Tuesday, October 13th, 2026
Pakistan, Brazil discuss regional maritime security and defence cooperation
DNA RAWALPINDI, OCT 13: A high-level delegation from the Federative Republic of Brazil, led by Admiral Renato Rodrigues De Aguiar Freire, Chief of the Joint Chiefs of Staff of the Armed Forces of Brazil, separately called on Admiral Naveed Ashraf, NI, NI (M), TBt, Chief of the Naval Staff and Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu, NI (M), HJ, Chief of the Air Staff. At Naval Headquarters, discussions focused on regional maritime security and strengthening bilateral naval cooperation through professional training, exchange visits and joint exercises. The visiting dignitaryRead More
Dar, EU Commissioner Brunner discuss migration cooperation
DNA ISLAMABAD, OCT 13: Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar met European Commissioner for Internal Affairs and Migration, Magnus Brunner in Islamabad today. Recalling recent engagements between Pakistan and the European Union, the DPM/FM expressed satisfaction with the positive momentum in Pakistan–EU relations. The two sides discussed ways to strengthen cooperation on migration and mobility, a key pillar of the Pakistan–EU Strategic Engagement Plan (2019). The DPM/FM highlighted Pakistan’s efforts to curb irregular migration and combat migrant smuggling and human trafficking. He stressed that these efforts should beRead More
Kusal Mendis leads Sri Lanka to consolation victory over Pakistan in third T20I
RAWALPINDI, OCT 13: Captain Kusal Mendis smashed an unbeaten half-century and propelled Sri Lanka to an eight-wicket victory over Pakistan in the third and last T20I of the series here at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium on Tuesday. Set to chase a 169-run target, the visitors comfortably knocked the winning runs for the loss of just two wickets and 17 balls to spare, courtesy of an unbeaten partnership for the third wicket between Kamindu Mendis and captain Kusal. Sri Lanka, however, got off to a shaky start to the pursuit asRead More
PNCA inaugurates NusratJi’s solo exhibition “WHAT REMAINS TO BE SEEN”
ISLAMABAD, OCT 13 /DNA/ – The Pakistan National Council of the Arts (PNCA) inaugurated a landmark solo exhibition titled “WHAT REMAINS TO BE SEEN” by distinguished impressionist painter NusratJi at the National Art Gallery, Islamabad. The ceremony was graced by Chief Guest Mr. Aurangzeb Khan Khichi, Federal Minister for National Heritage & Culture Division (NH&CD), along with prominent dignitaries including Ms. Sultana Siddiqui, CEO and Founder of HUM Network Limited, Mr. Asad ur Rehman Gilani, Secretary NH&CD, Mr. Durraid Qureshi, Co-Founder Hum TV, and M. Ayoub Jamali, Director General, PNCA.Read More
NBF, Iranian Embassy agree to translate, publish 40 Iranian Children’s books in Urdu
ISLAMABAD, Oct 13 (DNA): Majid Meshki, Cultural Counsellor at the Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran, visited the National Book Foundation (NBF), Ministry of Federal Education and Professional Training, and met with Managing Director Dr. Kamran Jahangir. The meeting featured detailed discussions on expanding literary and cultural cooperation between Pakistan and Iran, publishing Urdu translations of Persian literature, and introducing the rich intellectual and literary heritage of both countries to a wider readership. The Iranian Cultural Counsellor highlighted the rich traditions of Iranian literature, particularly the creative dimensionsRead More
Vawda says incumbent KP setup will also be replaced ‘if it fails to perform’
ISLAMABAD: Senator Faisal Vawda on Tuesday said Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s incumbent administrative setup could also be replaced if it failed to deliver, stressing that there was “no chance for failure” in the province. Addressing a press conference in Islamabad, the former PTI leader expressed hope that KP Governor Faisal Karim Kundi would perform well, but said performance would ultimately determine whether he remained in the position. “If Faisal Kundi does not perform, he will be replaced,” Vawda said. “If they cannot perform, someone else will come, but success is certain. WeRead More