Monday, September 1st, 2025
Rethinking Education in Pakistan’s Digital Age:
Muhammad Irfan The present world is rapidly growing in technology and the digital era. Technology has become an essential component in every aspect of life, from eating and drinking to sleeping and rising in the morning, from entertainment and enjoyment to medicine, education, jobs, agriculture, and advanced industries. Every single thing has become dependent on technology. In Pakistan, where over 100 million people now use the internet, this digital tide offers hope for a nation yearning to educate its youth, yet millions in rural areas remain cut off by patchyRead More
What Makes the Ukraine Russia War Unique
By Qamar Bashir Ukraine entered this war as the presumed underdog—smaller economy, fewer troops, and seemingly overmatched by a nuclear-armed Russia. Early expectations of a quick collapse proved wrong because two big forces collided: Ukraine’s own adaptation and resolve, and Europe’s decision that defending Kyiv was, in practice, defending Europe. That political will translated into money, weapons, training, and intelligence support on a scale and with a speed that Moscow did not anticipate. The result is a grinding third year in which Russia has advanced in places but still notRead More
AEO, Qatar Airways announce collaboration
ISLAMABAD, SEPT 01 (DNA) — AEO Pakistan has partnered with Qatar Airways — recently named the World’s Best Airline for 2025 by Skytrax for a record ninth time —to offer students attending the AEO Pakistan Study Abroad Expo 2025 a chance to win two (02) return tickets to Australia through a special lucky draw. This collaboration reflects AEO Pakistan’s commitment to delivering excellence in student services by partnering with globally recognised leaders. With Qatar Airways—named the World’s Best Airline—supporting this year’s expo, students can expect a world-class experience that combines access to top international universities with premium travel opportunities, connectingRead More
SCO leaders condemn Jaffar Express and Pahalgam attacks, vow joint fight on terror
TIANJIN: The Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) leaders on Monday strongly condemned recent terrorist attacks in Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir’s (IIOJK) Pahalgam area, on the Jaffar Express, and in Khuzdar, pledging deeper multilateral cooperation and concrete measures to combat terrorism. In a joint statement issued after the Council of Heads of State meeting in Tianjin, the leaders stressed that perpetrators, organisers and sponsors of such attacks must be held accountable, reaffirming their strong commitment to combating terrorism, separatism and extremism. The SCO members underlined the unacceptability of using terroristRead More
High Commissioner of Kenya visits PTA office
KARACHI, SEPT 1 /DNA/ – Lieutenant General (Retired) Peter Mbogo Nauru, High Commissioner of the Republic of Kenya and former Chief of Army of Kenya, along with Mr. Bonface Njoroge Njuguna, Commercial Attaché, Republic of Kenya, and Mr. Muhammad Hanif Janoo, Honorary Consul of Republic of Kenya, visited the office of Pakistan Tanners Association (Southern Zone). They were warmly received by Mr. Hamid Zahur, Chairman PTA – Central, and Dr. Danish Aman, Chairman PTA (S.Z). During the meeting, matters relating to enhancing bilateral trade in the leather sector and theRead More
Afghanistan under Taliban
The future of Afghanistan under Taliban rule presents a complex picture of internal challenges, strained international relations, and cautious regional engagement. Since their return to power the Taliban have sought to project a new image of a more pragmatic and diplomatic entity, yet their governance remains marked by severe human rights abuses, particularly against women and girls. One of the most pressing issues is the Taliban’s regressive policies on human rights. Despite initial promises of a more moderate approach, the regime has systematically rolled back freedoms, especially for women. GirlsRead More