Pakistan has explored global child protection practices at the ISPCAN 2026 World Congress in Melbourne, seeking international experience that could help strengthen the country’s child protection system
PIMS Nursery Fire Raises Questions Over Hospital Safety
The PIMS nursery fire in Islamabad has resulted in a devastating loss of newborn lives, with 14 infants reportedly dying after a fire broke out in the gynaecology ward of the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS).
Pakistan Highlights Child Protection at Global Conference
Pakistan has reaffirmed its commitment to child protection at the Global Conference on Child Protection in Melbourne, where a high-level Pakistani delegation participated in discussions on strengthening child rights
US Visa Appointments Rescheduled as Consular Training Begins
The US visa appointments process is facing temporary disruptions worldwide as the State Department adjusts embassy and consulate schedules to accommodate a new training programme for consular officers.
NADRA Facial Verification Plan Faces New SIM Verification Debate
Pakistan’s proposed NADRA facial verification system for SIM issuance has entered a new phase after the National Database and Registration Authority clarified that it has not abandoned facial recognition technology
Sleepwalker Malware Hides Until It Receives a Secret Signal
A newly discovered Windows backdoor called Sleepwalker malware is raising concerns among security researchers because of its unusual ability to remain inactive until it receives a specially crafted network signal
Imran Khan Hospital Transfer Sparks Senate Clash
The Imran Khan hospital transfer has triggered a fresh political dispute between the government and Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), with both sides exchanging strong arguments in the Senate.
US Sanctions on Iran Escalate Economic Pressure
The latest US sanctions on Iran mark another escalation in Washington’s long-running campaign to pressure Tehran. US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced a new set of measures described as Operation Economic Outcast
Qatar Pushes for US-Iran Talks
Qatar has stepped up diplomatic efforts to revive US-Iran talks, with Doha saying its officials are in daily contact with both Washington and Tehran. Qatari Foreign Ministry spokesperson Majed Al Ansari said the country




