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No Male Staff in Female Institutions: LHC Chief Justice Issues Stern Warning

19Oct

By Tahreem AkramNo Comments

Latest, Pakistan

No Male Staff in Female Institutions: LHC Chief Justice Issues Stern Warning

Recent reports of harassment in girls' schools and colleges have raised serious concerns in Lahore. Chief Justice Aalia Neelum of the Lahore High Court (LHC) stated in strict words. She says, "No male staff can be present where females are." This statement shows the court's commitment to ensuring a safe educational environment for female students. During a recent hearing, LHC Justice Neelum criticized the Punjab Police for their handling of harassment cases and their failure to stop a viral video linked to one incident. She emphasized, "Anything can be done if there is the will to do it,". She is calling for better action from law enforcement. Dr. Usman Anwar, the Inspector General of Police (IGP), admitted that the police did not properly address a recent suicide case at Punjab Uni...

Pakistan’s Textile Exports Surge by 17.9% in September 2024

18Oct

By Aqsa AzamNo Comments

Business, Pakistan

Pakistan’s Textile Exports Surge by 17.9% in September 2024

Textile exports from Pakistan surged by 17.9 percent to $2.33 billion in September 2023. The export increases compared to $1.98 billion in the same month last year, according to the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS). This is the highest monthly textile export figure since February 2023. In a significant boost for Pakistan’s economy, the country’s textile exports soared by 17.9% in September 2024, reaching $1.605 billion compared to $1.36 billion in the same period last year. This impressive growth reflects the resilience of Pakistan’s textile sector despite global economic challenges. The textile industry is one of the most important sectors of the Pakistani economy, accounting for about 11 percent of GDP and employing millions of people. One of the key drivers of this surge is th...

Pakistan Requests Presidential Pardon for Dr. Aafia Siddiqui

18Oct

By Tahreem AkramNo Comments

Pakistan

Pakistan Requests Presidential Pardon for Dr. Aafia Siddiqui

The government of Pakistan has officially requested a presidential pardon for Dr. Aafia Siddiqui, who is currently imprisoned in the United States. This information emerged during a recent hearing in the Islamabad High Court, where Additional Attorney General Manoor Iqbal Dogal informed the court about the government’s efforts to secure her release and repatriation. During the hearing, Justice Sardar Ejaz Ishaq Khan presided over the case filed by Dr. Fauzia Siddiqui, Aafia’s sister. Dr. Fauzia urged the government to support her sister’s return to Pakistan. Advocate Imran Shafiq, representing Dr. Fauzia, emphasized the urgency of the situation and expressed hope that Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s letter to the U.S. President would help facilitate Aafia’s repatriation. Dr. Aafia S...

CM Forms Committee to Investigate Allegations of Student’s Sexual Assault at Lahore College

16Oct

By Tahreem AkramNo Comments

Pakistan

CM Forms Committee to Investigate Allegations of Student’s Sexual Assault at Lahore College

Punjab CM Maryam Nawaz has established a seven-member committee to look into allegations of sexual assault involving a student at a college in Lahore. The committee is led by Chief Secretary Zahid Akhtar Zaman, who will oversee a thorough investigation of the incident. The committee has 48 hours to complete its inquiry and present its findings to the CM. This swift action follows widespread protests by students at the college after allegations of sexual assault surfaced on social media, sparking outrage. During these protests, several clashes occurred between students, security personnel, and the police, which resulted in injuries to both students and law enforcement officers. In response to the chaos, the authorities took quick steps to address the situation. Interestingly, ...

Islamabad Prepares for Key SCO Summit with World Leaders

14Oct

By Aqsa Azam1 Comment

Global, Pakistan

Islamabad Prepares for Key SCO Summit with World Leaders

Islamabad is in focus as top leaders from eight countries, including China and Russia, gather for the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) summit. The SCO summit is expected to address pressing regional issues, including economic cooperation, security, and counter-terrorism. Islamabad is gearing up to host a major diplomatic event this week as leaders from eight countries. The leaders from China, Russia, and more will gather for the 23rd Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit. The SCO summit, starting on Wednesday, will see participation from top officials of some of the world's most powerful nations. Among the key attendees are Chinese Premier Li Qiang and Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin. Both of these are expected to play central roles in discussions that will ...