Tuesday, July 21st, 2026
Saudi Cabinet condemns Houthi allegations, vows continued support for Yemen
RIYADH, JUL 21: Saudi Arabia’s Cabinet on Tuesday strongly condemned the “false” allegations made by Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthi militia, saying the accusations were “baseless.” In a statement issued after its weekly meeting, the Cabinet – chaired by King Salman – said the Houthis had become embroiled in the region’s conflicts in pursuit of their “sinister agenda,” adding that the militia’s actions had deepened the suffering of the Yemeni people. The Cabinet reaffirmed the Kingdom’s continued support for the Yemeni people and the country’s internationally recognized government, and stressed that SaudiRead More
NADRA official goes missing in Karachi
KARACHI, 21 JULY (DNA) — The family of a missing National Database and Registration Authority (Nadra) official approached police on Tuesday with an application for his recovery. The application, seen by Dawn, addressed Sindh Inspector General of Police (IG) Javed Alam Odho and stated that applicant Sohail Sangi’s younger son, Fayyaz Ahmed Janjhi, who is an assistant director at Nadra, had been missing since 6:30pm on July 20. The application further stated that the missing official’s family had tried to contact him continuously, but his phone was switched off. The familyRead More
Pakistan-China economic partnership enters new phase of business collaboration: Ambassador Khalil Hashmi
ICCI determined to Strengthen Business Linkages, Facilitate Chinese Investment in Pakistan: Sardar Tahir Mehmood ISLAMABAD, JUL 21 /DNA/ – Pakistan’s Ambassador to China, Khalil Hashmi, has said that Pakistan-China economic relations are entering a more focused phase of investment-led business-to-business cooperation, with sustained efforts underway to translate the two countries’ exceptional political relationship into tangible trade, investment and industrial partnerships. Addressing an interactive session with the business community at the Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ICCI), he said that over the past two-and-a-half years, the Embassy has worked toRead More
Iran Interior Minister calls on PM Shehbaz Sharif
ISLAMABAD, JUL 21 /DNA/ – Eskandar Momeni, Interior Minister of the Islamic Republic of Iran, who is on an official visit to Pakistan, called on Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif at the Prime Minister House, earlier today. Deputy Prime Minister & Foreign Minister Sen. Mohammad Ishaq Dar, Minister for Interior & Narcotics Control Syed Mohsin Raza Naqvi, Minister for Information Attaullah Tarar, Advisor to the Prime Minister Dr. Syed Tauqir Shah, Minister of State for Interior Talal Chaudhry and other senior government officials were also present. During the meeting, theRead More
Iran lauds Pakistan as anchor for regional peace
RAWALPINDI, JUL 21 /DNA/ – Eskandar Momeni, Interior Minister of the Islamic Republic of Iran called on Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), HJ, Chief of Army Staff & Chief of Defence Forces, at the General Headquarters (GHQ), Rawalpindi. During the meeting, matters of mutual interest, regional and bilateral security and effective border management were discussed. The visiting Iranian dignitary appreciated Pakistan’s consistent efforts and indispensable diplomatic role in easing regional tensions, encouraging de-escalation and serving as an anchor for peace. The meeting concluded on reaffirmation of resolve toRead More
Pakistan to Face Sri Lanka in CAVA Volleyball Opener
By our correspondent ISLAMABAD: Pakistan will kick off its campaign against Sri Lanka in the Central Asian Volleyball Association (CAVA) Men’s Volleyball Championship 2026 starting from today (Wednesday) the Liaquat Gymnasium, Pakistan Sports Complex Islamabad following India’s last-minute withdrawal from the tournament despite receiving comprehensive security assurances. Speaking to the media after the championship’s trophy unveiling ceremony, Pakistan Volleyball Federation (PVF) Chairman Chaudhry Mohammad Yaqoob expressed disappointment over India’s decision to pull out of the event. “We are surprised by India’s withdrawal after all necessary arrangements had been completed. AtRead More