Monday, April 20th, 2026
Australian FM lauds Pakistan’s constructive role in US-Iran dialogue
ISLAMABAD, Apr 20: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar on Monday held a telephone conversation with Foreign Minister of Australia Penny Wong, with the latter appreciating Pakistan’s constructive role in facilitating dialogue between Iran and the United States. During the conversation, the Australian FM also lauded the deputy prime minister’s efforts, as well as Pakistan’s continued commitment to promoting diplomatic engagement in this regard. Dar apprised her of the Islamabad Talks held on April 11-12, and reiterated Pakistan’s resolve to continue encouraging dialogue and constructive engagement.Read More
Islamabad’s diplomatic setback
In hindsight, Islamabad may have overestimated both its influence and the readiness of the parties to engage. Diplomacy is as much about reading signals as it is about facilitating dialogue Ansar Mahmood Bhatti The sudden refusal of Iran to participate in the second round of talks scheduled for April 21 in Islamabad has not only disrupted a sensitive diplomatic initiative but has also raised serious questions about Pakistan’s preparedness and judgment. Tehran’s decision to stay away citing the ongoing blockade of the Strait of Hormuz by the United States wasRead More
PMAA empowers women with martial arts boot camp
By our correspondent ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Martial Arts Association (PMAA) organised a two-day Quwwat-e-Niswan Martial Arts Boot Camp in Peshawar, promoting women’s empowerment and personal safety through practical self-defense training. Held at Khyber Medical College in collaboration with IFMSA-Pakistan, the camp brought together over 200 female medical students and professionals from institutions across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, including students from Khyber Medical College, Khyber Girls Medical College, Rehman Medical College, North West School of Medicine, Kabir Medical College, Jinnah Medical College, Gajju Khan Medical College Swabi, and Pak-International Medical College along withRead More
Mohsin Naqvi meets Iranian envoy
Saifullah Ansar ISLAMABAD: Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi held an important meeting with Iranian Ambassador Dr. Reza Amiri Moghadam on Monday to discuss arrangements for the second round of US-Iran peace talks in Islamabad. During the meeting, both sides emphasized the need to use diplomatic and negotiation channels to reduce tensions and find a durable solution to the current crisis. Minister Mohsin Naqvi briefed the Iranian ambassador about his recent visit to Iran and Pakistan’s efforts to de-escalate the situation. The Iranian Ambassador appreciated Pakistan’s positive and constructive role inRead More
Ayaz Sadiq Speaks for Justice at IPU
by Muhammad Mohsin Iqbal In the grand tradition of democratic governance, where the elected voices of the people gather in solemn assembly to chart the course of nations, parliament stands as the sacred forum for debate, aspiration, and the pursuit of a brighter tomorrow. It is here that the grievances and hopes of ordinary citizens find expression, and the foundations of stability and progress are laid with care and foresight. Across the world, this parliamentary system commands profound respect, serving as a beacon of collective wisdom. Thus, it was thatRead More
HEC to strengthen linkages, collaboration between Pakistani, Omani institutions
ISLAMABAD, APR 20 /DNA/ – Executive Director Higher Education Commission (HEC) Pakistan Dr. Zia Ul Haq held a meeting with Consul General Oman Engr. Sami Abdullah Al-Khanjari at the Consulate General of the Sultanate of Oman in Karachi. The HEC delegation comprised Advisor (Research and Innovation Division) HEC Dr. Muhammad Ali Nasir, Member HEC Commission Dr. Aurangzeb Khan and Vice Chancellor Dewan University Karachi. The discussion focused on establishing a robust framework for institutional linkages between the higher education sectors of Pakistan and Oman. During the session, Dr. Zia UlRead More