Monday, October 14th, 2024
Canada, India expel diplomats
India-Canada relations have been tense since 2023 when Trudeau said Canada had credible evidence to link Indian agents to the assassination of Sikh leader OTTAWA, OCT 14: Canada has expelled six Indian diplomats after a police investigation into “criminal activity” uncovered a “campaign of violence” against dissidents. A US newspaper reported on Monday that the diplomats had been expelled, and it in a tit-for-tat move, the Indian foreign ministry said that New Delhi had expelled six Canadian diplomats, giving them until Saturday to leave the country. That came hours afterRead More
Italian Navy carrier strike group arrives in Karachi for bilateral exercise
KARACHI, OCT 14 /DNA/ – The Italian Navy Carrier Strike Group comprising Aircraft Carrier ITS CAVOUR and Frigate ITS ALPINO, arrived in Karachi on a three-day visit followed by a bilateral exercise. Upon arrival in Karachi, the Italian Navy ships were warmly welcomed by senior officials of Pakistan Navy and the Ambassador of Italy. Following the arrival, an Italian delegation led by the Ambassador of Italy, Marilina ARMELLIN, along with Rear Admiral Stefano BARBIERI, Capability Director of the Italian Defence General Staff, called on Commander Pakistan Fleet, Rear Admiral AbdulRead More
PM Shehbaz, Chinese Premier Li inaugurate Gwadar airport
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Chinese Premier Li Qiang, who landed in Islamabad on a four-day official visit earlier today ahead of Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit, virtually inaugurated the Gwadar International Airport part of the multi-billion dollars CPEC project. Both prime ministers were at hands to unveil the plaque of Gwadar airport during the ceremony held at Prime Minister’s (PM) House. The ceremony was attended by members of the both delegations, ministers, military leadership and senior officials. Play Video“The landmark achievement was all about time-tested friendship between theRead More
ISNET, ISP to host workshop on `Space Technology for Disaster Management’
ISLAMABAD, OCT 14 (DNA) —”As a part of its efforts towards enhancing global disaster management efforts, the Inter-Islamic Network on Space Sciences and Technology (ISNET), in collaboration with the Iranian Space Agency (ISA), has announced an international workshop focused on “Space Technology Applications for Disaster Management.” According to an official source, the event scheduled to take place from December 15-17 in Tehran, promises to be a unique platform for exchanging knowledge on how cutting-edge space technology can be leveraged to enhance disaster preparedness and resilience. The workshop will bring togetherRead More
PODA pushes for formal recognition of rural impact in Pakistan
RAWALPINDI, OCT 14 /DNA/ – On the eve of International Rural Women’s Day, celebrated globally on 15 October, rural women leaders in 70 districts across Pakistan today demanded the government should officially recognize 15 October as a National Day for Rural Women like other countries, and celebrate it annually at the national level. Speaking from the platform of Rural Women Alliance, facilitated by Potohar Organization for Development Advocacy (PODA), the rural women representatives in each district made these demands addressed issues of women’s rights, development, and gender equality, urging theRead More
Premier Li Qiang, Gen. Asim Munir strengthen ties with cordial meeting ahead of SCO Summit
ISLAMABAD, OCT 14 /DNA/ – The Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) meeting in Islamabad marked the arrival of Chinese Premier Li Qiang. The Premier was warmly received by Pakistan’s Army Chief, General Syed Asim Munir, Nishan-e-Imtiaz (Military), who greeted him with great enthusiasm. During the cordial meeting, Premier Li Qiang and General Munir exchanged a warm handshake, reflecting the strong ties between China and Pakistan. The visit emphasizes both nations’ commitment to cooperation and partnership within the SCO framework.