Paris, France (Younas Khan) __ Ali Akbar, France’s last newspaper hawker and a native of Pakistan, has been awarded the National Order of Merit by President Emmanuel Macron in a ceremony held at the Élysée Palace, the French presidency announced. Ali Akbar has spent decades selling newspapers on the streets of Paris, becoming a familiar and respected figure known for...
Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif Meets EU Ambassador to Pakistan; Discusses Investment and Enhanced Bilateral Cooperation
European Union Ambassador to Pakistan, Raymonds Karoblis, met with Prime Minister Mian Muhammad Shahbaz Sharif to discuss enhancing bilateral relations, focusing on trade and investment cooperation. They also reviewed the upcoming EU–Pakistan Business Forum and the GSP+ monitoring process, emphasizing the importance of ongoing engagement and compliance. Senior officials attended.
Pakistan’s Undocumented Economy: An Alarming Imbalance with Global Consequences
Pakistan is confronting a deeply troubling economic reality that receives far less attention than fiscal deficits, IMF programmes, or exchange-rate volatility. The real structural crisis lies in the extraordinary imbalance between the documented and undocumented segments of the economy. At present, Pakistan’s documented economy is estimated at around 400 billion dollars, while the undocumented economy is believed to exceed 1,000...
RIUJ Election Results Announcement Becomes a Historic Moment for Journalists.
Rawalpindi, (TW News) __ The announcement of election results of the Rawalpindi-Islamabad Union of Journalists (RIUJ) turned into a memorable moment in the history of journalism as hundreds of journalists gathered to witness the event. Due to the limited capacity of the National Press Club hall, a large number of journalists were compelled to stand in the courtyard to hear...
NFST Makes History at Alpe Adria Formula Student Virtual Competition.
Islamabad, (TW News) __ The NUST Formula Student Team (NFST) has achieved a landmark success at the Alpe Adria Formula Student Virtual Competition by becoming the first team from Pakistan to participate in the prestigious international event. Competing against teams from across the globe, NFST secured first position among all Asian teams, marking a proud moment for the country. The...
EU–India Partnership Whitewashes India’s Authoritarian Slide and EscalatingHuman Rights Catastrophe.
London, 28th January 2026.(Dr. Muzzammil Ayyub Thakur) __ European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen’s recent portrayal of India as “the world’s largest democracy” and a pillar of “global stability, prosperity, and security”, coupled with her framing of the EU–India Security and Defence Partnership as a union between “the world’s two largest democracies”, is not merelyoptimistic rhetoric. It is a...
The Kashmir Conflict and the Reality of Crimes Against Humanity.
The United Nations Conference on Crimes Against Humanity seeks to address gaps in international law and enhance accountability for systematic violence against civilians. It emphasizes prevention, the role of civil society, and the importance of multilateral cooperation. The Kashmir situation exemplifies the urgent need for proactive measures and victim-centered justice.
President Asif Ali Zardari Meets AD Ports Group Delegation, Discusses Investment in Pakistan.
During his visit to the UAE, President Asif Ali Zardari met with Captain Mohamed Juma Al Shamisi of AD Ports Group to discuss investment opportunities and economic cooperation. Highlighting the importance of the group's investments in Karachi Port, they explored enhancing port infrastructure and promoting trade, also welcoming a new representative office in Islamabad.
Sikhs Reaffirm Independence Goal and Reject Indian Colonialism.
Paris, (Younas Khan) __ Marking the 40th anniversary of the Sikh nation’s historic decision to liberate its homeland in Indian-controlled Punjab, in the form of an independent sovereign state of Khalistan, Sikhs across the world, from Amritsar to London and elsewhere, have reaffirmed their commitment to that lawful and legitimate goal. Article 1 of the International Covenant on Civil and...
President Asif Ali Zardari Meets UAE Minister Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak in Abu Dhabi, Reaffirms Commitment to Tolerance and Peaceful Coexistence.
Abu Dhabi, (Tahir Munir Tahir) __ President of Pakistan, Asif Ali Zardari, during his official visit to the United Arab Emirates, met with the UAE Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence, Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, in Abu Dhabi. The meeting reaffirmed the shared commitment of both countries to promoting tolerance, dialogue, inclusion, and peaceful coexistence. During the meeting, emphasis...