Wednesday, October 1st, 2025
Experts warn of implementation gaps in Pakistan’s AI roadmap
ISLAMABAD, OCT 1 /DNA/ – The Pakistan Institute of Development Economics (PIDE) hosted a high-profile seminar on Pakistan’s newly launched National Artificial Intelligence (AI) Policy, focusing on the theme “Bridging Gaps in Pakistan’s AI Roadmap: Opportunities, Challenges and the Way Forward.” The session brought together policymakers, academics, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders to deliberate on the transformative potential of AI for Pakistan’s economy, governance, and society. The panel featured distinguished speakers including Dr. Anil Salman, Chair of the Government of Pakistan’s AI Policy Committee; Dr. Najibullah, Member Science and Technology at the Planning Commission ofRead More
Maryam Nawaz announces major development packages for Murree
ISLAMABAD, OCT 1 /DNA/ – A delegation of the Islamabad Chamber of Commerce & Industry (ICCI) and the United Business Group (UBG) met with the newly appointed Ambassador of Austria to Pakistan, H.E. Mr. Wolfgang Oliver Kutschera, at the Austrian Embassy. The delegation comprised ICCI President Sardar Tahir Mehmood, UBG Secretary General Zafar Bakhtawari, and ICCI Senior Vice President Tahir Ayub. The meeting was held in a cordial atmosphere and reflected a strong spirit of mutual understanding between the Austrian Embassy and Pakistan’s business community. The Ambassador expressed Austria’s willingnessRead More
UNODC, NAB round off a collective journey towards transparency and business integrity
LAHORE, OCT 1 /DNA/ – The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), in collaboration with the National Accountability Bureau (NAB), concluded its series of business integrity workshops under the Global Action for Business Integrity (GABI) project with a final guest lecture at the University of Lahore. The workshops created a platform for SMEs, the private sector, academia, and youth to learn, share, and act together on integrity. The closing session brought students and faculty into dialogue with NAB and private sector leaders, stressing that young people are vitalRead More
Algerian teens’ Spanish ‘adventure’ sparks soul-searching on migration
TUNIS, OCT 1 (AFP/APP): Viral TikTok videos showing seven Algerians teenagers arriving by boat in Spain have sparked debate over rising youth migration in a country where half the population is estimated to be under 30. The clips, originating in early September, show the teens cutting across the sea in a small recreational boat, with one video drawing 3.4 million views. Another shows one of the boys, the youngest of whom was said to be just 14, patting the motor as a self-appointed captain shouted: “Spain!” Many in Algeria haveRead More
Pakistan, Syria to continue efforts for regional peace
Ambassador Dr Ramez Alraee thanked Pakistan for its unwavering support and said that Syria highly valued its historic relationship with Pakistan Saifullah Ansar ISLAMABAD, Pakistan and Syria on Wednesday resolved to further deepen their longstanding relationship and to continue joint efforts for regional peace, stability and prosperity. The bilateral ties were discussed as Ambassador of the Syrian Arab Republic Dr Ramez Alraee called on Acting President Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani here at Aiwan-e-Sadr. The acting president said that Pakistan attached great value to its historic and brotherly ties with Syria,Read More
OGDC Announces Gas and Condensate Discovery at Bitrism East-1 Well in Khairpur, Sindh
ISLAMABAD, OCT 1 /DNA/ – Oil & Gas Development Company Limited (OGDC) on Wednesday announced a significant discovery of gas and condensate at Bitrism East-1 exploratory well, located in District Khairpur, Sindh. OGDC is the operator of the Bitrism Exploration License with 95% working interest, along with Government Holdings (Private) Limited (GHPL) holding 5% working interest. The Bitrism East-1 well was spudded on June 30, 2025, and drilled to a depth of 3,800 meters in the Sembar Formation. The well was drilled using OGDC’s in-house expertise in collaboration with itsRead More