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Pakistan Calls for Reform, Strategic Realignment of UNESCO

Islamabad: At the ongoing session of the Executive Board of UNESCO, Pakistan has called for reform, and strategic realignment of UNESCO to meet the challenges of access to quality education, protection of cultural and historical sites; and disinformation, misinformation, and hate speech. According to Radio Pakistan, in his statement, Pakistan’s

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WWF Governing Body Reaffirms Commitment to Workers’ Welfare Projects

Islamabad: The newly appointed members of the Governing Body of the Workers Welfare Fund (WWF) have reaffirmed their commitment to improving investment strategies and ensuring the effective implementation of educational, housing, and other welfare projects for the workers community. They were addressing the introductory meeting, which was held in Islamabad

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Railway Minister Orders Prompt Resolution of Train Delays

Islamabad: Railway Minister Muhammad Hanif Abbasi has directed the railway department to resolve issues causing train delays on a priority basis. According to Radio Pakistan, during a significant meeting held in Islamabad, Abbasi emphasized that while modernization and digital transformation are important, ensuring the timely operation of trains must remain

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Pakistan’s Film Wins Jackson Wild Media Award

Islamabad: Pakistan’s film ‘Moklani – The Last Mohanas’ has won an award at the Jackson Wild Media Awards, which is widely regarded as the nature equivalent to the Oscars. The film highlights the challenges faced by the Mohana people of Manchar Lake amidst the climate crisis in Pakistan. According to

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Punjab to Begin Flood Relief Payments Next Week: Nabeel Javed

Islamabad: Relief Commissioner Punjab Nabeel Javed has announced that the distribution of financial assistance to those affected by the recent floods will commence next week. This decision was made during a meeting held in Lahore, where Javed emphasized the importance of completing the survey and financial assistance process within the

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CM Punjab Orders Rapid Survey of Flood Damage in 27 Districts

Lahore: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has directed concerned departments to complete a survey for the assessment of flood-induced losses in twenty-seven districts at the earliest. Presiding over a meeting in Lahore today, she emphasized the need for a swift and comprehensive evaluation to facilitate timely assistance to the affected

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PM Meets Student Mahnoor Cheema During Visit to London

London: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif met world record holder Pakistani-origin student Mahnoor Cheema during his recent visit to London. The Prime Minister congratulated Mahnoor Cheema on her remarkable achievement of securing distinctive grades in 24 A-Level subjects and lauded her exceptional performance in the field of education. According to

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Punjab CM Directs Strict Enforcement of Official Bread Prices

Islamabad: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has instructed strict enforcement of the officially set prices of bread throughout the province. Chairing a meeting via video link, the Chief Minister reviewed the performance indicators assigned to commissioners and deputy commissioners. According to Radio Pakistan, she also directed the establishment of designated

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