Sunday, September 13th, 2026
ICCI hosts interactive session on UNDP SDGs investment projects
UNDP-ICCI dialogue explores investment-ready projects to drive sustainable development, economic growth SDGs should be seen as investment opportunities, not just development targets DNA ISLAMABAD: President Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ICCI) Sardar Tahir Mehmood has said that Pakistan stands at a critical juncture where the real challenge is to transform development ambitions into investments, and investments into measurable, high-impact projects. Addressing an interactive session on “UNDP SDGs Investment Projects” at Chamber House, here on Friday, he said Pakistan possesses enormous potential, including a vibrant and young population, but thisRead More
Mega event on latest trends in dermatology anti aging & plastic surgery held in Islamabad
ISLAMABAD, SEP 13 /DNA/ – A major academic and training event focusing on the latest developments in Dermatology, Anti Aging, Plastic surgery and Aesthetic medicine was held at Serena Hotel Islamabad under the auspices of the International Academy of Dermatology, Anti-Aging & Plastic Surgery (I-DAAP). The event was attended by leading doctors, plastic surgeons, dermatologists, dentists and other healthcare professionals from all across Pakistan. The event aimed to provide medical professionals with insights into the latest developments, advanced techniques, effective treatment methods and emerging technologies in the fields of aestheticRead More
Gilani’s statesmanship strengthens Pakistan’s parliamentary diplomacy
ISLAMABAD, Sep 13: Chairman Senate of Pakistan, Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani’s sustained efforts to advance parliamentary diplomacy and strengthen Pakistan’s engagement with legislatures across the world have received appreciation from the Inter-Parliamentary Speakers’ Conference (ISC) for his leadership and contribution to the Second Inter-Parliamentary Speakers’ Conference (ISC-2), held in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, from August 26 to 28, 2026. In a letter addressed to Chairman Senate, ISC Secretary General Ek Nath Dhakal conveyed appreciation on behalf of the ISC and President of the Senate of Cambodia, Samdech Akka Moha Sena PadeiRead More
Iraq to reopen Iran crossings after drone attack
BAGHDAD, SEP 13: Iraqi authorities announced on Sunday a timeline to reopen three crossings with Iran, a day after closing them following a drone attack originating from their shared border on a Saudi pipeline. After the Friday night attack on the East-West pipeline, Baghdad sacked the military commander in Missan province near the Iran border, after authorities determined the drones were launched from there. The government then closed three crossings, citing the need to reorganize operations and boost intelligence efforts to stop violations. Two Iraqi security sources told AFP onRead More
Kyiv preparing for talks to resume in October, senior Ukrainian official says
KYIV, SEP 13: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s chief of staff was quoted as saying on Saturday that Kyiv was preparing for the resumption in October of three-sided talks aimed at resolving the more than 4-1/2-year-old war with Russia. Kyrylo Budanov, quoted by Ukrainian media, told reporters on the sidelines of a conference in Kyiv that Ukraine was readying itself for the prospect of new talks involving Russia and the United States. “We are getting ready. In October,” Budanov was quoted as saying. Budanov was speaking several days after US envoysRead More
Hesson ‘open’ to full-time Test coaching role
LAHORE: Pakistan interim head coach Mike Hesson said he is open to taking charge of the Test team permanently alongside his white-ball responsibilities after their eight-wicket series-ending defeat to England on Saturday. “I’d be open to it, for sure,” Hesson told reporters after the third Test. “I love Test cricket and there’s enough talent around the system in Pakistan that if we provide some good direction, we can make some strides going forward.” Hesson took over the red-ball side on an interim basis less than two weeks ago after theRead More