Looking for a Paid Internship? Here’s a New Opportunity
Bank Alfalah has opened applications for its ALFA LEAD Summer Internship Program 2026, offering paid internship opportunities to university students across Pakistan. The six- to eight-week internship is designed to give students practical work experience in the banking sector. Interns will work with experienced professionals on real projects and learn
FPSC Announces Key Dates for CSS 2027
The Federal Public Service Commission (FPSC) has announced the schedule for the CSS 2027 examination, giving aspiring civil servants the key dates for registration and exams. According to the FPSC, the CSS examination process will begin with registration for the MCQ-Based Preliminary Test (MPT), which is compulsory for all candidates
Pakistan Eyes Turkish Maritime Investment
Pakistan has invited Turkish investors to tap into a wide range of opportunities in its maritime sector, as Islamabad pushes to modernise its ports and position itself as a regional hub for trade, logistics and the blue economy. Speaking at the 5th Maritime Summit in Istanbul, Federal Minister for Maritime
HEC Unveils New Portal for Overseas Scholars
ISLAMABAD: The Higher Education Commission (HEC) has launched the Global Scholars Network (GSN), a digital platform designed to connect Pakistani diaspora academics, researchers, professionals, and international experts with universities across the country. Developed by the National Academy of Higher Education (NAHE), the platform will serve as a central hub for
Women’s Mobile Internet Usage Reaches 53pc
Pakistan recorded the fastest reduction in the mobile Internet gender gap among 14 low- and middle-income countries surveyed by the GSMA Mobile Gender Gap Report 2026. The gap narrowed sharply from 25% in 2024 to just 8% in 2025, as women’s mobile Internet usage increased from 45% to 53%, while
Mahrang-linked Attaullah is mastermind behind Jiwani attack
Another suicide bomber associated with Mahrang Lango turned out to be the mastermind of attack on Jiwani security check-post in Baluchistan on Friday. According to sources, the suicide bomber who has been identified as Attaullah, son of Gaaji Khan, resident of Adarna. He has been listed in a missing persons
IPP appoints Sardar Tanveer as AJK president
The Istehkam-e-Pakistan Party (IPP) has announced Sardar Tanveer as its new president for Azad Jammu and Kashmir on Friday. In this connection an official notification, said that former AJK prime minister Sardar Tanveer Ilyas has been appointed as President, and Nisar Ansar Abdali is named as the General Secretary of
Unauthorized Quadcopter Downed in Rawalpindi-Islamabad, Owner Arrested
ISLAMABAD: Security authorities brought down an unauthorized quadcopter using soft-kill measures after it was flown without permission in the Rawalpindi-Islamabad area, sources said. According to the sources, the quadcopter belonged to a private citizen who reportedly operated the device as a hobby. The aircraft was detected and neutralized through non-destructive
Iran Praises Pakistan’s Mediation, Affirms Strong Bilateral Ties
TEHRAN: Iran has expressed gratitude to Pakistan for its diplomatic role, with Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmail Baghaei saying the strong bond between the two neighboring countries reflects a longstanding relationship built on mutual trust and respect. Speaking to the media, Baghaei said the affection between the people and governments of
Security Post Targeted in Terror Attack in Jiwani, 4 Militants Killed
QUETTA: Security forces repelled a militant attack on an anti-smuggling checkpoint in the Panwan area of Jiwani, officials said, with four attackers reportedly killed during the exchange of fire. According to security sources, the post had been established on a key route used to curb smuggling activities. Officials said the
