Poland’s 105th Independence Day anniversary in Pakistan – A celebration of friendship and bilateral ties

The vibrant celebration of Poland’s 105th Independence Day and Armed Forces Day echoed through the diplomatic corridors of Islamabad this week. The commemorative event, hosted...

World Fisheries Day 2023: Experts advocate unlocking potential of fisheries sector to drive blue economy growth

Fisheries sector in Pakistan grew by 1.44% in 2022-23, up from 0.35% previously, with total fish production in 2023 reaching 700,000 metric tons.

Experts urge innovation in Agriculture sector at Food Security Hackathon in Islamabad

Experts discussed agriculture best practices, trade balance, green AI, and support for agritech startups at Food Security Hackathon in Islamabad.

UNICEF appoints first-ever Youth Advocate in Pakistan

A 16-year-old activist, author, and motivational speaker Taqwa Ahmad has been appointed as UNICEF’s first-ever Youth Advocate in Pakistan.

US announces new counterterrorism initiatives to bolster capabilities of Balochistan Police

US Ambassador to Pakistan, Donald A. Blome, announced four initiatives to improve local law enforcement capabilities, including an anti-terror training facility expansion, station upgrades, new stations, and enhanced equipment support.

Rawalpindi set to launch integrated Transport System with 78 new buses

The Punjab caretaker government is set to introduce a new integrated transport system resembling the Metro Bus Service, featuring at least 78 electric feeder buses to run on six new routes to connect the residents of Rawalpindi to the metro bus service between twin cities.

Pakistan unveils Hajj Policy 2024 with Rs 100,000 cost reduction in pilgrimage package

Pakistan announced the Hajj Policy 2024 on November 16, revealing a noteworthy reduction of 100,000 ($347.92) in the cost of the government's Hajj package this year.

Pakistan and IMF reach staff-level agreement on $700 million from $3 billion bailout fund

Pakistan and the International Monetary Fund reached a staff-level agreement, on November 15, paving the way for the disbursement of $700 million from a $3 billion bailout fund that the international lender had approved back in July.

UK celebrates King Charles’s 75th Birthday with a climate-themed event in Pakistan

Islamabad hosted a climate-themed 'King's Birthday Party' marking King Charles III's 75th birthday, promoting UK-Pakistan environmental collaboration.

How Diabetes contributes to 35% of premature deaths in Pakistan — key insights and prevention

Diabetes contributes to 35% of premature deaths in Pakistan due to high disease prevalence, limited healthcare funding, and insulin shortage.

Pakistan and China hold largest-ever naval exercise Sea Guardian-3

China and Pakistan's navies launched their largest joint exercise 'Sea Guardian-3' for maritime security in the northern Arabian Sea.

Pakistani startup Voyage Freight secures $1 million in funding, eyes expansion in MENA region

Pakistani startup Voyage Freight has secured over $1 million in pre-seed funding to simplify global shipping using technology-driven solutions, with ambitions to expand in the MENA region.

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