Sunday, August 17th, 2025
Indonesia celebrates 80th Independence day in Islamabad
ISLAMABAD, AUG 17: /DNA/ – The Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia in Islamabad held a ceremony on Sunday morning, 17 August 2025, to commemorate the 80th Anniversary of Indonesia’s Independence. The ceremony was led by H.E. Mr. Chandra Warsenanto Sukotjo, Ambassador-designate of the Republic of Indonesia to the Islamic Republic of Pakistan. The event was attended by the Guests of Honor, Major General (R) Mr. Asrobudi, Advisor of the Indonesia Big Wall Expedition (IBEX) and six mountain climbers who successfully reached the peak of Trango Tower in Gilgit Baltistan,Read More
CDA puts comprehensive monsoon plan in place to protect low-lying areas
ISLAMABAD, AUG 17 /DNA/ – On the directions of the Chief Commissioner Islamabad and Chairman CDA, Muhammad Ali Randhawa, the Additional Deputy Commissioner (General), along with DG Rescue 1122 Islamabad, Director Machinery Pool Organization (MPO), representatives from Solid Waste Management Directorate, Road and Marketing, M&RM Directorate, conducted visits to low-lying and critical areas including Saidpur Village and Chattha Bakhtawar in view of the forecasted monsoon rain spell. During the visit, a comprehensive plan was finalized to ensure the smooth flow of rainwater without any hindrance. Responsibilities of all relevant formationsRead More
KTrade’s Ali Farid Khwaja honored as Pride of Pakistan at Independence Day & Marka-e-Haq Parade
KARACHI, AUG 17 /DNA/ – Ali Farid Khwaja, the Chairman of KTrade was recognized as a Pride of Pakistan by ISPR at the Independence Day and Marka-e-Haq Parade held on the 14th of August for his contributions for bringing investment in Pakistan. Ali co-founded KTrade, the leading investment bank and stock brokerage in Pakistan and is recognized as a thought leader on entrepreneurship, investments, economy and technology. In the Parade, his contributions to bringing investment in Pakistan in government bonds, stocks and startups was highlighted, along with his role asRead More
Case dismissed against transgender persons
LAHORE, AUG 17 /DNA/ – A Lahore magistrate on Sunday dismissed the case against transgender persons allegedly organising an “objectionable” private party after police had arrested them earlier. According to the court order the case was dismissed after “no incriminating material is available on record which connects the accused persons with the commission of alleged offences. “Hence, the request of 10 days for physical remand of the accused persons is hereby turned down, and the accused persons present in the court are hereby discharged in this case.” The order addedRead More
DGSE to host Marka-e-Haq & Independence Day walk with special students
ISLAMABAD, AUG 17 /DNA/ – The Directorate General of Special Education (DGSE), under the Ministry of Federal Education & Professional Training, is set to celebrate Marka-e-Haq and Independence Day with the participation of students with disabilities. To mark the occasion, a Road Show/Walk will be organized on Monday, 18th August 2025 from 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm, starting from the National Library and Resource Centre, F-7 Markaz (behind Caltex Petrol Pump old Shell Pump) and culminating at Jinnah Super Market, F-7, Islamabad. The event will be graced by Ms. WajihaRead More
Over 72% of telecom sites restored in flood-hit regions: PTA
ISLAMABAD, AUG 17: The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) said on Sunday that more than 72% of the affected telecom sites have been restored. According to details, the PTA and other concerned telecommunication services were working to restore the mobile phone networks in the flood-hit areas. The PTA has made it clear that the all possible steps have been taken to ensure the restoration of the services in the remaining flood-stricken places. “The mobile operations are providing free on-net voice calls to telecommunication users in the flood-hit areas,” the PTA stated.Read More