Tuesday, March 24th, 2026
Hormuz at the Centre of a Gathering Storm
Dr. Muhammad Akram Zaheer The narrow waters of the Strait of Hormuz have once again become the focal point of a dangerous confrontation that threatens not only the security of the Middle East but also the stability of global trade. As tensions deepen between Iran and the United States following a series of military strikes, the world’s most important energy corridor has entered a period of uncertainty. Statements by Iran’s foreign minister, Abbas Araghchi, suggest that while the waterway has not been formally closed, navigation through it has become increasinglyRead More
Pakistan ‘largely secures’ petrol cargoes for March, April
ISLAMABAD, MAR 24: Pakistan has “largely secured” petrol cargoes for March and April, a high-level monitoring committee was told on Tuesday, as the government moves to stabilise prices and supply chains amid the ongoing war in the Middle East. The development emerged during a meeting of the committee monitoring petrol prices, chaired by Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb, where participants reviewed energy supply situation and assess developments in global oil and gas markets, read a statement issued by the finance ministry. Members were assured that cargo inflows continue as scheduled andRead More
No let-up in US-Israel-Iran war despite Trump wish
In a significant development inside Iran, authorities named hardline former Revolutionary Guards commander Mohammad Baqer Zolqadr as the new Secretary of the Supreme National Security Council DNA Tehran/Beirut/Washington – March 24, 2026 — Fighting between the United States, Israel and Iran showed no signs of easing on Tuesday, even as President Donald Trump claimed “productive conversations” were underway with Tehran, a assertion repeatedly denied by Iranian officials. Israeli and US strikes continued across Iran, while Iranian forces maintained retaliatory attacks. Israel also pressed ahead with airstrikes in Lebanon, targeting areasRead More
Turkish University Fair 2026 to Be Held in Islamabad and Lahore
DNA Islamabad – The Turkish University Fair 2026 is scheduled to take place in Islamabad and Lahore, bringing together a range of higher education institutions from Türkiye and offering students in Pakistan access to information on international study opportunities.The event will be held on 30 March 2026 at the Marriott Hotel, Islamabad, followed by a second session on 01 April 2026 at the Nishat Hotel, Lahore, with participation expected from students, educators, and academic institutions across both cities.Organized under the Maarif Agency with the support of the Turkish Maarif FoundationRead More
President grants military awards to officers, soldiers of Pakistan Army, Navy, Air Force
RAWALPINDI, Mar 24 (DNA): President of Pakistan Asif Ali Zardari granted the military awards to the officers and soldiers of Pakistan Army, Navy and Air Force. According to an ISPR news release,11 Sitara-i-Basalat, 475 Tamgha-i-Basalat, 130 Imtiazi Asnad, 378 COAS Commendation Cards, 23 Hilal-i-Imtiaz (Military), 100 Sitara-i-Imtiaz (Military) and 136 Tamgha-i-Imtiaz (Military) have been granted. Following officer and man have been conferred with Sitara-i-Basalat, Maj Kamil Hussain, Arty, Maj Sibtain Haider (Shaheed), Punjab, Maj Hamzah Israr (Shaheed), FF, Maj Adnan Aslam (Shaheed), FF, Capt Hasnain Akhtar (Shaheed), Arty, Hav AliRead More
Pakistan all agog to host peace talks
Ansar M Bhatti ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister of Pakistan Shehbaz Sharif has welcomed and fully supports ongoing efforts to pursue dialogue to end the WAR in Middle East, in the interest of peace and stability in region and beyond. The prime minister however said these efforts are subject to concurrence by the US and Iran, Pakistan stands ready and honoured to be the host to facilitate meaningful and conclusive talks for a comprehensive settlement of the ongoing conflict. Meanwhile according to US media Pakistan could host a meeting between the UnitedRead More