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Pakistan ascends 14 positions in the UN E-Government Index 2024.

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This significant breakthrough signifies Pakistan’s shift from the “Middle EGDI category” to the “High EGDI category” for the first time, indicating considerable improvements in digital government capabilities.

The nation’s E-Government Development Index has risen to 0.5095, an increase from 0.42380 in 2022. Although Pakistan remains behind global leaders such as Denmark (0.9847) and regional leaders like Singapore (0.969) and the Maldives (0.6745), this enhancement is a significant accomplishment.

Minister of State for Information Technology Shaza Fatima Khawaja has reaffirmed the government’s dedication to establishing a digital Pakistan.

During an event in Islamabad on Wednesday, she underscored the necessity for collaborative endeavors to promote innovation among the youth.

She asserted that the private sector ought to have a pivotal role in realizing a digital Pakistan. Shaza Fatima said that the administration is endeavoring to deliver exceptional stable and rapid internet connectivity.

She emphasized that Pakistan’s position in the UN’s e-governance development index had ascended by fourteen points. She stated that we are one of two Asian countries that have advanced from the medium tier to the top tier of digital e-governance, characterizing this as a notable accomplishment.

The Minister of State further asserted that Pakistan has made significant advancements in cyber security, attaining a premier rank in this field.

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The Punjab Assembly met on January 10.

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On January 10, Malik Zaheer Iqbal Channer, the acting speaker of the Punjab Assembly, called a meeting of the assembly.

The 20th session was called by acting speaker Malik Zaheer Iqbal Channer on January 10 at 2:00 PM, the Assembly secretariat announced in a notification.

By a majority vote, the Punjab Assembly had previously approved a resolution endorsing the 26th Constitutional Amendment.

Mian Mujtaba Shuja-ur-Rehman, the Punjab Minister for Parliamentary Affairs, had introduced the resolution, arguing that the constitutional change is an extension of the Charter of Democracy.

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Punjab’s law and order is deemed satisfactory by the Apex Committee.

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The Punjab Apex Committee was pleased with the state of law and order in the province as a whole on Tuesday.

The chief minister presided over the committee meeting, which was attended by high-ranking military and civil personnel. Among the many agenda items it examined were security and public safety initiatives.

All players will have VVIP-level protection thanks to the committee’s approval of a thorough security plan for the forthcoming Champions Trophy.

A security protocol implementation report for Chinese nationals living in Punjab was also given. To increase their safety, the CM ordered the authorities to implement strict precautions.

The conference also included an evaluation of the District Coordination Committees’ performance and the assignment of new tasks to increase their efficacy.

During a briefing, authorities emphasized the growing difficulties brought on by frequent infractions of traffic laws in the province, notably Lahore. The committee suggested that the problem be addressed right away.

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Gohar Khan clarifies the PTI’s position on “written demands.”

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All communication has been restored, according to Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Barrister Gohar, who has stressed that there are no backdoor routes being used with the government at the moment.

He underlined how crucial it is to prevent continuing negotiations from ever coming to a break.

Gohar added that he requested the administration not to put undue pressure on this issue, but he did not decline to make written demands.

Barrister Gohar stated that such a meeting is required and may occur soon in reference to a meeting with the founder of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI). “If not today, the negotiation committee will meet with the PTI founder tomorrow,” he said calmly.