the year.

    Additionally, Pakistan intends to leverage its historical ties with the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries for trade and commerce, including meeting energy needs such as LNG and petroleum products.

    The government also plans to open energy corridors with Central Asia and the GCC countries. Malik highlighted the significance of purchasing crude oil from Russia, stating that it will have a transformative impact on Pakistan, leading to industrial proliferation. The goal is to establish small industrial areas in rural regions to promote value addition.

    Malik underscored that Pakistan possesses the necessary infrastructure, labour force, and technology to present itself as an attractive investment destination. He emphasised the government’s efforts to enhance border enforcement to curb oil smuggling from Iran, expressing confidence that the flow of smuggled oil will reduce in the coming days.

    In an off-camera meeting with media persons, the minister revealed that vessels carrying 100,000 tonnes of discounted Russian oil will arrive at Pakistan’s ports in the first week of June as part of the government’s energy security plan. The oil will be transported from Oman port to Pakistan in smaller vessels within seven to ten days. Malik assured that although transportation costs may increase slightly, the impact will be minimal.

  • ‘No plans to move abroad’: Imran Khan thanks government for putting his name on ECL

    ‘No plans to move abroad’: Imran Khan thanks government for putting his name on ECL

    Pakistan Tehreek-e-insaf (PTI) chairman has on Friday thanked the government for putting his name on the Exit Control List (ECL) after his name was added to a no-fly list on Thursday night.

    “I want to thank the government for putting my name on the ECL as I have no plans to travel abroad, because I neither have any properties or businesses abroad nor even a bank account outside the country. If and when I do get an opportunity for a holiday, it will be in our northern mountains, my favourite place on earth.”

    Imran Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi along with 80 other members of the party were put on a no-fly list last night. Murad Saeed, Maleeka Bukhari, Fawad Chaudhry and Hammad Azhar were also added to the no-fly list.

    The names of PTI leaders were added to the list on the advice of the relevant government departments.


  • Man wins gold prize in Geneva for developing smart prayer mat

    Man wins gold prize in Geneva for developing smart prayer mat

    For developing a smart prayer mat, a Qatari innovator was awarded with the gold prize at the International Exhibition of Inventions in Geneva.
    Abdulrahman Saleh Khamis received recognition for his ground-breaking creation, intended to teach new Muslims and kids how to pray properly.


    The smart rug was developed after intensive research, with Khamis using cutting-edge technology to develop the mat.

    As per the product’s website, the smart prayer has the following features:

    Guided Prayer Training


    Sajdah guides you through daily and non-daily prayers in a step-by-step learning experience.


    Quran Reading


    Sajdah’s LED screen helps you read & memorize the Holy Quran while practicing your prayers.


    Smart & Connected


    Use the Sajdah app to control the pace of your prayer guides, including chapter transition speed, font size, and much more.


    Multi-Lingual


    Prayer guides and Quran verses displayed in Arabic, English, and Latin. Updates will include more languages.