ISLAMABAD - Dozens of leaders belonging mainly to the Awami National Party in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa yesterday joined the Pakistan People’s Party (PPP). Bilawal while welcoming those joining the party said that the PPP believed in serving the people. He said that the people of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa had suffered innumerable tragedies at the hands of terrorists. The PPP Chairman said the party will serve the people of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa after coming to power. He said the PPP was also providing the best medical facilities to citizens from all over the country in Sindh.

SUKKUR - Allama Iqbal Open University (AIOU), Regional Campus Sukkur has chalked out Tree Plantation Week, from the first week of August at the Regional Campus Sukkur located at National Highway Rohri opposite BNB Women University Arore. Talking to media here on Friday, Regional Director, AIOU, Sukkur Campus, Atta Hussain Musavi said that we proudly champion a greener, sustainable future. With potted plants in abundance, our commitment to the environment shines brighter, he added. He advised the citizens to join AIOU in nurturing a cleaner, greener Pakistan. He further said that we encourage our students and well-wishers to bring a plant of their choice and plant with their families on the campus to green the campus for a sustainable future by embracing greenery.

In Western and non-western societies where leadership has promoted the culture of research and innovation, discoveries, probes, doubts, inquiries, investigations, and fact-finding have made inroads into their educational institutions, leading to the emergence of a critical mass essential for a vibrant strategic culture of research. Otherwise, there would have been vibrant research centres and policy-oriented think tanks dealing with domestic and foreign policy challenges. In the strategic culture of research, there are four requirements: professionals, resources, programmes, and leadership. In a nutshell, the promotion of a strategic culture of research in Pakistan is not only crucial for economic growth but also for addressing societal challenges and fostering innovation. By fostering partnerships and encouraging interdisciplinary research, Pakistan can tap into the collective wisdom and expertise of various stakeholders, leading to innovative solutions and sustainable development.

Pakistan is coping with a tangle of issues that jeopardise its stability and basic human security. Prioritising human security in Pakistan is crucial for the well-being, safety, and long-term stability of its people. To effectively address these challenges, Pakistan must prioritise human security as a pillar of its development agenda. Economic stability establishes a foundation for long-term development and human security. Good governance encourages investment, economic growth, and efficient public service delivery, enhancing human security.

Perhaps the most overlooked issue in Pakistan is our failing healthcare system, despite having thousands of trained doctors, nurses, and other medical experts. People need to understand that, as much as our country’s politics may matter, everything, including our economy, relies on the maintenance of our healthcare system. This leads us to the conclusion that 73.37% of the world has a better medical system compared to Pakistan. Furthermore, it should be noted that one of the main reasons for Pakistan’s faltering healthcare system is poor hygiene. According to UNICEF reports, 53,000 children under the age of 5 die annually due to diarrhoea and similar diseases, primarily caused by a lack of proper sanitation and healthcare.

In total, Georgia had 16 players make all three teams, the most of any SEC school. Alabama also had 16 players make the three teams. Kendall Milton, Xavier Truss and Smael Mondon made the second team, while Jalon Walker and William Mote are on the third team. Bowers, Van Pran and Lassiter all represented Georgia this week at SEC media days, so it comes as little surprise that they were tabbed with such a high honor. Georgia coach Kirby Smart spoke glowingly not just about their abilities as players but also as leaders.

ISLAMABAD-A Centre for Aerospace & Security Studies (CASS) seminar provided a valuable platform for experts and policymakers to share insights and strategies as the speakers called for whole-of-nation approach in countering extremism. Mohammad Ali Babakhel’s presentation focused on Pakistan’s evolving efforts in countering extremism, highlighting both successes and challenges. He emphasised the complexity of measuring success in countering extremism, as it cannot be instantly quantified due to its nuanced nature. He underscored the importance of highlighting Pakistan’s best practices in countering violent extremism and the need for greater investment in education. Ms. Azeema Cheema discussed the crucial role of civil society organisations in countering violent extremism.

Hamirpur (HP), July 21(UNI) Senior HP BJP leader, Prem Kumar Dhumal Friday gave a clarion call to the patriotic forces to join hands together against divisive forces that were trying to divide the nation on caste, religion and other issues. The former HP Chief Minister said let us all work together to feed the lotus. It is not hidden from anyone under what circumstances the successful Prime Minister of the country is taking the country forward. Anti-national forces are trying their best to oppose the Prime Minister and as such we had to work hard to make lotus bloom all over India. Des Raj Sharma on this occasion assured party workers and PK Dhumal that he would work to take the party ahead of others and ensure that all party leaders and workers were united under one banner to bring Narendra Modi Ji back to power in 2024 Lok sabha elections.

Three policemen and a civilian embraced martyrdom after two suicide bombers exploded in Bara on Thursday, hours after two policemen were martyred in a shooting at their post in Peshawar. As the intruders opened fire at the policemen on duty, two suicide attackers attempted to enter the premises through its main gate. In retaliation, the security personnel present there open fire at the suicide attackers, killing both of them. The Rescue 1122 officials identified the martyred policemen as Bahadur Sher, Tayyab, and Muhammad Anwar. After the explosion, the Bara Bazaar was closed, while investigation into the incident got under way.

NEW DELHI - A video showing two women being paraded naked by a mob in the north-eastern state of Manipur, hit by violent ethnic clashes, went viral on social media across in India. Police say the assault on the women took place on 4 May but it made national headlines on Thursday after the video started going viral on social media. The federal government has asked all social media companies to delete the video from their platforms. The horrific video of the two women was widely shared on social media on Wednesday. It shows them being dragged and groped by a mob of men who then push them into a field.

Protesters in Iraq stormed the Swedish Embassy in Baghdad and set it on fire early Thursday over the burning of the Quran. The action by the followers of Shia cleric Muqtada al-Sadr came after Salwan Momika burned a copy of the Muslim holy book under police protection in front of the Stockholm Mosque in Sweden last month, which was widely condemned in Muslim countries. Videos circulating online showed hundreds of protesters breaching Sweden's embassy and waving flags and chanting. Smoke was rising from the embassy building, according to an Anadolu reporter in Iraq.

Climate change is one of the most important issues facing the world. It is a global problem with the potential to impact every aspect of human life, from the food we eat to the air we breathe. Climate change is caused by a variety of factors, including the burning of fossil fuels, deforestation, and agricultural policies. However, it has the potential to cause significant environmental and social impacts, such as rising sea levels, more extreme weather events, and food and water shortages. Addressing climate change is one of the most pressing issues affecting the world, requiring a coordinated global effort.

Jana Sena Chief Pawan Kalyan met BJP National President J P Nadda in New Delhi on Thursday. (Image By Arrangement)Vijayawada: Jana Sena chief Pawan Kalyan has said he discussed ways to develop AP with the top brass of BJP during his two-day visit to New Delhi. Pawan Kalyan said here on Thursday that he met Union home minister Amit Shah and discussed several issues of AP and got an assurance from him that a policy decision would be announced for the benefit of AP soon. He said that when he was asked to meet the PM during his recent visit to Visakhapatnam, he only discussed the AP issues with Modi. JS would lay its stress on dethroning Jagan Mohan Reddy and sending him to Jail," he said.

He said we resolve to move forward in fostering cooperation and friendship between the people of Pakistan and Ukraine. Talking about the situation in Ukraine, the Pakistan Foreign Minister expressed a deep concern and offered Islamabad’s condolences on loss of precious lives and immense human sufferings. Speaking on the occasion, Ukrainian Foreign Minister we are thinking of boosting trade and solving existing problems of Pakistani students studying in Ukraine. The Ukrainian Foreign Minister also thanked Pakistan’s humanitarian assistance for the people of Pakistan. We will continue to build on our conversation to add more substance to our relations,” the Pakistani Foreign Minister said in a joint press conference.

Gal Gadot's Cleopatra film is set to make waves as the actor believes it will "change the narrative" about the historical figure. You know, if Wonder Woman is the imaginary strong female leader, Cleopatra’s actually the real one. All I ever saw in regards to Cleopatra from film was that she was this seductive woman who had an affair with Julius Caesar and Marc Anthony. But the truth is, there’s so much more to her.”Initially, Gadot's Cleopatra movie, first announced in 2020, was supposed to be directed by Patty Jenkins, who helmed the Wonder Woman films. The Wonder Woman star is an Israeli actor playing a mixed-race historical figure.