Article: Pakistan’s Chief of Defense Forces, Field Marshal Asim Munir, has stated that the country is facing a wide range of challenging and continuous threats. According to a press release by the ISPR, the National Defense University (NDU) in Islamabad welcomed Field Marshal Asim Munir on a visit to the institution. On this occasion, Field Marshal Asim Munir was briefed by the National Security and War Course’s civil and military panels on the national security challenges facing the country. During the briefing, Field Marshal Munir was informed about the requirements for addressing these challenges from a scientific and analytical perspective.…
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Sindh, Pakistan, and Kuwait have signed major agreements worth billions of dollars to develop a water supply project, a new water treatment plant in Karachi, and a cutting-edge technology park, marking a significant step forward in the cooperation between the two countries. In a ceremony marking the signing of the agreements, Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah hailed the deals as a major breakthrough in the fields of water, energy, innovation, and environmental protection. He stated that the water supply project will provide clean drinking water to the first block of Tharparkar, while the technology park at the National…
Pakistan’s senior leader and Chairman of the Pakistan-France Business Forum, Senator Zahirul Islam Zahoor, has said that Field Marshal Asim Munir’s assumption of the Chief of Defence Staff post on 5 December, with the confidence, determination, and vision, that “Pakistan’s time for takeoff has arrived” is a reflection of the same thought process and vision as the recent analytical report by the British publication, Financial Times. In an exclusive interview with Dawn, Senator Zahirul Islam Zahoor said that the Financial Times has explicitly indicated that Field Marshal Asim Munir has emerged as a effective, wise, and strategic leader in the…
Pakistan’s Federal Minister for Finance, Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar, has expressed the government’s desire to see all institutions stand on their own feet, with PIA’s privatization process being a prime example. During the bidding process for the national airline’s privatization, the Minister emphasized that the process will promote foreign investment and encourage local investors to take the lead. According to Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar, Pakistan is open to allowing foreign investors to take part in the bidding process, but the government is keen on ensuring that local investors are given priority. The Minister also stated that there are ample opportunities…
The 23rd session of Karachi University’s Senate convened on Tuesday at the Chinese Teachers Memorial Auditorium, Karachi University, under the chairmanship of provincial Minister for Universities and Educational Boards, Muhammad Ismail Rahoo. The assembly unanimously approved the proceedings of the 22nd session (held on December 23, 2024) and discussed the annual statement of the financial year 2023-2024, the revised budget for 2024-2025, and the proposed budget for 2025-2026. Following detailed deliberations, the Senate approved the annual statement of the financial year 2023-2024, the revised budget for 2024-2025, and the proposed budget for 2025-2026. On this occasion, the laws governing the…
Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has been purchased by Arif Habib Consortium for a staggering 135 billion rupees. In a recent interview with media, Arif Habib, the chairman of Arif Habib Group, expressed his commitment to reviving the airline and making it a proud symbol of Pakistan’s aviation industry. The chairman stated that the successful privatization of PIA will not only boost the country’s economy but also attract foreign investors. He emphasized that his team will work tirelessly to transform PIA into a world-class airline, making it a source of pride for the nation. Arif Habib also acknowledged the efforts of…
In a landmark verdict, a sessions court in Borwal has sentenced a man to death twice and a fine of Rs 5 million for repeated murders. The court also handed down a five-year imprisonment and a fine of Rs 1 million for attempting to kill. According to the Borwal police, the accused had murdered his stepmother and younger brother three years ago and injured his father. The incident occurred due to high speed, and rescue workers rushed to the scene. The injured were rushed to the hospital. The international media and Western sources have raised questions about the Indian narrative.…
Article: A tense gunfight broke out between two police officers in Zhob district, Balochistan, leaving three injured, including the two officers involved in the altercation. According to police officials in Quetta, the officers exchanged gunfire during the scuffle, resulting in injuries to all three. The investigating officer from the Special Security Unit (SSU) has confirmed that an investigation into the incident is underway. Rescue workers reported that the incident occurred due to high-speed driving, and the injured were immediately taken to the hospital. This incident comes amidst a series of high-profile cases and controversies in Pakistan, with the international media…
Karachi’s Chief Election Commissioner, Nawaaz Tallypur, has resigned from his position as Chief Election Commissioner. In a letter to the Karachi Bar Association, he stated that he took charge on December 21, amidst extraordinary circumstances, and discussed the election issues in a meeting. He emphasized that more than 200 impartial polling staff would be required to conduct free and fair elections. Nawaaz Tallypur mentioned that the decision to hold the election on January 17 was made after consulting with the candidates, but some candidates disputed the matter under the influence of political interests. He stated that he faced personal attacks…
Pakistan’s national carrier, Pakistan International Airlines (PIA), has been sold to the Arif Habib Consortium for a staggering 13.5 trillion rupees. The sale is seen as a significant milestone in the country’s economic recovery, with Minister of Defense Khawaja Muhammad Asif stating that it boosts investor confidence in the national economy. Asif, in a statement, said that the sale of PIA through privatization would save the government from massive losses, estimated to be in trillions of rupees, and expedite the economic recovery process. The minister further added that the country’s economy has seen a remarkable turnaround, from a mere 10…
