Islamabad, Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has reaffirmed Pakistan's commitment to eradicating polio, stating that the nation is "working tirelessly" to achieve a polio-free status. This commitment was highlighted during his meeting with Bill G...
Read More »Security Forces Neutralize Four Terrorists in Tank District Operation
Tank, During an intelligence-based operation conducted on the night of April 28/29, 2024, in Tank district, security forces engaged and neutralized four terrorists. The operation was initiated based on intelligence reports of terrorist activities in t...
Read More »UN Committee Spotlights Racial Discrimination Issues in Five Countries
Geneva, The UN Committee on the Elimination of Racial Discrimination (CERD) released its findings on Albania, Mexico, Qatar, the Republic of Moldova, and San Marino, concluding its latest session with a series of concerns and recommendations aimed at ...
Read More »IMF Completes Final Review of Pakistan’s Economic Reform, Approves $1.1 Billion Disbursement
Washington DC, The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has completed the second and final review of Pakistan's economic reform efforts under the Stand-By Arrangement (SBA), authorizing an immediate disbursement of approximately $1.1 billion. This latest...
Read More »UN Criticizes Iraq’s New Law Criminalizing Consensual Same-Sex Relations
Geneva, A new law passed by Iraq's parliament, which criminalizes consensual same-sex relations and other private behaviors, has drawn sharp criticism from the United Nations. The legislation prescribes jail terms of up to 15 years for such actions, s...
Read More »Aligarh Muslim University Caught in the Crossfire of BJP’s Sectarian Politics
New Delhi, Aligarh Muslim University (AMU), one of India’s premier institutions, has been significantly impacted by what many see as the BJP’s sectarian and extremist political strategies. This shift reflects a broader trend affecting several Muslim-m...
Read More »Karachi Police to Reform Investigation Processes, Consider Promotions Based on Case Outcomes
Karachi, In a significant meeting presided over by IG Sindh Ghulam Nabi Memon, the Sindh Police discussed extensive reforms and upgrades to its investigation and legal departments. The gathering aimed to refine the procedures and enhance the capabilit...
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