Tue, 21-Oct-2025

FM Jilani stresses youth empowerment to tackle climate change

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Foreign Affairs Jalil Abbas Jilani was chairing a meeting on climate change. He stressed on empowering youth to tackle climate change challenge. Foreign Minister Jalil Abbas Jilani met British Minister Lord Tariq Ahmad. LONDON: Interim Minister for Foreign Affairs Jalil Abbas Jilani on Wednesday stressed the need to empower the youth of the Commonwealth nations … Read more

Caretaker FM stresses on investing in youth’s potential for prosperous Commonwealth

Commonwealth youth

The 10th Commonwealth Youth Ministerial Meeting Plenary Session was held in London. Caretaker Foreign Minister Jalil Abbas Jilani chaired the ministerial meeting. He appreciated Commonwealth members for dedicating this year to youth-led development. LONDON: Caretaker Foreign Minister Jalil Abbas Jilani on Tuesday stressed upon creation of an enabling environment for the young people to succeed … Read more

Young man’s body recovered after drainage explosion in Karachi’s Lasbela

Lasbela explosion

KARACHI: The body of a young man, who went missing after an explosion in sewerage line in Lasbela area a day earlier, has been recovered. The body of Arieb was recovered from the debris after frantic efforts for several hours after he went missing for several hours. Speaking to media, his uncle said they requested … Read more

President stresses youth to benefit from technology advancement

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  • ICMA launched Digital Academy in partnership with TFG.
  • Alvi highlighted importance of ICMA Digital Academy’s plans.
  • He said ICMA has been active in developing professionals.

ISLAMABAD:  President Dr Arif Alvi has stressed the youth to benefit from the technology advancement and offer their services globally to increase technology exports of the country.

“We have a youth bulge in our country and that youth bulge must be linked intellectually with the rest of the world. If it is not done, we will miss a great opportunity available to our country,” President Alvi said in his video message to a virtual inauguration of the Institute of Cost and Management Accountants (ICMA) Digital Academy.

ICMA launched the Digital Academy in partnership with the London-based The FinTech Group (TFG).

ICMA Digital Academy is incorporated in the UK with a mission to develop the job-ready workforce of the future in Pakistan with globally in-demand digital skills.

President highlighted the importance of the ICMA Digital Academy’s plans to help the youth bulge in the country offer their services globally. He reminded the audience that young adults are very keen on learning new technologies and on interacting with global customers in a professional manner.

He described the strategic shift taking place around us in terms of the new jobs of the future and the way many of these services will be rendered in future. Pointing to the increased acceptability of remote work in many of the jobs of the future, the President indicated that this provides a tremendous opportunity to the talented young adults of Pakistan to interact virtually with the users of their services without any geographical limitations

He reminded the country about the speed of change taking place around the world and the need for Pakistan to get on the train faster. In this context, he congratulated ICMA for its timely launch of the ICMA Digital Academy.

President Alvi said that ICMA has been active in developing professionals in management accounting to serve the needs of the country for a very long time. But in tomorrow’s world it will be possible for accountants to expand their reach well beyond Pakistan and start serving the needs of users globally, thereby increasing the country’s digital exports and enhancing economic prosperity.

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PM expresses sorrow over loss of 12 lives in Rawalpindi

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  • PM prayed to Allah Almighty to rest departed souls in peace.
  • He directed local administration to remain on high alert.
  • He said youth always excelled whenever given opportunities.

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif expressed deep sorrow and grief over the loss of 12 lives due to heavy rain near Golra Mor, Peshawar Road here.

The prime minister prayed to Allah Almighty to rest the departed souls in eternal peace and grant courage to the bereaved families to bear this loss with fortitude.

He directed the local administration to remain on high alert due to heavy rains in the twin cities of Rawalpindi and Islamabad.

Earlier,  Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif said the country’s youth always proved their mettle at the international level whenever provided the right opportunities.

In a tweet, he mentioned his yesterday’s launch of a youth sports initiative programme aimed at converging the energies of youth towards a positive direction.

PM Sharif expressed confidence that youth would excel under the patronage of the Prime Minister’s Youth Sports Initiative.

He pointed out the shortage of facilities for sportsmen in the country to compete in the games at the international level. The programme would promote sports across the country through the training of talented youth, he added.

The prime minister hoped that future governments would ensure the continuity of the programme in best interest of the youth.

Shehbaz Sharif a day earlier launched multiple initiatives for promoting sports culture and welfare of the sports persons including the Rs 5 billion Pakistan Sports Endowment Fund with seed money of Rs 5 billion.

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Criminal record of youth killed by police firing revealed

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The deceased Amir Nisar Hussain had a criminal record He was arrested three years ago in a robbery and arms case Amir Hussain was shot dead in police firing KARACHI: The criminal record of Amir Hussain, who was killed in police firing in Gulistan-Jauhar, has been revealed, Bol News reported. According to reports, Aamir Nisar … Read more

Three policemen arrested for shooting youth in Karachi

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Three policemen have been arrested for killing a youth The cops instructed the motorcyclists to stop but they refused The deceased was identified as Amir Hussain KARACHI: Three policemen were arrested on Tuesday after a youth was shot dead for allegedly speeding away when they signaled him to stop, BOL News reported. The incident occurred … Read more

Mariah Carey’s new children’s book draws inspiration from youth  

Mariah Carey's

For the record, she is 52 years old according to the Gregorian calendar. More importantly, she claims that her spirit is 12 years old. “Carey started writing poetry and music to express her emotions.  Mariah Carey wants you to know that she will always be twelve. Please put this down on paper, she requests. This … Read more

Seven arrested after youth falls off high-rise building in Karachi

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KARACHI: Police have taken seven people into custody after a university student died after falling off the 17th floor of a multi-story building under mysterious circumstances. The deceased youth was identified as 28-year-old Adil Masood Khan, who fell from a high-rise building located in Do Darya, Phase 8 in DHA on Sunday. Rescue workers and … Read more

Indian troops martyr another Kashmiri youth in IOK

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SRINAGAR: Indian troops in another act of state terrorism martyred one youth in Baramulla district of In Indian illegally occupied Jammu and Kashmir. The troops martyred the youth during a cordon and search operation in Wanigam Bala area on Saturday evening. In a statement in Srinagar, All Parties Hurriyat Conference General Secretary, Molvi Bashir Ahmad … Read more

Innovative youth ideas to be included in policymaking: PM

The prime minister launched the Innovation Hub in Islamabad.

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said the government would set up special cells for talented youth at all ministries to encourage them to work on their innovative ideas for national policymaking. Addressing at the launch of Innovation Hub, the prime minister said the step aimed at encouraging the youth to involve in national development. Being … Read more

Pakistan to contribute towards Commonwealth objectives: PM

PM Shehbaz

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said Pakistan is ready to contribute to the collective endeavours of the Commonwealth of Nations for development of the youth. The prime minister released a video message to the ongoing Commonwealth Foreign Affairs Ministerial Meeting at Kigali, Rwanda. Minister for State Hina Rabbani Khar is leading Pakistan’s delegation to the … Read more

10-year-old child was detained for allegedly sending threatening texts, mass shooting in Florida

According to authorities, a 10-year-old fifth-grade Florida child was detained on Saturday and charged with making a written threat to commit a mass shooting. The School Threat Enforcement Team was promptly contacted and began analytical research after the juvenile suspect, a pupil at Patriot Elementary School in Cape Coral, Florida, allegedly texted the threatening text. … Read more

Selena Gomez discusses mental health in an inspiring speech at the White House

Selena Gomez

Selena Gomez discussed “destigmatizing” mental health while speaking about her own struggles at the White House’s Mental Health Youth Action Forum on Wednesday. At the forum, which brought together young leaders working on creative ways to support mental health in America, the Only Murders in the Building actor began her speech with her own journey … Read more

Zindigi brings financial empowerment to youth

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LAHORE: Zindigi signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the University of Education to increase financial literacy and promote financial inclusion across all campuses of the varsity, a statement said. Kiran Faisal, head of operations of Zindigi and Prof Talat N Pasha, vice chancellor of the University of Education signed the agreement. Senior members from … Read more

Steps being taken to promote skill-based education: President Alvi

President Arif Alvi on Tuesday said steps are being taken to promote professional and skill-based education in the country to help provide employment to the youth. He was talking to a delegation of Professional Education Foundation (PEF) led by its chairman Hafeez-ul-Haq in Islamabad. The president underscored the need for promoting virtual education which is … Read more

Representation of women, youth is essential for effective LG system, says PM Imran

PM Imran Khan

Prime Minister Imran Khan on Thursday stressed that in order to ensure the effectiveness of the local government system, representation of all segments particularly women, youth, farmers and businessmen was important. Read more: Business-friendly policies make Pakistan most attractive destination: PM Imran Chairing a meeting on upcoming local body elections in Punjab, he said a functional … Read more

LHC forms body to curb drugs’ sale in educational institutions

Drug use on the rise in educational institutions, says Sindh Education Minister

LAHORE: The Lahore High Court on a petition filed against the sale of drugs in educational institutions has formed a committee to devise an action plan to curb the menace. The petitioner, on Friday, pointed out that the rampant sale of drugs in educational institutions was a matter of concern as the menace would destroy … Read more

Govt focused to provide sports facilities to youth: PM Imran Khan

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ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Imran Khan reiterated on Saturday that the provision of sports facilities to youth was one of the top priorities of the government. “The government is focused to provide sports facilities to youth,” said the premier while chairing a high-level meeting on the National Sports Policy and Overhauling of Sports Governance Structure in … Read more

Technology transfer, opportunities for youth govt’s top priority: PM

Pandora Papers: PM Imran orders probe into 'ill-gotten wealth of elites'

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Imran Khan has said that technology transfer, strong partnerships among educational institutions, industrial sector and government and creating a suitable environment for youth was the top priority of the government. Chairing a high-level meeting regarding the setting up of special technology zones in the country, the prime minister directed to provide all … Read more

Over 3,000 persons recruited against 6% Balochistan quota in three years

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ISLAMABAD: Advisor to Prime Minister on Parliamentary Affairs Dr Babar Awan on Thursday informed National Assembly that a total 3,049 recruitments were made against six per cent Balochistan quota during the last three years in the federal government departments. Replying to a question raised by MNA Agha Hasan Baloch regarding number of jobs provided to … Read more

Youth should be equipped with skill-based education: official

Tevta

ISLAMABAD: The Technical Education and Vocational Training Authority (Tevta) secretary Rai Manzoor Nasir on Thursday stressed for promoting skill-based education training for youth, which would decrease the rate of unemployment. He expressed these views on the eve of the “World Youth Skills Day”, which is being celebrated on July 15 every year, with the aim … Read more

New Year 2021; PM posts inspirational message for Pakistani youth

New Year 2021

Prime Minister PM Imran Khan has posted an inspirational message for Pakistani youth on Instagram ahead of New Year 2021. Imran Khan shared his insight for the young minds around the world to foster encouragement and ingenuity for the New Year 2021. “Life goes in cycles, never in a straight line. Where one ends up … Read more

BBSYDP : A commendable project of Sindh government

BBSYDP

There is no doubt in the fact that the utilization of young minds in the best interest of Pakistan. Young minds have energy, passion, and acceptance for new innovative ideas, dreams and hope. Although Pakistan currently faces a number of challenges such as poverty, electricity crisis, and a lot more, however, the youth that is … Read more

PM Imran recommends reading Elif Shafak’s “The Forty Rules of Love”

PM Imran

Prime Minister Imran Khan has recommended the youth to read Elif Shafak’s “The Forty Rules of Love” in his attempt to bring them closer to Islam. According to the details, in an Instagram post, the prime minister Imran Khan said that the book had deeply inspired him as it was about divine love. “This October … Read more

Kamyab Jawan Program loan limit increased to Rs 25 million: Finance Advisor

Kamyab Jawan Program loan limit increased to Rs 25 million: Finance Advisor

Finance Advisor Abdul Hafeez Sheikh has said that more funds were released today for the Kamyab Jawan Program in 2019. According to details, Finance Advisor Abdul Hafeez Sheikh while addressing a press conference along with Special Assistant for Youth Affairs said that the government launched a Kamyab Jawan Program in 2019, which will provide loans … Read more

SAPM urges youth to become part of TIGER force

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Special Assistant to the Prime Minister on Information and Broadcasting Dr Firdous Ashiq Awan said on Thursday that Pakistani youth have always played a vital role in social service.   In a series of tweets, the SAPM said that Prime Minister Imran Khan entrusted the responsibility of delivering the essential items at the homes of … Read more

Education Minister asks youth to spread awareness on COVID-19

shafqat mahmood

Minister for Education and Professional Training, Shafqat Mehmood has called upon youth to play an active role in raising awareness among masses about Coronavirus outbreak through social media. Talking to a private news channel, he appealed the nation to impose self discipline and should not indulge in panic situation. The Minister said that youth have … Read more