Govt imposes ban on use of 12 toxic pesticides – Pakistan

ISLAMABAD: In a significant step towards environm­e­ntal sustainability and com­­p­l­i­ance with international agreements, the Ministry of Natio­n­­al Food Security and Research on Friday announ­ced a complete ban on 12 toxic pestici­d­­es, which are excessively used despite their known harm to health and environment. The decision was taken at a high-level meeting, chaired by National Food…

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Pakistan demands decisive action against Islamophobia

Permanent Representative of Pakistan to the UN Ambassador Munir Akram. — Radio Pakistan/ File UNITED NATIONS: As the UN General Assembly commemorated the International Day to Combat Islamophobia on Friday, Pakistan, speaking on behalf of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), urged the international community to take “decisive” action to combat the growing incidents of…

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Bilawal demands fair distribution of river water – Pakistan

PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari holds a tablet while inaugurating the Sindh jobs portal, on Friday.—White Star • Lauds security forces over successful rescue operation for train hostages• Launches ‘I Work for Sindh’ jobs portal KARACHI: Pledging to continue fighting for Sindh’s rightful share of water, PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari on Friday demanded fair distribution of…

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