General News
R-4 Foreign Ministers Endorse Islamabad MoU Between US and Iran
Islamabad: The Foreign Ministers of Pakistan, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, and Turkiye have expressed their endorsement of the ‘Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding’ signed between the United States and the Islamic Republic of Iran. This development was high…
PM and Swiss Vice President Discuss Bilateral Cooperation in Key Sectors
Islamabad: Vice President and Foreign Minister of Switzerland Ignazio Cassis called on Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on the sidelines of the ongoing technical-level talks between the US and Iran at Burgenstock, Switzerland today. The Swiss Foreign Mi…
DPM Ishaq Dar Arrives in Madinah Al-Munawwarah
Islamabad: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar arrived in Madinah Al-Munawwarah on his way back from Cairo to Islamabad. He is set to pay his respects at Al-Masjid An-Nabawi and offer prayers.
According to Radio Pak…
Int’l Day of Yoga Being Observed Today with Theme ‘Yoga for Healthy Ageing’
Islamabad: International Day of Yoga is being observed today to raise awareness worldwide of the multiple benefits of practicing yoga. This annual event highlights how yoga can contribute to the physical and mental well-being of individuals across the…
PM, COAS Meet Iranian Delegation in Brgenstock
Islamabad: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif along with Chief of Army Staff and Chief of Defence Forces Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir and Iranian delegation held a meeting in Brgenstock, Switzerland today.
According to Radio Pakistan, the Iranian delega…
Pakistan, Bangladesh to Enhance Cooperation at Municipal Level
Islamabad: Pakistan and Bangladesh have agreed to enhance cooperation at the municipal level. The understanding was reached during a meeting between Chief Commissioner Islamabad Sohail Ashraf and Bangladesh’s High Commissioner Muhammad Iqbal Hussain i…
Government & Politics
PM Expresses Grief Over Demise of Former Senator Taj Muhammad Afridi
Islamabad: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has expressed deep grief over the demise of former Senator Taj Muhammad Afridi in a traffic accident. In his message, the Prime Minister prayed for the elevation of the departed soul’s ranks and extend…
Providing Timely Facilities to Needy People Among Government’s Top Priorities: PM
Islamabad: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif emphasized that providing timely facilities to deserving and needy people is among the foremost priorities of the government. He made this statement during a meeting with Managing Director Bait-ul-Mal …
PM Emphasizes Strong Pakistan-UK Partnership Amid Diplomatic Talks
Islamabad: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to maintaining a robust and forward-looking engagement with the United Kingdom as a longstanding strategic partner. He expressed this commitment during a meeting wi…
Health Care
Death Anniversary of Arfa Karim Being Observed Today
Lahore: The 14th death anniversary of the country’s computer prodigy, Arfa Karim Randhawa, is being observed today (Wednesday). She became the world’s youngest Microsoft Certified Professional at the age of nine.
According to Radio Pakistan, Microso…
Federal Cabinet Forms Committee to Review New Currency Note Designs
Islamabad: The Federal Cabinet, under the leadership of Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, convened in Islamabad to discuss the introduction of new currency notes designed to meet modern-day requirements. The initiative involves the expertise of …
Gilani Describes Senate as Guardian of Constitutional Balance
Islamabad: Acting President and Chairman Senate Syed Yousaf Raza Gilani has emphasized that devolution is not a threat to national cohesion but one of its strongest safeguards. He made these remarks during the concluding session of the Islamabad Devol…
Pakistan and Indonesia Review Potential Avenues for Investment
Islamabad: Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar spoke with Indonesian Minister of Investment and Downstream Industry and Chief Executive Officer of Indonesia’s Sovereign Wealth Fund (Danantara) Rosan Roeslani. The discussion focused on strengthening econom…
Pakistan, Qatar Vow to Further Strengthen Fraternal Bonds
Islamabad: Pakistan and Qatar have reaffirmed their shared resolve to further strengthen time-tested fraternal bonds. This development occurred during a telephonic conversation between Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Amir of the State of Qatar, His …
Pakistan Requests Increase in Hajj Quota to Accommodate Growing Population
Pakistan: Pakistan has formally requested the Saudi government to increase its Hajj quota to 230,000 in proportion to the country’s population, allowing more citizens to undertake the pilgrimage. The announcement was made by Minister for Religious Aff…