Pakistani-American’s advocacy and actions are embodied in his message for peace Dr. Suleman Lalani is the first Muslim and South Asian legislator elected to the Texas House of Representatives. In 2022, he was elected to represent District 76, including Sugar Land, Stafford, Richmond, and Meadows Place. In 2024, he was re-elected for a second term. Dr. Lalani is the only primary care physician in the Texas Legislature, quadruple board-certified in Geriatric Medicine, Hospice and Palliative Medicine, and Internal Medicine. Dr. Lalani serves both patients and policies in his dual roles, having authored 143 pieces of legislation during his first term,…
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Sindh govt names the newly-constructed high-speed corridor after PPP founder Zulfikar Ali Bhutto Karachi: Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari inaugurated the first section of the highly anticipated Malir Expressway on Saturday, the largest public-private partnership (PPP) project in Sindh. The Sindh government named the newly-constructed high-speed corridor after PPP founder “Shaheed Zulfikar Ali Bhutto”. Bilawal Bhutto drove his vehicle himself with Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah on the state-of-the-art corridor, featuring a three-lane dual carriageway with modern and access-controlled infrastructure, and also paid a toll tax of Rs100. The inauguration ceremony was held at the…
PM hopes the international conference on girls’ education will help promote education in Islamic countries Islamabad: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif expressed concern that 22.8 million children aged 5 to 16 years are out of school in Pakistan, with a disproportionately high number of girls among them. Addressing the two-day International Conference on Girls’ Education in Muslim Communities: Challenges and Opportunities, the Prime Minister expressed gratitude to the ministers and education authorities from various Muslim countries for their participation. PM Shehbaz emphasized his hope that the conference would contribute significantly to promoting female education in Islamic countries. He acknowledged the challenges…
PTI initiated negotiations in national interest: Former Speaker Islamabad: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) senior leader Asad Qaiser has accused Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) leaders Maryam Nawaz and Defence Minister Khawaja Asif of attempting to sabotage the ongoing negotiations between the government and PTI. In a video statement, Qaiser said Punjab Chief Minister Maryam and Defence Minister Asif are making every effort to disrupt the negotiation process. He criticized the government for breaking its promise to arrange a meeting with the jailed PTI founder, saying the government is making excuses instead of fulfilling its commitment. “PTI Seeks Rule of Constitution and Independent…
JUI-F Emir criticizes establishment for ignoring right and wrong, focusing only on authority. Karachi: Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam-Fazl (JUI-F) Emir Maulana Fazlur Rehman has accused the establishment of prioritizing power over principles, stating that its behavior remains unchanged. “Their sole concern is retaining their power. They ridicule the people’s vote, so why shouldn’t the public mock them in return?” he remarked during a press conference in Karachi. Apolitical Claims Are Political Fazl stated that the establishment’s claims of being apolitical are inherently political, adding that even martial law regimes manage to complete their terms in power. Compromise on Democracy The JUI-F chief…
Slow internet impacting KP’s IT sector, says special assistant to CM Peshawar: The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) government has announced its intention to contact tech mogul Elon Musk to address the ongoing issue of slow internet speeds in the province. Shafqat Ayaz, Special Assistant to the KP Chief Minister, revealed that the IT sector in KP has been severely affected by the internet slowdown and that other experts will also be approached to find a resolution. Unclear Reasons Behind Internet Crisis in Pakistan Ayaz added that the reasons for the internet issues in the region remain unknown. However, the Pakistani government…
Speeding trailer with brake failure causes a tragic accident on Indus Highway. At least 12 people lost their lives, and 25 others were injured in a horrific road accident on Saturday at Ambeeri Chowk in Karak. Deputy Commissioner Karak Shakeel Jan Marwat confirmed the incident, stating the accident occurred due to the trailer’s brake failure. Police reported that the speeding trailer truck rammed into a passenger coach and other vehicles on Indus Highway. KP Governor Takes Notice Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Governor Faisal Karim Kundi took notice of the accident and sought a detailed report. He directed health department personnel to provide…
Pakistan hosts an international summit to promote girls’ education in Muslim-majority countries. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif emphasized on Saturday that educating girls is a cause worth striving for, investing in, and advocating passionately. At the inaugural session of the two-day “International Conference on Girls’ Education in Muslim Communities: Challenges and Opportunities,” held in Islamabad, the PM called for collective efforts to develop scalable and sustainable solutions for girls’ education. Educational Crisis in Pakistan Pakistan is grappling with a severe educational crisis, with over 26 million children out of school, most of whom are in rural areas. The PM declared an…
“PTI leaders can contact Rana Sanaullah and other officials directly,” says Ayaz Sadiq National Assembly Speaker Ayaz Sadiq has stated that the decision regarding a meeting between PTI and its jailed founder Imran Khan lies with the government and its allies. No side has approached him for a third round of talks. “I told Asad Qaiser on January 4 that their demand to meet Imran Khan has been conveyed to the government. PTI leaders can directly contact Rana Sanaullah and other government officials regarding this matter,” said Sadiq. The statement comes after both sides initiated talks following months of political…
Rescuers clear debris up to 3,600ft; efforts face delays In Quetta’s Sanjidi area, four bodies have been recovered from a collapsed coal mine, while eight workers remain trapped as rescue teams continue their operations to save the miners. The rescue teams, utilizing heavy machinery, have managed to clear debris up to 3,600 feet. However, delays occurred due to the laying of a second power line and ongoing debris removal efforts. The mine collapsed following an explosion caused by the accumulation of gas. Authorities remain hopeful that the trapped miners will soon be reached. A day earlier, Deputy Director of Rescue…
