Balochistan Sees Major Drop in Out-of-School Children as CM Bugti Launches Education Reforms and Transport Program Chief Minister Balochistan Mir Sarfraz Bugti has announced a remarkable decline in the number of out-of-school children across the province, attributing this success to consistent reforms, merit-based teacher recruitment, and improved service delivery. Speaking at the inauguration of Balochistan’s first-ever School Transport Program at Government Girls College Jinnah Town Quetta, he reaffirmed that the provincial government remains committed to transforming education through transparency and meritocracy. Education Access and Merit-Based Hiring The Chief Minister revealed that over 14,000 teachers were hired on merit-based contracts under…
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SIC Chief Hamid Raza Sent to Jail to Serve 10-Year Sentence in May 9 Case An anti-terrorism court (ATC) in Faisalabad has ordered Sunni Ittehad Council (SIC) Chairman Sahibzada Mohammad Hamid Raza to begin his 10-year prison sentence in the May 9 case. The court directed authorities to transfer him to Central Jail Faisalabad. Hamid Raza was convicted earlier this year alongside several Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leaders in a case related to the May 9 incidents in Faisalabad. According to his brother, Sahibzada Hassan Raza, Hamid was detained by Islamabad police while travelling from Peshawar to Faisalabad to surrender before…
Google and Pakistan Join Forces for a Digital Leap ISLAMABAD — In a landmark move for Pakistan’s digital transformation, Google, Tech Valley, Allied, and the National Radio & Telecommunication Corporation (NRTC) have launched the country’s first Chromebook assembly line. The facility, located in Haripur, will produce 500,000 Chromebooks by 2026, boosting education, creating jobs, and paving the way for exports. The announcement came during a ceremony at the Prime Minister’s Office, attended by Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar, Google’s leadership, and officials from the Ministry of IT and Telecommunication (MoITT). A Major Step Toward ‘Future Forward Pakistan’ This collaboration marks…
COAS Asim Munir, British Army Chief Discuss Defence and Security Cooperation RAWALPINDI: Chief of the Army Staff (COAS) Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), HJ, met with the Chief of the General Staff (CGS) of the United Kingdom Army, General Sir Charles Roland Vincent Walker, at the General Headquarters (GHQ) on Thursday to discuss regional secu-rity and ways to enhance bilateral defence cooperation. According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), both leaders discussed matters of mutual interest, regional peace, and ongoing efforts to strengthen collaboration in the defence sector. They agreed to continue close engagement to promote stability in…
Federal Government to Join PTI’s Upcoming Peace Jirga in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Federal Minister for Frontier Affairs Amir Muqam announced on Thursday that the federal government would participate in the upcoming peace jirga convened by the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The announcement was made during a joint press conference held in Islamabad alongside senior PTI leader Asad Qaiser. The event highlighted a rare moment of cooperation between the ruling coalition and the opposition party, both calling for unity to restore peace in the province. Federal Government Accepts PTI Invitation Earlier this week, PTI announced plans to host a peace…
Pakistan & Afghan Taliban Begin Third Round of Talks in Istanbul Pakistan and the Afghan Taliban regime have started the third round of talks in Istanbul to ease tensions following last month’s deadly border clashes. The discussions aim to stabilize relations and ensure peace after weeks of unrest. The Istanbul meeting follows earlier five-day negotiations that led to a last-minute interim agreement. The second round, held on October 25, had collapsed when Pakistan rejected the Taliban delegation’s “illogical” stance on cross-border militancy. Mediators later convinced both sides to resume dialogue, resulting in a temporary truce. Background and Developments According to…
President Zardari, Qatari Emir Agree to Expand Defence and Economic Cooperation President Asif Ali Zardari met Qatari Emir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa al-Thani in Doha on Wednesday and proposed expanding collaboration in defence and defence production. The Qatari Emir welcomed the idea and assured that relevant authorities would begin discussions with Pakistan immediately. Stronger Bilateral Partnership During their meeting, both leaders discussed ways to strengthen cooperation across political, economic, cultural, and agricultural sectors. President Zardari highlighted Pakistan’s commitment to enhancing food security partnerships and encouraged more Qatari investment in various industries. The Emir praised Pakistan’s achievements and expressed appreciation for…
Zohran Mamdani Becomes New York City’s First Muslim Mayor After Historic Election Win Zohran Mamdani, a 34-year-old democratic socialist, has made history by becoming the first Muslim mayor of New York City. His stunning victory over former Governor Andrew Cuomo capped a meteoric political rise and marked a generational and ideological shift within the Democratic Party. A New Era in New York Politics Mamdani, once a little-known state lawmaker, defeated Cuomo, 67, who ran as an independent after losing the Democratic primary. The win signals a broader progressive wave sweeping through American politics. In his victory speech, Mamdani called out…
Three Khwarij Killed in Separate Operations in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Introduction Pakistan’s security forces continue their mission to eliminate militant networks that threaten the nation’s stability. On November 2, 2025, three militants belonging to the Indian-backed proxy group Fitna Al Khwarij were neutralized in two separate engagements in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Province. The successful actions reflect the country’s ongoing determination to secure its borders and restore peace through Operation Azm-e-Istehkam. First Operation: Clash Near North Waziristan The first engagement took place in the Esham area of North Waziristan. Security forces detected movement along the Pakistan–Afghanistan border late at night. A group of…
President Asif Ali Zardari Meets UN Secretary-General António Guterres in Doha: Pakistan Reaffirms Support for Global Peace and Justice DOHA: President Asif Ali Zardari met with United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres in Doha to discuss major global challenges, including the Jammu and Kashmir dispute, the Palestinian cause, and global social development under the Doha Political Declaration. The meeting underscored Pakistan’s enduring commitment to the UN’s role in promoting peace, equality, and human progress. Pakistan’s Strong Voice for Justice and Peace President Zardari commended Secretary-General Guterres for his leadership in navigating global challenges such as conflict, inequality, and humanitarian crises. He…