Monday, October 13th, 2025
Speakers of Türkiye, Azerbaijan Parliaments call on President Zardari
ISLAMABAD, OCT 13: /DNA/ – Speaker of the Grand National Assembly of Türkiye, Dr. Numan Kurtulmuş, and Chairperson of the Milli Majlis of Azerbaijan, Mrs. Sahiba Gafarova, called on President Asif Ali Zardari at Aiwan-e-Sadr today. Sardar Ayaz Sadiq, Speaker of the National Assembly, was also present during the meeting. Welcoming the visiting dignitaries, President Zardari said Pakistan deeply values its close and brotherly ties with both Türkiye and Azerbaijan. He said these enduring partnerships are rooted in shared faith, mutual trust, and a collective aspiration for regional peace andRead More
FPCCI urges FBR to extend tax return deadline
KARACHI, OCT 13 /DNA/ – Atif Ikram Sheikh, President of the Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI), has proposed to the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) to extend the deadline for filing income tax returns for the Tax Year 2025 – currently set to expire on October 15, 2025 – to October 31, 2025. Mr. Atif Ikram Sheikh apprised that, in a letter addressed to Mr. Rashid Mahmood Langrial, Chairman of the FBR, FPCCI has highlighted the challenges faced by taxpayers and stakeholders in meeting the filingRead More
Trump’s speech at Knesset: Praising Israel’s “victory” while ignoring the human cost in Gaza
In a speech that has drawn widespread criticism, U.S. President Donald Trump addressed the Israeli parliament the Knesset where he lavishly praised Israel’s leadership and military for what he described as their “historic victory” in the recent Gaza war. Trump hailed Israel’s “strength, courage, and determination,” calling the conflict “a triumph of freedom against terror.” Yet, his remarks failed to acknowledge the staggering humanitarian toll and the devastation inflicted on Gaza’s civilian population, making the address both tone-deaf and deeply disappointing. Throughout his speech, Trump commended the Israeli Defense ForcesRead More
Pakistan, Turkiye and Azerbaijan Share a Common Vision
By Saifullah Ansar ISLAMABAD, OCT 13 /DNA/ – Chairman Senate Syed Yousaf Raza Gilani has said that Pakistan, Turkiye, and Azerbaijan share a common vision for progress, peace, and prosperity in the region. He made these remarks while addressing the Third Tripartite Speakers’ Meeting of Azerbaijan, Pakistan, and Turkiye as a Special Guest at the Parliament House on Monday. The meeting was held under the theme “Strengthening Fraternal Ties: Parliamentary Cooperation for Regional Peace, Security, and Prosperity.” Chairman Gilani said that the three nations are united by faith and aRead More
Justice Mandokhail wonders whether judges who are ‘beneficiaries’can hear case
News Desk ISLAMABAD: Justice Jamal Khan Mandokhail on Monday wondered whether judges comprising the Supreme Court’s (SC) Constitutional Bench (CB) hearing petitions against the 26th Amendment could do so if they were its “beneficiaries”. The Amendment was passed by the parliament during an overnight session in October last year, with the PTI claiming seven of its lawmakers were abducted to gain their favour as the party opposed the legislation. The Balochistan National Party-Mengal (BNP-M) also alleged its two senators were being pressured, with both later defying party line to voteRead More
China expresses deep concern over Pakistan-Afghanistan clashes
DNA BEIJING, OCT 13: China’s Foreign Ministry has expressed deep concern over the recent clashes between Pakistan and Afghanistan, calling on both neighboring countries to exercise restraint and ensure the safety of Chinese citizens and investments in the region. A spokesperson for the Chinese Foreign Ministry said Beijing is closely monitoring the situation and remains in contact with both Islamabad and Kabul. “China is deeply concerned about the recent border tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan,” the statement read. “We urge both sides to resolve their differences through dialogue and cooperation,Read More