Wednesday, June 4th, 2025
We Remember the Ram, But Not the Conversation
by Muhammad Mohsin Iqbal The true essence of sacrifice, as exemplified in the story of Hazrat Ibrahim (AS) and his son Hazrat Ismail (AS), lies not merely in the physical act of slaughtering an animal but in the profound spiritual submission, moral courage, and unwavering obedience to the will of Allah. It is the conversation between a father and his son that encapsulates the real philosophy of sacrifice. The Qur’an beautifully records this sacred dialogue in Surah As-Saffat: “And when he (Ismail) was old enough to accompany him, he (Ibrahim)Read More
Apparel exporters warn against EFS distortion as it’s lifeline for SMEs
Lahore, JUN 4 /DNA/ – The value-added textile sector has once again raised a unified voice to safeguard the backbone of Pakistan’s export economy—the small and medium enterprises (SMEs) of the apparel industry. In a joint press conference held at PHMA Lahore office on Tuesday, the Pakistan Hosiery Manufacturers and Exporters Association (PHMA) and the Pakistan Readymade Garments Manufacturers and Exporters Association (PRGMEA) demanded urgent action to restore the Export Facilitation Scheme (EFS) in its original spirit. The leadership jointly called on Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to intervene and haltRead More
Ceasefire holding, but India’s political rhetoric persists amid, says Dar
DPM Dar reiterated that Pakistan was open to dialogue — especially on counter-terrorism, but criticized India’s rigid stance, particularly Indian Foreign Minister Jaishankar’s claim that India would only engage in discussions centered on terrorism Mahnoor Ansar ISLAMABAD, JUN 4 /DNA/ – Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, Mohammad Ishaq Dar on Wednesday said that while military-to-military understanding between India and Pakistan remains intact and the ceasefire is holding, political rhetoric from the Indian leadership continues to stir tensions, potentially due to domestic considerations, including upcoming elections in Bihar. “Another roundRead More
Zardari greets new Korean president
DNA ISLAMABAD, JUN 4: President Asif Ali Zardari has extended his heartiest congratulations to H.E. Mr. Lee Jae-myung on his election as President of the Republic of Korea. He said that Pakistan remained committed to deepening its partnership with the Republic of Korea to achieve our mutual objectives for regional and global peace, as well as prosperity of the two nations.
Post-war diplomacy: India, Pakistan seek global support
Opinion Ansar M Bhatti In the aftermath of a brief but tense military escalation between India and Pakistan, both nations have launched diplomatic offensives aimed at garnering international support. While the dust of confrontation has barely settled, emissaries from New Delhi and Islamabad have been dispatched to various world capitals, each side presenting its narrative and seeking allies in a volatile regional and global climate. India’s diplomatic effort is being spearheaded by seasoned diplomat and politician Shashi Tharoor, known for his articulate and persuasive style. Tharoor has led delegations toRead More
Pak desires to strengthen partnership with Belarus
The delegation included Belarusian Ambassador to Pakistan Andrei Metelitsa, Commander of the Belarusian Air Force and Air Defense Major General Andrei Yulianovich Lukyanovich and officials from the Belarusian defense ministry Mahnoor Ansar ISLAMABAD, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday said that Pakistan desired to strengthen economic partnership with Belarus and benefit from the country’s expertise in agricultural machinery manufacturing. The prime minister, in a meeting with a seven-member delegation led by Belarusian Defense Minister Lieutenant General Victor Khrenin, which called on him here, said that Pakistan and Belarus enjoyed excellentRead More