Saturday, April 5th, 2025
Prisoner advocacy groups publish findings on Palestinian detainees’ plight
DNA RAMALLAH, APR 5: At least 350 Palestinian children are currently being held by the Israeli occupation in various central prisons and military camps across the country, including more than 100 of them who are incarcerated without trial or charge under Israel’s unlawful military court system. On the occasion of the Palestinian Child’s Day marked annually on April 5, Palestinian political prisoners’ legal defense and advocacy groups issue this report highlighting key facts and figures surrounding the children held in difficult conditions behind Israeli bars amid the most violent periodRead More
PNS ASLAT joins CTF-151 to secure Arabian Sea shipping routes
ISLAMABAD, APR 5 /DNA/ – Pakistan Navy Ship ASLAT undertook counter-piracy patrols in the Arabian Sea, off the east coast of Somalia, in support of Combined Task Force 151 (CTF-151), which is currently being led by Pakistan Navy. Pakistan Navy-led CTF-151 is taking proactive measures to enhance its presence in the region, remaining vigilant of the piracy threat in the Gulf of Aden, the vicinity of Socotra Gap, and off the east coast of Somalia. These efforts aim to deter piracy, armed robbery, and other illicit activities to ensure theRead More
Maharang: Another Mallala in the Making?
Qamar Bashir There was once a little girl named Malala in the peaceful valleys of Swat. She was known not for her strength but for her voice. Even as a child, Malala spoke passionately for the right of girls to get an education. She became a symbol of resistance against the darkness brought by the Pakistani Taliban. But her courage had a price. In a cruel attempt to silence her, they shot her. The attack could have ended her life, but fate had other plans. She survived and was takenRead More
Tarar grieved over death of former secretary information Khawaja Ijaz Sarwar
ISLAMABAD, Apr 05 (APP/DNA): Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar on Saturday expressed deep grief and sorrow over the demise of former secretary information and broadcasting Khawaja Ijaz Sarwar. In a condolence message, the information minister extended his heartfelt condolences and sympathy to the family of Khawaja Ijaz Sarwar. Tarar said he was deeply saddened to hear the news of the death of Khawaja Ijaz Sarwar. The minister said that the deceased was a dignified, sincere and experienced personality who played a key role in the development ofRead More
Dr. Arshad Associates host sumptuous diplomatic get-together
ISLAMABAD, APR 5 /DNA/ – Dr. Arshad Associates hosted a vibrant diplomatic get-together, bringing together members of the international diplomatic community for an evening of cultural exchange and hospitality. The event was graced by several distinguished guests, including Ambassador of France Nicolas Galey, High Commissioner of Brunei Kamal Ahmad, Ambassador of Brazil Olyntho Vieira, Ambassador of Argentina Sebastian Sayus, Ambassador of Ireland, and other senior diplomats and dignitaries. Guests were treated to an array of traditional Pakistani cuisines, offering a rich taste of the country’s culinary heritage. Adding further charmRead More
Pakistan Day celebrated in Ottawa
OTTAWA, APR 5 /DNA/ – The High Commission hosted the Pakistan Day Reception to commemorate the 85th anniversary of Pakistan Day in Ottawa today. Around 250 guests including Canadian dignitaries, senior government functionaries, members of diplomatic corps, international organizations, business community, representatives of academia, media, civil society, Pakistani community and students attended the event. In his address on the auspicious occasion, High Commissioner Muhammad Saleem underscored the significance of Pakistan Day reflecting on the country’s journey shaped by the vision of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah and the sacrifices of Pakistan’sRead More