Friday, April 17th, 2026
Pakistan Embassy in Beijing celebrates 75 years with China
BEIJING, APR 17 /DNA/ – Today, as part of ongoing celebrations marking the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Pakistan and China, the Embassy of Pakistan in Beijing, in collaboration with the Silk Road Cities Alliance, Jinshang Group, and WTL Design, organized a “Chancery Showcase & Tree Plantation Ceremony”. Held at the Embassy’s Chancery, the event featured live musical performances, video presentation showcasing the renovation of the Chancery Building, and joint tree plantation ceremony. In his remarks, Ambassador Khalil Hashmi, welcomed the distinguished guests and highlighted the symbolic significance ofRead More
Canada T20 World Cup game in Chennai under ICC scrutiny after corruption claim
The International Cricket Council on Friday said it was investigating Cricket Canada over allegations of match corruption, including the team’s loss to New Zealand at the recent T20 World Cup hosted by India and Sri Lanka. The game in Chennai — which Canada lost by eight wickets — is under scrutiny following allegations of corruption highlighted in a documentary aired by the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation (CBC) on Thursday. “The ACU (anti-corruption unit) is aware of the programme broadcast by CBC,” Andrew Ephgrave, interim general manager of the ICC’s Integrity Unit,Read More
OGRA disburses PKR 38 billion in fuel price claims
Imran Ghaznavi ISLAMABAD, APR 17 /DNA/ – While implementing the Federal Government decision to maintain the fuel prices at affordable level, the Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA) has processed the disbursement of approximately PKR 38 billion in Price Differential Claims (PDC) to 34 Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs). OGRA has implemented the Federal Government decision through a mechanism, duly concurred by Federal Government, aimed at improving transparency, efficiency, and timeliness in the verification and release of PDCs. The framework ensures a structured evaluation process, enabling expeditious settlement of legitimate eligibleRead More
PAF escorted Iranian negotiators home safely amid fears of Israeli attack: sources
Next Round of US-Iran Talks Expected This Weekend ISLAMABAD, APR 17: The Pakistan Air Force (PAF) escorted Iranian negotiators home from inconclusive peace talks with the US last weekend, launching a major operation after the Iranians said Israel might seek to kill them, three sources told Reuters. Pakistan deployed some two dozen jets in the escort, as well as the force’s Airborne Warning and Control System for aerial surveillance to ensure the safety of the delegation back from Islamabad, said two Pakistani sources with knowledge of the operation. One saidRead More
PRCS, Turkish Red Crescent sign flood cash aid agreement
ISLAMABAD, APR 17 /DNA/ – The Pakistan Red Crescent Society (PRCS) and the Turkish Red Crescent (TRC) formalized a significant humanitarian partnership today by signing an agreement to deliver cash assistance to vulnerable families affected by recent floods in multiple districts of Pakistan. The agreement was signed by Secretary General PRCS, Mr. Muhammad Abaidullah Khan, and Head of Delegation Turkish Red Crescent in Pakistan, Ms. Beyza Taner, in the presence of Chairperson PRCS, Mrs. Farzhana Naek. The ceremony was also attended by senior officials and program representatives from both NationalRead More
ICCI-CDA join hands to uplift the capital city
ISLAMABAD, APR 17 /DNA/ – The newly appointed Chief Commissioner Islamabad and Chairman of the Capital Development Authority (CDA), Lt. (R) Sohail Ashraf, has reaffirmed his firm commitment to addressing the legitimate concerns of the business community and residents on a priority basis, while introducing progressive reforms to facilitate trade and economic activity in the federal capital. He expressed these views during a meeting with a high-level delegation of the Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ICCI), led by its President Sardar Tahir Mehmood. The delegation called on him toRead More