Wednesday, February 19th, 2025
Pak-Russia freight train to start next month
LAHORE, Feb 19 (APP/DNA):Sufiyan Sarfaraz Dogar, Chief Executive Officer of Pakistan Railways Freight, said on Wednesday that Pakistan-Russia international freight train service is expected to commence its operations by March 15, 2025. The initiative aims to boost regional trade with Iran, Turkmenistan, Kazakhstan, and Russia. He also sought containerized cargo commitments from the whole business community in general and members of All Pakistan Textile Mills Association (APTMA) in particular for the upcoming run. He emphasized the significant potential for enhancing trade between Pakistan, Russia and transit countries including Iran, Turkmenistan,Read More
The strength of a father and the fragility of society
A few days ago, a highly anticipated boxing match between two celebrities ended in a dramatic fashion. One of the fighters suffered a decisive loss, but what caught my attention was his young son’s reaction. Unable to bear the sight of his father’s defeat, the child broke into tears a scene that was both poignant and unsettling. Though everything about the moment seemed normal, I couldn’t shake off an odd feeling about it. I pondered over it for two days, analyzing it from every angle, yet something still felt outRead More
PN, Royal Saudi Naval Forces bilateral exercise “Affaa Al Sahel VII” concludes
DNA Karachi, 19 Feb: The bilateral training exercise Affaa Al Sahel VII between the Special Operations Forces (SOFs) of Royal Saudi Naval Forces (RSNF) and Special Service Group of Pakistan Navy [SSG (N)] concluded with a high-intensity Final Test Exercise (FTX). Commander Coast, Rear Admiral Faisal Amin, along with senior military officials from both sides, witnessed the exercise. During the exercise, RSNF SOFs and SSG (N) teams demonstrated advanced tactics and drills, including joint live-fire exercises, precision raid operations, and dynamic rappelling maneuvers in a simulated high-threat environment. The drillsRead More
Ambassador Jemal presents his credentials to Tajikistan President
DUSHANBE, FEB 19: /DNA/ – Jemal Beker Abdula, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia (FDRE) Designated to the Republic of Tajikistan with Residence in Islamabad formally presented his credentials to H.E. Emomali Rahmon, President of the Republic of Tajikistan here on Wednesday. Ambassador Dr. Jemal Beker, who is also a non-resident Ambassador of the FDR Ethiopia to Turkmenistan and the Kyrgyz Republic with residence in Islamabad, presented the credentials at the Palace of Nation, Dushanbe during a formal credentials presentation ceremony. Addressing the Credential PresentationRead More
Champions Trophy: Pakistan off to flying start as bowlers grab early wickets in maiden match
KARACHI: Pakistan struck early in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 opener, dismissing New Zealand’s Devon Conway, Kane Williamson and Daryl Mitchell. The brilliant start at Karachi’s National Bank Cricket Stadium has electrified home fans, setting the tone for a strong performance. The young spinner Abrar Ahmed removed Conway for 10 in the eighth over, whereas, Naseem Shah dismissed the dangerous Williamson for 1 in the nighth over. Haris Rauf broke the partnership between Mitchell and Will Young as he dismissed the former for 10. Earlier, Pakistan won the toss andRead More
