ISLAMABAD, MAR 3: /DNA/ – The Government of Pakistan condemns in the strongest possible terms Israeli decision to block critical humanitarian aid from entering Gaza, during the Holy month of Ramadan. This latest action is part of Israel’s systematic campaign to deny much needed humanitarian aid to millions of Palestinians in dire need. This constitutes yet another blatant violation of international law by the occupying power, and could imperil the ceasefire agreement. We call on the international community to ensure unrestricted humanitarian access to Gaza, and to hold Israel accountableRead More

PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari was scheduled to meet Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif yesterday Saifullah Ansar ISLAMABAD: A scheduled meeting between Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari on Monday has been delayed. Bilawal, who was expected to arrive in Islamabad yesterday, postponed his visit due to “preoccupation with some important matters,” according to party insiders. The two leaders are now expected to meet within the next few days. Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari was scheduled to meet PM Shehbaz Sharif today. The PPP chairman was to attend aRead More

ISLAMABAD, MAR 3 /DNA/ – High Commissioner of the United Kingdom, Jane Marriott, paid a courtesy call on the Prime Minister at Prime Minister House earlier today. The Prime Minister conveyed his greetings to His Majesty King Charles III and wished him a quick recovery to full health. He also reiterated his invitation to His Majesty for undertaking a Royal visit to Pakistan at his earliest convenience. The Prime Minister also expressed satisfaction at the progress made in bilateral ties between the two countries. While discussing the global situation, theRead More

DNA ISLAMABAD — The Embassy of Romania and the Pakistan National Council of the Arts (PNCA) are pleased to announce the commencement of opera singing courses at PNCA, starting Wednesday, April 9, 2025. These sessions will be conducted twice a week by the esteemed Romanian soprano and opera singer, Georgiana Costea-Glugă. Course Details:                 • Schedule: Wednesdays and Fridays, 2:30 PM – 4:30 PM;                 • Location: Pakistan National Council of the Arts (PNCA), F-5/1, Islamabad;                 • Age Limit: 14 years and above (Participants under 14 will focus onRead More

ISLAMABAD, MAR 03 (DNA) — The price of 24 karat per tola gold increased by Rs.1,500 and was sold at Rs 301,500 on Monday against its sale at Rs300,000 on previous trading day, All Pakistan Sarafa Gems and Jewelers Association reported. The price of 10 grams of 24 karat gold also increased by Rs.1,286 to Rs.258,487 from Rs.257,201  whereas that of 10 gram 22 karat went up by Rs.1,179 to Rs.236,955 from Rs.235,776.  The prices of per tola silver increased by Rs.30 to Rs.3, 270 whereas that of ten gram silverRead More

ISLAMABAD, MAR 1 /DNA/ – The British High Commission in Pakistan held a closing ceremony to celebrate the achievements of the Chevening Climate Mentorship Scheme participants. Through the scheme, 25 young climate activists, journalists and professionals were connected with 11 Chevening alumni who are actively working in the climate sector. With support from their mentors and the wider group, mentees have developed podcasts, documentaries and articles on the impacts of climate change for major channels and publications. They have organised youth climate conferences and events on climate negotiations and climateRead More