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December 15, 2025

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Smart electricity meter prices cut by almost 40%

Energy Minister Awais Leghari says the move will lead to national savings of Rs 150 billion annually Energy Minister Awais Leghari said smart electricity meter prices have been reduced by about 40%, a move he said would lead to huge national savings. In a statement, the minister said the price reduction will result in annual savings of up to Rs 150 billion at the national level, following timely and effective measures taken to enhance transparency and competition in the procurement process. Leghari said improved transparency and the adoption of international competitive standards have helped power distribution companies procure smart meters

December 15, 2025

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Smart meter prices cut by up to 40%: Energy Minister

This representative image shows an electricity meter. — APP/File ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Power Awais Ahmed Khan Leghari said on Monday that smart meter rates for Electricity Distribution Companies (Discos) have been reduced by up to 40%. In a statement, the power minister said the move would yield an estimated annual savings of Rs 150 billion nationally. He stated that the adoption of transparent and internationally competitive procurement processes has reduced the price of a three-phase smart meter from around Rs 45,000 to Rs 25,000, bringing it close to the price of a conventional three-phase meter. Similarly, the price of

June 23, 2025

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AI Gamble must be smart, not only fast

Listen to the article Islamabad: The future of data exchange changed drastically when the US realized that September 11 was a failure of information services to act on then available data and therefore called the incident a “data fusion” crisis. The US Department of Homeland Safety began to create a powerful network of “fusion centers”-state and local organizations that allow real-time exchange of critical intelligence and set of data between two or more government units to identify red flags. Fast forward by 2025, and now artificial intelligence (AI) undertakes such “fusion centers” worldwide – with potential that is endless. AI

Meghan Markle makes smart move to the deal with business

Meghan Markle makes smart move to the deal with business Meghan Markle again has wings with royal fans with an instagram position. In Instagram’s story, Meghan shared a message from Ukraine Vice President this weekend, and Prince Harry as “Your Royal Highness”. Their message thanked them for their efforts to help the country who have been piercing the war. “Your Royal Highness, I would like to express my sincere thanks for everything your family does for Ukraine,” it started. However, HRH is a title asked by the Duke and the Duchess of Sussex to stop using when they resigned as

April 10, 2025

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Karachi is promoted for PSL X as police release smart traffic plan

Traffic is moving under a bridge showing a banner from the Plantation Tree Monsoon campaign in Karachi, Pakistan on July 5, 2022. – Reuters Karachi: Police have released a comprehensive traffic plan in front of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) X, which will begin on April 11, 2025. According to traffic police, the National Coach Center and China will serve as designated parking spaces. Both pieces in Sir Shah Sulaiman Road will remain open for traffic. The traffic from the Karsaz area will be diverted to Habib Ibrahim Rehmatullah and then to Sir Shah Sulaiman Road, police said. Vehicles from

April 7, 2025

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Here are 10 smart ways

Listen to the article With summer temperatures rising, demand for rejuvenating fruits such as watermelon has increased – and thus have concerns about adulteration. Watermelons, consisting of over 90% water, are a popular seasonal fruit filled with basic vitamins A, C and B6 and antioxidants such as lycopene. Fruit also contains potassium, magnesium and citrulline amino acids, which support cardiovascular health and muscle recovery. However, some sellers can artificially enhance the color of the fruit or inject chemicals to make them look more attractive. To help consumers make safe options here are 10 tips to choose the right watermelon: 1.

April 2, 2025

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Pakistan collapses at the beginning of 293 execution against New Zealand

Pakistan’s hunt has gone from bad to worse as they stumble at 72/6 after 21 overs in the pursuit of 293 against New Zealand. Their top -class collapse let them unfold on 32/5 in 12 overs and their struggles continued as Tayyab Tahir (13) became the last accident, falling to Nathan Smith at 21st. Faheem Ashraf (26*) has shown some resistance, playing intentionally, but the required value of 7.62 adds to Pakistan’s problems. The New Zealand Splermilists were relentless, keeping the tight lines and taking advantage of the conditions effectively. Will O’Rourke (1/8), Jacob Duffy (2/18) and Ben Sears (2/9)

Residents reveal the smart features of the world’s top cities in 2024

A collage of photos from five cities ranked among the top 20 metropolises. — Reuters/File Rising global temperature and environmental changes are obstacles for cities trying to adopt a sustainable future. Every year, the International Institute for Management Development (IMD) ranks the smartest cities in the world. The BBC interviewed the residents of five of the highest-ranked cities in 2024. Surprisingly, not a single city from North America or Africa made the top 20 this year. Most of the top 20 cities are from Europe and Asia. Speaking to BBCresidents highlighted the features of the first-ranked cities that made those

July 14, 2024

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China’s smart ports boost growing foreign trade

Automated container cranes and driverless transport vehicles are engaged in unloading and transporting containers at Tianjin Port in Tianjin Municipality, northern China. Smart port construction, which incorporates technologies such as 5G, AI, autonomous driving and cloud computing, has completely transformed Tianjin Port. The port is now the world’s first zero-carbon smart terminal. The smart terminal increases the operating efficiency of a single crane by more than 40 percent and reduces labor costs by 60 percent. In recent years, China has been vigorously developing smart transportation and logistics as it pushes to build world-class smart and green ports. In addition to

Eat smart in your 40s to be healthier in your 70s: study

This representational image shows a bowl of salad. — Pexels A recent study by Harvard researchers found that if you eat a diet rich in fruits and vegetables, whole grains and unsaturated fats in middle age, you may live better later. The study, which was presented at a major nutrition conference earlier this week, suggested that eating well in your 40s can improve your chances of good mental, physical and cognitive health decades later. NBC News mentionted. That’s because incorporating a healthy diet early in life potentially lowers your risk of chronic disease and helps maintain cognitive function in older

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