YOUTH
Pakistan to Train 200,000 Youth in IT and AI with Huawei’s Support
ISLAMABAD: Minister for Information Technology and Telecommunication Shaza Fatima Khawaja announced on...
Opinions
WOMEN
Transgender-Led Pakistani Startup Registers as LLC in USA
OUR CORRESPONDENT
ISLAMABAD: Pink Center, a startup led by transgender entrepreneurs from Pakistan, has achieved a significant milestone by registering as an LLC in Delaware, USA. This marks the first time a transgender-led business...
The Forgotten Half: Empowering Pakistani Women in the Workplace
By: Abrar Hussain
As a nation, we pride ourselves on our resilience and determination, yet we neglect a crucial segment of our population – our women. Despite comprising half of our society, Pakistani women...
Pakistani SRHR Leaders Engage in ICPD30 Global Dialogue on Demographic Diversity and Sustainable Development in Dhaka
By: Asim Nawaz
ISLAMABAD: A distinguished group of Pakistani SRHR Leaders recently participated in the ICPD30 | Global Dialogue on Demographic Diversity and Sustainable Development, held on May 15-16, 2024, in Dhaka, Bangladesh. This...
Civil Society Supports the Amendment Bill to Prevent Child Marriage in Punjab
By: Maleeha Khan
LAHORE - Human rights activists welcomed the introduction of the Punjab Child Marriage Restraint Bill, 2024, and urged the Punjab government to pass this crucial legislation to prevent child marriage. They called...
PAKISTAN
Saudi Arabia Grants Citizenship to Global Talents in Line with Vision 2030 Goals
Monitoring Desk
Riyadh: A Royal decree was issued to grant Saudi citizenships to a number of scientists, medical doctors, researchers, innovators, entrepreneurs, and distinguished talents with unique expertise and specializations. The announcement is made...
The Majority of Died Pilgrims During This Year’s Hajj Season Didn’t have Permits to Perform Hajj
NEWS DESK
Jeddah: Officials from several countries have confirmed that most of their pilgrims who passed away during the 1445 Hajj season were individuals who entered Saudi Arabia on tourism or visit visas months...
Consultative workshop for the Digital FDI Enabling Project Held
By: Zoya Anwar
ISLAMABAD: A consultative workshop on the ongoing Digital Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) Enabling Project was held in Islamabad on Tuesday. The discussion centered on the creation of an enabling environment to...
Health Activists Proposed 26% Increase on Tobacco Products
NEWS DESK
ISLAMABAD: The Society for the Protection of the Rights of the Child (SPARC), held a briefing session with journalists on Wednesday at a local hotel in which it was shared that SPARC...
HEALTH
A New Dawn: Transforming Lives through Free Corneal Transplants
SUKKUR: Tajamul Hussain, who endured corneal blindness for around eight years due to limited access to medical care and awareness, recently received a life-changing corneal transplant at the Duri Bai Khemani Eye Care...
Exercise: The Do’s and Dont’s
By: Muhammad Ismail Khalid
For individuals aged 18-64, the World Health Organization recommends at least 150–300 minutes (about 5 hours) of moderate-intensity aerobic physical activity, or at least 75–150 minutes (about 2 and...
Migraine: A Disability to Reckon With
By: Muhammad Ismail Khalid Yousaf
Migraine is a debilitating, complex neurological disease, with headaches as its most significant and common symptom. It includes a range of associated symptoms such as sensitivity to light and...
Health Activists Urge 26% Cigarette Tax Hike in 2024-25 Budget for Economic and Public Health Benefits
OUR CORRESPONDENT
ISLAMABAD: The Special Investment Facilitation Council’s (SIFC) previous work on investing in better economic decisions has been appreciated. Tobacco tops the list when it comes to increasing taxes on non-essential items to...
SPORTS
Omar Iftikhar’s new book, Player AI, launched
By: Saman Perveiz
Karachi: Muhammad Omar Iftikhar's latest book, and...
Rain Halts Opening T20 Match Between Pakistan and New Zealand
By: Asim Nawaz
RAWALPINDI: The first match of the T20...
Army, Wapda triumphs All Pakistan Ramadan Cup Basketball Titles
ISLAMABAD: Unbeatable Pakistan Army and Wapda A emerged victorious...
International Cricket Schedule for Season 2024-25 Announced
By: Muhammad Saad Abbasi
MELBOURNE: A Men’s five-Test Match Border-Gavaskar...
INTERNATIONAL
The Majority of Died Pilgrims During This Year’s Hajj Season Didn’t have Permits to Perform Hajj
NEWS DESK
Jeddah: Officials from several countries have confirmed that...
The Indo-Pacific Chessboard: U.S. Alliances, China’s Response, and Global Implications
By: Malaika Rao
The Indo-Pacific region, stretching from the United...
The Dilemma of the Iran-Pakistan Peace Pipeline
By: Abeera Rehman
The Pak-Iran gas pipeline, also called the...
UNFPA and Global Leaders Launch Dialogue in Dhaka to Address Demographic Diversity and Rights-Based Policies
The dialogue also brought more than 200 participants including...
Environment
Abbottabad’s Unseen Bomb: The Future Blast of Waste Management
By: Rimsha Sarwar
In Pakistan’s northern regions, Abbottabad is renowned for its scenic landscapes and historical landmarks. However, beneath its picturesque charm lies a mounting...
Climate change in Pakistan: Â postcolonialism policies
By: Maqsood Shahi
Pakistan is grappling with the profound impacts of climate change. The situation in Pakistan is particularly dire due to the complex phenomenon...