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Month: March 2026

UNESCO Marks International Women’s Day, Highlights ICAIRE’s Efforts to Empower Women in Artificial Intelligence
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UNESCO Marks International Women’s Day, Highlights ICAIRE’s Efforts to Empower Women in Artificial Intelligence

Riyadh, March 8, 2026(Kamran Raja): UNESCO marked International Women’s Day today, observed annually on March 8, highlighting the role of the International Center for Artificial Intelligence Research and Ethics (ICAIRE) in promoting women’s participation in advanced technologies.Operating under the auspices of UNESCO in Riyadh, ICAIRE is committed to building an inclusive global artificial intelligence ecosystem and empowering women to play a greater role in emerging technologies. The observance reflects ongoing efforts to ensure women’s equal access to education and to promote their advancement across various development sectors.Khaled El-Enany, Director-General of UNESCO, emphasized the importance of women assuming greater responsibilities in the public sector, gaining access to ...
Consulate and OPEN Mark International Women’s Day with Inspiring Discussion
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Consulate and OPEN Mark International Women’s Day with Inspiring Discussion

New York, 08 March 2026( Ghufran):The Consulate General of Pakistan in New York, in collaboration with the Organization of Pakistani Entrepreneurs of North America (OPEN), organized a special event at the Consulate to pay tribute to women on the occasion of International Women’s Day. The gathering was attended by a large number of community members, professionals, and entrepreneurs from diverse fields.Speaking on the occasion, the Consul General of Pakistan in New York, Mr. Aamer Ahmed Atozai, highlighted the importance of creating equal opportunities and fostering safe and supportive workplaces for women. He emphasized that promoting gender equality is a shared responsibility of society.The event also featured an engaging fireside chat with renowned Pakistani-American oncologist D...
Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir Meets Saudi Defence Minister in KSA, Discusses Regional Security and Iranian Attacks
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Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir Meets Saudi Defence Minister in KSA, Discusses Regional Security and Iranian Attacks

KSA, 7 March 2026(Kamran Raja): Chief of Army Staff and Chief of Defence Forces, Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, visited the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) where he met with His Royal Highness Prince Khalid bin Salman, the Defence Minister of the Kingdom.During the meeting, both leaders discussed the gravity of the prevailing security situation in the region, particularly in light of the Iranian drone and missile attacks on the Kingdom. The two sides deliberated on joint measures required to counter such threats within the framework of the Strategic Mutual Defence Agreement between the two brotherly countries.Field Marshal Asim Munir reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to the security, sovereignty, and territorial integrity of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Both sides emphasized that such...
Saudi Medical Team Successfully Separates Somali Conjoined Twins in 12-Hour Surgery in Riyadh
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Saudi Medical Team Successfully Separates Somali Conjoined Twins in 12-Hour Surgery in Riyadh

Riyadh, March 6, 2026(Kamran Raja): The Saudi medical team of the Saudi Conjoined Twins Programme successfully separated Somali conjoined twins, Rahma and Ramla, on Thursday following a complex 12-hour surgical procedure in Riyadh.The surgery was conducted at King Abdullah Specialized Children’s Hospital, located within King Abdulaziz Medical City, and was carried out in eight carefully planned stages. A total of 36 consultants, specialists, and technical staff participated in the operation, representing multiple medical disciplines including anesthesia, pediatric surgery, urology, orthopedic surgery, and plastic surgery. The effort was further supported by a dedicated team of nursing and technical personnel.Supervisor General of the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center (...
ایف آئی اے لاہورکا انسانی اسمگلرز کے خلاف کریک ڈاؤن جاری
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ایف آئی اے لاہورکا انسانی اسمگلرز کے خلاف کریک ڈاؤن جاری

لاہور06 مارچ 2026(کامران راجہ) ایف آئی اے لاہورکا انسانی اسمگلرز کے خلاف کریک ڈاؤن جاری. مائیگرنٹ سمگلنگ اور ویزا فراڈ میں ملوث 2 ملزمان گرفتار. گرفتار ملزمان کی شناخت سنیل جیمز اور محمد اشفاق کے نام سے ہوئی ہے۔ ملزمان کو لاہور کے مختلف علاقوں سے گرفتار کیا گیا. ملزم سنیل جیمز نے شہری کو کینیڈا ورک ویزہ کا جھانسہ دے کر 86 لاکھ روپے ہتھیائے۔ جبکہ ملزم محمد اشفاق نے شہری کو کمبوڈیا بھجوانے کے لئیے 7 لاکھ روپے بٹورے۔ شہری کو کمبوڈین ایمیگریشن نے جعلی ہوٹل بکنگ ہونے پر پاکستان رپورٹ کر دیا تھا ملزمان کو گرفتار کر کے تفتیش کا آغاز کر دیا گیا ہے  ...
Wana: Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir Reviews Security Situation and Operational Preparedness Along Western Border: ISPR
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Wana: Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir Reviews Security Situation and Operational Preparedness Along Western Border: ISPR

Rawalpindi, 4 March 2026(Kamran Raja): Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), HJ, Chief of Army Staff (COAS) and Chief of Defence Force (CDF), visited Wana in South Waziristan to review the prevailing security situation and operational preparedness along the Western border.During the visit, the Field Marshal laid a floral wreath at the Shuhada Monument and paid homage to the martyrs who rendered supreme sacrifices in defence of the motherland. He offered Fateha and reaffirmed that the sacrifices of Shuhada remain the cornerstone of Pakistan’s security and national resilience.The Field Marshal was given a comprehensive briefing on the prevailing security environment, ongoing intelligence-based operations, and measures undertaken for effective border management. He was briefed in det...
Pakistan Requests Alternative Supply Route via Yanbu, Saudi Arabia Assures Full Support
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Pakistan Requests Alternative Supply Route via Yanbu, Saudi Arabia Assures Full Support

Islamabad, March 04 2026(Kamran Raja): Federal Minister for Petroleum, Ali Pervaiz Malik, held a meeting with H.E. Nawaf bin Said Al-Malki, Ambassador of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to Pakistan. During the meeting, both sides discussed matters of mutual interest and bilateral cooperation. The Federal Minister apprised the Ambassador about the current situation and the implications of the closure of the Strait of Hormuz on global energy markets. He stated that Pakistan is closely monitoring the evolving situation on a daily basis, as the majority of Pakistan’s energy supplies transit through the Strait of Hormuz. The Minister emphasized that the Government of Pakistan is actively endeavoring to ensure continuity of the energy supply chain for its people. He noted that the support of brother...
Long-Term Commitment of Chinese Enterprise in Pakistan’s Development
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Long-Term Commitment of Chinese Enterprise in Pakistan’s Development

Islamabad 03 March 2026( Kamran Raja): Federal Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives, Ahsan Iqbal, visited the newly established Regional Headquarters of China Energy Engineering Corporation (CEEC) Pakistan, accompanied by senior officials from the Ministry of Planning. The Minister was received by CEEC’s Managing Director Mr. Wang Hui Hua, Senior Advisor Dr. Hassan Daud butt, and other senior representatives of CEEC. The visit coincided with celebrations of the Chinese Spring Festival, the Lantern Festival. During the briefing, the Managing Director highlighted CEEC’s leading role in advancing the China–Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), including the development of the Suki Kinari Hydropower Project and continued work on the Azad Pattan Hydropower Project. He noted...
Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif chairs a review meeting on cashless economy
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Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif chairs a review meeting on cashless economy

Islamabad, March 3, 2026(Kamran Raja) Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif chaired a high-level review meeting in Islamabad to assess progress on the promotion of a cashless economy and the expansion of digital payments across the country. The Prime Minister appreciated the efforts of the economic team and the State Bank of Pakistan for transitioning federal and provincial government salary payments, pensions, and vendor payments to the RAAST digital payment system. He commended the Ministry of Finance for facilitating payments amounting to Rs 1.6 trillion through RAAST between July 2025 and January 2026. During the meeting, the Prime Minister lauded the performance of the Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) team, noting that under the Ramazan Relief Package, financial assistance has...
UAE Embassy Distributes 1,000 Iftar Packets and 1,800 Kgs of Dates in Muzaffarabad, AJK
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UAE Embassy Distributes 1,000 Iftar Packets and 1,800 Kgs of Dates in Muzaffarabad, AJK

Islamabad 3 February 2026(Kamran Raja): As part of its ongoing humanitarian initiatives during the holy month of Ramadhan, H.E. Salem Mohammed Al-Zaabi, Ambassador of the United Arab Emirates to Pakistan, oversaw the distribution of 1,000 Iftar packets and 1,800 kilograms of dates among deserving families in Muzaffarabad, Azad Jammu & Kashmir (AJK). The initiative was carried out in close coordination with the local authorities to ensure that food assistance reached the most vulnerable segments of society during the blessed month. In his message on the occasion, Ambassador Al-Zaabi stated that the launch of the Iftar and dates distribution program is part of the Embassy’s broader initiatives and plans, undertaken in collaboration with charitable and humanitarian foundations during Rama...