Pakistan

Amnesty International (AI) has called for an urgent probe into Israel’s enforced disappearance of Palestinian prisoners from Gaza, following reports of deaths in military detention centers. In a statement, Amnesty’s Regional Director for the Middle East and North Africa Heba Morayef said the Israeli military must urgently disclose the fate…

Caretaker Minister for Finance, Revenue and Economic Affairs Dr. Shamshad Akhtar has termed the operationalization of EXIM Bank, a major milestone to augment the banking and trade finance landscape in the country. Speaking at the Inaugural Ceremony of the Exim Bank in Islamabad on Thursday, she said EXIM has the…

Pakistan has demanded a probe to determine how the banned out-fit Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan acquired advanced weapons, used in recent terrorist attacks in the country. The demand was placed by Pakistan’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Munir Akram to UN Security Council during a debate on the situation in Afghanistan.…

Pakistan’s Huzaifa Ibrahim won silver medal in the US Open Under-19 Squash Championship. Huzaifa Ibrahim won six consecutive matches and reached the final. He played a brilliant game in the final, but after a thrilling contest, American player Rishi Srivastava won. US Open Under-19 Squash Championship was held in the…

A three-day International Punjabi Conference is underway in Lahore. The conference proceedings contain different segments, including discussion, research in and on Punjabi language, folk dances, songs, and theatrical performances. On the first day on Wednesday, Ahmed Raza Punjabi of ‘Punjabi Parchar’ delivered his opening remarks, while Director General Punjab Institute…

Minister of Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony Aneeq Ahmed has emphasized the need for understanding among different religious beliefs. Talking to French Ambassador Nicolas Gale, in Islamabad the minister strongly condemned targeting of civilians, including children, in Palestine. He said these uncivilized acts require immediate global attention and intervention. Minister…

Chief of Army Staff General Syed Asim Munir says Pakistan has made unparalleled contributions and sacrifices in its enduring fight against terrorism and will continue to fight till logical end, in line with the aspirations of people Pakistan. During the interaction with members of prominent US think tanks and media…

Caretaker Minister for Information and Broadcasting Murtaza Solangi has said that China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), launched in the year 2013, has transformed Pakistan’s socio-economic landscape, addressing a dire energy crisis and crumbling infrastructure. Speaking at 8th China-Pakistan Economic Corridor Media Forum in Islamabad today, he said CPEC Media Forum holds…

Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar has stressed the need to focus on promotion of science and technology to bring the country at par with the developed nations. Addressing the students and faculty members of the Institute during his visit to the Ghulam Ishaq Khan Institute of Science and Technology in…

Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee (CJCSC), who is on an official visit to Jordan, General Sahir Shamshad Mirza called on King Abdullah-II Ibn Al Hussain. During the meeting, both dignitaries discussed various areas of interest including, bilateral politico-diplomatic and military cooperation and prevailing regional security situation. Jordanian King Abdullah…

The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has issued a comprehensive code of conduct for the upcoming general elections scheduled on 8th February next year. According to the code of conduct, the political parties, contesting candidates and election agents shall not propagate any opinion, or act in any manner prejudicial to…

• Usama Mir, Mohammad Abbas Afridi and Haseebullah get their maiden call-up; Sahibzada Farhan, Azam Khan and uncapped Abrar Ahmed return to the squad • Shaheen Shah Afridi to lead Pakistan for the first time • Series to take place from 12 to 21 January 2024 Right-arm pacer Mohammad Abbas…

President Dr. Arif Alvi urged upon students to adopt modern technologies where they have greater opportunities to excel. Addressing the convocation of Virtual University in Islamabad today, he said the virtual format of acquiring education is getting importance across the globe. Dr Arif Alvi said online education system is assisting…

The United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) has adopted a unanimous resolution jointly tabled by Pakistan and Philippines on the “Promotion of interreligious and intercultural dialogue, understanding and cooperation for peace”. Introducing the resolution, Pakistan’s Permanent Representative Munir Akram said it is essential to promote a culture of peace, accommodating ethnic,…

Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar has reiterated that the government will not change its policy with regard to the illegal foreign nationals. Interacting with the local journalists in Quetta today, he said the government is committed to implement one-document regime in the country and everyone will have to follow it.…

Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar has inaugurated two initiatives including the Prime Minister’s Youth Skill Development Programme and the Electronic Public Procurement System in Balochistan aiming at youth empowerment and ensuring transparency in public procurements. Speaking on the occasion, he emphasized human resource development to bring economic revolution in the…

Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar has formally launched PTV’s Hazaragi transmission to promote cultural diversity of Balochistan. Addressing the ceremony in Quetta on Tuesday, he expressed the commitment to take measures for the promotion and welfare of the languages, artists and artisans of Balochistan. He said the world only knows…

Army Chief General Syed Asim Munir met Commander US Central Command General Michael Erik Kurilla during his visit to CENTCOM Headquarters at Tampa Bay in Florida. During the meeting, matters of shared interests, particularly cooperation in regional security matters came under discussion. Both sides discussed avenues of joint training and…

Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar has expressed deep sorrow and grief on the loss of precious lives due to the earthquake in Gansu province in China. In a post on social media platform X, he said our sympathies are with our Chinese brothers and sisters in this hour of grief.

Repatriation of illegal foreign nationals including Afghans to their homeland is continuing in a dignified and safe manner. 1586 illegal Afghan nationals returned to their country on Monday. So far, 438,376 illegal Afghans have been repatriated to Afghanistan.

National Database and Registration Authority has signed an agreement relating to Electronic Readmission Case Management System with Turkiye. The agreement was signed between representatives of NADRA and Presidency of Migration Management of the Republic of Turkiye in Ankara. The agreement intends to facilitate and accelerate the safe and humane return…