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Bribery: a matter of keen concern

In general terms, bribery means exchange of cash, material or goods in return of a favour that is otherwise impossible or hard to attain. The world is constantly evolving and so is the wealth gap between the rich and the poor. So when people realize...

Monsoon alert: time to take preventive steps in case of emergency

Due to weather effects, light, medium and heavy rains are continuing intermittently during the last few days. The current spell of rain is a result of a westerly weather wave which the Meteorological Department had predicted would bring thundershower...

The Consequences of War

The effects of war may be extensive and protracted, having an impact not only on the countries directly involved but also on the surrounding countries and the entire world community. The following are some of the main effects of war: Loss of life: Bo...

WOMEN EMPOWERMENT – NEED OF THE HOUR

 “To all the little girls who are reading this article, never doubt that you are valuable and powerful, and deserving of every chance and opportunity in the world to pursue and achieve your own dreams.” Women empowerment refers to ma...

Time to deal with crimes against journalists

According to the annual report of the Freedom Network, the increase of more than 60% in attacks and threats on journalists in Pakistan is undoubtedly a matter that the current federal and provincial governments should take immediate notice of to impr...

Inconsistent influences aimed at use of plastic

For many years, it has been a debate that the use of plastic is adequate or not? Many researches have shown that the usage severely affects human and marine life across the globe. Let’s have a detailed glance on this burning question which has...

Youth: The endless energy

“Youth-The Endless Energy” is one of the most popular phrase that we have often heard by many peoples. Today the purpose of writing this article is to discuss about some information related to this phrase. Youth is the time of life when o...

Rapidly increasing inflation engulfs everything

The rapidly increasing inflation in the country has engulfed every sector of business life. Even a sensitive sector like health has not been spared from this, which can be estimated from the fact that due to high inflation, the government has approve...

All You Need To Know About Old Karachi In Late 60s And 70s

In the late 1960s and early 1970s, Karachi was a thriving metropolis that was Pakistan’s economic centre. It was a metropolis that was also going through a lot of social and political transformation at the same time as the nation was rapidly mo...

Railway affairs and train journey

There are mixed reactions regarding the railway affairs in the county. On the one hand, new endeavours are made to connect the country through rest of the world through trains, while on the other hand, the Pak Railway is in the news for continuing tr...

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PIA privatisation to be broadcast live on digital platforms

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif yesterday directed that the ongoing privatisation process of Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) be broadcast live on television and digital platforms, ensuring transparency throughout the proceedings. Chair...

Pakistan's polio tally rises to eight in 2025

PESHAWAR: The National Institute of Health (NIH) has confirmed a new case of polio in Bannu, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa the third from the province this year and the eighth reported across Pakistan as this year's second inoculation drive is in full swing. Th...

At least six terrorists 'sent to hell', four injured in KP's Bannu: ISPR

BANNU: At least six terrorists were killed while four others were injured during an intelligence-based operation (IBO) carried out by security forces in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa's Bannu District, the military's media wing said yesterday. According to a sta...

US envoy Baker, CM Murad discuss trade, investment opportunities

KARACHI: US Charge d Affaires Natalie Baker, during her visit to Karachi, reaffirmed Washington's commitment to expanding trade and investment ties with Pakistan, highlighting the importance of private sector leadership and economic cooperation for s...
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