Pakistani Embassy Press Wing Marks Leadership Transition in Washington

Pakistani Embassy’s Press Wing Marks Leadership Transition in Washington WASHINGTON, D.C. (Asim Siddiqui): Pakistan’s Embassy in Washington marked a leadership transition in its Press Wing with a farewell reception for outgoing Press Counselor Sarfraz Ahmad and a warm welcome for incoming Press Counselor Zobia Masood. The event, hosted at the residence of veteran Pakistani-American journalist Faiz Rehman, was held as part of the routine diplomatic rotation under which officials serving in various sections of Pakistan’s foreign missions assume new assignments upon completing their tenures. Recognized as one of the pioneers…

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US Companies Explore Investment Opportunities in Pakistan’s Critical Minerals Sector

US companies are exploring opportunities to invest in and develop Pakistan’s mining sector, including the possibility of taking over smaller mines and pursuing larger projects involving copper, antimony and other critical minerals, as Washington intensifies efforts to secure global critical mineral supply chains. Speaking to journalists during a background briefing, a US Embassy official said the Trump administration has placed increasing emphasis on diversifying and strengthening critical mineral supply chains worldwide, with Pakistan emerging as one of the countries attracting attention due to its substantial mineral resources. According to the…

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Human Error in Forensic Science: Cases Where Evidence Was Thrown Out or Declared Inadmissible

A forensic scientist in protective gloves examining crime scene evidence at a laboratory table, representing human error in forensic science and CSI investigations

Human error in forensic science has cost innocent people their freedom and allowed guilty ones to walk free. From fingerprint mix-ups to contaminated DNA samples, failures by CSI personnel have repeatedly led to evidence being declared inadmissible in court  sometimes with devastating consequences for justice. When Science Gets It Wrong Forensic science is often presented as an almost infallible tool of justice. Courtrooms treat DNA results, fingerprint matches, and crime scene reports as hard truth. Juries trust them. Prosecutors build their entire cases around them. But the reality is more…

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National Textile University Observes Youm-e-Istehsal-e-Kashmir 2026

National Textile University Observes Youm-e-Istehsal-e-Kashmir with Patriotic Zeal Solidarity Walk Held to Support the Kashmiri People; Commitment to Peace, Justice and the Right to Self-Determination Reaffirmed FAISALABAD (Mian Iftikhar Ahmad): National Textile University (NTU) observed Youm-e-Istehsal-e-Kashmir with great patriotic spirit and enthusiasm. A special solidarity walk was organized to express unwavering support for the people of Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK) and to reaffirm the university’s commitment to peace, justice, human dignity and the right to self-determination. The solidarity walk was led by Vice Chancellor/Rector Prof. Dr. Rashid…

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BISE Faisalabad Announces Matric 2026 Position Holders

BISE Faisalabad Announced Matric Examination 2026 Position Holders FAISALABAD, Aug. 6: The Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education (BISE) Faisalabad on Thursday announced the position holders of the Matric (SSC Part-I) First Annual Examination 2026 during a press conference held at the Board’s headquarters. Chairman BISE Faisalabad, Professor Dr. Rana Binyamin, congratulated the successful students, their parents and teachers, and wished them continued success in their academic careers. In the Science Group (Girls), Amna Salahuddin of The City Grammar School (Girls Wing), New Civil Lines, Faisalabad, topped the board by…

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Youm-e-Istehsal-e-Kashmir Observed Across Balochistan with Rallies

Youm-e-Istehsal-e-Kashmir observed with zeal and fervor across Balochistan, rallies taken out from Chaman to Gwadar Quetta / Chaman (Syed Sardar Mohammad Khondai) A large rally was taken out in the border town of Chaman under the leadership of Deputy Commissioner Habib Ahmed Bangalzai in connection with Youm-e-Istehsal-e-Kashmir. Meanwhile, Youm-e-Istehsal-e-Kashmir was observed with great enthusiasm at all district headquarters across Balochistan. Rallies were taken out from Gwadar to Chaman, Qila Abdullah and other districts, in which protesters raised strong slogans against India’s self-imposed black law. On this occasion, Deputy Commissioner Chaman…

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Police Martyrs Day Observed Across Balochistan with Tributes to Heroes

Police Martyrs Day observed with reverence across Balochistan, rich tributes paid to martyrs Quetta / Chaman (Syed Sardar Mohammad Khondai) Like other parts of Balochistan, Police Martyrs Day was observed with great devotion and respect in different districts. The main ceremony of Police Martyrs Day was held in Quetta, where Inspector General of Police Balochistan, Muhammad Tahir, visited the Martyrs’ Memorial, laid a floral wreath, and offered prayers for the elevation of the martyrs’ ranks. Addressing the ceremony on the occasion, IGP Balochistan Muhammad Tahir said that we are indebted…

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Attock Police Honors Fallen Heroes on Police Martyrs Day

Attock Police Commemorates Police Martyrs Day with Tribute Ceremony at Martyrs’ Memorial Attock (Bureau Chief Ijaz-ul-Hasan): On the occasion of Police Martyrs Day, District Police Officer (DPO) Attock Sardar Mawara Khan, District and Sessions Judge Malik Ali Zulqarnain, and Deputy Commissioner Attock Dr. Mudassar Ahmad Shah, along with police officers, families of martyred police personnel, members of the media, and representatives of civil society, visited the Police Martyrs’ Memorial to pay tribute to the fallen heroes. A smartly turned-out contingent of Attock Police presented a ceremonial salute at the memorial.…

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Lahore Rain Disrupts Traffic Today as Monsoon Season Floods Roads Again

Lahore rain today causes flooding and traffic disruption

Fresh downpours have left Lahore rain disrupts traffic today headlines trending once more, as waterlogging shut down key underpasses, submerged major roads, and stranded commuters across the city. The latest spell adds to an already punishing monsoon season that has killed dozens across Punjab in recent weeks. Background Lahore has faced repeated bouts of heavy rainfall throughout this year’s monsoon season, which the Pakistan Meteorological Department’s Flood Forecasting Division has said will likely continue into early August. The city’s aging drainage infrastructure has struggled to keep pace, leading to a…

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