Pakistan Bait-ul-Mal plans to deliver more than five million meal boxes during Ramadan across the country. The government agency will use mosques, schools and community centers as main distribution points. Mobile trucks will carry food to hard-to-reach areas where families need help most. Senator Captain Shaheen Khalid Butt leads the massive relief campaign under direct government orders. The effort targets Pakistan's poorest communities during the holy month.
The organization wants to help people become independent rather than rely on monthly handouts. Officials launched a test program with 15 people to teach job skills and support small businesses. Women receive six months of training at special centers to learn sewing and beauty...
Federal Minister Muhammad Hanif Abbasi made a surprise visit to Rawalpindi Railway Station. He bought a train ticket and traveled to Lahore as a regular passenger. The minister wanted to see firsthand what travelers experience on Pakistan Railways. He checked the station without telling anyone he was coming. Abbasi hoped to learn about real problems that passengers face every day.
The minister liked how clean the station looked during his inspection. He also approved of how the information desk was working. Abbasi looked at new food shops being built at the station. He told workers to finish building these shops quickly. The minister said making railways modern and friendly to people remains very important.
Abbasi spoke with railway...
Pakistan's top research institute marks a major milestone today. The Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad reaches its 52nd anniversary on June 30. The organization has shaped policy discussions for more than five decades. Leaders study foreign relations and security matters at the facility. Researchers have guided national decisions since the institute opened.
The think tank operates five different research centers that focus on specific regions and topics. Scientists examine China-Pakistan relations through one center. Another group studies Afghanistan and Middle Eastern affairs. Arms control experts work on disarmament issues. India specialists analyze regional politics.
ISSI partners with nearly 100 research organizations...
Security forces killed two terrorists during a military operation in Duki district. Balochistan Chief Minister Mir Sarfraz Bugti praised the successful mission against the militants. The dead fighters belonged to a group called Fitna al Hindustan that officials say receives support from India. Bugti called the operation a source of pride for the province. He said the professional action demonstrated effective security work.
The chief minister declared that terrorism will not be allowed anywhere in Balochistan territory. State forces continue to stop all enemy plans aimed at causing harm in the region. Security agencies remain alert and ready to counter threats from hostile groups. Bugti emphasized that government institutions work...
Zimbabwe will maintain adequate supplies of HIV medicines for patients throughout 2025. The country has already begun planning medication purchases for early 2026. Health Minister Douglas Mombeshora confirmed that government officials moved quickly after President Trump signed orders that could disrupt global medicine supplies. The nation acted fast to prevent shortages of life-saving treatments. Officials placed emergency orders with two different suppliers to ensure continuous access.
The government started 2025 with enough medicine stocks to last through June. Trump's executive order prompted immediate action from Zimbabwean health officials who worried about potential supply chain problems. New shipments began arriving three to...
People with disabilities learned beadwork skills through a new training program across three districts of Matabeleland South province. Maginess Ndlovu used Culture Fund money to teach these valuable craft techniques. The program helped residents from Insiza, Gwanda and Beitbridge districts develop economic independence. Participants created beautiful jewelry, handbags and clothing during their training sessions. The exhibition displayed their finished products for the local community.
Ndlovu designed the training specifically for people with different types of disabilities. Each participant learned methods that worked best for their individual needs and abilities. Many trainees said they can support their families and pay school fees...
Zimbabwean guitarist Clancy Mbirimi passed away Saturday. The veteran musician left behind a legacy spanning several decades. His death sent shockwaves through the country's music community. Fellow artist Clive Mono Mukundu leads efforts to honor his memory. The music world lost a talented performer who shaped local sounds.
Mbirimi played guitar for multiple bands during his career. He joined the famous Harare Mambos Junior group early on. The musician also performed with the well-known Mbare Trio. These groups helped define Zimbabwe's musical landscape. His guitar work influenced many younger artists.
The late guitarist worked alongside respected musicians throughout his career. James Chimombe performed with him during their Harare...
MWOS FC defeated Highlanders 1-0 at Babourfields Stadium on Sunday. The victory moved the newcomers back to first place in the Premier Soccer League standings. Highlanders recently dismissed head coach Kelvin Kaindu but could not turn around their poor form. The home team struggled defensively against visiting MWOS throughout most of the match. Lloyd Mutasa's squad scored the winning goal with fewer than 10 minutes remaining in the game.
The result helped MWOS capitalize on Saturday's draw from Simba Bhora. MWOS now leads the league table after completing 18 matches this season. Highlanders failed to keep a clean sheet at their home stadium. The visiting team maintained pressure on the defense for long periods. MWOS earned the crucial...
Zimbabwe's health ministry plans major reforms to help more people access blood when they need medical care. Officials want to lower costs and increase supplies at government hospitals across the country. Permanent Secretary Dr Aspect Maunganidze leads these efforts to save lives. The ministry focuses on making blood services work better for patients who cannot afford expensive treatments. Leaders promise that money problems will not prevent people from receiving life-saving blood.
Government workers currently run mobile blood collection programs to gather donations from citizens. These drives help maintain steady supplies during times when fewer people donate blood. Student donors usually provide much of the blood supply during school...
