Wednesday, May 7th, 2025
IRS Regional Dialogue 2025 concludes
ISLAMABAD, MAY 7 /DNA/ – On the final day of the Regional Dialogue’ 2025, hosted by the Institute of Regional Studies (IRS), participants unanimously conveyed a strong message that Pakistan stands united, across all faiths, against all forms of aggression. The event took on added significance in light of India’s recent missile attacks on various locations in Pakistan, which resulted in human casualties. Minister of State for Religious Affairs, Mr. Kesoo Mal Kheal Das, vehemently condemned India’s illegal aggression, he reaffirmed the unwavering support of Pakistan’s minority communities for theRead More
FM Dar discusses India’s aggression with Spanish counterpart
ISLAMABAD, MAY 7 /DNA/ – Minister for Foreign Affairs of Spain, José Manuel Albares @jmalbares, held a telephonic conversation today with the DPM/FM Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar. The DPM/FM apprised his Spanish counterpart of the grave regional situation arising from India’s unprovoked and unlawful act of aggression, which constituted a flagrant violation of Pakistan’s sovereignty and a clear breach of international law. He underscored the tragic loss of innocent civilian lives and the serious implications of the incident for regional peace and strategic stability. He also conveyed the key deliberationsRead More
From 1965 to 2025: The Spirit Remains Unshaken
by Muhammad Mohsin Iqbal India, once again, has resorted to its old and familiar pattern of aggression by attacking civilian populations under the cover of darkness. This cowardly tactic, reminiscent of the night of September 6, 1965, reflects not strength but a deep-rooted fear of facing a determined and united nation head-on. That historic night, India miscalculated Pakistan’s resolve and spirit, believing a surprise assault could shatter our defences and will. But instead, what followed was a resounding lesson in courage, patriotism, and unity — a lesson written in theRead More
India: Derailing Peace
Dr M Ali Hamza Sovereignty is the supreme authority of a state to govern itself without external interference. The US attacks on Afghanistan in 2001 and Iraq in 2003 raised debates over sovereignty. In Afghanistan, the US targeted Al-Qaeda after 9/11, with some justification under self-defence: UN Charter Article 51. However, Iraq’s invasion was based on disputed claims of Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMDs); later proven false, lacking explicit UN approval, and widely seen as a breach of sovereignty. While Afghanistan’s case had limited international acceptance, Iraq’s invasion was largelyRead More
Pakistan launches first green Sukuk to boost sustainable finance
ISLAMABAD, MAY 7 /DNA/ – The Government of Pakistan is proud to announce a major milestone in the nation’s sustainable finance journey with the launch of its first Green Sukuk. This pioneering financial instrument is set to revolutionize Pakistan’s sukuk market by channeling investments into environmentally sustainable projects while fostering economic growth. The Green Sukuk marks a pivotal step in aligning Pakistan’s financial markets with global best practices in green financing. The inaugural issuance, ranging between PKR 20 billion and PKR 30 billion, will be conducted through an auction process,Read More
Team Yellow win Islamabad Club Cricket League final
ISLAMABAD, MAY 7 /DNA/ – The Cricket Committee of Islamabad Club organized the Cricket league 2024-2025 among the Club teams Blue, Green, Yellow, orange and Red. The final match of the ICL 2024-2025 was played between green and yellow teams on 3rd May 2025 at Islamabad Club Cricket ground where the yellow team won the final match with nine wickets. As a Corporate Social initiative, the Cricket Committee also invited the children from Sweet Home to witness the match. The event attracted large number of members and their families whoRead More