Shikra Passport Tracking – A Bold Step for Digital Governance
In a major technological leap for public services, Pakistan has launched the cutting-edge Shikra system, a real-time passport tracking and monitoring platform designed to modernize, streamline, and secure the country’s passport services. The inauguration took place on January 26, 2026, when Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi officially unveiled the system at the Directorate General of Immigration…
What the WPC Achieved in 2025 for Women’s Legislation
ISLAMABAD (DR HINA ZAFAR) The Women’s Parliamentary Caucus (WPC) has officially launched its Annual Report 2024–2025 at Parliament House, Islamabad, marking a key milestone in advancing women’s rights, gender equality, and female parliamentary participation. The event, led by MNA Syeda Shahida Rehmani and supported by UN Women, brought together parliamentarians, former women legislators, development partners,…
Hidden Facts About the World Economic Forum You Should Know
The World Economic Forum (WEF) is one of the most influential global institutions — yet it remains poorly understood to many. To the general public, it’s often just an annual gathering in Davos, Switzerland, where world leaders, CEOs, politicians, and intellectuals convene. But beyond the polished press releases and media coverage, there are several hidden…
Chinese Media on NA Speaker Ayaz Sadiq’s 3-Days Visit
ISLAMABAD (PNP Media Monitoring) National Assembly Speaker Sardar Ayaz Sadiq led a high-level Pakistani parliamentary delegation on a three-day official state visit to China (January 19–21) at the invitation of the Chairman of China’s National People’s Congress (NPC) Standing Committee, Zhao Leji. This visit occurred at an important moment — marking the 75th anniversary of…
How Iran Resists Starlink’s Overreach Successfully
Iran has taken an unprecedented step in modern digital control — it is actively jamming and restricting access to Starlink satellite internet, a technology that had emerged as one of the only avenues for Iranians to communicate with the outside world after a nationwide internet shutdown. From late December 2025 into January 2026, as millions…
Why Ahsan Iqbal’s IMF Exit Strategy Deserves Serious Attention
Federal Minister for Planning, Development, and Special Initiatives, Ahsan Iqbal, in a compelling opinion piece published in The News, charts a strategic and hopeful vision for Pakistan to exit its recurring dependence on the International Monetary Fund (IMF) — not through superficial fixes, but through deep structural reforms and a transformative economic agenda. His argument…
Islamabad Police Reshuffles 9 SHOs to Curb Rising Crime
ISLAMABAD (Czechangez Khan Jadoon): The Islamabad Police has announced a major reshuffle of Station House Officers (SHOs), replacing the leadership at nine police stations across the federal capital. A formal notification has been issued, marking a notable reorganisation within the city’s law enforcement framework as authorities move to enhance operational effectiveness and public safety. What…
The Urgent Call for Water Journalism in the 21st Century
Water is the lifeblood of our planet. From the tiniest microbe to the largest whale, every living thing depends on it. It nourishes crops, powers industries, sustains ecosystems, and supports every community on Earth. Yet despite its crucial role, water is facing unprecedented threats: climate change, pollution, overuse, and mismanagement are pushing this vital resource…
China, Venezuela, and Latin America’s Battle for Sovereignty
The recent dramatic turn of events in Venezuela — particularly the United States’ military covert operation that captured President Nicolás Maduro — has reverberated far beyond Latin America. Among the most consequential global responses has been China’s reaction. As Venezuela’s largest economic partner and a key geopolitical stakeholder, Beijing’s response reflects both long-standing principles of…
Why Latin America Remains Divided Over the Venezuela Crisis
The unfolding crisis in Venezuela has once again laid bare the profound political, ideological, and diplomatic rifts within Latin America — a region historically shaped by debates over sovereignty, foreign intervention, and national self-determination. What began as a prolonged humanitarian and political crisis in Caracas has exploded into an international dilemma following a dramatic U.S….
