Monday, January 27th, 2025
Pakistan to overcome mistakes to improve performance: Shan Masood
MULTAN, JAN 27 (APP): Pakistan skipper Shan Masood on Monday said that it was a tough contest and Pakistan would overcome the mistakes to improve performance in the upcoming fixtures. Holding a press conference following his team’s 120-run defeat to the West Indies in the second Test at Multan Cricket Stadium, bringing the two-match series to a 1-1 draw. He acknowledged the team’s shortcomings and highlighted key lessons for the future. “We did not get the result we wanted,” Masood admitted, “Batting in the fourth innings on this pitch wasRead More
Pakistan, Azerbaijan forge stronger economic ties
ISLAMABAD, JAN 27 (DNA): Federal Minister for Commerce Jam Kamal Khan and Azerbaijan’s Ambassador to Pakistan, Khazar Farhadov, held a crucial meeting to bolster economic cooperation between the two nations. The discussion focused on preparations for Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s state visit to Azerbaijan, according to a release issued here Monday. Highlighting the importance of people-to-people connections for fostering trade and investment, the meeting underscored the need for timely implementation of agreements. The Ambassador also shared plans to establish an Azerbaijan Trade House in Islamabad, Lahore and Karachi. The MinisterRead More
Muslim Aid Pakistan constructs smart houses for vulnerable families in Chitral
Musim Aid Pakistan Empowers 200 women through economic training in embroidery and the dry-fruit sector, WASH facilities healthcare centers and schools in Chitral PESHAWAR, JAN 27 /DNA/ – Muslim Aid Pakistan held the closing ceremony of its landmark project, *”Chitral Relief and Recovery – Empowering Communities through Immediate Relief and Recovery Initiatives”, on Monday. The event brought together a diverse group of stakeholders, including government officials, representatives from disaster and relief organizations like NDMA and PDMA KP, NGOs, INGOs, philanthropists, and other prominent figures from the humanitarian sector. As perRead More
2nd Chief of Army Staff Inter Club tourney: Rising Stars Hockey Club beats Gilgit to qualify for Lahore round
ISLAMABAD: High Commissioner of Brunei Kamal Ahmed giving runner’s up award to the Captain of the Gilgit-Baltistan team. -DNA President of the winning team, Rising Stars Hockey Club, Mahmood Ahmad, General Secretary Sohail Akram Janjua, team manager Ansar Mahmood Bhatti and coach Asif Bhatti congratulated the team ISLAMABAD: Team Management of the Rising Stars Hockey Club with the High Commissioner of Brunei. DNA DNA ISLAMABAD: Second Chief of Army Staff Interclub Hockey Championship 2024-25 Provincial Round 3 in the name of Rising Stars Hockey Club Islam* According to the details,Read More
Senate body approves ‘contentious’ Peca bill amid JUI-F, journalists’ opposition
ISLAMABAD, JAN 27: The Senate Standing Committee on Interior has approved the Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act (Peca) amendment bill despite opposition from Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam-Fazl (JUI-F) and journalist organisations. According to Geo News, during discussions on the bill, JUI-F Senator Kamran Murtaza expressed concern over the hasty approval process. “How can this bill be approved so quickly? There wasn’t enough time to read, let alone consult on it,” he remarked. He criticised the bill for its lack of clarity, saying that the term “fake news” is undefined, raising questions on howRead More
Convoy of 70 vehicles departs for Parachinar with essential supplies
PESHAWAR, JAN 27 (APP/DNA): A large convoy of 70 vehicles carrying essential goods has been dispatched to Parachinar, with police and district administration ensuring its safety, and security forces on standby for support. According to official reports on Monday the convoy aims at supplying Parachinar with essential food items, including flour, oil, vegetables, fruits, and other goods. The convoy comprises 20 oil tankers and multiple trucks loaded with food and medical supplies. The route starts from Tall and will head towards Parachinar. Authorities have vowed to deal firmly with anyRead More