Friday, March 14th, 2025
UN Security Council condemns Jaffar Express terror attack
ISLAMABAD, MAR 14 /DNA/ – Members of the UN Security Council through a Press Statement today have condemned in the strongest terms the terrorist attack on Jaffar Express Passenger Train. Members of the UNSC: • Expressed their deepest sympathy and condolences to the families of the victims and to the Government and the people of Pakistan; • Wished a speedy and full recovery for the injured; • Reaffirmed that terrorism in all its forms and manifestations constitutes one of the most serious threats to international peace and security; • UnderlinedRead More
Jail authorities fail to present Imran in court
IHC directs Adiala jail SP, Islamabad IG to submit their affidavits in this regard Court Reporter ISLAMABAD: Despite the Islamabad High Court (IHC) order, the jail authorities failed to produce Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan before the court in personal capacity on Friday. The IHC had directed the authorities in this regard during the hearing of Mashal Yousafzai’s petition against the denial of permission to meet the PTI leader, who is incarcerated at Rawalpindi’s Adiala Jail. Initially during today’s hearing, the court remarked that if the Islamabad advocate generalRead More
India main sponsor of terror incidents in Balochistan, says DG ISPR on Jaffar Express attack
RAWALPINDI, MAR 14: Director General of Inter-Services Public Relations (DG ISPR) Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry on Friday termed India main sponsor of terrorism in Balochistan, saying the latest attack on Jaffar Express is the continuation of the same policy. Addressing a media briefing flanked by Balochistan Chief Minister Sarfraz Bugti, the DG ISPR said: “The latest attack in Balochistan and other terrorist incidents that took place in the past…we understand that the main sponsor of these [attacks] is your eastern neighbor.” The outlawed Baloch Liberation Army (BLA), during Tuesday’sRead More
Pakistan Crypto Council officially launched to shape the future of digital finance
ISLAMABAD, MAR 14 /DNA/ – The Pakistan Crypto Council (PCC) has officially been launched, marking a significant step in the country’s efforts to regulate and integrate blockchain technology and digital assets into its financial landscape. The council is set to play a pivotal role in formulating policies, fostering innovation, and ensuring a secure and forward-thinking approach to crypto adoption in Pakistan. The Finance Minister of Pakistan, Muhammad Aurangzeb will serve as the Chair of the Pakistan Crypto Council, demonstrating the government’s commitment to the evolving digital economy. Bilal Bin Saqib,Read More
Media Urged to Play a Catalytic Role in Driving Population Management
ISLAMABAD, MAR 14 (DNA) — The media has a vital role to play in advancing the population management agenda in Pakistan, particularly in addressing the challenges posed by rapid population growth—a major hurdle to national progress and development. This was the central theme of the National Media Coalition Meeting on Harnessing Media for Positive Social Change, organized by the Population Council with the support of UNFPA. Journalists from leading media outlets across Pakistan participated, emphasizing the media’s power to shape public discourse, and policy action. In his welcome remarks, Dr. AliRead More
PM Shehbaz Message on Int’l Day to Combat Islamophobia
ISLAMABAD, MAR 14 /DNA/ – We join the international community in commemorating 15th March as the International Day to Combat Islamophobia. Three years ago, the United Nations General Assembly adopted its landmark decision to mark this day amidst increasing prejudice, hatred, discrimination, and attacks against Muslim communities, as well as their sacred symbols and places of worship. This day not only serves as a stark reminder of the gravity of the challenges being faced by Muslims worldwide but also as a powerful call to action, reflecting the collective will ofRead More