Author: Maryam Khichi
For the first time, Pakistan is hosting the prestigious Asian Championship of Mixed Martial Arts (MMA), marking a significant milestone in the sport’s history. The tournament will kick off with a highly anticipated match between Indian fighter Shrikant and Pakistani fighter Rizwan Ali. The event will see participation from 12 countries, and Lahore will also host the Brave Combat, featuring 11 teams. The opening ceremony will have Rana Mashhood, Chairman of the Prime Minister Youth Program, as the chief guest. The competition will bring together over 180 fighters, supported by 120 officials and 120 technical staff. Umar Ahmed, President of…
The nation is gearing up to celebrate Pakistan’s 77th Independence Day on Wednesday, bringing a significant boost to local businesses and trade in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Inam Ali, a 55-year-old car painter from Nowshera, is witnessing a surge in demand for his services as people rush to decorate their vehicles in green and white, the colors of the national flag. Normally painting 10 to 12 vehicles a day, Ali now handles up to 25 orders daily. Despite challenges like load shedding, Ali has rented a generator, hired additional workers, and extended his working hours late into the night. Similarly, henna tattoo…
Fatima, the daughter-in-law of a former Inspector General of Police Punjab, has been appointed as the Chief Traffic Officer (CTO) of Rawalpindi, making her the first woman to hold this position since the establishment of the City Traffic Police in 2007. She is also the third woman in Punjab’s history to assume the CTO role, following Ammara Athar in Lahore and Aisha Butt in Gujranwala. The outgoing CTO, Taimoor Khan, who served since November 18, 2022, was given a warm farewell with traffic wardens showering him with flowers. During his tenure, Khan introduced several reforms, including new traffic police-run driving…
Raza Nazar, a Bachelor of Civil Laws (BCL) candidate at the University of Oxford, has made history by being elected President of the graduate community (MCR) at Trinity College, becoming the first Pakistani to hold this position. Nazar’s academic interests focus on constitutional law, jurisprudence, and political theory. Raza’s academic journey began at Karachi Grammar School, followed by an International Baccalaureate Diploma at the United World College in Singapore. He then achieved a Double First in Law (LLB) from the London School of Economics (LSE), where he ranked 2nd in his year for Jurisprudence. Beyond academics, Raza has been a…
A new initiative to boost tourism in Murree is underway, focusing on expanding the main highway that connects Rawalpindi, Murree, and Kashmir. With a budget of approximately Rs. 1.2 billion, the project involves constructing a 17-kilometer stretch of road from Rawalpindi to Sunny Bank in Murree. Tenders for the construction work have been issued through the e-tender platform, with an application deadline set for August 17. As part of the annual development program (ADP), the road will be constructed in phases over six months, with work commencing from both ends simultaneously. To enhance the natural environment, the project includes plans…
Pakistani athlete Arshad Nadeem, who made history by securing the country’s first individual gold medal at the Paris Olympics, will be honored with the prestigious Hilal-e-Imtiaz, as directed by President Asif Zardari. The civil award will be presented in a special ceremony, reflecting Nadeem’s remarkable achievement and the pride he has brought to the nation. In addition to the Hilal-e-Imtiaz, various rewards have been announced for Nadeem. Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has hailed him as a “hero” and announced a reward of Rs100 million, along with naming a sports city in Mian Channu after him. A foreign ice cream…
Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has announced exclusive discounts in celebration of Independence Day. Passengers can enjoy a 14% discount on domestic flights until August 14. Additionally, PIA is offering a special 14% discount on flights from Toronto to Pakistan, with tickets purchased by August 14 valid for travel until November 14. The airline aims to make travel more accessible during this festive season.
An awareness meeting took place at Dr. Faisal Masood District Headquarters Hospital in Sargodha, featuring notable guests including Dr. Shabnam Basheer, Director General of the Punjab Thalassemia Program, and representatives from Sargodha University, Give Life Foundation, Shah Foundation, and Sargodha Medical College. The meeting focused on strategies for the prevention, early diagnosis, and treatment of thalassemia and other hereditary diseases. Dr. Shabnam Basheer emphasized the importance of awareness due to the complexity and high cost of treatment. Efforts are being made to make Sargodha a thalassemia-free city and to enhance treatment for affected children. Dean of Sciences Dr. Amir Ali…
Quantum Cloud and Artificial Intelligence (AI) Tech has partnered with Dell Technologies to introduce a significant technological transformation in Pakistan’s corporate and government sectors. According to a press release, the collaboration aims to provide scalable and secure solutions that will empower various industries across the country. Quantum Cloud & AI, with its extensive international experience in cloud and AI from the UK and USA, will leverage Dell’s AI-enabled edge and quantum computing technology. This partnership will address complex challenges in areas like energy optimization, predictive maintenance, real-time data processing, and computational efficiency, benefiting businesses across different sectors. Mansoor Bin Saeed,…
The University of Sargodha has enhanced its transportation services by adding two new buses to its fleet, providing convenient pick-and-drop facilities for students from Kot Moman and Jhawarian. University spokesperson Muhammad Usman announced that these buses have been handed over to the transport department and will begin operations on September 2. This initiative, guided by the directives and special interest of Vice Chancellor Professor Dr. Qaisar Abbas, aims to ease the commute for students from these areas. Transport Officer Syed Tanveer Hussain highlighted that with these new additions, the university’s bus fleet now totals 21, serving students across seven tehsils…