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Privatization of schools

Plans regarding privatization of schools is not a welcome move. It means that children who were given an almost free education in public schools will now be charged from their parents the hefty fees charged in private schools, where only the children...

Escalating Tensions: Israel-Hamas Conflict in October 2023

Introduction In early October 2023, the long-standing Israeli-Palestinian conflict took a distressing turn as war broke out between Israel and Hamas, a militant Islamist group controlling the Gaza Strip since 2006. This conflict unfolded with a sudde...

To nip the evil in the bud

Finding polio virus samples from almost every district of Karachi is a matter of great concern. And the most painful thing is that it is being transmitted to this mega city by people from other part of the country, mostly Afghan refugees, majority of...

Chinese investment in solar energy and other sectors

Pak-China trade and investment parleys are going to further increase in coming years and the Caretaker Prime Minister Anwarul Haq Kakar invited China to invest in the solar energy sector. It is of particular importance for Pakistan in that it will st...

The future of 5G technology: what to expect?

Introduction As technology continues to advance at an astonishing pace, the development of 5G technology stands as one of the most eagerly awaited innovations of our time. The promises of lightning-fast internet speeds, lower latency, and unprecedent...

The challenges and benefits of renewable energy sources

Introduction In an era where the consequences of climate change are becoming increasingly evident, the world is turning to renewable energy sources as a beacon of hope. These sources, including solar, wind, hydro, and geothermal power, offer a promis...

Israel’s barbaric bombardment on hospitals

In Gaza, innocent Palestinian men, women, youth and children, their homes and property continue to be bombarded by Israel. Israel's barbaric bombardment continues in Gaza, the Israeli army martyred more than 500 Palestinians in a fresh attack on a ho...

Violations of rules and pathetic state of roads

Pakistan is being counted among the worst countries in the world list regarding traffic accidents. Every five minutes, one person gets involved in a traffic accident here. In 2018, Pakistan was ranked 67th in the global death rate and the number of d...

Crypto currency: The Digital Frontier of Finance

Introduction In the realm of modern finance, few innovations have sparked as much excitement and controversy as crypto currency. Emerging from the shadows of cryptography and decentralized networks, crypto currency has evolved into a global phenomeno...

Speculations on Afghanistan’s inclusion in CPEC

In Afghanistan’s bilateral trade with Pakistan, it is not possible to deny formal and undocumented trade. The reason for this is the centuries-old relations between the two countries, the relations between the communities and the level of relig...

NC Big Stories

Customs Seize Smuggled Honda Civic from Karachi’s NMB Wharf

KARACHI: The Anti-Smuggling Organization (ASO) of Pakistan Customs has seized a smuggled and duty-unpaid Honda Civic car from the NMB Wharf area of Karachi following credible intelligence regarding its illegal importation. According to the official s...

Narrative Warfare and Media Diplomacy: Pakistan’s Response to Disinformation During the 2025 India-Pakistan Conflict

Regional tensions have always been a top headline in International and National media. From Russia- Ukraine issue to Pak-India conflict the world has been witnessing many great challenges and upheavals among nations. The traditional means of war has...

Abandoned Government School buildings turn into drug dens in Sher Shah Colony

KARACHI: On the directives of Sindh Ombudsman Muhammad Sohail Rajput, Aftab Ahmed Khatri, Regional Director of the Provincial Ombudsman Sindh (POS) for Keamari District/West Karachi, along with Salahuddin Siddiqui, conducted an inspection of the...

Awareness seminar held in Karachi on Right to Self-Determination Day for Kashmir

KARACHI: An awareness seminar was organized in Karachi on the occasion of Right to Self-Determination Day by the Youth Forum for Kashmir – Karachi Regional Office (YFK-KRO). Political, social, religious and media personalities attended the even...
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