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The beverage industry is using traditional seductive tactics on the name of foreign investment
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The beverage industry is using traditional seductive tactics on the name of foreign investment

Investment at the cost of letting people die. A much needed tax requested by civil society which could save lives in Pakistan. The 2024-25 budget formulation is at its full swing. The beverage industry is using traditional seductive tactics on the name of foreign investment and exports to Pakistani policy makers to escape taxes. The civil society of Pakistan and health professionals collectively rejects such tactics of the beverage industry and termed it plan for killing people by building a huge burden on the health sector and hence, economy of the country. Pakistan is a country with more than 1100 people dying daily due to diabetes and its complications, over 300 limbs amputated every day and a heart attack occurs every single minute. In a joint stamen issued, they requested FBR, IMF a...
The Foreign Minister of Azerbaijan, Jeyhun Bayramov, called on General Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), Chief of Army Staff (COAS), at the General Headquarters (GHQ).
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The Foreign Minister of Azerbaijan, Jeyhun Bayramov, called on General Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), Chief of Army Staff (COAS), at the General Headquarters (GHQ).

The Foreign Minister of Azerbaijan, Jeyhun Bayramov, called on General Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), Chief of Army Staff (COAS), at the General Headquarters (GHQ). During their meeting, they engaged in in-depth discussions on matters of mutual interest, including regional peace and stability.The COAS emphasized Pakistan's long-standing fraternal ties with Azerbaijan and reiterated the country's unwavering commitment to providing comprehensive assistance and cooperation in the spheres of defense and security. Furthermore, the COAS praised the Azerbaijani Armed Forces for their exemplary professionalism and valor. The visiting dignitary expressed his sincere appreciation for Pakistan's steadfast support to Azerbaijan and acknowledged the country's pivotal role in maintaining regional stabilit...
Pakistan joined the OIC member states to pay rich tribute to late President of Iran
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Pakistan joined the OIC member states to pay rich tribute to late President of Iran

Pakistan joined the OIC member states to pay rich tribute to late President of Iran, Dr. Ebrahim Raisi, for his dedication to the central cause of the restoration of the inalienable rights of the Palestinians & the protection of the sanctity of holy mosque of Al-Quds Sharif.Making a statement on behalf of the OIC in a special UN General Assembly session held to pay tribute to the memory of the late President of Iran, Amb. Munir Akram lauded President Raisi for his leadership, wisdom & consensus politics & stated that with the consistent support of other OIC leaders, the Organisation has become stronger, more cohesive and an effective force for the promotion of global peace, security and prosperity. He credited the late President Raisi for his contribution to the socio-econo...
Microsoft Copilot ‘Learn for Educators’ Launched at HEC
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Microsoft Copilot ‘Learn for Educators’ Launched at HEC

𝗣𝗮𝗸𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗶 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝘁𝗵 𝗖𝗮𝗻 𝗗𝗼 𝗪𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗶𝗳 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗱 𝗥𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝘀, 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗰𝗲𝘀: 𝗥𝗮𝗻𝗮 𝗠𝗮𝘀𝗵𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗱Rana Mashhood Ahmed Khan, Chairman, Prime Minister’s Youth Programme (PMYP) launched on Thursday the robust Artificial Intelligence (AI) platform, Microsoft Learn for Educators, a Microsoft Copilot for AI skilling, at the Higher Education Commission (HEC), Pakistan to enhance curriculum and train educator community.In this connection, a ceremony was held to celebrate the HEC-Microsoft Campus Connect Day 2024 at the HEC Secretariat. The ceremony, which also marked the launch of Microsoft for Startups – Founders Hub, to leverage the entrepreneurial ecosystem among students, was attended by Vice Chancellors, faculty members, students, and IT experts.Addressing the participants, the Chairman PMYP sa...
83rd Formation Commanders Conference at GHQ: ISPR
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83rd Formation Commanders Conference at GHQ: ISPR

83rd Formation Commanders Conference at GHQ: ISPRGeneral Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), Chief of Army Staff (COAS), presided over the 83rd Formation Commanders Conference at GHQ, attended by Corps Commanders, Principal Staff Officers, and all Formation Commanders of Pakistan Army. The forum offered Fatiha and paid tribute to the supreme sacrifices of Shuhadas, including officers and men of the Armed Forces, Law Enforcement Agencies, and citizens of Pakistan who laid their lives for the country's safety, security, and sovereignty.The forum was briefed on the dynamics of the geo-strategic environment, emerging challenges to national security, and the Army's strategy to counter multi-domain threats. The participants were also briefed on technological innovations to modernize the Army and ...
Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad (ISSI) concluded a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Yunus Emre Enstitusu, Turkiye
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Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad (ISSI) concluded a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Yunus Emre Enstitusu, Turkiye

Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad (ISSI) concluded a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Yunus Emre Enstitusu, TurkiyeFurther strengthening its international collaboration, the Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad (ISSI) concluded a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Yunus Emre Enstitusu, Turkiye. The MoU signing ceremony included the participation of the Turkish Ambassador in Islamabad, His Excellency Mehmet Pacaci; Dr. Halil Toker, Coordinator of Yunus Emre Enstitusu; Turkiye, Dr. Yousaf Junaid, Ambassador of Pakistan in Ankara; Ambassador Sohail Mahmood, Director General ISSI; Ms. Amina Khan, Director CAMEA; and Team CAMEA.While giving her introductory remarks, Ms. Amina Khan said that this MoU is a testament of the long-standing relationship between ...
ڈی آئی جی آپریشنز سید علی رضاکی زیر صدارت ٹریفک کے حوالے سے اہم اجلاس منعقد ہوا
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ڈی آئی جی آپریشنز سید علی رضاکی زیر صدارت ٹریفک کے حوالے سے اہم اجلاس منعقد ہوا

ڈی آئی جی آپریشنز سید علی رضاکی زیر صدارت ٹریفک کے حوالے سے اہم اجلاس منعقد ہوا اجلاس میں ایس ایس پی ٹر یفک اورتما م زونل ڈی ایس پیز نے شرکت کی۔ شہر یو ں کو بہترین سفری سہو لیا ت مہیاکرنے اورشہر بھر میں ٹر یفک کی روانی کو بر قرار رکھا جائے افسران قانون کی پاسداری کے ساتھ اپنے فرائض منصبی کو احسن طریقے سے سرانجام دیں۔ ون ویلنگ ،فینسی نمبر پلیٹ اور کالے شیشوں والی گاڑیوں کے خلاف جاری کارروائیوں کو تیز کیا جائے افسران ٹریفک کے متعلق عوامی سہولیات پر توجہ دیں۔ تعلیمی اداروں اور اہم مقامات پرموبائل خدمات مہیا کی جائیں اہم تجارتی مقامات سے غیر قانونی پارکنگ کابھی خاتمہ کیا جائے۔ بہترین کارکردگی دکھانے والے افسران کی حوصلہ افزائی کی جائے گی. شہریوں کی جان و مال کا تحفظ اور ٹریفک کی روانی کو برقرار رکھنا ہماری اولین ترجیحات ہے Editor: Kamran Raja...
Twenty three terrorists were sent to hell: ISPR
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Twenty three terrorists were sent to hell: ISPR

Twenty three terrorists were sent to hell: ISPROn 26-27 May 2024, twenty three terrorists were sent to hell by the security forces in three seperate operations in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Province.On 26 May, an intelligence based operation was conducted in general area Hassan Khel, Peshawar District, where six terrorists were successfully neutralized by the security forces and multiple hideouts were busted. Captain Hussain Jehangir and Havildar Shafiq Ullah also embraced Shahadat on 26 May, while fighting gallantly.On 27 May, in another operation conducted in Tank District, own troops effectively engaged the terrorists’ location, as a result of which ten terrorists were sent to hell.The third engagement occurred in general area Bagh, Khyber District, wherein, the security forces ...
Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi seeks plan to establish Safe City in Dasu and Chilas
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Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi seeks plan to establish Safe City in Dasu and Chilas

Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi seeks plan to establish Safe City in Dasu and ChilasPreparations have been started for setting up the Safe City project in Dassu-Chilas in order to ensure foolproof security of Chinese and foreign nationals. Federal Minister for Interior Mohsin Naqvi chaired a meeting regarding the establishment of Safe City Project in Dassu and Chilas today. Interior Minister formed a special committee and sought a comprehensive plan in this regard. He directed the committee to submit final recommendations within 15 days.On this occasion, the Interior Minister said that the Prime Minister has directed to establish safe city project in Dassu and Chilas. He emphasized the implementation of the project on the pattern of safe cities in Islamabad and Lahore . He highlig...
Federal Minister Ahsan Iqbal’s conversation with  Media after the 13th session of JCC
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Federal Minister Ahsan Iqbal’s conversation with Media after the 13th session of JCC

Federal Minister Ahsan Iqbal's conversation with Media after the 13th session of JCCFederal Minister Professor Ahsan Iqbal has the honor of having presided over 10 out of 13 JCC meetings. Speaking to the media after the 13th JCC, Federal Minister Ahsan Iqbal said that CPEC is a milestone of friendship between Pakistan and China. CPEC has provided this friendship with a strong foundation for economic and economic cooperation. From 2013 to 2018, 25 billion dollars were invested in Pakistan under CPEC. He said that the journey of CPEC slowed down after 2018 due to change of government. Criticism of CPEC during this period caused big investors to leave Pakistan, as a result of which Pakistan suffered huge losses in investment. Further damage to Pakistan's economy was caused by severe cli...