YOUTH
Students from Pakistan Shine at Huawei ICT Competition Global Final
By: Awais Abbasi
Shenzhen, China: The Huawei ICT Competition 2022-2023 Global Final concluded...
Opinions
WOMEN
Empowering Media for Gender Justice: GNMI Shines ‘Spotlight on GBV Reporting’ Workshop Series
By: Asim Nawaz
ISLAMABAD: In collaboration with the Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL), the Global Neighborhood for Media Innovation (GNMI) is currently organizing a series of workshops titled "Spotlight on...
Coalition of Global Organizations Urges Governments to Prioritize Access to Health Services at World Health Assembly
By: Asim Nawaz Abbasi
Geneva, Switzerland: A powerful coalition of nearly 20 global organizations has issued a resounding call to governments worldwide, urging them to take immediate action to ensure that citizens have access...
Pakistani rights activist Ayesha calls for women-focused digitalization at the UN
By: Our Correspondent
NEW YORK: Ayesha Amin, a social entrepreneur and a gender justice activist who is the Founder of Baithak -Challenging Taboos emphasized the importance of expanding tech access to girls and women...
Google to host 7 Women Techmakers events to support over 1,550 women developers in Pakistan, starting from International Women’s Day
ISLAMABAD: Google is organizing seven Women Techmakers (WTM) events in Pakistan this year to support and empower more than 1,550 women developers across five cities. WTM is a global initiative by Google to...
PAKISTAN
FAO Warns of Potential Food Security Crisis in Pakistan Amid Worsening Economic and Political Crisis
By: Asem Mustafa Awan
The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations has warned that if the economic and political crisis in Pakistan worsens, the country may face the problem of food...
PILDAT Calls for Timely and Fair General Election in Pakistan by October 2023
STAFF REPORTER
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Institute of Legislative Development and Transparency (PILDAT) has issued a statement urging the Election Commission of Pakistan to ensure that the General Election for the National and Provincial Assemblies...
HEC Budget Set to Increase, Federal Ministry of Education Faces Budget Cut in Upcoming Budget
By: Qasim Nawaz Abbasi
ISLAMABAD: In the upcoming fiscal year of 2023-24, the budget for the Higher Education Commission (HEC) under the Public Sector Development Program (PSDP) is set to be 45 billion rupees,...
PILDAT Calls for Political Dialogue on General Election Date, Emphasizing Rule of Law in Pakistan
By: Maleeha Khan
ISLAMABAD: PILDAT has lauded the Supreme Court’s continued stance supporting the resolution of the political impasse on holding a free and fair general election in Pakistan on the same day. Urging...
HEALTH
Raising Tobacco Taxation: A Win-Win Solution for Pakistan’s Economy & Public Health, Say Health Activists
TD NEWS
ISLAMABAD: In a compelling plea, health activists have called upon the government to stand firm in its commitment to raise tobacco taxation, citing the potential for enhanced revenue generation for the national...
World Bee Day
By: Muhammad Zeeshan Qureshi
Each year, around the globe ‘World Bee Day’ is celebrated on 20th of May with a sole motive to acknowledge the role of bees and other pollinators for the...
Ufone 4G and Pakistan Polio Programme join hands for Polio eradication in Pakistan
NEWS DESK
ISLAMABAD: Ufone 4G, a Pakistani Telecommunication company has embarked on a shared initiative with the Polio Eradication Initiative (PEI) in Pakistan to raise awareness amongst the citizens regarding the importance of polio eradication through vaccination. In...
Millets: A Nutritious and Sustainable Food Crop for Pakistan
NEWS DESK
Millets are a group of small-seeded grasses that have been cultivated for thousands of years around the world. In Pakistan, millets have not been as widely adopted as a food crop for...
SPORTS
Pakistan Commences Second Phase Trials to Select Street Children Team for 2023 Norway Cup
By: Abubakar Bin Tallat
ISLAMABAD: In an effort to identify...
Pakistani Cricket Stars Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan Make History by Enrolling in Harvard Business School Program
By: Abubakar Bin Tallat
KARACHI: In a groundbreaking move, renowned...
RCA Management Holds Colorful Prize Distribution Ceremony, Recognizing Cricket Excellence in Riyadh
By: Abubakar Bin Tallat
RIYADH: The RCA Management organized a...
German Consulate hosts reception for Special Olympics Pakistan contingent
By: Muhammad Faheem Anwar
ISLAMABAD: The grand ceremony in...
INTERNATIONAL
Empowering Youth: Pakistani Representative Urges Greater Participation in Intergovernmental Decision-Making at UN Youth Forum
TD DESK
NEW YORK: Young Pakistani leader Fsahat ul Hassan...
Recent Earthquake in Turkey: Time to join hands and Show Solidarity
By: Sardar Samiullah Abbasi
More than 36,000 people have been...
Argentina considering Messi’s picture on currency notes after World Cup win
WEB DESK
Argentine media revealed that the Central Bank of...
Environment
Challenges and Opportunities for Sustainable Development in Gilgit-Baltistan: Focusing on Eco-Friendly Tourism and Renewable Energy
By: Maqsood Shahi
Gilgit-Baltistan, with its breathtaking landscapes, snow-capped mountains, and vibrant culture, possesses immense importance. The region is home to several world-renowned tourist destinations,...
Why We Need a Holistic Approach to Tackle Plastic Pollution
By: Huria Liaqat
Plastic pollution has become an emerging concern reckoning havoc across the globe posing threats to nature and living beings due to its...