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The article focuses on the research paper "Pakistan ke namwar sciencedano ki adabi khidmat", published by Imran Akhtar of Bahauddin Zakariya University, which discusses the contribution of Pakistani scientists in the field of literature.

The article focuses on the contribution of agriculture to the economy of Pakistan, as it comprises one fourth of the gross domestic product (GDP). It cites the goals made by the government to make agriculture more economical and transpose which include minimizing the yield gap, diversification in horticulture, and increasing irrigation. Increasing water availability by increasing capacity of water reservoirs is also stated.

The article profiles Dr. Gul Muhammad Khan, who has contributed much to science through genetic programming and genetic algorithms. A form of genetic programming called Cartesian Genetic Programming (CGP) is mentioned. It talks about the many science geniuses in the country such as Dr. Muhammad, who chose to stay in Pakistan serving in the premises of the country inspite of having every possible shot at leaving the country.

The article reports that the production and use of polythene bags are still continued in Islamabad Capital Territory (ICT) despite a ban on its sale, purchase, and use.

The author talks about the agriculture sector as the largest contributor towards Pakistan's national income and economic development, with topics including factors affecting agriculture, its impact on the labor force and export earnings, and its potential to rule the agricultural world.

The article discusses a meeting on the cooperation in agriculture sector and improve agriculture sector in Pakistan among Turkish delegation including Ahmet Duren and several persons of Pakistan including Rashid Mehmood, secretary agriculture at Punjab, Pakistan.

The article discusses a meeting between South Korean Ambassador and Rana Tanvir Hussain, Pakistani Federal Minister of Science and Technology, on mutual cooperation to enhance science and technology infrastructure for sustainable development in Pakistan that was held in Islamabad, Pakistan.

The author discusses the role of green revolution in addressing the issues faced by the agricultural sector in Pakistan such as increasing population, demand on food, and agricultural land reduction.

The author discusses the role of science and technology in Pakistan to boost the improvement of economic development, infrastructure and health system.

The article talks about Pakistan's diminishing share in international floriculture market and the industry also plans to provide employment to labor as it was facing the challenge of unemployment.

The article reports that a request is made for setting an independent University of Alternative Medicines (UAM) in Pakistan, along with separate regulating laws for Tibb-e-Unani, Ayurvedic and Homeopathic practitioners.

The article reports that Pakistan's Federal Minister for Planning, Education and Reforms Ahsan Iqbal addressed the 3rd International Water Conference stating that food, water and energy are essential for the development of a country's economy.

The article reports that the 5th Technical Committee Meeting (TCM) of the All Pakistan Geoscientists Association (APGA) was held at the Bahria University, Pakistan.

The article reports that the University of Agriculture Faisalabad (UAF) held an awareness walk mark national tree plantation day in Pakistan, and was lead by Vice Chancellor Professor Iqrar Ahmad Khan.

The article reports that the World Wide Fund (WWF) Pakistan held its workshop on ways to combat illegal wildlife trafficking in the country and includes comments from Inspector General of Forests Mahmood Nasir.

The article reports on the COMSATS Institute of Information Technology (CIIT) which ranked among the top 10 best universities in Pakistan as announced by Science and Technology Minister Rana Tanveer Hussain during a meeting.

The article reports on the 610 economic development projects costing Rs 747 billion that were completed during the last three years as of 2016, according to Pakistan's Ministry of Planning, Development and Reforms.

The article discusses the 17th International Pure Mathematics Conference in Pakistan organized by Preston University, Islamia University Bahawalpur, and the Advanced Institute of Mathematical Sciences, Islamabad.

The article reports that Pakistani universities have failed to enter the ranks of Asia's top 100 universities prepared by Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) global higher education analysts, as of June 2016, and notes the ranks of LUMS and NUST institutes.

The article focuses on views of Ali Asghar Jamali, Chief Operating Officer of Indus Motor Company (IMC), on the potential of automobile manufacturing industry in Pakistan, as of June 2016.

The article reports on delay in appointment of vice chancellors (VCs) of different universities in the Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa province of Pakistan, as of June 2016, and mentions that Pervez Khattak, Chief Minister KP, has returned the summary of VCs to Higher Education Commission.

The article reports on the plan of the University of FATA to start academic activities in 2016, while Sub-Campus of University of Balochistan at Zhob and Gwadar University are anticipated to start their academic activities in Pakistan by year 2017.

The article reports on the 745 billion rupees contributed by the telecommunication sector to national exchequer in terms of taxes and regulatory duties during the last five years starting 2016.

The article highlights the statement of the Netherlands Ambassador to Pakistan Jeanette Sepen that they are keen to enhance investment and trade relations with Pakistan, especially in areas of agro-based and agriculture businesses in 2016.

The article reports on the memorandum of understanding (MoU) signed by World Wildlife Fund (WWF)-Pakistan and the Virtual University of Pakistan to promote environmental education among the youth of Pakistan in 2016.

The article reports on Lahore High Court order to Higher Education Commission of Pakistan for recognition of degrees of students who completed dual-degree program offered by COMSATS University in Islamabad, Pakistan in collaboration with Lancaster University, England.

The article discusses a meeting on "Water Resources Challenges of Pakistan" held in Mehran University of Engineering and Technology (MUET) in Jamshoro, Pakistan and mentions water experts views on requirement of water policy and water reservoirs building to deal with water crisis in Pakistan.

The article reports on Pakistan Agricultural Research Council (PARC) project of Research for Agricultural Development Program (RADP) for development of Pakistan agriculture sector which focuses on deployment of science based solutions for high productivity and profitable farming.

The article reports on success of 2016 IST youth carnival (IYC) of Institute of Space Technology (IST) in Pakistan that saw participation from Pakistani universities and featured events that evaluated their oratory and cognitive skills and mentions presence of artist Kanwal Naseer as chief guest.

The article reports on an agreement between German universities and Abdul Wali Khan University (AWKU) in Mardan, Pakistan for promotion of research in various sectors as mentioned by Ina Lepel, German Ambassador to Pakistan, during her visit to AWKU.

The article reports on Pakistan Higher Education Commission (HEC) quest for expedition of innovations and commercialization incubation cent res in Pakistani Universities in a meeting chaired by Imtiaz Rastgar, HEC Innovation Steering Committee Chairman.

The article reports on agricultural experts views at a seminar held at Pakistan Agricultural Research Council (PARC) regarding importance of modern agricultural technologies adoption for strengthening of Pakistan food security in terms of farming and seed development.

The article reports on increasing popularity of freelancing in Pakistan through use of internet including a survey revealing impact of increasing broadband access in Pakistan on freelance marketplaces and high ranking of Pakistan among countries earning through freelancing.

The article reports on the University of Engineering and Technology (UET) in Peshawar, Pakistan, a public engineering university which helps in producing quality engineers in the country, according to its vice chancellor Professor DrIftikhar Hussain.

The article reports on the claims of the Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC) concerning the amount of megawatts (MW) that can be saved through efficient methods and the priority of the government on policy making to mitigate the energy crisis.

The article discusses the highlights of the Travelling Wheat Seminar in Islamabad, Pakistan organized by the Pakistan Agricultural Research Council (PARC) and International Improvement Center (CIMMYT) where Pakistani agricultural experts reviewed the latest on wheat research, visited wheat fields and shared their experiences in their research programs.

The article reports on data complied by British-based risk management company Verisk Maplecroft citing Pakistan as among the ten countries whose populations are the most exposed to natural hazards together with India, China, Bangladesh, Indonesia, the Philippines and Japan.

The article reports on the gold, silver and bronze medals awarded to students of Sir Syed University of Engineering and Technology (SSUET) in Karachi, Pakistan by renowned scientists and SSUET's Board of Governors during the university's 19th Convocation last March 19, 2016.

The article reports on the calls for new learning paradigms in Pakistan's educational system made by speakers at the International Symposium on 21st Century Learning Symposium held at the National University of Science and Technology in Islamabad, Pakistan last March 19, 2016.

The article announces that the Sir Syed University of Engineering and Technology in Karachi, Pakistan won the "Water for Pakistan" football tournament organized by Pakistan's Institute of Business Administration's (IBA) Girls Sports Society held during World Water Day last March 22, 2016.

The article cites climate change as one of challenges facing Pakistan's agricultural sector and the country's economy, why there is a need to develop climate zones and introduce supplementary irrigation, as discussed by Amir Mohammad Khan, chairman of the People's Agrricultural Commission.

The article reports that the Higher Education Commission (HEC) has received the funding for Innovation Steering Committee for Technology Funds of HEC and presents the views of Arshad Ali, executive director at HEC, on the funding.

The article presents the views of Nadeem Amjad, chairman at Pakistan Agricultural Research Council (PARC), on equipping growers with latest technology that are vital to achieve self-sufficiency in the agriculture sector and mentions that the council is providing food security assurance.

The article reports that Anusha Rehman, Minister for Information Technology and Telecommunications, has informed the National Assembly of Pakistan on the increase in foreign investment in the telecommunication sector of Foreign Direct Investment (FDI).

The article reports the claim by agriculture and water experts as of March 2016 that food production in Pakistan should be raised by 40-50% in order to meet the increasing demand of the country's growing population.

The article focuses on the memorandum of understanding (MoU) signed by Pakistan Nuclear Society (PNS) and "Technology Times" journal as of March 2016 for the identification of core areas of cooperation, particularly in the field of science and technology (S&T) in Pakistan.

The article offers brief information on ATX+PAK exchange program that will be launched in April 2016 which aims to connect entrepreneurs from Information Technology University in Pakistan with entrepreneurs from Austin, Texas.

The article announces that Professor Dr. Talat Naseer Pasha was appointed Vice Chancellor of the University of Veterinary and Animal Science (UVAS) Lahore in Pakistan.

The article reports on efforts of the U.S. and Pakistan to increase access to nutritious food and improve livelihoods of farmers across Pakistan, and launch of the Agricultural Innovation Programme by the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) to increase agricultural productivity.

The article reports on decreased production of cotton in Pakistan affecting textile manufacturers including a letter sent by the All Pakistan Textile Manufacturers Association (Aptma) to finance minister of Pakistan regarding the issue, and sales tax and customs duty imposed on import of cotton.