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Breaking the Chains of Pakistan’s Drug Crisis

Breaking the Chains of Pakistan’s Drug Crisis

Author: Sundas Mehreen The author is a Research Associate and anti-drug activist dedicated to tackling substance abuse through research and advocacy for community impact. Undoubtedly, youth is the decisive force behind a progressive and developed state. Though they were a minority, the youth remarkably revitalized the independence movement in 1947 and played a crucial role in defending the state during the 1965 war. This historical role underscores the untapped potential they offer today, as Pakistan’s youth bulge stands at a staggering 64% of the total population. This demographic shift presentsRead More


Pakistan Navy inducts two state of the art ships in its fleet

Pakistan Navy inducts two state of the art ships in its fleet

KARACHI,  Sep 6: A graceful ceremony for induction of MILGEM Class Corvette PNS BABUR and Offshore Patrol Vessel PNS HUNAIN was held at PN Dockyard Karachi. President of Pakistan, MrAsif Ali Zardari graced the occasion as Chief Guest. PNS BABUR is a multipurpose Ship built and commissioned at Istanbul Naval Shipyard on 23 Sep 23. PNS HUNAIN, an Offshore Patrol Vessel was built and commissioned at DAMEN Shipyard, Romania on 25 Jul 24. Speaking at the ceremony, the Chief Guest dilated upon the precarious geo-strategic environment in the Indian OceanRead More


ICT administration to open Rawal Dam spillways

ICT administration to open Rawal Dam spillways

ISLAMABAD, SEP 06 (DNA) — The Islamabad Capital Territory (ICT) administration opened the spillways of Rawal Dam on Friday at 6 a.m. as a precautionary measure due to rising water levels.  The decision comes in response to the rising water levels in the dam, which reached 1,752 feet, prompting the authorities to take this step to prevent potential flooding, according to an ICT administration spokesperson. He said residents living near urban river channels have been advised to avoid these areas to ensure their safety. Those residing in low-lying regions are urgedRead More


Public hearing on Abbottabad city master plan held

Public hearing on Abbottabad city master plan held

ABBOTTABAD, SEP 06 (DNA) — A public hearing on the Master Plan for Abbottabad City was organized by the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Department of Planning and Development on Friday. The event, aimed at gathering public input for the city’s future development, was attended by various district officials, including Additional Deputy Commissioner Rizwana Dar, Chief Town Planner Ahmed Masood, Chief Geologist Amir Sohail, Project Manager Anwar ul Haq, as well as civil society members, media representatives, and other relevant officers. In her address, Rizwana Dar encouraged residents to actively participate in shaping theRead More


Deputy PM Dar greets UK’s first Muslim Lord Chancellor

Deputy PM Dar greets UK’s first Muslim Lord Chancellor

ISLAMABAD, SEPT 6 /DNA/ – Deputy Prime Minister / Foreign Minister Senator Ishaq Dar spoke with Shabana Mahmood, Lord Chancellor and Secretary of State for Justice of the United Kingdom. She is the first Muslim woman to hold this position. Deputy Prime Minister Dar congratulated Lord Chancellor Mahmood on her historic appointment, saying that her success was a source of pride for all Muslims and Pakistanis in particular. He lauded the role played by 1.7 million British-Pakistanis in fortifying the Pakistan-UK partnership. The Deputy Prime Minister said that he lookedRead More


ISSI commemorates Defence Day

ISSI commemorates Defence Day

ISLAMABAD, SEPT 6 /DNA/ – The Arms Control and Disarmament Centre (ACDC) at the Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad (ISSI) organized a ceremony to commemorate Pakistan Defence Day. The thematic focus of the event was on “Pakistan Strategic Defence: A Journey to Ensure Credible Deterrence.” Commenceing with the national anthem, the proceedings were attended by the ISSI Research Faculty, interns and students. DG ISSI Ambassador Sohail Mahmood, in his remarks on the occasion, paid rich tributes to the Pakistan Armed Forces and paid homage to the martyrs who made theRead More