Audit Exposes Billions Wasted in Law Enforcement Procurement Scandals

ISLAMABAD: A shocking audit report has uncovered widespread financial mismanagement and blatant violations of procurement rules by civil law enforcement agencies under the Interior Ministry during the 2023-24 fiscal year. From unjustified purchases of jogger shoes and excessive ice supplies to advance payments for undelivered boats, billions of rupees were spent without transparency or adherence to […]

PSX Hits Record High Amid Earnings Optimism and Rate Cut Hopes

The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) continued its record-breaking rally on Friday, driven by investor optimism ahead of major corporate earnings announcements and expectations of monetary easing. The benchmark KSE-100 Index soared to an intraday high of 140,585.38 points, gaining 1,919.89 points (1.38%), while the lowest level recorded was 138,551.61 points. Analysts attributed the surge to […]

Cervical cancer: Health Ministry to launch vaccine drive from Sept 15

Ministry of Health has announced the launch of a national HPV vaccination campaign in response to the rising number of cervical cancer cases among Pakistani women, reported 24NewsHD TV Channel on Thursday. The Ministry of Health has announced the launch of a national HPV vaccination campaign in response to the rising number of cervical cancer […]

Over 30% of diabetics suffer mental stress in Pakistan

More than 33 million people in Pakistan are living with diabetes, and 30 to 40 percent of them also suffer from mental stress, according to Diabetologist Professor Abdul Basit. Speaking to journalists at Indus Hospital, Dr Abdul Basit stated that the likelihood of depression among diabetic patients is two to three times higher than in […]

Eating biscuits with tea raises blood sugar: study

Drinking tea with biscuits remains a popular habit among many, yet medical professionals warn that this combination may cause harmful health effects. Research suggested that it raises blood sugar levels, stimulates addiction pathways in the brain, and contributes to weight gain and digestive discomfort. Biscuits contain refined flour and unhealthy fats, making them a high-calorie […]

6500 students from 150 universities participating in internship programmes

LAHORE :The Higher Education Commission said on Thursday the ISPR Summer Internship is successfully ongoing simultaneously in 33 cities of Pakistan and 6,500 students from more than 150 universities are participating in the programme from all over Pakistan. HECP local chapter sources told APP that students were being provided with rich training through academic, creative […]

376 graduates, first PhD scholar receive degrees at SMIU’s 6th Convocation

KARACHI, :Sindh Madressatul Islam University has conferred degrees to 376 graduates of different disciplines while first PhD scholar was also received his degree in its 6th convocation of the University held here in a local hotel on Thursday. Governor Sindh Kamran Tessori, Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah, Chairman Higher Education Commission Sindh Dr Tariq […]

Chinese consul general visits MNS University of Agriculture Multan

MULTAN : Consul General of China in Lahore Zhao Shirin visited Muhammad Nawaz Sharif University of Agriculture Multan (MNSUAM) and held an interactive session with faculty members who are graduates of leading Chinese universities. Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Zulfiqar Ali briefed the visiting dignitary on the university’s ongoing and completed research and development projects, many […]

Pakistan, UK discuss health sector collaboration

ISLAMABAD: A delegation from the British High Commission on Thursday met with Federal Minister for Health, Syed Mustafa Kamal to explore avenues for aligning the United Kingdom’s support portfolio with Pakistan’s national health priorities. During the meeting with the delegation led by Acting British High Commissioner and Development Director Ms. Jo Moir, the Minister highlighted […]

‘Parwarish’ becomes most trending Pakistani drama in India

Parwarish, a heartfelt and realistic series that’s now trending big time on X (formerly Twitter) in India, especially after the airing of its latest episodes 28 and 29 this week. Starring two of the youngest and most promising talents of the industry, Samar Abbas Jafri and Aina Asif, Parwarish is now being hailed as one […]