Monday, June 30th, 2025
HRCP 2024 report notes decline in rule of law in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
From Our Correspondent PESHAWAR, JUN 30 /DNA/ – The Human Rights Commission of Pakistan (HRCP) its flagship annual report on the state of human rights in 2024 highlights a significant decline in democratic standards in the country, fueled by increasing concerns over the legitimacy of the general elections and the weakening of the parliamentary system. The report made public in a press conference on Monday also pertained to deteriorated law and order situation along with increasing acts of violence against women, children, non Muslim minority and transgenders. Its findings withRead More
Trump’s Dual Triumph at Home and Abroad
By Qamar Bashir President Donald J. Trump’s return to office in January 2025 triggered swift, sweeping action. Armed with the same defiance and unfiltered confidence that defined his first term, Trump immediately reimposed the America First doctrine, introducing tariffs and demanding stricter compliance from allies. Predictions of economic collapse, rising inflation, and diplomatic backlash flooded the media. But within six months, reality tells a different story: the U.S. economy is gaining strength, international alliances are being redefined, and old taboos—particularly around America’s unconditional support for Israel—are being questioned as neverRead More
Pakistan welcomes Court of Arbitration
ISLAMABAD, JUN 30 /DNA/ – In a Supplemental Award announced on 27 June 2025, the Court of Arbitration hearing the Pakistan-India dispute over Kishenganga and Ratle hydroelectric projects has found that its competence remains intact, and that it has a continuing responsibility to advance these proceedings in a timely, efficient, and fair manner. The Court of Arbitration decided to announce this Supplemental Award in the wake of India’s illegal and unilateral announcement to hold the Indus Waters Treaty in abeyance. Pakistan welcomes this Supplemental Award. The Award vindicates Pakistan’s positionRead More
Pakistan takes a major step towards a Crypto revolution
In a historic and unprecedented move, Pakistan has officially entered the global digital economy with the announcement of its first state-backed Bitcoin Reserve, a bold step that signifies the country’s serious commitment to integrating blockchain and cryptocurrency into its financial future. The groundbreaking announcement was made by Bilal Bin Saqib, Special Assistant to the Prime Minister on Blockchain and Cryptocurrency and CEO of the Pakistan Crypto Council (PCC), during the prestigious Bitcoin Vegas 2025 conference. According to sources, this moment marks a transformative shift in Pakistan’s approach to digital assetsRead More
IHC seeks reasons from govt for not becoming party
Court says this is a constitutional court and it cannot be happening that one comes and says what the decision is but does not give the reasons DNA ISLAMABAD, The Islamabad High Court (IHC) on Monday sought reasons from federal government for not becoming a party in the US court in the Dr. Aafia Siddiqui case. It directed the Additional Attorney General to explain the reasons for the government’s decision on next hearing. Justice Sardar Ijaz Ishaq, hearing the case, remarked that when the government or the Attorney General takesRead More
PM for taking practical steps to promote tourism
Says due to snow-covered mountains, forests, rivers, plains, deserts, and other natural assets in the northern areas, our country is in no way less than any other nation when it comes to tourism Mahnoor Ansar ISLAMABAD, JUN 30 /DNA/ – Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Monday directed the Pakistan Tourism Development Corporation (PTDC) to take immediate practical steps to promote tourism in the country. “Public and private sectors should work together to facilitate international tourists’ travel to Pakistan’s tourist destinations,” the prime minister issued directions while chairing a meeting heldRead More