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Fruit and vegetable costs rise by 150% as a result of strikes and sit-ins.

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Following extensive strikes by trader associations and political sit-ins around the nation, the prices of fruits and vegetables have increased by as much as 150%.

Worse, things have gotten worse because of the latest road closures in Balochistan, especially in Gwadar. Transport of products has been severely disrupted for the last four days as a result of roadblocks caused by protests in Balochistan. Prices in Quetta have dramatically spiked by Rs100 to Rs150 per kilogramme as a result of cars transporting necessary supplies becoming stalled.

Exorbitant prices are being charged for fruits and vegetables that were formerly reasonably priced. In just a few days, the price of tomatoes went from Rs80 per kg to Rs140, while the price of okra, or bhindi, shot up from Rs150 per kg to Rs400.

Pease is now available for Rs. 100 to Rs. 250 per kg, while apples have also gone up by Rs. 100. In a similar vein, the price of a kilogramme of pumpkin has gone from Rs. 120 to Rs. 200.

While the goods transporters’ strike in Punjab has ended, retailers have been accused of exploiting the situation by arbitrarily raising the price of food items. Price increases of 20% have been reported for commodities including rice, beans, and masalas in the major grain market in south Punjab, among other places. Shop owners are alleged to have unfairly inflated prices even after the strike ended, severely taxing the incomes of the populace.

Perishable goods damage and escalating inflationary pressures are further consequences of the ongoing disruptions. People’s anger at the rising expense of living is becoming more and more evident, and they are urging the government to step in and stabilise food prices as well as solve supply chain problems.

The market price of pulses and rice has reportedly gone up by 20% so far as a result of the walkout, according to residents. The people are concerned about inflation on the one hand, while their cargo is being destroyed by the stopping of commodity vehicles on the other.

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Instagram releases a kid-focused feature.

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With the help of this new Instagram function, parents will have more control over what their kids do online.

New users between the ages of 13 and 15 will have their Teen Accounts enabled immediately, while current users in the US, UK, Canada, and Australia will be gradually transferred to the new accounts over the course of the following 60 days.

Important characteristics of teen accounts

Teen accounts are by default set to private, which limits the display of their posts to authorized followers and keeps non-followers from getting in touch with them.

Restrictions on Teen Messaging: To minimize unwanted encounters, teens are only able to message people they follow or already have a connection with.

Control of Sensitive Content: Tight settings will prevent exposure to potentially dangerous content, like advertisements for cosmetic procedures or violent content.

Parental Control: Guardians can keep an eye on their offspring’s internet behavior, such as direct messaging and content intake.

Positive Content: By allowing teenagers to research interests, like sports, music, or the arts, they can enhance their online experience.

Extra protection

Reminding teenagers to take breaks after 60 minutes of app use is part of the daily limit.

Sleep mode: To encourage sound sleep habits, automatically mute notifications between 10 p.m. and 7 a.m.

Using artificial intelligence to power age verification, underage individuals can be identified and moved to teen accounts.

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Asif Ali hopes to be called up for Pakistan after a great Champions Cup performance.

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In yesterday’s 92-run defeat against Markhors, Asif Ali, who is playing for the Dolphins under Saud Shakeel, scored a fast half-century.

Asif stated in an interview with a local news station that he wanted to do well enough throughout the competition to possibly earn a spot back on the national squad.

He also disclosed that, prior to making his international debut, he batted at number four in domestic cricket but was forced to settle for number six. The energetic batter had a new task because of the
in batting order.

Asif stated, “Going from No. 4 to No. 6 is not easy.” “It’s critical to train properly for your position in international cricket. It can be challenging to drop to a lower position at the international level if you’re used to playing higher up the order at home.

He talked candidly about the Dolphins’ defeat against the Markhorses as well, stating that given the pitch conditions, he would not have chosen to field first.

“Batting was challenging because the pitch favored bowlers in the latter parts of the game,” he remarked. Because of the early dampness, the Dolphins’ management decided to field first.

He then on, “If they had asked me, I would have told them to bat first and not fall for that.”

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Report: Solar is expected to set new records this year.

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In 2023, there was an expected 87% increase in growth. This year’s increase is 29% over the previous one, according to the research.

The cheapest source of electricity globally is solar power, and as such, it is expanding quicker than many anticipated, according to Euan Graham, an Ember electricity data analyst.

Ember estimates demonstrate the rapid growth of solar energy: in 2024 alone, new solar capacity will surpass the 540 GW of additional coal power added globally since 2010.

Expected to add 334 GW, or 56 percent of the global total in 2024, China continues to lead the globe in this industry.

According to the survey, it is followed by the US, India, Germany, and Brazil. These five nations will account for 75% of the new solar capacity in 2024.

According to the research, maintaining the sector’s growth required grid capacity and battery storage.

“Providing enough grid capacity and developing battery storage is critical for handling electricity distribution and supporting solar outside of peak sunlight hours as solar becomes more inexpensive and accessible,” the statement stated.

“Solar power might continue to surpass forecasts for the remainder of the decade if these issues are resolved and development is sustained.”

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