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Internal power struggle over mining wealth fuels unrest in northern Afghanistan

The conflict stems from a domestic rivalry between the Kandahari leadership and the Haqqani Network over control of the country's vast mineral wealth.

Health experts urge stronger infection control measures during International Infection Prevention Week 2026

Stronger measures aim to reduce hospital stays, lower pressure on healthcare systems, and help combat the rise of antimicrobial resistance.

Australian politician Helen Haines critically ill after car strike in Victoria

Punjab government opens applications for next phase of Honhaar Scholarship Program

The scholarship is open to students with a Punjab domicile and no age or gender restrictions, provided they meet specific income and merit criteria.

International Islamic University Islamabad opens admissions for language and certificate courses

The university offers discounted rates for current and former students to gain proficiency in languages like Chinese and Persian.

Wajiha Qamar meets UN World Food Programme to boost girls' education

The meeting aims to use school meal initiatives to improve nutritional health and increase educational participation for children in Pakistan.

Mohsin Naqvi highlights Pakistan's role in regional peace at Doha forum

The Interior Minister underscored Pakistan's mediation efforts between Iran and the United States as part of a broader regional security strategy.

Dr Rajeh Tami Albugamy meets Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir at GHQ

The meeting follows the recent signing of a joint defence alliance between Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Turkiye to bolster regional security.

Dow University of Health Sciences opens admissions for nursing degree programs

Prospective students can apply online for undergraduate and post-graduate nursing tracks starting in mid-October to secure seats in the healthcare sector.

Pakistan Interior Minister urges patience for US-Iran peace in Doha

Naqvi highlighted the need for sustained trust as regional tensions persist despite ongoing drone interceptions and maritime security concerns.

Punjab government to conduct school census for 2026–27 academic year

The provincial government will train thousands of educators and officials to prepare for the data collection across 38,000 schools.

Pakistan Institute of Management launches professional diploma programs in Lahore

The new courses offer specialised training in project management and supply chains to help professionals enhance their career skills.

Jazz and Samsung Electronics sign strategic partnership to expand AI smartphone access

The collaboration introduces instalment plans and trade-in programs to lower the cost of 5G-enabled devices and Galaxy AI features for Pakistani users.

Pakistan secures Gauth AI subscriptions and TikTok technology for education

The initiative aims to modernise the Daanish schools network by providing teachers and students with advanced artificial intelligence tools.

Shehbaz Sharif orders accelerated FBR reforms and faceless tax rollout

The move aims to widen the tax base and eliminate corruption through a technological overhaul and a new peer rating system for officials.

Sarina Wiegman signs two-year contract extension with England women's team

The deal secures the manager's leadership through the 2029 European Championship as the squad prepares for a crucial World Cup qualifying play-off.

Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb chairs meeting on Pakistan gas sector restructuring roadmap

The roadmap addresses circular debt and cross-subsidies while drawing on international experiences from Türkiye and the United Kingdom.

Sindh High Court quashes most censorship cuts for film Ghost School

The ruling allows filmmakers to preserve creative content after the provincial board demanded the removal of specific dialogue and scenes.

Lahore Safari Park opens Pakistan's first giraffe café for visitors

The new facility allows guests to interact with the animals while enjoying refreshments as part of a broader park renovation.

Air University hosts international conference on statistics and AI technology

Speakers highlighted the need to utilize data for national development and innovation while expanding academic programs to include creative technologies.

China's Guangdong men's hockey team arrives in Pakistan for 13-day tour

The visiting Chinese side will face several prominent departmental teams and a Pakistan under-18 squad to test regional talent.

Pakistan squash players compete in Venus ABC Open 2026 in Karachi

The PSA Copper event features a combined prize purse of $82,000 as international athletes gather for the World Tour competition.

Japan plans to restrict digital-only textbooks for primary school students

The move aims to preserve handwriting skills and monitor the impact of screen time on children's eyesight and academic progress.

Quantinuum researchers achieve record low error rates on Helios-1 quantum computer

The breakthrough demonstrates that increasing physical qubit counts can significantly improve the reliability of logical qubits for scalable computing.