Tuesday, March 31st, 2026
IRGC vows to target US companies across the region
TEHRAN, MAR 31 /DNA/ – Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has issued a fresh warning that it will target facilities linked to American companies operating in the Middle East, while a senior Russian diplomat has confirmed that the country’s new Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei, remains in Iran but is deliberately avoiding public appearances. In a statement released via its official channels, the IRGC declared that sites associated with US companies in the region are now “legitimate targets” and urged employees and nearby residents to evacuate immediately for theirRead More
CASS Lahore explores Pakistan’s solar energy security transition prospects
ISLAMABAD, MAR 31 /DNA/ – The Centre for Aerospace and Security Studies (CASS) Lahore organised a roundtable discussion titled “Pakistan’s Energy Security in 2026: Assessing Solar Power Viability and Transition” on 31 March 2026. As an independent think tank, CASS Lahore organises academic events for scholars and practitioners interested in national security in its wider context. The event was attended by academics, intellectuals, and domain experts. Maheera Munir, a Research Assistant at CASS Lahore, delivered the opening address. The speaker, Dr Naveed Arshad, Director Energy Institute LUMS, highlighted thatRead More
Bangladesh marks 55 years of independence in Islamabad
Federal Minister Rana Tanvir Hussain joins diplomats to mark the golden milestone of Bangladesh’s nationhood. ISLAMABAD, MAR 31 /DNA/ — In a glittering ceremony that reflected the warmth of bilateral ties and the bonds of international friendship, the 55th Anniversary of the Independence and National Day of Bangladesh was celebrated in the federal capital with great enthusiasm and diplomatic camaraderie. The event was graced by a distinguished gathering of dignitaries, with Chief Guest Rana Tanvir Hussain, Federal Minister for National Food Security, presiding over the festivities alongside High Commissioner ofRead More
Pakistan, France reaffirm strong energy & mining cooperation amid regional developments
ISLAMABAD, MAR 31 /DNA/ – Federal Minister for Petroleum, Mr. Ali Pervaiz Malik, held a meeting with H.E. Mr. Nicolas Galey, Ambassador of France to Pakistan, to discuss the evolving regional situation, energy security, and avenues for enhanced bilateral cooperation in the energy and mining sectors. During the meeting, the French Ambassador lauded Pakistan’s effective handling of petroleum supply challenges in the region. He praised the Government of Pakistan for ensuring uninterrupted fuel availability and maintaining stability despite volatility in regional markets. Ambassador Galey noted that Pakistan had successfully managedRead More
China, Pakistan launch five-point peace plan for Middle East
BEIJING, MAR 31 /DNA/ – Member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the People’s Republic of China H.E. Mr. Wang Yi and Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar met in Beijing on 31 March 2026 to review the situation in the Gulf and Middle East Region. The two sides put forward the following: I. Immediate Cessation of Hostilities: China and Pakistan call for immediate cessation of hostilities and utmost efforts to preventRead More
Sarmad Ali again elected as President of APNS
Centreline magazine again elected as Member of the Executive Committee – Shahab Zuberi as Vice President, Muhammad Athar Kazi as Secretary General, Mohsin Bilal as Joint Secretary and Naveed Kashif elected as Finance Secretary of the Society. KARACHI, MAR 31 /DNA/ – The Annual Meeting of the APNS General Council held on March 31, 2026 at APNS House, Karachi unanimously re-elected Senator Sarmad Ali as President, Nazafreen Saigol Lakhani as Senior Vice President, Shahab Zuberi as Vice President, Muhammad Athar Kazi as Secretary General, Mohsin Bilal as Joint Secretary andRead More