Wednesday, October 22nd, 2025
Pak Army’s Sacrifices for Eradicating Terrorism Are Commendable: Ch Nawaz Basra
By Malik Faisal ISLAMABAD: Chairman of Overseas Committee ICCI and Member elder council of Islamabad Estate Agents Association Ch Nawaz Basra praised the recent operations carried out by the Pakistan Army against terrorist hideouts in Afghanistan. He said that the sacrifices of the Pakistan Army in the fight against terrorism and for the restoration of peace deserve the highest tribute. Nawaz Basra stated that the Army’s effective and professional operations have not only ensured border security but also restored an atmosphere of confidence and stability within the country. He addedRead More
Experts say airstrikes prove Pakistan’s resolve against terrorism
LAHORE, OCT 22 /DNA/ – Panelists at a round-table discussion have examined the objectives behind strikes in Afghanistan, which were framed as a necessary demonstration of Pakistan’s resolve not to tolerate terrorism from Afghan soil. The experts also delved into the complex internal dynamics of the Taliban regime, identified as a key obstacle to resolving the TTP issue. Panelists agreed that the economic fallout is disproportionately severe for landlocked Afghanistan, which relies on Pakistan for 80% of its trade. However, a significant political risk for Pakistan is the potential forRead More
Rizwan Targets Knockout of Indian Rival in Dubai Showdown
By our correspondent ISLAMABAD, OCT 22 /DNA/ – As Pakistan–India tensions continue to play out in sports, a new battlefield is emerging — Mixed Martial Arts (MMA). But for Pakistan’s undefeated sensation Rizwan Ali, who faces India’s Rana Rudra Singh on Thursday (Today) at The Agenda Arena, Dubai. “There’s no real Pakistan–India rivalry in MMA,” Rizwan says confidently. “In cricket, we lose again and again, but in MMA, I always win. I’ve beaten every Indian opponent — how can there be a rivalry if they can’t compete?” Dubbed a showdownRead More
Japan, Pakistan to collaborate on IT, rare earth minerals
ISLAMABAD, OCT 22 /DNA/ – A high-profile Japanese business delegation led by Kobayashi Yuji, Member of Parliament from the Hokkaido Assembly, visited the Islamabad Chamber of Commerce & Industry (ICCI) to explore new avenues for bilateral trade, investment, and technology cooperation. The delegation was accompanied by Dr Zulfiqar Bhatti, Parliamentary Secretary for Commerce and Ambassador (R) Imtiaz Ahmad, former Ambassador of Pakistan to Japan. ICCI President Sardar Tahir Mehmood, Senior Vice President Tahir Ayub, and Vice President Muhammad Irfan Chaudhry warmly received the dignitaries. Welcoming the delegation, President ICCI SardarRead More
Dates project embodies deep brotherhood with Pakistan: Saudi Ambassador
ISLAMABAD, OCT 22 /DNA/ – The King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Centre (KSrelief) officially launched the Dates Distribution Project Pakistan 2025 at a ceremony held in Islamabad. The project was formally inaugurated by His Excellency Nawaf Saeed Bin Al-Malkiy, Ambassador of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to Pakistan, in the presence of the Chief Guest His Excellency Senator Captain Shaheen Khalid Butt, Managing Director, Pakistan Bait-ul-Mal, along with representatives from government institutions, international organizations, and humanitarian partners. Under this initiative, KSrelief will distribute premium-quality Saudi dates across all provincesRead More
Pakistan, Romania to explore defense-industrial aerospace partnerships
DNA ISLAMABAD, OCT 22: Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu, Chief of the Air Staff, Pakistan Air Force, during a historic official visit to Romania called on Lieutenant General Leonard-Gabriel Baraboi, Chief of the Romanian Air Force Staff. The visit focused on strengthening bilateral defence ties and exploring avenues for enhanced cooperation between the two Air Forces. Upon his arrival at Romanian Air Force Headquarters, a smartly turned-out contingent of the Romanian Air Force presented Guard of Honour to Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu. Later the AirRead More