Tuesday, September 30th, 2025
Trump peace plan not inclusive of Pakistan’s full proposals: DPM Dar
ISLAMABAD: Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar has said that United States President Donald Trump’s proposed Gaza peace plan is not the one that contains all of Pakistan’s suggestions. Dar explained that Islamabad held detailed discussions with Trump’s team, asking them what Washington had in mind. He, during a conversation on Geo News programme “Aaj Shahzeb Khanzada Kay Sath” said Trump’s team shared certain points, and Pakistan responded that within 24 hours it would submit its amendments to those points. However, Dar stressed that the draft subsequently prepared by Washington didRead More
Awais Leghari calls for enhanced collaboration for Clean Tech at COMSATS Seminar
ISLAMABAD, SEPT 30 /DNA/ – The Commission on Science and Technology for Sustainable Development in the South (COMSATS), in collaboration with a number of national and international partner organizations, held international Seminar on The Future of Energy: Innovations in Renewable and Clean Energy Technologies.H.E. Sardar Awais Ahmed Khan Leghari, Federal Minister for Energy, Government of Pakistan, graced the inaugural ceremony of the event,as Chief Guest, held at COMSATS University Islamabad (CUI).Ambassadors and diplomats of Palestine, Philippines, Somalia, Syria, Sudan, and Zimbabwe also attended the inauguration. The Federal Minister noted thatRead More
Pakistan sees 46% surge in violence, 901 lives lost
ISLAMABAD, SEPT 30 /DNA/ – With at least 901 fatalities and 599 injuries – among civilians, security personnel, and outlaws -resulting from 329incidents of violence, including terror attacks and counter-terror operations, Pakistan witnessed an over46% surge in overall violencein its security landscape for the third quarter of 2025, according to the Center for Research and Security Studies (CRSS). In just three quarters, 2025 has proven nearly as deadly as all of 2024, with 2414 fatalities recorded compared to the entire tally of 2024 (2546), which, with an entire quarter stillRead More
Aftershocks of Peshawar rally: Chief Minister got the chance of firing rivals
Shamim Shahid PESHAWAR, SEPT 30 /DNA/ – In the light of alleged poor performances and failure of bringing targeted audience to historical Peshawar rally Chief Minister Sardar Ali Amin Khan Gandhapur has initiated steps for reshuffling of his cabinet. So far two provincial ministers have tendered resignations whereas a few others have been directed to do so. Soon after Peshawar historical rally Chief Ministet Sardar Ali Amin Khan Gandhapur russhed to Adyala Jail whereas he held exclusive merting with his jailed leader Imran Khan. Though details of such a meetingRead More
Petroleum Minister bids farewell to Australian High Commissioner Neil Hawkins
ISLAMABAD, SEPT 30 /DNA/ – The Federal Minister for Petroleum, Mr. Ali Pervaiz Malik had a farewell meeting at his office today with the outgoing Australian High Commissioner, H.E. Mr. Neil Hawkins, who is concluding his diplomatic assignment in Pakistan. Minister Ali Pervaiz Malik lauded High Commissioner Hawkins as a “true friend of Pakistan” and commended his efforts in strengthening the bilateral relationship between the two countries. The Minister expressed his best wishes for the High Commissioner’s future endeavors and hoped he would depart with fond memories of his timeRead More
Rising Xinjiang economy, developmentsignals a new era of economic cooperation with Pakistan
BEIJING, SEPT 30 /DNA/ – The Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region, long recognized for its strategic location and cultural diversity, is emerging as a key economic and logistical hub in China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI). With a focus on infrastructure modernization and cross-border cooperation, particularly with neighboring Pakistan, Xinjiang is playing an increasingly vital role in regional connectivity and trade. Over the past decade, Xinjiang has witnessed significant investment in transportation, energy, and digital infrastructure. Modern expressways, high-speed rail lines, and expanded airports now connect major cities like Urumqi, Kashgar,Read More