Saturday, May 9th, 2026
GPA incentivizes 30 days free storage for import, export cargos at Gwadar
ISLAMABAD, MAY 9 /DNA/ – Gwadar Port Authority (GPA) has started providing up to 30 days of free storage for import and export cargos docked on Gwadar Port on May 8. Free storage facilities are also being offered in cargo sheds, storage container yards, and repair sheds managed by the Gwadar Port Authority in order to facilitate investors as much as possible. This was revealed by GPA chairman Noor-ul-Haq Baloch in a meeting with members of the all Pakistan Shipping Association in Karachi, where he gave a detailed briefing onRead More
University of Gwadar approves AI Lab, launches AI Literacy Program
ISLAMABAD, MAY 9 /DNA/ – University of Gwadar’s Department of Computer Science approved the establishment of a dedicated artificial intelligence research and development laboratory and launched a 10-month AI training program during the sixth meeting of its Board of Studies (BoS). The meeting was held at the Pak-China Technical and Vocational Institute under the chairmanship of Hafeezullah, chairperson of the Department of Computer Science at the University of Gwadar, according to a Gwadar Pro’s report. Participants included Mohibullah, dean of the Faculty of Sciences, Engineering and Technology; Rabia Aslam, directorRead More
Water Cube Cup Chinese Song Contest makes Pakistan debut
ISLAMABAD, MAY 9 (DNA): The 2026 “Culture China · Water Cube Cup” Chinese Song Contest concluded its Pakistan leg final in the federal capital, marking the debut of the long-running global cultural event in the country. The competition served as a musical and cultural bridge, allowing attendees to immerse themselves in the charms of Chinese-language music, according to Gwadar Pro. Since the opening of registrations in February, the event drew over 220 applicants from across Pakistan, from which 32 contestants advanced to the final round. The finalists included 10 inRead More
Russian embassy commemorates Victory Day
ISLAMABAD, MAY 9 /DNA/ – The Embassy of Russia in Pakistan commemorated the 81st anniversary of Victory in the Great Patriotic War. The celebrations began with the “Immortal Regiment” march, attended by Russian Chargé d’Affaires Natalia Shmeleva, Russian Defence Attaché Colonel Vadim Fenchenko, the Ambassadors of Belarus, Turkmenistan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan together with their family members, Embassy staff, Russian community in Pakistan, as well as citizens of several Central Asian countries. The “Immortal Regiment” is an annual public remembrance campaign held around Victory Day on May 9. During the march,Read More
French development agency chief meets Chairman CDA
ISLAMABAD, MAY 9 /DNA/ – Chairman Capital Development Authority (CDA) and Chief Commissioner of Islamabad, Sohail Ashraf, met with Marc Antoine, Country Director of French Development Agency (AFD), and his delegation at the CDA Headquarters. The meeting was attended by CDA Member Planning and Design, Muhammad Umair, DG Islamabad Water and relevant senior officers. During the meeting, reforms and various projects in the water sector were discussed with the AFD delegation. The primary objective of the meeting was to explore avenues for technical assistance in projects aimed at improving waterRead More
Pakistan, Bangladesh sign historic MoU on narcotics control
DHAKA, MAY 9 /DNA/ – Federal Interior and Narcotics Control Minister Mohsin Naqvi met with Bangladesh’s Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed in Dhaka. During the meeting, both Interior Ministers agreed to establish a Secretary-Level Joint Working Group between the two Ministries of Interior.On this occasion, a historic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between Pakistan and Bangladesh to strengthen cooperation in combating drug trafficking, drug abuse, and narcotics control. Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi signed the agreement on behalf of the Government of Pakistan, while Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed signed onRead More