Thursday, December 12th, 2024
Potential of 26th Amendment depends on balance, transparency, and institutional unity: Experts

Islamabad, Dec 12 (DNA):The 26th Amendment to the Constitution of Pakistan has the potential to address longstanding challenges, provided that transparency, inclusivity, and institutional harmony are prioritized. While debate is inevitable in constitutional developments, and there is a critical balance between judicial independence and parliamentary oversight, it is essential that the amendment be critically evaluated to ensure the development of law, constitutional principles, and effective justice delivery. Legal practitioners and scholars noted this during a roundtable titled “The 26th Amendment of the Constitution of Pakistan: Significance and Impact,” held atRead More
Pakistan Sends Second Humanitarian Aid Consignment to Malaysia

ISLAMABAD: DEC 12 (DNA):The Second consignment of humanitarian aid for people of Malaysia has successfully landed in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, which flew from Islamabad International Airport last night via a chartered flight, carrying 40 tons of relief items by GoP/Pak NDMA. The relief consignment consisted of tents, blankets, quilts, sleeping bags, mats and life jackets. With this, it makes total 80 tons of relief consignments which are dispatched to flood-hit areas of Malaysia. Upon arrival, the consignment received by representatives of Pakistan Embassy in Malaysia and Malaysian National Disaster ManagementRead More
Rana Tanveer Hussain Chairs 90th Meeting of Pakistan Central Cotton Committee

ISLAMABAD: DEC 12 (DNA):The 90th meeting of the Pakistan Central Cotton Committee (PCCC)’s Governing Body was chaired by Federal Minister for National Food Security & Research, Rana Tanveer Hussain. The meeting deliberated on critical issues surrounding the cotton cess and restructuring of the PCCC to revitalise its operations. The Minister expressed serious concerns over the deliberate delays in resolving the cess-related disputes over the past eight years. These delays have adversely impacted PCCC’s efficiency and its contributions to national cotton research and development (R&D). Immediate measures were proposed to resolveRead More
MOL celebrates 25 years of success in Pakistan

ISLAMABAD, Dec 12 (APP/DNA):MOL Pakistan, a leading stakeholder in Pakistan’s energy sector celebrated its 25th anniversary of operations in the country. The occasion commemorated the company’s role and achievements not only in building the country’s exploration; and production sector and contributing to its energy security, but also in positively impacting the lives of the local communities for two-and-a-half decades, said a news release. As a fully owned subsidiary of MOL Group, MOL Pakistan plays an important role in its international portfolio, representing 7% of the group’s total hydrocarbon production. TheRead More
Tarar reaches Istanbul to represent Pakistan in Stratcom Summit

ISLAMABAD, DEC 12 (APP/DNA):Federal Minister for Information, Broadcasting, National Heritage and Culture Attaullah Tarar on Thursday arrived in Istanbul, Turkiye on a three-day visit. He will represent Pakistan at Stratcom Summit 2024 being held in Istanbul. During his stay in Istanbul, the minister for information will meet the Head of Media and Communications of Turkish Presidency, Prof. Fahrettin Altun. He will also visit TRT World Headquarters and Albayrak Media Group. During his visit, the federal minister will also hold meetings with DG International Broadcast and CEO Albayrak Media Group.
Govt committed to reviving cotton sector, facilitating farmers: Rana Tanveer

ISLAMABAD, DEC 12 (APP/DNA):The Federal Government is committed to undertaking all necessary measures for the restructuring of the Pakistan Central Cotton Committee (PCCC), the revival of the cotton sector, and providing essential support to farmers. Minister for National Food Security & Research, Rana Tanveer Hussain expressed these views while presiding over the 90th Governing Body meeting of the PCCC at the Ministry of National Food Security & Research on Wednesday, said a press release. The minister highlighted the critical role of cotton in Pakistan’s economy and reiterated the government’s resolveRead More