Monday, January 19th, 2026
27 universities chosen to roll out AI-Sana program — Sayasat Nurbek
KAZAKSTAN, Jan 19 (DNA): The AI-Sana program, integrating education, research, and practical application, will continue this year, Qazinform News Agency quotes Sayasat Nurbek, Minister of Science and Higher Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan, as saying at a meeting of the education and science section held as part of the V Ulttyq Qurultay (National Assembly). The program’s continuation will help universities transition from a conventional teaching format to a research-oriented approach and will support the professional development of startups through a phased process, from basic education to market expansion. “WeRead More
Pak, KSA discuss regional issues
ISLAMABAD, JAN 19 /DNA/ – Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister of Pakistan, Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar held a telephonic conversation with the Foreign Minister of Saudi Arabia, Prince Faisal bin Farhan . During the discussion, both leaders reviewed regional developments and explored avenues for deeper bilateral cooperation between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia. The exchange underscored the enduring partnership between the two brotherly nations and their shared commitment to advancing peace, stability, and prosperity in the region. The two foreign ministers also agreed to continue their dialogue on the sidelinesRead More
French Embassy expresses condolences over Karachi fire tragedy
DNA ISLAMABAD, JAN 19: The French Embassy in Pakistan has expressed deep sorrow over the tragic fire incident at Gul Plaza, Karachi, which claimed nearly 16 lives and left more than 100 people affected. In a statement, the embassy conveyed heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families and reaffirmed solidarity with the people of Pakistan during this difficult time. The devastating blaze not only caused a heavy human toll but also inflicted severe economic damage. Traders operating in Gul Plaza reported losses amounting to billions of rupees, as shops and warehousesRead More
Pakistan, WB, IsDB pledge deeper cooperation for power sector reforms
Mehtab Pirzada ISLAMABAD, JAN 19 /DNA/ – Federal Minister for Power Sardar Awais Ahmed Khan Leghari on Monday held meetings with senior delegations of the World Bank and the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) to discuss strategies for strengthening Pakistan’s energy sector with a focus on sustainability and efficiency. A World Bank delegation led by Ousmane Dione, Vice President for the Middle East, North Africa, Afghanistan and Pakistan Region, called on the minister, while Dr. Rami Ahmad, Vice President (Operations) of the Islamic Development Bank, also met him to explore avenuesRead More
Pakistan can achieve fast-track transformation in agriculture through Chinese partnership: PM
ISLAMABAD, JAN 19 /DNA/ – Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Monday said that Pakistan, essentially an agrarian economy, held immense and largely untapped potential in agriculture and can transform its agri-sector not in years, but in months by adopting modern technologies, improving productivity and strengthening cooperation with China. Addressing the Pakistan–China Agri Investment Conference here, the prime minister noted that nearly 65% of Pakistan’s population still lives and works in rural areas, with agriculture remaining the backbone of the national economy. He stressed the need to enhance per-acre yield throughRead More
Putin invited to Trump’s ‘Board of Peace’: Kremlin
MOSCOW, JAN 19 /DNA/ – Russian President Vladimir Putin has been invited to join US President Donald Trump’s “Board of Peace” aimed at resolving conflicts globally and oversee governance and reconstruction in Gaza, the Kremlin said Monday. Moscow for years tried to balance relations with all major players in the Middle East — including Israel and the Palestinians. But since the Israel-Hamas war and Russia’s assault on Ukraine, Putin has moved away from Israel, boosting ties with its foes like Iran. Moscow has also sought closer relationships with the GulfRead More