Lahore Prime auction rakes in a massive RS 21.8 billion
Lahore Prime sold 5 mega plots, raking in a massive amount of Rs. 21.8 billion. CM of Punjab Usman Buzdar said such projects will contribute to the economy. However, the construction of high-rise buildings contributes to pollution in Lahore, which is already notorious for its low air quality.
Taliban unveil new acting Afghan government members amid protests
As Taliban transition from insurgent group to governing power, the new acting Afghan government have a series of major issues to address. A tough trajectory lies ahead as new government attains a wrecked economy, humanitarian crisis and security concerns.
Vaccine inequity and calls for COP26 postponement
The green groups campaign for COP26 postponement due to vaccine inequity resulting in issues regarding travel, quarantine costs and new surges in Covid-19. They argue that the row for vaccines is the core aspect of "right to health" clause of the Paris Climate Deal.
Govt bans jeans, tights from educational institutes
The Federal Directorate of Education bans teachers from wearing jeans, tights, and t-shirts. Female teachers can only wear simple and decent Shalwar Kameez with a dupatta/shawl. Meanwhile, male teachers too will wear shalwar kameez but with waistcoats.
India & Bangladesh surpassed Pakistan in development: PM Khan
PM Khan thinks for a society to prosper, it is important to maintain rule of law. In this regard, he said India and Bangladesh have fared comparatively better than Pakistan on development. Maintaining and upholding a country's rule of law is crucial and for this judiciaries need to be independent.
Gen Bajwa: No one can blackmail state in the name of regionalism or religion
Gen Bajwa said no external and internal groups will be allowed to blackmail Pakistan in the name of regionalism or religion. He also pointed that country now faces fifth generation warfare and instead of large-scale war, enemies use modern technology to weaken a nation's unity and ideological boundaries.
No discrimination against our Panjshir brothers: Zabihullah Mujahid
As Panjshir finally falls to Taliban when talks failed to gain traction, Zabihullah Mujahid assures the people of the Panjshir valley that there will no discrimination against them as they fear their fate under Taliban.
Bio-terrorism now awaits the West, warns former UK PM Blair
Former UK PM Blair warns that bio-terrorism is a new security threat that awaits the west as non-state actors make use of biological weapons. Hence the US pull-out from Afghanistan is just the beginning as non-state actors can make use of biological weapons to extent their clout.
Sheikh Rasheed appreciates Taliban’s interest in CPEC
Earlier, the Taliban’s spokesperson Zabihullah Mujahid stated that CPEC is a useful project and the Taliban will cooperate in every way. Regarding this, Interior Minister Sheikh Rasheed it is good news if the Taliban wants to join China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC).
Israeli PM urges “coercive measures” against Iran nuclear program
Israeli PM Bennett urges " coercive measures" against Iran nuclear program and claims that it as an existential threat as talks on JCPOA take a backseat due to delays in Biden administration and the advent of "hardliner" Iranian government under Ebrahim Raisi.
PM Khan lays foundation for first 5-star hotel in Nathiagali
Earlier today, PM Imran Khan laid the foundation for Nathiagali's first 5-star hotel. According to PM Khan, the hotel will attract high-end tourism, leading to employment opportunities for the locals.
Panjshir completely conquered : Taliban spokesperson
"Panjshir province, the last stronghold of the mercenary enemy, was completely conquered," the Taliban spokesperson Zabihullah Mujahid informed earlier today. Previously, the NRF has denied claims of the Taliban taking over Panjshir.
