Friday, May 23rd, 2025
Four dead in Karachi as Covid sees ‘odd’ summer surge
Nazir Siyal KARACHI: At least four people — mostly elderly individuals with compromised immune systems and pre-existing health conditions — have died of Covid-19 in Karachi amid a marked uptick in cases over the past fortnight, officials and infectious disease experts confirmed on Thursday, The News reported. All the fatalities occurred at Aga Khan University Hospital (AKUH), which has reported a steady rise in Covid-19 admissions — a trend described by experts as “unusual” for this time of year. Prof Dr Syed Faisal Mahmood, an infectious diseases specialist at AKUH,Read More
PM Shehbaz offers condolences to China over landslide deaths
At least four dead, 17 missing after rain-triggered landslides hit China’s Guizhou province Mehtab Pirzada/DNA ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday expressed deep sorrow over the tragic loss of life caused by landslides in Guizhou, China. Offering condolences to the bereaved families, the prime minister said Pakistan stands in solidarity with the people and government of China during this difficult time and prayed for the safe recovery of those still missing. At least four people have been confirmed dead and 17 remain missing after torrential rains triggered two separateRead More
Chairman HEC, Bangladeshi envoy discuss avenues of collaboration
ISLAMABAD, MAY 23, /DNA/ – Chairman Higher Education Commission (HEC) Prof. Dr. Mukhtar Ahmed held a productive meeting with High Commissioner of Bangladesh to Pakistan Md. Iqbal Hussain Khan to discuss opportunities for collaboration in higher education and research with a particular focus on medical education. Highlighting the critical shortage of qualified medical professionals in Bangladesh, the High Commissioner underscored the need for enhanced bilateral cooperation. He also emphasised the significance of collaboration between the Pakistani medical universities and their Bangladeshi counterparts. He noted that the Pakistani universities may offerRead More
Poland slams attack on school bus, hails Pak-India ceasefire
In his keynote address, Polish Ambassador Maciej Pisarski began on a somber note, strongly condemning the recent terrorist attack on schoolchildren in Khuzdar, Balochistan. “To shutter the life, future, dreams of the young ones is just beyond comprehension and condemnation Mahnoor Ansar/DNA ISLAMABAD, May 23 — The Embassy of the Republic of Poland in Islamabad hosted a vibrant and emotionally resonant ceremony on Thursday evening to mark the Constitution Day of Poland, drawing a distinguished gathering of diplomats, parliamentarians, civil servants, and media personnel. In his keynote address, Polish AmbassadorRead More
Pakistan Volleyball Federation unveils ambitious international calendar for 2024
Chaudhry Yaqoob emphasized the need for strong governmental support, stating that without state backing, it would be challenging to consistently raise Pakistan’s profile internationally Ansar M Bhatti ISLAMABAD: Chairman of the Pakistan Volleyball Federation (PVF), Chaudhry Muhammad Yaqoob, held a press conference to outline the federation’s international participation plans for the year 2024. Despite limited resources, Pakistan is set to participate in seven major international volleyball events, demonstrating its commitment to elevating the sport and promoting the country’s image on the global stage. One of the most significant announcements wasRead More
Govt vows decisive action against Fitna al-Hindustan after Khuzdar attack
ISLAMABAD, MAY 23: Interior Secretary Captain (retd) Khurram Muhammad Agha on Thursday said Pakistan’s response to the recent Fitna al-Hindustan attack in Khuzdar would be “decisive”, warning that the perpetrators would not succeed in their objectives. Addressing a joint press conference alongside Director General of the Inter-Services Public Relations (DG ISPR) Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry, the interior secretary condemned the tragic terrorist incident and said the government stands in full solidarity with the affected families. Captain (retd) Agha said that initial investigations point to the involvement of Fitna al-HindRead More