Friday, December 18th, 2020
COMSATS doing wonders in science & tech: Dr. Junaid Zaidi
Idea of establishing a high-level Commission was conceived by Pakistani Nobel Laureate, Prof. Dr. Abdus Salam; COMSATS Varsity now ranks highest among world universities A.M.Bhatti/Rana Farrukh ISLAMABAD: Dr. S.M. Junaid Zaidi Executive Director Commission on Science and Technology in South (COMSATS) has said despite limited resources COMSTAS is doing excellent job in research; establishing centers of excellence and promotion of information technology among the member states. He said a summary has been moved in order to get more funds allocation with this hope that the government shall allocate moreRead More
UNGA adopts Pakistan-sponsored resolution on self-determination
The United Nations General Assembly adopted a Pakistan-sponsored resolution that calls for immediate end to military intervention and occupation of foreign countries and territories. Adopted by the 193-member body on December 16, the resolution, titled “Universal realisation of the rights of peoples to self-determination”, reaffirmed that self-determination is a fundamental condition for effective guarantee and observance, preservation and promotion of human rights for those under colonial, foreign and alien domination. It declared the global body’s “firm opposition” to acts of foreign military intervention, aggression and occupation “since these have resultedRead More
Sheikh Rasheed Ahmed directs removal of ‘unnecessary’ checkpoints in Islamabad
ISLAMABAD : The residents of federal capital may be in for some relief as the incumbent interior minister, Sheikh Rasheed Ahmed, has directed removal of all unnecessary policy checkpoints across Islamabad. Ahmed said people will no longer face difficulties due to the checkpoints. “Police has been handed over six vehicles equipped with the latest technology,” said the interior minister. “It will be provided with eight more vehicles for security purpose.” The Islamabad Police has begun implementing on Ahmed’s directives and replaced all checkpoints, except those in the Red Zone, withRead More
Pakistan observes world migration day
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan joins the international community in the observance of International Migrants Day today. As a country of origin, transit, and destination, Pakistan believes in the potential and promise of migration, as it unlocks a host of opportunities for the individuals and their families as well as the countries concerned. Pakistani diaspora overseas is not only a major source of support for our national development but also contributes to the progress of host countries. Pakistanis living abroad have excelled in all fields in their host countries. Under the visionRead More
Peaceful dialogue brings positive results
By Muhammad Omar Iftikhar Be it a political objective, diplomatic, personal, or one about the corporate sector, a dialogue is always the best solution to address looming challenges. The political scenario of Pakistan has been marred with protests and jalsa that various political leaders organize to share their concerns. They highlight the shortcomings of the government or a certain governing body. While such protests do amass a large gathering, the points raised at such meetings generally fizzle out soon after the protest is over. A dialogue, on the other hand,Read More
Indian Disinformation Campaign Verified Pak Dossier
By Sajjad Shaukat In the cyber-age, online information has converted our planet into a global village. By bringing the political battles into our bedrooms, social media has made it much difficult for politicians to speak lies and to hide information. But, it is misfortune of the international community that Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been using social media to target Pakistan through fake websites which provides disinformation. In its latest report, titled “Indian Chronicles”, the EU DisinfoLab, published on December 9, this year, exposed an Indian disinformationRead More