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Pakistan Senate Considers Ban on All Social Media Platforms

3Mar

By Aqsa Azam1 Comment

Pakistan

Pakistan Senate Considers Ban on All Social Media Platforms

A resolution to ban major social media platforms like Facebook, TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube was recently submitted to the Pakistan Senate. It's scheduled to be discussed in the upcoming session. People who support the social media ban argue it's necessary to address real issues. While others worry it restricts freedom of speech and access to information. A new resolution has been put forward in the Senate, suggesting a ban on several social media sites. This includes well-known platforms like Facebook, TikTok, Instagram, X, and YouTube. The resolution is scheduled for discussion in the Senate on Monday. The reasoning behind this proposal is to safeguard the younger generation from what it describes as the harmful effects of these platforms. Senator Bahramand Tangi from the Pakist...

Cotton Candy Banned in India Over Cancer Concerns

24Feb

By Aqsa AzamNo Comments

Global

Cotton Candy Banned in India Over Cancer Concerns

Several states in India have taken action against cotton candy, a popular sweet treat because it might be linked to cancer. In Tamil Nadu, officials found a dangerous substance called Rhodamine-B in cotton floss samples during tests. The government of Tamil Nadu has decided to stop the sale of cotton candy. The decision came after tests showed it might contain chemicals that can cause cancer. The Health Minister, M Subramanian, has asked food safety officers to act strictly. The Food Analysis Laboratory reported a chemical called Rhodamine-B in different sweets, including this tasty candy. Manufacturers typically use this chemical to give items a pink or red appearance, such as in textiles or cosmetics. But it's harmful to people and can lead to cancer. It is also used to make chili...

Bollywood Film ‘Fighter’ Faces Ban in Gulf Countries

27Jan

By Aqsa Azam1 Comment

Showbiz

Bollywood Film ‘Fighter’ Faces Ban in Gulf Countries

The highly anticipated Bollywood film "Fighter" starring Hrithik Roshan and Deepika Padukone has faced a significant hurdle in its release plans. This situation is a major setback for the film's box office prospects. As the Gulf region is a significant market for Bollywood movies. The release of the Bollywood movie "Fighter," starring Hrithik Roshan and Deepika Padukone, has hit a roadblock in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Despite initially avoiding restrictions in other Gulf nations, recent reports from Bollywood Hungama and Times of India reveal that Fighter has now been stopped from releasing in the UAE. The film's storyline, which revolves around India's response to the Pulwama terrorist attack. It has raised concerns, leading to its ban in several regions. Initially, reports ...

Paris to ban rental e-scooters from September 2023

15Apr

By Muhammad Dastageer ShamsNo Comments

Global

Paris to ban rental e-scooters from September 2023

The decision of Paris to ban rental e-scooters is not surprising. Paris, the city of lights, has become one of the most congested cities in Europe. All sorts of transportation crowd the streets of Paris, with over 2 million inhabitants and millions of tourists each year. In recent years, electric scooters have become increasingly popular in the city. They have also caused many problems, including accidents, noise pollution, and sidewalks blocked with abandoned scooters. To tackle these issues, the Paris City Council has announced a ban on rental e-scooters from September. The city has been trying to regulate the use of these devices for a while. In 2019, the Paris City Council introduced a set of rules for e-scooter operators. Such as limiting their speed to 20 km/h, requiring ...

2Jan

By Muhammad Dastageer ShamsNo Comments

Pakistan

EU going to lift the ban on PIA soon

The EU is going to lift a travel ban on Pakistan’s National Airline PIA. Pakistan International Airlines (PIA’s) CEO Arshad Malik announced the good news on Thursday. He said that the airline is likely to resume operations in the European Union. The operations will begin in the following month once PIA has received approval from international aviation auditors. Auditors may finish the audit of the PIA and the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) by the end of next month. Mr. Navaid Malik is serving as the director of Pakistan International Airlines. He announced the good news to the media. Moreover, he said that they have high hopes that this audit will cause the EU to lift the ban on PIA. He stated that international safety organizations would also visit Pakistan later this month or earl...