Sunday, July 15th, 2018
High-level huddle reviews internal security
QUETTA, (DNA) – Caretaker Prime Minister Justice (retired) Nasirul Mulk on Sunday chaired a high-level meeting at Governor s House to review law and order situation in Balochistan. Earlier, the interim prime minister visited the of house of former Balochistan chief minister Nawab Aslam Raisani and condoled martyrdom of his younger brother Nawabzada Mir Siraj Raisani in a suicide bomb attack in Mastung. Prime Minister Mulk also visited the Combined Military Hospital (CMH) and inquired about the health of injured persons of Mastung tragedy. He prayed for their speedy recovery. Senate Chairman MuhammadRead More
France overpower Croatia 4-2 to win World Cup
MOSCOW: (DNA) – France overwhelmed Croatia 4-2 in the World Cup final at Moscow’s Luzhniki stadium on Sunday to lift the trophy for the second time in 20 years. The French, playing their third World Cup final, were made to sweat initially and were lucky to go ahead when Croatia striker Mario Mandzukic headed an Antoine Griezmann free kick into his own net in the 18th minute, the first own goal in a World Cup final. Ivan Perisic levelled with a powerful shot 10 minutes later but the Croatia midfielderRead More
Nasser Hussain rates Pakistan as favorites to win ICC World Cup 2019
ISLAMABAD: (DNA) – Former England skipper Nasser Hussain termed Pakistan as the favourites to clinch the title of ICC World Cup in 2019. The long-awaited ICC World Cup is all set to kick off from 30 May to 14 July 2019. Overall, it will be the 12th edition of the mega event and is scheduled to be hosted by England and Wales in the United Kingdom (UK). As world cricket body ICC has had made some amendments, only top ten teams will participate in this World Cup. As things are gearingRead More
Xi sends condolences to Pakistani president over deadly terrorist attack
BEIJING, July 15 (DNA): Chinese President Xi Jinping on Sunday sent a message of condolences to his Pakistani counterpart, Mamnoon Hussain over a deadly terrorist attack in Pakistan. In his message, Xi expressed deep condolences to the victims and conveyed heartfelt sympathies to the bereaved families and the injured. Terrorism is a universal enemy of humanity, Xi said, adding that China firmly opposes terrorism in all its forms and strongly condemns the terrorist attack in Pakistan. Xi said the Chinese people have always stood side by side with the PakistaniRead More
819 intending pilgrims arrive Madina Munawarrah
Eight hundred and nineteen intending pilgrims from Pakistan have arrived at Madina Munawarrah where they have been warmly welcomed. According to Office of Pilgrims Affairs in Madina, first flight coming from Sukkur/Karachi arrived at the city airport where it was received by Director General Hajj Sajid Yousafani, Pakistan Deputy Consul General Shaiq Bhutto, and other officials. The pilgrims will spend eight days in Madina before embarking for Makkah Mukarrama.
Cultural exchanges best way to boost Pak-French cooperation, enhance understanding: Ali Zafar
ISLAMABAD, Jul 14 (DNA)-Minister for Information, Broadcasting, National History and Literary Heritage Barrister Syed Ali Zafar on Saturday said cultural exchanges between Pakistan and France were the best way to increase bilateral understanding and mutual cooperation between the two countries in diverse areas. Speaking to an audience gathered at a hotel here to celebrate National Day of France, he said Pakistan was looking forward to boost cooperation with France in areas of climate change, water, energy and controlling of population. Congratulating the people and government of France on their nationalRead More