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Express Tribune
13-06-2025
- Business
- Express Tribune
Pakistan, UAE reaffirm commitment to peace
Listen to article Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday met with President of the United Arab Emirates and Ruler of Abu Dhabi Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan during his official visit and discussed matters of bilateral and regional interest. The meeting underscored the deep-rooted, brotherly relations between Pakistan and the UAE, built on mutual trust, shared values, and a history of close cooperation. The two leaders discussed a wide-range of bilateral, regional, and global issues of mutual interest, and reaffirmed their commitment to further enhancing collaboration in key areas. The prime minister conveyed his sincere gratitude to the leadership of the UAE for its constructive role in helping to defuse tensions between Pakistan and India. He appreciated the UAE's positive role in promoting peace, dialogue and stability in the region. Both sides expressed satisfaction over the positive trajectory of bilateral ties and ongoing engagements at all levels. The leaders agreed to maintain close coordination and continue working together to advance shared goals of regional peace and prosperity. The prime minister reiterated his earlier invitation to the UAE president to visit Pakistan. Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Muhammad Ishaq Dar, Chief of the Army Staff Field Marshal General Syed Asim Munir, Federal Minister for Interior Syed Mohsin Raza Naqvi, Federal Minister for Information & Broadcasting Ataullah Tarar, SAPM Syed Tariq Fatemi were also present in the meeting. Later in a post on X, the prime minister said, "Delighted to meet my dear brother, His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, during my official visit to the UAE. I thanked him for the UAE's vital role in easing recent tensions between Pakistan and India. "We reaffirmed our shared commitment to peace, stability, and prosperity in the region. Our deep-rooted ties built on trust and brotherhood, continue to grow stronger, especially in trade and investment. I look forward to welcoming His Highness to Pakistan soon," he added. Digital transformation Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday said the country's resolute commitment amid accelerating journey toward a knowledge economy to digital transformation, global tech engagement and youth empowerment remains unwavering. The prime minister was addressing the Pakistan's participation at London Tech Week 2025, held with all global stakeholders on board. The prime minister congratulated all stakeholders on Pakistan's impactful presence at London Tech Week 2025. "This positions Pakistan as a forward-looking country that is harnessing technology, innovation and youth potential to engage with the world. Our presence at such an important platform reflects our growing digital footprint and global ambition," he said. PM Shehbaz commended the Ministry of IT, PSEB, TDAP, and its tech entrepreneurs for presenting Pakistan with vision and purpose. He commented, "Pakistan's tech future is bright! INSHA ALLAH".
New Indian Express
11-06-2025
- Business
- New Indian Express
Centre approves Rs 6,405 crore worth of railway projects for doubling of tracks in AP, Karnataka and Jharkhand
NEW DELHI: The government on Wednesday approved two key railway projects worth Rs 6,405 crore for the doubling of tracks in Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka and Jharkhand, Minister for Information & Broadcasting Ashwini Vaishnaw said. The decisions were taken at the meeting of the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA), chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. According to Vaishnaw, who also holds the Railway portfolio, the project involves the doubling of Koderma–Barkakana (133 km), passing through a major coal-producing area of Jharkhand. It will serve as the shortest and most efficient rail link between Patna, the capital of Bihar and Ranchi, the capital of Jharkhand, he added. Another proposal of doubling the track, which was approved, included Ballari–Chikjajur (185 km), traversing through the Ballari and Chitradurga districts of Karnataka and the Anantapur district of Andhra Pradesh, the Minister said. The approved projects will enhance connectivity to approximately 1,408 villages, which consist of a population of about 28.19 lakh. They will increase the existing network of the Indian Railways by about 318 km, Vaishnaw said. 'The enhanced line capacity will improve mobility, providing enhanced efficiency and service reliability for Indian Railways,' he said, adding that the multi-tracking proposal would also ease operations and reduce congestion.
Time of India
07-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Govt asks social networks to take down red-flagged posts, disinformation without delay
Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Within hours of conducting ' Operation Sindoor ', the Centre has activated a two-pronged approach to check cyber warfare and 'disinformation' and 'fake news' being propagated on social media platforms, ET has the threat of 'disinformation', ET gathers that the Centre held meetings with top executives from social media platforms and apps on Wednesday where it emphasised the urgent need to check fake news and propaganda being peddled by foreign and other entities. Reminding of Section 69A of the Information Technology Act, 2000, the Centre is learnt to have asked social media intermediaries to fast track processes and pro-actively block and take down offensive content, ET has learnt. Section 69A of the IT Act, 2000, empowers the Indian government to block information from public access under specific conditions like interest of sovereignty and integrity of India , defence of India, state security, friendly relations with foreign states, public order or for preventing incitement to the commission of any cognizable offence relating to the media platforms were asked to ensure that there are no delays in checking 'disinformation' and propaganda against India's security operations and other steps being undertaken in the aftermath of the Pahalgam terror attack , ET has learnt. They were sensitised to the problem of multiple handles/posts mushrooming with identical content, the moment a red-flagged one is taken down. Social media platforms were asked to take sou moto action and takedown such content at the earliest. It is gathered that all social media intermediaries largely agreed to act promptly on the concerns raised.A mechanism has also been developed involving the Ministries of Home Affairs, Information & Broadcasting and Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology among others, to identify posts/handles/groups propagating and amplifying disinformation and flag these to the concerned social media intermediaries, ET has mechanism was put into effect soon after the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack and has helped red flag several such posts and handles. ET gathers that over a thousand such posts/handles were red-flagged to social media intermediaries in the last one week amid escalating tension between India and Pakistan.
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Business Standard
02-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Business Standard
WAVES: Vaishnaw calls for co-production treaties, bridging digital divide
At the Global Media Dialogue between 77 countries at World Audio Visual and Entertainment Summit (WAVES), Union Minister of Information & Broadcasting Ashwini Vaishnaw said that the focus should be on co-production treaties, joint funds and a declaration which helps bridge the digital divide, foster brotherhood, global peace and harmony. 'We need to thus widen the global bridge of creativity to an expressway of ideas,' Vaishnaw said. Some member nations shared concerns on the need to enhance 'responsible journalism', which they felt can be addressed by mutual collaborations on the forum of WAVES, Press Information Bureau (PIB) said in a release. Vaishnaw also said in his opening remarks that culture inspires creativity which connects people across borders. He also stressed on the crucial role of collaborations for common success. 'We need to focus on co-production treaties, joint funds and a declaration which helps us bridge the digital divide, foster brotherhood, global peace and harmony,' he said. During the deliberations, senior-level delegations expressed their views and said that India informed participating nations about the 32 Create in India challenges, which resulted in identification of over 700 top creators from across the globe in the first season of WAVES. 'India informed the members that from the next edition, these challenges will be conducted in 25 global languages so that creative talent can be identified from across the globe in different languages. This will help them showcase their creative content at WAVES forum,' PIB said in its release. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said that the summit brings together content creators, policy makers, actors, writers, producers and visual artists on a common platform for discussing a future roadmap for the media and entertainment sector. He also touched upon the broad contours under consideration at the Global Media Dialogue. He noted that the world order, which has a strong cultural dimension, is under transformation. 'It is essential that we give voice to our traditions, heritage, ideas, practices and creativity', he said. He also stated that technology and tradition must go hand in hand as technology can strengthen awareness of India's vast heritage and deepen consciousness about it, especially for the younger generations. 'It is crucial that young talent is made ready for an age of creative collaborations through relevant skill development. Innovation is key to the leapfrogging that will build Viksit Bharat', he highlighted. While the possibilities are beyond imagination, Jaishankar said that 'There is a need for a responsible use of emerging technologies, while reducing bias, democratising content and prioritising its ethics.' 'For a global workforce, there is a need for a shift in mindsets, frameworks, policies and practices,' he added. He expressed his confidence in WAVES as a platform to deliberate on key issues before the global media and entertainment sector. Chief Minister of Maharashtra Devendra Fadnavis, while addressing the media at WAVES, said that people who have come have said that the scale and quality of this platform has been created for the first time in the media and entertainment industry. 'This is an area in which we can lead. There is economic growth in this, that is employment, and also because this has a multiplier effect,' the CM said. He further added that for the first time, the National Stock Exchange (NSE) has started a WAVES Index. This index consists of 43 companies related to Animation, Visual Effects, Gaming, Comics, and Extended Reality. 'This will be very beneficial for the development of the investment ecosystem in this area (media and entertainment industry),' he said. Apart from this, the government of Maharashtra has worked with two universities. In the new education system, the prime minister has opened doors for foreign universities, he added. 'Through CIDCO, in Navi Mumbai, the government of Maharashtra is preparing a new Edu-City. It is expected to have 10 to 12 foreign universities. The state government has already signed two pacts with the University of Western Australia and the University of York in the UK,' he said. '...we (the government of Maharashtra) have held MoUs with two of them and there are three more MoUs in the pipeline. We are also negotiating with five more,' Fadnavis said. These MoUs are worth ₹8,000 crore. Additionally, the government of Maharashtra and Prime Focus, (a motion picture and video production company) have made an agreement to establish an advanced studio film city. 'In this, about ₹2,500 crore will be invested and it will have state-of-the-art, advanced technology. Along with this, Godrej is also developing a similar studio film city in Panvel where about ₹2,000 crore will be invested,' he said. He added that with these two studios, India will have world-class post-production facilities, and on a larger scale, employment will be created.
Time of India
02-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Global Media Dialogue adopts declaration at WAVES 2025
The 13-point Global Media Dialogue Declaration (WAVES Declaration) was adopted on the second day of the World Audio Visual and Entertainment Summit (WAVES) in Mumbai. Delegates from 77 countries pledged to collaborate in preserving traditions and heritage, while also promoting creativity in the age of AI. #Pahalgam Terrorist Attack Pakistan reopens Attari-Wagah border to allow stranded citizens in India to return Key Jammu & Kashmir reservoirs' flushing to begin soon Air India sees Pakistan airspace ban costing it $600 mn over 12 months Ashwini Vaishnaw, Minister for Information & Broadcasting, Railways, and Electronics & IT, said the declaration seeks to bridge the digital divide , preserve cultural diversity , and promote fair, innovative markets. Through the WAVES Declaration, member nations committed to increasing exchanges between people, cultures, and countries, championing media and entertainment as a means of fostering dialogue. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Buenos Aires: AI guru Andrew Ng recommends: Read These 5 Books And Turn Your Life Aroun... Blinkist: Andrew Ng's Reading List Undo The declaration also affirmed the importance of fair and open markets that protect intellectual property, while encouraging the responsible use of emerging technologies like artificial intelligence (AI). "We aim to expand opportunities for all participants in the media value chain, reinforcing the Global Media Dialogue 2025 Declaration's role in enhancing media's vitality and resilience through cross-border partnerships, co-productions, trade, and investment," the declaration states. Live Events Furthermore, the declaration addressed the need to combat misinformation and disinformation, promoting media integrity , fact-based journalism, and responsible advertising for enlightened public discourse. It also supports content that respects human rights and cultural sensitivities, while fostering cross-border collaborations to enhance mutual understanding. Opening the Global Media Dialogue, Vaishnaw said that the world is at a pivotal moment in media and entertainment. He highlighted how emerging technologies are reshaping storytelling, content creation, and consumption. While the global media and entertainment sector is valued at around $3 trillion, he pointed out that its true value lies in its ability to foster empathy, convey ideas, and shape the future. "As a government, we must provide a fair chance for everyone to showcase their story to the world," Vaishnaw said. Dr. S. Jaishankar, Minister of External Affairs, followed with remarks on the broader policy and cultural context influencing global media. He noted that transformation in the international system must include a cultural dimension. He stressed that technology should not be seen as a departure from the past, but as a tool to deepen appreciation for heritage, advocating for a partnership between modernity and tradition. Jaishankar further spoke about the increasing reality of a global workforce and workplace, enabled by digital and physical connectivity, calling for corresponding shifts in mindset, policies, and frameworks. "Every advancement comes with its own issues, and AI will be no different. Even as the politics of this era will grapple with the concerns of authenticity, businesses will have to deal with new intellectual property challenges as they promote innovation and creativity for all," he noted.
