Friday, July 25th, 2025
When the Rains Turn Ruthless
by Muhammad Mohsin Iqbal Even before the arrival of the monsoon, various parts of Pakistan were already overwhelmed by destruction. Unseasonal and unrelenting rains descended upon the land, bringing with them torrents that swept away homes, roads, crops, and lives. Rainfall during these months is not an unfamiliar visitor, but the scale of devastation now experienced is a marked departure from the seasonal showers of years past. Floods that once came with warning and a rhythm now descend like a curse, sudden and unforgiving. The nation finds itself asking aRead More
Pakistan reaffirms strong ties with ASEAN: Amna
During the handover ceremony, Ambassador Wunna Han of Myanmar formally transferred the chair of ACI to the Ambassador of Thailand, H.E. Rongvudhi Virabutr Ansar Mahmood Bhatti ISLAMABAD, JUL 25 /DNA/ — Pakistan’s Foreign Secretary, Amna Baloch, has reiterated Islamabad’s firm commitment to deepening its multifaceted relations with ASEAN member states, highlighting the regional bloc’s critical role in promoting peace, integration, and economic development across Asia. She made these remarks during the handover ceremony of the ASEAN Committee in Islamabad (ACI) Chair, where Myanmar formally passed the baton to Thailand. TheRead More
Re-tendering of G-14/1 directed, contract expected by Nov 2025
According to the official reply submitted in response to a question regarding delays in G-14/1 plot possession, the court directed that compensation be released to affectees and all acquired properties vacated and demolished within the stipulated timeframe ISLAMABAD, JUL 25 (DNA): Minister for Housing and Works Mian Riaz Hussain Pirzada on Friday stated that re-tendering for the G-14/1 sector had been directed and hoped that the contract would be awarded by November 2025, with ground development expected to begin shortly thereafter and be completed within one year. Responding to theRead More
Economists debate path to 6% growth under URAAN Pakistan
ISLAMABAD, JUL 25 /DNA/ – The Pakistan Institute of Development Economics (PIDE), through its Macro Policy Lab (MPL), organized a seminar titled “Balancing Stabilization and Growth Under URAAN Pakistan”. The event brought together senior officials from the Ministry of Planning, Development & Special Initiatives (MoPD&SI), researchers, and economists to engage in a rigorous policy discussion. The session was moderated by Dr. Haider Ali, Assistant Professor/Director MPL, and featured a panel comprising Dr. Muhammad Arshad (Chief, Macro), Dr. Khurram Ejaz (Economic Consultant), and Ms. Naila Dar (Deputy Chief), all representing MoPD&SI. In his opening remarks, Dr. Haider Ali explainedRead More
Lahore court summons Imran, issues arrest warrant for Shibli in police attack case
LAHORE, JUL 25: A Lahore court on Friday issued a non-bailable arrest warrant for Senate opposition leader Shibli Faraz and issued summon orders for PTI founding chairman Imran Khan in a case linked to an alleged attack on Islamabad police personnel deployed outside the latter’s Zaman Park residence. The case was registered at Lahore’s Race Course police station in 2023 against the former premier and other party leaders following clashes between the PTI supporters and police. The deposed prime minister, who was ousted from power via the opposition’s no-confidence motionRead More
Pakistan-China military talks focus on counterterrorism, modernization
RAWALPINDI, JUL 25 /DNA/ – Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), Chief of Army Staff (COAS) of Pakistan, undertook an official visit to the People’s Republic of China. During the visit, the COAS held a series of high-level meetings in Beijing with senior Chinese political and military leadership, reaffirming the ironclad strategic partnership between Pakistan and China. The COAS called on His Excellency Han Zheng, Vice President of the People’s Republic of China and His Excellency Wang Yi, Foreign Minister of China. Discussions focused on the evolving regional andRead More