COMSTECH, an intergovernmental body, aims to promote science and technology, focusing on sustainable development and poverty reduction The strategic initiative is designed to enhance technological self-reliance, foster development, and mitigate brain drain in OIC member states ISLAMABAD   (   WEB  NEWS   ) The Organization of Islamic Cooperation’s (OIC) Ministerial Standing CommitteeRead More →

TTP kidnapped more than a dozen Pakistan Atomic Energy Commission workers from Lakki Marwat this week Police say the militant network has presented demands that are being evaluated by officials and tribal elders PESHAWAR/KARACHI   (   WEB  NEWS   ) Police in northwestern Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province said on Saturday efforts were beingRead More →

When Imran Khan is to be released, Inshallah, the prison door will open at dawn: Aleema Khan Founder of PTI will not be freed through any deal, but will be released triumphantly from jail: Media talk RAWALPINDI  (   WEB  NEWS   ) Aleema Khan, sister of PTI founder Imran Khan, statedRead More →

Where would the trial take place if a military or warplane is hijacked? Justice Musarrat Hilali In a field marshal court, there is a defense lawyer, but no judge: Justice Hassan Azhar Rizvi Those violating the Official Secrets Act are tried under the Army Act: Lawyer Only 3 cases wereRead More →

Four More Cases Registered in Solar Panel Import Over-Invoicing Money Laundering Scandal Four companies transferred 29 billion rupees abroad through over-invoicing of solar panel imports between 2017 and 2022. KARACHI  (   WEB  NEWS   ) Four more cases have been registered in the solar panel import over-invoicing money laundering scandal. TheRead More →

Standing Committee on Cabinet Secretariat Meeting, Voting on the Bill Against Dual Nationality for Civil Servants Postponed Until Next Meeting, Report Requested Prime Minister cannot hold dual nationality, but Principal Secretary can, says Senator Affanullah Khan Dual nationality law should apply to all institutions. The concerned minister should come andRead More →

Artificial Intelligence (AI) to Cause the Layoff of 200,000 Bank Employees in the Next 3-5 Years The role of humans in customer service in banks will decrease, and job roles will be at risk. LONON   (   WEB  NEWS   ) Due to artificial intelligence, approximately 200,000 employees will lose their jobsRead More →

Low cost electricity production is govt’s priority: Sardar Awais Ahmad Khan Leghari The government has no issue with a hydropower project being the least expensive through competitive bidding in the open market. ISLAMABAD   (   WEB   NEWS   ) Minister for Power Sardar Awais Ahmad Khan Leghari has said production of leastRead More →

Hafiz Naeem-ur-Rehman Announces Nationwide Protests on January 17 for Reduction in Electricity Prices Lahore (Web News) Hafiz Naeem-ur-Rehman, Amir of Jamaat-e-Islami, has announced nationwide protests on January 17 for the reduction of electricity prices and the presentation of an upcoming course of action. Speaking at a press conference in MansuraRead More →

Imran Khan Condemns Social Media Propaganda Regarding Arab Countries, Announces Disassociation from All Accounts RAWALPINDI  (   WEB  NEWS   ) The founder chairman of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), Imran Khan, condemned the social media propaganda concerning Arab countries and announced disassociation from all related accounts. This was stated by Imran Khan’s lawyer,Read More →

Suspects from the May 9 incidents have no affiliation with the armed forces: Justice Jamal Khan Mandokhail   Justice Musarrat Hilali remarks trial of civilians in military courts was for the criminals like APS, can all civilians be treated the same way? ISLAMABAD   (   WEB   NEWS   ) The Constitutional BenchRead More →

Resilient internet is key to realizing Pakistan’s vision for boosting IT exports: Experts Say alternative connectivity options using modern technology & terrestrial routes are critical for a resilient internet Dr. Abid Qaiyum Suleri calls for a comprehensive strategy to regulate internet technology without disrupting connectivity ISLAMABAD  (   WEB  NEWS  )Read More →