Lessons from America’s AI policy
Pakistan treats AI largely as a software and skills initiative on grounds of energy crisis…
Lessons from America’s AI policy
Pakistan treats AI largely as a software and skills initiative on grounds of energy crisis and lack of HPC centres ISLAMABAD: In March 2026, the White House published a new policy framework for Artificial Intelligence (AI), comprising a set of legislative recommendations for the US Congress. It reflects the current administration’s philosophy that AI regulation…
Oil tankers steer clear of Hormuz ahead of US blockade
Shipping vessels and oil tankers line up on the eastern coast of Singapore in July 2015. PHOTO: REUTERS Oil tankers are steering clear of the Strait of Hormuz ahead of a US blockade later on Monday following failed peace talks between the US and Iran over the weekend, shipping data showed. US President Donald Trump…
Police officer martyred, four injured in attack on polio team in K-P
CM Afridi, Governor Kundi condemn the attack, calling it a cowardly act, vowing full support and best medical care DERA ISMAIL KHAN: A police officer was martyred and four others injured on Monday when gunmen opened fire on personnel deployed to protect polio vaccination teams in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa’s Hangu, police confirmed to The Express Tribune. According…
Financialisation of business firm
Goal of these companies is maximising shareholder value via dividend disbursement View of business offices and under construction residential apartments in Karachi, Pakistan September 23, 2025 Photo: Reuters LAHORE: A business firm is said to be financialised when it involves in financial activities. In other words, a business firm permanently expands its financial activities. This…
Australia appoints woman to lead its army for the first time
Susan Coyle becomes Australia’s first female army chief in a historic military leadership shift Newly appointed Chief of Army Lieutenant General Susan Coyle poses for photographers after a press conference at Parliament House in Canberra, Australia, April 13, 2026. PHOTO: REUTERS Australia on Monday said a woman would lead its army for the first time…
‘Upgraded’ Safari train chugs off from Pindi
Minister to upgrade passenger train booking, fully digitize freight booking to boost efficiency and cut interference. PHOTO: FILE RAWALPINDI: Federal Minister for Railways Hanif Abbasi on Sunday inaugurated the upgraded Safari Tourist Train from Rawalpindi to the historic destination of Attock Khurd while outlining a series of measures aimed at reviving Pakistan Railways. The inauguration…
Road accidents: a massive economic challenge
Over 90% of freight, 95% of passenger traffic moves by road; accidents are dangerous and unaffordable KARACHI: Road accidents in Pakistan have become a persistent national tragedy – one that unfolds daily on our highways, city streets and rural roads. Beyond the heartbreaking loss of life, these accidents impose a massive and often overlooked economic…
Pakistan turns rivals into negotiators
Experts say it is not the first time country found itself at the centre of a geopolitical breakthrough KARACHI: After almost six weeks of conflict between the United States, Israel, and Iran, Islamabad brokered a two-week ceasefire, maintaining a careful balancing act throughout, avoiding alignment with either side while quietly working to open channels for…
Confab on prison reforms in June
ISLAMABAD: Amid PTI’s protests over the lack of legitimate rights for its detained leaders, the National Judicial Policy Making Committee (NJPMC), comprising all chief justices, has announced it will organise a National Conference on the “Prison Reforms Action Plan” in June to promote stakeholder engagement and policy dialogue as part of an inclusive reform process….
Zardari greets Iraq’s new president
. ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari on Sunday congratulated Nizar Amidi on his election as president of the Republic of Iraq, conveying his best wishes for success in the new role, Radio Pakistan reported. In his message, the president expressed confidence that “under President Amidi’s leadership, Iraq would continue its efforts towards stability, progress and…
