Tuesday, January 27th, 2026
US-Europe rift
Yossi Mekelberg A rift between the US and Europe is quickly brewing. However, neither side can afford it or will benefit from it. Worse, this long-standing alliance now faces its severest test yet, which is bound to remain for the next three years. It is already leaving deep scars. The security and prosperity of what is known as the West depend on close transatlantic relationships. When this alliance weakens, it only serves those the US and Europe perceive as their main rivals: China and Russia. One would not be surprisedRead More
Ali Farid Khwaja appointed as SECP commissioner
DNA ISLAMABAD: The Federal Government of Pakistan has appointed Mr. Muhammad Ali Farid Khwaja as Commissioner of the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) for a three-year term, effective immediately. The announcement comes via a notice from the Finance Division’s Investment Wing. His remuneration and allowances will be governed by the relevant provisions of the SECP Act. This appointment brings a seasoned private-sector leader to one of Pakistan’s key financial regulatory bodies. Mr. Khwaja, a prominent Pakistani-British financier, investor, and entrepreneur, specializes in fintech, capital markets, and investment strategy.Read More
Karzai seen as key figure for political reconciliation in Afghanistan
Shamim shahid PESHAWAR: Tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan continue to deepen, with analysts warning that prolonged hostility between Pakistan’s powerful military establishment and Afghanistan’s ruling Taliban could prove damaging for both sides. Observers note that while future strategies on either side remain unclear, escalating friction has already halted political dialogue, bilateral trade and cross-border movement, further destabilising the fragile economies of both neighbouring countries. Afghanistan’s infrastructure, weakened by decades of conflict, remains in ruins, while Pakistan faces increasing security and economic pressures. Analysts argue that the Taliban leadership lacks experienceRead More
Russia’s military chief visits troops in east Ukraine: defence ministry
MOSCOW, JAN 27: The Russian army’s chief of staff, Valery Gerasimov, has visited troops fighting in eastern Ukraine, Russia’s defence ministry said on Tuesday. Gerasimov “inspected the progress of combat missions conducted by formations and units of the Zapad (West) force group,” the ministry wrote on Telegram, without providing details on when or where the visit took place. The announcement of his visit came days after US-brokered trilateral talks in the United Arab Emirates between Russian and Ukrainian negotiators, aimed at ending the nearly four-year conflict. The next round isRead More
National essay writing competition 2025 concludes with prize distribution ceremony
ISLAMABAD, JAN 27 /DNA/ – The Embassy of the Republic of Türkiye, in collaboration with the National Book Foundation (NBF) of Pakistan and the Yunus Emre Turkish Cultural Center, successfully organized the Prize Distribution Ceremony of the National Essay Writing Competition 2025, aimed at university students across Pakistan. The ceremony was attended by Her Excellency Wajiha Qamar, Minister of State for Federal Education and Professional Training, H.E. Dr. Irfan Neziroglu, Ambassador of the Republic of Türkiye to Pakistan, Dr. Kamran Jahangir, Managing Director of the National Book Foundation, senior officials,Read More
U19 World Cup: Sameer Minhas powers Pakistan to victory over New Zealand
HARARE, JAN 27: Sameer Minhas scored unbeaten 76-run knock as Pakistan beat New Zealand by eight wickets in the Super Sixes fixture of the ICC Men’s U19 World Cup 2026 at Harare Sports Club on Tuesday. The Green Shirts chased down the 111-run target for the loss of two wickets in 17.1 overs. Openers Hamza Zahoor and Minhas set the tone early, as the duo dealt in boundaries to put pressure on the New Zealand bowling attack with a solid partnership to launch the chase. The partnership was broken whenRead More