Weather Forecast for First Ramadan on 30th June, 2014

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Pakistan Metrological Department has announced that 1st Ramadan of 2014 will hold on 30th June. Director General of the department has said there are no chances of Ramadan's moon sighting on 28th of the month. Talking to a private media channel, DG Arif Mehmood said that there is no possibility of moon sighting on Saturday the 28th June, 2014. The minimum age of moon must be more than 31 hours for making the activity of sighting eligible, he further said. Monday, 30 June most probably will be the first fasting day in Pakistan in 2014 which may be seen in the country after 50 minutes of sunset. The weather forecast for first Ramadan will be partially cloudy and hot  in most parts of the country with couple of thundershowers are expected in Islamabad and Kashmir regions.

Good News: Electricity Cost Reduced!

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According to NEPRA representative, the cost of electricity has been 0.82/unit cut down. National Electricity Power Regulatory Authority has announced the news on 24th June, 2014. Current electricity bills will not be entertained with the new price. The new price will be applied from July. During a hearing and discussion in NEPRA, the Central Power Purchasing Agency has told that electricity production increased in the month of May. In the meeting, it was also explored that price of Furnace Oil and Line Losses has also reduced by 0.78/unit and 0.14/unit respectively.

During the month, the total production of Electricity was 7660000000 units while the cost of electricity production was amounting to 62000000000. Therefore, the cost saved during the month was amounting to 18000000000 which allowed consumer to enjoy reduced priced of 0.82/unit in their upcoming electricity bills. It was also discussed that why production from Uch-I and Uch-II is not utilized. NTDC official told that no transmission line is available for electricity coming from Uch-II therefore, supply is interrupted.

On this, authority suggested the government to take early actions for developing transmission line so that electricity can be utilized from Uch-II also. NEPRA agreed the suggestion and approved the 0.82/unit reduction in electricity price.

A Doctor's Advice to Diabetic People For Ramadan

According to a medical research in Pakistan, diabetic patients should consult with their doctor before fasting in Ramadan 2014. The constantly fluctuation in diabetes can result in various complications. "Health & Fasting" seminar held in Islamabad on 24th June regarding awareness of diabetic people.

While addressing to seminar, Dr. Osama Ishtiaq, endocrinologist said that due to consecutive fluctuation in blood sugar level, the chances of dehydration increase. Although all diabetic patients do not suffer from this risk however, it is our advice to all those people who have diabetes to consult their doctor before keeping fast, he said.

Dr. Osama revealed that approximately 50 million Muslims from all over the world will observe fasting in 2014. In fasting it is a big challenge to maintain the level of blood and diet, he explained the audience. Therefore, due to these issues in diabetic patients, health can be adversely affected. According to endocrinologist, patient should make every effort to keep the level of insulin.

Dr. Zainab Ghayyur also addressed on the occasion. She said diabetic person should be careful for his diet needs during Ramadan 2014. She advised the audience that overeating during Sehar and Aftar is very dangerous of patients. Necessary actions must be taken to streamline life style in order to enjoy healthier life, she added.

Footage of Firing on PIA Plane at Peshawar Airport

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On 24th June, 2014 at Peshawar Airport, a PIA passenger plan arrived from Saudi Arab, became victim of firing. One woman died in the result. According to PIA representative, firing started during the landing of flight. The flight No. PK756 was flying with 196 passengers, the official told. The actual damage will be calculated after initial reports. According to SSP Operations, Mujeeb-ur-Rehman, 5 bullets hit the plan out of total 12 fired. Resources told that flight operations at Peshawar Airport were immediately stopped after the incident. 2 persons also injured in result of the firing incident.