Tuesday, October 1st, 2024
Newly-arrived Maldives HC pays courtesy visit to Indian acting envoy
ISLAMABAD, Oct 1 /DNA/ – The newly-appointed High Commissioner of the Maldives, Mohamed Thoha, paid a courtesy call on the Acting High Commissioner of India, Ms. Geetika Srivastava, in Islamabad. During the meeting, both sides engaged in discussions on matters of mutual interest, underscoring the importance of strengthening bilateral ties between the two nations.
Olympian Sadaf selected for IOC Course abroad
By our correspondent ISLAMABAD: Olympian Sadaf Siddiqui has been selected for the International Coaching Course in General Conditioning starting in the first week of October at the Hungarian University of Sport Sciences, Hungary. The course is a part of International Olympic Committee (IOC) efforts to impart latest training to improve the overall standard of coaches and officials in the developing countries. Sadaf Siddiqui, who met with the Pakistan Olympic Association (POA) Vice President Begum Ishrat Ashraf and POA Secretary General Muhammad Khalid Mahmood to share her future plans in theRead More
FS Baloch reaffirms commitment to preserving Pak archeological heritage
Foreign Secretary Amna Baloch expressed her deep pride in the country’s rich and multi-layered legacy. She highlighted how the ancient civilizations of the Indus Valley and Gandhara, which flourished in present-day Pakistan, continue to inspire modern society Mahnoor Ansar ISLAMABAD: The International Conference on ‘Celebrating Pakistan’s Ancient Archeological and Civilizational Heritage’, organized by ISSI, concluded with the Foreign Secretary of Pakistan, Ms. Amna Baloch, reaffirming commitment to preserving and promoting Pakistan’s rich archeological and civilizational heritage. The one-day conference drew a significant gathering of diplomats, cultural experts, and academics, underscoringRead More
Champions Trophy 2025: BCCI VP breaks silence on India’s travel to Pakistan
ISLAMABAD, OCT 1: Board for Cricket Control in India (BCCI) vice-president Rajeev Shukla has opened up about the possibility of the Indian cricket team visiting Pakistan for the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy 2025. Pakistan are scheduled to host the prestigious ICC tournament in February next year, however, India’s participation remains uncertain as the BCCI seeks the government’s approval to visit the country. “No decision has been taken (yet). But our policy is that for international tours, we always seek the permission of the government. It’s up to the government toRead More
Forging Ahead: Pakistan-Malaysia bilateral ties and opportunities
Muhammad Mohsin Iqbal The longstanding relationship between Pakistan and Malaysia is rooted in shared cultural, religious, and political values, reinforced by mutual respect and cooperation across various sectors. Both nations, being Muslim-majority countries, have developed close diplomatic ties, often collaborating in regional and global forums. The upcoming visit of Malaysian Prime Minister Dato’ Seri Anwar Ibrahim to Pakistan highlights the strength of these ties and presents an opportunity to expand cooperation in key areas like trade, energy, and tourism. Dato’ Seri Anwar Ibrahim, accompanied by a high-level delegation, will visitRead More
IRS hosts book launch of “Al-Mahallab” – A new chapter in Pakistan’s Islamic legacy
ISLAMABAD, OCT 1 /DNA/ – Justice Dr. Syed Mohammad Anwar’s book “Al-Mahallab, Khita-e-Pakistan main Islam ka pehla Alambardar ” was launched in Institute of Regional Studies Islamabad. The event was attended by a large number of professors, writers, journalists and scholars. Dr. Khurram Iqbal of NDU gave the introduction and highlighted the importance of the book in the context of the history of Islam. Dr. Anjum of the History Department of Quaid-e-Azam University presented the thematic review of the book. The former chairman of the Islamic Ideological Council Dr. QiblaRead More