Friday, October 16th, 2026
China-Pakistan Youth Forum promotes interdisciplinary dialogue on bilateral cooperation
ISLAMABAD, OCT 16 /DNA/ – The Higher Education Commission (HEC) Pakistan, the Secretariat of the CPEC Consortium of Universities, and the College of International Cooperation and Education at Harbin Engineering University co-organised the China-Pakistan Youth Forum titled “The Future of China-Pakistan Cooperation: Interdisciplinary Perspectives” as part of the 6th Exchange Mechanism Conference of the CPEC Consortium of Universities. The forum brought together young scholars, researchers and students from Pakistan and China to discuss future avenues for bilateral cooperation in higher education, research, innovation and sustainable development. It connected participants atRead More
The 7th CICA Summit in Azerbaijan
By Saifullah Ansar The 7th Summit of the Conference on Interaction and Confidence Building Measures in Asia (CICA), held in Baku, Azerbaijan, marked a significant milestone in Asia’s journey toward greater cooperation, peace, and sustainable development. Bringing together heads of state, government representatives, foreign ministers, and senior officials from across the continent, the summit reaffirmed the importance of multilateral dialogue in addressing common regional and global challenges. The event was hosted by Azerbaijan on 15 October 2026 and highlighted the country’s growing diplomatic role in fostering regional connectivity and cooperation.Read More
A nation’s conscience buried under the rubble
Pakistan does not suffer from a shortage of talent or resources. What it lacks is the collective political will to place public welfare above personal and partisan interests. As the old saying goes, where there is a will, there is a way. The challenge before the nation is not finding the way; it is finding the will.Pakistan travel guide Analysis Ansar Mahmood Bhatti ISLAMABAD: The heartbreaking tragedy in Peshawar on October 15, 2026, where more than 30 innocent schoolchildren lost their lives after the roof of a school collapsed andRead More
Peshawar Umrah pilgrims allowed to travel without vaccination until Oct 25
PESHAWAR, Oct 16 (DNA): Border Health Services has extended the deadline for Umrah pilgrims departing from Peshawar to travel without vaccination until 10 a.m. on October 25, providing additional time for travellers to meet the requirement. Border Health Services focal person Ghulam Murtaza Shah said the exemption would apply to all Umrah pilgrims departing from Peshawar within the extended period. He clarified that vaccination would become mandatory for all Umrah pilgrims departing from Peshawar airport after the deadline, and airlines would not be allowed to board unvaccinated passengers. To facilitateRead More
Breast cancer session stresses early detection
ISLAMABAD, Oct 16 (DNA):Maroof International Hospital, in collaboration with Transworld, organized a breast cancer awareness session to highlight the importance of early detection, encourage women to prioritize their health and emphasize the role of emotional support throughout the cancer journey. The session brought together healthcare professionals and community representatives to raise awareness about breast cancer, promote timely medical consultation and encourage women to seek appropriate healthcare services. Ms. Rubina Afzal, Head of the Community Support Programme, highlighted initiatives aimed at promoting health awareness, strengthening community engagement and improving access toRead More
HEC, Chinese partners hold conference to strengthen higher education relations
DNA ISLAMABAD, OCT 16: The 6th Exchange Mechanism Conference of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) Consortium of Universities was held at Harbin Engineering University, China. Guided by the Higher Education Commission (HEC) Pakistan and the China Association of Higher Education, the conference titled, “Nurturing a Shared Future through Cooperation on High-Quality Development of Higher Education between China and Pakistan,” marked the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two countries. It brought together more than 120 representatives from over 40 universities and research institutions of Pakistan and China to strengthenRead More