Tuesday, November 26th, 2024
Three terrorists killed during foiled infiltration attempt in North Waziristan: ISPR
RAWALPINDI, /DNA/ – On night 25/26 November, movement of a group of khwarij, who were trying to infiltrate through Pakistan-Afghanistan border, was picked up by the security forces in general area Hassan Khel, North Waziristan District. Own troops effectively engaged and thwarted their attempt to infiltrate. Resultantly, three Khwarij were sent to hell. Pakistan has consistently been asking Interim Afghan Government to ensure effective border management on their side of the border. Interim Afghan Government is expected to fulfil its obligations and deny the use of Afghan soil by KhwarijRead More
Future of Digital Banking in Pakistan: Ali Jahangir Siddiqui’s perspective
Ali Jahangir Siddiqui, a leading entrepreneur and former ambassador, is driving Pakistan’s digital banking transformation with initiatives focused on financial inclusion, technological advancement, and global partnerships. His approach to digital banking aims to create a tech-driven, inclusive ecosystem—helping Pakistan move toward a digital economy and regional economic integration. The Vision for a Digital Economy in Pakistan Ali Jahangir Siddiqui firmly believes that digital banking can play a pivotal role in the economic growth and regional trade of Pakistan. With advancing the digital banking infrastructure, it would help Pakistan to getRead More
Finance Minister meets delegation of Int’l Accounting Standards Board (IASB)
ISLAMABAD, NOV 26 /DNA/ – Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue, Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb, held a meeting with a delegation of the International Accounting Standards Board (IASB) led by Dr. Andreas, Chairman IASB. The delegation included Mr. Jianqiao Lu, Member IASB, Mr. Farukh Rehman, President of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Pakistan (ICAP), and Mr. Rana Usman Khan, Chairman of the Asia-Oceania Accounting Standards Group. Mr. Ashfaq Tola, Chairman of the Reforms and Resource Mobilization Commission of Pakistan (RRMC) and senior officers from the Finance Division also attended theRead More
Zimbabwe set low target of 146 in crucial ODI match against Pakistan
Bulawayo, NOV 26: Pakistan spinners — spearheaded by Salman Ali Agha and Abrar Ahmed — restricted Zimbabwe at 145 in the crucial second match of three-match One Day International (ODI) in Bulawayo on Tuesday. The Zimbabwe batters who made a mark, though not much impressive, include Dion Myers (33 off 30), captain Craig Ervine (18 off 35), Sean Williams (31 off 39) and Sikandar Raza (17 off 17), almost all of the rest crumbled for paltry score. Abrar took four and Agha three scalps, reducing the hosts to a meagreRead More
Extreme weather threatens Canada’s hydropower future
MANICOUAGAN, CANADA, NOV 26 (AFP/APP): Hydropower production in Canada is plummeting as extreme weather linked to climate change, particularly sudden swings between drought and flood, hampers output while threatening the structure of dams themselves. A world leader in hydroelectricity, Canada has also been forced to cut exports to the United States, which have reached their lowest levels in 14 years, according to the national statistics agency. For three straight months earlier this year, Canada had to import energy from the US — a first in eight years,Read More
First convocation of School of Allied Health Sciences at CMH Lahore Medical College
ISLAMABAD, NOV 26: The first convocation of the School of Allied Health Sciences at CMH Lahore Medical College was held, where 169 graduates received their degrees. The graduates included 83 Doctors of Physical Therapy and 86 Doctors of Medical Imaging. Lieutenant General Syed Amir Raza, Commander Lahore Corps, graced the event as the chief guest. Professor Dr. Muhammad Arshad, Rector of the University of Lahore, presented the degrees to the graduates. The ceremony also recognized the outstanding performance of several graduates, with certificates and medals awarded to the top achievers.Read More