Sunday, March 16th, 2025
CM Gandapur opposes Centre’s ‘flawed’ policy to expel Afghan refugees
“Centre’s policy on Afghan refugees is flawed… approach taken in past violated human rights,” says KP CM PESHAWAR, MAR 16 – Weeks after the federal government asked “illegal foreigners” and Afghan Citizen Card holders, residing in Pakistan, to leave before March 31, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur castigated the Centre’s policy, saying that they should not be expelled from the country forcefully.”The Centre’s policy on Afghan refugees is flawed… The approach taken in the past violated human rights,” the provincial chief executive said while addressing a press conferenceRead More
Foreign diplomats, leaders unite against terrorism at Lahore iftar gathering
LAHORE, MAR 16 /DNA/ – In a significant development, the foreign diplomats, politicians , renowned scholars have unanimously set the tone for one voice against all faces of terrorism sabotaging Pakistan’s security and sovereignty and resolved to stay united with all pillars of state as well as people to help Pakistan eradiate the menace once for all. Talha Barki new member of the federal cabinet,Consul General of Turkey Durmas Bastag, Consul General of Iran Mehr Mowahid Far, Acting Consul General of China Mr. Cao, Political Officer of China Mr. Fan,Read More
Russian Navy Flotilla arrives in Karachi for goodwill visit
KARACHI, MAR 16: /DNA/ – A Russian Navy Flotilla, comprising frigates RFS REZKIY and RFS ALDAR TSYDENZHAPOV, along with medium sea tanker RFS PECHENGA, arrived in Karachi for a goodwill visit from 15 to 18 March 2025. Upon arrival, the Russian warships were accorded a warm welcome by officials of the Pakistan Navy, along with the Russian Consul General and Defence Attaché. During the port call, the crew of the visiting ships will engage in professional discussions with Pakistan Navy personnel and participate in bilateral ship visits. Furthermore, Russian andRead More
Nushki Attack: Security Forces, Civilians martyred in cowardly bombing
RAWALPINDI, MAR 16 /DNA/ – A vehicle borne suicide bomber exploded himself on a security forces convoy in Nushki District. Resultantly, five brave sons of soil embraced shahadat; three security forces personnel and two innocent civilians. Shuhada include Havildar Manzoor Ali (Age: 38 years, resident of District Nawab Shah), Havildar Ali Bilawal (Age: 39 years, resident of District Naseer Abad), Naik Abdul Raheem (Age: 34 years, resident of District Badin), Civilian Driver Jalal ud Din (resident of District Quetta) and Civilian Driver Muhammad Naeem (resident of District Kharan). In theRead More
Uzbekistan business delegation visits RCCI
RAWALPINDI, MAR 16 /DNA/ – A high-level business delegation from Uzbekistan’s food industry visited the Rawalpindi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (RCCI). The 15-member delegation was led by Mr. Bakhrom Yusupov, Trade and Economic Counsellor at the Embassy of Uzbekistan. RCCI President Usman Shaukat, in his welcome remarks, provided an overview of RCCI’s initiatives and its role in fostering trade relations and regional connectivity. He highlighted the immense potential for trade expansion in Central Asia and emphasized the importance of strengthening economic ties between Pakistan and Uzbekistan. Group Leader SohailRead More
JUI-F to decide on possible anti-govt PTI alliance after Eid, says Maulana Fazl
ISLAMABAD, MAR 16: Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam-Fazl (JUI-F) will decide on the possible coalition with the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) after Eid, party’s chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman said as the alliances brew among the opposition parties. Speaking to journalists in Islamabad on Saturday, he said that the JUI-F convened a consultative council meeting to discuss launching an anti-government movement with the PTI. The meeting will also decide on a possible alliance with the former ruling party, he added. The seasoned politician leader said that the PTI’s real leadership remains in jail, while thoseRead More