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VC Dr. Razia Sultana Highlights Women’s Role at Mardan University Event
MARDAN: Women University Mardan organized a ceremony to commemorate International Women’s Day, highlighting the vital role of women in the development and progress of society. The event was arranged by the Office of Research, Innovation and Commercialization (ORIC) with the objective of recognizing the achievements of women and promoting awareness regarding women’s empowerment and gender equality.
The ceremony was graced by the Vice Chancellor, Prof. Dr. Razia Sultana, while the distinguished guests included Miss Maria Mustafa, SP Mardan, and Miss Nazia Shah, a prominent political figure from Mardan.
Addressing the participants, the guest speakers shared their inspiring personal success stories and encouraged students to pursue their ambitions with determination, confidence, and dedication. They also appreciated the efforts of Women University Mardan for organizing such a meaningful event to celebrate and acknowledge the contributions of women in society.
The speakers highlighted that Pakistani women have consistently demonstrated their strength, resilience, and capabilities across diverse fields, including education, healthcare, administration, politics, and entrepreneurship, thereby playing a crucial role in the country’s development and progress.
A large number of faculty members, administrative staff, and students attended the ceremony. The participants appreciated the efforts of the University, particularly ORIC, for arranging the event and reaffirmed the importance of sustained efforts for the empowerment and advancement of women in society.
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Pakistan Denies Sending Delegation to Kabul for Talks
Officials Reject Afghan Media Claims, Reiterate Action Against TTP
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ISLAMABAD: Official sources on Tuesday dismissed reports claiming that a three-member Pakistani delegation had travelled to Kabul to hold talks with the Afghan Taliban amid ongoing border tensions.
According to the sources, the reports originated from “Afghan propaganda accounts” circulating the claim on social media. Afghanistan-based Tolo News also reported the alleged visit, citing an anonymous source.
However, Pakistani officials categorically rejected the reports, stating that there was no truth to the claims and that Pakistan had not sent any delegation to Kabul for talks.
The sources reiterated that Pakistan’s position remains clear: the Afghan Taliban must stop facilitating Fitna-al-Khawarij, a term used by the state for the banned Tehreek-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), and take decisive action against the group.
Officials emphasized that there would be no talks with the Afghan Taliban until concrete steps are taken against the militants. They added that Pakistan would continue operations against the hideouts of Fitna-al-Khawarij in Afghanistan.
The clarification comes amid ongoing Operation Ghazab lil-Haq, launched by Pakistan in late February following what officials described as “unprovoked firing” by the Afghan Taliban from across the border.
Islamabad has repeatedly accused Kabul of providing space to TTP militants since the Taliban takeover of Afghanistan in 2021. UN monitoring reports in recent years have also pointed to the presence of TTP elements in eastern Afghanistan, although the Afghan Taliban have denied offering them support.
