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British Council, FCDO, and KP Government Launch ‘ILMpact’ to Educate 80,000 Marginalised Children in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
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British Council, FCDO, and KP Government Launch ‘ILMpact’ to Educate 80,000 Marginalised Children in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Peshawar, 31 July 2025(Ghufran): The Government of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, in collaboration with the British Council and the UK’s Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO), has officially launched ILMpact, a transformative education programme aimed at reaching more than 80,000 marginalised children across the province. ILMpact is designed to tackle long-standing educational inequalities in some of the most underserved regions of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The programme will prioritise access to quality education for girls, out-of-school children, minorities, and children with disabilities—groups that have traditionally faced significant barriers due to poverty, insufficient infrastructure, and deep-rooted social and cultural challenges. Key components of the programme include: ...
Pakistan Successfully Launches Remote Sensing Satellite, Marking a New Era in Technological Advancement
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Pakistan Successfully Launches Remote Sensing Satellite, Marking a New Era in Technological Advancement

Islamabad, July 31, 2025(Kamran Raja): In a landmark achievement for Pakistan’s space program and technological progress, the country has successfully launched its Remote Sensing Satellite (RSS) from the Xichang Satellite Launch Centre (XSLC) in China. Developed and launched by SUPARCO (Pakistan’s national space agency), in close collaboration with China Electronics Technology Group Corporation (CETC) and MICROSAT China, the satellite marks a significant stride toward Pakistan's goal of building a robust Earth observation capability. This achievement places Pakistan firmly among the growing ranks of space-faring nations committed to harnessing space technology for sustainable development. The newly launched satellite is equipped with high-resolution, round-the-clock imaging capabilities, ...
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Meets Managing Director of World Economic Forum
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Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Meets Managing Director of World Economic Forum

July 30, 2025(kamran Raja): Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif today received the Managing Director and Member of the Managing Board of the World Economic Forum (WEF), Ms. Sadia Zahidi, in Islamabad.During the meeting, the Prime Minister reaffirmed Pakistan’s long-standing and productive partnership with the World Economic Forum, appreciating the WEF’s continued engagement with Pakistan, particularly through its annual meetings in Davos, Switzerland.Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif briefed Ms. Zahidi on the remarkable economic recovery Pakistan has achieved over the past few years, highlighting the government’s commitment to inclusive and sustainable growth. He expressed Pakistan’s strong interest in deepening cooperation with the WEF, especially in areas such as economic developm...
حکومت کا الیکٹرک بائیکس 2 سال کی اقساط پر دینے کا فیصلہ
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حکومت کا الیکٹرک بائیکس 2 سال کی اقساط پر دینے کا فیصلہ

    : جولائ 2025: ( غفران ) اسلام آباد: پیٹرول اور ڈیزل کے بجائے الیکٹرک گاڑیوں اور بائیکس کو فروغ دینے کے لیے وفاقی حکومت نے ایک لاکھ 16 ہزار الیکٹرک بائیکس 2 سالوں کی اقساط پر دینے کا فیصلہ کیا ہے۔ ذرائع کے مطابق الیکٹرک بائیکس کے لیے اقساط اور سبسڈی اسکیم تیاری کے آخری مراحل میں داخل ہوگئی، وزیر اعظم شہباز شریف یوم آزادی پر نئی ای وی پالیسی اسکیم کا اعلان بھی کریں گے۔ اسٹیٹ بینک اور بینک ایسوسی ایشن کی جانب سے اسکیم تیار کی جا رہی ہے، جس کے تحت فی الیکٹرک بائیکس اور رکشہ پر 50 ہزار کی سبسڈی دی جائے گی۔ اسکیم کے تحت اہلیت کے لیے عمر کی حد 18 سے 65 سال تک ہوگی۔ فی الیکٹرک بائیک کی قیمت 2 لاکھ 50 ہزار روپے تک مقرر ہونے کا تخمینہ ہے جبکہ 50 ہزار کی سبسڈی اور بقیہ 2 لاکھ سے زائد رقم اقساط میں ادا کرنا ہوں گی۔...
Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), Chief of Army Staff (COAS), interacted with participants of the 16th National Workshop Balochistan: ISPR
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Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), Chief of Army Staff (COAS), interacted with participants of the 16th National Workshop Balochistan: ISPR

Rawalpindi, 30 July 2025(Kamran Raja): Addressing a diverse group of stakeholders including parliamentarians, representatives of civil society, civil servants, academicians, media personnel and youth; COAS resolutely reaffirmed Pakistan Army’s unwavering commitment to uproot the menace of terrorism and inevitability of sociology-economic uplift of Balochistan for national cohesion and integration. The COAS vehemently condemned India's blatant sponsorship of terror proxies, characterizing them as a failed attempt to target the deep rooted patriotism of the people of Balochistan. He elucidated that India, having suffered defeat in Ma’arka e Haq has now escalated its proxy war to advance her nefarious designs, specifically referencing to Fitna-al-Khawarij and Fitna-al-Hindustan as pawns of In...
President Asif Ali Zardari  grieved over the loss of lives in China’s heavy rains
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President Asif Ali Zardari grieved over the loss of lives in China’s heavy rains

Islamabad, 29 July 2025(Kamran Raja): President Asif Ali Zardari has expressed grief over the loss of precious human lives caused by the recent heavy rains in China.In his message of condolence to the people and leadership of China, President Zardari conveyed heartfelt sympathies to the bereaved families and expressed solidarity with those affected by the natural calamity.He stated that Pakistan stands firmly with China in this hour of grief. Pakistan and China are united in every moment of adversity,” the President said, adding that the people of Pakistan consider the sorrow of their Chinese brothers as their own.President Zardari reaffirmed Pakistan’s complete solidarity with China during this difficult time and shared the grief of the affected families.
Federal Minister for National Food Security and Research, Mr. Rana Tanveer Hussain, chaired a significant meeting today with a high-powered Chinese delegation to explore enhanced cooperation in the field of agriculture
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Federal Minister for National Food Security and Research, Mr. Rana Tanveer Hussain, chaired a significant meeting today with a high-powered Chinese delegation to explore enhanced cooperation in the field of agriculture

The Chinese delegation, comprising senior officials, agricultural scientists, and private sector representatives, expressed keen interest in investing across various segments of Pakistan’s agriculture, including seed development, precision farming, smart irrigation systems, and agro-processing. The delegation highlighted China’s technological advancements in agriculture and its willingness to transfer expertise to Pakistan through institutional partnerships.Federal Minister Rana Tanveer Hussain warmly welcomed the delegation and reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to strengthening bilateral ties, especially in the agriculture sector, which remains a backbone of the national economy. He emphasized that transforming the Pakistan Agricultural Research Council (PARC) into a center of excellen...
Deeply saddened by the tragic loss of lives and displacement in China: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif
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Deeply saddened by the tragic loss of lives and displacement in China: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif

Islamabad, 29 July 2025(Kamran Raja): Prime Minister of Pakistan Shehbaz Sharif express sadness on the loss of lives in China.He said on his X account "We are deeply saddened by the tragic loss of lives and displacement caused by the recent torrential rains and landslides in China. On behalf of the people of Pakistan as well as on my own behalf, I extend our heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families and all those affected. Having recently faced similar challenges in various parts of Pakistan, we fully understand and empathize with the hardship that our Chinese brothers and sisters are enduring.We are confident that the resilience and unity of the Chinese people, under the resolute leadership of President Xi Jinping, will see them through this difficult time. The people of Paki...
ISSI holds Bilateral Dialogue with Iranian think-tank IRAS
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ISSI holds Bilateral Dialogue with Iranian think-tank IRAS

Islamabad, 29July 2025(Nosheen): The Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad (ISSI) held bilateral dialogue with Iran’s Institute for Iran and Eurasia Studies (IRAS) on “Iran-Pakistan Relations in the Context of New Regional Developments.” Moderated by Ms. Amina Khan, Director CAMEA, the dialogue speakers included Ambassador Sohail Mahmood, Director General ISSI; Ambassador Khalid Mahmood, Chairman BoG, ISSI; Dr. Seyyed Rasoul Moosavi, former Director General of Southern Asia, Iran's Foreign Ministry; Ambassador Riffat Masood, Pakistan’s former Ambassador to Iran; and Dr. Somaye Morovati, Senior Researcher and Head of South Asian Group, Scientific Research and Middle East Strategic Studies Center (CMESS), Tehran.DG ISSI Ambassador Sohail Mahmood shared an in-depth assessment of shifti...
Under The Royal Directives for Medical Evaluation, Conjoined Jamaican Twins Arrive in Riyadh
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Under The Royal Directives for Medical Evaluation, Conjoined Jamaican Twins Arrive in Riyadh

Riyadh, July 29, 2025(Kamran Raja): In implementation of the directives of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, Jamaican conjoined twins Azaria and Azura arrived in Riyadh on Monday with their parents for an evaluation to determine the feasibility of a separation surgery. The twins were transported from Jamaica aboard the Ministry of Defense’s medical evacuation aircraft. Upon arrival at King Khalid International Airport, they were transferred to King Abdullah Specialist Children's Hospital at the Ministry of National Guard’s King Abdulaziz Medical City to undergo an evaluation of their condition.Advisor to the Royal Court, Supervisor General of the K...