Author: M M Alam

M. M. Alam is a Pakistan-based working journalist since 1981. Karachi University faculty gold medalist Alam began his career forty-five years ago by writing for Dawn, Pakistan’s highest circulating English daily. He has worked for region’s leading publications, global aviation periodicals including Rotors (of USA) and vetted New York Times as permanent employee of daily Express Tribune. Alam regularly covers international aviation and defense-related events including Salon Du Bourget (France), Farnborough (United Kingdom), Dubai (UAE). Alam has reported thousands of events and interviewed hundreds of people in Pakistan, UAE, EU, UK and USA. Being Francophone Alam also coordinates with a number of French publications.

Fulbright: USEFP Now Accepting Applications

February 20, 2026February 20, 2026M M Alam

ISLAMABAD: The United States Educational Foundation (USEFP) has announced here on Friday (20th Feb, 2026) the opening of applications for the 2027 Fulbright Student Program. Funded by the United States Govt in partnership with the Pakistan Govt, the highly competitive merit-based scholarship supports graduate study at leading US universities, including tuition, living expenses, insurance, and […]

US provides meals to Sindh’s 200,000 pupils

February 19, 2026February 19, 2026M M Alam

KARACHI: The Govt of Sindh and the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)‘s McGovern-Dole International Food for Education and Child Nutrition Program launched the Sindh School Meals Program here on Tuesday (17th Feb, 2026), which leverages US-provided commodities to deliver daily cooked meals and take-home rations to more than 200,000 students across nearly 1,300 primary […]

Ramzan commences from 19th Feb

February 18, 2026February 18, 2026M M Alam

KARACHI: According to the modern astronomical calculations, this year (2026) the holy month of Ramzan will commence from Thursday (19th Feb), while the Muslims in Pakistan will celebrate Eid-ul-Fitr on Friday (20th March). On behalf of US diplomatic mission here, the Porte Parole of the Consulate General in the Metropolis, Tim Brauhn stated: “Ramazan Mubarak! As this blessed month […]

Design Day observed by Italian CG, Karachi

February 16, 2026February 20, 2026M M Alam

KARACHI: Flag Staff House was the venue where karachiites converged on 12th February to observe the 10th Edition of Italian Design Day, hosted by Consul General Fabrizio Bielli. Addressing the Ladies and Gentlemen in the audience Consul General Bielli pointed out that Italian cities represent a unique laboratory for projects that combine sustainability, inclusion and […]

US diplomat celebrates basant in Pakistan

US Dep Asst Sec concludes visit to Pakistan

February 14, 2026February 14, 2026M M Alam

ISLAMABAD: Deputy Assistant Secretary (DAS) for South & Central Asian Affairs at the US Department of State John Mark Pommersheim concluded a five-day visit to Pakistan, marking the continued close Pak-US cooperation. DAS Pommersheim’s visit comes at a significant moment as both countries seek to deepen cooperation on economic growth and shared security interests. The […]

French Envoy Nicolas Galey visits PIFD

February 12, 2026February 12, 2026M M Alam

LAHORE: French Ambassador Nicolas Galey and his wife visited the Pakistan Institute of Fashion & Design (PIFD) on Monday (9th Feb, 2026) here. Vice Chancellor of PIFD Hina Tayyaba Khalil and her team introduced the French Envoy and spouse to the various departments. There the couple was impressed by the students’ talent and creativity in […]

IFJ calls for immediate release of Jimmy Lai

February 11, 2026February 11, 2026M M Alam

HONG KONG: Governments all over the globe, human rights bodies, International Federation of Journalists (IFJ) and other Press freedom groups have condemned the sentence of Media magnate (Apple Daily founder) Jimmy Lai as a politically motivated endeavour to silence one of the most prominent critical voices. The International Federation of Journalists (IFJ – the world’s […]

US CDA advances shared prosperity in Sindh

February 7, 2026February 7, 2026M M Alam

KARACHI: US Chargé d’affaires (CDA) Natalie A. Baker conducted an extensive visit to Sindh Province from 25th till 31st Jan, engaging political leaders, business executives, and community representatives to advance shared Pak-US priorities in American excellence, economic growth, and regional stability. CDA Baker’s engagements demonstrated the US Mission’s ongoing commitment to US-Pakistan bilateral relations in […]

US condemns Islamabad Mosque blast

February 7, 2026February 7, 2026M M Alam

ISLAMABAD: US Chargé d’Affaires Natalie A. Baker has stated, “the United States strongly condemns today’s terrorist attack in Islamabad that left innocent worshippers dead and injured. We condemn all acts of terror and violence, including this attack. “On behalf of the United States, I offer our sincere condolences to those injured and to the families […]

Balochistan attacks condemned

February 1, 2026February 3, 2026M M Alam

ISLAMABAD: The United States strongly condemned the 31st Jan, 2026 attacks and acts of terrorist violence against security personnel and civilians in Balochistan, claimed by the Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA), a US-designated Foreign Terrorist Organization. US Embassy chargé d’affaires Natalie Baker took to the X to state: “On behalf of the United States, I extend our […]

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