ISLAMABAD, AUG 19 /DNA/ – The evolving situation in Bangladesh is driven by multiple factors. It goes beyond dissatisfaction with unemployment and administrative problems as there is also resistance to Indian influence. This unrest reflects a broader, ongoing process and it would be premature to consider it conclusive. Following the resignation and departure of former prime minister Sheikh Hasina, Bangladesh’s interim leader, Muhammad Yunus, with his international stature, faces a critical test in this environment. Whether he can develop a truly indigenous agenda to address these complex challenges remains toRead More

New initiative aims to support pregnant women mothers and children in particularly marginalised and underserved areas  ISLAMABAD, /DNA/ – The Aga Khan Foundation (AKF) has announced the launch of a new $7.2million nutrition and immunisation programme in Pakistan. The newprogramme aims to support one million mothers and children in the most marginalised areas of four provinces. This programmeis being implemented in partnership with federal and provincial governments, Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance, and The Power of Nutrition (TPoN). Pakistan faces significant challenges in child health, with the third-highest burden of childRead More

ISLAMABAD, AUG 19 /DNA/ – Federal Minister for Interior Mohsin Naqvi has expressed deep sorrow over the loss of precious lives in a collision between a trailer and a coach near Ghotki on M-5. He extended heartfelt condolences to the families of the deceased. Interior Minister prayed for the swift recovery of those injured in the accident. He said that we share the grief of the bereaved families and ou sympathies are with them. He prayed that May Allah Almighty grant patience and strength to the families of the deceased.

ISLAMABAD, AUG 19: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder and former prime minister Imran Khan said former spymaster Faiz Hameed would be made a witness against him. “The drama of Faiz Hameed’s arrest is being staged to take my case to the military court,” he said. PTI founder made these comments after the Pakistan Army media relations department issued a press release informing that former ISI chief Faiz Hameed has been taken into the Army’s custody over violations of the Army Act. Later it was informed that three more Army retired officialsRead More