Author: Maryam Asrar

Saudi Arabia has announced fully-funded scholarships for Pakistani students in 25 Saudi universities, covering diploma, bachelor’s, master’s, and Ph.D. programs across various fields. These scholarships are open to both students residing in Pakistan and overseas Pakistanis in Saudi Arabia, aiming to enhance educational opportunities and strengthen bilateral ties. The scholarships encompass a wide range of disciplines, including Political Science, Law, and Engineering. Pakistani students can apply directly to the 25 selected Saudi universities, which will then forward applications to the Saudi Ministry of Education for final selection. Key Scholarship Details: Saudi Arabia’s scholarships for Pakistani students offer numerous benefits, including…

The Sarfaranga Cold Desert Rally 2023 in Pakistan’s Gilgit-Baltistan region concluded on Sunday, generating over $825,994 in business for the local private sector, according to tourism officials. The rally, held in the Sarfaranga desert of Shigar district, aimed to promote adventure tourism in Gilgit-Baltistan and boost the local economy. The event also featured activities like free-style polo, boating, river rafting, sword dances, musical performances, and rock climbing. Over 100 jeep racers and bikers participated, including two local women drivers, with 57 drivers making it to the final round. During the closing ceremony, GB Secretary of Tourism Asif Ullah Khan announced…

KIA has recently announced a series of price reductions for various car models in Pakistan. This move comes in response to the recent strengthening of the Pakistani Rupee (PKR) against the US Dollar (USD), demonstrating the company’s commitment to passing on the benefits of this favorable currency exchange rate to customers. These price adjustments aim to make KIA vehicles more competitive and appealing in the market. Notably, the Sorento variants, including the 3.5L FWD, 2.4L AWD, and 2.4FWD, have experienced significant price cuts of Rs500,000 each. The revised prices for these models are now Rs11.29 million, Rs11.2 million, and Rs10.3…

Pakistan has expressed its support for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia after the latter announced its intention to host the FIFA World Cup in 2034. In a statement issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Pakistan confirmed its endorsement of Saudi Arabia’s bid to host this prestigious event. The Foreign Office spokesperson stated, “Following the announcement by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia of its intention to host the FIFA World Cup in 2034, Pakistan affirms its support for the Saudi bid to host the tournament. We wish our Saudi brothers all success in this endeavor and are certain that Saudi…

Pakistan has made promising discoveries of substantial shale gas reservoirs at the pilot well KUC-1 in Hyderabad, Sindh, providing a ray of hope amid an annual 8-9 percent decline in natural gas production in the country. The Oil and Gas Development Company Limited (OGDCL) initiated this project in 2020, aiming to address Pakistan’s growing energy demands. A study conducted by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) revealed that Pakistan has more than 3,000 trillion cubic feet (TCF) of shale gas resources across various shale horizons. Dr. M Saeed Khan Jadoon, adviser to OGDCL on oil and gas exploration…

A 15-year-old girl hailing from Bhopal, India, has caught the internet’s attention due to her unwavering support for the Pakistan cricket team and its star player, Babar Azam. This enthusiasm began during the opening match of the Men in Green against the Netherlands in the ongoing World Cup 2023 at the Rajiv Gandhi Stadium. Accompanied by her mother, Alisha embarked on a journey from Bhopal to Hyderabad to witness the match and show her unwavering support, particularly for Babar Azam. For a period of four years, she passionately supported Babar Azam, initially managing a social media fan page dedicated to…

The Pakistan Air Force (PAF) initiated the Indus Shield 2023 exercise at one of its operational bases in the country on Sunday, bringing together aviation experts from 14 Middle Eastern countries, including Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, and Qatar. Periodically, the Pakistan Army, Navy, and Air Force organize and take part in international exercises to strengthen defense ties with other nations. These events offer a platform for the country’s military to showcase its capabilities and learn from the experiences and techniques of other countries. Air Vice Marshal Tariq Mehmood Ghazi, serving as the chief guest at the inauguration, emphasized…

Griffith University in Australia is offering fully funded scholarships to international students, including those from Pakistan. These scholarships provide financial support for higher education and reflect the university’s commitment to fostering global academic diversity. Griffith University is known for its high academic standards and research excellence, offering a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs that attract a diverse international student body. With a focus on innovation and sustainability, the university aims to provide an exceptional learning environment to prepare students for success in various fields. About the Scholarship:Griffith University is inviting international students to apply for scholarships for the…

Namira Salim, the first Pakistani to travel to space, has returned safely from her journey on Virgin Galactic’s VSS Unity. She celebrated her historic achievement as the “FIRST Pakistani Astronaut” and the “First Female Virgin Galactic Founder Astronaut.” Before her voyage, she expressed pride in raising the national flag in space and embarked on the Galactic 04 mission alongside three other space travelers. Virgin Galactic delayed the mission briefly for vehicle preparations, allowing three paying customers to experience suborbital space travel, witnessing minutes of weightlessness and the Earth’s curvature against the backdrop of space. VMS Eve, the carrier plane for…

Chairman of the PCB Management Committee, Mr. Zaka Ashraf, extended a warm welcome to the triumphant Pakistan Blind Cricket team and their officials at Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium. The occasion was a celebration of their remarkable achievement, securing a Gold medal at the 2023 International Blind Sports Federation (IBSA) World Games in Birmingham. The Pakistan Blind cricket team showcased extraordinary skills and resilience throughout the tournament, notably defeating arch-rivals India twice on their path to becoming champions. In the T20 format, they maintained an unbeaten record, triumphing over India, Bangladesh, Australia, and England, ultimately securing the Gold by convincingly defeating India…