Monday, June 16th, 2025
APNS briefs Info Secy about delayed payments, unfair ads distribution
Responding to these concerns, Federal Secretary Ambreen Jan assured the APNS delegation of the government’s commitment to resolving the issues through mutual understanding and cooperation. She directed the PIO and DG (IP) to immediately examine and address the concerns regarding delayed payments and ad distribution ISLAMABAD, JUN 16 /DNA/ – The Federal Secretary for Information and Broadcasting, Ms. Ambreen Jan, held a detailed meeting with the newly formed Federal Capital Committee (Islamabad & Rawalpindi) of APNS, under the Chairmanship of Mr. Faisal Zahid Malik, Chairman & CEO Pakistan Observer. AlsoRead More
Pakistan Triumphs over Japan 3-2 in National Cup Hockey Tournament in Malaysia
KUALA LUMPUR, JUN 16 /DNA/ – In a thrilling encounter at the National Cup Hockey Tournament in Malaysia, Pakistan edged past Japan with a 3-2 victory, showcasing a spirited comeback and dominant performance in the latter stages of the match. The match began with both teams exhibiting strong defensive strategies and swift counterattacks. Japan initially took the lead, but Pakistan responded effectively with exceptional teamwork and determination. Notable performances came from Hanan Shahid and Rana Waheed, whose aggressive play and skillful coordination kept constant pressure on the Japanese defense. PakistanRead More
ICCI calls on CDA to modernize markets for economic growth
ISLAMABAD, JUN 16 /DNA/ – President of the Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ICCI), Nasir Mansoor Qureshi, has called on Capital Development Authority (CDA) Chairman Chaudhry Muhammad Ali Randhawa to allocate sufficient funds and initiate immediate development work in commercial markets of Islamabad. Nasir Mansoor Qureshi expressed serious concern over the deteriorating state of markets, noting that no significant development work has been carried out for a long time. He pointed out several pressing issues, including non-functional streetlights, broken footpaths, lack of clean drinking water, absence of public toilets,Read More
Punjab unveils Rs5.3 trillion budget 2025-26 amid opposition ruckus
BUDGET 2025-26: PUNJAB GOVT APPROVES HIKE IN SALARIES, PENSIONS LAHORE, JUN 16: The Punjab Assembly on Monday approved a 10 per cent increase in the salaries of government employees and a 5 per cent hike in pensions for retired officials as part of the provincial budget for the fiscal year 2025–26. The decision, announced by Finance Minister Mian Mujtaba Shuja-ur-Rehman during the budget session, comes as part of a broader effort by the PML-N and PPP coalition government to provide financial relief to public sector workers in the face ofRead More
Khawaja Asif urges global community to confront Israel’s nuclear threat
ISLAMABAD, JUN 16: Defense Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif warned the international community about Israel’s nuclear capability, saying the country is not bound by any global nuclear framework and poses a serious threat to regional and global peace. In a strongly worded statement, Mr Asif said that the world should be “wary and apprehensive” of Israel’s nuclear arsenal, as Tel Aviv remains outside all international nuclear non-proliferation regimes. “Israel is not a signatory to the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT), nor does it follow any binding arrangement or international nuclear discipline,” theRead More
Pakistan-made Fifa 2025 ball receives global acclaim
As the Fifa Club World Cup 2025 kicks off in the United States this weekend, all eyes aren’t just on the competing teams but also on a crucial piece of equipment: the official match ball. Unveiled earlier this year by Adidas, the Fifa Club World Cup 25 Pro Ball is garnering significant attention not only for its striking stars-and-stripes design but also for its remarkable performance, advanced engineering, and notably, its “Made in Pakistan” label. Sam Handy, Adidas’ general manager for football, described the ball as the culmination of 18Read More