Monday, June 1st, 2026
Operation Divine Bytes and the Rise of the Digital Battlefield
by: Izmi Herlani The changing character of warfare has transformed cyberspace into a decisive operational arena. In the 21st century, military strength is measured not only by the size of Armed Forces or the sophistication of weapons platforms but also by a nation’s ability to protect digital infrastructure, disrupt adversarial systems and dominate the information environment. Operation Divine Bytes by PAF Cyber Force may not have produced the thunder of artillery or the spectacle of fighter formations in the skies, yet it emerged as one of the most consequential dimensionsRead More
Termez platform – dialogue for ensuring security and stability in Central and South Asia
Gulamov Asliddin Gapparovich Since ancient times, Central and South Asia have been closely connected through trade, cultural exchange and political processes. Geographical proximity and ancient trade routes contributed to active dialogue between peoples and civilizations, the exchange of goods and culture as well as the formation of a shared historical and cultural identity in the region. Following the acquisition of independence, the Central Asian states began gradually developing their own foreign policy and economic strategies toward South Asia. Given the significance of Central and South Asia, shaped by their strategicRead More
Imran Ghaznavi appointed Privatisation Commission’s Media Chief
ISLAMABAD, JUN 1 /DNA/ – Imran Ghaznavi has joined the Privatisation Commission as Chief Media Officer and Principal Spokesperson, assuming a key role in strategic communication and external relations. He will focus on shaping public narrative, strengthening stakeholder confidence, and supporting the country’s reform agenda through a strategic communication initiatives. With over 20 years of experience across the public and private sectors, Mr. Ghaznavi holds MS Mass Communication and MBA (Marketing) degrees with distinction, along with specialized training from the United States. He has served in senior roles at PIA,Read More
OGRA raises LPG prices for June
ISLAMABAD, Jun 1: The Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA) Monday increased the price of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) for June 2026, raising the cost of an 11.8-kilogram domestic cylinder by Rs58.51. According to a notification issued by OGRA, the consumer price of LPG has been fixed at Rs308,763.89 per tonne for June, compared to Rs303,804.68 per tonne in May, reflecting an increase of Rs4,959.21 per tonne. The price of an 11.8kg domestic cylinder has consequently risen from Rs3,584.90 to Rs3,643.41. The regulator also revised the producer price upward byRead More
Governor KP meets ministers Rana, Asif to discuss wheat, aviation projects
ISLAMABAD, Jun 1: Governor Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Faisal Karim Kundi held separate meetings with Federal Minister for Inter-Provincial Coordination Rana Sanaullah and Federal Minister for Defence Khawaja Muhammad Asif here on Monday, where key matters related to governance, development and federal-provincial coordination were discussed. During the meeting with Rana Sanaullah, the issue of restrictions on wheat transportation to Khyber Pakhtunkhwa came under detailed discussion. The Governor urged the federal government for an immediate resolution of the matter to ensure uninterrupted supply of wheat to the province. The security situation in KhyberRead More
IRS-SIF holds dialogue on examining ‘Climate Change Strategies’
ISLAMABAD, JUN 01 (DNA): The Institute of Regional Studies (IRS), in collaboration with Secours Islamique France (SIF)-Pakistan, organized a high-level Science-Policy Dialogue titled “From Global Stocktake to Implementation: Catalyzing Effective Climate Action” to examine pathways for translating global climate commitments into practical and regionally relevant implementation strategies. The dialogue brought together representatives from international organizations, government institutions, development agencies, academia, and civil society to deliberate on the evolving climate governance landscape following the first Global Stocktake (GST) under the Paris Agreement and subsequent international climate negotiations, said a press releaseRead More