Thursday, October 16th, 2025
Book New Uzbekistan: The Third Renaissance Translated into Urdu
By Saifullah Ansar ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar has lauded President Shavkat Mirziyoyev of Uzbekistan as a “visionary leader whose progressive ideas are transforming not only his own country but the entire Central Asian region.” He added that the Uzbek President is a great friend of Pakistan and is held in high esteem by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and the Pakistani leadership. The minister also commended Muhammad Abbas, the translator of the Urdu edition, for his meticulous work in making this important publication accessible to UrduRead More
Cultural Minister Inaugurates “Ukrainian Bookshelf” at National Library
ISLAMABAD: OCT 16 (DNA): Federal Minister for National Heritage and Culture, Mr. Aurangzeb Khan Khichi, on Wednesday inaugurated the “Ukrainian Bookshelf” at the National Library of Pakistan, terming it a symbol of enduring friendship and cultural cooperation between Pakistan and Ukraine. Addressing the ceremony, which was attended by Ambassador of Ukraine to Pakistan, H.E. Mr. Markiian Chuchuk, senior officials, members of the diplomatic community, and scholars, the Minister said the initiative reflects both nations’ shared belief in the power of knowledge, culture, and friendship. Highlighting that this year marks theRead More
Security forces kill 34 Indian-backed terrorists in three KP IBOs
ISPR says security forces conducted IBOs in North Waziristan, South Waziristan and Bannu districts from Oct 13-15 RAWALPINDI, OCT 16 (DNA): Security forces have killed 34 terrorists linked to the Indian proxy Fitna al-Khawarij in multiple engagements in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), the military’s media wing said in a statement on Thursday. According to Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), security forces conducted intelligence-based operations (IBOs) in North Waziristan, South Waziristan and Bannu districts from October 13-15. The ISPR said that the first operation was carried out in the Spinwam area of theRead More
Bangladesh prosecution demands death penalty for ex-PM Hasina
Dhaka, Oct 16 (DNA):Bangladeshi prosecution lawyers demanded on Thursday that fugitive ex-prime minister Sheikh Hasina receive the death penalty in her trial for crimes against humanity. Hasina has defied court orders to return from India, where she fled last year, to face charges of ordering a deadly crackdown in a failed attempt to crush a student-led uprising. Up to 1,400 people were killed in the clashes between July and August 2024, according to the United Nations. “We demand the highest punishment for her,” chief prosecutor Tajul Islam told reporters outsideRead More
Israel Delays Announcement on Rafah Crossing Opening Date
Jerusalem, Oct 16 (AFP/APP/DNA):Israel said Thursday that the date for the opening of the Rafah crossing between Gaza and Egypt would be announced at a later stage and that it would only be open for the movement of people. “The date for the opening of the Rafah crossing for the movement of people only will be announced at a later stage, once the Israeli side, together with the Egyptian side, completes the necessary preparations for the crossing’s opening,” said a statement from COGAT, the Israeli defence ministry body that overseesRead More
Pakistan, UAE Reaffirm Commitment to Strengthen Trade Ties
Coordinator to Pakistan PM on Commerce Meets UAE Minister of Foreign Trade to Discuss Bilateral Economic Cooperation, Expresses Gratitude for UAE’s Continued Support and Strengthening Brotherly Relations DUBAI: OCT 16 (DNA): Coordinator the Prime Minister on Commerce H.E Rana Ihsaan Afzal Khan called on H.E. Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of Foreign Trade of the UAE, at the Ministry in Abu Dhabi on 14 October 2025. During the meeting, both sides reviewed the state of bilateral trade and economic cooperation, reaffirming the importance of further strengthening these tiesRead More