Friday, October 30th, 2026
Pakistan prepares for Minerals Investment Forum 2026 with diplomatic briefing in Capital
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
Singapore’s Foreign Minister calls on COAS at GHQ
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
ICCI delegation meets SIFC leadership to discuss trade and investment facilitation
ISLAMABAD, OCT 30 /DNA/ – A delegation from the Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ICCI), led by President Mohammad Zikria Akbar Zia, held a meeting with National Coordinator of the Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC) Lieutenant General Asad ur Rehman Afzal Cheema at the SIFC headquarters. The ICCI delegation included Senior Vice President Mohammad Ashfaq Hussain Chatha and Secretary General Ghulam Murtaza. The meeting was also attended by Director General SIFC Major General Sajid Amin and Joint Secretary Colonel Mohammad Hafeez. The discussions focused on matters of mutual interest,Read More
Pakistan end historic FIFA U-15 campaign with 4-2 win
By our correspondent ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s young Shaheens signed off their historic debut at the FIFA U-15 World Cup & Festival 2026 in Azerbaijan in style, producing an impressive 4-2 comeback victory over Djibouti to end their campaign on a winning note. The victory highlighted the fighting spirit, determination and growing potential of Pakistan’s emerging football talent, as the young side recovered from a first-half deficit to deliver a memorable performance on the international stage. Djibouti took the lead through a right-wing cross that found its way into the bottom corner,Read More
Pakistan Army destroys Afghan Taliban posts in retaliatory strikes: sources
ISLAMABAD, OCT 30: Security forces on Friday destroyed several Afghan Taliban posts and military installations in areas adjoining South Waziristan and Parachinar districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, security sources say. The Pakistan Army launched the retaliatory strikes in response to unprovoked firing by Kabul regime personnel on October 27 in Angoor Adda, security sources said. According to the security sources, the Afghan Taliban personnel abandoned their posts and fled after the retaliatory action by the Pakistan Army. There were also reports of multiple casualties among Afghan Taliban personnel, the security sourcesRead More
OGDC Q1 profit up 53% to Rs58.5bn; record dividend Rs5/share
ISLAMABAD, OCT 30 /DNA/ – Oil & Gas Development Company Limited (OGDC), Pakistan’s largest exploration and production company, today reported a profit after tax of Rs 58.5 billion for the quarter ended September 30, 2026, an increase of 53% over the corresponding quarter last year. The Board of Directors, at its meeting in Islamabad, approved the financial results and declared a first interim cash dividend of Rs 5.00 per share (50%), the highest first-quarter dividend in the Company’s history, up from Rs 3.50 per share a year earlier. Net salesRead More