ISLAMABAD, Oct 30 (DNA):Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi on Friday supervised the demolition of Khanna Police Station, built on the green belt along Islamabad Expressway, as part of an operation against encroachments and illegal occupation of government land in the federal capital. The Chief Commissioner Islamabad and Inspector General of Islamabad Police also participated in the demolition operation. The Deputy Commissioner Islamabad and other concerned officials were present at the site. Speaking during the operation, Mohsin Naqvi said Khanna Police Station had been temporarily shifted to an alternative location. HeRead More

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and Singapore on Friday expressed their resolve to deepen bilateral relations and expand economic cooperation as Singaporean Foreign Minister Dr Vivian Balakrishnan held a series of high-level meetings with the country’s leadership. During a meeting with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif at the Prime Minister House, the two sides discussed ways to enhance bilateral trade and investment and expand cooperation in the digital economy, fintech, infrastructure development, logistics, small and medium enterprises and the services sector. The premier reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to strengthening its longstanding relations with Singapore asRead More

ISLAMABAD, OCT 30 (DNA): President Asif Ali Zardari has extended warm congratulations to President Abdelmadjid Tebboune and the people of Algeria on their National Day, marking the 72nd anniversary of the beginning of their historic liberation revolution. In a message on behalf of the people and Government of Pakistan, the President said the courage and sacrifices of the Algerian people remain an inspiration to all who cherish freedom, dignity and independence. He recalled that Pakistan stood firmly beside Algeria during its struggle against colonial rule, noting that Pakistan’s recognition ofRead More

DNA ISLAMABAD, Oct 30 — Foreign Secretary Asim Iftikhar Ahmad warmly welcomed the Ambassadors of the Arab Group at the Foreign Office on Friday, according to an official statement. During the meeting, the Foreign Secretary and the Arab Group Ambassadors exchanged views on further strengthening the fraternal ties between Pakistan and the Arab countries. The discussions underscored the deep-rooted bonds of friendship and brotherhood between Pakistan and the Arab world, with both sides reaffirming their commitment to enhancing cooperation across various fields. The meeting reflects Pakistan’s continued emphasis on deepeningRead More

ISLAMABAD, OCT 30 /DNA/ – In a significant step toward showcasing Pakistan’s mineral wealth and attracting foreign investment, a pre-event briefing on the upcoming Pakistan Minerals Investment Forum 2026 (#PMIF26) was held today at the Pakistan Foreign Office (pakfo) for Ambassadors and Diplomats based in the capital. The session was opened by Ambassador Abrar Hashmi, Additional Secretary (SIFC & Executive Director), who welcomed the diplomatic community and underscored the forum’s strategic importance. Mirza Nasir ud Din Mashood Ahmed, Special Secretary of the Petroleum Division, and Mr. Ahmed Hayat Lak, ManagingRead More

RAWALPINDI, Oct 30 /DNA/ – Vivian Balakrishnan, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Singapore, called on Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), HJ, Chief of Army Staff and Chief of Defence Forces (COAS & CDF), at the General Headquarters (GHQ) in Rawalpindi on Friday. During the meeting, matters of mutual interest, evolving regional and global security dynamics, and avenues for enhancing bilateral cooperation were discussed, according to a statement issued here. Both sides exchanged views on regional peace and stability and underscored the importance of sustained engagement and cooperation inRead More