Wednesday, April 15th, 2026
Field Marshal Asim Munir, Interior Minister arrive in Tehran for mediation efforts
TEHRAN, APR 15 /DNA/ – Field Marshal Asim Munir, NI(M), HJ, Chief of Army Staff (COAS) & Chief of Defence Force (CDF), along with Federal Minister for Interior Mohsin Naqvi and a delegation, arrived in Tehran today as part of ongoing mediation efforts, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) confirmed. The high-level visit underscores Pakistan’s continued diplomatic role in facilitating dialogue and de-escalation in the region. While specific details of the mediation were not immediately disclosed, sources indicate the discussions aim to address outstanding points of contention between regional states, building onRead More
Media investigation exposes law firms encouraging fake gay asylum claims in UK
MONITORING REPORT LONDON: A BBC undercover investigation has alleged that a network of immigration advisers, paralegals and associated intermediaries has been helping migrants fabricate asylum claims in the UK by falsely presenting themselves as gay, charging thousands of pounds for false narratives, staged evidence and interview coaching. At least three law firms – one of these owned by Pakistanis – has been accused by the BBC of fabricating the asylum claims through illegal means: Law & Justice Solicitors and Connaught Law. Law and Justice is owned by Michael Oluyemi MakindeRead More
Finance Minister highlights Pakistan’s strengthened climate resilience at IMF meeting
WASHINGTON, APR 15 /DNA/ – Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue, Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb, commenced his engagements for the day at the World Bank-IMF Spring Meetings 2026 by participating in the 15th Ministerial Meeting of the Coalition of Finance Ministers for Climate Action (CFMCA), held under the theme “Climate Action as an Engine of Growth, Jobs and Competitiveness.” In his intervention, the Finance Minister underscored Pakistan’s evolving climate resilience, noting that during the devastating floods of 2022, the country had to immediately seek international support. In contrast, he highlighted thatRead More
ICCI President warns of economic slowdown due to restrictive policies
Says early closures and power cuts crippling business activity in capital ISLAMABAD, APR 15 /DNA/ – President Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Sardar Tahir Mehmood has expressed grave concern over the escalating challenges faced by the business community in Islamabad, due to the imposition of restrictive market timings by the federal government. Addressing a highly attended press conference at the Chamber House on Wednesday, he stated that the abrupt enforcement of strict business hours has not only disrupted commercial activity but has also negatively impacted the daily lives ofRead More
Pakistan calls for abolition of UNSC veto power
DNA NEW YORK: Reaffirming its consistent policy, Pakistan has called for the abolition or severe restriction of the veto power and strongly opposed any expansion of permanent membership in the United Nations Security Council (UNSC). The stance was expressed by Pakistan’s Permanent Representative to the UN, Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad, at a resumed session of the long-running Intergovernmental Negotiations (IGN) aimed at reforming the 15-member UNSC. “Pakistan’s policy position remains clear and consistent — veto should either be abolished or, at a minimum, its use by the current permanent membersRead More
US-Iran ceasefire remains in Limbo
Trump claims progress on Strait of Hormuz and Erdogan warns against Israeli sabotage Centreline Report WASHINGTON: Washington and Tehran continue diplomatic engagement despite the lack of a formal extension to their fragile two-week ceasefire, with a senior US official confirming ongoing talks aimed at reaching a broader deal even as the initial truce window edges closer to expiration. President Donald Trump has struck an optimistic tone, declaring that China is “very happy” with US efforts to permanently reopen the Strait of Hormuz and claiming Beijing has agreed not to supplyRead More