It was PM who sent Nawaz to London: Asad Umar
Asad Umar said that Imran Khan receives a lot of criticism for not being an expert in politics. However, he is the only political leader who has good relations with Pakistan's institutions while making major decisions himself.
Police, State and Society: Challenges And Opportunities in Pakistan
Pakistan's policing challenges, in the first quarter of 21st century, are acute as the country's population, governance structures, security considerations, geography, colonial past, and politics directly affect the policing system in the country.
Businesses Stepping Up to act on Climate Change
Nestlé Pakistan was one of the companies that set a precedent in Pakistan - a developing country that is the most vulnerable country to climate change. Under its roadmap, the company has pledged to reduce its emissions by 20 percent by 2025; by 2030, they will halve their emissions and become a Net Zero company by 2050.
She Loves Tech; Empowering Women in Pakistan
Getting Women into STEM areas is a challenge worldwide, but particularly for Pakistan where only around 20 percent women are in labour force.
99 passengers from Karachi on way to Dubai test Covid positive
According to a source from Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority (PCAA), fourteen flights were scheduled for the UAE. Authorities conducted their Covid tests as per the NCOC guidelines at the airport which revealed that 99 passengers were infected with Covid.
Human Factor and Gender Parity: Prerequisites for Economic Growth
The new year brings an opportunity and dire need for the country to acknowledge the crucial role of women in its productive sectors if the country is to catch up to its regional neighbors. Pakistan ranks as the third worst country in global rankings for gender equality.
Where Men and Mountains Meet
Pakistan Television (PTV) kick started the new year by releasing an interesting, informative and well-made documentary on the Karakoram Highway (KKH) titled, “Where Men and Mountains Meet” on 1st January 2022.
Samsung slashes price of phones assembled in Pakistan
As per experts, the new prices came owing to the recent announcement of the much controversial Finance Supplementary Bill 2021 (FSB). The FSB proposed a 17 percent sales tax on imported mobile phones valuing more than $200 in the Completely Built Unit (CBU) condition.
Pakistani murderer comes out of jail, tops exam & wins scholarship
The scholarships, of 1 million rupees or about $5,700, are offered to students earning the top four scores in intermediate exams, regardless of whether they are in jail or outside.
Europe refuses to lift restrictions on PIA?
PCAA's removal from SSC was a positive development. There were hopes that it would pave the way for EASA to remove the restrictions. However, EASA claims in its letter that while it appreciates the safety audit on Pakistan, it has no impact on EASA's restrictions.
70 dead in Saudi led airstrike on Yemen as situation worse than Palestine
Eight aid agencies operating in Yemen said in a joint statement they were "horrified by the news that more than 70 people, including migrants, women and children, have been killed... in a blatant disregard for civilian lives".
Qatar Airways demand $618 million for damaged Airbus
Qatar Airways is pressing for compensation of $618 million plus $4 million a day and halted taking new A350 deliveries. Airbus has said it will fight the claim in full.
