Wednesday, September 17th, 2025
MBS, Shehbaz Sharif sign strategic defense cooperation agreement
RIYADH, SEPT 17 /DNA/ – At the gracious invitation of His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, Mr. Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, Prime Minister of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, paid a state visit to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia on 25/3/1447H, corresponding to 17 September 2025. His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, received the Prime Minister of Pakistan at Al-Yamamah Palace in Riyadh. Both sides held an official session of talksRead More
Building Afghanistan’s future through education, connectivity, and Islamic legitimacy
Dr. Farhana Qazi, Halima Nasiri , Aziza Mukhammedova Afghanistan today stands on the edge of a generational turning point. The collapse of women’s education, the weakening of regional trade, and the persistence of cultural isolation have created a dangerous mix. Yet within this crisis lies a possibility: to rebuild Afghanistan’s stability through three pillars: education, connectivity, and Islamic legitimacy. Taken together, these foundations can provide the country with a durable path toward peace, prosperity, and inclusion. Education is the frontline of Afghanistan’s struggle for survival. When girls are barred fromRead More
Saudi Crown Prince Receives Pakistani PM in Riyadh
DNA RIYADH, SEPT 17: Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman received Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif at Al-Yamamah Palace in Riyadh on Wednesday. The prime minister arrived in Riyadh earlier in the day for a state visit, accompanied by a high-level delegation, the Saudi Press Agency reported. Upon arrival at King Khalid International Airport, Sharif was warmly received by Prince Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Abdulaziz, Deputy Governor of Riyadh Region. The two leaders discussed matters of mutual interest, with a particular focus on strengthening the historic and brotherly tiesRead More
Asia Cup 2025: UAE win toss, elect to bowl first against Pakistan
DUBAI: UAE have won the toss and opted to bowl first against Pakistan in the 10th match of the ACC Men’s T20 Asia Cup 2025 here at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Wednesday. Squads: Pakistan: Salman Agha (c), Abrar Ahmed, Faheem Ashraf, Fakhar Zaman, Haris Rauf, Hasan Ali, Hasan Nawaz, Hussain Talat, Khushdil Shah, Mohammad Haris (wk), Mohammad Nawaz, Mohammad Wasim, Sahibzada Farhan, Saim Ayub, Salman Mirza, Shaheen Shah Afridi and Sufiyan Muqeem. UAE: Muhammad Waseem (c), Alishan Sharafu, Aryansh Sharma (wk), Asif Khan, Dhruv Parashar, Ethan D’Souza, HaiderRead More
ICC match referee Andy Pycroft apologizes to Pakistan team
DUBAI, SEPT 17 /DNA/ – The ICC’s match referee, Andy Pycroft, has apologized to the manager and captain of the Pakistan cricket team. Andy Pycroft had barred the captains of India and Pakistan from shaking hands during their match. The Pakistan Cricket Board had strongly reacted to Andy Pycroft’s actions. Andy Pycroft termed the September 14 incident a result of miscommunication and apologized. The ICC has expressed its willingness to conduct an inquiry into the code of conduct violation that occurred during the September 14 match.
ICCI, IIA agree to collaborate for industrial growth
ISLAMABAD, SEPT 17 /DNA/ – The Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ICCI) has announced that it will soon convene an All Pakistan Chambers’ Presidents Conclave to formulate tangible and workable proposals for the resolution of pressing challenges facing the business community. The proposals will be presented to the government to help ensure a more conducive environment for ease of doing business and sustainable economic growth in the country. This was stated by ICCI President Sardar Tahir Mehmood while addressing a large delegation of the Islamabad Industrial Association (IIA) thatRead More