ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Red Crescent Society (PRCS), with the support of the German Red Cross, organized the Pre-COP31 Event, “Community Voice to COP31: from Negotiations to Implementation,” at its National Headquarters. The event aimed to bring the experiences, concerns and aspirations of climate-affected communities into the global climate dialogue ahead of the 31st Conference of…
Shadman Enclave, Sheikhupura Road: MNA and Federal Parliamentary Secretary Kiran Dar and MPA and Punjab Parliamentary Secretary Rana Tahir Iqbal formally inaugurated Blossom Field International School at Shadman Enclave, Sheikhupura Road. During the ceremony, the distinguished guests planted a sapling and appreciated the initiative, describing it as a valuable addition to the area’s educational facilities….
Shoppers can now learn about and support SHINE Humanity’s work in rural Pakistan through Art of Giving’s Automated Kindness Machine, in about a minute. SHINE Humanity Pakistan, a healthcare nonprofit serving rural Pakistan, has partnered with Art of Giving (AoG), a responsible-giving platform, making it easier than ever for people to help bring quality primary…
Punjab Bans Energy Drinks and Cotton Candy: 5 Major School Food Rules The Punjab Food Authority (PFA) has introduced new food safety regulations for educational institutions across Punjab, prohibiting the sale of energy drinks, cotton candy and several other products in school, college and university canteens. The new rules aim to improve food quality, promote…
(Web News) Islamabad– The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Uzbekistan has expressed deep shock and strongly condemned the lethal attack carried out by the Houthis on King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, which resulted in the tragic loss of innocent lives and injuries to civilians. In an official statement issued today, the…
Pakistan Prison Crisis: 7 Alarming Findings in the 2026 Report Pakistan’s prison crisis has exposed serious weaknesses in the country’s criminal justice system, with overcrowded jails, prolonged pre-trial detention and increasing drug-related imprisonment placing enormous pressure on correctional facilities. According to the Annual Prisons Data Report 2026, published by the National Commission for Human Rights…
Speak to most smokers and a familiar pattern begins to emerge. Many say they want to quit. Some have tried more than once. A few have even stopped for weeks or months before starting again. The gap is not always in intention. It is in the ability to sustain that decision. In Pakistan, where more…
Philip Morris Pakistan Limited (PMPKL), in collaboration with Hashoo Hunar Association (HHA), has successfully completed the construction of a 30,700-litre water storage tank in Rigayul, Skardu, Gilgit-Baltistan. The water-tank was built to strengthen water security, enhance water access for local families, and support healthier, more resilient communities by ensuring a dependable supply of water for…
The government has stepped up efforts to improve the quality of non-formal education by introducing a continuous professional development system for teachers, as Pakistan faces the challenge of 26 million out-of-school children. Secretary, Ministry of Federal Education and Professional Training, Nadeem Mahbub, stated this while addressing the closing ceremony of the three-day Master Trainers’ Training…
Every breath connects our lungs to the world around us. With each inhale, we take in not only oxygen, but also particles, pollutants and chemicals present in the air. That makes what we breathe an important part of lung health. Exposure can come from many sources, including outdoor air pollution, vehicle exhaust, industrial emissions, household…