Tuesday, October 22nd, 2024
Rana Tanveer departs for Saudi Arabia
ISLAMABAD, OCT 22 (DNA) — Federal Minister of Industries, Production, and National Food Security Rana Tanveer Hussain departed for Saudi Arabia on Tuesday to participate in the Multilateral Industrial Policy Forum (MIPF) 2024. According to the Industries Ministry spokesperson, the forum is organized by the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) and will take place in Riyadh from October 23-24, 2024. During the forum the discussions will focus on digitalization and automation in the manufacturing sector, he added. During the visit, the minister will also meet with Saudi authorities toRead More
Newly-appointed Ambassador of Türkiye meets Chief of Mission of TRNC
ISLAMABAD, OCT 22 /DNA/ – Ambassador Dr. İrfan Neziroğlu, newly-appointed Ambassador of Türkiye to Pakistan paid a courtesy visit to the Chief of Mission of TRNC Dilşad Şenol. Both sides discussed matters of mutual interest. DNA
Shah resumes as Acting Governor, summoned Assembly session on OCT 23
Nazir Siyal KARACHI, OCT 22 /DNA/ – Acting Governor Sindh, Syed Awais Qadir Shah, has summoned a session of the Sindh Assembly on Wednesday evening 4:00pm. Earlier, Speaker Sindh Assembly, Syed Awais Qadir Shah assumed the responsibilities as the Acting Governor of Sindh province. While taking charge as the Acting Governor checked official routine matters of the Governor House. On this occasion, Acting Governor stated that he would make every effort to maintain the governance and management of the Governor House as Acting Governor Sindh. Meanwhile, Sindh’s Minister for Home,Read More
Federal Minister for Interior and Narcotics Control Mohsin Naqvi Visits SAHA Expo in Istanbul
Istanbul, Oct 22 /DNA/ – Federal Minister for Interior and Narcotics Control Mohsin Naqvi participated in the SAHA Expo in Istanbul today. Interior Minister along with representatives from other countries, inaugurated SAHA Expo-2024. Upon arrival at the expo, Turkish officials warmly welcomed Mohsin Naqvi. Interior Minister met with Chief of the Turkish General Staff General Metin Gürak and congratulated him on the successful organization of the expo and extended his good wishes. General Metin Gürak thanked Mohsin Naqvi for Pakistan’s participation in the International Expo. Interior Minister along with representativesRead More
Empowering Rural Women: PODA’s 17th Annual Leadership Training Conference Kicks Off in Islamabad
1st Day of 3-Day Annual Rural Women Leadership Training Conference ISLAMABAD, OCT 22 /DNA/ – On the first day of PODA’s 17th Annual Rural Women Leadership Training Conference, women from over 132 districts nationwide, including the four provinces and the regions of Gilgit-Baltistan and AJK, united to advocate for the recognition of women as “farmers.” The fundamental focus of Tuesday’s proceedings was to bring the issues facing rural women to the forefront, ensuring that they can benefit from government policies and services. Lok Virsa collaborated with PODA to organize theRead More
Pakistan’s Digital Lag
By: Bisma Rafique Pakistan has established itself as a global leader in freelancing, ranking 4th in the world according to Payoneer’s Global Gig Economy Index. A youthful, tech-savvy population, with 64% of citizens under the age of 30, has fueled the rapid growth of the gig economy. This thriving sector is contributing significantly to Pakistan’s economy. In 2023 alone, freelancers generated over $500 million in export remittances, which serves as crucial support for the country, especially amid financial instability. However, despite these advancements, Pakistan faces significant digital challenges. Limited internetRead More