Thursday, October 14th, 2021
‘China key pillar of Pakistan’s North-South connectivity vision’
Islamabad : National Security Adviser Dr Moeed Yusuf has said China is a key pillar of the vision of Pakistan’s north-south connectivity coming through the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor. In an interview, he said that new situation in Afghanistan would turn into a connectivity corridor. Dr Moeed stressed the need for a coordinating mechanism on engagement with the region and the rest of the world before recognition of the Taliban government. He said Prime Minister Imran Khan has set a new paradigm whereby ‘Pakistan will never be up for sale’, butRead More
Kohli gets a last shot at World Cup glory as India captain
DUBAI, 14 Oct 2021: Virat Kohli will be looking for a fairytale ending to his leadership of India’s Twenty20 team as he chases an elusive first major title at the World Cup. The 32-year-old Kohli will step down as T20 skipper after the 16-nation tournament in the United Arab Emirates and Oman that starts on Sunday. The prolific run-scorer has also quit as captain of Indian Premier League side Royal Challengers Bangalore and many have welcomed his decision to concentrate more on his batting. Kohli had been at the centreRead More
Nigeria to bar unvaccinated civil servants from offices
Authorities in Nigeria have announced that government workers who have not received Covid-19 jabs will not be allowed into their offices from December. This effectively makes covid vaccines mandatory for federal civil servants across the country – a policy the government has been considering for several months. Chairman of the Presidential Steering Committee on Covid-19 Boss Mustapha said proof of a negative Covid test done within 72 hours will be the only other option for government employees. The government has not made any mention of visitors to its offices. NigeriaRead More
PM emphasizes on close coordination b/w Islamabad, Tehran on Afghanistan situation
Islamabad : Prime Minister Imran Khan has emphasized on close coordination between Pakistan and Iran through the platform of six neighbouring countries on evolving situation in Afghanistan. Talking to the Chief of General Staff of the Armed Forces of Iran Major General Mohammad Bagheri in Islamabad, he said the two countries have direct stake in peace and stability in Afghanistan. The Prime Minister said Pakistan wishes to see a peaceful and stable Afghanistan with sustainable economy and promoting connectivity. He also underscored that the international community must remain positively engaged,Read More