Wednesday, November 26th, 2025
Jam-Packed PNCA witnesses stunning Russian folk show
Ansar M Bhatti ISLAMABAD, NOV 26 /DNA/ – A mesmerizing cultural evening was held at the Pakistan National Council of the Arts (PNCA) on Wednesday as the Lyudmila Zykina Russian Folk Ensemble “RUSSIA” performed to a jam-packed hall, marking the 10th Russia-Pakistan Intergovernmental Commission (IGC). A large number of diplomats, government officials, cultural figures and music lovers attended the event, filling the PNCA auditorium to capacity. The concert was attended by the IGC Co-Chairs — Russian Energy Minister Sergey Tsivilev and Pakistan’s Energy Minister Sardar Awais Ahmad Khan Leghari —Read More
Xi extends congratulations on Int’l Day of Solidarity with Palestinian People
BEIJING, Nov 26 (APP): Chinese President Xi Jinping sent congratulations to a UN meeting held to commemorate the International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People. In his message, Xi said that the Palestinian issue lies at the heart of the Middle East conflict, affecting international fairness, justice and regional stability. He added that under the current circumstances, the international community should build greater consensus and take more proactive steps to ensure a comprehensive and lasting ceasefire in Gaza and prevent a resurgence of conflict, CGTN reported. Noting that post-conflictRead More
KP CM resolves to protect KP rights
PESHAWAR, Nov 26 (APP): Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Muhammad Sohail Khan Afridi here on Wednesday chaired an important consultative meeting prepare for the National Finance Commission (NFC) meeting. According to the spokesperson of the Chief Minister’s House, the chief minister was given a comprehensive briefing regarding the NFC. The meeting was attended by Advisor on Finance Muzzammil Aslam, Taimur Saleem Jhagra, Chief Secretary Shahab Ali Shah, Secretary of Finance and other concerned officials. The province’s financial and constitutional rights related to the NFC were discussed in detail. The CM reaffirmedRead More
MCI, NADRA sign agreement for CRMS mobile application enabling online birth & death certificates
ISLAMABAD, NOV 26 /DNA/ – The Metropolitan Corporation Islamabad (MCI) and the National Database & Registration Authority (NADRA) today signed a landmark agreement for the implementation of the CRMS Mobile Application, aimed at revolutionizing municipal service delivery and providing maximum convenience to the citizens of Islamabad. The agreement was signed on behalf of MCI by Dr. Anam Fatima, Chief Officer, Metropolitan Corporation Islamabad, and on behalf of NADRA by Syed Gohar Abbas Jaffery, Director General NADRA, during a formal signing ceremony held at the Conference Room, MCI, Islamabad, in theRead More
China unveils CPEC 2.0, announces new $550 million investments
By BCPR ISLAMABAD, NOV 26 /DNA/ – In a significant policy dialogue titled “Redefining Regional Connectivity: Pakistan–China Friendship in the New Geo-Economic Paradigm,” leading thinkers and policymakers today outlined an ambitious vision for transforming South Asia’s economic landscape through enhanced Pakistan-China cooperation and an upgraded CPEC framework. The event, hosted by Beaconhouse National University’s Center for Policy Research (BCPR) in collaboration with the Understanding China Forum (UCF), brought together diplomats, scholars, and security experts to explore pathways for turning geopolitical challenges into economic opportunities. The dialogue opened with remarks fromRead More
PM Shehbaz Sharif, Bahrain King discuss boosting trade, investment
MANAMA, NOV 26 /DNA/ – The Prime Minister of Pakistan met His Majesty the King of Bahrain H.R.H. Hamad bin Isa Al-Khalifa in Manama today and reaffirmed the strong and historic partnership between the two brotherly nations. The PM thanked His Majesty for the warm hospitality and expressed appreciation for Bahrain’s longstanding goodwill toward Pakistan. He commended His Majesty’s leadership in promoting peace, tolerance, and coexistence. During the meeting the King of Bahrain conferred upon Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif the Order of Bahrain (first class), which is the highestRead More