Friday, February 14th, 2025
Cholistan Jeep Rally: Adventure, Culture & Heritage
Dr. Muhammad Akram Zaheer The 20th annual Cholistan Jeep Rally is scheduled to take place from February 14 to 16, 2025, at the historic Derawar Fort. This highly anticipated event will draw participants and spectators from across Pakistan, with over 100 competitors expected to take part. More than just a sporting event, the rally is a celebration of the rich cultural heritage and history of South Punjab, bringing together sports enthusiasts, cultural admirers and adventure seekers. Since its inception, the Cholistan Jeep Rally has grown significantly, becoming one of Pakistan’sRead More
Business Community a Priority for Government: Parliamentary Secretary for Commerce
ISLAMABAD, FEB 14: /DNA/ – Parliamentary Secretary for the Ministry of Commerce, Dr. Zulfiqar Ali Bhatti, has affirmed that the business community is the true driving force behind Pakistan’s economy, and the government is committed to addressing its challenges on a priority basis. He made these remarks during an interaction session titled ‘Uraan Pakistan Vision’—Export Regulatory Challenges and Capacity Building for the Ecosystem—held at the Chamber House. Dr. Bhatti highlighted that, despite significant challenges, the country has emerged from difficult times through the steadfastness of the government and the cooperation,Read More
HEC , Council Of Higher Education Türkiye to develop collaboration roadmap
ISLAMABAD, FEB 14: /DNA/ – Chairman Higher Education Commission (HEC), Pakistan Prof. Dr. Mukhtar Ahmed held a meeting with President Council of Higher Education, Türkiye, Prof. Dr. Erol Özvar and discussed the potential of academic and research collaboration between higher institutions of both the countries. The two sides agreed to develop a roadmap to enhance collaboration between HEC Pakistan and Council of Higher Education, Republic of Türkiye. They discussed various areas for potential collaboration, including academic and research exchange initiatives, leadership development, and community-centric projects to foster sustainable growth inRead More
Rizwan, Agha steady Pakistan’s ship after early blows in final against NZ
KARACHI, FEB 14: Skipper Mohammad Rizwan and vice captain Salman Ali Agha have steadied Pakistan’s ship in final match of Tri-Nation Series against New Zealand after getting early blows at the National Bank Stadium in Karachi on Friday. Within 12 overs Pakistan had lost three wickets, including that of star batter Babar Azam (29), who chipped a return catch to Nathan Smith. Opener Fakhar Zaman (10) and Saud Shakeel (8) were routed cheaply. At the end of 26th over, Pakistan were 109/3 thanks to Rizwan (27) and Salman (27). Earlier,Read More
Cut in US aid to Afghanistan will have implications for Pakistan
The people of Afghanistan related with Pakistan in a way they did not with the people of any other neighbouring country, he added. Emphasizing the historical, cultural, and ethnic context of the Pak-Afghan relations, he urged the Government of Pakistan to also take a holistic sociocultural approach towards Afghanistan instead of treating it as a bureaucratic exercise. He countered the argument that Afghans did not like Pakistan Mahnoor Ansar ISLAMABAD: Ambassador Asif Durrani, Pakistan’s former Special Representative for Afghanistan expressed serious concerns over the US decision to halt economic assistanceRead More
30 Sri Lankan students arrive in Pakistan for higher studies
ISLAMABAD/KARACHI, FEB 14: /DNA/ – Another 30 Sri Lankan students have reached Pakistan to pursue MBBS degree in Pakistani medical universities under Allama Iqbal Scholarships for Sri Lankan Students. The students arrived at Jinnah International Airport, Karachi. These scholarships are a portion of the comprehensive educational programme entitled Pakistan-Sri Lanka Higher Education Cooperation Programme (HEC). The Sri Lankan students will pursue their medical education in top-notch medical institutions of Pakistan like DOW University of Health Sciences, Karachi and Liaquat University of Medical Sciences, Karachi. Both of these institutions are accreditedRead More