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Journalism in the age of social media: opportunities and challenges

The proliferation of social media platforms has transformed the landscape of journalism, presenting both opportunities and challenges for news organizations and journalists. In this article, we delve into the impact of social media on journalism, exp...

Pak-US must focus on long-tem goals

From the time of its establishment, Pakistan had ignored the socialist bloc and associated its interests with the United Statses, but the historical fact is that these ties need to be further improved at public level. The problem with US and Pakistan...

Sudan war’s humanitarian cost demands a collective response

The humanitarian crisis gripping Sudan has surged to unprecedented levels, drawing urgent appeals for help from aid organizations and top UN officials alike. This crisis, labeled as one of the gravest humanitarian catastrophes in recent memory, has c...

Threats and challenges facing journalists worldwide

Introduction: Press freedom is a cornerstone of democracy, serving as a vital check on power and a safeguard for transparency and accountability. However, journalists around the world face an array of threats and challenges in their pursuit of truth...

No justification for capacity charges

It is worth mentioning here that due to the continuous increase in electricity and gas prices during the last few years, where the work in the industry has come to a standstill, the payment of gas and electricity bills for the common man as well as f...

Luminous Nights: embracing the last 10 days of Ramadan

As the holy month of Ramadan draws to a close, Muslims around the world turn their attention to the final stretch of this sacred period. The last 10 days of Ramadan hold immense significance in Islamic tradition, representing a time of heightened sp...

‘Navigating the Education Sector in a Technological World’

In the contemporary landscape, the education sector stands at the intersection of tradition and innovation, as technological advancements continue to reshape the way knowledge is accessed, imparted, and utilized. From elementary classrooms to higher...

High time to get terror genie back in bottle

The dreadful incidents of  terrorism in the country are an opener for the security appartus. The anti-Pakistan game behind the terrorist attack on Chinese engineers in the Shangla district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on Tuesday  last demands that...

Provocation facing Pakistani farmers

Agriculture is the backbone of Pakistan's economy, contributing significantly to its GDP and providing livelihoods to a vast majority of its population. Despite its importance, Pakistani farmers face a myriad of challenges that hinder their productiv...

PSX sets new record in the wake of IMF accord

Pakistan Stock Exchange on Wednesday set a new record due to an extraordinary rally and the record of the highest level of 100 index was broken. After the agreement with the IMF, the investors were once again mobilized by the government's clear polic...

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PMDC sees new registrar amid accusations of political interference

ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PMDC) has appointed Dr Abdul Wali Khan as its new acting registrar — the fifth person to hold the position in just over two years — further highlighting the ongoing administrative instab...

Karachi board extends inter part-I admission deadline

KARACHI: The Board of Intermediate Education Karachi (BIEK) has extended the deadline for Intermediate Part-I admissions until August 8 to provide relief to students affected by delays in the announcement of matric pre-engineering results in Karachi....

Journalist receives death threats after exposing corruption in Karimabad Society

KARACHI: Karimabad Ismailia Multipurpose Cooperative Society has come under scrutiny after alleged corruption and illegal activities were exposed by Daily National Courier reporter Ali Jan. Following his reporting, Ali Jan is now facing serious threa...

Pakistan expats community plans grand cultural event

KARACHI: The Pakistan Overseas Community Global Sharjah, a dynamic social and cultural forum representing Pakistani expatriates in the UAE, continues to strengthen its ties with the homeland. Led by the forum's president, Syed Saleem Akhtar, the...
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