Wednesday, February 18th, 2026
Azerbaijan underlines Middle Corridor’s role in Central Asia integration
ASTANA, FEB 18: The development of the Middle Corridor has played a major role in the integration processes between Azerbaijan and the countries of Central Asia, Azerbaijani MP, Director of the Institute for Development and Diplomacy, Fariz Ismailzade, said at an international conference entitled ‘C6: One region, shared future – enhancing strategic dialogue’, Trend reports. According to him, political, economic, and humanitarian aid have contributed to strengthening Azerbaijan’s ties with Central Asian countries. He said the Middle Corridor—the route through Baku and Alat, linking ports with Aktau and Turkmenistan-has becomeRead More
Ruet-e-Hilal Committee to meet in Peshawar for Ramadan 2026 moon sighting today
PESHAWAR: Chairman Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee Maulana Abdul Khabeer Azad has said that the body will meet in Peshawar for Ramadan 2026 moon sighting today. The central committee will convene at 4:30pm at the Auqaf Hall under Maulana Azad, whereas zonal Ruet-e-Hilal committees will meet in Lahore, Karachi, Quetta and Islamabad. Speaking on Geo News’ programme “Geo Pakistan”, Maulana Azad said that in recent years Ramadan has been announced on the same day, in recent years and God willing, this time it will be the same as well. The official alsoRead More
PTI announces ‘Imran Khan Release Force’ to secure former PM’s freedom
ISLAMABAD, FEB 18: The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has announced the formation of “Imran Khan Release Force”, which will struggle to secure the former prime minister’s release from jail. The cricketer-turned-politician, 73, has been in jail since August 2023, convicted in a string of cases that he claims were politically driven following his ouster in a 2022 parliamentary vote. The PTI seems to have sped up its call to seek his release following the revelation, in a medical report submitted to the Supreme Court, that he only has 15% vision leftRead More
Pakistan off to stable start in crucial T20 World Cup match agiasnt Namibia
COLOMBO, FEB 18: Pakistan on Wednesday are off to a stable start after winning the toss and elected to bat first against Namibia in their last group stage match being played at the SSC Cricket Ground in Sri Lanka’s Colombo. Although Saim Ayub (14) and Sahibzada Farhan provided a rather stable start, the former departed after being caught behind. With captain Salman Ali Agha and Farhan on the crease, the score stands at 52-1 in seven overs. After a series-breaking defeat against India, Pakistan will look to bounce back andRead More
Australian High Commissioner wishes Pakistan Peaceful and Blessed Ramadan
ISLAMABAD, FEB 18 /DNA/ – The Australian High Commissioner to Pakistan, Timothy Kane, has extended his warm greetings to the people of Pakistan as the holy month of Ramadan begins. In his message, the High Commissioner said: “As the holy month of Ramadan begins, I extend my warm wishes to the people of Pakistan. Australia is proud to be one of the world’s most multicultural societies, where more than 800,000 Muslims contribute richly to our national life. The Pakistani-Australian community, now over 140,000 strong, plays an important role in strengtheningRead More
Pakistan hockey players revolt against management
In response to the players’ bold stand and the mounting public outcry, the Pakistan Sports Board (PSB) and government authorities have begun the process of identifying and appointing new management for the national hockey team Sports Desk/DNA LAHORE: The Pakistan national hockey team returned home amid a deepening crisis on February 17, 2026, after an explosive airport press conference in Lahore where captain Ammad Shakeel Butt and several players publicly lambasted the team’s management and the Pakistan Hockey Federation (PHF) over severe mismanagement during their recent FIH Pro League tourRead More