Wednesday, July 2nd, 2025
PAF Chief visits US to boost defence ties after decade
RAWALPINDI, JUL 2 /DNA/ – In a significant development aimed at strengthening bilateral defence cooperation and advancing mutual interests, Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu, Chief of the Air Staff, undertook an official visit to the United States of America — the first by a serving PAF Air Chief in over a decade. The high-profile visit marked a strategic milestone in Pakistan-U.S. defence cooperation and proved instrumental in deepening institutional ties in addition to addressing key regional and global security issues. During the visit, Chief of the Air StaffRead More
South African Air Force seeks PAF’s expertise in Warfare Training
RAWALPINDI, JUL 2 /DNA/ – Lieutenant General Wiseman Simo Mbambo, Chief of the South African Air Force, called on Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu, Chief of the Air Staff, Pakistan Air Force at Air Headquarters, Islamabad. Upon his arrival, a smartly turned-out contingent of Pakistan Air Force presented Guard of Honour to Lieutenant General Wiseman Simo Mbambo. During the meeting, Chief of the Air Staff emphasized the shared values and aspirations that form the foundation of the deep-rooted friendship between Pakistan and South Africa. The Air Chief reiteratedRead More
No lawful way to oust PTI’s KP govt, says CM Gandapur
PESHAWAR, JUL 2: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur on Tuesday reiterated the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf’s (PTI) unity and warned that any move to topple the provincial government through constitutional means would not succeed. “No matter how hard they try, our government cannot be brought down through constitutional means,” Gandapur said. “If anyone thinks they can topple our government, I challenge them — I will quit politics.” “Anyone who thinks they can create divisions within PTI is mistaken,” CM Gandapur told a press conference as he was flanked by theRead More
PTI never backed of negotiations
Shamim Shahid PESHAWAR: The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) core committee meeting concluded with a firm decision to resist the government’s actions, vowing to give a “tough time” to the ruling coalition. Addressing a press conference after the meeting, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur challenged the federal government to attempt overthrowing his administration, asserting that his government could not be removed through legal means. Gandapur expressed confidence in the stability of the KP government, stating that any unconstitutional move against it would be met with strong resistance. He accused theRead More
RISJA celebrates World Sports Journalists Day
Ansar Bhatti ISLAMABAD: The Rawalpindi-Islamabad Sports Journalists Association (RISJA) celebrated World Sports Journalists Day on July 2, 2025, with great enthusiasm and a renewed commitment to promoting responsible and ethical sports reporting in Pakistan. The ceremony, held at a local hotel, was attended by senior sports journalists, athletes, and officials from the Pakistan Olympic Association (POA), Islamabad Olympic Association (IOA), and various sports federations. On the occasion, tributes were paid to veteran sports journalists for their lifetime contributions, while younger members of the profession were encouraged to uphold the highestRead More
KP Governor Kundi meets PM Shehbaz Sharif in Islamabad
ISLAMABAD, JUL 2 /DNA/ – Governor Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Faisal Karim Kundi calls on Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on 2 July, 2025; Federal Minister for Kashmir Affairs, Gilgit Baltistan, State and Frontier Regions Engineer Ameer Maqam, Federal Minister for Public Affairs Unit Rana Mubashar Iqbal, Advisor to the PM on Political Affairs Rana Sana Ullah, Minister of State for Power Abdul Rehman Kanju and Special Assistant to the Prime Minister Talha Barki are also present.