BISP expands outreach with seven new mobile registration vans
https://youtu.be/BN-D0T7_iWY ISLAMABAD, June 4: The Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) has expanded its mobile registration services with the addition of seven new Mobile Registration Vans (MRVs), aimed at improving…
Study links high consumption of ultra-processed foods to increased dementia risk
BOSTON: A new study has found that regularly consuming large amounts of ultra-processed foods may significantly increase the risk of dementia and cognitive decline, adding to growing concerns about the…
Heavy rainfall brings relief from heat in Islamabad and Rawalpindi
ISLAMABAD, June 4: Heavy rainfall in Islamabad and Rawalpindi on Thursday brought a significant drop in temperatures, providing relief to residents after days of hot and humid weather. Rain of…
Iran national football team receives Mexico visas ahead of FIFA World Cup 2026
ZURICH, June 3: Iran's national football team has been issued visas for Mexico ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026, clearing the way for the squad to establish its tournament…
KOICA commits $10.97 million to strengthen water research and management capacity
ISLAMABAD, June 4: The Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) has committed up to $10.97 million in grant assistance for a new five-year project aimed at strengthening water research infrastructure and…
Budget and Government Employees: Expected Increase in Pay and Pension
By Sajid Masood Sadiq Nizami There is a famous Urdu proverb, “a cumin seed in a camel’s mouth,” used when something is extremely small and inadequate compared to the need…
Pat Cummins aims to play at least 21 more Tests during busy year for Australia
CANBERRA, June 4: Australia captain Pat Cummins has expressed his desire to feature in as many as 21 Test matches over the next 12 months as the national team prepares…
Navy Chief Calls for Stronger Climate Action on World Environment Day
ISLAMABAD, June 4: Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Naveed Ashraf has called for stronger collective action to address climate change, describing it as one of the most serious challenges…
Pakistan launches ‘Pur Azm Pakistan’ initiative to expand youth skills and employment opportunities
ISLAMABAD, June 4: The Government of Pakistan has launched Pur Azm Pakistan, a national initiative aimed at improving access to skills development, employment, entrepreneurship and economic opportunities for young people…
Iran-US Diplomatic Contacts Remain Active, Abbas Araghchi Says
TEHRAN: Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has confirmed that diplomatic contacts between Iran and the United States have not been severed, stating that both countries are currently reviewing exchanged texts…
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