Friday, February 21st, 2025
Abdul Kabir calls on Afghans to uphold and protect the Islamic system
KABUL: Mawlawi Abdul Kabir, the Acting Minister of Refugees and Repatriation, emphasized the collective responsibility of all citizens to protect and safeguard the ruling Islamic system during a graduation ceremony at a religious school in Kabul. He highlighted the importance of maintaining national stability and unity, calling on everyone to contribute to the preservation of the country’s Islamic governance. In his address, Abdul Kabir also underscored the harmonious relationship between modern and religious sciences, noting that significant scientific advancements have been achieved in Afghanistan. The remarks come amid repeated warningsRead More
Champions Trophy: Rahmat’s grit in vain as South Africa down Afghanistan by 107 runs
KARACHI: Rahmat Shah’s belligerent 90 runs were in vain as Afghanistan suffered a 107-run defeat against South Africa in the third match of the ICC Men’s Champions Trophy 2025 at the National Bank Stadium on Friday. Chasing a daunting 316-run target, Afghanistan’s batting unit unfolded on a meagre 208 in 43.3 overs despite a valiant innings from Rahmat Shah. The middle-order batter waged a lone battle for Afghanistan, top-scoring with a gritty 90 off 91 deliveries, laced with nine fours and a six. Besides him, no Afghanistan batter could poseRead More
Hearts of Pakistani people beat with their Palestinian brothers and sisters: Abdul Aleem Khan
MOROCCO, FEB 21 – A detailed meeting was held between Palestinian Transport Minister Tariq Hussaini Zarrab and Federal Minister for Communications, Privatization and Board of Investment Abdul Aleem Khan in Morocco, in which Federal Minister Abdul Aleem Khan expressed the goodwill gesture of the Pakistanis to the Palestinian Minister and said that the hearts of the Pakistani people beat with their Palestinian brothers and sisters. Pakistan will continue to provide moral, diplomatic and all kinds of support to Palestine and every Pakistani citizen is deeply saddened and grieved over theRead More
CPSC hosts Dr. Thitinan Pongsudhirak on U.S.-China Dynamics and ASEAN’s Future
ISLAMABAD, 21 FEB /DNA/ – The China Pakistan Study Centre (CPSC) at the Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad (ISSI) hosted Dr. Thitinan Pongsudhirak, Director Institute of Security and International Studies, Chulalongkorn University, Thailand, as part of its Distinguished Lecture Series. Dr. Pongsudhirak deliberated on the topic of “Southeast Asia/ASEAN between the U.S. and China: Dynamics and Prospects.” The event was attended by former federal ministers, senior diplomats, practitioners, academicians and members of civil society. In his welcome remarks, DG ISSI Ambassador Sohail Mahmood highlighted Dr. Thitinan’s intellectual and academic contributionsRead More
Chairman PPP announces Oxford University’s Scholarships for Sindh and Balochistan
ISLAMABAD, 21 FEB /DNA/ – The Government of Sindh, in collaboration with the Oxford Pakistan Programme (OPP), has announced two prestigious scholarships named after Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto and Shaheed Zulfikar Ali Bhutto. These scholarships will be part of OPP’s annual graduate scholarship program and will support highly talented students from Sindh in pursuing graduate studies at the University of Oxford. Historically, access to institutions like Oxford has been largely limited to privileged students, leaving behind talented individuals from underprivileged areas. OPP is committed to breaking this barrier to ensureRead More
NAHE’s Faculty Development Programme for IPFP Fellows Concludes at Lahore & Peshawar
ISLAMABAD, 21 FEB /DNA/ -The National Academy of Higher Education (NAHE) organized the certificate distribution ceremonies of the National Faculty Development Programme (NFDP) for participants under Interim Placement of Fresh PhDs (IPFP) Programme at Lahore and Peshawar. The NFDP aims to equip fresh PhDs with essential tools and techniques for effective teaching and research, ensuring they are well-prepared to contribute meaningfully to Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) across Pakistan. Faculty development is essential for advancing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly in higher education settings. By improving the capabilities and effectivenessRead More