Monday, March 9th, 2026
Putin vows unwavering support to Iran’s new supreme leader
MOSCOW, MAR 9 /DNA/ – Russian President Vladimir Putin on Monday pledged “unwavering support” to Iran’s new supreme leader, Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei, appointed after his father and predecessor was killed in US-Israeli strikes. “I would like to reaffirm our unwavering support for Tehran and solidarity with our Iranian friends,” Putin said in a message to Khamenei, adding that “Russia has been and will remain a reliable partner” to Iran. “At a time when Iran is confronting armed aggression, your tenure in this high position will undoubtedly require great courage andRead More
PM awards Rs1.5mln to Pakistan national hockey players
Premier emphasizes that the recognition aims to inspire young athletes ISLAMABAD, MAR 9: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has announced a reward of Rs 1.5 million for each member of Pakistan’s national hockey team for their exceptional performance in the World Cup Qualifiers. The announcement celebrates both the team’s success and their dedication to the sport. Recognition for excellenceThe prime minister described the prize as “a testament to the players’ perseverance,” highlighting the commitment and hard work of the national hockey players. He added that this initiative not only rewards theRead More
Russia, China back Mojtaba Khamenei as Iran’s supreme leader
China says appointment followed Iran’s constitution ISLAMABAD, MAR 9 /DNA/ – Russia and China have reacted to the appointment of Mojtaba Khamenei as the new supreme leader of Iran, with Moscow pledging strong support and Beijing stating that the decision was made in line with Iran’s constitution. Vladimir Putin congratulated Mojtaba Khamenei following his appointment as Iran’s supreme leader. In a message to the new leader, the Russian president reaffirmed Moscow’s continued backing for Tehran. “For my part, I would like to confirm our unwavering support for Tehran and solidarityRead More
Pakistan seeks Saudi Arabia’s $5bn oil facility, $5bn deposit rollover for 10 years
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has made eight requests to Saudi Arabia under long-term economic cooperation, including conversion of short-term existing deposits of $5 billion into a long-term facility of 10 years, enhancing oil facility on deferred payment from $1.2 billion to $5 billion with increased tenure, securitisation of Pakistani diaspora’s remittances of $10 billion and others. Top official sources confirmed to The News that Pakistan’s economic woes were multiplying in the aftermath of ongoing geopolitical tension amid the ongoing US-Israel-led war against Iran. On the other hand, Pakistan is negotiating with the IMF forRead More
PMD forecast heavy rain, wind and thunderstorm
ISLAMABAD, Mar 09 (DNA): The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) on Monday predicted heavy rain, wind, and thunderstorm in the upper parts of the country from March 9-12 due to the effect of a westerly wave. The westerly wave approaching from the west is likely to trigger widespread and potentially unsettled weather conditions across multiple regions. Under the influence of this weather system, the districts of Chitral, Dir, Swat, Kohistan, Shangla, Battagram, Buner, Malakand, Mansehra, Abbottabad, Haripur, along with Gilgit-Baltistan and Kashmir, are expected to bear the brunt of the system.Read More