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How to stay responsible during power theft drives

Power theft is a serious issue that threatens both safety and infrastructure. To combat this, utility companies frequently conduct drives to identify and remove illegal “kunda” connections. These campaigns are crucial for community safety, but they also require public awareness and cooperation to be effective. Illegal ‘kunda’ connections bypass meters and safety systems, overloading transformers, causing...

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Hidden dangers of power theft: Why ‘kunda’ connections are deadly

Power theft, often done through illegal “kunda” connections, may seem like a shortcut to avoid electricity bills, but it carries deadly risks. Beyond financial losses for utility companies, these unauthorized connections put lives at risk, and can lead to devastating accidents. The Safety Risks Electrocution Hazards Kunda connections bypass safety meters and wiring regulations. Exposed wires and makeshift...

Tackling microplastic pollution critical for protecting public health: PM’s aide

ISLAMABAD: Coordinator to Prime Minister on Climate Change, Romina Khurshid Alam said that although Pakistan ranks at the lowest among countries facing mounting risk of human uptake of microplastics through various food and non-food sources, the present government remains committed to taking measures for tackling the menace to protect public health and the environment. In a...

Islamabad launches Climate Change Fund to combat environmental degradation

ISLAMABAD: In a landmark move, the Capital Development Authority (CDA) has established a Climate Change Fund, aimed at mitigating the impacts of climate change in Islamabad. This initiative by Federal Minister for Interior Mohsin Naqvi marks a significant step towards addressing environmental concerns in the region. Commending the efforts, Interior Minister Naqvi praised CDA Chairman Muhammad Ali...

99.4% children exposed to second hand smoke in Karachi: study

KARACHI: A study by researchers has uncovered a concerning prevalence of second-hand smoking (SHS) exposure among children in Pakistan and Bangladesh, affecting 95 percent of the young population. The study, published in the Nicotine and Tobacco Research Journal, was conducted by the Aga Khan University's Department of Community Health Sciences and Medicine. The research reveals an exceptionally...

NDMA warns of urban flooding risk in Karachi, Hyderabad

KARACHI: The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has warned authorities concerned of urban flooding in Sindh, including Karachi and Hyderabad, ahead of expected heavy rains and thunderstorms. In a statement, NDMA’s National Emergencies Operation Center said that scattered rainfall, windstorms, and thunderstorms were expected across various regions of the Sindh province, including Karachi, Hyderabad, Thatta, Umerkot,...