SC lays down guidelines to curb harassment in educational institutions – Pakistan
• Restores headmistress’ penalty for negligence in protecting female teachers• Orders strict anti-harassment mechanisms, law enforcement ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court on Friday restored a severe penalty imposed on a government school headmistress for gross negligence in failing to prevent the sexual harassment of female teachers under her supervision. A two-judge SC bench, headed by Justice […]
PM calls on stakeholders to recognize urgency of population rise, promote sustainable development
Says responsible, prudent population planning and management form the foundation of a welfare-oriented society PM calls on stakeholders to recognize urgency of population rise, promote sustainable development Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif urged all stakeholders, including the federal and provincial governments, members of parliament, development partners, civil society, academia, the private sector, religious scholars, the media, […]
Quetta sit-in ends after abducted tribesmen return home – Pakistan
QUETTA: Protesters who had been staging a sit-in at the Quetta Airport Road, triggered by the killing of five tribesmen, injuring of eight and the kidnapping of 11 others from Hanna Urak Valley, called off their protest after the release of the kidnapped people, following successful negotiations between Balochistan Chief Minister Sarfraz Bugti and leaders […]
Troops join FC, police to hunt down terrorists in Quetta – Pakistan
• CM Bugti says 75 terrorists killed in joint ops since July 5; 39 killed in ‘Operation Shaban’• Claims attempt to attack police station in Khuzdar foiled• NA panel to visit Quetta for security assessment• Police issue detailed account of how attack on Mangi dam post unfolded• Deny reports of policemen resigning, regret spread of […]
Merino strikes late as Spain beat Belgium to set up France FIFA World Cup semi – Sport
Super sub Mikel Merino broke Belgian hearts and sent Spain through to a World Cup semi-final against France with a late goal in a gripping 2-1 win on Friday. The stunning finish at SoFi Stadium sets up a tantalising showdown between European champions Spain and the tournament favorites France and the red-hot Kylian Mbappe in […]
Pakistan, US cite ‘significant progress’ in Washington trade talks
Andrabi says both sides ironing out differences, building convergence, with view to early conclusion of agreement Secretary Commerce Jawad Paul, who led the Pakistan delegation, characterised the talks as positive and appreciated the significant progress made during the negotiations. PHOTO: Tahir Andrabi on X Pakistan and the United States have made significant progress towards a […]
New Zealand, India elevate ties to strategic partnership during Modi’s visit
India and New Zealand elevated ties to a strategic partnership on Saturday, according to officials. It came as Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who is in New Zealand, held “wide-ranging and productive talks” with his New Zealand counterpart, Christopher Luxon, said Indian Ministry of External Affairs spokesman Randhir Jaiswal, adding that talks included trade and […]
Death toll from Venezuela twin earthquakes surpasses 4,000
More than 16,700 injured, thousands displaced since powerful June 24 quakes, top official says People search for casualties amid the rubble of collapsed buildings, in the aftermath of earthquakes in La Guaira, Venezuela. Photo: REUTERS The death toll from Venezuela’s twin earthquakes has risen to 4,118, with 16,740 people injured and thousands still displaced, National […]