Author: Osama Tabasam

Seven Pakistani ophthalmologists to serve in OIC mission in Niger

A senior OIC official announced that Pakistani ophthalmologists have been sent to Niger as part of an OIC mission on health and higher education for Africa. A committee of the OIC was established in 1981 during the Islamic Summit in Makkah. The organization’s primary objective is to enhance the technological and scientific capabilities of member states of the OIC.

Karachiites stunned as meteor spotted shooting through the sky 

A meteor in the southeastern region of Pakistan produced a spectacular display of flame trails as it raced across the sky. People took to social media to share videos that showed a fast-moving glowing object in the sky that soon vanished. Some also reported hearing a loud explosion accompanying the gleaming object.

India prohibits singer Gippy Grewal from visiting Pakistan

The Indian immigration authorities reportedly stopped Gippy Grewal at the Atari border on Friday. He was prevented from entering Pakistan through the Wagah border. The singer was scheduled to visit Kartarpur, so arrangements were made for his arrival at the border. He was to leave for Kartarpur (Narowal) at 9:30 am and return to Lahore by 3:30 pm. 

Sharmeen Obaid is set to make a documentary based on Pakistan’s cricket

Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy, a filmmaker who has won two Oscars for documentaries, will collaborate with the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on a project. The Oscar-winning director wrote on her Instagram account, “We’re excited to share Pakistan cricket with the world at the start of the HBL PSL.”  She is producing a documentary about Pakistan’s 70-year journey in cricket. 

Indian govt purchases Israeli spyware Pegasus to target its neighbor under $2bn deal, report

The Indian government under Narendra Modi purchased Israeli spyware Pegasus back in 2017 as part of a $2-billion defense package. Tel Aviv sold the powerful spy tool to many countries, turning it over to nationalist leaders around the world. The spying tool was sold to Poland, Hungary, and India despite the poor human rights records of these countries.

Pakistani-Canadian opens 22 ‘multicultural free libraries’ in Canada to promote different cultures

In a bid to promote Pakistani culture and other cultures in Canada, Pakistani National Syed Najam Hassan has established outdoor multicultural free libraries. New immigrants like Syed Najam Hassan faced some challenges in Calgary when they arrived in 2009. He noticed that new immigrants coming from different countries in Canada are having difficulty finding books in their own languages.

Pakistan issues visa to Indian man to reunite with brother after 74 years

Sikka Khan has been granted a visa by Pakistan to visit his brother and family after a viral video captured their tearful reunion 74 years later. They were separated by the 1947 partition of India and Pakistan. Pakistan High Commission in India issued the Indian citizen a visa to facilitate his reunion with family in Pakistan.

Govt plans to launch Ehsaas Petrol Card for middle-class people 

The federal government plans to introduce the Ehsaas Petrol Card for motorcyclists so that they can purchase petrol at a subsidized price. Earlier this week, Shaukat Tarin chaired the meeting of the Macro-Economic Advisory Group (MEAG) at the Finance Division. Three points were discussed, including ideas to support middle-class families against high inflation.

PM Khan introduces reforms in British-era justice system for the first time since 1908

Pakistan’s prime minister has announced massive reforms to the over 115-year-old criminal British-era justice system. It would revolutionize Pakistan’s justice system, ensuring speedy justice for the common man. It would also strengthen the rule of law in the nation. The Prime Minister announced reforms yesterday at an event at PM House.

Rida Zainab set world record by writing Pakistan National Anthem in 50 different languages

Rida Zainab is a living example of Pakistan’s history who translated the National Anthem into 50 different languages. She is also the first Pakistani author to write about animal rights. The National Anthem of Pakistan has themes like hope, unity, faith, and patriotism because Islam stands for peace and security.