Saturday, May 2nd, 2026
Emerging Technologies and the Future Warfare: Adapt or Perish
By Sanobar Nadir For centuries, wars have been won by the brilliance of men, their numbers, their battlefield skills, and their courage. But all of that is changing, and changing fast. The technological advancement the world is witnessing today has pulled warfare away from its traditional sphere and pushed it toward something far more unconventional. That conversation arrived in Karachi last week, as the Maritime Centre of Excellence hosted a two-day international conference on “Emerging Technologies and the Future Warfare,” bringing together naval officers, academics, and industry officials to highlightRead More
Malaysian envoy praises strong bilaterally ties with Pakistan
PESHAWAR, MAY 2 (DNA): The High Commissioner of Malaysia to Pakistan, Dato’ Mohammad Azhar Mazlan, on Saturday underscored the deep-rooted and friendly relations between Pakistan and Malaysia, saying both countries were making consistent efforts toward economic development and regional cooperation. He expressed these views during his visit to China Window in Peshawar, where he toured different galleries, signed the Friendship Wall, and recorded his impressions in the guest book. Talking to media, the High Commissioner said that Pakistan was playing an important role in the current international scenario, which hadRead More
PM Shehbaz directs ‘comprehensive strategy’ to stabilise electricity tariffs
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has directed authorities to formulate a comprehensive strategy to stabilise electricity tariffs, saying uninterrupted energy supply should be ensured to promote industrial development. The premier issued the directives while chairing a meeting on energy sector reforms, saying facilities should be provided to industrial and domestic electricity consumers, according to a statement issued by the PM Office on Saturday. Speaking during the meeting, PM Shehbaz directed that line losses be significantly reduced by improving the electricity transmission system and emphasised promoting the use of modern technologyRead More
PHF snnounces national training camp for FIH Pro League
LAHORE, MAY 2 /DNA/ – The Pakistan Hockey Federation (PHF) has announced a national senior hockey team training camp in preparation for the crucial matches of the FIH Pro League, scheduled to be played in Belgium and England from June 13 to June 28, 2026. According to details, based on the recommendations of the PHF President, the Professional Development Committee, the National Selection Committee, and Head Coach Manzoor-ul-Hasan, the training camp will be held at the National Hockey Stadium in Lahore. The camp will run from May 4, 2026, toRead More
Iran signals readiness for Pakistan-hosted US talks under revised proposal: report
ISLAMABAD, MAY 2: Iran has put forward a revised proposal to the United States aimed at reviving stalled negotiations, signalling greater flexibility while indicating readiness to resume talks in Pakistan as early as next week if Washington responds positively, The Wall Street Journal reported on Friday. Four weeks since the US and Israel suspended their bombing campaign against Iran, no deal has been reached to end the war that has caused the biggest disruption ever to global energy supplies. Iran has been blocking nearly all shipping from the Gulf apartRead More
Saudi Arabia bans Hajj entry for pilgrims under 15 years old
KARACHI: Saudi Arabia has announced a new restriction barring pilgrims under the age of 15 from entering the Kingdom for Hajj 2026, the Ministry of Religious Affairs and Pakistan Airports Authority said on Saturday. The restriction will take effect from May 3, and from then onwards, as pilgrims below 15 years of age will not be allowed to travel on Hajj flights. Hajj visas of all under-15 pilgrims have been revoked. “Government of Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has restrained the entry of under 15 years pilgrims in Saudi Arabia andRead More