Earth Scan Systems has received the Award of Excellence in Agri-Tech Innovation at Pakistan Agro Show 2026 in Lahore. CEO Dr Mobushir Riaz Khan expressed his delight as the company showcased 12 technology-driven agricultural solutions.
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Pakistan’s Economic Decline: Population Growth and Policy Choices Behind the Growing Gap
Rashid Langrial has highlighted how population growth, education and policy decisions have shaped the economic trajectories of Pakistan, India and Bangladesh. His analysis argues that Pakistan's future depends on better choices and investment in human development.
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Sitara Innovations Presents My Digital Care to 300+ Participants at Faisalabad Medical College
Sitara Innovations has introduced its My Digital Care platform to more than 300 medical students, faculty members, doctors and management representatives in Faisalabad. The presentation highlighted the potential of digital technology and AI to improve patient care and expand healthcare access.
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Kashmir: Agricultural Lands of Activists Attached in Handwara Under UAPA
Agricultural lands belonging to activists in Handwara have reportedly been attached under India's UAPA, according to a statement by Altaf Hussain Wani. The reported action has raised concerns over property rights, livelihoods and civil liberties in Indian-administered Jammu and Kashmir.
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TFN Delegation Participates in ADB’s Trade and Logistics Competitiveness Assessment Workshop in Islamabad.
Trade Facilitation Network (TFN) has called for integrated trade and logistics reforms to strengthen Pakistan’s export competitiveness at an Asian Development Bank workshop in Islamabad.
The network emphasised improved institutional coordination, digital connectivity, efficient cargo movement and measurable outcomes to reduce shipment costs and delays.
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Federal Judicial Academy and UNICEF Launch Model Child Court to Advance
ISLAMABAD, (TW NEW) – Pakistan has taken an important step towards strengthening children’s access to justice with the inauguration of an Interactive Resource Centre (IRC) and Model Child Court at the Federal Judicial Academy (FJA) in Islamabad. The facility will provide a permanent, practical learning environment for judicial professionals, demonstrating how justice systems can better...
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Field Marshal Asim Munir Visits Peshawar Corps Headquarters, Reviews Security Situation
Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir visited Peshawar Corps Headquarters on October 23, 2026, to review the security situation, counterterrorism operations and border management measures. He praised the professionalism of troops and stressed continued vigilance and operational readiness.
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Pakistan Must Act Now to Avoid Missing the AI Revolution, Says Dr Umar Saif
Former caretaker IT minister Dr Umar Saif has warned that Pakistan could miss the artificial intelligence revolution. He cited 640 funded AI companies in India compared with just four in Pakistan.
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Pakistan Withdraws Two Trade Waivers, Raising Concerns Over Regional Connectivity
Pakistan has withdrawn two trade waivers affecting Iranian-origin imports and Central Asian goods transported through Iran. The decisions could increase compliance costs and create delays for regional shipments.
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Punjab Farmers Overuse Urea While Neglecting Phosphorus and Potash, Survey Finds
A survey of 400 smallholder farmers in Punjab has revealed an imbalance in fertiliser use, with urea application 25–30% above recommended levels. DAP use is 40–60% below recommendations, while more than 97% of respondents reportedly do not use potash fertilisers.