Tuesday, July 29th, 2025
Conventional warfare supremacy over India shattered nuclear deterrence myth: PM
LAHORE: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday said that Pakistan’s decisive victory in the recent conflict with India had elevated the country’s global stature, asserting that the Armed Forces had dispelled the misconception that Pakistan relied solely on its nuclear capability. Addressing a ceremony in Lahore, the premier praised the swift and effective response by Pakistan’s Armed Forces during the four-day war, calling it “short but highly dangerous.” He said that in a very brief span of time, the military had demonstrated extraordinary preparedness, courage, and skill. “India believed PakistanRead More
UK plans to recognise Palestinian state unless Israel meets conditions – says Starmer
LONDON, JUL 29: Prime Minister Keir Starmer said on Tuesday Britain was prepared to recognise a Palestinian state in September at the United Nations General Assembly unless Israel takes several steps to improve life for Palestinians. Britain, if it acts, would become the second Western power on the U.N. Security Council to do so after France last week, reflecting Israel’s deepening isolation over its conduct in its war against Hamas in Gaza, where a humanitarian disaster has set in and the Palestinian death toll has risen above 60,000. Starmer saidRead More
PTI rubbishes reports of Imran disallowing sons from visiting Pakistan, says ‘no doubt’ they will come
ISLAMABAD, JUL 29: The PTI on Tuesday swiftly rubbished media reports that said party founder Imran Khan had barred his two sons from coming to Pakistan and participating in any activity for his release. Imran’s sons — Sulaiman Khan, 28, and Kasim Khan, 26 — called attention to their father’s incarceration for the first time publicly in May. Earlier this month, Imran’s sister Aleema Khan said Sulaiman and Kasim will go to the US before coming to Pakistan as part of a movement calling for the ex-premier’s release. Imran, imprisonedRead More
President Zardari expresses solidarity with China over rain tragedy
ISLAMABAD, JUL 29 /DNA/ – President Asif Ali Zardari has expressed grief over the loss of precious human lives caused by the recent heavy rains in China. In his message of condolence to the people and leadership of China, President Zardari conveyed heartfelt sympathies to the bereaved families and expressed solidarity with those affected by the natural calamity. He stated that Pakistan stands firmly with China in this hour of grief. Pakistan and China are united in every moment of adversity,” the President said, adding that the people of PakistanRead More
AIOU science faculty board approves key educational reforms
ISLAMABAD, JUL 29 (DNA) — Allama Iqbal Open University (AIOU) held the 29th meeting of its Faculty Board of Sciences, chaired by the Dean of the Faculty of Sciences, Professor Dr. Sher Muhammad. The meeting was attended by senior faculty members, heads of relevant departments, and external academic experts. The primary objective of the meeting was to review the ongoing and proposed academic programs of the Faculty of Sciences and align them with modern scientific standards, said a press release issued on Tuesday. During the session, extensive discussions were held on keyRead More
Pakistan expresses solidarity with China following devastating floods and landslides
ISLAMABAD, JUL 29 /DNA/ – The Government and people of Pakistan are deeply saddened by the tragic loss of lives and widespread displacement caused by the recent torrential rains and landslides in China. On behalf of the people of Pakistan and in a personal capacity, heartfelt condolences are extended to the bereaved families and all those affected by this natural calamity. Having recently faced similar challenges due to heavy rains and flooding in various parts of Pakistan, the Pakistani nation fully understands and empathizes with the hardship and suffering enduredRead More