Monday, June 22nd, 2026
Bangladeshi PM to visit China from Jun 24-26
BEIJING, Jun 22: At the invitation of Chinese Premier Li Qiang, Prime Minister of Bangladesh, Tarique Rahman will undertake an official visit to China from June 24 to 26, a spokesperson of the Chinese Foreign Ministry announced on Monday. Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun said at a regular press briefing that during the visit, Rahman would also attend the 17th Annual Meeting of the New Champions (AMNC) in Dalian. He noted that China and Bangladesh are traditional friendly neighbors and comprehensive strategic partners. Under the strategic guidance of the leadersRead More
Pezeshkian to visit Pakistan tomorrow as US-Iran talks yield roadmap for final deal
ISLAMABAD, JUN 22: Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian will arrive in Pakistan on Tuesday (tomorrow) following talks between Tehran and Washington in Switzerland, which were mediated by Islamabad, Iran’s state news agency IRNA said while quoting the president’s office. Expressing appreciation to Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif for “his mediation between Iran and the United States” is among the objectives of the visit, Habibollah Abbasi, director of public relations at the president’s office, said. The United States and Iran made “encouraging progress” at the first round of talks aimed at reaching aRead More
Obedience to Allah and Prophet (P.B.U.H) key to success: Saeed Anwar
ISLAMABAD, JUN 22 /DNA/ – Former Pakistan cricket star and renowned Islamic motivational speaker Saeed Anwar has that lasting success can only be achieved through obedience to Allah Almighty and adherence to the teachings of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). Addressing a gathering at the Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ICCI) here on Monday, he observed that the Holy Qur’an provides a complete framework for both individual and societal success. He said that believers who dedicate themselves to the service of Allah, uphold moral values, and work for theRead More
USA issues license allowing Iran to export Oil — restrictions apply
WASHINGTON, /DNA/ — In a significant diplomatic development, the United States has granted Iran a license permitting the export of crude oil under specific conditions, marking what officials described as “a good step forward” in ongoing negotiations between the two countries. The license, valid until August 21, 2026, allows Iran to resume limited oil exports to global markets. However, the authorization explicitly excludes shipments to North Korea, Cuba, and Ukraine, countries still under separate US sanctions regimes. Officials in Washington said the decision reflects progress in technical-level talks aimed at stabilizing energy markets and advancing dialogueRead More
PM departs to Pakistan after wrapping up his visit to Switzerland
ISLAMABAD, Jun 22: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, on Monday, departed for Pakistan after concluding his visit to Switzerland. At Zurich Airport, senior Swiss officials and Pakistan’s Ambassador to Switzerland, Marghoob Saleem Butt, bid farewell to the prime minister, PM Office Media Wing said in a press release. The prime minister and Chief of Army Staff and Chief of Defence Forces, Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, participated in high-level talks on June 21, at Burgenstock, Switzerland, regarding the implementation of the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding.
IESCO notifies power suspension programme
ISLAMABAD, Jun 22: The Islamabad Electric Supply Company (IESCO) on Monday issued a power suspension programme for Tuesday in various areas of its region due to necessary maintenance and routine development work. According to an IESCO spokesperson, power supply in the Islamabad Circle will remain suspended from 7:00 am to 11:00 am on CWO, G-10 Markaz, Category House, G-10 Muave Area and associated feeders. In Rawalpindi Cantt Circle, electricity supply will remain suspended from 6:00 am to 10:00 am on Moorat, Kohala and Fatima Jinnah feeders, while from 7:00 amRead More