Sunday, June 2nd, 2024
Ishaq Dar, Iranian FM Ali Bagheri discuss Gaza crisis over phone
ISLAMABAD, JUN 2 /DNA/ – Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar @MIshaqDar50 today received a telephone call from Acting Foreign Minister of Iran Ali Bagheri. They discussed the situation in Gaza and unabated Israeli atrocities there. The Deputy Prime Minister reiterated Pakistan’s full support for all initiatives aimed at ending the genocide in Gaza and for humanitarian relief to the Palestinian people.
Wapda wins All Pakistan M Majid and Abdul Nasir Memorial Basketball Tournament
By our correspondent ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Wapda emerged victorious in a nail-biting showdown against Pakistan Air Force, clinching the All Pakistan Muhammad Majid and Abdul Nasir Memorial Basketball Tournament on Sunday here at Siddique Memon Sports Complex Karachi organized under the umbrella of Pakistan Basketball Federation (PBBF). In a fiercely contested match, both teams displayed exceptional skills and tenacity, battling until the final moments. Wapda, however, seized control in the last quarter, securing a thrilling 68-67 points victory. Zainul Hassan of Wapda emerged as the hero of the day, contributing aRead More
“Unpacking Alvi’s 7-Points
By: Qamar Bashir After his retirement as President and Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, Dr. Arif Alvi, following a brief period of hibernation, has proposed a 7-point plan as a starting point for all stakeholders currently at an impasse, unsure of their next moves. However, at this point, the plan is vague and may only gather weight and effectiveness as time passes. Currently, it raises many questions. For example, while the plan suggests that all stakeholders should come to the table, it fails to specify who these stakeholders are.Read More
CPNE Elects New Leadership: Irshad Arif President, Aijaz Ul Haq Secretary General
ISLAMABAD, JUN 2 /DNA/ – Council of Pakistan Newspaper Editors (CPNE) held its annual elections in Karachi on 31st May 2023. The elections witnessed active participation from the member editors of the council, highlighting the commitment to upholding journalistic standards and integrity in Pakistan. In a significant development, Irshad Arif Editor in Chief of 92 News was elected as the President of CPNE & Aijaz Ul Haq Managing Editor of Express Group was elected as the Secretary General. Election in the highest and esteemed body of editors of Pakistan isRead More
PBF says dollar value of Rs 295 for the upcoming fiscal year has been determined by the MOF
Lahore, JUN 2 /DNA/ – The Pakistan Business Forum (PBF) has warned that the business community is likely to experience additional depreciation in the currency. This is due to the Finance Division setting the dollar value at Rs 295 for the upcoming fiscal year budget, indicating an Rs 10 per dollar depreciation in the local currency. Interestingly, the IMF’s report from last month projected the rupee to be valued at Rs 328 to a dollar. PBF President, Khawaja Mehboob ur Rehman, stated during a press briefing on Sunday that unlessRead More
RDA organizes training session on E-Filing system
RAWALPINDI, JUN 02 (DNA) — Rawalpindi Development Authority (RDA) on the directives of Director General (DG) RDA Kinza Murtaza has organized a training session on the E-Filing and Office Automation System (E-FOAS) for all the RDA officers. According to a RDA spokesman, Ishfaq Ali Dhillow, Director of Operations at Punjab Information Technology Board (PITB), provided a comprehensive presentation on E-FOAS and explained that the government of Punjab had mandated the use of E-FOAS to maintain easily accessible records of notes, approvals, and proposals. “This system helps prevent the loss of critical documentsRead More