Monday, April 27th, 2026
The Importance of the World Urban Forum and the Significance of Hosting WUF13 in Baku for Azerbaijan’s Development
Professor Dr Adam Saud Twenty first century is witnessing a raid rise in urbanization across the whole world. Around fifty percent of the world population lives in the cities and the percentage is expected to grow even further in the near future. There is no doubt that urban centers provide better opportunities in terms of growth, social transformation, and innovation yet it also brings challenges like shortage of houses, climate vulnerabilities, social problems, and stress on health and education facilities. In order to manage such challenges, the UN Human SettlementRead More
Bangladesh name 15-member squad for first Pakistan Test
ISLAMABAD, APR 27: The Bangladesh Cricket Board has announced a 15-player squad for the first Test against Pakistan, scheduled to begin on May 8 at Sher-e-Bangla Stadium in Dhaka. The match will be part of the 2025-27 ICC World Test Championship cycle, with Bangladesh aiming to improve their position in the standings. Najmul Hossain Shanto will continue as Bangladesh’s Test captain for the opening match against Pakistan. All-rounder Mehidy Hasan Miraz has been named vice-captain for the Dhaka Test. Bangladesh currently sit eighth in the World Test Championship standings andRead More
President felicitates South African leadership on National Day
ISLAMABAD, APR 27 (DNA): President Asif Ali Zardari on Monday extended felicitations to President Matamela Cyril Ramaphosa and the people of South Africa, on the occasion of their National Day, annually observed on April 27. In a message on behalf of the government and the people of Pakistan, the president, who is currently on a five-day visit to China, said that Pakistan attached great importance to its cordial relations with South Africa, which were rooted in shared values, mutual trust, and a common commitment to peace, development and multilateral cooperation.Read More
Pakistan, China ink MoUs to boost tea sector cooperation, agri technology, desalination
BEIJING, APR 27: Pakistan and China on Monday signed three memoranda of understanding (MoUs) to strengthen bilateral cooperation in the fields of desalination, agricultural technology and the tea industry. President Asif Ali Zardari, who is on a five-day visit to China, witnessed the signing of the MoUs between Pakistani and Chinese entities. The first MoU was concluded between the local government, the Government of Sindh and Lucion Environmental Technology Group for collaboration on a seawater desalination project in Karachi aimed at increasing the city’s supply of water. The MoU wasRead More
First groups of Pakistani pilgrims arrive in Makkah to warm welcome
Khuram Shahzad MAKKAH MUKARRAMAH, Apr 27:The first groups of Pakistani pilgrims, after completing their stay and Ziarat in Madinah Munawwarah, have started arriving in the holy city of Makkah Mukarramah, marking the beginning of a spiritual season draped in the traditional white Ihrams. According to a spokesperson for the Ministry of Religious Affairs, the arrival of the “Guests of Allah” (Dhuyuf-ur-Rahman) was met with a heart-warming reception. Pilgrims were showered with flower petals and served with Aab-e-Zamzam, dates, and chilled beverages upon their arrival at their residences. The pilgrims expressedRead More
Iran proposes deal to reopen Strait of Hormuz, defer nuclear talks: report
ISLAMABAD, APR 27: Iran, through Pakistani mediators, has offered a new proposal on reopening the Strait of Hormuz and ending the war, with nuclear negotiations postponed for a later stage, US media outlet Axios reported, citing an American official and two sources with knowledge of the matter. Hopes of reviving peace efforts receded on Saturday when US President Donald Trump scrapped a visit to Islamabad by his envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi shuttled to and from mediators Pakistan and Oman on Sunday before flyingRead More