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Awareness is the key

An estimated 42 thousand females in Pakistan fall victim to the deadly disease every year which is high among Asian countries. Though it can afflict women of any age, it is most common among women over 40 years of age. Therefore, medical experts adv...

Energy prices taking toll on development

The federal government had decided a few years ago that the prices of petroleum products would be fixed every fortnight keeping in view the trend of the global market. Since then, on the fifteenth and last day of every month, the old rate is maintain...

Establishment of Constitutional Courts: A Need of the Hour, Benefits, and Transparency

By Faizan Rawat  The establishment of constitutional courts has become a pressing need in Pakistan. In the current political and constitutional context, these courts can provide legal, political, and institutional stability. Many countries hav...

An inevitable requirment

To make the country self-sufficient in financial resources and get rid of debt on a sustainable basis, it is necessary to bring the tax revenue to the level of at least 13 percent of the gross national product, while this ratio is close to 9 percent...

Malnutrition in Pakistan: Causes, Consequences and Strategies for Improvement

By Maryam Ahmed Pakistani Malnutrition: Factors, Repercussions, and Ways to Get Better An Overview of Pakistani Malnutrition In Pakistan, malnutrition still affects a sizable portion of the populace, especially women and children. Pakistan has one of...

SCO Summit 2024: A Historic Opportunity for Pakistan

By Faizan Rawat The SCO Summit will be held on October 15-16, 2024, in Islamabad, with key leaders including China’s Premier Li Qiang, Russia’s Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin, and India’s Foreign Minister S. Jaishankar attending....

All eyes set on SCO summit in Islamabad

It is a great honor for Pakistan to host the summit of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO), whose main objectives are to promote political, economic and security cooperation in the region. Pakistan has prepared to make this summit conference...

Mosquito-borne disease on the rise

As the month of October starts, the Meteorological Department has done well to issue an alert for possible dengue outbreaks. At the same time, another mtosquito-borne disease chickengunya cases are also on the rise and with the onset of the winter,...

Pak beggars in S. Arabia: a matter of concern

Last year, on the complaint of the Saudi authorities, some beggars who went to the land of Hijaz under the guise of Hajj and Umrah were rounded up. If this operation had been completed effectively, the nation would not have faced shame again today. A...

A Healthier Tomorrow: The power of reducing sugar in your diet

In a world dominated by convenience and quick fixes, sugar has become a staple in many diets, often at the expense of our health. The allure of sugary treats-from soft drinks to desserts-is undeniable, but the health implications of excessive sugar...

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'Pakistan warns India of deep strikes'

ISLAMABAD: In a sharp response to Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's reported resolve to retaliate militarily over any terrorist attacks, Pakistan's military has warned that any Indian aggression would be met with decisive force - beginning with s...

Karimabad Society election process under threat due to fake members

KARACHI: Karimabad Ismailia Multipurpose Cooperative Society Limited, Karachi, is facing a serious election crisis. Despite the Registrar of Cooperative Societies Sindh appointing Ms. Rabia Khan, Assistant Registrar-II, as the Election Officer and is...

PM Shehbaz stresses for punctuality in govt offices

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has issued a directive to all federal ministries, divisions, and autonomous bodies to firmly adhere to official working hours. The move comes in response to constant complaints regarding lateness and absence i...

Sindh cabinet nods Vehicle Fitness Certification with Wah Industries

KARACHI: A meeting of the Sindh cabinet has in principle approved vehicle fitness certification from the Wah Industries yesterday. Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah directed the transport department to present a new proposal to the cabinet after consulta...
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