In Europe, Tesla Sales Are Rising Despite Views on Elon Musk
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Small Plane Crashes Into Tallest Building in Beijing
Crowds in the capital’s central business district fled as the crash sent debris falling into the streets below.
5.1-magnitude quake jolts parts of Balochistan
A 5.1-magnitude earthquake jolted parts of Balochistan on Friday, according to the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD).
In a press release, the PMD said the quake’s epicentre was 60 kilometres northeast of Kohlu and that it was felt in the Zhob, Barkhan and Rakhni areas.
PMD further said that the quake occurred at 4:48pm at a depth of 17km.
Meanwhile, the United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported that a 5.2 magnitude quake was recorded north-northeast of Barkhan, at a depth of 10km.
Earlier this week, a 5.4-magnitude earthquake jolted parts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Punjab and Islamabad on Monday.
According to the PMD, the earthquake was recorded at 3:22pm at a depth of 215km with the Hindu Kush region in Afghanistan as its epicentre.
It was felt in Peshawar, Islamabad, Mansehra, Swat, Battagram, Abbottabad, Lahore, Rawalpindi, Attock, Chakwal, Mianwali, Multan and Potohar region, among other areas.
Last month, at least one person was killed and 11 others were injured after several houses were seriously damaged following a reported earthquake in Jhelum’s Pind Dadan Khan tehsil, the area administration said.
According to a press release issued by the PMD, an earthquake measuring 4.8 struck the region.
Pakistan falls on three major tectonic plates — the Arabian, Euro-Asian and Indian — which create five seismic zones under the country. The intersection of multiple fault lines means that tectonic movements remain a frequent occurrence in the region.
Four-tier security in place ahead of Ashura, says CCPO
Lahore – Lahore Police have implemented a comprehensive security plan to maintain law and order and ensure the safety of mourners during the observance of the 9th of Muharram. More than 11,000 police officers and personnel have been deployed across the city to perform security duties. According to a statement issued by Capital City Police Officer Lahore Bilal Siddique Kamyana, extensive security arrangements have been made for 386 majalis and 81 mourning processions. He said that strict implementation of the security Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) issued by the Punjab government, as well as Section 144 restrictions, is being ensured. A complete ban on pillion riding on motorcycles will remain in force on the 9th and 10th of Muharram. The CCPO further stated that enforcement of the Loudspeaker Act is being strictly monitored. Shops and markets located along procession routes will remain closed, while standing on the rooftops of buildings and shops surrounding the processions will not be permitted. Organizers and participants will also be required to adhere to designated timings and approved routes for majalis and processions. Bilal Siddique Kamyana said that mourners are being provided with a robust four-tier security cover, supported by walk-through gates, metal detectors and other modern security equipment. He added that, in coordination with procession and majalis organizers, the screening and checking process for participants has been further strengthened. Processions and majalis are being monitored around the clock through live digital surveillance by the Punjab Safe Cities Authority and other monitoring centers. Divisional SPs have been directed to maintain close coordination with peace committee members and procession organizers, while Dolphin Squad, Police Response Unit (PRU) and Elite Force teams continue patrols around majalis and procession routes. The CCPO also urged citizens not to pay attention to rumors or fake news and to remain vigilant against miscreants while promoting unity and harmony within the community.
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