Author: CapitalNews Web Desk

The Special Talent Exchange Program (STEP), in collaboration with UNHCR Pakistan, ADDTF Pakistan, and Humanity and Inclusion (HI) Pakistan, proudly celebrated the International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD) at the Rose and Jasmine Garden, Islamabad. This year’s theme, “Amplifying the Leadership of Persons with Disabilities for an Inclusive and Sustainable Future,” emphasized the critical role of persons with disabilities in shaping policies and decisions that impact their lives. The event integrated the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence (GBV), symbolizing a unified approach to advocating for gender equality, disability rights, and inclusive development. The event featured addresses from…

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nited Bank Limited (UBL) has indeed submitted a merger offer to Silkbank Limited. The proposed amalgamation will be filed with and sanctioned by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) under Section 48 of the Banking Companies Ordinance, 1962. If approved, UBL will issue one new UBL ordinary share for every 325 Silkbank ordinary shares.

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In Pakistan’s Katcha region, a troubling new phenomenon has emerged: criminal gangs, known as the “TikTok bandits,” have taken to social media to flaunt their power and attract followers. Using platforms like TikTok, these gangs are not only showcasing their illegal activities but also recruiting new members and glorifying a lifestyle of defiance and lawlessness. The videos often show bandits armed with high-powered weapons, flashing stolen goods, and moving freely within the Katcha’s challenging terrain. Their online presence creates a spectacle, drawing both fear and fascination among local communities, while younger viewers see these gang members as rebellious figures challenging…

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