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FCC fixes Imran’s ‘release force’ case

Senior law officer believes that both the FCC and petitioner misunderstood Imran Khan’s ‘release force’ As the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) prepares to launch an agitation campaign demanding the release of former prime minister Imran Khan, the Federal Constitutional Court (FCC) has fixed for hearing two separate cases: one challenging the formation of the “release force” … Read more

‘Despite US financing, reforms must continue’

[ KARACHI: Pakistan’s push to convert some of its diplomatic goodwill with the Trump administration into economic support has drawn scepticism from economists, who say fresh financing will do little to address the reforms Islamabad is required to pursue. During a visit by Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb to Washington this week, he requested a $10 … Read more

Pakistan gets first industrial AI hub

[ Centre will integrate manufacturing tech, applied research to improve product quality ISLAMABAD: A Memorandum of Understanding has been signed to establish Pakistan’s first-ever Center for Industrial Innovation and AI (CIINAI) at the National University of Technology (NUTECH), Islamabad, according to a statement on Thursday. The MoU was signed between the Pakistan Industrial Development Corporation … Read more

Terror attacks on highway disrupt travel, trade

Passenger coach travelling from Turbat to Quetta came under fire, leaving a woman seriously injured QUETTA: A surge in terrorist attacks on the Quetta-Karachi National Highway has sparked widespread fear among commuters and residents, while goods transporters have announced restrictions on the movement of trucks and containers along the route due to growing security concerns. … Read more

FO ‘disappointed’ with EU’s GSP+ report

[ EU’s GSP Plus for Pakistan. PHOTO: FILE ISLAMABAD: Pakistan on Thursday expressed “disappointment” over the European Union’s latest GSP+ assessment, saying the report failed to present a balanced picture of the country’s progress. “I would be remiss if I do not express disappointment with the assessment and the report’s overall narrative, which does not … Read more

Shafi Jan mobilises support for PTI rally

. Security forces kill four more terrorists in Balochistan. Photo: Radio Pakistan PESHAWAR: Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa Minister for Information and Public Relations Shafi Jan on Thursday met delegations from various districts, elected public representatives, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) workers, and citizens at his office in the Civil Secretariat, where he reviewed public issues and directed authorities to ensure … Read more

Marina Khan on embracing grey hair, fame and staying grounded

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Veteran actor says authenticity, humility and education matter more than chasing quick fame and success Veteran actor Marina Khan has revealed that her decision to embrace her natural grey hair was inspired by her mother, whose distinctive appearance left a lasting impression on her during childhood. Speaking in a recent interview, she reflected on her … Read more