Friday, August 28th, 2026
Israel army says conducted airstrike on West Bank’s Jenin
TEL AVIV, AUG 28: The Israeli military said it struck “several terrorists” on Friday in the northern occupied West Bank, a rare airstrike in the partly semi-autonomous Palestinian territory that has seen growing tension. “A short while ago, the IDF conducted a precise strike against several terrorists in the Jenin area. Details to follow,” the military said in a brief statement. The West Bank, home to the Palestinian Authority, has seen soaring violence by Israeli settlers but has mostly avoided the Israeli military airstrikes that have devastated the Gaza StripRead More
Saudi minister meets Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir
RAWALPINDI, AUG 28 /DNA/ – Abdulrahman Abdulmohsen AlFadley, Minister of Environment, Water and Agriculture of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, called on Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), HJ, Chief of Army Staff and Chief of Defence Forces (COAS & CDF), at General Headquarters (GHQ), Rawalpindi. During the meeting, matters of mutual interest were discussed. The COAS & CDF highlighted the deep-rooted brotherly relations between Pakistan and Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to further strengthening the longstanding strategic partnership between the two brotherly countries. The dignitaryRead More
Mohsin Naqvi for transforming Islamabad into an Encroachment Free, beautiful Capital of the World
ISLAMABAD, AUG 28: Under the dynamic and result oriented leadership of Syed Mohsin Raza Naqvi, Federal Minister for Interior, Islamabad is witnessing an unprecedented, high intensity across the board actions by adopting Zero Tolerance Policy against illegal encroachments aimed at reclaiming state lands, properties of worth billions rupees, restoring urban order, and transforming the federal capital into a clean, green, sustainable, secure, environment and tourist friendly model Capital city. The momentum and consistency of these coordinated efforts of CDA under the leadership of Sohail Ashraf Chairman CDA and Dr. AnumRead More
D-8 webinar highlights Malaysia’s industrial experience to boost economic cooperation among member states
ISTANBUL, AUG 28 /DNA/ – The Developing-8 Organization for Economic Cooperation (D-8) Secretariat, in collaboration with Malaysia’s Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI), successfully convened a high-level webinar focused on advancing industrial cooperation across the nine member states. Held under the theme “Leveraging Malaysia’s Industrial Experience for D-8 Cooperation,” the virtual event drew over 70 participants, including senior government officials, investment and export promotion agencies, SME bodies, chambers of commerce, and private-sector representatives. In his opening address, H.E. Ambassador Sohail Mahmood, Secretary-General of the D-8, underscored Malaysia’s remarkable transformation into a diversified,Read More
Pakistan edges past South Africa in shootout, secures 11th position in FIH Hockey World Cup 2026
AMSTELVEEN, AUG 28 /DNA/ – In a tense classification match at the FIH Hockey World Cup 2026, the Pakistan hockey team clinched the 11th position by defeating South Africa in a dramatic penalty shootout Wagener Hockey Stadium, Amstelveen (NED) today. The match, which was a battle for the 11th/12th place playoff, ended in a stalemate during regular time, forcing the contest to be decided from the penalty spot. Displaying remarkable composure under pressure, the Pakistani players held their nerve to outperform the South Africans in the shootout, securing a crucialRead More
Pacers share eight wickets as Pakistan bowl out England for 290 in Lord’s Test
LORDS, AUG 28: Pakistani pacers shared eight wickets between them as the visitors bowled England out for 290 on day two of the second Test of the three-match series at Lord’s Cricket Ground on Friday. England, who resumed their innings at 248/9 after 56 overs on the opening day, frustated Pakistani bowlers to get the last wickets, adding 42 runs in 10.4 overs. Gus Atkinson was the final batter to be dismissed after scoring 45 off 46 deliveries, including six boundaries, while Josh Tongue remained unbeaten on 30 off 48Read More