Islamabad, June 16 (INP): The University of Gwadar decided to establish a China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) Study Center and a Center for Marine Affairs and Marine Sciences. In this regard, the University of Gwadar’s third syndicate meeting was held at the higher education commission regional centre Quetta with Vice Chancellor Professor Dr Abdul Razzaq Sabir in the chair. “The …
Islamabad, June 16 (INP): Surprisingly, a US Congressional Committee ‘s recent recommendation to include India in the “NATO Plus” alliance raises questions about global defense equilibrium. The timing of this proposal, just ahead of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Washington, has further added a thick layer of curiosity over these questions, according to a report published by …
KARACHI, June 15 (EW) : Pakistan People’s Party’s (PPP) candidate Murtaza Wahab leads in the election for Karachi mayor on Thursday after securing 173 votes and his rival, Jamaat-e-Islami’s Hafiz Naeemur Rehman, got 161 votes as per unofficial results. The voting for Karachi’s new mayor started earlier in the day with elected members of the Karachi Metropolitan Corporation (KMC) …
WASHINGTON, June 15 (EW): Ahead of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s state visit to Washington, the Biden administration is pushing New Delhi to cut through its own red tape and advance a deal for dozens of US-made armed drones, two people familiar with the matter said. India has long expressed interest in buying large armed drones from the United …
ATHENS: At least 78 migrants drowned early on Wednesday and more were feared missing after their overloaded boat capsized and sank off Greece, in one of Europe’s deadliest shipwrecks this year. By midday, 104 people had been rescued, authorities said, but it remained unclear how many were on board when the vessel — whose occupants the coast guard said had …
HYDERABAD: Thousands of people living in coastal towns and small islands in Thatta, Sujawal and Badin districts on Tuesday left their homes for safer places, two days before a ferocious cyclone was expected to make a landfall on Thursday (tomorrow) afternoon. Classified as a “Very Severe Cyclonic Storm” of Category 3, Biparjoy is expected to land around Thursday evening …
ISLAMABAD, Jun. 14 The ‘Chinese Culture Hour’ exchange and exhibition was held at COMSATS University Islamabad to foster cultural exchange between Pakistan and China. Constructing a cultural bridge and highlighting the vibrant and diverse Chinese culture, the students showcased knowledge of Chinese calligraphy, tai chi, kung fu, cuisine, tongue twisters, and Chinese music. According to Gwadar Pro, the university campus buzzed with the vibrant atmosphere of Chinese culture as students eagerly displayed their knowledge and appreciation. The calligraphy art demonstrated the charm of Chinese characters, skilfully explaining the meaning behind each stroke to the captivated audience. The performances of tai chi and kung fu embodied the essence of traditional Chinese martial arts, showcasing the students’ excellent body control and graceful movements, which garnered the admiration of the audience. In the food exhibition area, a variety of delicious Chinese cuisine delighted the senses. The students demonstrated their exquisite culinary skills by preparing dishes such as spicy chicken, dumplings, fried noodles, and fried rice. They ingeniously incorporated elements from local cuisine, adding a unique touch. Tongue twisters and music performances contribute to the joyous and lively atmosphere. The students eloquently spoke Chinese and delivered melodious tunes, showcasing the diverse and enchanting facets of Chinese culture. To further support the university’s Chinese cultural education, a carefully curated collection of books encompassing various aspects of Chinese culture was presented to offer students more learning material, serve as a source of inspiration and facilitate them to develop a deeper understanding of Chinese culture. The outstanding students were presented with commendation certificates in recognition of their remarkable contributions. The event was co-organized by COMSATS and PowerChina.
GWADAR, June 14 (INP): The completion of a 158km pipeline, constructed to channel water from the Shadi Kor and Swad dams, has successfully resolved the water scarcity issue for the residents of Gwadar town. “GDA has successfully completed one of the most challenging water projects in Gwadar town,” tweeted Director General Gwadar Development Authority (GDA) Mujeeb Ur Rehman Qambarani. …
RAWALPINDI: The National Accountability Bureau (NAB) Rawalpindi office has summoned Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chief Imran Khan for the investigations into the Toshakhana case, on June 15 (tomorrow). This is the third time the PTI chief and former prime minister, who was dethroned in April last year through a vote of no-confidence, has been summoned in a three-month time span, as …
GENEVA, June 14 (AFP) : A record 110 million people worldwide have been forcibly displaced from their homes, the United Nations (UN) said on Wednesday, branding the huge upsurge an “indictment” of the world. Russia’s war in Ukraine, refugees fleeing Afghanistan and the fighting in Sudan have pushed the total number of refugees forced to seek shelter abroad and …