Gilgit (PR) In a statement issued to the media on Monday, the Special Assistant for Irrigation and Water Management to the Chief Minister of Gilgit-Baltistan (G-B) Hussain Shah has said that the timely an appropriate increase in wheat prices has successfully averted the risk of a food crisis in G-B. According to the statement, the…
Our inspirational story today features Asiya Wahab, who hails from the Gulmuti valley in Punial Tehsil, Ghizer district, Gilgit-Baltistan. Asiya Wahab has excelled in the Gilgit-Baltistan Competitive Exams (2021–22) in her first attempt and has been appointed to the position of Tehsildar. Her journey symbolizes not only dedication and resilience but also a profound commitment…
Gilgit (PR): Chaired by Provincial Minister Gilgit-Baltistan (G-B) Ghulam Muhammad, an important consultative meeting took place on Friday in Gilgit city to formulate a sustainable solution to the wheat shortage in the region. The consultative meeting was attended by the members of GB Legislative Assembly, Grand Jirga, and representatives of the Awami Action Committee. Food…
Karachi (Ibex News): Following the directives of the Chief Minister of Gilgit-Baltistan, Special Assistant to Chief Minister, Hussain Shah, traveled to Karachi to visit Roshan Bibi, the courageous daughter of the nation injured in the Hudar tragedy. In a heartfelt gesture, he presented a bouquet to the brave survivor and extended prayers for her swift…
Goharabad (Hussain Gohar): Tehsildar Tariq Lalik Jan Sub-division Punial visited the damaged irrigation channel in Goharabad on Thursday, promising to address serious concerns over the recurring issues faced by the local agricultural community. The water channel, crucial for irrigation purposes, has been consistently damaged, posing a significant threat to the livelihoods of the villagers. The…
By Israruddin Israr The Child Marriage Restraint Act of 1929 in Pakistan criminalizes marriages involving individuals under the age of 16 for girls and under 18 for boys. Pakistan, having endorsed international conventions on children’s rights, recognizes marriages below the age of 18 for boys and 16 for girls as a violation of fundamental rights….
Gilgit (C.R Akbar Shah): In a meeting held in the capital city Gilgit, the transport minister Gilgit-Baltistan (G-B) Haji Rehmat Khaliq approved a recommended 5% reduction in transport fare for diesel vehicles and 3% for petrol vehicles, after consulting with stakeholders.. Officials from the departments of transport, finance, excise and taxation along with representatives from…
By Shajeea Kanjiani Aristotle proclaimed over two millennia ago that “Man is by nature a social animal.” In managing life’s challenges, humans require a sense of belonging and support. Likewise, finding contentment and joy is linked to one’s connection with their environment. This emphasizes the importance of family, relatives, and friends, as crucial sources of…
By Shajeea Kanjiani When we hear the term competition, it typically evokes thoughts of two or more people striving for similar objectives, where success for one implies the loss for others. The fear of being deemed a failure is inherent in human nature as the desire to excel in our work often takes precedence over…
By Ramish Khan The constant flow of news, information, and the unceasing barrage of social media updates regarding the ongoing attacks on Palestinians disturb my senses. My heart aches to the core, and my throat is so heavy that taking a breath feels like a thorn in it. I am utterly drained and disheartened by…