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ISLAMABAD :The Senate on Friday passed the National Forensic Agency Bill, 2024 unanimously with certain amendments. Minister for Law and Justice Azam Nazeer Tarar on behalf of the Minister for Interior piloted the bill in the House. The bill aimed at transforming the National Forensics Agency (NFA) project into a full-fledged, independent agency in order to enhance forensic capabilities across Pakistan. Sharing the details, Minister for Law and Justice Azam Nazeer Tarar said that through NFA, the existing conventional forensic labs and establishing a digital forensic lab would also provide services to all provinces, Gilgit-Baltistan (G-B), Azad Jammu and Kashmir…

National Institute of Health (NIH) has confirmed four new polio cases in the country as new cases were reported from Dera Ismail Khan, Tank, Jacobabad, and Sukkur. This brings the total number of polio cases reported across Pakistan this year to 63. Three girls from Dera Ismail Khan, Tank, and Jacobabad have been affected, while a boy in Sukkur has been paralyzed by the disease. Dera Ismail Khan has reported nine cases this year, Tank and Jacobabad have each seen three cases, and Sukkur has recorded its first polio case of the year, according to the NIH.

BEIJING: China’s foreign minister Wang Yi said Beijing agreed with Egypt that both nations should promote peace and negotiations to achieve stability in the Middle East, according to a media pool report. Wang made the remarks during a meeting with Egyptian counterpart Badr Abdelatty in Beijing on Friday. He said both countries are deeply concerned about the current situation in Syria, and called for respect for the nation’s sovereignty, independence and territorial integrity. Wang also said both welcomed a ceasefire agreement between Israel and Lebanon.

The Supreme Court of Pakistan (SCP) Constitutional Bench has allowed military courts to issue verdicts; however, the implementation of sentences or the release of individuals will depend on the outcome of the pending appeals. Supreme Court allowed military courts to pronounce verdicts on 85 accused. The verdict reads that those accused who can get relief in their sentences should be released. “After sentencing, the accused can be transferred to other courts. 20 out of 103 people were released and two more were added,” Additional Attorney General apprised the constitutional bench. The apex court remarked decision maintains the legal process in…

Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz during her visit to China announced a partnership with Huawei Technologies to transform Lahore into Pakistan’s first modern smart city. The initiative is set to leverage cutting-edge digital solutions to enhance urban living and infrastructure. Maryam Nawaz was warmly received at Huawei’s Longgang District headquarters in Shanghai, where she extended an invitation to Huawei for increased investment in Pakistan, particularly in Punjab. She proposed the establishment of a Huawei office at Nawaz Sharif IT City and assured full cooperation for setting up assembly and manufacturing plants in the province. The CM also offered Huawei the…

The World Bank has approved a $240 million loan for Pakistan, which will be utilized in the second phase of improving Karachi’s water and sewerage services. The project aims to enhance water supply, treat wastewater, and make it reusable, contributing significantly to sustainable urban development. According to World Bank Country Director Najy Benhassine, the project will expand investments in water distribution and rehabilitating the sewerage network. By 2030, the initiative is expected to provide safe water to approximately 16 million residents of Karachi and sewerage services to 7.5 million individuals. Focus on Public Health and Women’s Inclusion The World Bank…

A session took place at the Pak-China Technical and Vocational Institute in Gwadar, General Officer Commanding of Gwadar Division engaged directly with students and faculty members in a dialogue about regional development and educational opportunities. The $10 million institute, established through the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), represents an initiative aimed at empowering local youth through professional training. Affiliated with the Shandong Institute of Commerce and Technology (SICT), the institution offers specialized courses in maritime studies, e-commerce, and software development. During the session, the military leadership provided detailed briefings about regional dynamics. The commanding officer emphasized the role of educated youth…

Pakistan and China have signed a memorandum of understanding to introduce artificial intelligence-powered agricultural equipment, signaling a potential transformative approach to farming practices. The Punjab government recently formalized an agreement with “AI Force Tech,” a Chinese technology company, focusing on integrating advanced robotic technologies into the agricultural sector. This strategic partnership aims to upgrade farming methodologies and contribute to Pakistan’s economic development. Federal Minister for Planning, Development, and Special Initiatives, Ahsan Iqbal, unveiled a plan to send 1,000 agricultural experts to China, facilitating knowledge transfer and technological expertise. Key highlights of the agreement include: Implementation of AI-driven agricultural machinery Technology…

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has confirmed that national team interim white-ball coach Aaqib Javed has been appointed as the red-ball coach. According to details, the board had made it clear that Jason Gillespie had resigned as the national team’s red-ball coach. Javed will take up the responsibility as the red-ball coach during the forthcoming Test series against South Africa. Earlier today it was reported that Gillespie decided to resign, According to details, Gillespie had refused to travel to South Africa citing personal reasons. Gillespie was not pleased with the removal of assistant coach Tim Nelson. Pakistan will take on…

Pakistan’s agricultural exports marked significant progress as the first consignment of tractors reached Tanzania, setting a milestone in international trade. The Kenyan-Tanzanian firm, Masai Tracta Company, partnered with Pakistani manufacturers to introduce agricultural machinery in Tanzania. This collaboration involved close cooperation between Pakistani industrialists and the Masai Tracta Company, aiming to establish Pakistan’s machinery in Tanzanian markets. Led by Pak Tractors House Company, the initiative focused on penetrating new international markets and expanding Pakistan’s trade relations with East African nations. The development highlighted Pakistan’s commitment to boosting its agricultural machinery trade and fostering global business partnerships. Economic officials regarded this…