Sunday, September 24th, 2023
Still many a slip between the cup and the lip
Analysis Ansar M Bhatti While the enigmatic circumstances surrounding Shehbaz Sharif’s sudden departure to London continue to perplex, Nawaz Sharif, the supreme leader of PML-N, has unequivocally announced his return to Pakistan on October 21. His intention is not only to participate in the upcoming general elections slated for January 2024 but also to reinvigorate the waning popularity of the party. Nawaz Sharif remains in the spotlight for his audacious remarks regarding the accountability of former military figures, including the former chief of the army staff, former ISI chief, andRead More
National Day of China celebrated
LAHORE, SEPT 23 /DNA/ – Government officials and dignitaries gathered today in Lahore to mark the 74th Anniversary of the National Day of the People’s Republic of China. Governor Punjab Balighur Rehman, Chief Minister Punjab Mohsin Naqvi, Chinese Consul General Cao Ke, Federal Privatization Minister Fawad Hassan Fawad, Punjab Information Minister Amir Mir, and other prominent figures came together for a celebratory cake-cutting ceremony. This event underscores the strong and enduring friendship between Pakistan and China, reaffirming their commitment to furthering diplomatic and economic ties. The occasion was marked byRead More
Pakistan’s envoy presents credentials to Queen of Denmark
ISLAMABAD, Sep 24 (APP/DNA): Pakistan’s Ambassador to Denmark Shoaib Sarwar has presented his credentials to Queen of Denmark, Margarethe 2 on Friday (September 22) in Copenhagen. Ambassador Sarwar, before his appointment as Ambassador to Denmark, served at Prime Minister’s Office, Islamabad as Joint Secretary, said a press release received here on Sunday. During his diplomatic career, Shoaib Sarwar has earlier, served in Canada, Netherlands and USA. He holds BA(Hons) from University of Kent in United Kingdom and MBA from New York University, USA.
PM Kakar in London after UNGA session
DNA LONDON: After attending the 78th session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), Caretaker Prime Minister (PM) Anwaarul Haq Kakar reached London from New York. According to details, the caretaker prime minister was received by Deputy High Commissioner of Pakistan at the London airport. During his stay, the prime minister will be interviewed by various UK media outlets. He will also address a session at Oxford University. PM Kakar will return to Pakistan on September 27. PM Kakar arrived at London after concluding on a five-day visit to theRead More
Iran foils major bombing plot
The 30 “terrorist explosions” were meant to go off in crowded city centres, but all were prevented and 28 individuals were arrested News Desk Tehran: Iran says it has thwarted 30 explosions that were planned to go off simultaneously in the bustling capital, Tehran, to create chaos. The 30 “terrorist explosions” were meant to go off in crowded city centres, but all were prevented and 28 individuals were arrested in connection with the planned attacks during raids in Tehran, Alborz and West Azerbaijan provinces, according to a statement by the MinistryRead More
2 Palestinians killed by Israeli forces
News Desk WEST BANK: Two Palestinians were killed in an Israeli forces’ incursion in the West Bank early on Sunday, Palestinian news agency said. The two were killed by gunshots to the head during the operation that occurred in Nur Shams refugee camp in Tulkarm, according to WAFA. AP adds: Earlier, Israel continued to pound a militant site in Gaza on Saturday for the second time in as many days, the Israeli army said, after Palestinian militants sent incendiary balloons into Israeli farmland and Palestinian protesters threw stones and explosivesRead More