Pakistan’s EPS Center says it will launch a tablet-based Ubiquitous-Based Test (UBT) system for EPS-TOPIK in 2026, replacing CBT. The upgrade adds AI facial recognition, secure offline networking, and built-in backup for reliable exams.
PESHAWAR: The Provincial Alliance welcomed a KP Assembly resolution calling to raise girls’ minimum marriage age to 18, urging the government to table the bill for cabinet and assembly approval.
NATIONALPM Shehbaz Sharif chaired business leaders’ talks, saying Pakistan’s economy is stabilised. He vowed export-led growth, promised budget incentives, ordered tax refunds by June 15, and kept export finance markup capped at 4.5% until June 2027.
On International Children’s Day, President Xi Jinping highlighted the need to nurture children’s moral, intellectual and physical development, citing rising myopia and sedentary habits and urging daily exercise.
Senator Mushahid Hussain Sayed says US-Israeli moves against Iran have failed to achieve objectives, strengthening calls for diplomacy. He credits Pakistan’s mediation efforts and highlights a shifting global order.
Aleema Khan rejected viral claims that an ex-army chief met Imran Khan in Adiala Jail, calling them false and part of a disinformation campaign. She alleges continued isolation, restricted access, and inadequate treatment.
Bilawal Bhutto Zardari urges constitutional safeguards for Gilgit-Baltistan’s political, economic and administrative rights ahead of the June 7 elections, backing synchronized polls and local control of resources.
Pakistan’s federal government approved a macro framework for FY2026-27 aiming for 4% economic growth and 8.2% inflation, backed by expected gains in agriculture, industry and services. The targets move to the NEC for final approval on June 3.
KP Chief Minister Mohammad Sohail Afridi urged the GB judiciary to intervene, alleging opposition parties face restrictions on gatherings, campaigning and movement ahead of June 7 elections.
Prime Minister Mark Carney and China’s Wang Yi reaffirmed plans to deepen Canada-China relations, expand economic cooperation and strengthen multilateralism, agreeing to new foreign-minister dialogue and restarted security consultations.
PTI senior leader Asad Qaiser alleges Punjab police blocked his entry to Islamabad airport, detaining him until his Skardu flight departed. He calls it electoral obstruction and political victimisation.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Eidul Azha urged Pakistanis to embrace sacrifice, unity and compassion, while expressing solidarity with oppressed Palestinians and people of IIOJK and reaffirming support for their just causes.
