Friday, July 17th, 2026
At least 24 India-backed terrorists gunned down in Bannu operations: ISPR
RAWALPINDI, JUL 17: Security forces have gunned down at least 24 terrorists in Bannu district, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said on Friday, as the military continues its operations against Indian-backed proxies. In a statement, the military’s media wing said that in the backdrop of a recent surge in terrorist activities against police and vehicle-borne suicide bombing in Bannu District, in which Indian-proxy Fitna Al-Khwarij targeted Law Enforcement Agencies and innocent civilians, security forces initiated extensive joint intelligence-based operations to hunt the perpetrators of these heinous attacks and their supportRead More
HEC concludes PSG-2023 session for deans
ISLAMABAD, JUL 17 /DNA/ – The Quality Assurance Agency (QAA), Higher Education Commission (HEC) Pakistan, organised a regional session of the National Leadership Engagement Series entitled, “The Quality Compact”, at the University of Faisalabad (TUF), bringing together Deans and Registrars from 23 degree awarding institutions (DAIs) of South Punjab. Rector TUF Prof. Dr. Aman Ullah Malik welcomed the participating academic leaders during the opening session. Speaking on the occasion, Director General QAA HEC Mr. Nasir Shah highlighted that the session’s theme, “From Conformity to Ownership,” reflects a deliberate shift inRead More
Pakistan signs WAICO founding agreement as Dar wraps up shanghai visit
SHANGHAI, JUL 17 /DNA/ – Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar concluded a two-day visit to Shanghai on Friday, during which Pakistan formally became a founding member of the newly established World Artificial Intelligence Cooperation Organization (WAICO). Dar signed the WAICO founding agreement on Pakistan’s behalf, joining representatives from 29 countries at the signing ceremony. The agreement establishes WAICO as an independent intergovernmental international organization headquartered in Shanghai, with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi signing on behalf of Beijing. UN Secretary-General António Guterres attended the ceremony,Read More
Egyptian ambassador highlights strong bilateral ties at National Day celebration
Ansar Mahmood Bhatti ISLAMABAD, JUL 17 /DNA/ – The Ambassador of Egypt to Pakistan delivered a heartfelt address at the National Day of Egypt reception held at the Islamabad Serena Hotel, emphasizing the deep-rooted friendship and growing strategic partnership between Egypt and Pakistan. Speaking at the elegant ceremony, the Ambassador warmly welcomed dignitaries and guests, including Chief Guest Jam Kamal Khan, Federal Minister for Commerce, members of the diplomatic corps, and other distinguished personalities. Federal Minister Jam Kamal also spoke on the occasion. He said Pakistan greatly valued relations withRead More