The district police Battagram on Monday registered an FIR against jail superintendent Shehr Yar over alleged molestation of a 20-year-old girl in custody. The district police officer (DPO) said that the government hospital had confirmed the molestation of the girl who had alleged that the jail superintendent abused her in the office. The DPO said […]
Ahsan for empowering youth with science, technology
Highlighting the importance of professional education, Federal Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives, Professor Ahsan said here on Monday that the government’s focus was on promoting science and technology in the country. Addressing the ‘World Space Week’ function at Islamabad Model College, the minister asserted that the future of the Muslim Ummah lies in […]
Dengue on prowl in KP as 75 more cases reported
The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province on Monday reported a consecutive surge in dengue virus attacks on humans as 75 new cases of dengue fever were reported from across the province during the last 24 hours. A report of the Health Department said with 75 more cases reported, the number of active cases of dengue fever has […]
Ayub Teaching Hospital launches free Cancer treatment
Ayub Teaching Hospital (ATH) has officially launched a free cancer treatment program for the people of Hazara, following a recent notification from the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government. This initiative marks a significant milestone in healthcare accessibility for the region, as ATH becomes the second hospital in the province to offer such a service, following Hayatabad Medical […]
Australian HC calls on Governor Punjab
Australian High Commissioner to Pakistan Neil Hawkins on Monday called on Punjab Governor Sardar Saleem Haider Khan and discussed climate change, education, agriculture, dairy sector and promotion of bilateral relations in the field of sports during a meeting at the Governor’s House. The Governor Punjab said that Pakistan attaches great importance to bilateral relations with […]
ICT admin issues guideline for public vehicles
The Islamabad Transport Authority has issued guidelines for public transport vehicles in the Federal Capital to ensure safe and fair services. These new guidelines focussed on passenger safety, prioritization of vulnerable commuters, and curbing overcharging and violations, said the spokesman of ICT administration here. These guidelines were included that all the public transport vehicles must […]
PA session convened on October 11
The session of the Punjab Assembly (PA) has been convened on October 11, Friday at 2 pm on the requisition of the opposition. Speaker Punjab Assembly Malik Muhammad Ahmad Khan has called the session. According to a statement issued here Speaker Punjab Assembly Malik Muhammad Ahmad Khan will preside over the session. In the Punjab […]
IHC seeks FIA’s comments in Bushra Bibi bail case
The Islamabad High Court (IHC) on Monday issued written order regarding hearing dated October 4, on Buhshra Bibi’s bail plea in toshakhana II case. Justice Miangul Hassan Aurangzeb issued the order in which the court directed the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) to submit its comments against the petition till next week. The court said that […]
Resolution submitted in PA to express solidarity with Palestinians
A resolution expressing solidarity with the Palestinians was submitted in the Punjab Assembly on Monday. The resolution was submitted by Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz member Hina Pervaiz Butt. According to the text of the resolution, the Palestinian people have the right to establish an independent state in their historic homeland, and the continued support of the […]
Pakistan, UAE explore education ties
Ambassador of Pakistan to the United Arab Emirates Faisal Niaz Tirmizi on Monday visited Synergy University of Dubai where he explored the avenues for Pakistani students to benefit from the institution’s programmes, and discussed its potential expansion into Pakistan. During the visit, the ambassador was given a detailed presentation outlining the university’s academic offerings and […]