Tuesday, June 17th, 2025
Italian Navy Ship its Antonio Marceglia arrives in Karachi
KARACHI, JUN 17 /DNA/ – The Italian Navy Ship ITS ANTONIO MARCEGLIA arrived at Karachi Port for a three-day goodwill visit, marking a significant milestone in the longstanding maritime cooperation between Italian Navy and Pakistan Navy. An impressive reception ceremony was held upon arrival of the ship, where the Commanding Officer and crew of the visiting ship were warmly received by officials of Pakistan Navy. Ambassador of Italy to Pakistan, along with officials from the Italian Consulate were also present on the occasion. During the port call, the ship’s crewRead More
Faisalabad powerloom workers reject Punjab budget, stage massive protest
FAISALABAD, JUN 17: Powerloom workers in Faisalabad have strongly rejected the Punjab government’s proposed minimum wage of Rs 40,000, calling it inadequate and anti-worker. The announcement, part of the provincial budget for the upcoming fiscal year, sparked widespread anger among laborers in the city’s textile hub. A large number of workers walked off their jobs and took to the streets, chanting slogans against what they described as an “anti-worker budget.” Demonstrations were held across several industrial areas, with protestors demanding fair wages that reflect the rising cost of living andRead More
Field Marshal Munir lauds overseas Pakistanis’ contributions during US visit
RAWALPINDI, JUN 17: Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, who is on an official visit to the United States, has acknowledged the contributions of overseas Pakistani’s to the country’s economy, and global reputation by contributing actively through remittances, investments and higher achievements in other domains, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said on Tuesday. During the visit, the military’s media wing said the army chief received a warm reception and welcome from the overseas Pakistanis, who gathered in large numbers to meet him in Washington DC. While interactingRead More
Pakistan, US resolve to finalise trade deal at the earliest
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and the United States have resolved to carry forward their negotiations through a constructive engagement to finalise the trade deal at the earliest, according to a statement released on Tuesday Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb held a virtual meeting with US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick on Monday (June 16) to discuss US reciprocal tariffs and advance ongoing negotiations toward a trade deal. The discussions, held at 2100 hours (PST), centred on engagement in trade and investment cooperation, with both sides agreeing that detailed technical-level discussions would follow soon, basedRead More
G7 summit and the Israel-Iran crisis
The recently concluded G7 Summit in Canada, held amid rising global tensions, took on an unexpectedly urgent tone as the Israel-Iran conflict cast a long shadow over the agenda. Originally scheduled to address climate change, economic growth, and global trade, the summit was quickly overtaken by concerns about a potential war spiraling out of control in the Middle East. After intense negotiations, the G7 countries issued a joint statement calling for an immediate ceasefire between Israel and Iran, warning of devastating consequences should the hostilities continue. Interestingly, the statement almostRead More
Depalpur: An Ancient Kingdom
Afshan Kanwal Student BS BBIT University of Okara Depalpur is one of the most ancient cities in present-day Pakistan, located approximately 25 kilometers from the district headquarters of Okara in the Punjab province. It holds significant historical importance, with records and archaeological evidence pointing to its continuous habitation from ancient times to the present day. The city’s origins are traced back to approximately 200 BCE, placing its foundation contemporaneously with the declining phase of ancient Egyptian civilization. According to local tradition, the original settlement was established by a figure namedRead More