Friday, March 20th, 2026
President Zardari felicitates Tunisian leadership on National Day
ISLAMABAD, Mar 20 (DNA): President Asif Ali Zardari on Friday extended his warm felicitations to the President of the Republic of Tunisia, Kais Saied, and the friendly people of Tunisia on the auspicious occasion of their National Day. President Zardari highlighted that Pakistan and Tunisia enjoy cordial and enduring relations founded on mutual respect, shared values and the close affinity between the two peoples. The cooperation between the two nations over the years reflects a spirit of friendship and goodwill that continues to guide this engagement. He expressed confidence thatRead More
PM Shehbaz exchanges Eid greetings with Malaysian and Azerbaijani leaders
Leaders pray for unity within Muslim Ummah ISLAMABAD, MAR 20: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif held separate telephone conversations with the PM of Malaysia and the President of Azerbaijan to extend Eid-ul-Fitr greetings and discuss regional issues. In his call to Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, PM Sharif conveyed warm Eid wishes to the Malaysian government and people. In response, Anwar Ibrahim reciprocated the greetings with equal sincerity. Both leaders stressed the importance of reducing tensions in Iran and the Gulf region and agreed to continue joint efforts to promote peace.Read More
Overcharging: Motorway Police returns millions to passengers
Additional IG Muhammad Wisal Fakhar Sultan orders strict crackdown against opportunist transporters ISLAMABAD, MAR 20 /DNA/ – Motorway Police North Region took strict action against overloading and overcharging in passenger vehicles on the occasion of Eid ul Fitr. Additional IG North Region, Muhammad Wisal Fakhar Sultan had earlier ordered a strict crackdown against opportunist transporters. Subsequently, huge amounts of money were returned to passengers heading home for Eid. According to the details, Motorway Police North Region issued challans to 1915 passenger vehicles for overloading in the last four days. WhileRead More
At UN, Pakistan slams India for ‘weaponisation of water’ over unfounded terrorism claims
NEW YORK, MAR 20: Pakistan has strongly rejected “baseless remarks” by India at the United Nations and accused New Delhi of undermining the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT) while attempting to politicise water issues. The exchange took place during a high-level UN event held to mark World Water Day under the theme of water and gender equality, where Pakistan’s Second Secretary Aleena Majeed exercised her right of reply following remarks by the Indian representative. During the session, India’s envoy said New Delhi would continue to keep the treaty “in abeyance” untilRead More
Pakistan saves over $27 million in CASA-1000 talks
The EPC Contractor, M/s Hitachi–Cobra JV, had escalated its Care & Custody claim to approximately USD 32.9 million for Pakistan and USD 28.5 million for Tajikistan, said a press release issued by the Ministry of Energy (Power Division). ISLAMABAD, Mar 20 (DNA): Pakistan has secured a major financial success in the CASA-1000 project, saving over US$ 27 million after successfully negotiating down contractor claims. The EPC Contractor, M/s Hitachi–Cobra JV, had escalated its Care & Custody claim to approximately USD 32.9 million for Pakistan and USD 28.5 million for Tajikistan,Read More
Russian President Vladimir Putin extends heartfelt Eid-ul-Fitr greetings
DNA MOSCOW: Russian President Vladimir Putin issued a warm congratulatory message to the Muslim community of Russia on the occasion of Eid-ul-Fitr, the joyous festival marking the end of the holy month of Ramadan. In his official greeting, President Putin offered sincere congratulations and highlighted the profound spiritual significance of the holiday.”I offer my heartfelt congratulations to Russia’s Muslims on Eid-ul-Fitr, marking the conclusion of the holy month of Ramadan,” the message stated. “For centuries, this holiday has embodied believers’ aspirations for moral excellence, mercy, and compassion, guiding them toward theRead More