Discussing the voting rights of overseas Pakistanis
Khan’s government has been pushing for the use of EVMs in future elections since it unveiled a prototype at the Parliament House in May. Pakistan will have EVM, whatever type, whatever kind it may be with whatever modification that is done to take care of the objection to have a free and fair election.
Will Nawaz Sharif be deported as Pak-UK finalize readmissions agreement?
The Readmissions Agreement will ensure the return of illegal migrants who have no lawful basis to remain in the country. This is an interesting development as it could potentially impact former Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif's stay in the UK.
Why are we disappointed in Imran Khan?
The free-rolling Dollar dented PM's efforts to manage the economy. Later on, the COVID-backed inflation coupled with man-made greed added to the miseries of the poverty-stricken populace. Frequent changes in important ministries hampered the continuity of policies leading to uncertainty.
UK sanctions Hamas as Iran censures decision
Iran has traditionally shared close ties with Palestinian resistance groups, including Hamas, while refusing to recognize Israel.
Lt Gen Nadeem Ahmed assumes charge as new DG ISI today
Pakistan gets a new ISI chief today. Lt Gen Nadeem Ahmed Anjum who was previously Commander V Corps in Karachi will take charge as Director General today - he replaces Lt Gen Faiz Hameed who has been appointed Commander XI corps based in Peshawar.Â
Turkish, US presidential aides discuss Afghanistan on phone
The two officials spoke about political and economic relations, cooperation in defense, global and regional matters, the Turkish Presidency said.
Pakistan unbans TikTok on ‘assurances’
PTA will continue to monitor the platform in order to ensure that unlawful content contrary to Pakistan’s law and societal values is not disseminated.
PIDE: A revolutionary think tank for Pakistan and beyond!
Shahid Sattar thinks there have been transformative changes in the way PIDE conducts research, and this has had a ripple effect in terms of effecting positive change in the think tank community in Pakistan. Therefore, HEC's low ranking of PIDE is irrational.
Sheikh Rasheed snubs Hareem Shah in a TV show
Hareem Shah was invited to a show in which the host challenged her to call Sheikh Rasheed and see if he will pick up the call. She took up the challenge and called him. Interestingly, Sheikh Rasheed answered the phone call by Hareem Shah.
FFC holds second successful corporate briefing for the year 2021
FFC holds its second Corporate Briefing for the year 2021. Chief Financial Officer, Mr. Mohammad Munir Malik briefed the house about FFC’s performance for three quarters of the year 2021 and assured the company’s commitment to achieving higher standards of performance.
Pakistan’s remittances grew by 26% in 2021: World Bank
A report released by World Bank claims that Pakistan had another year of record remittances with growth at 26 percent and levels reaching $33 billion in 2021. According to the report, overall remittances to South Asia likely grew around 8 percent to $159 billion in 2021.
Afiniti founder, Zia Chishti, steps down after sexual harassment case
The allegations emerged during a US congressional committee hearing which looked into how forced arbitrations clauses in employment contracts can make victims of workplace sexual violence, harassment, and discrimination move into private arbitrations.
