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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...

Death toll from heatstroke in Karachi reaches 49

KARACHI: Four people lost their lives in Karachi during the ongoing heatwave, taking the death toll to 49 since June 21, confirmed the Sindh Heath Department. In a statement, the health department said that Abbasi Shaheed Hospital reported four deaths from heatstroke in 24 hours. During the 10 days, Abbasi Shaheed Hospital recorded 23 deaths from heatstroke,...

2 siblings die as house catches fire after laptop battery explosion

FAISALABAD: Two children died and seven others suffered burn injuries after a fire erupted at the house due to an explosion of a laptop battery. The incident occurred at a house located in located at the Satyana road of Shareef Pura neighbourhood caught fire as laptop battery exploded while charging. Rescue officials said the battery got overheated...

Four workers electrocuted in well at construction site in Faisalabad

FAISALABAD: Four workers of public health engineering construction site were electrocuted and drowned in a well on Thursday in Tandlianwala town of district Faisalabad. The workers were identified as 35-year-old guard Shafiq, 36-year-old Arsalan, 40-year-old Burhan, and 40-year-old Asghar. The incident happened near Chak 263 RB Cemetery when an iron ladder in the well became electrified, causing...