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The dark side of digital Pakistan

The dark side of digital Pakistan

Amsal Fatima Pakistan, with nearly 49% of the women’s population, has the prevalence of gender disparity and patriarchal values. Deep-rooted complex beliefs and making them limited to women only, such as honor, cultural norms, and Parda, are the finest examples of gender disparity in Pakistan. Gender disparity plays a pivotal role in contributing to harassment against women by objectifying them as sexual objects and giving power to men. This harassment is not limited only in workplaces, educational institutions, and public places but also online. Pakistani women face harassment due toRead More


PM Shehbaz vows corruption-free Ramadan Relief Package sans utility stores

PM Shehbaz vows corruption-free Ramadan Relief Package sans utility stores

ISLAMABAD, FEB 4: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced on Tuesday that the government would unveil the Ramadan Relief Package this year without the involvement of the Utility Stores to prevent corruption and the distribution of low-quality commodities to the people. “As the month of Holy Ramadan is about to start, I have asked the Ministry of National Food Security to bring about a Ramadan package without Utility Stores. I had asked many months ago that this cannot go on with the Utility Stores,” the premier said while addressing a federalRead More


Azerbaijan’s envoy visits CDA Headquarters for bilateral talks

Azerbaijan's envoy visits CDA Headquarters for bilateral talks

ISLAMABAD, FEB 4 /DNA/ – Chairman of the Capital Development Authority (CDA), Muhammad Ali Randhawa, welcomed the Ambassador of Azerbaijan, Khazar Farhadov, to the CDA Headquarters, on Tuesday. During the meeting, Chairman CDA Muhammad Ali Randhawa highlighted the strong and friendly relations between Pakistan and Azerbaijan, emphasizing the need to further strengthen bilateral ties and explore new avenues for cooperation. He highlighted that there are excellent opportunities to enhance collaboration between the two nations, which would benefit the people of both countries. The discussion also underscored the importance of identifyingRead More


Mövenpick Hotel opens its doors in the heart of the Capital

Mövenpick Hotel opens its doors in the heart of the Capital

DNA ISLAMABAD, PAKISTAN – 4 FEB 2025 – Mövenpick Hotels, the brand synonymous with Swiss hospitality and culinary excellence, expands its global footprint with the opening of Mövenpick Hotel Centaurus Islamabad. As the city’s first premium high-rise hotel, this landmark addition to the Mövenpick portfolio is set to redefine hospitality in Pakistan’s capital, offering world-class services, unparalleled dining experiences, and cutting-edge event facilities designed to deliver extraordinary and lasting moments. Strategically located adjacent to the city’s iconic Centaurus Mall, Mövenpick Hotel Centaurus Islamabad offers convenient access to shopping, entertainment, andRead More


PM Shehbaz briefed on record-time construction of Jinnah Square underpasses

PM Shehbaz briefed on record-time construction of Jinnah Square underpasses

ISLAMABAD, FEB 4 /DNA/ – Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif received a comprehensive briefing today on the newly constructed underpasses at Jinnah Square, Islamabad.  The project, completed in just 72 days, marks a significant achievement in urban infrastructure development.


US deports over 200 Indians by military aircraft

US deports over 200 Indians by military aircraft

NEW DELHI, FEB 4 (AA/APP): A US military aircraft is bringing back more than 200 Indians deported from the US, according to a media report on Tuesday. Local broadcaster NDTV, citing sources, reported that a US C-17 military aircraft is returning the Indian nationals and that “each deported Indian national is verified, indicating New Delhi’s involvement in the deportation process.” “This is likely the first of many such flights that will bring illegal Indian immigrants in the US back,” the report said. The Indian Foreign Ministry has yet to issueRead More