General News
CDA and EOBI to Launch Joint Projects in Islamabad
Islamabad: The Capital Development Authority (CDA) and the Employees’ Old-Age Benefits Institution (EOBI) are set to collaboratively embark on a series of projects spanning tourism, recreation, the hotel industry, and additional sectors within Islamab…
Mashhood, Gumbonzvanda Discuss Expanding Opportunities for Young Women
Islamabad: Chairman Prime Minister’s Youth Programme, Rana Mashhood Ahmad Khan, met with Deputy Executive Director of UN Women Ms. Nyaradzayi Gumbonzvanda in New York to discuss expanding opportunities for young women through digital skills, entrepren…
Mustafa Assures Chinese Investors of Govt’s Full Support
Islamabad: Minister for National Health Services Mustafa Kamal has assured Chinese investors of the government’s full support and facilitation for investment in Pakistan’s pharmaceutical and healthcare sector. Addressing the Pakistan-China Business-to…
DPM, Kuwaiti FM Discuss Latest Regional Developments
Islamabad: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar received a telephone call today from the Foreign Minister of the State of Kuwait, Sheikh Jarrah Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah. The two Foreign Ministers discussed the latest de…
Nelson Mandela International Day Observed Worldwide
Islamabad: Nelson Mandela International Day was observed on Saturday to celebrate the life and legacy of Nelson Mandela.
According to Radio Pakistan, Nelson Mandela devoted his life to the service of humanity as a human rights lawyer, international…
Govt Revises Prices of Petroleum Products Effective Immediately
Islamabad: The government has revised the prices of petroleum products for three days starting from today.
According to Radio Pakistan, a press release issued by the Ministry of Energy announced that the price of petrol has been increased by 5.44 ru…
Government & Politics
President, PM Reaffirm Resolve to Eradicate Child Labour
Islamabad: President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif have reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to completely eliminate child labour in the country, emphasizing the need to protect children from exploitation. Their messages come as the n…
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…
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
Pak-China Healthcare Investment Conference Set to Boost Bilateral Ties
Islamabad: The two-day Pak-China Pharmaceutical and Healthcare B2B Investment Conference will commence in Islamabad from tomorrow. The event aims to foster collaboration and investment in the pharmaceutical, healthcare, and biotechnology sectors betwe…
International Widows’ Day Being Observed Today
Islamabad: International Widows’ Day is being observed today.
The day is aimed at drawing attention to the voices and experiences of widows and to galvanize the unique support that they need. According to Radio Pakistan, this observance seeks to high…
World Blood Donor Day Highlights Critical Need for Blood Donations in Pakistan
Islamabad: World Blood Donor Day was observed today (Sunday), emphasizing the importance of blood donation and encouraging the public to contribute to life-saving efforts.
According to Radio Pakistan, this year’s campaign, ‘One Drop of Humanity. Giv…
Geo-Economics Prioritized in Pakistan’s Foreign Policy, Says Deputy Prime Minister
Islamabad: Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar has emphasized the importance of geo-economics as a fundamental aspect of Pakistan’s foreign policy under the leadership of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. He highlighted that the government is implementing to…
Punjab Govt Imposes Complete Ban on Petrol, Diesel Vehicles for Govt Departments
Lahore: Punjab government has decided to impose a complete ban on purchase of petrol and diesel vehicles for government departments with a vision to promote environment-friendly transportation.
According to Radio Pakistan, only electric or hybrid ve…
FO Terms Indian NSA’s Rhetoric as Hate-Mongering
Islamabad: Foreign Office Spokesperson Tahir Andrabi says the recent remarks by Indian National Security Advisor are not surprising. He said this while responding to media queries regarding the Indian National Security Advisor’s remarks on “avenging h…