Federal Minister for Information Technology and Telecommunication Shaza Fatima Khawaja has said that Pakistan is making rapid progress in robotics, automation and artificial intelligence (AI), with universities, academia, students, industry and institutions working together to build a strong technology ecosystem.

Expressing satisfaction over the successful conclusion of RAS Expo 2026, the minister said the two-day event showcased a wide range of emerging technologies, including industrial automation, mechanical robots, autonomous systems, defence technology, logistics and rescue robots, disaster management solutions, advanced navigation systems and simulators.

She said that the government would continue organising such exhibitions to provide a common platform for young people, educational institutions and industry and promote technology-driven industries in the country.

Shaza Fatima further added that PM has announced $20 million in support for the promotion of robotics and advanced technologies. She said the government had also directed the development of advanced simulators for industry, enabling businesses to practically assess their production processes and benefit more effectively from automation.

The minister rejected the notion that advanced machines would eliminate human jobs, saying technology would not end employment but would change the nature of jobs. She said the future would require skilled professionals capable of developing, operating and maintaining robots and advanced machinery.

She urged students to pursue fields such as mathematics, electrical engineering, computer science, AI and robotics, saying the future economy would be built around these skills.

A technology-equipped workforce, she added, would not only create new employment opportunities for young people but also contribute significantly to Pakistan’s economy, industry and national development.
 

Rain washed out the first day of the first Test between Pakistan and the West Indies at the Brian Lara Cricket Academy in Trinidad.

West Indies won the toss and opted to bat first and were 23 for one when rain took players off the field.

The hosts lost their first wicket on 13 when opening batter Brandon King was bowled by Mohammad Abbas for 12 from 28 balls.

Pakistan skipper Babar Azam says his side would have decided to bat first too had it won the toss. Speaking after the toss he added:

It was also Test debut for Pakistan’s 33-year-old left-arm spinner Ali Usman.

Indian Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan announced Saturday he has resigned, delivering a huge blow to student demonstrators throughout the country who had called for his resignation to take responsibility over exam paper leaks.

The minister announced his resignation on ​X just as police used tear gas to disperse teenage protestors in New Delhi, hours before the leaders of the protests were due to hold another round of discussions with ministers.With regard to the scenario that has emerged at Jantar Mantar and across the country, so that anti-national forces do not take advantage of this situation…. “I have sent my resignation letter to the Prime Minister,” Pradhan stated in his post.”I have great respect for the hopes, feelings and legitimate hopes of the youth of the country.”

As the news spread cheers erupted among thousands of demonstrators who have been marching in downtown Delhi and abroad.

Federal officials have blocked internet access and closed 18 metro stations in the capital in an effort to quell the protests.

Since police injured many students on Monday, anger has spilt over, with police charging baton and firing tear ⁠gas to discourage crowds of protesters marching on parliament.
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The rallies, driven primarily by young people and sparked by outrage over leaks of question papers for high-stakes entrance exams, reflect resentment at job scarcity, corruption and government accountability.