Islamabad: The federal government and the United Nations World Food Programme have agreed to strengthen collaboration on climate-resilient initiatives to tackle malnutrition and food insecurity in vulnerable regions. The decision came during a meeting between Minister for Climate Change and Environmental Coordination, Dr Musadik Malik, and WFP Country Director Coco
Layyah: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has announced plans to establish a medical college in Layyah. Addressing a ceremony to distribute Honhaar Scholarships and Laptops in the city, she emphasized the government’s commitment to ensuring that no child is deprived of access to technology and education. According to Radio Pakistan,
Islamabad: Ambassador of Ethiopia to Pakistan Dr Jemal Beker Abdula met with Chairman Higher Education Commission, Dr Mukhtar Ahmed in Islamabad on Friday. They discussed various avenues for bilateral cooperation in the higher education sector. According to Radio Pakistan, the Ambassador expressed Ethiopia’s interest in leveraging Pakistan’s experience and knowledge
United Nations: The United Nations has paid tribute to fifty-seven military, police, and civilian peacekeepers from thirty-two countries, including two from Pakistan, who sacrificed their lives for peace last year while serving in missions across the globe. This tribute was part of a solemn ceremony held to mark the International
Islamabad: Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi visited the cattle market along the Expressway on Friday, on the occasion of Eid-ul-Adha, where he reviewed the facilities being provided to the public. According to Radio Pakistan, he ordered the allocation of a designated parking area and a reduction in the per-animal fee. Responding
Islamabad: The Pakistan Crypto Council will convene a high-level meeting on Monday to be chaired by Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb. The meeting will serve as a strategic forum to deliberate on the evolving regulatory and legal framework surrounding digital currency and the broader crypto landscape in Pakistan. According to Radio
Islamabad: The Government of Pakistan and the World Bank have reaffirmed their mutual commitment to fortifying Pakistan’s economic resilience and promoting inclusive development through strategic partnerships. According to Radio Pakistan, this commitment was articulated during a meeting between Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb and the World Bank Pakistan team in Islamabad
Lahore: Eleven people have died and nearly fifty others injured in recent rain related incidents in Punjab and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa provinces. According to Radio Pakistan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Disaster Management Authority reported that eight people died and twenty-one others injured during rains in the province. Meanwhile, Punjab Disaster Management Authority confirmed