Friday, March 6th, 2026
HEC’s higher study opportunities for Baloch, Ex-FATA students yield results
8,343 Students Avail Scholarships; 4,583 Complete Studies and Contribute to National Growth ISLAMABAD, MAR 6 /DNA/ – In line with the mandate to expand access to quality higher education, the Higher Education Commission (HEC) Pakistan is awarding a large number of scholarships to Balochistan and erstwhile FATA students under the project entitled, Provision of Higher Education Opportunities for Students of Balochistan and FATA, through a rigorously meritorious process. Till date, HEC has awarded 8,343 scholarships to the talented students of underprivileged areas of Balochistan and erstwhile FATA. As many asRead More
War: Gulf states may rethink about US investments
Monitoring Desk NEW YORK: The escalating US-Israeli war against Iran has entered its 8th day on March 7, 2026, with intensified airstrikes targeting Iranian regime infrastructure in Tehran and Hezbollah assets in southern Beirut, while Iran’s retaliatory missile and drone attacks have significantly declined. In the Gulf, three of the region’s four major economies—Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Kuwait, and Qatar (with one unnamed)—have jointly discussed severe budgetary strains from the war. A Gulf official told that this could prompt reviews of overseas investments, including pledges to foreign states or companies,Read More
Mishal Pakistan to conduct survey in Pakistan
DNA ISLAMABAD, MAR 6: Mishal Pakistan, the Country Partner Institute of the World Economic Forum (WEF), has announced the launch of the Executive Opinion Survey (EOS) 2026 in Pakistan. The survey will be conducted from March to May 2026 and will gather perception-based insights from Pakistan’s business leaders regarding the country’s economic environment, governance, competitiveness, and institutional performance. The survey is being implemented in Pakistan by Mishal Pakistan in its capacity as the official Country Partner Institute of the World Economic Forum, responsible for coordinating the survey process, outreach toRead More
Japan Supports Pakistan Red Crescent Blood Services in Islamabad
The Government of Japan provides grant assistance to the Pakistan Red Crescent Society for strengthening blood donation services in Islamabad ISLAMABAD: MAR 6 /DNA/: The Government of Japan, under its Grant Assistance for Grassroots Human Security Projects (GGP) Program, has decided to provide grant assistance of USD 65,470(equivalent to PKR 18 million) to the Pakistan Red Crescent Society (PRCS) for a project to enhance blood donation services in capital region. The grant contract was signed between His Excellency Mr. AKAMATSU Shuichi, Ambassador of Japan to the Islamic Republic of PakistanRead More
MOTORWAY COPS REWARDED OVER RECOVERY OF STOLEN VEHICLE
DSP Khurram Shehzad, Inspector Rai Imtiaz and Constable Zeeshan recovered a stolen vehicle ISLAMABAD, MAR 6 /DNA/ Additional Inspector General of Police, National Highways and Motorway Police (NHMP), Muhammad Wisal Fakhar Sultan Thursday awarded Commendation Certificates and cash awards to NHMP officers in recognition of their exceptional performance and dedication towards official duties. According to details, DSP Khurram Shehzad, Inspector Rai Imtiaz and Constable Zeeshan Irfan recovered a snatched vehicle from their area of responsibility. Motorway Police received information regarding a stolen Alto car from Sialkot. Upon receiving the information,Read More