Friday, February 27th, 2026
Pak-China Friendship Basketball C`ship Begins March 5
By our correspondent ISLAMABAD: The Pak-China Friendship Cup 3×3 Basketball Championship 2026 will tip off on March 5 at the Pakistan Sports Complex, Islamabad to commemorate the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Pakistan and China. According to Federal Basketball Association (FBBA) Secretary Dr. Ouj-e-Zohoor, the four-day event, being organized under the umbrella of the Pakistan Basketball Federation with the support of the Pakistan Sports Board (PSB), will conclude on March 8 and promises high-level basketball action. The FIBA-endorsed 3×3 championship has attracted record participation from across the country. ARead More
Bid to topple Malaysia govt; probe launched
News Desk KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia’s top police official said on Friday authorities were investigating an alleged conspiracy to “topple the government and sabotage national stability.” The alleged plot involved a local influential figure as well as an international media agency, Inspector-General of Police Mohd Khalid Ismail said in a statement. He did not name the person or the media agency. The investigation was being carried out under laws against undermining parliamentary democracy, an offense that carries a maximum jail term of 20 years upon conviction, he said. Police have notRead More
Ahsan Bakhtawari hosts iftar for diplomats, friends
ISLAMABAD, FEB 27 /DNA/ – Ahsan Bakhtawari chairman clean and Green movement Islamabad hosted an iftar dinner for his diplomatic friends at his residence which was attended by H.E. Atajan Movlamov, Ambassador of Turkmenistan and dean of diplomatic core; H.E. Ms Ina Lepel, Ambassador of Germany; H.E. Ms Mary O’Neil, Ambassador of Ireland; H.E. Wolfgang Oliver Kutschera, Ambassador of Austria; H.E. Khazar Farhadov, Ambassador of Azerbaijan; H.E. Alisher Tukhtayev, Ambassador of Uzbekistan; H.E. Sharifzoda Yusuf, Ambassador of Tajikistan; H.E. Pham Anh Tuan, Ambassador of Vietnam; H.E. Azhar bin Mazlan, HighRead More
Monal Group hosts grand Iftar at newly inaugurated rooftop venue
The event drew hundreds of distinguished guests who gathered to break their fast amid an exquisite culinary experience and a serene ambiance. Attendees were treated to mesmerizing sunset views over Islamabad, ISLAMABAD, FEB 27 /DNA/ – Chairman of The Monal Group, Luqman Ali Afzal, hosted a splendid Iftar dinner at the newly inaugurated Monal restaurant located on the rooftop of IMARAT Downtown Mall, marking a soft opening of this iconic dining destination during the holy month of Ramadan. The event drew hundreds of distinguished guests who gathered to break theirRead More
PAF transitioning to next generation air force
RAWALPINDI, FEB 27: /DNA/ – The Pakistan Air Force (PAF) commemorated the 7th anniversary of Operation Swift Retort at Air Headquarters, marking a landmark demonstration of resolve, professionalism and calibrated response in modern air warfare. Addressing the ceremony, Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu, NI (M), HJ, Chief of the Air Staff, stated that “Pakistan is a responsible country which desires peace with honour”. He recalled that seven years ago, the aggressor miscalculated Pakistan’s resolve and capability by challenging its sovereignty under the cover of darkness. PAF’s measured broadRead More
Gerrys clinch 14th UAE Ambassador’s Cup football title
In the final, Gerrys delivered a commanding performance, with Khayam Khattak scoring a hat-trick while Saqib Anwar added another goal. Muhammad Abu scored for Qatar Embassy, but his effort was not enough to prevent Gerrys from sealing a comprehensive 5-2 victory Ansar Mahmood Bhatti ISLAMABAD: Gerrys emerged champions of the 14th UAE Ambassador’s Cup Ramadan Football Tournament 2026 after defeating Qatar Embassy 5-2 in a thrilling final. The prestigious annual tournament was organized by the UAE Embassy in Pakistan in collaboration with the Pakistan Football Federation, which also provided fullRead More