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Year’s 17th polio case reported from Islamabad
Islambad : Shakila Jalil
A devastating blow has been dealt to Pakistan's efforts to eradicate polio, as the country reports its 17th case of the year. A child from Islamabad has been paralyzed by wild poliovirus type 1 (WPV1), marking…
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Solarizing Schools: A Beacon of Sustainability in Rural Islamabad
Islamabad: Shakila Jalil
In a groundbreaking initiative, the Ministry of Federal Education and Professional Training has partnered with the National Radio Telecommunication Corporation (NRTC) to solarize 100 schools in rural Islamabad…
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Senate Committee Orders Inquiry into continued Power Theft across the country, Malpractices at FGEHA…
Islamabad: The Senate Functional Committee on Problems of less Developed Areas discussed the implementation of recommendations made in its previous meeting regarding details of actions taken against corrupt QESCO officials contributing in…
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Senate body takes notice of alleged malpractices in housing scheme
ISLAMABAD:The Senate Functional Committee on Problems of Less Developed Areas has ordered an inquiry into widespread power theft across Pakistan and took notice of alleged malpractice by a NESPAK consultant involved in the Park Road Housing…
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Polio’s Dark Shadow: A Threat to Pakistan’s Children
Shakila Jalil
shakila.jalil01@gmail.com
The recent diagnosis of a 6-year-old child with polio in Chakwal, Punjab, has raised questions about the effectiveness of Pakistan's vaccination efforts. This case marks the first in Punjab…
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US Embassy slashes visa wait time
Islamabad:In a significant move to ease and expedite visa processing, the US Embassy in Pakistan has announced a major reduction in appointment wait times for various visa categories.
Wait Time Slashed from 440 to 230 Days
The embassy…
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No Child Behind in the Fight Against Human Trafficking
Shakila Jalil
Islamabad:In a resolute display of unity, stakeholders from international organizations and the Government of Pakistan joined forces to combat human trafficking, with a special focus on protecting children. The joint…
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End child marriage, empower girls
Shakila Jalil
Islamabad: In a groundbreaking initiative, the National Commission on the Status of Women (NCSW) and UNICEF have joined forces with UNFPA and UN Women to launch the "BOLO" (Speak Up) campaign, a nationwide crusade against…
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Preserving the Cultural Heritage of Lahore: Restoration of Naag Mandir Underway
Author: Shakila Jalil
In a significant effort to protect and showcase the rich cultural legacy of Lahore, the Walled City of Lahore Authority (WCLA), in collaboration with the Aga Khan Cultural Service Pakistan (AKCSP) and the US…
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