Saturday, August 29th, 2026
England build dominant 342-run lead over Pakistan in Lord’s Test
LORDS, AUG 29: England stretched their lead to 342 at tea on the rain-affected third day of the second Test against Pakistan at Lord’s Cricket Ground on Saturday. At the conclusion of the second session of the pulsating day, the home side were 162-6, with Lawrence and Gus Atkinson unbeaten on 37 and seven, respectively. After the opening session was completely washed out due to persistent rain here, England resumed their second innings from 81-3 through Emilio Gay and Harry Brook, with a 261-run advantage in their favour. The hosts,Read More
PM orders suspension, criminal proceedings against eight officials over PIMS fire incident
LAHORE, Aug 29 (DNA): Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Saturday approved immediate suspension and initiation of criminal proceedings against eight individuals identified by the inquiry committee in connection with the fire incident at the neonatal nursery of Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS). The prime minister chaired a high-level meeting on the PIMS fire incident during which the preliminary report of the inquiry committee was presented. He specifically directed that those held responsible by the committee should face not only departmental proceedings but also criminal proceedings under the relevantRead More
PM approves Sitara-e-Khidmat for brave nurse Razia Noreen
ISLAMABAD, AUG 29 /DNA/ – Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has approved the conferment of the Sitara-e-Khidmat (Star of Service) and a cash reward of Rs. 10 million for nurse Razia Noreen, who risked her own life to save a child during a fire incident at the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS). The Prime Minister paid rich tribute to Nurse Razia Noreen for demonstrating an extraordinary sense of duty and bravery. Despite the raging fire, she ran into the danger zone moments before the disaster escalated and successfully rescued aRead More
Pakistani-origin news vendor meets French Ambassador
ISLAMABAD, AUG 29 (DNA): Pakistani-origin newspaper vendor Ali Akbar met Friday with France ambassador Nicolas Galey, in recognition of his tireless journey and decades long public service. Ali Akbar has been selling newspapers on the streets of Paris for more than five decades, was honoured with the “Ordre national du Mérite” by the President of the French Republic earlier this year. Ambassador praised that the prestigious award recognises his extraordinary journey, dedication, and decades-long contribution to public life in the French capital. For over 50 years, Akbar has been aRead More
Swedish embassy relaunches Pakistan alumni network
ISLAMABAD, AUG 29 (DNA): The Swedish Embassy in Pakistan hosted a special reception on Friday to reconnect and reactivate its alumni network, celebrating the enduring academic and cultural ties between Sweden and Pakistan. Ambassador of Sweden to Pakistan Alexandra Berg von Linde and members of the diplomatic community welcomed Pakistani alumni who have studied in Sweden under various scholarship and exchange programs. Speaking at the event, ambassador highlighted the role of alumni in strengthening Sweden–Pakistan cooperation in education, innovation, climate, and sustainable development. Ambassodor noted that alumni continue to serveRead More
COAS visits POF, reviews production capabilities, export potential
Rawalpindi, 29 Aug /DNA/ – Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir NI (M) HJ, Chief of Army Staff and Chief of Defence Forces (COAS & CDF) visited Pakistan’s largest defence industrial complex, Pakistan Ordinance Factory (POF) in Wah. The visit focused on reviewing POF’s production capabilities, export potential and contributions towards the country’s defence industrial base. During the visit, COAS & CDF was briefed on various aspects of POF’s operations and its role in strengthening national defence through the indigenous development and production of a diverse range of military equipment. HeRead More