Friday, October 16th, 2026
Breast cancer session stresses early detection
ISLAMABAD, Oct 16 (DNA):Maroof International Hospital, in collaboration with Transworld, organized a breast cancer awareness session to highlight the importance of early detection, encourage women to prioritize their health and emphasize the role of emotional support throughout the cancer journey. The session brought together healthcare professionals and community representatives to raise awareness about breast cancer, promote timely medical consultation and encourage women to seek appropriate healthcare services. Ms. Rubina Afzal, Head of the Community Support Programme, highlighted initiatives aimed at promoting health awareness, strengthening community engagement and improving access toRead More
HEC, Chinese partners hold conference to strengthen higher education relations
DNA ISLAMABAD, OCT 16: The 6th Exchange Mechanism Conference of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) Consortium of Universities was held at Harbin Engineering University, China. Guided by the Higher Education Commission (HEC) Pakistan and the China Association of Higher Education, the conference titled, “Nurturing a Shared Future through Cooperation on High-Quality Development of Higher Education between China and Pakistan,” marked the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two countries. It brought together more than 120 representatives from over 40 universities and research institutions of Pakistan and China to strengthenRead More
Newly arrived Saudi Ambassador meets PM Shehbaz, conveys Riyadh’s commitment to ties
ISLAMABAD, OCT 16 /DNA/ – The newly arrived Ambassador of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, H.E. Dr. Rajeh Tami Albugamy, called on Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif. Welcoming the Ambassador to Pakistan, the Prime Minister congratulated him on assuming his new responsibilities and wished him success in his diplomatic assignment. The Prime Minister noted that Pakistan-Saudi Arabia relations had witnessed remarkable progress in recent years and reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to further strengthening existing institutional mechanisms to deepen and broaden bilateral cooperation across various sectors. The Prime Minister strongly condemned theRead More