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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...

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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...

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

Recent Earthquake in Turkey: Time to join hands and Show Solidarity

By: Sardar Samiullah Abbasi More than 36,000 people have been...

S-400 and its implications

By: Muskan Moazzam “India and Pakistan can agree on one...

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...