Wednesday, May 20th, 2026
Standing committees are the real strength of ICCI: Sardar Tahir Mehmood
ISLAMABAD, MAY 20 /DNA/ – President of the Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Sardar Tahir Mehmood, has said that the Standing Committees are the real arms and backbone of the Chamber as they play a pivotal role in the policy formulation and decision-making aimed at resolving the issues faced by the business community. He expressed these views while chairing a meeting of the Chairmen of the ICCI Standing Committees held at the Chamber House on Wednesday. The meeting was attended by a large number of Chairmen of various Standing Committees,Read More
PM for speedy processing of Bait-ul-Mal applications
ISLAMABAD, 20 MAY (DNA) — Managing Director of Pakistan Bait-ul-Mal Captain (retd) Shaheen Butt on Wednesday called on Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, who directed the institution to expedite the processing of Bait-ul-Mal applications and simplify the submission procedure. During the meeting, MD Bait-ul-Mal presented a performance review of the organisation to the prime minister. Prime Minister Shehbaz said that providing timely facilities to deserving and needy individuals was among the government’s priorities.— DNA
President Asif Ali Zardari receives Prince Rahim Aga Khan V
DNA Islamabad: 20 May: President Asif Ali Zardari today received His Highness Prince Rahim Aga Khan V upon his arrival at Noor Khan Airbase on an official visit to Pakistan. First Lady Bibi Aseefa Bhutto Zardari accompanied the President. This is Prince Rahim Aga Khan’s first visit to Pakistan since assuming leadership of the Shia Ismaili Muslim community as the 50th Imam following the passing of his father, His Late Highness Prince Karim Aga Khan IV, in February 2025. Upon arrival at Aiwan-e-Sadr, a tri-services guard of honour comprising contingentsRead More
Breakthrough likely in US-Iran standoff as Pakistan steps up diplomatic efforts
ANSAR MAHMOOD BHATTI ISLAMABAD – In a significant diplomatic development, Pakistan appears to have brokered a potential breakthrough in the long-standing stalemate between the United States and Iran. According to high-level sources, Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi held a crucial meeting with Iranian leadership on Wednesday, including a meeting with the Iranian President, raising hopes for a de-escalation in regional tensions. Sources close to the matter reveal that an agreement is currently being finalized between the relevant parties. The talks, facilitated by Pakistani officials, are said to have focused onRead More
Key militant commander killed in security force operation: ISPR
RAWALPINDI, MAY 20 /DNA/ – Security forces carried out a successful operation today against a banned militant group. A key Afghan commander named Basir was killed during the encounter. One of his Afghan associates was arrested. According to intelligence reports, security forces tracked Commander Basir to the Shaban area before the operation. Previous incident: Earlier, on February 22, 2026, a group of five suicide bombers under Basir’s command was also killed by security forces in the Pshin area. Official Statement: The death of Commander Basir is considered a major success for securityRead More
President Zardari, First lady welcome Prince Rahim Aga Khan V in Islamabad
DNA ISLAMABAD, MAY 20: President Asif Ali Zardari and First Lady Bibi Aseefa Bhutto Zardari received Prince Rahim Aga Khan V upon his arrival at Noor Khan Airbase today. The President and the First Lady were present as the Prince was greeted with a bouquet on the tarmac. Following the airport reception, Chairman of the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP), Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, received Prince Rahim Aga Khan V upon his arrival at Aiwan-e-Sadr. The series of warm receptions underscores the significance of the Prince’s visit to the federal capital.