Author: Sophia Siddiqui

On Thursday, Naila Kiani achieved a momentous feat by becoming the first Pakistani woman to summit all 8,000-metre peaks in Pakistan, with her successful ascent of Broad Peak, standing at an impressive 8,047 metres as the 12th highest peak in the world. Having now conquered a total of 14 8,000-metre peaks worldwide, Naila’s accomplishment is truly remarkable. She reached the summit of Broad Peak at 2:03 am on Thursday, as confirmed by Karrar Haidri, Secretary of the Alpine Club of Pakistan (ACP). Among her remarkable achievements, Naila has scaled prominent peaks such as Mount Everest, K2, Lhotse, Annapurna, Gasherbrum 1…

Asim Ahmad, Chairman Federal Board of Revenue inaugurated the newly constructed Tax House at Murree on Wednesday. On this occasion, Member Administration Syed Nadeem Hussain Rizvi and Member Operations-IR Malik Amjad Zubair Tiwana were also present. Addressing the participants, Chairman FBR said that keeping in view the distance from Rawalpindi, it was imperative to establish a Tax Office in Murree to provide tax-related services to the people of the region at their doorstep. He stated that FBR is committed to facilitate taxpayers in all possible ways. He further commented that various initiatives are being undertaken to broaden the tax base…

On the final day of the Test match in Galle, Pakistan displayed a remarkable performance, clinching a thrilling four-wicket triumph over Sri Lanka. This victory allowed them to take a 1-0 lead in the two-match series, and it was all thanks to Saud Shakeel’s incredible double century in the first innings. Resuming their run-chase of 131 runs at 48-3, Pakistan had Babar Azam and Imam-ul-Haq at the crease. Azam scored 24 runs off 28 balls, showcasing five fours, but eventually fell victim to Prabath Jayasuriya’s bowling, caught in front of the stumps. Saud Shakeel, who had earlier scored 30 runs…

The abandoned embassy building of Pakistan in Washington, D.C., has finally been sold for $7.1 million, confirmed both the buyers and the embassy on Thursday. The building, which had been vacant since 2003, was declared a “blighted property” by the local government and lost its diplomatic status in 2018, becoming a liability for the embassy. The property was purchased by Pakistani American businessman Hafeez Khan from Dallas. Ambassador Masood Khan of Pakistan officially confirmed the sale during a ceremony held at a hotel in Washington, expressing hope that this would put an end to media speculations surrounding the property. He…

Pakistan and China are preparing to sign an agreement to enhance cooperation in the education sector, as reported by 24NewsHD TV channel on Thursday. According to sources, the federal cabinet has approved the National Defence University’s proposal to sign an agreement with China’s Grandview Institution. This collaboration aims to foster educational cooperation between the two nations. Sources further revealed that neither the Foreign Ministry nor the Directorate General of the ISI raised any objections to the federal government’s decision. The Ministry of Education and the Higher Education Commission (HEC) of Pakistan have also expressed their support for this collaboration. The…

KARACHI: Eric Owusu Boateng, the High Commissioner of Ghana to Pakistan, extended an invitation to the business and industrial community of Karachi, urging them to establish manufacturing units in Ghana. He highlighted that Ghana provides a safe, secure, and stable environment for foreign investors, earning the reputation of being an “Oasis of Peace” in West Africa. The High Commissioner made these remarks during a visit to the Karachi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI). Boateng emphasized the overwhelming advantages that Ghana offers to potential investors and stressed the need to identify mutually beneficial areas to deepen trade, investment, and economic…

Maintaining its 2022 position, Pakistan has once again been ranked first in the world for the number of scholarships awarded under the Erasmus Mundus scholarships this year. As many as 192 Pakistani students, 103 men and 89 women, have won the scholarships. The Higher Education Commission (HEC), Pakistan held on Tuesday a pre-departure session to celebrate the awardees who are set to leave for different European countries to study under the Erasmus+ Programme. A total of 2835 students from 128 countries have been selected for the scholarships. HEC began offering facilitation for materialisation of the programme for Pakistani students in 2016, which resulted in an increase in…

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday extended his “deep gratitude” to the leadership and brotherly people of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for the US$2 billion deposit with the State Bank of Pakistan. “I would like to especially thank my brother Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister His Royal Highness Mohammed bin Salman for ensuring this financial support to Pakistan,” he wrote on Twitter. The prime minister hoped that the deposit would strengthen Pakistan’s foreign exchange reserves and reflected the growing confidence of the brotherly countries and the international community in the country’s economic turnaround. https://twitter.com/CMShehbaz/status/1678675353395425281?s=20 “We remain committed to…

President Dr Arif Alvi expressed on Tuesday that Pakistan serves as a valuable gateway to the Gandhara civilization, offering the world a unique insight into its ancient history and the profound message of peace and compassion espoused by Buddha. In an event attended by monks and inter-faith experts from various countries, the objective was to explore Pakistan’s rich Buddhist heritage and create an environment conducive to Gandhara tourism. “In today’s world where hatred is on the rise and increasing polarization is fueling conflicts, it’s time to rediscover the role of cultural diplomacy to promote dialogue among civilizations,” he said in…

Dr Aaliya Rehman Khan, the principal of Govt M-A-O College in Lahore, has become a role model for the youth by embracing an eco-friendly, health-conscious lifestyle. She has chosen to commute between her home and office on a bicycle, setting an example for others to follow, as reported by 24NewsHD TV channel on Tuesday. A video of Dr Aaliya Rehman Khan cycling home from college went viral on social media, drawing attention to her unique and sustainable transportation choice. In an interview, she expressed her belief that cycling is the best form of exercise and encouraged both boys and girls…