Author: Faiza Liaquat
Pakistan’s healthcare sector has achieved two significant milestones in the fight against cancer. At Jinnah Hospital Karachi, doctors successfully performed the hospital’s first-ever knee cancer surgery on a 26-year-old patient. The four-hour-long procedure involved the removal of the tumor and the implantation of an artificial knee, restoring the patient’s mobility. According to Dr. Farukh, a member of the surgical team, the prosthetic knee—worth between Rs1 million and Rs1.1 million—was provided completely free of charge, along with the surgery itself, which was valued at Rs3.5 million. Globally, such implants last 20–25 years, ensuring long-term benefits for the patient. The procedure was…
Punjab has officially announced the “Pink Games”, a landmark initiative to promote women’s participation in sports across the province. The decision was finalized in a meeting chaired by Punjab Minister for Sports Faisal Ayub Khokhar, alongside Sports Secretary Muzaffar Sial and Director General Sports Khizar Afzal Chaudhry, who reviewed logistics and preparations for the mega event. “This will be Punjab’s biggest women’s sports event. More than 3,000 women athletes will take part, representing all divisions of Punjab,” stated Minister Khokhar, emphasizing the government’s commitment to gender equality through sport. The Pink Games are set to mark a historic breakthrough in…
In a landmark step toward youth empowerment, the Prime Minister’s Youth Program (PMYP) has partnered with Destinations, a leading digital tourism platform, to strengthen the role of young people in Pakistan’s tourism and creator economies. The collaboration is designed to accelerate the digital transformation of the tourism sector, offering a platform for Pakistani youth to showcase their creativity, talent, and entrepreneurial skills. Officials confirmed that the initiative will introduce training and capacity-building programs to equip young people with practical knowledge in digital content creation, tourism promotion, and entrepreneurship. The partnership also focuses on creating sustainable career opportunities while encouraging innovation-driven…
Muhammad Hassaan, only 16 years old, is making history as one of the youngest news anchors in the world. Starting his journalism career at Attock Point and now with Awaz Group of Media, Hassaan has balanced media with technology, earning certifications from Microsoft, Google, and the Chartered Institute for IT (BCS). In 2025, he founded the Visionary Tech Society, a non-profit dedicated to providing free AI education to students across Pakistan. Alongside this, he lectures at APSACS and FGEI, has authored e-books, written newspaper columns, and published a research paper on entrepreneurship. His remarkable achievements have been honored with awards…
Muhammad Haris Ahsan has achieved a remarkable milestone by winning 2nd place worldwide at an international hackathon, competing solo against more than 8,800 participants and over 870 multi-member teams. His achievement is especially significant because he ranked among the Top 2 globally while most competitors participated as teams of 2, 4, or 6 members. Hackathon Stats The Project – AutoDev Assistant Haris’ winning project, AutoDev Assistant, is an AI-powered tool designed to simplify DevOps workflows for developers and startups. Problem Statement Configuring DevOps pipelines such as GitHub Actions, Dockerfiles, and CI/CD workflows is often complex and time-consuming, particularly for solo…
The Capital Development Authority (CDA), in collaboration with the Metropolitan Corporation Islamabad (MCI), has announced the launch of the city’s first-ever weekly organic market in Sector F-7/3. The initiative aims to provide residents with access to fresh, locally grown organic produce while creating new opportunities for small-scale growers and businesses. The market will feature a range of organic items, including: Applications Now Open The market will be managed by the Directorate of Municipal Administration (DMA), which is responsible for receiving applications from interested sellers. The last date for submission is 12 September 2025. Goals of the Organic Market Officials emphasized…
Pakistan has once again proven its dominance in competitive Scrabble, lifting the Team Trophy at the 20th World Youth Scrabble Championship 2025 held in Kuala Lumpur. This marks the sixth global title for Pakistan at the prestigious event. Historic Wins Across Age Groups This year’s tournament brought unforgettable moments for Pakistan: Largest Championship in History The 2025 edition was the biggest in the tournament’s history, featuring 226 players from 20 countries. Despite the tough competition, Pakistan’s 24-member contingent showcased unmatched skill and resilience, ensuring the country’s continued global success in Scrabble. Looking Ahead With this victory, Pakistan’s young Scrabble players…
Pakistan and China have reaffirmed their long-standing financial partnership through a series of high-level meetings in Beijing, highlighting a new phase of cooperation in banking, investment, and economic reforms. Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue, Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb, met with Dr. Pan Gongsheng, Governor of the People’s Bank of China (PBOC), and Mr. Liao Lin, Chairman of the Industrial and Commercial Bank of China (ICBC). The discussions emphasized stronger bilateral ties, enhanced financial collaboration, and greater integration with regional financial markets. Key Highlights of the Meetings Looking Ahead Senator Aurangzeb reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to creating a favorable investment climate and…
The Punjab government has announced that it will confer the province’s highest civil award on the late Assistant Commissioner of Pattoki, Furqan Ahmed Khan, in recognition of his extraordinary dedication and selfless public service. His family will also receive a grant of Rs10 million as a tribute to his sacrifices. Dedication Despite Illness Officials revealed that Furqan Ahmed, who was battling cancer, continued to perform relief duties in flood-hit areas for four consecutive days without rest. He ensured the provision of food, medicines, and essential supplies to displaced families in Pattoki, despite his deteriorating health. CM Maryam Nawaz Pays Tribute…
The Swiss Government has officially opened applications for the Swiss Government Excellence Scholarships 2026–2027, providing Pakistani students and researchers with the opportunity to pursue PhD, research, and postdoctoral studies at leading Swiss universities and institutions. This prestigious program is designed to strengthen international academic cooperation and research exchange between Switzerland and over 180 countries, including Pakistan. Key Benefits of the Scholarship: Who Can Apply? The scholarships are open to highly qualified Pakistani graduates and researchers who aspire to contribute to academia, innovation, and cross-cultural knowledge exchange. Applicants will be evaluated based on academic excellence, research potential, and the relevance of…