Stories by Jamal Shahid

Jamal Shahid is an Islamabad-based reporter for Dawn with over two decades of experience. He covers the Public Accounts Committee and the National Assembly’s Question Hour, as well as diplomatic events, climate change, and human rights issues in the capital.

State minister vows to make Islamabad plastic free by Dec 31

Says the restrictions would cover thick and thin plastic bags, shopping bags with handles, plastic water bottles and other products.

Updated 12 Oct, 2026 10:42am

Pakistan, Spain set to further strengthen bilateral cooperation: IT minister

Khawaja says Spain was one of Pakistan’s strongest partners in the European Union and thanked Madrid for its continued support for Pakistan’s GSP+ status.

Updated 09 Oct, 2026 09:13am

Western aid to Ukraine prolonging conflict, says Russian envoy

ISLAMABAD: Russian Ambassador Albert P. Khorev reiterated Moscow’s call for a political and diplomatic...

Published 02 Oct, 2026 06:59am

Over 60 Glof-prone lakes emerge in less than two months

Suparco’s latest assessment indicates accelerated seasonal melting

Published 28 Sep, 2026 05:55am

Number of unfrozen lakes in Pakistan grows by 65 in less than 2 months: Suparco

All relevant authorities have been advised to maintain a high level of preparedness, particularly in downstream valleys of potentially dangerous glacial lakes, agency says.

Published 27 Sep, 2026 09:20pm

Open Doors Olympiad offers Pakistani students tuition-free study in Russia

ISLAMABAD: The Russian Embassy has announced that the International Open Doors Olympiad offered Pakistani students...

Published 26 Sep, 2026 05:01am

Senate body calls for coordinated, time-bound response to growing GLOF threat

ISLAMABAD: Senate Standing Committee on Climate Change on Tuesday called for a coordinated and time-bound response ...

Published 23 Sep, 2026 07:31am

Rwandan envoy seeks stronger ties with Pakistan

ISLAMABAD: Harerimana Fatou, High Commissioner of Rwanda, on Friday highlighted Rwanda as a gateway to the wider...

Published 20 Sep, 2026 04:50am

Sweden-Pakistan Business Guide 2026-2028 launched

ISLAMABAD: With the aim to support trade and investment, the Embassy of Sweden in Pakistan Thursday night launched...

Published 18 Sep, 2026 07:11am

Senate body rejects Pims fire inquiry report as PM orders reforms in 3 months

HR committee questions accountability of senior management over deaths of 14 newborns.

Updated 17 Sep, 2026 08:47am

PAC halts sugar export despite green light from advisory board

Parliamentary panel also bars wheat import sans its oversight.

Updated 16 Sep, 2026 08:13am

Senate body reviews legal framework for protection of heritage sites

ISLAMABAD: A parliamentary body on Thursday reviewed the legal framework for protection of heritage sites and...

Published 11 Sep, 2026 07:27am

Senate panel orders FIR over Pims nursery fire

Committee seeks criminal proceedings against those responsible for the deaths of 14 newborns.

Updated 10 Sep, 2026 08:31am

Poor planning National Highway Authority’s weakest point, Public Accounts Committee told

Ministry says highway authority’s planning and design wings are being strengthened; committee members express concern over poor highway conditions and delays in road projects.

Updated 09 Sep, 2026 07:29am

Public Accounts Committee cancels meeting over foreign secretary’s absence

It is important to take a good look around and see how many people have come to attend this meeting, the air tickets that were purchased and the fuel that was wasted for participants, says Hina Rabbani.

Updated 08 Sep, 2026 08:09am

Speakers call for coordinated national response to malnutrition crisis

Experts link nutrition with family planning, food security, healthcare and population management.

Updated 04 Sep, 2026 08:37am

Aurangzeb promises policy consistency

Commits to provide a stable situation rather than a boom-or-bust cycle.

Updated 04 Sep, 2026 07:39am

Pakistan, Uzbekistan witnessing active phase in bilateral ties: envoy

ISLAMABAD: Uzbekistan and Pakistan are witnessing one of the most active periods in their bilateral relations, with...

Published 03 Sep, 2026 07:01am

Unesco asked to add Rani Ghat, Banbhore to heritage list

Culinary traditions of Makai Roti and Saag, Sajji, Biryani and Chapli Kebab proposed for listing as "Intangible Cultural Heritage".

Updated 03 Sep, 2026 07:41am

Uzbek music, dance show enthralls audience in Islamabad

ISLAMABAD: A cultural event titled “Uzbekistan-Pakistan: Melodies of Friendship and Brotherhood” on Saturday...

Published 30 Aug, 2026 07:01am