Tag: lockdown
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Schools to reopen in districts with less than 5% covid positivity ratio: NCOC
The National Command and Operations Centre on Wednesday allowed the reopening of schools in districts with less than five per cent coronavirus positivity ratio. The meeting reviewed the ongoing situation of coronavirus in the country. Key decisions From May 24, outdoor restaurants will be opened daily till 11:59 pm, and takeaway will be allowed 24/7.…
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Eid in lockdown: Do’s and Don’ts
Eid this year will be different again due to rising cases of coronavirus and lockdown rules. However, this doesn’t mean that Eid will be boring. Here’s a list of do’s and don’ts you should follow this Eid to remain safe and healthy and make the most of your holiday. What you should NOT do this…
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Need an Eid cake? Here’s where you can order from
While Eid ul-Fitr celebrations this year will be different due to the ongoing pandemic and restrictions, one thing that remains constant is starting the day with something sweet. Though everyone must follow SOPs and avoid going out unnecessarily that doesn’t mean we give up on our sweet tooth. Most home-based businesses are now fully booked…
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Two-week lockdown in 20 cities by May 3?
The National Command and Operation Centre (NCOC) has sought input of provincial governments for a two-week lockdown in 20 cities. Pakistan’s top monitoring body wrote letters to the provincial authorities where the coronavirus situation is extremely bad and the restrictions imposed by the authorities have failed to stem the spread. Within the past 24 hours,…
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Shaniera Akram’s emotional note for husband on being apart is relatable
Shaniera Akram’s emotional note for Wasim Akram on being away for 145 days is highly relatable if you are someone living away from your family, husband or loved ones. Sharing a picture of herself and Wasim, Shaniera said: “145 days we have been apart! The longest ever. Although my heart is breaking everyday I have…
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COVID-19: Punjab to impose lockdown in districts with over 12% positivity rate
The Punjab government has decided to impose lockdowns in districts with a COVID-19 positivity rate of more than 12 per cent from April 1 to control the spread of the virus. Talking to media, Punjab Chief Minister Usman Buzdar said the lockdown will continue till April 11. He added that this will be reviewed by…
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COVID-19: Here’s what you can and cannot do amid lockdown in Punjab
Amid a drastic rise in COVID-19 cases in Punjab, the provincial government has decided to reimpose numerous restrictions in different districts of the province. Punjab Chief Minister Usman Buzdar tweeted an update on the new restrictions, saying that COVID-19 cases, especially the UK variant, were spreading across the province rapidly. “According to the advice of…
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Punjab government to reimpose COVID restrictions to curb virus spread
Amid a drastic increase in COVID-19 cases in Punjab, Chief Minister Usman Buzdar has announced that Covid-related restrictions will be reimposed in the province. “Coronavirus, especially the UK- variant is spreading alarmingly in some cities of Punjab,” stated the Punjab CM, adding that strict SOP’s will be implemented in regions where positivity rate is more…
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Peshawar imposes smart lockdown in several areas
The local administration in Peshawar on Saturday has imposed a smart lockdown in different areas of the city after a surge in COVID-19 cases. According to details, the lockdown has been imposed in: YakaToot Bazar Hayatabad Phase 4, streets 4,5 and 6 Hayatabad Phase 3, streets 1 and 2 Warsak Road Khushal Town People in…
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‘TikToker’ is now a real word
Collins Dictionary has officially recognised TikToker as a real-world, describing it as “someone who shares content on the social media platform TikTok”. TikTok is an app that can be used for creating and sharing short videos. It was initially launched as Douyin in September 2016 in China. The following year, the app was launched by…