Tuesday, August 18th, 2026
PTI lauds SC order on Imran Khan, urges workers not to gather outside hospital
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) on Tuesday welcomed the Supreme Court’s order to transfer jailed party founder Imran Khan to Shifa International Hospital for medical assessment and treatment, urging party workers to avoid gathering outside the medical facility. In a post on X, the Khan-founded party called on workers to fully respect the top court’s directives, saying the appeal was being made in the interest of the former prime minister’s health and treatment. The statement came soon after the Supreme Court ordered Adiala jail authorities to transfer Khan to ShifaRead More
Pakistan wants peaceful resolution of all issues: Dar Russian Envoy Meets Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar
Saifullah Ansar/DNA Islamabad: The Russian Ambassador to Pakistan, H.E. Mr. Albert Khorev, called on Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar today. During the meeting, the Deputy Prime Minister appreciated the positive momentum in bilateral ties and emphasized the importance of continued cooperation in key areas. He stressed that sustained high-level exchanges are vital to further strengthen Pakistan-Russia relations. Regional developments also figured prominently in the discussion. Senator Dar underscored Pakistan’s consistent position that dialogue and diplomacy remain the only viable path for resolving differences and promoting regionalRead More
Imran Khan’s sister Noreen Niazi allowed to meet him at Rawalpindi’s Adiala Jail
RAWALPINDI: Incarcerated ex-prime minister Imran Khan’s sister, Noreen Niazi, was allowed entry into Rawalpindi’s Adiala jail on Tuesday after the Supreme Court ruled that the PTI founder be allowed weekly meetings with his family. Imran — imprisoned since Aug 5, 2023, for concealing details of Toshakhana gifts — is serving a 14-year sentence at Rawalpindi’s Adiala jail in a £190 million corruption case, also known as the Al-Qadir Trust case. Despite an order by the Islamabad High Court (IHC) allowing the incarcerated ex-premier to have twice-a-week meetings — on TuesdaysRead More
World NO 1 Belgium lose to Germany; England outclass India
Sports Desk AMSTERDAM: The third matchday of the FIH Men’s Hockey World Cup 2026 brought high-voltage drama, unexpected upsets, and thrilling end-to-end encounters across the pools. Germany Edge Out Hosts Belgium (1–0) In one of the most anticipated clashes of the tournament, Germany pulled off a major statement victory over host nation and Pro League champions, Belgium. Operating with a compact, structured defense, the German squad absorbed relentless Belgian pressure before Jakob Brilla converted a vital chance in the 39th minute. Despite late attacks from the host side, Germany heldRead More
Deputy PM Hails France Envoy for Strengthening Relations
ISLAMABAD, AUG 18 /DNA/ – Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar @MIshaqDar50 received French Ambassador Nicolas Galey for a farewell call today. DPM/FM congratulated Ambassador Galey on completion of his assignment and appreciated his contribution to further strengthening Pakistan-France relations. DPM/FM emphasized to further expand bilateral cooperation and stressed the importance of sustained high-level exchanges, dialogue and engagement on bilateral and regional matters of mutual interest. Ambassador Galey thanked the DPM/FM and the Government of Pakistan for the support extended to him during his tenure.
G-14/1 allottees meet MNA; demand initiation of development work
MNA Anjum Aqeel Khan assured the delegation that their grievances would be addressed within three months. He pledged to take concrete steps to resolve the matter and ensure that the allottees finally receive possession of their plots ISLAMABAD, AUG 18 /DNA/ – The Allottees Welfare Association G-14 delegation met Member of National Assembly (MNA) Anjum Aqeel Khan and demanded immediate initiation of development work in sector G-14/1, along with the handing over of plots to rightful allottees. The delegation highlighted that the housing project was launched in 2004, yet despiteRead More