Sunday, April 26th, 2026
Serena Hotel, Red Zone traffic restrictions lifted
ISLAMABAD, APR 26 /DNA/ – Traffic restrictions around Serena Hotel and the Red Zone in Islamabad ended today. Authorities thanked the people of Pakistan, especially citizens of Islamabad and Rawalpindi, for their patience and cooperation during the restrictions. “The support of the public helps us ensure the safety of our guests and continue our efforts for peace in the region,” an official statement said. Officials added that they remain committed to these goals and deeply appreciate the continued prayers and good wishes of the nation.
Pakistani Auto Sector Engages with Chinese Industry at Beijing Exhibition
BEIJING, Apr 26: The 2026 Beijing International Automotive Exhibition opened in China’s capital on Friday, drawing significant international participation, including a strong delegation from Pakistan that reflects the growing depth of China–Pakistan economic cooperation in the automotive sector. More than 100 Pakistani participants, including distributors, business representatives, and industry stakeholders, attended the exhibition and 70 participating at the invitation of leading Chinese automaker Great Wall Motors (GWM). The visit highlights expanding business-to-business engagement and increasing interest among Pakistani companies in China’s rapidly evolving automotive industry, particularly in new energy vehiclesRead More
PSL 11: Islamabad United win toss, opt to bowl first against Multan Sultans
KARACHI, APR 26: Three-time champions Islamabad United won the toss and decided to bowl first against Multan Sultans in the 40th match of Pakistan Super League (PSL) 11 at the National Bank Stadium on Sunday. Head-to-headThe two sides have come face-to-face 19 times in the PSL, and three-time champions United hold a slight edge in the head-to-head record with 10 wins, while Sultans have nine victories to their name. Their most recent meeting came earlier in the ongoing PSL 11, which saw Sultans prevail comfortably by five wickets with eightRead More
Mohsen Gilani hails Field Marshal’s Football vision
AFZAL JAVED ISLAMABAD: In a major boost for Pakistan football, Pakistan Football Federation (PFF) President Syed Mohsen Gilani has thanked Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir for his strong support in promoting football and launching talent hunt programs, saying the armed forces are playing a decisive role in discovering young talent and shaping the future of the game in the country. Speaking during a meeting with Pakistan’s Under-16 national football team, which is participating in the UEFA Development Tournament for the first time, Mohsen Gilani said Field Marshal Asim Munir isRead More
When Wind Meets Waves; A New Ocean Story
By: Aysal Elham Europe’s offshore wind farms were built to capture clean energy from the sea breeze, but beneath the waves something unexpected is happening. The very structures designed to fight climate change are quietly nurturing new marine ecosystems. Research across UK and European waters shows turbine foundations acting as artificial reefs. Algae, barnacles, and shellfish cling to the steel columns, attracting small fish, which in turn draw larger predators. What began as industrial infrastructure has become a thriving underwater community. Fishing restrictions around these farms have further transformed themRead More
FM Araghchi back in Pakistan amid push to keep Iran-US peace talks on track: sources
ISLAMABAD, APR 26: Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi returned to Pakistan on Sunday as the country tries to keep the US-Iran peace talks on track despite President Donald Trump calling off his envoys’ planned trip, sources said. FM Araghchi landed in Islamabad following his visit to Oman, where he held talks with Sultan Haitham bin Tariq al-Said on security in the Strait of Hormuz and diplomatic efforts to end the Iran-US conflict. During his second trip to Pakistan in two days, the Iranian foreign minister is expected to hold talksRead More