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Government eliminates 220 NA Secretariat positions.

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The implementation of the austerity plan was approved by the Senate Finance Committee.

Within the National Assembly Secretariat, the plan encompassed a thorough examination and enhancement of the procedures for identifying, removing, assigning, and advancing roles. Moreover, it makes these procedures more transparent.

The first two of the three stages that make up the cost-cutting measures’ implementation have already been finished.

An annual savings of Rs 255 million were achieved in the first phase with the elimination of 90 superfluous positions across various grades.

Further savings of more than Rs 307 million were made yearly by eliminating 130 posts in the second phase, which covered grades 1 through 19.

All of these steps combined will result in annual savings of about Rs 563 million, with an additional Rs 400 million in savings anticipated from the third phase.

The ultimate goal of saving Rs 1 billion annually was the focus of Speaker Sardar Ayaz Sadiq’s initiatives.

The National Assembly Secretariat will no longer be hiring new staff members, according per a press release released on Thursday by the Finance Committee.

A subcommittee has been established to examine the 2018 National Assembly Secretariat Employees Act and bring it into compliance with the 1973 Civil Servants Act.

These revisions aim to enhance the promotion and appointment procedures and guarantee that the Secretariat’s staffing numbers correspond to its real demands.

Additionally, the gathering was informed that the National Assembly Secretariat has established a “Ticketing and Lodging Committee,” with officials from all relevant agencies participating.

Additionally, in order to use current technology to reduce paper waste, the meeting voted to start the process of digitizing the National Assembly Secretariat.

Aside from that, Speaker Sardar Ayaz Sadiq ordered that more blocks in the Parliament Lodges be built within the allotted period.

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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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