Friday, August 21st, 2026
PTI decries ‘violation’ of Supreme Court order on Imran Khan’s medical checkup
ISLAMABAD: PTI Chairman Barrister Gohar Ali Khan on Friday accused the federal government of violating the Supreme Court’s order regarding the transfer of party founder and former prime minister Imran Khan to Shifa International Hospital, describing the development as “unfortunate”. Speaking to reporters, Barrister Gohar said that the top court’s directions contained no ambiguity regarding the former premier’s transfer to the medical facility. He said that there had been no expectation that the PTI founder would be shifted to another hospital or that details of his transfer would not beRead More
At least 21,951 Pakistanis deported from Gulf states by March 1, NA told
ISLAMABAD: At least 21,951 Pakistanis have been deported from Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) states by March 1, the National Assembly was informed, with Saudi Arabia accounting for the largest share of deportations. According to data shared in a written reply to a question by Hameed Hassan during the Question Hour in the National Assembly on Thursday, out of the 21,951 Pakistanis deported, the majority were from Saudi Arabia from where 15,495 Pakistanis were deported, according to The News. From the United Arab Emirates, 3,802 Pakistanis were deported, while 521 wereRead More
US threatens Iran with blockade, ‘toughest ever sanctions’ as China pushes diplomacy
WASHINGTON, AUG 21: US Treasury chief Scott Bessent said the United States will impose “the toughest sanctions in history” on Iran, a move he suggested would lessen the need for new major military operations. Bessent’s comments on Thursday followed President Donald Trump’s threat a day earlier of “Economic Warfare” and a warning of economic consequences against any country that provided “any type of lifeline to Iran.” Bessent promised details next week. Oil prices rose to more than a three-week high on Thursday following those US threats of financial penalties aimedRead More
Pakistan, Turkmenistan join hands to promote chess
By our correspondent ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and Turkmenistan have agreed to further strengthen cooperation in chess, with a particular focus on promoting the sport among youth, nurturing emerging talent and creating greater international opportunities for the next generation of players. The understanding was reached during a meeting between President of the Chess Federation of Pakistan (CFP) Syed Zeeshan Naqvi and President of the Chess Federation of Turkmenistan Vepa Myalikgulyev in Ashgabat, held on the sidelines of the Kids Chess Festival. The two presidents discussed a range of initiatives aimed at providingRead More
Al-Shifa Trust served 1.26 million patients in FY2025-26
RAWALPINDI, AUG 21 /DNA/ – Al-Shifa Trust’s network of seven eye hospitals provided healthcare services to more than 1.26 million people during FY2025-26 as it announced plans to expand outpatient services at its Rawalpindi hospital to meet rising demand. According to the Trust’s latest performance report, 1,267,657 patients benefited from its services. Community outreach remained a key component of operations, with 664,668 people examined through eye screening and medical camps. In addition 37,739 individuals were screened for diabetes and hypertension to support the early detection of conditions that can lead to visionRead More
Bejaan Resorts, South Air sign agreement
DNA | Islamabad | – Bejaan Resorts and South Air (Private) Limited will formally enter into a strategic partnership aimed at strengthening air connectivity to Chitral and supporting the long-term growth of tourism in one of Pakistan’s most remarkable mountain destinations. The strategic partnership will be formally signed in Islamabad by Anwar Aman, Founder of Bejaan Resorts, and Nishat Fatima, Chief Executive Officer of South Air, in the presence of the Chairman of South Air, senior representatives of both organizations, invited guests and members of the media. Connecting Islamabad andRead More